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Dolphin Watching Hurghada: Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

4.7 (10,173 reviews) · Bestseller
  • 7 hours
  • Hotel pickup included
  • Lunch & drinks included
  • Beginners welcome
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The Hurghada Dolphin House trip is a 7-hour boat tour from Hurghada to see wild dolphins and snorkel two coral reefs, with a buffet lunch and soft drinks on board. Snorkeling gear and hotel transfers are included.

Wild dolphins, two coral reefs, and a whole day where the Red Sea sets the pace.

Tour available from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay and Safaga

Overview

Hurghada's Dolphin House (Sha'ab El Erg reef) is one of the few spots on the Red Sea where pods of wild spinner dolphins gather year-round — and this 7-hour boat trip puts you right in the middle of it. Sightings happen on roughly 9 out of 10 trips, often within meters of the yacht.

The day starts with an air-conditioned pickup from your Hurghada hotel and a short transfer to the marina. Once you're onboard, the captain heads straight for the dolphin grounds. When the pod surfaces, the crew slows the boat to a respectful distance — slip in with a mask and fins, and if the dolphins are in a sociable mood, they'll glide past you in clear blue water.

Next, the yacht anchors at two of Hurghada's best snorkel reefs. Drift above gardens of brain and fan coral, with parrotfish, clownfish, and the occasional sea turtle passing through. Masks, fins, life jackets, and a safety briefing are all provided, so first-timers are completely fine.

Back onboard, a fresh buffet lunch is served on deck — grilled main, salads, seasonal fruit, plus unlimited water, soft drinks, and tea. Stretch out in the sun, settle into the shaded lounge, or rinse off before the relaxed cruise back. You'll be at your hotel by mid-afternoon.

A solid choice for families, couples, and solo travelers — high-season weekends sell out fast, so book early.

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Yacht Trip to Dolphin House

From €19.48

Join a yacht trip to Dolphin House and watch dolphins in their natural habitat. This is a group tour with approximately 25–30 people on board. Includes hotel transfers, snorkeling stops, professional guides, snorkeling equipment, lunch onboard, and soft drinks.

Starts about 09:00 · back around 16:00 Exact pickup time depends on your hotel
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Dolphin Watching & Intro Dive

From €29.76

Cruise to Dolphin House to watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat, then go under with guided introductory dive on nearby coral reefs. No experience or certification needed - a professional instructor briefs you on board and stays at your side throughout dive. Includes hotel transfers, full diving and snorkeling equipment, snorkeling stops, buffet lunch on board, and soft drinks. Minimum age for the dives is 10.

Starts about 09:00 · back around 16:00 Exact pickup time depends on your hotel
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3-Hour Private Speedboat Dolphin Tour

From €134.40

Take a private speedboat straight to Dolphin House to watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat, with a snorkeling stop at a nearby coral reef. A faster, shorter trip — around 3 hours on the water, no lunch served. Snorkeling equipment included.

Choose a start time Back around 12:00–15:00 Exact pickup time depends on your hotel
Group price Up to 10 people €26.88 each for 5 people FromWas €140 Now €134.40
How many are coming? One price for the whole group, not per person.
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Private Yacht Trip

From €508.80

Enjoy a private yacht experience to Dolphin House and watch dolphins in their natural habitat. Includes private hotel transfers, dedicated crew, snorkeling stops, snorkeling equipment, lunch onboard, and soft drinks. (Price per group, up to 10 people)

Choose a start time Back around 16:00–19:00 Exact pickup time depends on your hotel
Group price Up to 30 people €32 each for 30 people FromWas €530 Now €508.80
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Optional Add-ons

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Regional Transfers Pick-up and drop-off from Soma Bay or Safaga hotels. Price per person for a round trip.
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60-Minute Full-Body Massage 60 minutes with a professional therapist at Soul Spa Wellness Club in Hurghada. Oil, aromatherapy or deep-tissue — your choice on the day. Robe, towels and slippers provided. Price per person.
+€17 each
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Private Transfer Upgrade Upgrade to a private car for a direct, non-stop transfer, avoiding stops at other hotels. Price per person.
+€20 each
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The Egypt Souvenir Box Take home a piece of Egypt! A beautifully curated collection of authentic treasures—traditional beauty essentials like kohl, handmade soap, camel milk lotion, essential oils, and renowned Egyptian botanicals like black seeds, karkade, helba, and anise. Perfect as a keepsake or gift!
+€25 each
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Hammam & Full Spa (2+ Hours) Over two hours at Soul Spa Wellness Club in Hurghada: a warm Turkish hammam, dry sauna, herbal steam bath, jacuzzi whirlpool, and a full-body massage to finish. Robe, towels and slippers included. Hotel transfers arranged with your booking. Price per person.
+€27 each
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Photo & Video Package Capture your unforgettable moments with professional photos and videos of your trip. Perfect for creating lasting memories. Price for 1-2 persons.
+€35 each
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Extra-Zone Transfer Pick-up and drop-off from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, or El Gouna hotels. Price per person for a round trip.
+€10 per person
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Dolphin Watching in Hurghada: Meet Wild Dolphins in the Red Sea

Dolphin Watching in Hurghada: What Makes This Trip Special

The waters north of Hurghada are one of the most reliable places in the world to see wild dolphins. A short cruise from the marina brings you to the reef plateaus where resident pods of spinner and bottlenose dolphins rest, hunt and play almost every day of the year. Unlike a dolphinarium show, nothing here is staged: the boat slows down, the engines quiet, and you watch the pod surface, breathe and glide beneath the bow on their own terms. The day combines dolphin spotting with two snorkeling stops over coral gardens, a freshly cooked lunch on board and time to relax on deck — which is why this trip is consistently one of the best-reviewed excursions on the Egyptian Red Sea coast.

