If you’re planning a tropical vacation, finding the best snorkel mask is essential but can feel like an impossible task with so many different products available online. However, our list of the best types available will help narrow the search. There are a number of criteria to consider when evaluating the available offerings. Are you seeking a full-face mask to replace one that’s worn out? Is this your first snorkeling adventure? How much visibility does a particular type of mask provide? These and other questions will help you to evaluate which model is best for you.
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1. OMorc Snorkel Set
This mask and snorkel set is ideal for those who are trying snorkeling for the first time. The anti-fog, impact-resistant tempered glass of the mask provides a broad range of vision. While the materials and design of the set are high-grade and perfectly suitable for experienced snorkelers, there are specific features that make it great for beginners, too. Seasoned divers have a sort of experiential database of past problem solving from which to draw. This means they can troubleshoot issues before they become dangerous. One of the biggest issues is getting water in the top of the snorkel, which is definitely problematic. This set comes with a specially designed dry-top snorkel.
2. Vista Vue Full Face Mask by Deep Blue Gear
With most traditional masks, one must practice breathing only through the mouth. However, the full-face snorkel mask design skips that necessity entirely. Since it encloses the entire face, this mask will allow you to breathe naturally and comfortably. The additional purge vents will also keep your air supply pure and reduce the risk of excess carbon dioxide. The soft silicone mask skirt allows you to wear the model comfortably and securely. And never worry about fogging up the view. As you draw air through the dry-top snorkel, it flows down over the interior mask surface, keeping condensation at bay.
3. Greatever Dry Snorkel and Mask Set
For those who prefer the traditional mask design, this panoramic model is ideal. The tempered glass lenses are anti-fog for a crystal clear 180-degree view wherever you look. The snorkel set fits comfortably with a food-grade silicone skirt that creates a tight seal against the waves. The dry top snorkel is equipped with a float valve, which means you can leave the surface and explore below without getting a mouthful of water.
4. Panoramic Snorkel Mask Set from HUBO
The tempered glass of this mask is designed to be anti-fog for the perfect experience, whether you’re swimming in the pool or the deep blue sea. A dry-top snorkel is included to ensure that you won’t get a mouthful of water should an unexpected wave overtop you during your swim. It also makes diving down for a closer look at beautiful tropical fish or reef scenery a safer experience for first-time snorkelers. This affordable mask fits snugly with a silicone skirt, and the adjustable head strap allows a customizable experience.
5. Full Face Snorkel Mask by Vellaa
If you’re planning a unique trip to view the underwater wonderlands of a reef, you need the perfect snorkel mask set. Vellaa brings a unique dual-snorkel design to their full-face mask. This increases the available oxygen and enhances any diver’s experience. Not only does the full design allow for natural breathing, but air drawn through the dry-top snorkels flows down the inside of the tempered glass, preventing condensation. It also comes with a detachable camera mount, so you can keep both hands free while you document your experience under the waves.
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6. Ladies’ Snorkel Mask Set with Fins and Gear Bag from U.S. Divers
This mask is specially designed for adult women, whose facial dimensions may be smaller than their male counterparts, but are not ideally accommodated by juvenile mask models. U.S. Divers has thought of everything. In a specially designed gear bag, you’ll find fins, dry-top snorkel, and a panoramic mask with a soft silicone skirt, tempered glass, and adjustable head strap. Not only is the snorkel fitted with a float valve to prevent unexpected water during submersion, it has a flex section with a purge valve to ensure that every breath is safe and clear of water.
7. Cressi Triside Premium Snorkel Mask
While many panoramic masks house their lenses in solid material, Cressi offers a unique vision. The housing is also made of clear material, so peripheral vision is never obscured. The split-style mask offers an experience as close to nature as possible. Meanwhile, the dry-top snorkel will render breathing easy and clear, with a hypoallergenic silicone mouthpiece for maximum comfort. The one-handed nose pocket permits ear equalization instantly, making this an ideal diver’s companion.
8. All-in-One Snorkel Mask Usnork
This full-face snorkel mask doesn’t just look like something from the future, it is the future of diving comfort. A soft silicone skirt and dual head straps render a secure and comfortable fit with no leakage during long stints in the water. The tempered glass lens permits safe diving while the design allows for natural breathing. With optimally positioned air vents, condensation won’t obscure the view, but the dry-top snorkel design prevents water from flowing in if you dive down for a closer encounter with exotic reef residents.
9. Ultimate 6-Piece Snorkel Set from FinaTider
If you’re seeking the perfect diving kit, look no further. This inexpensive, high-quality kit keeps everything secure in a custom satchel that’s perfect to take along wherever the diving is good. A soft silicone skirt and adjustable head strap keep the polycarbonate mask frame secure. Tempered glass lenses are anti-fog for the perfect panoramic diving experience. Plus, the dry-top snorkel is designed to be easily folded, unlike earlier models that broke or bent. A dry bag for your smartphone, diving cap, goggles, and towel complete the set.
10. Professional Snorkel Set for Beginners from Integrity
There’s a first time for everything, but taking the plunge doesn’t have to mean going with insufficient gear or comfort. This panoramic snorkel mask is crafted from durable polycarbonate with tempered glass lenses for crystal clear viewing. The dry-top snorkel has a few additional perks that will aid inexperienced divers during their experience. Beyond simply blocking the influx of water from above, they’ve included a dedicated air channel with a larger and more efficient drain to purge water before it makes it to the mouthpiece. Snorkel safely and make the most of your journey.
No matter which type of mask is best for your needs, this collection provides an array of options. It’s said that travel enhances the human experience and increases our awareness of how the world is interconnected. Being able to see the wonders of underwater nature is part of that experience, and the best snorkel masks will provide an easy, comfortable fit with a broad range of vision no matter what your needs or where you dive.
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By BCR Staff
June 2019
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