Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Snorkel Venture Small Group Snorkeling Tours ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://snorkelventure.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Snorkeling Inspiration](https://snorkelventure.com/blog/) - [Camera Housings for the TG Series...Please!](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/31/camera-housings-for-the-tg-series-please/) - It wasn’t too long ago that if you wanted to take your precious camera underwater with you, you needed to jam it into a cumbersome metal enclosure so as to keep the water out. This often meant a significant additional expense in purchasing the housing, one more bulky item to pack for your snorkeling trip, - [Raja Ampat Snorkeling Tours - Everything You Need To Know](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/09/01/raja-ampat-snorkeling-tours/) - Raja Ampat Snorkeling Tours offer you a snorkeling experience in the world's most biodiverse reefs, but there are a few things you'll want to know first. - [Snorkel for Good Webshop Launch!](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/25/snorkel-for-good-webshop-launch/) - We’re incredibly excited to finally share something we’ve been quietly working on behind the scenes for a while now… the launch of the Snorkel for Good Webshop! The new website brings together everything Snorkel for Good, our initiative dedicated to giving back to the communities and ecosystems that make the destinations we visit so special. - [Turneffe Island, Belize 2026 Trip Report: Ancient Civilizations & Fantastic Beasts](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/20/turneffe-island-belize-2026-trip-report-pyramids-and-beer/) - Sometimes a cold beer, a long journey and a couple of ancient civilizations collide in the most unexpected way. I’m sipping a Belikin Beer — no, let’s be more accurate, I’m quickly downing one — in the bar at the Fort George Hotel in Belize City when I notice the condensation beading on the label. - [Every Snorkel Makes A Difference: $13,800 Raised For Conservation](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/06/17/every-snorkel-makes-a-difference-13800-raised-for-conservation/) - Since January, $100 from each Snorkel Venture booking has quickly added up to a whopping $13,800 in the donation pot! So, we thought we’d check in with our charity partners to see how your donations have contributed to projects that are driving social and environmental change. Although as snorkelers we are focused on what lies - [Where to Snorkel with Whale Sharks](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/06/05/snorkeling-with-indonesias-gentle-giants/) - Indonesia's Cenderawasih Bay and Triton Bay offer unique and much more prolonged encounters with whale shark because of their relationship with the bagans. - [Five Tips for Getting the Perfect Over-Under Photo](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/11/05/five-tips-for-getting-the-perfect-over-under-photo/) - The over-under or split shot, where in a single image the photographer has managed to photograph something underwater while also capturing what's happening above the water, is a real crowd pleaser. These types of photos look incredibly difficult to do, but actually they are quite simple if you follow a few simple steps. 5. Large - [The colourful world of Nudibranch](https://snorkelventure.com/2023/10/18/the-colourful-world-of-nudibranch/) - These small and beautiful creatures are ever more becoming popular in the world of snorkeling. Over the past few years it's great to see more macro species, becoming a must see on our snorkeling trips. With Nudis ( Nudibranch ) being at the top of the list. With so many variations of colour, size and - [Palau Snorkel Guide](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/22/palau-snorkel-guide/) - Palau is a small island nation surrounded by shallow coral reefs in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. - [Komodo's Top 5 Snorkeling Sites](https://snorkelventure.com/2019/04/29/komodos-top-5-snorkeling-sites/) - Komodo is famous for a lot of things—most notably it's giant carnivorous lizards—which rule the uninhabited islands. As tourism started to grow in Indonesia people quickly learned that the Komodo Dragons were not the only thing unique to the area—and that it in fact had some of the most biodiverse marine life in the world. - [The Best Underwater Camera for Snorkeling](https://snorkelventure.com/2019/02/12/the-best-underwater-camera-for-snorkeling/) - With so many many compact cameras on the market, all of which seem to do everything from 4K video to doing your laundry, it can be a daunting task in picking the right one for your upcoming snorkel trip. You can check any of the popular forums and websites that break down the different cameras, - [Creature Feature: What are those Sea Stars Doing?](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/08/20/creature-feature-what-are-those-sea-stars-doing/) - Like a lot of marine life species, sea stars time their reproductive business when the tides are at their strongest, which is generally full or new moon. - [On Tour Dining - Coralia Liveaboard's Ayam Bakar Taliwang](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/20/coralias-ayam-bakar-taliwang/) - The Coralia Liveaboard is well known for many things: its spacious cabins, romantic wooden finish, stellar crew, and convenient and uber-comfortable design. At least, that's something we talk about a lot whenever we talk about Coralia. One thing we haven't really highlighted too much, at least in any great detail, is its food! The chefs - [Snorkel Venture Podcast - Episode 3 - Lydia Vavoula](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/18/snorkel-venture-podcast-episode-3-lydia-vavoulas/) - We caught up with our resident Marine Biologist, Lydia Vavoulas, for a chat about her recent tour through the Banda Sea aboard the Mermaid II Liveaboard, and then we dove deep into corals, where she gave us an in-depth look at