Should you snorkel at high tide?
Should you snorkel at high tide? High tide is great for those who want better water visibility and more locations to explore. The waves can also provide an added challenge. Low tide is better for those who want to get closer looks at coral reefs.
How common are snorkeling accidents?
Though it is unclear how many deaths were due to ROPE, according to the Department of Health, there were 204 snorkeling-related deaths from 2012 to 2021.
When should you not snorkel?
Choppy waters are not ideal for snorkeling, especially; if you're not a proficient swimmer. Wavy waters will bounce you around, and you'll experience diminished underwater visibility because of increased moving debris and sand. Waves also influence the ease and safety of getting in and out of the waters.