Your snorkel mask is the most critical piece of equipment for a good day of snorkeling. Your fins are a close second however. The best snorkeling fins are a combination of comfort, compact size and propulsion. After evaluating 9 of the most popular fins we have come up with our top three picks that excel in each of these three ...

Snorkeling can be a fun and adventurous outdoor activity for you and your friends. You can bond with the family on vacations or enjoy a group trip with co-workers. No matter who you decide to go snorkeling with, you will have a great time, get some wonderful exercise, and explore nature in ways you won’t be able to any other ...

Having a dive computer will free you from having to worry about calculations of your nitrogen levels using complicated dive tables. Being able to monitor all the information you need on your wrist will give you the confidence to stop worrying and just enjoy the dive, and isn’t that what it’s all about? The big problem with trying to choose ...

If your just getting into diving, the first piece of equipment you should buy is the best scuba mask you can afford. You don’t want to get a snorkeling mask and use it for diving, you will have very poor results. There is nothing worse than diving when you are constantly clearing your mask because its leaking or can’t see ...

Whether you are going to the beach or the mountains you need to have a camera that can handle the elements. In addition to being water proof, these rugged cameras are also freeze, and shock proof. They also allow you to dive deep under water to take the perfect picture. Most of these waterproof cameras also have Wi-Fi connectivity, GPS ...

A dive knife is a tool that no diver should be without. Even if you only go a few times a year it is still a dive accessory you should have. The recreational diver may never use their knife but its one of those things that its better to have and not need than than be in a situation that ...

A diving light is not just for scuba diving at night. While not as essential as say a dive knife or computer for daytime diving it is a good idea to always have one, even if its just a small light to keep in your BCD pocket. If you plan on diving wrecks or cave diving, then your choice of ...

The writers at Outside Pursuits can say with complete confidence that the snorkeling in Maui is world-class. Not only is it the best snorkeling in Hawaii, but in our writers’ opinions, it’s the best snorkeling in the world. Don’t miss it while you’re there. There is an abundance of coral reefs, marine life and the visibility is impeccable. Seeing the ...

Cheap or mediocre snorkel gear can make or break a well-planned snorkeling trip. Imagine your mask constantly leaking or fogging up while trying to enjoy the beautiful sites. Beyond being a simple distraction, a faulty mask can ruin your experience altogether because of poor visibility. The same goes for a low quality snorkel. Settling for a model that doesn’t have ...

Don’t underestimate the importance of your scuba diving fins. If you have been diving before you probably already know that most rental fins are cheap and usually uncomfortable. By getting your own diving fins you know they are going to fit right and will give you more a comfortable diving experience. The best scuba diving fins will eliminate blisters and ...