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Where You'll Go: Dolphin House Reef (Sha'ab El Erg)

Most dolphin sightings happen around Sha'ab El Erg, a huge horseshoe-shaped reef about an hour's sail from Hurghada that locals simply call Dolphin House. Its shallow, sheltered lagoon is a natural resting area where pods of spinner dolphins return after hunting in deeper water overnight. The same reef is a superb snorkeling site in its own right: hard coral gardens slope into turquoise water, and alongside the dolphins you may spot green turtles, eagle rays, pufferfish and clouds of anthias. Visibility regularly exceeds 20 metres, so even from the boat deck you can often follow the dolphins underwater.

An Ethical Dolphin Encounter

These are wild animals, and the trip is run that way. There is no feeding, no chasing and no touching: the captain approaches slowly, keeps a respectful distance and never boxes a pod in. If the dolphins choose to come closer — and curious individuals often do — your guide will let small groups slip quietly into the water to snorkel nearby while the animals decide how long the encounter lasts. Morning departures are deliberate: the sea is calmer, the pods are more settled after their night hunt, and sightings are at their most frequent.

Who This Tour Is For

The trip suits almost everyone. Families travel comfortably — the boat has shaded seating, toilets and a sun deck — and children are usually the first to spot a fin. Complete beginners can snorkel with a life jacket and a guide right beside them, while non-swimmers simply enjoy the dolphins and the reef colours from on board. Bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen and a hat; snorkeling equipment is provided, and lunch with soft drinks is included.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About This Tour

Prices start from €19.48 per person, including hotel pickup in Hurghada, the cruise to Dolphin House, two snorkeling stops, snorkeling equipment, lunch on board and soft drinks. Children aged 2 to 11 pay a reduced rate and infants under 2 join free. The booking box shows live prices for your date.

Yes, round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle are included from hotels in Hurghada. Pickup from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh or El Gouna is an add-on at €10 per person, and from Safaga or Soma Bay at €15 per person, both for the round trip.

No, dolphins are wild animals, so a sighting cannot be promised. Wild spinner dolphins gather at Sha'ab El Erg (Dolphin House) and are seen on roughly 9 out of 10 trips. On the yacht trips you also get two snorkeling stops and lunch on board, whatever the dolphins do.

Sometimes, on the dolphins' terms. The skipper approaches slowly and keeps a respectful distance, and when the pod is calm and sociable, strong swimmers can snorkel near the dolphins with the guide, with life jackets provided. Encounters are never forced.

Yes. Life jackets are part of the snorkeling equipment, professional snorkeling guides are on board, and non-swimmers can stay on deck or get in the water with the crew's help. The boat has shade, a toilet and a freshwater shower; children aged 2 to 11 pay a reduced rate and infants join free.

Bring swimwear, a towel (towels are not provided), sun cream, sunglasses, your camera or phone and some cash for tips or extras. Mask, fins and a life jacket are provided on board.

Booking & Payments

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Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the start of the tour.

Yes, you can change your tour date up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Change it yourself under My Account, or message our customer service team. Changes are subject to availability for your desired new date.

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard), bank transfers, and cash payments. You can book now and pay later, or make an immediate payment through our secure payment gateway. We accept EUR, USD, GBP, and EGP currencies.

Tour Details

We provide free pickup & drop off from/to any hotel in the area. After we plan the car, we send your exact hotel pickup time the day before your tour, by e-mail and in your chat. Pickup is usually 15-60 minutes before the tour starts, depending on your hotel.

This tour is guided in English, German, Arabic and Russian. You can choose your preferred guide language when you book.

Yes, most of our tours can be arranged as private experiences. Private tours offer more flexibility with timing, itinerary customization, and personal attention from your guide. Contact us for private tour pricing and availability.

Practical Information

We recommend bringing: comfortable walking shoes, towels (for sea trips), sunscreen, hat, camera, light jacket (for evening tours), and a valid ID or passport copy.

The child price applies to ages 2–11. Infants aged 0–1 are welcome. The exact price for each age group is shown when you book.

In case of severe weather conditions, we may modify the itinerary or offer an alternative date free of charge. If the tour must be cancelled due to weather, you'll receive a full refund.

Yes, you can bring a small backpack or day bag for your personal items, water bottle, camera, and any necessities you might need during the tour.

About Egyptra

Yes, Egyptra Travel is fully licensed and insured. We operate under Egyptian Tourism Authority license and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage for all our tours and activities.

Our competitive prices don't compromise the quality of our services. We bring you the best deals while maintaining top-quality service through our strong local partnerships and efficient operations.

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