Dolphin House Snorkeling Tour from Hurghada
Swim alongside wild dolphins and explore vibrant coral reefs in Egypt's most captivating marine sanctuary.
The Dolphin House Hurghada snorkeling tour takes you into one of the Red Sea's most celebrated marine sites, where wild dolphins roam freely and coral gardens stretch beneath crystal-clear waters. This full-day adventure combines wildlife encounters with guided reef snorkeling, a buffet lunch on board, and seamless hotel pickup and drop-off.
Dolphin House, officially known as Sha'ab El Erg, is a horseshoe-shaped reef roughly 35 kilometers north of Hurghada. The site is recognized for its resident spinner dolphin pods, which gather here consistently and interact with swimmers on their own terms, entirely unconstrained.
The tour is rated easy and suits first-time snorkelers as well as seasoned swimmers. All necessary snorkeling equipment is supplied, and the crew guides guests through safe entry points and reef etiquette throughout the day.
Tour Highlights
Snorkel above thriving coral reefs filled with reef fish, rays, and diverse marine species native to the northern Red Sea.
Observe wild spinner dolphins in their natural habitat at Sha'ab El Erg, a site recognized for consistent dolphin activity.
Receive complete snorkeling gear on board, including mask, fins, and snorkel, all inspected and ready before departure.
Enjoy a buffet lunch served on the boat with a selection of hot dishes and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages throughout the trip.
Benefit from convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada, making the logistics of your day completely straightforward.
Travel on a purpose-built sightseeing vessel equipped with safety equipment and supervised by an experienced marine crew.
Itinerary
Your guide or driver collects you from your Hurghada hotel in the morning. Transfer to the marina takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on your location.
Once at the marina, you board the sightseeing boat and receive your snorkeling equipment. The crew delivers a safety and reef conduct briefing before departure.
The boat heads north along the coastline toward Sha'ab El Erg. The crossing takes roughly 45 minutes and offers views of the open Red Sea.
At Dolphin House, guests enter the water at designated points near the reef. Wild dolphin pods frequent the area, and sightings are common though never guaranteed.
The crew guides snorkelers to the most colorful reef sections of the site. Schools of reef fish, coral formations, and occasional sea turtles make this portion of the tour memorable.
A buffet lunch is served on board before the return cruise to Hurghada marina. Drop-off at your hotel follows shortly after docking.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada
- Sightseeing boat trip to Dolphin House
- Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel)
- Guided snorkeling at coral reef sites
- Buffet lunch on board
- Non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day
- English-speaking guide or crew
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities for crew and guide
- Underwater camera or personal waterproof gear
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
Important Information
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