Gear tips.  

The staff at the Dive Shop take a pride in their knowledge about snorkeling gear, and are happy to give you advise in order to find you the "perfect fit"

Mask
Perhaps the most important piece of gear is your mask. You will need a high quality mask with a tight-fitting seal. Silicone is considered preferable to rubber for the skirt. The easiest way to test the fit of the mask is to lift the strap over the top of the mask and press the mask to your face (being sure not to capture any strands of hair) without breathing in. If it creates a slight vacuum and stays tight to your face, you've got the right fit. If not, move on until you find one that does seal properly. A proper fit will make a great difference in your enjoyment.  

Snorkel
A snorkel is a snorkel. Not true! There are varying bore sizes, different designs, alternating internal air pockets, etc, etc. Where to start? Try to find a snorkel that is comfortable, delivers air easily and breathes as dry as possible.    

Fins
Your fins give you mobility and speed. Remember this, not all fins are created equal. The variables are foot pocket design and fin size and shape. You have a choice between full-foot fins (ones that fit like a slipper around your heel) or open-heel fins. The latter are worn with some type of neoprene reef slipper with a flexible rubber sole. In either case, your fins should fit snugly but not too tight.