Where to Snorkel at Dolphin House, Hurghada: the 13 Best Trips

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

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

Spend a full day searching for dolphins in the Red Sea, swimming when conditions allow, snorkeling at two reef sites, enjoying a sofa-boat ride, and eating lunch aboard. Guides such as Mohamed, Adam, and Sherif help with safety and activities. Hotel pickup, gear, drinks, and transport are included.

“Absolutely amazing trip from start to finish. The crew really look after you! 2 amazing snorkelling spots and then time to see and swim with the dolphins. Finished off with some water sport fun and jumping of the boat! Special shout out to Mohammad who helped and guided me around the spots!”

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2.Hurghada: All-Inclusive Elite VIP Dolphin House & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 654 reviews · 450 minutes - 8 hours · from $45

Join Royal Cruise Hurghada for an eight-hour VIP yacht trip led by guides such as Salam. Cruise to Dolphin House, watch for wild dolphins, snorkel at two reef sites, eat breakfast and lunch, then enjoy a back massage on the return.

“I loved the snorkeling, looking at the coral reefs and all the fish, amazing experience,”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 575 reviews · from $10Best value

From Hurghada, you’ll cruise to Dolphin House with a local crew, use included snorkeling gear, look for dolphins, and stop at coral reefs and warm lagoons. The day includes hotel transfers, lunch, fruit, coffee, tea, soda, and water activities, though dolphin sightings and some activities depend on sea and government conditions.

“We couldn't fault the service and help that we received during the day. I never go the name of the gentleman that took me snorkeling but I couldn't thank him enough for all the help and support her gave me during the day, he has completely changed my view of the water anRead more”

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4.Dolphin House and Banana Boat Fun from Hurghada

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

Cruise from Hurghada, El Gouna, or Makadi to Dolphin House with hotel pickup, three snorkeling stops, buffet lunch, and a banana boat ride. Ahmed is praised for punctual transfers and helpful care, while the boat crew handles dolphin searches and water activities. Sightings are never guaranteed.

“The snorkelling experience is really amazing, close encounter with dolphins, exotic fish and corals. The tour guides were friendly. Logistically they are not efficient and the tour takes around 10 hours in total. Overall a good experience.”

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5.Dolphin House Royal Sea Trip Water Sports W/Transfer – HURGHADA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · from $16

Set out from Hurghada at 8 am for an eight-hour Red Sea cruise to Dolphin House. You’ll have guided reef snorkeling, dolphin-spotting opportunities, banana and quadra rides, lunch, drinks, equipment, and hotel pickup. Dolphin encounters are possible, not guaranteed.

“We had a great time, the trip was very well organized, and even my 7 yr old enjoyed the snorkelling. There was only one dolphin playing out but the guides made sure we all got the chance to swim with it, taking us in the little boat to give us thRead more”

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6.Hurghada: Private 4 Hours Speedboat Dolphin House Snorkling Tour

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

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Dolphin House, with hotel pickup, a captain, snorkeling gear, fruit, snacks, soft drinks, and bottled water. The trip is described as about four hours, though the inclusions also mention a three-hour boat ride. Paradise Island and Orange Bay may be alternative routes.

“It's really very nice, relaxed people and went to the most beautiful places. Everything was arranged very well.”

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

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

Leave Hurghada at 8 am for a private speedboat ride to Dolphin House. You can look for dolphins, snorkel with equipment provided, fish from the boat, and enjoy water and soft drinks. Guide Snoopy has earned praise for his friendly service, though boat condition can vary.

“An absolutely amazing experience and the guide was amazing too. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.”

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8.Hurghada: Private Speedboat to Dolphin House with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 150 reviews · 4 hours

You’ll ride a private speedboat from your Hurghada hotel to Dolphin House, with snorkeling among dolphins, coral, fish, and manta rays. Captain Ahmed and Hussein have been praised for flexible routing, while the crew provides gear, drinks, fruit, and shaded seating. An optional 10-minute flight adds an aerial view.

“Crew on board was so perfectly and the Trip was amazing 😉👍”

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9.Sataya Dolphin House Snorkel Trip – Marsa Alam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $92

Set out early from Marsa Alam for Sataya Reef, a two-hour boat ride south to a protected dolphin area. With a snorkeling guide, equipment, two water stops, lunch, and hotel pickup, you can look for spinner dolphins and explore colorful coral. Park fees and optional photos cost extra.

“Sataya Overnight, not my first time. First day no dolphins, everyone was sad. Second day: 80 dolphins, they were quiet and allowed us snorklers to dive within their group, as long as we made no big movements. 40 dolphins on your right, 30 on your left, just inches away, loRead more”

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10.Swim With Dolphins at Dolphin House With Lunch – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $15

Set out from Hurghada at 8:00 am for a seven-hour boat trip to Dolphin House. You get two guided snorkeling stops, equipment, lunch, soft drinks, and possible banana boat or Quadra boat rides. Dolphins are wild, so sightings and close swims are never guaranteed.

“We went on this trip today and they went above and beyond. Great day out for all of the family both young and old. They cater to all needs. Would definitely recommend”

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11.Dolphin House Samadai Reef Boat Snorkeling Trip from Marsa Alam

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · from $74

Spend about nine hours traveling from your Marsa Alam hotel to Samadai Reef, known as Dolphin House. You get two guided snorkeling sessions, a visit to Crystal Temple Reef, lunch, drinks, equipment, and boat transport. Dolphin sightings are possible but never guaranteed.

“Wonderful experience with dolphins in Marsa Alam in a very friendly atmosphere. and the food is wow.”

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12.Sea Trip to Dolphin House & Snorkeling With Lunch – Marsa Alam

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $54

Travel from central Marsa Alam to Dolphin House at Sataya Reef, where wild spinner dolphins may appear in the lagoon. You get two snorkeling stops, equipment, a guide, lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers. The sea crossing is long, so plan for a full, tiring day.

“You can't dislike an snorkeling experience that drops you in the midst of a large (approximately 60) pod of dolphins. The experience is exhilarating. And you also have the experience of snorkeling at a dramatically beautiful reef. I would probablRead more”

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13.Dolphin House Reef Snorkeling Sea Trip With Transfer – Marsa Alam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $52

Leave your Marsa Alam hotel at 7 a.m. for Sataya Reef, known as Dolphin House. Cruise from Hamata Marina, snorkel with spinner dolphins, visit coral gardens and tunnels, and enjoy fresh lunch aboard the three-level Nona boat. Transfers, equipment, drinks, and a guide are included.

“Everything great, from boat, staff, food and respect for the environment and habitat of the dolphinsAuto-translated”

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