We're planning to go to the Big Island Dec 7-14. We've got both snorkelers and divers with us.
During the day time, is the water cold enough to require a wetsuit even while just snorkeling?
Are there going to be less mantas or a greater possibility of cancelation?
Also, I remember reading about a black sand beach area famous for lots of turtles somewhere close to the south point. Is the higher surf going to make that area impossible to snorkel?
I was thinking I'd look at the below link to see what surf conditions are like before I drive to a beach. What's considered bad surf for snorkeling though? Thanks.SwellWatch 3D - Surf Report and Forecast
During the day time, is the water cold enough to require a wetsuit even while just snorkeling?
Are there going to be less mantas or a greater possibility of cancelation?
Also, I remember reading about a black sand beach area famous for lots of turtles somewhere close to the south point. Is the higher surf going to make that area impossible to snorkel?
I was thinking I'd look at the below link to see what surf conditions are like before I drive to a beach. What's considered bad surf for snorkeling though? Thanks.SwellWatch 3D - Surf Report and Forecast