The ScubaMax Strap Draw String Mesh Bag is our best snorkel gear bag which stands at a height of 30 inches and has a width of 19 inches across and is available in two colors and is also a one size mesh bag. Because of its great height, it has the ability to store snorkeling fins, snorkeling flippers and snorkeling tubes in its excellent build. You can also use it in a multitude of purposes and not just in snorkeling – you can use it for other water sports, water activities and much more such as boating, kayaking and many more. The top part can be easily closed using a draw string for all of your frustration and problems and safety concerns and there is also a clip feature near the opening of the snorkel bag in case you want to hang the snorkel bag when not in use. There is also a metal rivet at the bottom part of the snorkel bag so you can easily put the drainage or handle.
Our step-up pick is the Ivation Dive Heavy-Duty Mesh Duffel Bag and you get a ton of ventilation with this snorkel bag due to its tiny holes as a mesh bag so you can protect even smaller items without compromising the ventilation factor. Easily foldable when not in use due to its intuitive design, you can definitely use it for a wide variety of equipment that require water exposure such as gear for water sports and water recreation activities due to its mesh design that will keep your clothes just fine. The PK zipper of this mesh duffel bag for snorkeling gear is of full length so you can definitely stay confident with its strong protective features and the durable design also adds to its reliability in carrying items. You can fit in just about any kind of wet gear or snorkeling gear including fins, wet suit, snorkel tube, snorkel mask, goggles, snorkeling shoes, regulator for diving, BCD and other water sports equipment as well
The budget pick is the Phantom Aquatics Snorkeling Mesh Gear Bag and the material used for this snorkeling gear bag is nylon mesh to protect your items without sacrificing the ventilation and also keeping it easy to dry and the smaller items protected. You can also use it to fit in your swimming gear and wet clothes due to its mesh bag qualities that prevents mold and helps your clothes and gear to dry easily with open air and the swimming gear bag can be used for a lot of snorkeling and diving activities as well as other water sports as well as other water activities. The snorkel gear bag can definitely fit a lot of items due to its equipment design that will surely aid you on your journey and on any snorkeling activity outdoors.
A Little Background
Snorkel gear bags are important to have. Without the snorkel gear bags to protect your gear, they can fall off easily from where you intend to put them and this is why you need snorkel gear bags to protect you in the long run. A snorkel bag is also called a mesh bag in some cases due to the very fact that a mesh bag is made with a mesh and decorated to display comfort in the long run.
How We Picked
In choosing the best snorkel gear bags, we considered the following:
Size – size is everything in choosing the best snorkel gear bags. It is important for a lot of space and a lot of room for fins at its size and build.
Mesh and ventilation – make sure the snorkel gear bag has enough mesh parts to help air dry the wet stuff that you will put in your snorkel gear bag.
Safety – make sure that the snorkel gear bag values safety without compromising the ventilation.
Our Pick
ScubaMax Strap Draw String Mesh Bag
Our best snorkel gear bag is the ScubaMax Strap Draw String Mesh Bag which stands at a height of 30 inches and has a width of 19 inches across and the snorkel gear bag is a very reliable item to have for snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming and much more. The top part can be easily closed using a draw string for all of your frustration and problems and safety concerns and the shoulder strap of this mesh bag for snorkeling allows you to easily carry it over your shoulder without much problems.
You can also use it in a multitude of purposes and not just in snorkeling – you can use it for other water sports, water activities and much more such as boating, kayaking and many more. It is available in two colors and is also a one size mesh bag and because of its great height, it has the ability to store snorkeling fins, snorkeling flippers and snorkeling tubes in its excellent build. In fact, you can easily transport your equipment from one place to another while having a vacation or snorkeling trip or adventure without much problems with this ideal, affordable, economical and reliable snorkel gear bag.
When it comes to the ability of this bag to be stored when not needed, it can also be folded within seconds due to its compact design and because of the unique mesh design, you can also take the snorkel bag with you while snorkeling in the water if you cannot leave it at the beach for security reasons. The shoulder strap of this snorkel gear bag is also highly adjustable and you can also fit other items here such as a wet suit as well as a beach towel due to its spacious build and design.
There is also a clip feature near the opening of the snorkel bag in case you want to hang the snorkel bag when not in use and the light weight build of the snorkel bag makes it very easy to carry for long journeys. There is also a metal rivet at the bottom part of the snorkel bag so you can easily put the drainage or handle.
Flaws but Not Dealbrakers
The only few concerns about the ScubaMax Strap Draw String Mesh Bag include the fact that there is no drainage hole at the bottom but you can still attach one using its metal rivet feature.
