15 Dolphin Trips in Hurghada Worth Booking

1.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish. You get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Ahmed, Ashraf, Talal, and Sabry help swimmers of different abilities. Bring warm clothes in winter, as wind can make the boat feel cold.

“I loved the snorkelling and how interactive the hosts were! Each island we visited everyone was friendly and helped with any issues”

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2.Hurghada or Makadi: Discover the Magic of Dolphin House

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,198 reviews · from $27

From Hurghada or Makadi, join FLY NEMO TOURS for a Red Sea boat day with dolphin watching, two snorkeling stops, a sofa boat ride, lunch, and drinks. Guides such as Adam, Mohamed, Sherif, and Phillip are praised for friendly help. Swimming with dolphins lasts 15 to 20 minutes when weather, boat traffic, and swimming ability allow.

“We had an amazing experience at Dolphin House! 🐬 The whole trip was well organized from start to finish. Pick-up was on time, the boat was clean and comfortable, and the crew made sure everyone felt safe and welcome. Snorkeling in the clear blue water was unforgettable – we saw dolphins up close and plenty of colorful fish. The guides were very professional, friendly, and helpful, always checking that we had everything we needed. Lunch on board was tasty and there were plenty of drinks available throughout the day. It was a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Hurghada or Makadi – a truly memorable…”

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3.Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,141 reviews · from $40

You’ll ride a fast speedboat from Hurghada with a captain and snorkeling guide, search for wild dolphins, visit two or three reef sites, and stop at a sandy island or shallow sandbank. Lunch, fruit, drinks, gear, hotel transfers, and an optional five-minute parasail flight are included.

“Fantastic experience. Captain Karim & Ahmed couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you both for the perfect end to our trip to Egypt!! 🌟🌟🌟”

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4.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,819 reviews · from $25

Join Mido and the crew from Hurghada’s Public Beach Number 9 for a 6 to 7 hour Red Sea boat trip. Look for wild dolphins, snorkel at two coral reefs, eat lunch on board, and try the banana boat and sofa boat. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but guides work hard to find them.

“I really enjoyed everything , snorkeling was a lot of fun , the guide was fun and helpful , always looking for everybody , the lunch was also good.Great experience , would recommend to everyone 😁❤️”

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5.6 Islands Tour with Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,624 reviews · 8 hours · from $51

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour Hurghada speedboat trip with three snorkeling stops, a shipwreck, Giftun National Park, Orange Bay, Magawish, Nemo Bay, and Juzur Abu Monqar. Guides such as Basil, Omar, and Fatih are known for helping nervous swimmers. Dolphins are possible, but never guaranteed. Lunch and parasailing cost extra.

“Absolutely amazing day out. We had Bazel and he made it so enjoyable and memorable. We was super impressed by his finding of the best spot to snorkel, including the ship wreck! I would recommend this trip to anyone who is thinking about doing it.”

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6.Swimming with Dolphin VIP Snorkeling Sea Trip With Lunch and Transfer – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,104 reviews · from $9

Spend about eight hours on the Red Sea with Delight Trips, cruising to Dolphin House for guided snorkeling, reef stops, lunch, refreshments, and water sports. Mustafa is praised for helping nervous beginners, while Abdallah handles guest arrangements. Dolphins are possible but never guaranteed, and some fees and distant transfers cost extra.

“Swimming with Dolphins and Snorkeling – Hurghada The Tour Operator: The tour operator provided an excellent experience. The entire staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and clear in their communication, creating a welcoming and fun atmosphere on the boat. They played music during the trip, which added to the vibe, and importantly, they were never pushy—unlike other tours, they didn’t even ask for a review. The food onboard was decent (nothing fancy, but it was nice that you could take as much as you wanted). Additionally, the pickup and drop-off process was seamless and well-organized. The Activity: Unfortunately, we had some bad luck with the weather—it was very windy with lots…”

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7.Dolphin World Show with Walruses and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,075 reviews · 5 min · from $23

Visit Dolphin World near Hurghada for a roughly hour-long outdoor show featuring dolphins, sea lions, seals, and a walrus. Hotel pickup is included from Hurghada and Makadi Bay, with El Gouna available as an add-on. You can add dolphin swimming and photos, but both cost extra. Guides such as Rahma and Mohamed help with transfers and arrangements.

