ALL ABOUT SNORKELING - Pula & Istria

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About Snorkeling

ALL ABOUT SNORKELING

Snorkeling in Pula and south Istria is one of the top summer activities. Snorkeling is safe, easy and enjoyable for all ages and skill levels. It’s an ideal adventure for families and friends.

What is snorkeling, anyway?
Snorkeling is swimming or floating along the sea surface and enjoying the underwater world equipped with a mask, a snorkel, and swim fins. Snorkelers can take a short dive down to take a closer look at something interesting below them.

The mask allows having a clear vision underwater, the snorkel to breathe with the face submerged by sea, and the swim fins to move with less effort and more control.

Snorkeling does not require any special training or strong physical effort. It allows us to see the beauty of the underwater world, and provides amazing health benefits.

If you like taking pictures, snorkeling is also an amazing opportunity to take epic underwater shots of marine life. For that, all you’ll need is a waterproof camera.

There are many ways to learn about the marine wilderness, but the best way to experience the underwater world is to simply put on a mask, dip your face beneath the surface, and open an unforgettable window of wonders!

What I can see while snorkeling?
There’s a wide variety of what may be found below and above the sea surface when snorkeling in Pula and south Istria. From colorful fishes to octopuses, sea cucumbers, sea urchins and sea stars as well as different types of sea sponges, crabs and anemones…

If you’re lucky you’ll be able to spot colorful sea slugs or even a seahorse.

You are less likely to see sea mammals than any other marine species when snorkeling. They often stay away from noise and boats. You may see bottlenose dolphins when you’re above water, but less likely when you’re snorkeling among the reefs.

What are the best spots for snorkeling?
Snorkeling is mostly practiced freely, entering the water from a beach or rocks. However, to reach some spots located in remote areas, a boat can be needed.

We offer quality, FUN snorkeling tours for up to 12 people, small enough we can ensure you have a great time underwater! Choose between a day or half-day snorkeling boat trips which allows you to snorkel off the boat directly and enjoy these spots, like reefs, sea caves and islands.

Snorkeling is practiced by millions of individuals around the world. It’s a captivating water activity that allows you to explore the stunning beauty of marine ecosystems without the aid of complex scuba diving gear.

Whether you’re an seasoned snorkeler or just starting out, snorkeling is safe, easy and enjoyable for people of all ages and skill level. It is a great way to introduce kids to the captivating underwater world.

One of the main features of snorkeling is the opportunity to meet a variety of sea creatures. From colorful fish to fascinating nudibranchs, snorkeling allows you to connect with the marine world in a personal and unique way.

From reefs to sandy or rocky sea-beds, the versatility of snorkeling allows you to explore diverse underwater ecosystems. The Pigeons Cave, Muzil Peninsula, and Cape Kamenjak are popular snorkeling spots in Pula.

Snorkeling is a low-impact exercise that offers numerous health benefits, including improved muscular strenght, cardiovascular fitness and breathe control which helps develop strong heart and lung function.

To have a safe and comfortable snorkeling experience, you will need a mask, snorkel, and fins. These essential gear allow you to breathe and glide through the water more effectively.

Responsible snorkelers follow the rules of conduct, principles such as not touching or disturbing marine life, avoiding standing on reefs, and leaving only bubbles behind. This helps to protect the delicate marine ecosystems.

Snorkeling is a great social activity that can be done with friends and family. Exploring the underwater world together creates lasting memories and offers a shared sense of wonder and adventure.

Those who are new to snorkeling will learn basic skills and increase their comfort in the water. Snorkeling provides an introduction to other water activities such as scuba diving, free diving, or even underwater photography.

The tranquility experienced while snorkeling promotes mental relaxation, stress reduction, and mindfulness. Snorkeling allows you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, facilitating a state of calm and clarity.

While snorkeling, you have the opportunity to learn about different species of fish, coral reefs, and marine ecosystems. Many snorkeling trips are led by knowledgeable guides who provide interesting facts about underwater world.

The calming effect of being surrounded by vibrant colors and diverse marine life promotes a sense of connection with nature, helping build long-term support for conservation and can ignite a lifelong passion for marine exploration.

Cancellation Policy

All snorkeling trips

Up to 24 hours before departure – change the date or time of your trip as many times as you like, subject to availability, or cancel with a 100% refund.
Less than 24 hours before departure – no refund is available and the date can no longer be changed.
No-show – if you do not show up for your trip, no refund is available.

If we cancel a trip because of weather, sea conditions or safety reasons, you can choose another date or a full refund.

Bookings made through our partners (for example GetYourGuide or Viator) follow the cancellation terms of the partner through which the booking was made.

To change or cancel your booking, send us an email or a WhatsApp message. Full details are in our Terms & Conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.What is snorkeling?Snorkeling is swimming with fins, a mask, and a tube called a snorkel that allows you to have your face down in the water and still breathe. Sounds easy?

2.Why do people snorkel?Because it’s loads of FUN : ) Fair enough?

