Scuba diving and snorkeling as sports have gained immense popularity among tourists and vacationers. Once upon a time, scuba diving and snorkeling were undertaken by marine wildlife experts and extreme adventure sports lovers. But now modern scuba diving and snorkeling equipment are available easily, thereby allowing people to take up these sports easily. Ocean snorkeling and scuba diving spots are available all over the world and some of the more popular spots are right here in Seychelles.

Seychelles, one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world, is famous for its scuba diving and snorkeling facilities. The 115 islands that make up Seychelles offer some excellent spots including ocean snorkeling where you can go under the ocean and enjoy some great time within the blue waters. You can explore underwater caves and cliffs and watch all kinds of marine flora and fauna.

If you are an avid diving and snorkeling enthusiast, then you will probably carry your own gear. If you are a tourist and suddenly decide to take these up then there are equipment available on rent. There are many scuba diving and Ocean snorkeling companies in the Seychelles and they will equip you fully if you decide to go ahead and spend time under the water. You can go alone if you want to but if you are not a professional, we always recommend that you take one of the instructors along.

Seychelles snorkeling is best done in St Anne National Marine Park. It encompasses six islands near the Mahe Coast. Other popular snorkeling sites include Anse Royale, Port Launay Marine Park, Bel Ombre Anse Diri and Anse Major. The last two spots require some walking but the experience is worth all the trouble.

If you are in Seychelles in the month of October, then you can also enjoy the experience of swimming along with whales and sharks. Of course, you need some extra brevity to swim along with them.

For scuba diving, one of the best spots is Desroches. You can dive under the ocean and explore cliffs, caves and tunnels. You will be able to see more than 100 species of corals and more than 900 species of various marine fish. Apart from these, there are numerous species of seaweeds and crabs and other marine animals like the Green Sea Turtle, Bat Fish, Butterfly Fish and Parrot Fish.

For scuba diving and ocean snorkeling, the marine parks are the best spots in Seychelles. Underwater photography is also a popular hobby among those who choose to dive under the water. November of every year sees Seychelles host the SUBIOS Underwater Festival.

Ocean snorkeling and scuba diving are exciting sports and you must experience either or both of these when in the beautiful islands of Seychelles.