the coral reef ecology. She then gave us insight into our new Snorkel for - [Snorkel Venture Podcast - Episode 2 - Bernita Lewin](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/07/18/snorkel-venture-podcast-episode-2-bernita-lewin/) - Between snorkeling with orca whales and mobula rays, Snorkel Venture's Operations Manager, Bernita Lewin, joins host Alex Lindbloom in Mexico's Baja Peninsula for a chat about the current trip they're on, while also diving deep into the best snorkeling gear for different destinations, and how to choose the most suitable snorkleing trip for you! The - [Snorkel Venture Podcast - Episode 1 - Marcus Blake](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/04/19/snorkel-venture-podcast-episode-1-marcus-blake/) - Snorkel Venture Podcast Host, Alex Lindbloom, chats with Marcus about all things snorkeling-related, from his recent trip to Raja Ampat to much more! - [Split Shots, How to Shoot Them Without Breaking the Bank or Your Luggage Allowance.](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/09/01/split-shots-how-to-shoot-them-without-breaking-the-bank-or-your-luggage-allowance/) - What Is A Split Shot? Also Known As A Half-half Or An Over-under Shot? Well, in the world of underwater photography, technically they’re a way to show the above world and the immediate underwater, all at once, and they’re a really fun way to let the viewer know what it is we do, all captured - [Citizen Science - Lets Get Involved  ](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/25/citizen-science-lets-get-involved/) - Citizen science gives you the opportunity to help gather, analyze or report invaluable scientific information. If you are part of the Snorkel Venture community odds are you are a big fan of spending time out in nature. - [Snorkeling with Walking Sharks](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/12/22/snorkeling-with-walking-sharks/) - On just about all of our snorkeling safari's we will always try to offer night or sunset snorkeling so you can see that amazing transition in specie's behavior as day turns to night. If you are at all curious about what night snorkeling is like you can find out more here. For this particular blog - [2019 Season Highlights](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/08/25/2019-season-highlights/) - Here's 5 reasons why I've had a great year leading snorkel tours for Snorkel Venture. Below you'll find a collection of my favorite photos and video segments of my year in 2019. 5. The Reefs Just about every one of our tours we spend a lot of time around reefs and the life that buzzes - [Snorkeling Komodo & Raja Ampat Video](https://snorkelventure.com/2019/03/15/snorkeling-komodo-raja-ampat-video/) - Snorkel Venture team member Alex Lindbloom spent 5 years on a Liveaboard in Indonesia visiting some of the most remote and exciting sites on offer in the Asia-Pacific region. Check out his showreel of favourite locations, for more videos checkout our Snorkel Venture Youtube Channel. - [Trip Report – Alor & West Komodo 2026: Unforgettable Encounters](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/11/trip-report-alor-west-komodo-2026-unforgettable-encounters/) - I’d like to tell you about a trip to two of the most iconic Indonesian snorkeling destinations: Alor and Komodo. Both delivered unforgettable ocean encounters, sparkling, jaw-dropping reefs, and unmatched relaxation. As with many of our trips, we started off in Jakarta, in my home away from home, the FM7 Hotel (which I recently found - [On the Reef: Age Really Is Just a Number](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/07/31/on-the-reef-age-really-is-just-a-number/) - Normally, asking someone, "How old are you?" might be considered a little rude. But when it comes to the creatures of the reef, the answers are simply too intriguing not to ask. We've all had those moments while snorkeling when a wrinkled, barnacle-encrusted sea turtle glides gracefully past, making you think, "That dude has seen - [Pelagics: Your Questions Answered](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/18/pelagics-your-questions-answered/) - Dive into the open blue and meet pelagic stars—mantas, sharks, dolphins, and more—through intimate stories of patient, awe-filled encounters. - [Entry and Exit Requirements by Destination](https://snorkelventure.com/2021/09/08/entry-and-exit-requirements-by-destination/) - Note: All information on this page is based on the International Air Transport Association (IATA). We monitor this site frequently and will update this page accordingly. Please note whilst we will endeavour to keep this page up to date we ask you to take responsibility for making sure you are compliant with regulations before travel. IATA - [Snorkel Venture Magazine Issue II - Ready to Read!](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/03/17/snorkel-venture-magazine-issue-ii-ready-to-read/) - We are very excited to announce that the second issue of Snorkel Venture Magazine is now available! The latest edition is a compilation of articles written by the entire Snorkel Venture team and is brimming with ocean content for you to dive into. If you’ve ever chatted with one of our team members, you’ll know - [Where to Snorkel with Manta Rays](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/06/12/where-to-snorkel-with-manta-rays/) - No animal quite matches this feeling of connection like the manta ray. Having a manta ray barrel roll inches from your face or glide past you like a spaceship is an encounter that never fails to leave people in absolute awe. - [Shallow Water Freediving - 5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Time Underwater ](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/07/21/shallow-water-freediving-5-simple-ways-to-improve-your-time-underwater/) - If you’re new to freediving or you just want to feel calmer and more comfortable underwater here are five simple things that genuinely make a difference to your bottom time (without pushing or stressing your