Where to see dolphins in Hurghada
Dolphin House is the name for a reef area in the Red Sea near Hurghada where wild dolphins like to rest and play. Spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins are the ones seen most often in these waters.
Because the dolphins are free, they move. Captains share news on the radio every morning, and your captain heads to wherever the pod was last seen.
What happens on a dolphin trip
After hotel pickup and a short drive to the marina, your private speedboat heads out toward the dolphin area. When a pod is near, the captain slows down and keeps a respectful distance, and you watch from the boat or slip into the water quietly with your mask on.
The day also includes two snorkeling stops on living reefs, fresh fruits and cold drinks on board, and the ride back to your hotel.
How to swim near wild dolphins
Calm guests get the best encounters. Dolphins come closer to swimmers who float quietly than to swimmers who chase.
- Enter the water slowly, without jumping or splashing
- Never touch, chase, or try to feed the dolphins
- Stay together with your group and follow the crew
- Wear a life jacket if you are not a strong swimmer
- Let the dolphins choose how close they come
Best time for a dolphin trip
Mornings tend to be calmer, which helps both spotting and snorkeling. That is why the 09:00 AM departure is the favorite for this trip.
Dolphins live here all year, so any season works. In winter the water is cooler, so a short wetsuit or a towel and a warm layer for the ride back is a good idea.
Dolphins plus an island in one day
Many guests want the dolphins and a white sand beach. With Build Your Trip you can add Orange Bay, Hula Hula Island, or Magawish Island to the dolphin spot, and the White Island sandbank joins for free. Each extra main stop adds €60 to the boat price. For example, Orange Bay plus the dolphins is €220 for the boat, plus the island entrance for each guest.
Price and booking
The Dolphin House trip is €160 for the whole private boat, up to 8 adults, with no island entrance fee. Pickup is free from hotels in Hurghada.
Choose your date and departure, send the request, and we confirm on WhatsApp. If the sea is not safe, we move you to another time or day.
Best for
- Nature lovers and families with curious kids
- Couples looking for a special Red Sea moment
- Snorkelers who want reefs and dolphins in one trip
Not the right fit for
- Anyone who needs a guaranteed sighting, since the dolphins are wild
- Guests who want a closed dolphin show or a pool encounter
