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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John Bowe, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Family-friendly conveniences include complimentary outdoor activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, and tennis and the Cee Bee Kids Camp for kids ages three to 10, open five days a week.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
The resort also has a gorgeous, airy gym with those same views of the volcano, tennis and pickle-ball courts, and solid ocean programming that includes sunrise paddles in the resort’s outrigger canoe, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and diving.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
The rankings also offer a few unexpected gems, including Watamu, Kenya, where Watamu National Park’s crystal-clear turquoise waters are perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving.
—Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 13 Jan. 2026
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Guests can enjoy a variety of diversions, from sound baths to snorkeling and whale-watching.
—John Bowe, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Family-friendly conveniences include complimentary outdoor activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, and tennis and the Cee Bee Kids Camp for kids ages three to 10, open five days a week.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
The resort also has a gorgeous, airy gym with those same views of the volcano, tennis and pickle-ball courts, and solid ocean programming that includes sunrise paddles in the resort’s outrigger canoe, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and diving.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
The rankings also offer a few unexpected gems, including Watamu, Kenya, where Watamu National Park’s crystal-clear turquoise waters are perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving.
—Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 13 Jan. 2026
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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