body). - [An Introduction to Coral](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/08/04/an-introduction-to-coral/) - At first glance corals look like plants but they are, in fact, animals. Most of the corals we see on a reef consist of hundreds, often thousands, of coral polyps that together form a coral colony. - [A Starter Guide to Indonesian Reef Fish ID](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/07/08/a-starter-guide-to-indonesian-reef-fish-id/) - To help sharpen your fish ID skills, I'm going to introduce you to the four most common families of Indonesian reef fish, explain how to identify them, and sprinkle in a few fun fish facts along the way, because who doesn't love those? - [Inside Snorkel Venture: Catching Up with the Travel Team](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/07/11/inside-snorkel-venture-catching-up-with-the-travel-team/) - Let’s catch up with the Snorkel Venture travel team and take a look at where their adventures have taken them in 2025. - [Trip Report: Shallow Water Freediving Workshop](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/04/07/shallow-water-freediving-workshop-trip-report/) - I developed the shallow water freediving workshop specifically for Snorkel Venture guests. It’s an opportunity to learn freediving skills at your own pace. - [Trip Report: Egypt Snorkel Safari 2026 - Stars, Reefs & Culture](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/06/17/trip-report-egypt-snorkel-safari-2026/) - “Yes! wonderful things” This was what Howard Carter famously said to Lord Carnarvon whilst peering into a dusty and ancient antechamber illuminated by just a single candle, and not looked upon by human eyes for over 3000 years. It was full of treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamen and is arguably the most significant archeological - [Banda Sea Snorkel Guide](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/07/23/banda-sea-snorkel-guide/) - The Banda Sea is a snorkeling paradise. This magical sea lies northeast of Alor and runs up to the Seram Islands just south of Raja Ampat’s Misool. - [Video: Snorkel Venture Freediving Workshop Overview](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/04/16/video-snorkel-venture-freediving-workshop-overview/) - Freediving is for everyone; one of these workshops can help you out and give you more opportunities to explore and experience the shallow reefs we all love. - [Solomon Islands Snorkel Guide](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/06/10/solomon-islands-snorkel-guide/) - In 2026, we ran our first liveaboard snorkeling tour to the Solomon Islands, and as you’ll soon see in the snorkel guide, we have a lot to say about them! - [Snorkel Venture Donates 20,000 USD To Charity Partners](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/10/06/weve-just-donation-20000-usd-to-our-charity-partners/) - With thanks to all of our Snorkel Venture guest who have traveled so far with us this year we have just made donations to Bite-Back Shark and Marine Conservation and Reef World Foundation. Both these charities form part of our Snorkel for Good Every Trip campaign where we donate 100 USD for every person who - [On the Front Lines of Plastic Pollution - Report by Lydia](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/05/11/on-the-font-lines-of-plastic-pollution/) - Its been nearly a century since plastic became commonplace in our lives. And over the years it has slowly made its way into every corner of the planet — and when I say every corner, I mean it. - [Trip Report: Snorkeling Sulawesi and Raja Ampat - Turtles, Reefs & Keeping Promises (Just about)](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/05/17/trip-report-north-sulawesi-and-raja-ampat-turtles-reefs-and-keeping-promises-just-about/) - First Snorkel of the Tour: “Like Being in a Dream”. Our trip began in Siladen Resort, North Sulawesi. This area is known for its bustling sea turtle population. - [Trip Report: Snorkeling Solomon Islands - Amazing Reefs in Stunning Conditions](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/06/07/solomon-islands-trip-report/) - In May of 2026, we ran our first snorkeling tour to the Solomon Islands, and as you’ll soon see, I have a lot to say about it, because it absolutely rocked! - [Alor & The Forgotten Islands Snorkel Safari 2025 - Trip Report](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/11/03/alor-the-forgotten-islands-snorkel-safari-2025/) - A snorkel safari aboard the beautiful Mermaid II, the perfect vessel for a comfortable voyage through the Banda Sea, from Alor to the Forgotten Islands. - [West Komodo & Alor Trip Report 2025](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/07/03/west-komodo-alor-trip-report-2025/) - West Komodo & Alor with Kalimaya and Alami is our newest snorkel safari, and we just wrapped our first tours through these incredible and remote locations. - [Mexico Sardine Run Trip Report](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/12/18/mexico-sardine-run-trip-report/) - The Mexico Sardine Run is a rare moment when some of the ocean's most enigmatic creatures gather to hunt the shoals of sardines and mackerel. - [Triton Bay and Raja Ampat Trip Report – February 2026](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/03/05/triton-bay-and-raja-ampat-trip-report-february-2026/) - We were heading into the heart of the Coral Triangle, home to over 75% of the world’s coral species and more reef fish species than anywhere else on the planet. And yes, mantas, wobbegongs, and whale sharks were all on the cards, but I don’t want to get ahead of myself. - [WhatApp on Tour](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/06/19/whatapp-on-tour/) - WhatsApp is arguably one of the most useful apps you could ever use when you're traveling, message, call, send photos, locations, and much more, all for free! - [Unboxing the Olympus TG-7 Camera and Housing | Setup, Maintenance, and