Every Australian summer ends the same way for someone in the family. The hire shop mask leaked, the snorkel swallowed half the bay, and a fogged lens turned a coral bommie into a grey smudge. Your own set fixes the fit part of that.
This guide covers nine snorkel sets listed on Amazon Australia: six you can buy and three that could not be bought on 22 October 2026. Ratings and details come from each listing.
What is the best snorkel set in Australia right now?
The Yakiter Diving Mask, Snorkel Mask with Dry Top Breathing System is our best overall choice. It is a single lens tempered glass mask with a dry top snorkel tube, sold by HMMY-AU and shipped by Amazon, rated 5.0 from 4 ratings. That is a very small sample, so treat the score as early signal.
The WACOOL Snorkeling Package Set has the biggest rating pool of the sets you can buy, 4.4 from 4,224 ratings. Its listing describes anti fog coated tempered glass, a full dry snorkel with a purge valve and a splash guard, and a mesh bag.
The Body Glove Bondi lists ages 13 and up, a float controlled dry top valve and a one year warranty, at 4.6 from 20 ratings, a small sample. For younger children, the EXMUJO kids set is titled for ages 3 to 8, and its goggle size is in the kids sizing section below.
How do the available snorkel sets compare on rating and features?
The table compares the six sets you can buy on what is in the box, lens, skirt and rating, with the size of each rating pool beside it. Three more sets could not be bought on 22 October 2026: the Cressi Pano 3 and Supernova Dry, the ZEEPORTE set and the EMSINA full face mask.
| Set | In the box | Lens | Skirt | Rating (ratings) |
|---|
| Yakiter Diving Mask, Snorkel Mask with Dry Top Breathing System | Mask and tube | Tempered glass, single lens | Silicone | 5.0 (4) |
| Body Glove Bondi 2 Piece Set | Mask and snorkel | Tempered glass, two windows | PVC | 4.6 (20) |
| Cressi Ikarus and Orion | Mask and snorkel | Glass, single lens | Silicone | 4.4 (329) |
| WACOOL Snorkeling Package Set | Mask, snorkel, mesh bag | Tempered glass, one piece | Silicone | 4.4 (4,224) |
| Bairuifu Dry Snorkel Mask Set, 2 pack | Two mask and snorkel sets, bag | Tempered glass, single lens | Food grade silicone | 4.5 (327) |
| EXMUJO Kids Snorkel Set | Two goggles, two tubes, mesh bag | Tempered glass | Food grade silicone | 4.3 (66) |
The ratings in the table are the figures on each Amazon Australia listing. Some listings are one variation of a larger listing and can share its ratings, and a score from only a handful of ratings, like the Yakiter's 4, can move quickly.
Which set suits which swimmer
- Adults who want the highest rating: the Yakiter, with the caution that 4 ratings is a thin sample.
- Adults who want the biggest rating pool: the WACOOL, with 4,224 ratings.
- Teens and adults from 13: the Body Glove Bondi, listed for ages 13 and up.
- Younger children: the EXMUJO kids set, titled for ages 3 to 8, with its goggle size given so you can check it against your child's face.
- Two swimmers sharing one purchase: the Bairuifu 2 pack, which lists two mask and snorkel sets and a bag.
- Travellers who want a light kit: the Cressi Ikarus and Orion, listed at 399 grams.
How to read the ratings on this page
A 5.0 from 4 ratings and a 4.4 from 4,224 ratings are not the same kind of evidence. The Yakiter has the highest score, 5.0 from 4 ratings, and the WACOOL has the largest pool, 4.4 from 4,224 ratings. The Body Glove Bondi has 4.6 from 20 ratings, the EXMUJO 4.3 from 66, the Bairuifu 4.5 from 327 and the Cressi Ikarus and Orion 4.4 from 329. Use the ratings to compare sets, and use the listing details to decide which one fits you.
How we pick these snorkel sets
NestPath is an aggregator, not a dive shop, and we do not put gear in the water. For every set we read the Amazon Australia listing, including its title, bullet points, product information table and description. Specs come from the maker's bullet points and the product information on each listing.
