15 Full-Day Dolphin Trips Worldwide Worth Flying For

1.Full-day Dolphin House And Swim With Dolphin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · from $13Our pick

Spend about seven hours on the Red Sea with Funny Picnic, including hotel pickup, two 45-minute snorkeling stops, lunch, soft drinks, and three searches for wild dolphins at Dolphin House. Guides including Mahmoud Kelany and Zayn have been praised, but sightings and swimming are never guaranteed.

“Lovely day, great food and friendly staff. We had a very memorable day and did see dolphins. Was easy to plan.”

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2.Dolphin Encounters, Ile aux Benitier & Crystal rock: Full-Day (Lunch & Transfer)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 148 reviews · from $111

Start with hotel pickup, then head from Flic en Flac or Tamarin by speedboat to look for dolphins in open water. Continue to Crystal Rock for snorkeling and Le Morne views, then spend several hours at Ile aux Benitiers with a three-course barbecue, unlimited local drinks, and beach time. Groups are limited to 15 people.

“From start to finish this was a fantastic excursion and worth every penny! From the transfer to the lunch on the island with some of the best fish we have ever tried. The transfer was on time for pick up and on return back to the hotel, the two guides on the boat were entertaining and full of information. Would highly recommend the visit to Ile Aux Benetier and the speed boat trip however the dolphin experience is not recommended - rather view the dolphins from a respectable distance.”

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3.Whale Watching Tour + Vila Franca Islet: Full-day with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · from $103

Spend about seven hours from Ponta Delgada searching for whales and dolphins with marine guides, then visit Vila Franca Islet for swimming and snorkeling. Lunch and equipment are included. Boats vary from rigid inflatables to fiberglass vessels, so ask ahead about the day’s boat and restroom.

“Upon arrival, we noticed that the 'big' boat (from the pictures) was not available. Only Zodiac boats, but the company had a big Zodiac that seats more than 24 persons. It was an amazing tour, we saw two pairs of Sperm whale, two big groups of dolphins (two different species) and as the crown on the cake a big Sei whale. After this great adventure we went for a nice lunch in town. The snorkeling afternoon was also fantastic, what a beautiful underwater world. Almost all Caribbean colored fish but less in species. The way back was an adventure, due to the weather change, large waves made it an quit…”

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4.Full Day Dolphin Watching with Snorkeling in Wasini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $113

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Kenya’s south coast with local guides Omar and Hussein. From Diani, you’ll take a boat to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park for snorkeling and dolphin watching, visit Mkwiro Village, eat a Swahili lunch, and tour the Shimoni Slave Caves. Pickup, park fees, equipment, and lunch are included.

“Fin båttur där vi såg delfiner. Snorkling i ca en timme med en supertrevlig kille som lät mig stanna lite extra och ta en annan båt tillbaka till fastlandet. Eftersom min skor stod kvar på första båten lät han mig tom gå i hans skor till slavgrottorRead more”

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5.Full-Day Snorkeling with Dolphins in Hurghada with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · from $15

Spend about eight hours on the Red Sea, riding from Hurghada to dolphin-search areas and two snorkeling sites. Your crew provides masks, fins, lunch, soft drinks, and shared hotel transfers. Dolphin sightings are possible, not guaranteed, and conditions can be windy. Confirm pickup, child rules, and transfer fees before you go.

“My daughter and I went on this tour and it was a good experience - even though we did not get to swim with dolphins. The day we went, the weather was not great. It was windy and the sea was rough at times. We managed to snorkel, which was fun, but we did not get to swim or interact with dolphins. We only saw one. But that was it. Good points: The staff were great. I got really scared in the rough waters, but the instructor assisted and helped calm my nerves. There was a photographer taking pictures onboard the ship and video underwater that you could buy. They…”

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6.ViP Full Day Swimming With Dolphin Sea Trip With Lunch – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $15

Sail from Hurghada to Dolphin House for a full day on the Red Sea. You’ll have several snorkeling stops, a chance to see dolphins, coral reefs, lunch, drinks, equipment, and hotel pickup. Dolphin sightings are never guaranteed, and rough seas can affect swimming and timing.

“This was a wonderful excursion. The crew on board were absolutely amazing. Great snorkeling good food and even saw the dolphins”

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7.Khasab Full Day Dhow Cruise With Enjoying Snorkeling, Lunch & Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $44

Join a six-hour dhow cruise from Khasab at 10:00 am for dolphin watching, fjord views, village sightings, snorkeling, swimming, and a buffet lunch. Arabian Musandam Tours supplies towels, life vests, drinks, fruit, Arabic coffee, and snorkeling gear. The boat holds up to 25 people and returns to the meeting point.