Step-up Pick
Ivation Dive Heavy-Duty Mesh Duffel Bag
Our step-up pick is the Ivation Dive Heavy-Duty Mesh Duffel Bag and it is a perfect duffel bag for those who cannot stand having a small bag for carrying their snorkel gear. There is a ton of room for this snorkeling duffel bag due to its wide and spacious build and you can definitely depend on this heavy duty mesh bag that is designed to carry more snorkel materials and snorkel gear in the get go.
The bag spans at a length of 30 inches and a width of 16 inches and you get a ton of ventilation with this snorkel bag due to its tiny holes as a mesh bag so you can protect even smaller items without compromising the ventilation factor. The duffel bag protection factor for this snorkel gear bag is very excellent and tough for its build and its reliability and you can definitely use it for a wide variety of equipment that require water exposure such as gear for water sports and water recreation activities due to its mesh design that will keep your clothes just fine.
The PK zipper of this mesh duffel bag for snorkeling gear is of full length so you can definitely stay confident with its strong protective features. It is easily foldable when not in use due to its intuitive design and you can fit in just about any kind of wet gear or snorkeling gear including fins, wet suit, snorkel tube, snorkel mask, goggles, snorkeling shoes, regulator for diving, BCD and other water sports equipment as well.
The coating of the mesh material is made from high quality PVC that will not easily fail in its material and will also act to prevent mildew and mold from growing and attaching themselves onto your snorkeling and swimming gear and also helps them easily air dry to prevent mold and such and the durable design also adds to its reliability in carrying items.
There is also an additional Velcro pouch that stands at dimensions of 10 by 8 inches so you can fit in other small items separately without getting it lost and for easy access and there are also built-in handles to help you carry the duffel bag for your snorkeling gear just fine. The shoulder strap is also removable so you can carry it in any way you want and the two dive flag pockets are zippered. You can easily use it for traveling by plane or by land and it is easily cleanable after using at the beach.
You can also use it to carry supplies while boating, kayaking and with other water sports. It is super lightweight at only 2 pounds and the black color is also very sleek in its design. You can also use it for carrying items from your RV or other vehicle and it is an ideal companion for trekking in the tropics. Also, you can also use it to carry beach toys such as shovels, buckets and many more.
Budget Pick
Phantom Aquatics Snorkeling Mesh Gear Bag
Our budget pick is the Phantom Aquatics Snorkeling Mesh Gear Bag and the snorkel gear bag can definitely fit a lot of items due to its equipment design that will surely aid you on your journey and on any snorkeling activity outdoors. The swimming gear bag can be used for a lot of snorkeling and diving activities as well as other water sports as well as other water activities. And also, you can also use it to fit in your swimming gear and wet clothes due to its mesh bag qualities that prevents mold and helps your clothes and gear to dry easily with open air.
The draw string can be pulled easily to close up the snorkel gear bag for protection and security purposes and the material used for this snorkeling gear bag is nylon mesh to protect your items without sacrificing the ventilation and also keeping it easy to dry and the smaller items protected. Moreover, the size of the snorkel gear bag spans at 27 by 10 inches all in all. In fact, you can fit in a lot of snorkel gear in this mesh bag such as fins and flippers as well as the snorkel package itself including the mask or goggles and the snorkeling tube that you need. And also, it is also a multipurpose bag that can also be used on other adventuring and side trips such as colleting shells and mushrooms on the way.
Ideal Snorkel Gear Bag for Long Traveling
U.S. Divers Coast Backpack Bag
For our best traveling snorkel gear bag, we chose the U.S. Divers Coast Backpack Bag which can fit all of your needed scuba diving gear as well as snorkeling gear due to its great and intuitive and spacious design at a very comfortable pace and build and design as well. The snorkeling gear is also very safe inside the backpack designed snorkel gear bag and the backpack design also allows you to carry your snorkeling equipment easier and with great confidence that you will still look and feel in style and comfort as you travel to the beach or to the snorkeling or diving site.
It stands at a height of 22 inches so it can fit a lot of items for snorkeling or water sports and water activities in general and it also spans at a width of 8 inches so it is very spacious such that you can fit in a lot of items for your snorkeling or diving activities. Another plus for this snorkel gear bag is the fact that it also has a convenient carrying handle for you to easily carry it with or hang it with. And in fact, there are also easy backpacks straps that help you keep comfortable while on a long journey to the diving or snorkeling site.
Moreover, ventilation is not a problem with this backpack designed snorkel gear bag due to the fact that it also has mesh panels in its construction that is made from high quality and heavy duty nylon material for its superior performance all in all. The main compartment of this diving and snorkeling gear bag can be used to fit in a lot of items such as the snorkeling mask, snorkel tube and the set of snorkeling fins or flippers on your way and it has one shoulder strap to help you carry the bag better. The outside pocket of this snorkeling gear bag can also fit a lot of other personal items that may be needed during camping or backpacking or snorkeling at the beach.
Super light weight and easy to carry at only 1.3 pounds, the U.S. Divers Bag can definitely hold any standard adult snorkeling set including the fins, snorkel and the snorkeling mask. It is backed by a warranty of 2 years.
Best Duffel Design Snorkel Gear Bag
Mares Cruise Mesh Duffle Bag
Our best duffel bag for snorkeling is the Mares Cruise Mesh Duffle Bag and this snorkel gear bag has a duffle bag design so that it is very easy to carry around and can be used to carry the bulkiest and heaviest sports gear or water sports gear or activity gear that is needed for water activities. The carry handles make it easier for any person to carry this duffle bag as a snorkel gear bag for its great use and the two carry handles can definitely give you convenience and comfort during long trips to the diving site or snorkeling site.
In addition, you can also fit in the longest types of swimming fins and snorkeling flippers with this extremely spacious and greatly designed duffle bag due to its great build and design. Also, the gear and clothing that you can keep in this snorkel gear bag can be easily dried through air drying procedure due to the mesh construction on the whole bag.
In addition to that, you can also effectively rinse your scuba diving or snorkeling gear within the bag and it is also super compact to store as a snorkel gear bag when not in use. Moreover, it also has a handle when it is converted to a small round bag when folded properly. Super lightweight at only 1.5 pounds, the Mares Duffle Bag spans at a length of 37 inches and has a diameter of 15 inches across.
Ideal Snorkel Gear Bag for Overnight Purposes
PROMATE Snorkeling Overnight Backpack Style Bag
A great snorkel gear bag that uses the best materials to keep your items safe and sound, the PROMATE Snorkeling Overnight Backpack Style Bag is definitely a great backpack for scuba diving as well as for snorkeling due to its excellent build. What’s more, the strap for the shoulder is very comfortable and also very reliable and also adjustable and it also has a single padding for better comfort on the go.
It easily dries up your wet gear and wet clothes so it is perfect for swimming, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving and other types of water sports. And if you want to go over night on a beach trip then you really do have to use this backpack style snorkel gear bag. The PROMATE Backpack Style Bag helps you hold on to the whole snorkel set that you might have such as fins, mask and snorkel tube. And moreover, the mesh part of the snorkel gear bag makes it very highly reliable due to its coated build and design that is made from heavy duty PVC material for the panels which also serve as great drainage feature.
What’s more, it also comes with a nice mask pocket so that you can really enjoy surfing and snorkeling and easily access the mask whenever and wherever you need it. Any fin or flipper set that can be up to 29 inches in length can fit on this awesome snorkeling gear bag. It spans at a height of 30 inches with a depth of 7 1/2 inches and it also dries fast and gives you a lot of confidence for snorkeling, surfing and general water sports such as scuba diving and swimming.
The bag also has a carry handle on the top that is made from high quality nylon material so it is very sturdy and very versatile in the long run and the ventilation feature is heightened and improved by the top and sides having great insertion instances of coated mesh that is made from high quality PVC material that is of heavy duty. There is also a convenient elastic cord feature on the snorkel gear bag on the front side so you can put in some beach towels when needed and the PVC construction is made from high quality 600-denier nylon and PVC material. It also spans at a width of 11 1/2 inches so it is quite spacious and can hold a lot of snorkeling gear and water sports gear.
Ideal Snorkel Gear Bag with a Compact Design
Promate Scuba Dive Mask Snorkel Bag
Our best compact snorkel gear bag is the Promate Scuba Dive Mask Snorkel Bag and there are great anti-fogging drops that can be stored on the small pockets on the side so you can definitely stay fog free on snorkeling as well as scuba diving if you do not have lenses that have anti fog capabilities. It stands at dimensions of 5 by 8 inches and you can easily secure your snorkel just fine with its great design that acts like an open-ended bag for snorkel gear and swimming gear as well as scuba diving gear.
The quality of the snorkel bag is very superb due to being PVC in its material and having 600-denier nylon material to add to its durability and the clothes you put in the snorkel bag can easily dry naturally using the mesh air panel feature of the snorkel gear bag. It has a depth of 3 inches and you also get a nice closure made of Velcro on the open-ended bag design of this snorkel gear bag that keeps everything in place along with the snorkel mask for the quickest access and the easiest handling possible.
The back part also has a snap clip material and mechanism that adds convenience to this scuba dive mask bag that can be used for snorkeling and if you are looking forward to just give protection for your individual snorkel or scuba mask then this bag will be just the right thing.
Best Drawstring Snorkel Gear Bag
101Snorkel Mesh Drawstring Snorkel Bag
The 101Snorkel Mesh Drawstring Snorkel Bag is our best drawstring snorkel gear bag and the snorkeling gear can be fit in this awesome snorkel gear bag that uses a draw string mechanism to open up and close the snorkel gear bag so you get less frustration in the long run. The top part of this awesome snorkel bag has a draw string part so you can easily secure your items with the pull of the draw string for a more natural way of opening and closing the bag.
You can easily protect your snorkel gear without getting mold by using its mesh design so that your snorkel gear will get air dried easily. It stands at a height of 28 inches so it can definitely fit fins that are used for snorkeling and scuba diving. And also, there is also a blue zip pocket for carrying all of your necessities that are too small for the main compartment. You also get a free carabineer that is available on various assorted colors and measure 2 3/4 inches and the zippered pocket has dimensions of 10 by 8 inches so it can definitely fit a lot of things in there.
There is also a very comfortable shoulder strap that makes it very convenient to carry along your trip to the beach or to the diving or snorkeling site and if you put only a small amount of snorkel gear on the bag then it will be applicable for any airplane’s overhead bin.
Best Pair Snorkel Gear Bag
2 PACK 101Snorkel Mesh Drawstring Bag
The snorkel gear bag, 2 PACK 101Snorkel Mesh Drawstring Bag, comes in two packs – one with a blue zippered pocket and one with a black zippered pocket. It is the perfect gift for couples or friends or even family if you often go scuba diving, swimming or snorkeling with someone in pairs and it stands at a height of 28 inches and comes with a convenient shoulder strap so you can easily carry it. Moreover, it spans at a width of 16 inches and there is also a top part which has a draw string top so you can easily open and close the bag without the use of excessive zippers other than the ones in the pockets so you can easily open and close the bag and have it properly ventilated for the wet stuff to be let air dry when possible.
Ideal Snorkel Gear Bag that is Customizable
Scuba Choice Snorkeling Drawstring Mesh Bag
The cool thing about this unique mesh bag from Scuba Choice, the Scuba Choice Snorkeling Drawstring Mesh Bag, as a snorkel gear bag is the fact that you can even use a permanent marker to customize your mesh bag in any way that you want it such as by putting names or designs that make it truly yours. It stands with dimensions of 13 inches by 25 inches so it is quite wide and spacious for a lot of snorkeling gear and the closure cord of the draw string snorkeling gear bag uses a slide lock feature so it definitely makes things easier for the person who will use the bag.
You can use it perfectly for various water sports such as scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, swimming, kayaking and many others. The dimensions are so good that you can fit in snorkeling fins, snorkel tubes as well as snorkeling masks in it and it can fit in large sized fins in general with its great build.
The Competition
It is important to have snorkel gear bags that have mesh coating to let things air dry without compromising the ventilation and the safety of smaller items and therefore we left out those snorkel gear bags that did not match or meet up with our mentioned criteria above.
Other Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the must-have for a regular snorkel gear bag?
A: According to Tropical Snorkeling , some of the things you might want to pack up in a snorkel bag include two snorkel sets, including 2 fins, 2 masks and 2 snorkel tubes. You may also want to include a de-fogging bottle spray if your snorkel goggles do not have anti-fog capabilities and you can also pack up energy bars so you never run out of energy after going into the sea. Make sure your underwater camera such as a GoPro have protective neoprene cases. You may also want to have a waterproof case or box for your valuables. Make sure you get a nice sunscreen bottle in lotion form and make sure you hydrate and keep a water bottle at least on your bag. Change of clothing as well as towels and other beach extras may also be packed.
Q: Why do you need a waterproof snorkel bag?
A: According to Tropical Snorkeling , obviously, you need it to take care of your electronic gadgets as well as important documents like IDs, wallets, passports, keys, and of course money.
Wrapping It Up
To wrap things up, the ScubaMax Strap Draw String Mesh Bag is our best snorkel gear bag designed to house in your snorkel gear such as snorkeling fins, mask and snorkel tube.
Jen Miller is a former electrical engineer and product specialist with more than 20 years of product design and testing experience. She has designed more than 200 products for Fortune 500 companies, in fields ranging from home appliances to sports gear and outdoor equipment. She founded Jen Reviews to share her knowledge and critical eye for what makes consumers tick, and adopts a strict no-BS approach to help the reader filter through the maze of products and marketing hype out there. She writes regularly and has been featured on Forbes, Fast Company, The Muse, The Huffington Post, Tiny Buddha and MindBodyGreen.