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Coral Reef Snorkelling Ocho Rios :: Jamaica Watersports

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Snorkeling lesson are taught in most tourist resorts and is very easy to learn how to snorkel. Most beginner should only venture out to a reef or open water with a qualify snorkel instructor. Choose a reef where it is shallow enough to stand if you want to stop for a breather or clear your mask. Some reef has strong current which if not careful can cause you to drift into deeper water. Your snorkel instructor is there to guide you or assist if you get into difficulties.

Tropical coral reefs are among nature's most diverse ecosystems, composed of thousands of species of fish, plants, corals, invertebrates, and microorganisms. Their natural beauty attracts thousands of tourists and divers each year. Coral reefs built up slowly over time by algae and corals which leave behind calcified deposits. Coral reefs are found in the warm, clear, shallow waters of tropical oceans worldwide. Reefs have functions ranging from providing food and shelter to fish and invertebrates to protecting the shore from erosion. Revenue generated from tourists attracted to the beautiful coral reefs can be a significant source of income for local communities in these areas.

Ocho Rios Snorkeling

Ocho Rios Jamaica snorkeling is one of the favorite tourist activities on a Ocho Rios Jamaica holiday. Whether it's off the boat or right off the beach, Ocho Rios Jamaica snorkeling is a perfect way to experience the beauty of the underwater world.

If you've never experienced snorkeling before, don't worry. Equipment and instruction will be provided onboard the boat.

Coral Reef Fish Species

At the coral reef, you can swim amongst the bright colorful corals, observe a vast variety of beautiful tropical fish in there natural environment and the vibrant marine life. Some of the most abundant species of tropical fish on the coral reef are angel fish, anthias, basslets, bat fish, blennies, box fish, butterfly fish, cardinals, clown fish, damsels, dart fish, dotty backs, dragonets, dwarf angels, eels, filefish, frog fish, goat fish, gobies, groupers, grunts, hawk fish, hogfish, jaw fish, lion fish, puffer fish, rabbit fish, rays, sea horses, sharks, snappers, squirrel fish, tangs, triggerfish and wrasses.

Tropical Coral Reef Species

The most common species of corals are brain coral, bubble coral, carpet anemone, clubbed finger coral, club-tipped anemone, cup coral, elkhorn coral, flowerpot coral, green anemone, lettuce coral, purple base anemone, red cauliflower coral, sea fan, sea mat, sea whip, staghorn coral, star coral, sun coral and torch coral.

Snorkelling  |   Click Here for No Obligation Booking Enquiry

Duration 1:00 - 1:30 hour

Per person (including boat ride, all equipment, captain and snorkelling guide.

Group discount: $25.00 USD.

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