Snorkeling Calories Burned Calculator
Calculate how many calories you burn snorkeling based on your weight, duration, and activity intensity
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How Many Calories Does Snorkeling Burn?
Snorkeling burns approximately 180-220 calories per 30 minutes for a 155-pound person. Snorkeling with diving can burn up to 280 calories in the same time.
Snorkeling is a relaxing yet effective full-body workout that combines swimming, breath control, and marine life observation. Understanding your energy expenditure helps you plan your underwater adventures and track fitness progress.
This calculator uses the scientifically validated MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula from the 2024 Compendium of Physical Activities. Snorkeling MET values range from 3.0 (floating) to 7.5 (with diving), making it a moderate-intensity water activity. Compare your results with scuba diving or swimming.
Factors That Affect Calorie Burn
- Swimming intensity: Active snorkeling burns ~150% more than floating
- Water currents: Swimming against currents increases calorie burn
- Diving frequency: Frequent diving significantly boosts energy expenditure
- Duration: Longer sessions increase total calories burned
Calories Burned by Snorkeling Intensity & Duration
Calories by Duration (70 kg / 154 lbs)
| Duration | Floating (3.0) | Casual (4.0) | Active (5.0) | With Diving (7.5) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 55 | 74 | 92 | 138 |
| 30 min | 110 | 147 | 184 | 276 |
| 45 min | 166 | 221 | 276 | 413 |
| 60 min | 221 | 294 | 368 | 551 |
| 90 min | 331 | 441 | 551 | 827 |
Calories by Weight (30 min active snorkeling)
Snorkeling vs Other Activities (30 min, 70 kg)
| Activity | Calories |
|---|---|
| 🤿Snorkeling with Diving | 276 |
| 🏊Swimming (moderate) | 257 |
| 🛶Kayaking (moderate) | 184 |
| 🐠Active Snorkeling | 184 |
| 🏄♂️Paddle Boarding (light) | 129 |
| 🌊Casual Snorkeling | 147 |
Source: MET values from 2024 Compendium of Physical Activities
