NSAHO79 Posted September 25, 2007 #1 Share Posted September 25, 2007 I love to snorkel but I am fairly new at it (my DH is a pro) and I am not a strong swimmer so I like to have some type of floatation device on when I go on catamaran trips, etc. Does anyone know if the cruise ship excursions supply life jackets (or whatever they are called these days) to people if they want them or are they mandatory anyway? I am really looking forward to our trip on the Gem in January to hit six of the Caribbean islands! I have been trying to find something that I can take with me for snorkelling that isn't too cumbersome but no luck so far. Thanks, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldock Posted September 25, 2007 #2 Share Posted September 25, 2007 yes, they should have them, they are snorkel vests, you can get them on ebay for about $25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevesan Posted September 26, 2007 #3 Share Posted September 26, 2007 I love to snorkel but I am fairly new at it (my DH is a pro) and I am not a strong swimmer so I like to have some type of floatation device on when I go on catamaran trips, etc. Does anyone know if the cruise ship excursions supply life jackets (or whatever they are called these days) to people if they want them or are they mandatory anyway? I am really looking forward to our trip on the Gem in January to hit six of the Caribbean islands! I have been trying to find something that I can take with me for snorkelling that isn't too cumbersome but no luck so far.Thanks, Chris Snorkel boats provide flotation devices. They're not always inflatable vests. Sometimes they are the bulky life jackets and even noodles. Buy an inflatable vest. It takes up very little luggage space and you can inflate it to a level that's comfortable for you. Wearing a flotation device is mandatory. Those who like to free dive opt for the inflatable vest. They can require you to put it on, but they don't make you inflate it.;) http://www.oceanicworldwide.com/img/p_bcs_reefsport1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted October 26, 2007 #4 Share Posted October 26, 2007 I want to snorkel on my own from the beach at Cane Garden Beach in Tortola and from the beach by the cruise dock in Grand Turk. I have my own mask and snorkel. Do the rent vests at those beaches? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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