Settings](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/04/06/unboxing-the-olympus-tg-7-camera-and-housing-setup-maintenance-and-settings/) - The Olympus TG-7 camera is easily the most popular snorkeling camera choice by our snorkeling guests. This video will show you how to set it up and use it. - [Snorkel For Good in 2025](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/02/09/snorkel-for-good-in-2025/) - Since 2023, every single guest who has joined us on tour has snorkeled for good! For each of our bookings, $100 is donated directly to one of our trusted charity partners: organizations working hard to protect marine life and ocean ecosystems. - [Nudibranchs - You Either Love Them Or You Really Really Love Them](https://snorkelventure.com/2026/01/20/nudibranchs-you-either-love-them-or-you-really-really-love-them/) - Once you’ve spotted one, you can’t wait to tell your fellow snorkelers so that they can swim over to admire your prized find. So what is so special about these multicoloured sea slugs? - [A'nemo'ne fish](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/12/29/anemone-fish/) - Alongside Nemo, there are also 27 other species of anemonefish, each deserving its own 15 minutes of fame. I am here to enlighten you on all things weird and wonderful about the anemonefish family. - [The Mystery Of Animal Intelligence](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/12/16/the-mystery-of-animal-intelligence/) - Research into animal cognition might shift your concern from AI induced job loss to a more immediate threat - world domination by octopus. - [The Comeback Of The Humpback Whale](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/12/05/the-comeback-of-the-humpback-whale/) - Global humpback whale populations are now estimated to be over 100,000 whales and rising! To celebrate this conservation success story, here are some humpback fun facts. - [Misool Snorkeling Safari Video Highlights - October 2025](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/11/12/snorkeling-misool-video-highlights/) - Marcus Blake and Alex Lindbloom just returned from our Misool Resort Snorkel Safari, where they took over the entire resort. It could not have been a better trip. They had seen nearly everything they'd ever hoped to and more within the first 36 hours of the tour, and it just kept getting better, somehow! Check - [The Truth About Mandarinfish](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/09/02/the-truth-about-mandarinfish/) - If you don't know what a mandarine fish is, it is the one fish with the face of a cartoon frog doing a kissy face, They are a pretty unbelievably pretty fish. - [Snorkeling in Bali: Our Thoughts](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/09/23/snorkeling-in-bali-our-thoughts/) - While Bali offers some snorkeling opportunities, there are challenges that make it less ideal for snorkelers seeking pristine reefs and abundant marine life. - [Is Snorkeling Dangerous?](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/09/15/is-snorkeling-dangerous/) - Snorkeling can be one of the safest and most enjoyable recreational traveling adventures when approached responsibly. - [Can I Pee in My Wetsuit?](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/09/10/can-i-pee-in-my-wetsuit/) - To save you from dining in an uncomfortable outfit while on a snorkeling safari, let us answer those questions that guests are too embarrassed to ask out loud. - [Fun Facts About Octopus](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/09/02/fun-facts-about-octopus/) - An encounter with an octopus that's on the move is basically one of the most incredible things you could ever see in the ocean while snorkeling. - [Snorkeling in French Polynesia by Liveaboard](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/08/25/snorkeling-in-french-polynesia-by-liveaboard/) - Our French Polynesia liveaboard snorkeling safaris take place in the Tuamotus in the northeast of French Polynesia around spring. - [Fundamentals of Underwater Photography for Snorkelers](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/08/07/fundamentals-of-underwater-photography-for-snorkelers/) - Taking a great photograph while snorkeling has very little to do with the camera you are using or the subject you are taking a photo of. - [Snorkel Venture's Friendly Photo Competition 2025 Results](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/08/15/snorkel-venture-friendly-photo-competition-2025-results/) - This summer, we held our first-ever Snorkel Venture Friendly Photo Competition, and we were thrilled to see the results of your photographic endeavors! - [Five Subjects to Focus Your Camera On While Snorkeling](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/08/05/five-subjects-to-focus-your-camera-on-while-snorkeling/) - With so many wonderful things to focus your camera on while snorkeling, it can be overwhelming. Here's a short list of some things we suggest taking photos of. - [Snorkeling from Coral Eye Resort - First Impressions](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/07/29/snorkeling-from-coral-eye-resort-first-impressions/) - Coral Eye is the new snorkeling resort in northern Sulawesi on Bangka Island, and the reefs and the layout of the resort are nothing short of exceptional. - [Misool Resort's Secluded South Beach](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/07/15/misool-resorts-secluded-south-beach/) - Misool Resort's North Lagoon offers overwater villas and bungalows, while South Beach offers exquisite beach and jungle villas. - [Luggage and Packing Tips for Snorkeling Holidays](https://snorkelventure.com/2025/07/06/luggage-and-packing-tips-for-snorkeling-holidays/) - Having a streamlined packing routine and luggage ensemble is a very important part of preparing for our next snorkleing adventure. - [How to Pack for a Snorkel Venture](https://snorkelventure.com/2021/01/20/how-to-pack-for-a-snorkel-venture/) - First of all, this is not a blog on what to pack for a snorkeling safari, that information is here. This blog is all about how to