 Lanzarote is one of the best places on the planet for snorkeling. Why? Because the water is warm, teeming with life, and there are very few "nasty" things in it! We don't have jellyfish, the only sharks you may see inshore are harmless Angel Sharks, and the water is clean and clear. If you're planning to snorkel, it's worth investing in some decent gear. don't fall into the trap of buying a cheap mask, as leaks just spoil the fun. Get a good quality mask, a snorkel with a long tube and fins with enough length to give you decent propulsion. The trick to stop the mask misting up, is to spit onto the glass, wipe the spit around, and then rinse in sea water. Don't do the straps up too tight - a mask to fit your face should almost stay on without a strap, if you breathe in through your nose. Now that you're kitted up, where's the best place to go? The three best snorkeling beaches on the island are: Arrieta Unless it's rough and windy (and if it is Arrieta is great for boogy boarding!) the beach called La Garita at Arrieta is perfect. Swim off to the left, and hang around near the pier and pier legs, and you'll see Sama, rainbow fish, various bream, zebra fish and parrot fish. Swim to the end of the pier, where the water is deeper, and you'll see urchins, maybe an anemone or two and lots of small crabs. Be sure to check above you for fisherman and to keep an ear out for boats. Play Chica, Puerto del Carmen This beach is used all the time by scuba divers, and with good reason - it's got loads of fish! Again swim off the beach, or jump in from the little harbor wall. Look out for divers, there'll be loads around! As well as the fish noted above, you may well see Barracuda here, starfish and arrow crabs, and if you're very lucky an Angel Shark, as they sometimes sleep in the shallows - they will be at least 5 or 6 meters below you on the seabed, but you'll be able to see them clearly. You may also spot cuttlefish in the bay, and if you venture out to where the boats are tied up, there are often sea horses, living in the ropes. Playa Flamingo, Playa Blanca Now that the sea wall has been repaired, you'll find all of the fish named in the first two places, but you may also spot a big school of sardines here, as well as small lobsters, sea cucumbers and grey mullet. Be careful if you go outside the wall, as there can be a current, and you may be affected by the wash from the high speed ferry. Snorkeling is one of the many great things you can do in Lanzarote without spending any money, and whilst getting a great tan - give it a go next time you're over here! blog
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