Snorkeling Dolphin House Red Sea from Hurghada — Swim with Wild Dolphins & Water Sports
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and comfort in open water are required; otherwise suitable for most fitness levels.
Overview
Board a full-day boat from Hurghada to Dolphin House for guided snorkeling, a buffet lunch, and optional speedboat water sports. Swim in clear Red Sea shallows where wild dolphins often appear—this tour pairs adventure with reef-conscious guidance.
Snorkeling Dolphin House Red Sea from Hurghada — Swim with Wild Dolphins & Water Sports
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The morning starts with the city still slow and light catching the low buildings along Hurghada’s corniche. You step onto a boat that hums to life and slides away from the harbor; the Red Sea opens ahead with a flat, glassy calm that seems to dare you to dive in. Within an hour the shoreline thins, coral heads rise like islands under blue water, and—if luck favours—the first dark arcs of wild dolphins cut through the surface, curious and effortless.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply coral-safe sunscreen before boarding and reapply sparingly; chemical sunscreens damage coral and visibility.
Bring a lightweight dry bag
Keep valuables and electronics safe and accessible while you’re moving between deck and water.
Choose morning departures
Calmer seas and better visibility early in the day increase your chances for clear snorkeling and dolphin encounters.
Listen to the crew’s briefing
Boat crew provide safety, entry, and reef-etchiquette instructions—follow them to protect yourself and the reef.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Spinner and bottlenose dolphins
- Parrotfish and colorful reef fish (e.g., butterflyfish, clownfish)
History
The Red Sea’s coastal waters have supported millennia of trade and fishing; modern reef tourism grew as scuba and snorkeling popularized the area in the 20th century.
Conservation
Operators in Hurghada increasingly emphasize reef-safe practices—use reef-friendly sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and support operators who follow no-feed/no-chase dolphin guidelines.
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Adventure Hotspots in Hurghada
Recommended Gear
Mask, snorkel & fins
A well-fitting mask and fins make snorkeling more comfortable and efficient at reef sites.
Reef-safe sunscreen or UV rashguard
Protects your skin and the coral—rashguards also cut sun exposure on long boat days.
summer specific
Waterproof camera or phone housing
Capture underwater life and potential dolphin encounters without risking your device.
Light dry bag & quick-dry towel
Keeps valuables dry and helps you dry off quickly between snorkeling stops.