pack for a snorkeling adventure with us. It may sound like a simple enough subject—just toss in a week's worth of tropical clothes and your snorkel and mask - [Snorkeling with Humpback Whales: The Most Profound Encounter You’ll Ever Have Snorkeling](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/12/07/the-most-profound-encounter-youll-ever-have-snorkeling/) - The Silver Bank off of the Dominican Republic is one of the largest congregation spots for mother humpback whales and their calves which we can snorkel with! - [Foggy Underwater Camera Housing: Solved](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/07/15/26253-2/) - There is nothing worse than an underwater camera housing that always fogs up. Luckily, there's a few quick and simple steps to consistently keep your camera housing from fogging up. 1. Keep the Housing Dry Keeping any amount of moisture out of your camera housing is the quickest and easiest way to maintain a fog-free - [Everything you need to Know about Liveaboards](https://snorkelventure.com/2023/02/16/everything-you-need-to-know-about-liveaboards/) - When we first started Snorkel Venture, we didn't have any liveaboard snorkeling safaris. All of our snorkel tours were land-based at resorts. As interest in snorkel travel grew, and our many repeat guests were looking for different snorkeling itineraries and destinations, we ventured into the realm of liveaboards. Personally, I was excited about this as - [Alex's Work Featured in a New Netflix Series](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/12/10/alexs-work-featured-in-a-new-netflix-series/) - Back in 2022, during the pandemic, I had the unique opportunity of filming for a new series that would feature the different oceans around the world - [Snorkel For Good: 2024 Donation Update](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/11/14/snorkel-for-good-2024-donation-update/) - Like all of you, we are very aware of the fragile state of the ocean. Ocean plastics, overfishing, mass tourism, coastal development, pesticides, sewage, warming sea temperatures, and illegal & destructive fishing methods are just a few human-caused threats to the ocean. It's not all doom and gloom though, there is an army of marine - [Travel Stress, We Deal With It So You Don’t Have To](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/11/26/travel-stress-we-deal-with-it-so-you-dont-have-to/) - All of our tours come with the assurance our support team and the group leader will absorb any unforeseen travel stresses so you don't have to. - [GoPro vs Olympus TG Cameras](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/09/04/gopro-vs-olympus-tg-cameras/) - There's no doubt that the most popular cameras on our snorkeling safaris are the GoPros and the Olympus TG cameras. Learn about the differences here. - [Indonesia's Six Best Snorkeling Sites](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/09/03/indonesias-six-best-snorkeling-sites/) - Indonesia has a ton of great snorkeling destinations and sites and we've decided to come up with our own list of the country's six best snorkeling sites. - [Indonesia Snorkeling Review](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/05/12/indonesia-in-a-nutshell/) - Indonesia is a massive country, and because it's broken up into over seventeen thousand islands it can be a bit confusing to know what is where, especially if you are a bit geographically challenged as I was before I moved here. I don't want to make broad assumptions about people I have yet to meet, - [Top Tips for Snorkeling with a GoPro](https://snorkelventure.com/2019/05/23/top-tips-for-snorkeling-with-a-gopro-camera/) - GoPro cameras have become a very popular camera for snorkeling and for a number or solid reasons. Their small size is perfect for traveling, not to mention all GoPro's from the Hero 5 onwards are waterproof to certain depths without a housing. That being said, it's wise to use a housing for added flood security. - [Snorkeling with Triton Bay's Whale Sharks](https://snorkelventure.com/2020/06/26/snorkeling-with-triton-bays-whale-sharks/) - Whale sharks are easily one of the most recognizable fish in the ocean. Not only are they the largest species of shark in the ocean measuring up to sixty feet in length, but they are covered in giant white polka dots and only eat plankton and tiny fish! What more could you ask for, than - [Featured House Reef: Misool Resort | Raja Ampat](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/07/09/33116/) - Misool Resort has, quite possibly, one of the largest house reefs of all the resorts we visit in Indonesia, and arguably one of the best ion the world. - [Snorkeling With Current](https://snorkelventure.com/2019/11/01/snorkeling-in-current-2/) - There's a common misconception that snorkeling with current is dangerous, should be feared, and avoided. For those of you that feel this way, I want to share a few things that will hopefully help you look at the oceans current in a new, more positive light. 1. Current is essential to marine life and coral - [Manta Trust's Mobula Project Indonesia](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/06/19/manta-trusts-mobula-project-indonesia/) - Mobula rays are a genus of species that includes manta rays and devil rays, and we are lucky to have such an abundance of them in Indonesia. - [Featured House Reef: Alami Alor | Indonesia](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/06/02/featured-house-reef-alami-alor-indonesia/) - Alami Alor has a very unique and beautiful house reef The reef is home to a ton of different critters and vibrant reef fish big and small. - [The Beauty of Arriving Early](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/06/15/the-beauty-of-arriving-early/) - Air travel is very reliable these days, and if any mishaps like delayed flights or lost luggage should occur, they can usually be remedied within 12-24 hours. - [When to Use Macro in Snorkeling Photography](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/31/when-to-use-macro-in-snorkeling-photography/) - The