Course overview

Snorkelling in Alor is a wonderful way to experience the archipelago's reefs without scuba gear, gliding over shallow coral gardens teeming with tropical fish. Guided from the boat with all equipment provided, it suits all ages and is the perfect non-diving option for families or those wanting to see Alor's marine life near the surface.

What you’ll learn

• Use a mask, snorkel and fins comfortably
• Breathe and clear water from your snorkel
• Float and move efficiently at the surface
• Spot reef fish and coral from above
• Follow your guide safely over the reef
• Understand basic reef-safe behaviour

Prerequisites

• No experience or certification required
• Suitable for all ages (children with supervision)
• Basic comfort in water
• No swimming certification needed
• No medical clearance required

What's included · What's not

Probability of sightings · month-by-month

What you're likely to see each month, based on historic operator logs.

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day1
   Guided snorkelling

   After a short briefing and fitting, glide over Alor's shallow coral reefs with your guide, watching tropical fish and coral in the warm clear water.

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