Where to Go: the 3 Best Snorkeling Tours

1.Bali/Amed: Underwater Temple Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 134 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $40Our pick

Explore four Amed snorkeling sites by boat, including the WWII Japanese Shipwreck, Turtle Point, Lipah Bay, and Jemeluk Bay. An English-speaking guide helps you find turtles, coral, and fish, while optional transfers add Tirta Gangga and Virgin Beach. GoPro hire may be available, and guides such as Karma, Nyoman, and Wayan Sue are praised for their care.

“We chose the option with transfer from Ubud. Our Driver Wayan was exceptional! Easy to talk to, gave us a lot of information about life in Bali and their customs. The snorkeling itself was great. The boat crew was knowledgeable and helpful. We snorkelled at 4 spots and managed to see turtles AND dolphins! One note: the facilities are not the greatest so be prepared. The Driver took us to a great lunch spot where we had a lovely meal. I highly recommend this activity and I wouldnt think twice to do this again :)”

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2.Private Cruise to Poseidon Temple at Sounio Cape with Snorkeling and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $600Best reviewed

Travel from Athens to Cape Sounio with a private host, then see Poseidon’s Temple and cruise to Arsída and Vrachos Pothito for swimming and snorkeling. George, Danae, Nikos, and other certified instructors tailor the day to your group. Hotel, airport, and port pickup, equipment, snacks, and water are included.

“This was a GREAT cruise!! George was such a fantastic host. He was warm and friendly, prompt and full of information on our drive to the RIB cruise. George brought his little son with him which was fantastic as I was a mom travelling with her 2 sons 19 and 12. The language barrier didn't matter as the kids all played and jumped hundreds of times from the boat. Beautiful stops to swim, snorkel and to have fun. George made it very clear that the boat was ours and we got to call the shots of where to go and when to go. He also brought along a wonderful melon…”

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3.Snorkeling and swimming tour to the Poseidon’s temple at Sounio cape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $351

Travel from Athens along the south coast with guides George, Amalia, or another English-speaking instructor. You’ll stop at Lake Vouliagmeni, swim and snorkel at Legrena Beach, then visit the cliff-top Temple of Poseidon. Pickup, equipment, and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle are included. Groups are limited to eight.

“This tour was wonderful!! Amalia was an incredible guide. We say many fish and sea creatures while snorkeling. We enjoyed the history of the Temple of Poseidon. The Cape was gorgeous!! Highly recommend!!”

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