What are the dangers of snorkeling while traveling and backpacking abroad?

What are the dangers of snorkeling while traveling and backpacking abroad?

• More often than when swimming, you'll be near rocks and corals while snorkeling, because that's where most of the fish and other marine life can be seen. A wave or current pushing you against the sharp rocks can cause serious injuries. Hitting your head on a rock is especially life-threatening.
• Every diver, but not every snorkeler or swimmer, knows not to touch coral. Not only are you likely to damage the coral, but you also run the risk of contracting an infection from the wounds that coral easily causes. If you come into contact with "poisonous" corals like fire coral, you only worry about the infection once the pain has subsided.
• While snorkeling, you're often so focused on watching or tracking fish and sea turtles, for example, that you forget to check whether you're drifting too far from shore or a safe beach. Wearing fins further enhances this effect, as even with gentle movements, you reach a much higher speed than when swimming. Regularly check your position above the water.
• Floating on the surface, you're an ideal victim of severe sunburn. Many snorkelers choose protective clothing, which helps protect against the sun, hypothermia, and injuries from coral or sharp rocks.
• Also read the risks of swimming in the sea and abroad.