snor·kel·ing
ˈsnȯr-k(ə-)liŋ 
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or less commonly snorkelling
: the activity of swimming with the face submerged while using a snorkel
… he took his time carefully fitting kids with goggles for snorkeling.—
Dawn Stutzman
Dawn StutzmanWe arrived at the island, and realized we had a day of all the food, alcohol, kayaking, snorkelling, palm trees, hammocks and adventure we could handle.—Olga Brighton
Olga Brightonsnorkeling gear
a snorkeling trip
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
One side has calm, shallow water ideal for families and snorkeling.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Both Waldon and Moore recommend chartering a private boat either for a sunset cruise or a half-day tour with stops for swimming and snorkeling.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026
The experience promised an unforgettable route through the Komodo Islands, with stops at remote beaches, snorkeling, meals, accommodation and national park fees—all for about $210 per person.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Guests are encouraged to get involved by taking an apiary tour of the bee hives, helping with coral reef restoration, building fish shelters, or joining a snorkeling safari of the giant clam sanctuary at Punta Bunga beach.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
One side has calm, shallow water ideal for families and snorkeling.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Both Waldon and Moore recommend chartering a private boat either for a sunset cruise or a half-day tour with stops for swimming and snorkeling.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026
The experience promised an unforgettable route through the Komodo Islands, with stops at remote beaches, snorkeling, meals, accommodation and national park fees—all for about $210 per person.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for snorkeling
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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