Rather than clipping a traditional snorkel to the side of the mask to inhale air from above the water, full-face masks combine mask and snorkel into a single piece of kit.

The Greatever G2 Full Face Snorkel Mask not only protects your entire face from angry crabs, but also has a lot of high-tech features that make snorkeling a much more pleasant prospect.

The Full Face Snorkel and Diving Mask is available in our deals store for just $39.99, it normally retails for $99.

The Easybreath mask promises to make first-timers seem like snorkeling pros with a full face design that lets anyone breathe like they were still standing on shore.

To find the best snorkeling gear, we spoke with ten experts — including certified scuba instructors, snorkeling tour guides, and owners of diving supply stores — to get their picks.

The WildHorn Outfitters Seaview 180-Degree V2 Full-Face Snorkel Mask uses Flowtech technology to make breathing underwater easier than competitors.

HONOLULU The Pride of Maui, a company that offers snorkel tours and cruises, has recently announced it will no longer allow the use of full-face snorkel masks on its catamarans due to safety concerns.