Diving & Snorkelling Gear

When it comes to exploring underwater, having the right equipment is essential for both safety and enjoyment. While swimming at the surface, we just need a swimsuit, going underwater to explore coral reefs and marine life, and the underwater world requires specific gear designed to help us adapt to an environment we weren't naturally built for.

Think about it - we humans can't see clearly underwater, we can't breathe underwater, and we're not very efficient at swimming compared to fish. That's where diving and snorkelling gear comes in - it helps us overcome these natural limitations so we can explore the underwater world safely and comfortably.

Snorkelling gear is your basic entry point - it's what you need for swimming at the surface while looking down at the underwater world. This includes a mask for clear vision, a snorkel to breathe while face-down, and fins to help you swim efficiently.

Diving gear takes it a step further, allowing you to go underwater for extended periods. It's more complex because when you're fully submerged, you need equipment to help you breathe, control your depth, stay warm, and move around safely underwater.

Snorkelling Gear

MASK

Your window to the underwater world

It is not the same as swimming goggles since they cover your nose too

Needs to fit perfectly to keep water out

Creates an air space so your eyes can focus underwater

SNORKEL

That tube that sticks up from your mouth

Lets you breathe while watching underwater life

Usually attaches to your mask strap

Some have special valves to keep water out

FINS

Give you the power to move through the water

Much easier than swimming with just your legs

Come in different sizes and styles

Make it easier to swim against currents

Diving Gear

BCD (Buoyancy Control Device)

Like a jacket that holds your air tank

Helps you float or sink by adding or releasing air

Has pockets for weights and gear

Essential for controlling your depth

REGULATOR

Delivers air from your tank

Converts high-pressure air to breathable pressure

Has backup systems for safety

Includes gauges to monitor your air supply

WETSUIT

Keeps you warm underwater

Protects from scrapes and stings

Different thicknesses for different temperatures

Helps with buoyancy too

WEIGHTS

Help overcome natural buoyancy

Let you stay underwater without fighting to sink

Can be attached to your BCD or worn as a belt

The amount needed varies from person to person

Other categories include:

Water Sports | Paddles | PFDs