A set is a card here when it is a mask and snorkel set for sale on Amazon Australia with a star rating. We say where a rating rests on few reviews, where a listing gives two values for one detail, and where a link opened a different listing. The best overall choice is the highest rated set we could buy, and a thin sample is said out loud.
We weighted the detail that changes your day in the water: skirt material, lens material, how the snorkel keeps water out, whether a purge valve is listed, what is in the box, and how the set is sized. Where a listing gives two values for one detail, we name both.
Conditions and swimming ability matter more than any mask, so swim with a buddy and check conditions before you go in.
Last checked: 22 October 2026.
Best overall: Yakiter Diving Mask, Snorkel Mask with Dry Top Breathing System
The Yakiter is a conventional mask and snorkel tube, not a full face mask. Amazon Australia shows it sold by HMMY-AU and shipped by Amazon, with 5.0 from 4 ratings, a very small sample.
The listing gives the goggle size as 5.31 inches in length and 3.54 inches in width, about 13.5 by 9 centimetres. It describes a wide tempered glass lens with a 180 degree view, a soft food grade silicone mask and a dry top snorkel. The product information lists two snorkel goggles, two snorkel tubes and a mesh bag. The listing says the mask creates a secure and gentle seal around the face to prevent leaks. Amazon shows 4.3 from 66 ratings.
Flaws but not dealbreakers
The age label conflicts inside the listing, 3 to 8 in the title and 3 to 9 in the A+ section, so go by the goggle size. Amazon shows 66 ratings, a small sample.
What should you look for when buying a snorkel set?
Check four things in each listing: the skirt material, the lens material, how the snorkel keeps water out, and whether a purge valve is listed. Fit comes first, so test the mask on your face. The listings here name silicone or PVC skirts, glass lenses, and dry top, splash guard or blow out valves.
The skirt material. The skirt is the soft edge that seals against your face. The listings here name silicone for the Yakiter, Cressi Ikarus, WACOOL, Bairuifu and EXMUJO sets, and PVC for the Body Glove Bondi.
The lens material. The listings name tempered glass for the Yakiter, Body Glove, WACOOL, Bairuifu and EXMUJO sets, and glass for the Cressi Ikarus.
Dry top, splash guard or blow out valve. The next section shows the wording each listing uses for its snorkel, so you can see which design you are buying.
A purge valve. A purge valve is a one way valve at the bottom of the snorkel that lets you clear water with one breath out. The Body Glove and WACOOL listings name one.
Lens count. The Body Glove listing gives two windows, while the Yakiter, Cressi Ikarus, WACOOL and Bairuifu listings give a single lens.
How do you check a snorkel mask actually fits?
Hold the mask against your face without the strap, breathe in gently through your nose, and let go. If it stays put on suction alone for a few seconds, the skirt matches your face shape. If it drops, it will leak, and tightening the strap will not fix that.
Hair caught under the top edge of the mask, or facial hair along the upper lip, can also let water in. Mask fit follows the shape of your face, not your height, so the same test works for tall and short swimmers.
What do dry top, splash guard and blow out valve mean in a listing?
In these listings a dry top valve closes or seals the tube when the top goes under water, a splash guard is an anti splash system on the top, and a purge or blow out valve at the bottom lets you clear water from the tube. The table shows each set's wording.
| Set | Snorkel wording in the listing |
|---|
| Yakiter Diving Mask, Snorkel Mask with Dry Top Breathing System | Dry floating valve design with a flexible tube that drains easily |
| Body Glove Bondi 2 Piece Set | Float controlled valve that automatically seals the tube when submerged, plus a one way purge valve at the bottom |
| Cressi Ikarus and Orion | Adult snorkel with blow out valve |
| WACOOL Snorkeling Package Set | Full dry snorkel with purge valve and splash guard |
| Bairuifu Dry Snorkel Mask Set, 2 pack | The valve closes when the top of the tube enters the water |
| EXMUJO Kids Snorkel Set | Dry top snorkel that automatically prevents water from entering the tube |
None of these designs is a guarantee of a dry tube, so swim with a buddy and check conditions before you go in.