“Peaceful boat ride, wonderful guides, gorgeous views, fabulous food, and lots of dolphins. I would highly recommend this trip.”

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8.Among Whales Dolphins and Volcanoes Full Day Tour With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $192

Start with a three-hour whale and dolphin trip from Ponta Delgada, guided by marine biologists, then explore São Miguel by van with a local guide. Expect Lagoa do Fogo, Salto do Cabrito, Santa Bárbara Beach, lunch, and possible geothermal stops. Guides including Hugo, Nuno, and Mario are praised for their island knowledge.

“We had an excellent time on our tour! In the morning we had a whale watching tour with marine biologists on board to explain what animals we could see. Of course the actual sighting of whales is difficult (did not get to see any on my tour) but you can see many dolphins and it’s just a fun experience overall. After the whale watching portion, our tour guide Hugo took us to a fantastic lunch in Lagoa before taking us to Lagoa do Fogo. What was most impressive about our tour was the wealth of information that Hugo was able to share with us about Azores and the sights we…”

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9.Private Boat to Dolphin House Full day Snorkeling Sea Trip Max 10 Pax – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $100

Set out from Hurghada Marina at about 7:30 am for an eight-hour private boat trip to Dolphin House and Fanadir Reef. Your group of up to 10 gets snorkeling gear, guides, lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers. Guides such as Amr, Abdo, and Mak are praised for friendly, careful service, but dolphin sightings remain a matter of nature, not a promise.

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10.Full Day Dolphins Watching Ile aux Benitiers & Crystal Rock

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 22 reviews · 6 hours · from $159

You’ll leave La Preneuse Beach around 8:00am for Tamarin Bay, then head by speedboat to Crystal Rock and Ile aux Bénitiers. Expect dolphin spotting, snorkeling, a barbecue lunch, drinks, and sea views of Le Morne. English and French support is available, but group sizes may be larger than expected.

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11.Full-Day Dolphin Watching Cruise in Mauritius

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · from $132

Start with hotel pickup, then cruise from Black River to Tamarin Bay to watch and swim near spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Snorkel at Crystal Rock, eat a barbecue lunch with drinks on Bénitiers Island, and enjoy views of Le Morne Brabant. Groups are limited to 14.

“Fantastic trip from start to finish, very organised and we had so much fun! Crazy to see and swim with all those dolphins! We were really lucky! We will do it again when we’re back in February next year! Thank you all so much!”

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12.Full-Day Experience with Dolphins and Snorkeling in Red Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $32

From Bella Vista Resort, you board a boat for an eight-hour Red Sea trip to Dolphin House, with the chance to swim near dolphins in their natural habitat. The day includes two snorkeling stops, lunch, drinks, equipment, and sofa and banana boat rides. Transport is available from Hurghada and nearby resort areas for an extra fee.

“El transporte tardo yn poco y llegamos tarde y con ansiedad, el barco no era muy byeno pero toda la crew eran formidables, muy alegres y divertidos, el sborkel fue muy bonito en la primera parada, coral precioso t mucha vida. El segRead more”

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13.Full Day Snorkeling in Hurghada Dolphin House

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $45

Join Marsa Waves Activities for an approximately eight-hour boat trip from Hurghada to Dolphin House. You’ll look for dolphins in their natural setting, snorkel at coral reefs, eat an open-buffet lunch, and try banana and sofa boats. Hotel pickup, equipment, and hot and cold drinks are included. A national park fee may cost extra.

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14.Mauritius: Swim with Dolphins Full-Day with Lunch/Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 14 reviews · 8 hours · from $96

You’ll meet at La Preneuse at 7:45 for breakfast, then ride a licensed speedboat along Mauritius’ west coast. The day includes dolphin watching and swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ lunch with drinks on Ile aux Benitiers, and a stop at Crystal Rock. English and French guides lead the outing, with optional private hotel transport.

“super activité, la nage avec les dauphines c'était super beau. l'île de bénitier c'est vraiment à faire on a passé un très bon moment. je recommande”

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15.Private Full-Day: Dolphin & Monkey Jungle Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $130

Start early from your beach hotel for a private day with dolphin watching near Mnemba Island, Jozani Forest’s red colobus monkeys, mangroves, Mahogany Forest, and Kuza Cave. Bakari has handled transport and timing well for past guests. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, and lunch is not included.

“Great driver. Guide at Jozani extre.ely knowledgeable. Great monkey experience! The Rock was amazing. Excellent trip - thoroughly enjoyed myself and highly recommend it.”

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