Hurghada: Red Sea Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Lunch

Summary

Red Sea dolphin swim wild snorkeling stops fresh lunch & easy transfers

You’ll join a small group for a full-day Red Sea adventure from Hurghada—snorkeling vibrant reefs with local guides, swimming near wild dolphins if luck’s on your side, relaxing over a freshly prepared buffet lunch on deck, and letting someone else handle hotel pickup so you can just soak up the sea air. Expect laughter, sun-warmed skin, and maybe even new friends by sunset.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was nervous about the whole “swimming with dolphins” thing in Hurghada. I kept picturing some theme park scene, but this day trip to Dolphin House was nothing like that. The boat left from Somabay just after sunrise — the air was salty and cool, and everyone shuffled around quietly at first, sipping tea. Our guide, