Yes. One of the benefits to using tampons is that you can participate in all water and physical activities, whether or not you have your period! Occasionally, the tampon may absorb some water. Don’t worry, this will only cause the tampon to become a little wet (with water) and it will have to be changed shortly after swimming.
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