3.Is snorkeling safe?Snorkeling is a very enjoyable and easy sport and one of the wonderful things about it is that people of all ages can participate.

4.How long to the tours last?All our tours last approximately from tree to seven hours in duration from check-in time to the time you get back to the pier
Note: This can vary depending on sea and weather conditions, participants in the group and other factors.

5.How many snorkelers will be on each tour?Small group up to 12 snorkelers on each tour. In order to operate, all tours are subject to minimum number of snorkelers, see specific tour info for details.

6.What kind of people go out on your snorkeling tours?FUN people! If you’re not FUN, better keep Googling. This may not the tours for you!

7.Is there an age limit?Yes, we apply age policy on all snorkeling tours. In order to snorkel children must be 8 years old or above and must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

8.Do I need any previous experience?No, you don’t need any previous experience of snorkeling, but it is important that you can swim independently and that you're comfortable in the water.

9. But don’t I need to be a good swimmer?Well it sure can’t hurt, but it’s not required. It's recommended that you do have some comfort and experience when you are in the water.

10.How much time do we spend in the water?Snorkeling can take approximately one hour and a half or longer depending on the tour, participants in the group, weather conditions and other factors.

11.How fast do you go?We try to snorkel at relaxing and slow pace, but the speed of the tour is also depending on the participants in the group.

12.Do we need a reservation?Snorkeling tours do sell out quickly and passenger seats are limited, so to guarantee your spot(s) we recommend that you make a reservation in advance. Book on-line or call now..

13.How do we book a tour?Booking a tour is simple! For advance booking send us request using our Booking form or an Email and we'll get back to you within 24 hours. For last minute booking simply give us a Call and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

14.Can i pay cash or is it all by credit card?As we don't accept cards your cash payment is more than welcome.

15.Are private snorkeling tours available?Yes, we often run private snorkeling tours for groups up to 12 people wanting the guide to themselves. To inquire about booking a private tour, please send us an Email.

16.Where is the meeting point for the snorkeling tours?Our boat departures from the small pier near Stoja Campsite, in front of wich is a car park. If any problem to find us, our crew will meet you in front of the main entrance of Stoja Campsite.

17.Is there parking available?Yes, there is plenty of unrestricted free parking.

18.How early we must arrive prior to departure?20 minutes will give us plenty of time to get you checked in and boarded.

19.What if we arrive late? Can you wait for us?If the other snorkelers are on time, we have to respect our schedule and cannot delay our departure more than 5 minutes. If you're running late, you can try to contact the crew at +385 977 755 590. Depending on circumstances we may be able to wait for you.

20.What language do you speak on the tours?All tours are narrated in English, German and Italian language.

21.What equipment do you provide?We will provide you with all the gear you’ll need for your snorkeling adventure: mask, snorkel, fins and inflatable snorkel vest.

22.Do you provide optical masks for snorkelers and divers?Standard masks magnify objects underwater by 25%, however prescription masks are not available.

23.Can I wear glasses on a snorkeling tour?Unfortunately glasses don’t create a seal between your face and the mask. We recommend you to wear contact lenses instead, just be aware that if your mask floods, you may lose your contacts.

24.How should we prepare and what should we bring?Bring swimsuit, sun hat, sunscreen, beach towel, slippers and positive vibe! For all the rest we'll take care of. All relevant information for the tour can be found in our snorkeling handbook.

25.Can we stow anything at your place?Yes, we provide area for your personal belongings, but there is a limited amount of room, so please only bring what you need.

26.Can we bring our own food?You're free to bring anything you would like to eat or drink as long as the amount is small and personal.

27.Can I bring my camera on my snorkeling tour?Yes, you can bring your camera. But we would recommend you to bring waterproof one, so it won't get ruined easily.

28.Do you offer photos from the snorkeling tour?Our guides normally have a GoPro camera and can take photos during the tour. If you're interested in photos please give us your email and we'll send you download link the day after the tour. Kindly note that photos cannot be guaranteed. Our customers safety and wellbeing is our first priority, and therefore it can happen that the guide have to focus on helping the snorkelers in the water instead of taking photos.

29.What is your season, when do you run your tours?Our season starts in May and runs through October. During the off-peak, we are subject to passenger demand and sea conditions. During the peak (July & August) we run up to 3 tours a day.

30.Do you have a weather cancellation policy?Activity may be canceled due to severe weather. The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, we may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If we cancel the activity, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability). If rescheduling isn't possible, you'll be refunded.

31.What is your cancellation policy?If you don't show up for your tour, you forfeit your money and there are no refunds. Within 48 hours of the trip departure time, no refund is available. If you call up to 48 hours in advance and need to cancel or move your tour, we'll do our best to reschedule your tour date and time. If we're unable to find an appropriate date and time for you, 90% will be refunded. If the minimum number of passengers (which is 5) aren't registered, the tour it could be canceled. In such cases, we'll contact you to reschedule your trip or refund your money. Please check our Terms & Conditions for more details.

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us.

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