Best Scuba Diving Snorkels and Snorkel Sets

The best snorkels and snorkel sets from the 2020 Scuba Diving magazine Gear Buyers Guide.

Snorkels, a necessary part of any dive kit and one of the first pieces of gear divers usually purchase when they are getting ready for their open water certification. Snorkels not only help us save air at the surface but are essential for those days when we'd rather snorkel than dive.

GULL CANAL STABLE

The Canal’s streamlined tube reduces vibrations and discomfort by stabilizing the snorkel against current. The bottom section is corrugated on the outside to improve mouthpiece flexibility, but the interior is smooth so water drains quickly. The top of the snorkel tube is fitted with a splash guard to prevent water entry.
gull.kinugawa-net.com | $50

GULL SUPER BULLET

This top-of-the-line snorkel has two exhaust valves for reliable clearing of water. After expulsion, any remaining water is diverted away from the mouth and channeled into the purge chamber. The rotating mouthpiece can be adjusted to find the most comfortable, natural angle. The one-touch snorkel keeper easily detaches from the mask strap.
gull.kinugawa-net.com | $70

HEAD ADVENTURE COMBO

Head Adventure Snorkel Set — Includes mask, snorkel and combination backpack/towel.

Designed for snorkelers who want to mix fun and convenience, this combo includes a mask and snorkel carried in a backpack that turns inside-out into a soft, absorbent towel. The full-frame mask has large dual lenses for a good view of the undersea world and quick-adjust strap buckles. The J-style snorkel has a corrugated bottom tube for comfort. Adult version available in navy blue and lilac, junior version in light blue and lime.
head.com | $50

MARES 70TH ANNIVERSARY COMBO

Mares 70th Anniversary Snorkel Set — Special-edition top-flight snorkel or scuba set with a commemorative case.

This limited-edition set includes the X-Vision Ultra mask and Rebel Dry snorkel. The product of meticulous design and optical testing, the chrome-plated mask provides the widest view possible, while its soft skirt and X-shaped strap offer secure comfort. The Rebel Dry has a 100 percent dry top, a lower purge exhaust and a sliding snorkel keeper. The set comes in a padded commemorative case.
mares.com | $119.95

SEAC TRIS MOTUS

This all-in-one freediving package includes the full-foot Motus fin with a flexible technopolymer blade designed for maximum responsiveness married to a dual-density foot pocket that balances comfort and stability. The twin-lens One mask is made from hypoallergenic liquid silicone. The Jet snorkel’s low-profile design minimizes drag. Available in four color-coordinated kits that come neatly contained in a handy travel bag.
seacsub.com | $119 (black), $129 (camo)

Text and photos originally appeared in the March 2020 issue of Scuba Diving magazine.