Recently returned from a holiday in Egypt where I did some diving for the very first time. Initially apprehensive, in the hands of my expert young blonde diving instructor from the Camel Club, Naama Bay Sharm, I soon was at ease.My first open water dive was like a scene from "Finding Nemo" crossed with James Bond. (in my head at least!) The abundance of underwater life in all its colours was dazzling. Being able to get to the same level as the fish, the feeling of flying, and staying undewater without having to worry about the next breath was wonderful.
Also whilst in Naama Bay, we went on a days snorkelling trip, to Thomas and Jackson reefs. We still saw a lot, but glancing down from the surface to see divers below, made me want to be back down there! You might want to snorkel because it is cheap, easily accessible, safe and you don't need any training. Certainly this is why I have not previously tried diving. But I have now been converted.
In my opinion, there is no question - the only way to see the glories of the coral reef is by diving rather than snorkelling.
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