What is snorkeling?
Rating: 9,0/10 (1243 votes)  The word snorkeling in Russia is used very rarely, and many Russians have probably never heard it, and are unlikely to hear it. But in Egypt you can hear it very often and is familiar to all people who are interested or cannot live without diving.  Snorkeling So what is snorkeling? This word comes from the German word schnorchel, and if translated, it would mean a breathing tube. The point of snorkeling is diving with a mask, fins and a snorkel. When the water temperature is low, a wetsuit is used. The purpose of the lesson is to observe the inhabitants of the underwater kingdom. Snorkeling is very popular due to the fact that you do not need to invest a lot of money in it, you do not need special training, and anyone can do it, including children. Snorkeling can often be found in the lists of tourist services in Egypt. The Red Sea is very beautiful and rich in marine life. It is not only a way of entertainment, but also an exploration of the underwater space for lifeguard divers working at shallow depths. The same practice is used by underwater photographers. So you want to go snorkelling. What do you need for this? And where is it better to do it? There is only one answer to the last question - of course, in Egypt. You simply cannot find the most beautiful sea. Equipment: fins, mask, snorkel. And now about everything in more detail. Mask Going under the water without a mask is simply not realistic. Thanks to it, you can see the underwater world. Masks are of several types, and consist of a fixing strap, a porthole or portholes, depending on its type, body and shutter. When choosing a mask, pay attention to the body. It should be lightweight and durable. Seals are available in rubber and soft silicone. Silicone, although considered wear-resistant, but better fits the face, thereby ensuring tightness.  Snorkeling mask The portholes are mostly made of tempered glass. In rare cases, made of plastic after special processing. For beginners, it is better to stop at a glass porthole. Experienced divers prefer plastic, but these are more expensive. The quality of glass windows is indicated by the presence of the `` Tempered '' marking, and about the plastic ones – 'Safety'. Size matters in this case. The most important thing is that it fits you in size. To understand your size or not, put it on without fixing it, then inhale it through your nose. Then we remove the hand and leave it calmly on the face. If you succeed, then this is your size. The tube You can't do without it either. Yes, you can dive under water and hold your breath. But such a process is quite complicated and tedious. The pipe is much easier to choose. It should be close to your face and not uncomfortable Fins Thanks to the fins it will be much easier to swim, especially if you are going on long swims. Equipment must be bought in Egypt, since snorkeling is a common activity for them, and accordingly there are more choices in stores than in Russia. General rules of conduct on the water: 1. It is necessary to swim in places specially designed for this. The best option is a specially organized snorkeling excursion in the Egyptian city of Sharm El Sheikh. And also snorkeling can be done absolutely everywhere. It's just made for that. 2. Egypt has environmental laws, including those related to the protection of the seas. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to touch anything, let alone take it with you. 3. The optimum water temperature for this type of activity is 20 degrees and above. In low temperatures, wear a suit with the correct thickness. 4. It is forbidden to swim in bad weather. Despite the fact that in Egypt bad weather is rare enough and changes quickly to calm, it is better to refuse diving. Observing all the above rules, there is no guarantee that everything will go as it should. There is always a risk and you need to be prepared for it. The main problem of that activity is the ingress of water into any part of the equipment, the appearance of cramps and fogging of the lenses in the mask. Everything is clear with water - pour it out and adjust the mask. If water is constantly being poured, then it is necessary to check the skin for the presence of a thick layer of fat from the cream, for example. If there are no problems with these, then the mask is not your size. There should be no problems with water getting into the tube. Exhale it forcefully. When using a special tube with a valve, it is enough to rest your tongue against the sky to prevent water from entering the respiratory tract. Convulsions. If you have this ailment, you should refuse to swim in places not intended for this. If doctors are on duty in the designated places, then there will be no one to help you in other places. In case of convulsions, it brings legs together. To prevent this, it is necessary to pull on the tip of the fin, moving it towards the body. The seizures will go away on their own. Misting of the lenses in the mask is prevented by wiping them with dish soap, toothpaste or other abrasive substances. Skin diving or freediving - diving without a snorkel, holding your breath. The activity is very difficult, especially if you have problems with the respiratory system, but at the same time this activity is useful if your respiratory system is not developed. 1. Take a deep breath 2. Once we bend and take a pose so that the head is as low as possible for immersion. 3. Move your legs quickly, without bending your knees.  Deep Snorkeling So we found ourselves at a depth. Moving on to equalizing the pressure in the mask and ears. To equalize the pressure in the mask, it is enough to exhale a little air, and the pressure in the ears is equalized by blowing. We pinch the nose and exhale. It is recommended to perform such actions as you dive, but not often, since such actions are difficult and traumatic for the ears. There are also nuances when lifting. As you rise from the bottom, keep your hand above your head. In this way, you will notify another snorker so that he does not jump right at you. In this article, we examined all the nuances of both snorkeling and freediving, but to truly understand the essence of this lesson, you need to try everything on your own. experience. To equalize the pressure in the mask, it is enough to exhale a little air, and the pressure in the ears is equalized by blowing. We pinch the nose and exhale. It is recommended to perform such actions as you dive, but not often, since such actions are difficult and traumatic for the ears. There are also nuances when lifting. As you rise from the bottom, keep your hand above your head. In this way, you will notify another snorker so that he does not jump right at you. In this article, we examined all the nuances of both snorkeling and freediving, but to truly understand the essence of this lesson, you need to try everything on your own. experience. To equalize the pressure in the mask, it is enough to exhale a little air, and the pressure in the ears is equalized by blowing. We pinch the nose and exhale. It is recommended to perform such actions as you dive, but not often, since such actions are difficult and traumatic for the ears. There are also nuances when lifting. As you rise from the bottom, keep your hand above your head. In this way, you will notify another snorker so that he does not jump right at you. In this article, we examined all the nuances of both snorkeling and freediving, but in order to truly understand the essence of this activity, you need to try everything on your own. experience. since such actions are difficult and traumatic for the ears. There are also nuances when lifting. As you rise from the bottom, keep your hand above your head. In this way, you will notify another snorker so that he does not jump right at you. In this article, we examined all the nuances of both snorkeling and freediving, but in order to truly understand the essence of this activity, you need to try everything on your own. experience. since such actions are difficult and traumatic for the ears. There are also nuances when lifting. As you rise from the bottom, keep your hand above your head. In this way, you will notify another snorker so that he does not jump right at you. 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