Snorkeling is one of the water sports that have become more fashionable in recent years. Snorkeling is the practice of diving at water level.
This activity does not require you to have extensive training or to be a professional swimmer. In fact, the practice of snorkeling is very simple and it is not necessary to apply a huge physical effort. If you are not a very good swimmer, you simply have to float on the surface to appreciate the life that inhabits the sea.
What equipment do you need to carry out this activity?
To practice it, you will need a diving mask that will protect your eyes, and a respirator called snorkel, and, in most cases, fins. If you are going to practice it in cold waters, you may also need a diving suit.
The best thing about snorkeling is that it gives you the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural environment, but, in this case, you will not need complicated equipment. That is why Snorkeling is considered more of a leisure activity than a sport.
Security measures to take into account
- It is not necessary that you be an expert swimmer, but it is important that you have knowledge of basic buoyancy, be able to breathe without difficulty and move through the water comfortably.
- Don't just go snorkeling. If possible, always go with another person.
- Have good snorkel gear. It is very important that you feel comfortable while snorkeling, and that your equipment fits well.
- Not all beaches are suitable for snorkeling, especially if it is the first time you do it. Choose a place that is calm and clear water to enjoy more.
Why is LOS ARCOS the best snorkeling in Vallarta?
The 3 main rocks that make up the iconic Arcos de Mismaloya are home to an incredible abundance of birds and marine life below the surface.
Los Arcos is one of the most popular places to snorkel in Puerto Vallarta for many reasons. The fact that you can go and come back in a few hours is a plus. And the water is calm most of the year, making it ideal for those new to snorkeling.
Los Arcos has a variety of depths that allow a wide variety of species to thrive in the protected marine park. You can see huge schools of colorful tropical fish, eagle rays soaring along the sandy bottom, colorful rock formations and coral reefs, a variety of sea urchins and anemones, curious pipefish, octopuses and lobsters lurking in the crevices, and if look close enough, you might spot a super cool nudibranch or seahorse.