How do you look after a snorkel set so it lasts?
Rinse the set in fresh water after every swim, dry it in the shade, and store the mask so nothing presses on the skirt. Salt left in a purge valve can stop it sealing, and heat can warp a skirt, so keep the gear out of a hot car. Follow any care instructions that came with your model.
Rinse in fresh water, every time. Salt left on the skirt and in the purge valve can leave a crust, so rinse the whole set under a tap and clear sand from the strap buckles.
Dry in shade, not sun. Hang the set somewhere shaded and airy until fully dry, then store it out of direct sun and away from hot surfaces.
Store the mask so nothing sits on the skirt. Give the mask its own space rather than jamming fins or other gear on top of it.
Look for these features in Australian conditions
The listings on this page describe silicone or PVC skirts, glass or tempered glass lenses, and snorkels with a dry top valve, a splash guard or a blow out valve. A purge valve is named in the Body Glove and WACOOL listings. Conditions on the day matter more than any feature, so swim with a buddy and check conditions before you go in.
If you are packing light, the Cressi Ikarus and Orion mask and snorkel is listed at 399 grams.
Full face masks suit floating, not duck diving
Full face masks cover the whole face and let you breathe through your nose or mouth. They suit floating on the surface rather than duck diving, and anything that breaks the silicone seal, such as facial hair, can let water in. Follow the maker's sizing chart and test a full face mask in a pool before a trip.
Stopping a mask fogging
The Yakiter and WACOOL listings both describe tempered glass with an anti fog treatment, and the Bairuifu listing says its structural design can effectively prevent fog. The bullet points of the Body Glove listing do not describe an anti fog treatment, so plan to use a defog solution with it. Whichever mask you buy, read the maker's instructions for first use.
Fins are separate on every set you can buy here
None of the six sets you can buy here lists fins among its contents, so add a pair separately if you want them. Fins matter more once there is current or distance involved, and less in a sheltered bay or a pool where you can stand up.
Kids need kid sized gear
Kids need kid sized gear, not a scaled down adult mask. The EXMUJO listing gives its goggle size as 5.31 inches in length and 3.54 inches in width, about 13.5 by 9 centimetres, which is the figure to check against your child's face. The title says ages 3 to 8, while the A+ section of the same listing recommends it for children aged 3 to 9. The Body Glove Bondi is listed for ages 13 and up, so we do not name a set for ages in between.
What each listing says about warranty and support
The Body Glove Bondi lists a one year warranty. The WACOOL listing says the set is backed up by a lifetime hassle free guarantee. The Bairuifu bullet points promise 24 hour uninterrupted service. On the Yakiter product information, its warranty field holds only a slash, so we have no warranty terms to quote for it.
What each listing says it is for
The Yakiter listing says it is designed for snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming. The Body Glove listing calls its set perfect for snorkeling and swimming, for adults 13 and up. The WACOOL listing says its lens design gives a clear view, especially for beginners. The EXMUJO listing says its kids set suits exploring tropical reefs, swimming in the ocean or practicing in the pool, and calls it ideal for family vacations, summer adventures and beginner snorkelers. The Bairuifu listing says it is easy to use and suitable for most people. The Cressi listing describes a snorkel set for adults consisting of mask and snorkel for every hobby and sports diver.
These are the makers' descriptions, not our testing, so use them as a starting point and let the fit test decide.
A short checklist before you buy
Check the age or size label, because the Body Glove Bondi is listed for ages 13 and up and the EXMUJO set is titled for ages 3 to 8. Check what is in the box, because only the product information shows whether a bag or a second set is included. Check the rating pool, because 4 ratings and 4,224 ratings are not the same evidence. Check the seller line on the listing, and read any import notice Amazon shows. Then run the fit test on your own face as soon as the set arrives.
