Should you buy a full-face snorkeling mask in Egypt, and how much does it cost?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 7 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers say full-face snorkeling masks are often more comfortable than a separate mask-and-snorkel set, especially for women and kids. In Egypt, you can find one at a bazaar for about US$9, but sizing is critical.
What the community said
The latest advice is that it’s easy to get the size wrong for a child, so in Egypt it’s better to try the mask on in person rather than buy blindly. Travelers also suggest fabric-style options may be less comfortable for kids.
7 days ago
One traveler specifically bought a full-face mask at a local bazaar for about US$9 and was happy with it: breathing felt easier than with a standard mask and snorkel, and there was a mount point for an action camera on top.
7 days ago bazaar, US$9
An earlier review says a full-face mask is the better option for a girl, as long as the size is correct. A separate mask-and-snorkel set was considered less comfortable, especially for women.
7 days ago