macro function on our TG cameras can capture sharp and colorful images of tiny subjects like nudibranchs and Christmas tree worms if used correctly. - [Snorkeling in the Rain](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/26/snorkeling-in-the-rain/) - Snorkeling in the rain can be great! Once you're in the water it's great. The water usually feels much warmer than the dreary terrestrial temperatures. - [The Beauty of Repeating Destinations](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/24/the-beauty-of-repeating-destinations/) - There are roughly a zillion variables that come into play on a snorkeling trip, all of which completely change the overall experience. - [Olympus TG Photo Tip: Go Abstract](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/21/olympus-tg-photo-tip-go-abstract/) - Choosing to photograph those small fast fast-moving reef fish is arguably one of the hardest subjects you could choose underwater - [First Impressions of Palau](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/05/15/first-impressions-of-palau/) - Palau has long been on my bucket list of destinations to visit, in fact, Palau was the first place on my personal bucket list primarily because it was the world's first shark sanctuary, and I'm a bit of a shark enthusiast. Over the years I learned more about Palau from friends who've been and it - [Where to Visit in Bali](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/03/29/where-to-visit-in-bali/) - If you're planning on joining one of our Indonesia snorkeling safaris you will likely want to consider a stop in Bali. Many of our Indonesian snorkeling tours will start and or stop in Bali, so, as an addition to your tour with us, it's never a bad idea to tack on a few extra days - [Featured House Reef: Marsa Nakari | Egypt](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/02/28/featured-house-reef-marsa-nakiri-egypt/) - Next to Marsa Shagra Resort’s house reef, Marsa Nakari Resort's house reef is one of the biggest house reefs we visit on any of our resort-based snorkeling safaris. Similar to Marsa Shagra's, Marsa Nakari's reef starts just a few meters offshore where the northern and southern sections of the reef come together to make the - [The Best Snorkeling Gloves & Hoodies](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/02/29/the-best-snorkeling-gloves-hoodies/) - As Snorkel Venture's self-appointed Tsar of Sun Protection, I have to share with you my latest discovery. As you all know, as snorkelers, we spend a lot of time floating on the surface of the water with the intense equatorial sun beating down on our backsides. No matter how melanin-rich your body may be, those - [Featured House Reef : Papua Explorers | Raja Ampat](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/12/featured-house-reef-papua-explorers/) - Papua Explorers, located in the northern region of Raja Ampat has a great house reef accessible by your water bungalow at high tide, or the long jetty at any point of the day, no matter the position of the tide. The end of the jetty is right where the reef slopes off into deeper water - [Featured House Reef: Marsa Shagra | Egypt](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/16/featured-house-reef-marsa-shagra-egypt/) - Marsa Shagra Resort's house reef is arguably one of the biggest house reefs we visit on any of our resort-based snorkeling safaris. It starts just a few meters offshore where the northern and southern sections of the reef come together to make the point of a sort of V. This unique topographic feature offers lots - [Featured House Reef: Kusu Island Resort | Halmahera](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/31/featured-house-reef-kusu-island-resort-halmahera/) - Kusu Island Resort is located on Kusu, a small island in the south of Halmahera Indonesia. The resort is located on the southern side of the island, and the house reef sprawls out in front of the resort. At high tides you can access the reef from your villa if you are on the mangrove - [Snorkeling with Hoods](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/26/snorkeling-with-hoods/) - You might think you don't need a hood for a snorkeling safari as the tropical waters are similar in temperature to bathwater. However, we would argue that you really do need a hood, and more than that, one that fits snugly on your head. It doesn't matter if you have a nest of thick locks, - [Five Reasons why You Should be Excited to Snorkel Palau](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/26/five-reasons-why-you-should-be-excited-to-snorkel-palau/) - When I first ventured out in pursuit of a career in underwater film and photography, Palau was the one place I had my sights set on. However, in the fifteen years I've worked as an underwater photographer/videographer, having visited some of the world's best locations for capturing the unique and awe-inspiring beauty of the underwater - [Pros and Cons of Liveaboards and Resorts](https://snorkelventure.com/2024/01/09/pros-and-cons-of-liveaboards-and-resorts/) - We get asked a lot, “Which is better, a liveaboard or a resort for a snorkleing safari?” There's no real right answer, both are fantastic ways to explore the many different destinations we snorkel, especially with the top-notch liveaboards and resorts we use. A lot of it comes down to your individual preferences, and what - [North Sulawesi Snorkeling Guide](https://snorkelventure.com/2021/07/21/north-sulawesi-snorkeling-guide/) - Location Description North Sulawesi is home to Bunaken National Park, Gangga Island, Banka Island, and Lembeh—which are some of Indonesia's most beautiful and tranquil snorkeling destinations. Manado is the capital city of North Sulawesi Regency and is where all the flights will arrive and depart from. From Mando Airport it's just a quick car ride - [Coral Bleaching](https://snorkelventure.com/2023/11/28/coral-bleaching/) - Coral bleaching is something you've probably heard quite a bit about in the