How the six sets differ
The six sets you can buy differ most on the snorkel and the box. The Body Glove and WACOOL listings name a purge valve, the Cressi listing names a blow out valve, and the Yakiter, Bairuifu and EXMUJO listings describe a valve or dry top that keeps water out of the tube. On the mask, the Body Glove lists two windows, while the Yakiter, Cressi, WACOOL and Bairuifu list a single lens. In the box, the WACOOL, Bairuifu and EXMUJO listings include a bag, and the Bairuifu and EXMUJO listings hold two sets. None of the six lists fins.
What is in the box
The product information lists a diving mask and tube for the Yakiter, a masks and snorkel set for the Cressi Ikarus and Orion, a bag and mask for the WACOOL, a bag, breathing tube and mask for the Bairuifu, and a mesh bag, two snorkel goggles and two snorkel tubes for the EXMUJO.
What else did we consider and leave out?
We left out sets we could not check on Amazon Australia. This page covers masks and snorkels with a star rating, and it limits full face masks to one entry because they suit floating on the surface rather than duck diving. Prescription masks were left out because they need fitting to your eyes.
Snorkel set questions Australians actually ask
What is the best mask and snorkel combo?
The best overall choice is the Yakiter Diving Mask, Snorkel Mask with Dry Top Breathing System: a single lens tempered glass mask with a dry top snorkel tube, listed with 5.0 from 4 ratings. For a larger rating pool, the WACOOL Snorkeling Package Set lists 4.4 from 4,224 ratings and a full dry snorkel.
How to choose a good snorkel set?
Start with fit, because a mask that leaks is no use. Then check the listing for the skirt material, the lens glass, and a dry top valve, splash guard or purge valve on the snorkel. None of the sets you can buy here lists fins, so add a pair separately if you want them.
Are expensive snorkels worth it?
Not automatically. Fit decides comfort, and a higher spend does not guarantee it. What to look for in the listing is the skirt material, the lens glass and the valve. The Body Glove Bondi lists a PVC skirt and a float controlled dry top valve, while the Yakiter lists a silicone skirt and a dry floating valve.
What are some good quality snorkel brands?
Brands with sets you can buy on this page include Cressi, Body Glove, Yakiter, WACOOL, Bairuifu and EXMUJO. The Cressi Ikarus and Orion listing is titled Designed in Italy, and Body Glove lists a one year warranty on the Bondi set. We do not rank brands, so use the listing details and ratings on each card.
What is the best brand of snorkel gear?
We do not rank brands, because a mask has to fit your face. Among the sets you can buy here, the highest rated listing is the Yakiter at 5.0 from 4 ratings, and the biggest rating pool belongs to the WACOOL at 4,224 ratings. Choose by fit, valve and lens, not by logo.
How much does a decent snorkel set cost?
Prices move, so read the current price on each Amazon Australia listing before you buy. A decent set is one that fits your face, seals, and has the snorkel valve you want. All six sets you can buy here are masks and snorkels, so compare them on fit, valve and lens, not on one number.
At what age is it appropriate for a child to start snorkeling?
Listings give age labels, not a safe starting age. The EXMUJO kids set is titled for ages 3 to 8, while its A+ section says 3 to 9, and the Body Glove Bondi is listed for ages 13 and up. Always supervise children in the water and swim with a buddy.
Does a snorkel allow you to breathe underwater?
A snorkel lets you breathe at the surface with your face in the water, not while you are submerged. The Body Glove Bondi lists a float controlled valve that seals the tube when submerged, but do not expect any snorkel to stay completely dry. Swim with a buddy and check conditions.
What else should you sort out before summer?
Once you have a set, the rest of the beach day is easy to plan. Our guides below cover swimming goggles for pool practice, a swim bag for wet gear, water shoes, a beach bag and a beach tent for shade. Each guide below compares picks. For music during pool laps, our swimming headphones guide compares seven sets by waterproof rating and storage.
About the author
Anish Puri founded NestPath in 2026 after going through the Australian first-home-buyer process himself. NestPath focuses on Australian first-home buyers because the existing review sites are American, generic, or both. Anish handles editorial selection across the homeowner hub. Reach out: hello@nestpath.com.au
