Many guests on Kaanapali Ocean Adventures tours have never snorkeled before. The crew is experienced with first-time snorkelers and designs the safety briefing and water experience to make the transition comfortable. Here is what first-timers need to know and bring. What is included: Kaanapali Ocean Adventures provides all snorkel gear including mask, snorkel, and fins. Life jackets, boogie boards, and noodles are available for additional flotation support. Snacks and drinks are included. Sunscreen reef-safe for Hawaiian waters is recommended but not provided. What to bring: a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses for before and after the water portion, comfortable clothing that transitions to swimwear, and a light jacket for the ride back in the morning breeze. The boat has a Bimini hard top covering most of the deck for sun protection.
If you have a mask or snorkel you prefer, you are welcome to bring it. The crew provides gear but does not prevent guests from using their own equipment. For first-time snorkelers, ocean comfort is the key variable. If you have not been in open water before, spending a few minutes in the shallows at Kaanapali Beach before your https://pastelink.net/62v2zbwc tour day can be helpful for building confidence. The crew will guide you through everything you need to know at the safety briefing, but coming in with some comfort around ocean swimming makes the transition easier. The briefing before entering the water covers proper mask fit and clearing, breathing through the snorkel, floating with minimal effort, and how to use the provided flotation. The crew stays in the water with guests to provide assistance as needed. Sea Scooters are available to rent for guests who want to cover more reef area. First-time snorkelers often find that the Sea Scooter reduces the energy demand of snorkeling significantly, allowing them to focus on the marine life rather than swimming. Book your first snorkel experience at +1 808-633-3138.
