Hurghada: Magawish Island & Dolphin Boat Trip with Snorkeling

Dolphins & Coral Reefs: A Half-Day Boat Trip from Hurghada Marina

You board a boat at Hurghada Marina and travel to Magawish Island for snorkeling among coral reefs and frequent dolphin sightings. Snorkeling gear is provided, and you spend several hours exploring the underwater marine life with a professional guide. Lunch and refreshments are served on board during the return journey. The tour keeps groups small and operates at a relaxed pace, so you're not crowded or hurried through the experience.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat trip to Magawish Island and snorkeling

• Meet at departure point in Hurghada
• Board boat to Magawish Island
• Receive briefing and safety instructions
• Snorkel at Magawish Island coral reefs
• Visit Dolphin House for dolphin sightings
• Snorkel near colorful coral reefs
• Return boat trip to Hurghada
• Enjoy afternoon tea and refreshments

The experience

So you're standing at Hurghada Marina in the early morning, and the boat's already loaded with snorkeling gear, coolers, and a handful of other travelers who clearly had the same idea. The guide runs through safety quickly, nothing you haven't heard before, and then you're moving out into the Red Sea, the water shifting from murky harbor green to this almost unreal turquoise. The ride to Magawish Island takes maybe thirty minutes, and you spend it watching the coastline shrink and spotting the occasional fishing boat. It's the kind of morning where you're not quite awake but also can't look away.

Once you hit Magawish Island, the snorkeling starts almost immediately. The reef here is dense: brain coral, staghorn, little fish darting between the branches in colors that don't look real until you're underwater and seeing them yourself. The guide points out the good spots and stays close enough that you don't feel abandoned, but far enough that you're not being herded. Dolphin House is the name they give this area because dolphins do show up here, though nobody promises you'll see them every trip. When they do, it's usually a quick pass, not a performance. The snorkeling equipment is provided (mask, fins, snorkel), so you're not renting or bringing your own. Most people spend two to three hours in and out of the water, with breaks in between.

Lunch happens on the boat on the way back, and it's simple (grilled fish, rice, some salad, bread) nothing fancy but enough to cut the salt taste and the hunger that comes from being in the water all morning. Afternoon tea and refreshments get served after that, and by the time you're back at the marina, you've been out maybe six to seven hours total. Small groups mean you're not packed in with fifty other people, and the experienced guides know the reef well enough that you're not wasting time looking for anything worth seeing. The whole thing moves at a pace that doesn't feel rushed, which matters when you're trying to actually enjoy being underwater instead of just checking a box.

What’s included

• Round-trip boat transportation from Hurghada Marina to Magawish Island.
• snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel) for all participants.
• professional snorkeling guide.
• lunch served on board with grilled fish, rice, salad and bread.
• afternoon tea and refreshments on the return journey.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in 4 languages08:00 and 08:30

Guide in 4 languages08:00 and 08:30

Guide in 4 languages08:00 and 08:30

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 08:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, German, Arabic and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Magawish Island

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel the Red Sea without arranging your own transport, gear, or figuring out which reef to visit. The boat handles all three, and the guide knows where the coral and dolphins actually are.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, German, Arabic and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 4 years).

What time does the boat leave Hurghada Marina?

The tour departs from Hurghada Marina in the early morning. Exact departure times vary by booking date. Confirm with your operator when you book.

How long is the boat ride to Magawish Island?

The journey from Hurghada Marina to Magawish Island takes approximately 30 minutes.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Mask, fins, and snorkel are provided for all participants. You don't need to bring your own or rent separately.

Will I definitely see dolphins?

Magawish Island is known as Dolphin House because dolphins frequent the area, but sightings are not guaranteed on every trip. When they do appear, it's usually a brief encounter.

How many hours is the full tour?

The tour typically lasts 6 to 7 hours from departure to return to Hurghada Marina, including boat travel, snorkeling time, and lunch on board.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch on board includes grilled fish, rice, salad, and bread. Afternoon tea and refreshments are also served during the return journey.

How many people are in a typical group?

Groups are kept small to ensure a comfortable experience and personalized attention from the guide.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. A professional snorkeling guide accompanies the group and stays nearby throughout.