past few years, and, unfortunately, are likely to hear more about in the future. The Caribbean had a major bleaching event back in 2005, then later again in 2010, and then just recently experienced another bleaching event in September 2023. Australia's great - [Lion Fish Facts](https://snorkelventure.com/2023/11/22/lion-fish-facts/) - Even if you are not an ocean enthusiast and prefer the terrestrial world for your recreational endeavors, you will surely have had encounters with the lionfish, either through beautiful underwater photos or videos featuring this lavishly decorated fish. Or, maybe you've had some lionfish ceviche & tacos while on holiday in the Caribbean. Lionfish are - [Egypt, First Impressions](https://snorkelventure.com/2023/12/04/egypt-first-impressions/) - Not too long ago, I returned from my very first trip to Egypt. The Red Sea's crystal clear blue water, pods of dolphins, and stunning shallow coral formations that explode like a confetti cannon of orange anthias had been on my bucket list for years, I just hadn't had the opportunity, yet. 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But we can give you some insight into what you can expect from a day on tour with us, how our - [Tours](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/) - [Shop](https://snorkelventure.com/shop/) ## Products - [Snorkeling Palau by Liveaboard | Solitude Gaia](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/snorkeling-palau-by-liveaboard-solitude-gaia/) - Snorkeling Palau by liveaboard is the best way to fully immerse yourself in the true beauty of this Pacific Island nation. - [Snorkeling Palau by Liveaboard | Aggressor](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/palau-snorkeling-liveaboard-safari/) - Snorkeling Palau, one of the most beautiful Pacific Island nations, is one of our favorite places to snorkel with its schooling fish, pelagics, sharks, and reefs. - [Raja Ampat - Banda Sea - Alor Snorkeling Liveaboard | Mermaid II](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-banda-sea-snorkeling-liveaboard-mermaid-ii/) - Aboard our snorkeling Liveaboard, we'll explore the incredible reefs of Alor, the Banda Sea's Forgotten Islands, and finally Raja Ampat. - [Banda Islands & Triton Bay Snorkeling Liveaboard | Coralia Dua](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/banda-islands-triton-bay-snorkeling-liveaboard-coralia-dua/) - Journey onboard the beautiful Coralia Dua snorkeling liveaboard and explore the breathtaking reefs around the Banda Islands, Triton Bay, and its whale sharks! - [Sulawesi & Raja Ampat Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/sulawesi-raja-ampat-safari-2025/) - Come snorkel Sulawesi with us- bountiful reefs and fantastic critters. 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Improve skills & confidence and explore the best reefs in the Caribbean. - [Halmahera Snorkel Tour | 12 Nights](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/halmahera-snorkeling-tour/) - Secluded resort snorkeling tour set away from the crowds in northern Indonesia. - [Cenderawasih Bay by Liveaboard | Coralia Liveaboard](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/cenderawasih-bay-by-liveaboard-coralia-liveaboard/) - Journey onboard Coralia Liveaboard in search of whale sharks. - [Komodo and Alor by Snorkel Liveaboard | Naga Biru](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/komodo-and-alor-by-snorkel-liveaboard/) - Snorkel Komodo and Alor and the islands beyond on the beautiful Naga Biru liveaboard. Enjoy pristine coral reefs teaming with life from this snorkel liveaboard. - [Forgotten Islands Snorkeling Liveaboard | Coralia](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/forgotten-islands-snorkeling-liveaboard-coralia/) - Journey aboard the beautiful Coralia snorkeling liveaboard as we explore the breathtaking reefs of the Forgotten Islands of the Banda Sea. - [Belize Snorkel Week - Turneffe Island Resort | 7 Nights](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/belize-snorkeling-resort-based-safari/) - Join us for an unforgettable snorkel trip to Belize, where we'll explore the Caribbean's best reefs found around Turneffe Island. - [Maldives Manta Research Expedition by Liveaboard | Black Manta](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/maldives-manta-research-expedition-by-liveaboard-black-manta/) - This Maldives Manta Research Snorkeling Expedition is a unique snorkel safari aimed at learning about manta rays of the Maldives and participating in research. - [Bunaken, Bangka & Raja Ampat Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/bunaken-bangka-raja-ampat-snorkel-safari/) - This tour combines amazing reefs full of colorful marine life big and small. Snorkel Raja Ampat, Bunaken National Park and Bangka. Lively healthy reefs - [Alor Snorkel Tour - Big Creatures and Small Critters | 11 Nights](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-safari/) - Journey with us to Alor Indonesia and snorkel pristine reefs with great chances of encountering blue whales, pods of dolphins, and mola molas a - [West Komodo & Sumbawa: Whale Shark Experience | Naga Biru Liveaboard](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/west-komodo-sumbawa-whale-shark-experience-naga-biru-liveaboard/) - Snorkel Komodo on the beautiful Naga Biru liveaboard, passing through the islands between Bali and Flores. Snorkel with whale sharks and over beautiful reefs. - [Misool & Wakatobi Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/misool-wakatobi-safari/) - Arguably two of Indonesia's finest snorkeling destinations combined into one complete tour. