Mask
A mask is worn by a diver to give clear visibility underwater. The human eye does not function correctly when water is touching it, it needs to be in air to see clearly. But goggles are not an acceptable piece of diving equipment as the diver needs to be able to exhale through the nose into the mask, either to equalise the pressure or to clear water from the mask.
Snorkel
It might seem strange wearing a snorkel when you are 30m deep, but it is a useful piece of gear when you are on the surface. In choppy water you can use this to save the air on your back!
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Being under water is a great experience. Trained Scuba divers have the ability to explore the beautiful flora and fauna and enjoy the interacting with aquatic life. All trainings-associations worldwide teach in their courses how to explore that world in a safe way. Nevertheless, problems can occur and with the wrong reaction the diver can get into a life-threatening situation. The following skills increase your self-rescue abilities and help you in the unlikely event of troubles under water.
1.) Good Buoyancy control is the most important skill for scuba diving. It avoids struggling to maintain the divers position on the surface and underwater. It helps you to stay clear of the bottom, reducing the risk of aquatic injuries and protects the underwater life as well from being damaged as your equipment.
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While Aruba may be better known for its beaches and casinos, it is also a good destination for the scuba diver. In fact, Aruba was voted the second best wreck diving in the Caribbean by Rodale’s Scuba Diving Magazine in 2006. So if you like wrecks, you may want to consider a trip to Aruba. Plus, you can always check out those casinos and beaches in-between dives!
Location
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