Snorkeling in Hurghada: Swim With Dolphins & Coral Reefs

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Duration7h

GroupUp to 100

LanguagesEN · DE +1

PickupAt your hotel

Dolphins in open water, reefs below, lunch on deck

A 7-hour snorkeling and dolphin-watching activity from Hurghada combines two coral reef sites with a chance to swim alongside dolphins in their natural habitat. The boat carries 2 to 4 professional guides, snorkeling equipment, and a full buffet lunch; round-trip transport from Hurghada is included, along with shower and toilet facilities on board. Guides speak English, German, or Arabic.

The Experience

Seven hours on the Red Sea means two separate snorkeling stops at colorful coral reefs, plus the time spent watching for dolphins in open water. The boat leaves Hurghada with a certified guide who explains dolphin behavior and points out what you're seeing underwater. You get fins, mask, and life jacket; the crew handles safety and assists anyone who needs it. Between snorkeling and dolphin-spotting, there's time for a banana boat or tablet ride if you want the extra rush.

Lunch arrives fresh on board—a buffet of salad, local fruit, and hot dishes—so you eat on deck with the water in front of you. Shaded areas keep you out of the sun between swims, and the boat has a shower and toilet. Refreshments and water stay available all day. The guides are trained to spot dolphins and know the reef sites well enough to show you what lives there: the fish, the coral structure, the things that make each stop different.

The boat carries enough people to feel social but not crowded, with professional crew managing the logistics so you focus on the water. Snorkeling gear is provided and fitted to your size; if you've never done it or haven't in years, the guides walk you through entry and what to expect. The dolphin encounter is not guaranteed—they're wild animals—but the reef snorkeling happens regardless, so you always get the underwater part of the day.

What’s included

Round-trip boat transport from Hurghada.
snorkeling equipment including fins, mask, and life jacket.
two coral reef snorkeling stops.
dolphin-watching in their natural habitat.
banana boat and tablet rides.
buffet lunch with salad, hot dishes, and local fruit.
refreshments and water throughout the day.
shower and toilet on board.
professional guides in English, German, or Arabic.
expert crew for safety and assistance.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by FTS Travels

Is this one for you?Book this if you want dolphins and reef snorkeling in one full day on the water; choose a shorter half-day reef trip if you'd rather minimize time at sea.