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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.
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