Hurghada: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch
Sail to Hurghada's Dolphin House on a 7-hour Red Sea cruise — swim near wild dolphins, snorkel two vibrant coral reefs, and unwind with a buffet lunch and unlimited drinks onboard. Hotel transfers included.
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.
Highlights
- Spot wild spinner dolphins at Sha'ab El Erg reef — visible on around 9 of 10 trips
- Snorkel two top Hurghada coral reefs alongside parrotfish, clownfish, and brain coral
- Buffet lunch onboard with grilled mains, salads, fresh fruit, and unlimited drinks
- Relax on a spacious deck — sun areas, shaded lounge, and a freshwater rinse-off shower
Included
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Hurghada
- Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional snorkeling guides
- Safety instructions
- Full snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, life jacket)
- Yacht cruise to Dolphin House and coral reefs
- Dolphin watching
- Snorkeling stops
- Buffet lunch on board
- Snacks and seasonal fruits
- Soft drinks, hot drinks, and mineral water
- Onboard facilities (shower, toilet, shaded area)
- All taxes and service charges
Not included
- Hotel transfers from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, or El Gouna (available as a paid add-on)
- Transfers from Safaga or Soma Bay (available as a paid add-on)
- Towels (please bring your own)
Good to know
- Child price: ages 2-11 · Infants under 2
- Swimwear and a towel
- Sun cream and sunglasses
- Your camera or phone
- Some cash for tips or extras
- Wild spinner dolphins turn up on roughly 90–95% of trips, so the odds of a sighting are firmly in your favour
- The skipper eases in slowly and holds a respectful distance, keeping the pod calm and curious
- Strong swimmers can enter the water and snorkel beside the dolphins with our guide — life jackets are provided and ready on board
- Not a swimmer? No problem — our crew keeps you comfortable and secure in the water