Snorkeling equpiment?

[SoThisIsLove]

Hi,

Just wondering if we should buy our own snorkeling equipment or do the tour operators use disposible mouth pieces or are they disinfected? What is your opinion?

Heather

 

[justmestace]

They don't use disposable, but they do disinfect them. Some of our friends and family used the ones on CC and on excursions, and didn't have a problem.
Personally, I wouldn't use them, but I'm really fussy. I do use their fins....too much to bring along for only one or two trips.
Masks and snorkels are pretty cheap at Target or Costco. It's a matter of whether you want to bring the extra gear, and if you mind using their stuff.
You're also going to get a better fit if you buy your own. But, if you're never going to use them again, I'd make sure not to pay too much.

 

[SoThisIsLove]

Thanks for your honest reply. I am fussy too but FH tells me I worry too much. I think I will be heading to the store this weekend to see if I can find cheap sets. We are also heading to Aruba for a week after our cruise and Im sure they wil come in handy there too!

Thanks again,

Heather

 

[prymsu]

I agree that you should buy your own snorkel and mask. Easy to pack and will pay for itself over a few uses. The fins are usually very cheap and easy to rent.

 

[sweetpea3470]

IF YOU DO BRING YOUR OWN MASK & SNORKEL CAN YOU JUST RENT THE FINS OR ARE YOU CHARGED FOR EVERYTHING???

 

[prymsu]

yes, you will be able to just rent fins if you have the other things.

 

[decolady]

Rental of fins only on CC is $9. Life vest (mandatory) is free.