Snorkelling is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water
while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped breathing tube called a
snorkel, and usually swimfins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be
worn. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater
attractions for extended periods with relatively little effort and to
breathe while face-down at the surface.
Snorkelling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical
resort locations. The primary appeal is the opportunity to observe
underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment
and training required for scuba diving. It appeals to all ages because
of how little effort there is, and without the exhaled bubbles of
scuba-diving equipment. It is the basis of the two surface disciplines
of the underwater sport of finswimming.
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