Hurghada: Dolphin House Swim & Snorkel Day Trip with Lunch

Summary

Swim with dolphins in Hurghada’s open sea, snorkel vibrant reefs, taste fresh kofta on deck

You’ll swim in Hurghada’s open sea searching for wild dolphins alongside friendly guides, snorkel two colorful reefs teeming with marine life, and share a fresh Egyptian lunch on deck. With hotel pickup included and all gear provided, you’ll spend the day swapping stories and chasing laughter under the Red Sea sun.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was nervous about the whole “swim with dolphins” thing near Hurghada. It sounded almost too perfect — but then you’re out there, salt on your lips, sun already warming your shoulders at 9am. Our guide, Mahmoud, kept making jokes about who’d spot a dolphin first (spoiler: not me), and the boat crew handed out fins that felt weirdly rubbery against my feet. The Red Sea is this unreal blue — not the Instagram kind, just… deeper somehow. When we stopped for our first snorkeling break, I could hear the distant hum of engines from other boats and someone’s kid laughing two decks over.

I didn’t expect to get so hungry after swimming. Lunch was spread out on deck — kofta that tasted smoky and fish that flaked apart before you even poked it. There was pasta and rice too, but honestly I kept going back for more salad because it had this lemony kick. Between bites, people swapped stories about where they were from (there was a couple from Poland who’d never seen the sea before). Soft drinks kept appearing like magic whenever someone looked thirsty — small detail but it made a difference under that sun.

The dolphin house part is tricky; Mahmoud warned us right away that seeing wild dolphins isn’t guaranteed. We stopped three times to look — sometimes you just see shadows darting below or hear someone shout “there!” and everyone rushes to one side of the boat. Once, I caught a glimpse of a fin slicing through the water and my heart did this weird leap. Even without a perfect photo op, just floating there in silence with everyone scanning the waves felt oddly peaceful. I still think about that moment when the water went quiet for a second.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Dolphin house and snorkeling adventure

• Snorkel at first stop for 45 minutes
• Snorkel at second stop for 45 minutes
• Enjoy lunch with kofta, fish, and salads
• Drink soft drinks throughout the day
• Visit dolphin house with three dolphin stops

Top questions

How long is the Dolphin House day trip from Hurghada?

The tour lasts a full day including transfers, snorkeling stops, dolphin search stops, and lunch onboard.

Are dolphins guaranteed on this Hurghada swim tour?

No, dolphin sightings are not guaranteed as they live in their natural habitat and may be affected by weather or wind conditions.

Is lunch included during the Dolphin House trip?

Yes, lunch is served onboard including kofta, fish, rice, pasta, salads, fruits and soft drinks.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling equipment?

No, snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour inclusions.

Is hotel pickup included in this Hurghada dolphin tour?

Yes, transfer from your hotel to the boat and back is included in your booking.

How many snorkeling stops are there during the day trip?

The program includes two snorkeling stops of around 45 minutes each at different reef locations.

Are there options for infants or families on this tour?

Specialized infant seats are available and all fitness levels are welcome on this trip.

What kind of marine life can I expect besides dolphins?

You’ll likely see various colorful fish and coral while snorkeling at two reef sites near Hurghada.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel transfer from Hurghada hotels to the boat dock and back again; all snorkeling equipment provided onboard; two separate guided snorkeling stops; three chances to search for wild dolphins at Dolphin House; plus an Egyptian-style lunch with kofta, fish dishes, salads and fruits served on deck along with unlimited soft drinks throughout your trip.