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. - [Misool Resort Snorkel Tour - 14 Night Tour](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/misool-resort-snorkeling-tour-13-nights/) - Beauty above and below the surface from a stunning region of remote Raja Ampat. - [Egypt Snorkeling Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/egypt-snorkeling-safari-2025/) - Egypt is famous amongst snorkelers for its Crystal-clear blue water and thriving coral reefs that extend as far as the eye can see. - [Alor & Misool Snorkeling Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-misool-snorkeling-safari/) - The ultimate Alor & Misool Snorkeling tour featuring the region's best snorkeling sites for big fish and beautiful reefs. - [Islands of Sulawesi and Halmahera Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/islands-of-sulawesi-and-halmahera-snorkel-safari/) - Snorkel adventure to two of Indonesia’s newest and most luxurious snorkeling destinations: Bangka Island and South Halmahera, with stunning reefs full of fish. - [Bunaken & Bangka Island Shallow Freediving Workshop](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/bunaken-bangka-island-shallow-freediving-workshop/) - Bunaken National Park and Bangka Island are ideal locations for this exciting Freediving Workshop and snorkel safari. Improve your skills and enjoy the reefs. - [Raja Ampat by Liveaboard | Coralia](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/raja-ampat-by-liveaboard-coralia/) - The ultimate Raja Ampat safari in search of some of the world's finest snorkeling. - [Alor & West Komodo Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-and-west-komodo-snorkel-safari/) - Snorkel Alor and West Komodo with us- we stop at two amazing resorts, with great chances of manta rays, Komodo Dragons, and some of the healthiest reefs. - [Solomon Islands Liveaboard | Bilikiki Liveaboard](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/solomon-islands-bilikiki-liveaboard/) - Snorkel the Solomon Islands - it has it all from a snorkeler's perspective, lush islands, and seemingly endless shallow coral reefs exploding with life. - [Mexico Sardine Run](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/mexico-sardine-run/) - Join us to experience the Sardine Run in Mexico, which attracts striped marlin, California sea lions, dolphins, whales, and sometimes even sharks. - [French Polynesia by Liveaboard | Aqua Tiki III](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/french-polynesia-snorkeling-safari/) - This epic liveaboard snorkeling safari will be spent exploring one of the world's most coveted tropical locations - French Polynesia, in the South Pacific. - [Egypt Snorkeling and Solar Eclipse Tour](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/egypt-eclipse-snorkel-tour/) - Enjoy the crystal-clear blue water while we snorkel Egypt, with thriving coral reefs, and the opportunity to witness a full solar eclipse. - [West Komodo & Alor Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/west-komodo-alor-snorkel-safari/) - The Alor and West Komodo group snorkeling tour includes stops at two amazing resorts, great chances of manta rays, Komodo Dragons, and incredible reefs. - [Alor, West Komodo & Raja Ampat Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-west-komodo-raja-ampat-snorkel-safari/) - Snorkel Alor, West Komodo and Raja Ampat with us. This tour combines amazing reefs full of colorful marine life big and small, enjoyed form boutique resorts. - [Wakatobi Resort Snorkel Tour | 12 Nights](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/12-day-wakatobi-snorkeling-safari/) - Come snorkel Wakatobi and enjoy remote and diverse reefs in the heart of the Coral Triangle. We'll be based at the amazing Wakatobi Resort. - [Misool Resort Snorkel Tour | 11 Nights](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/misool-resort-snorkeling-tours/) - Beauty above and below the surface from a stunning region of remote Raja Ampat. - [Ultimate Komodo Snorkel Liveaboard | Coralia](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/ultimate-komodo-snorkel-liveaboard-coralia/) - Snorkel Komodo on the beautiful Coralia liveaboard, passing through Komodo and to the islands beyond. Snorkel pristine coral reefs teeming with life. - [Triton Bay & Raja Ampat Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/triton-bay-raja-ampat-safari/) - Amazing whale shark encounters combined with the world's richest reefs in remote Indonesia. - [Best of Komodo Snorkel Liveaboard | Naga Biru](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/best-of-komodo-snorkel-safari-with-naga-biru-liveaboard/) - Snorkel Komodo on the beautiful Naga Biru liveaboard, passing through Komodo and to the islands beyond. Snorkel pristine coral reefs teaming with life. - [Alor & Komodo Snorkel Liveaboard | Coralia](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/alor-and-komodo-snorkel-liveaboard-coralia/) - Snorkel Alor and Komodo on the beautiful Coralia liveaboard, where you'll encounter pristine coral reefs teeming with life. - [Raja Ampat & Misool Snorkel Safari](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/raja-ampat-north-to-south/) - Snorkel Raja Ampat with us from the best resorts in the north and the south. Enjoy the best the area has to offer- brimming with marine life large and small. - [North Indonesia Snorkel Safari | Sulawesi-Halmahera-Raja Ampat](https://snorkelventure.com/tours/north-indonesia-snorkeling-safari/) - On this three-stop guide-led snorkel safari, we will spend three weeks exploring the vibrant shallow coral reefs of Bunaken, Halmahera, and Raja Ampat. ## Categories - [Uncategorised](https://snorkelventure.com/category/uncategorised/) - [Tips & Advice](https://snorkelventure.com/category/snorkeling-tips/) - [Photography](https://snorkelventure.com/category/photography/) - [Destinations](https://snorkelventure.com/category/destinations/) - [Marine Life](https://snorkelventure.com/category/marine-life/) - [Conservation](https://snorkelventure.com/category/conservation/) - [On Tour](https://snorkelventure.com/category/on-tour/) - [Equipment](https://snorkelventure.com/category/equipment/) - [Snorkeling Guides](https://snorkelventure.com/category/snorkeling-guides/) - [Entry Requirements by Country](https://snorkelventure.com/category/entry-requirements-by-country/) - 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