“the show is great, great view from all the seats, but please be ready to be hounded by every shop keeper, honestly infuriating to the point we had to leave the waiting area and go to the carpark for a reprieve”

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8.ROYAL Dolphin House & Water Sports Snorkeling Sea Trip – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 575 reviews · from $10Top rated

Cruise from Hurghada to the Dolphin House reserve for up to eight hours of dolphin watching, guided snorkeling, coral reefs, lunch, and water activities. Hotel pickup, equipment, and refreshments are included. Dolphin sightings are possible but not guaranteed, and a €5 national park fee is paid in cash.

“We had an amazing day, we we able to swim with dolphins and see them many times. The snorkeling was very nice although a bit rushed at times and it could have been better to give more freedom to the experience swimmers. Eslam took great care of us and he was a star during the whole experience. Shukran habibi! I wholeheartedly recomment the day out.”

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9.3-Island Speedboat, Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 426 reviews · 7 hours

You’ll ride a private speedboat from Hurghada with a captain and English-speaking guide, stopping at two reef sites, Orange Bay, Magawish Island, and Abu Monkar sandbank. Dolphin sightings are possible, with an 80% stated chance. Expect fruit, drinks, snorkeling gear, shade, and a lively day on the water.

“the tour was great and the guides were both fantastic. I wish we could have had longer time snorkeling and visiting abu mongar.”

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10.PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews

From Hurghada Marina, take a private speedboat with a captain and snorkeling guide to Red Sea reefs, dolphin areas, and a shallow island stop. You may snorkel at Carless Reef or Omo Gamaar, visit the Giftun Islands, and swim near dolphins in open water. Guides such as Islam, Mohammed, and Said have helped beginners and children feel at ease.

“Captain Islam was fantastic! He made us feel safe as beginner swimmers and like we were on a real adventure! He held my hand until I was comfortable to swim across the coral reef by myself and saw the most beautiful and colorful fish! The highlight of the trip were the dolphins that greeted us in the spot he predicted! A whole family jumping, twisting and waving their fins! This is a memory I will savor for the rest of my life! I highly recommend!”

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11.Dolphin House and Banana Boat Fun from Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · from $45

Join Ramashka Tours for a full-day Red Sea cruise from Hurghada, El Gouna, or Makadi. Guide Ahmed handles hotel transfers, while the boat crew leads you to Dolphin House, coral reefs, lunch, and banana boat rides. Dolphins are wild, so sightings are possible but never guaranteed. Snorkeling gear, drinks, and lunch are included.

“We had a great experience with this tour. We were lucky to actually see dolphins (in &out of water) which I didn't believe when I booked the trip! The team was great and made the day entertaining. Everything was enjoyable about this trip. The only thing is that we felt rusheRead more”

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12.Private 4 Hours Speedboat Dolphin House Snorkling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · from $65

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada for about four hours, with hotel pickup, a professional captain, snorkeling equipment, fruit, snacks, and drinks. Choose Dolphin House, Paradise Island, or Orange Bay. Dolphin sightings are possible but not guaranteed. Check the exact route before booking, as some tour details describe a separate scuba package.

“Everything as expected. Wreck was great. Dive master was also great!!! All the crew was very kind and polite.”

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13.Swimming With Dolphin in Red Sea Adventure with Lunch – Hurgada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 240 reviews · from $5Best value

You’ll leave Hurghada around 8:00 am for an eight-hour boat trip to Dolphin House. Expect guided snorkeling, coral reefs, lunch, a banana ride, and a chance to see wild bottlenose dolphins. Swimming with them is not guaranteed and may be limited by sea conditions, park rules, or your swimming ability.

“Was een geweldige ervaring. We hebben veel dolfijnen gezien en mochten er onder begeleiding tussen zwemmen”

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14.Dolphin House By Private Speed Boat & Drinks & Transfer-Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · from $50

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Dolphin House for dolphin watching, snorkeling, drinks, and time on the Red Sea. Your captain and crew set the pace, with hotel pickup, equipment, water, and soft drinks included. The boat quality can vary, so confirm the details before booking.

“It was an amazing tour. The staffs were so friendly. The food was tasty. We saw the dolphins and had 2 times snorkeling. We also did the banana boat. It was fun! The driver picked up us a little bit late but everything was fine.”

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15.Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $26

Set out from Public Beach Number 9 in Hurghada for a 6 to 7 hour Red Sea cruise with FTS Travels. You will search for wild dolphins, snorkel at two reef sites with provided gear, enjoy a buffet lunch and soft drinks, and try the banana boat and sofa boat. Sightings are not guaranteed, and some boats may feel busy.

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