Night Snorkeling

Night snorkeling is an activity that can be practiced by all members of the family. All it takes is the basic snorkel gear and a flashlight. Akumal bay is the perfect setting to do a night snorkel tour. It's sheltered shallow and waters make it a delightful and safe experience.

By night you get a chance to observe life that just doesn't come out by daylight time; like the elusive octopus that mostly hunts in dark like conditions. It's really mesmerizing to watch it on the prowl, how it pokes and probes its way through the reef. You can see how the octopus changes color as it feels its way around and mimics the surrounding.

The coral seems much more alive, colorful and softer during nighttime. This is because at night is when they feed; and they do so by extending their polyps to catch the plankton. By watching them under our light, we restore the natural colors that are not even visible during daytime!

Another interesting thing to observe while night snorkeling is the way micro marine life glows when excited. Stirring the water in front of you can create this luminescence, and then enjoy watching these greenish sparks.

So next time you are in Akumal, don't miss the chance to participate in a Night Snorkeling guided tour. You can make the reservations online or directly at the Akumal Dive Shop front desk.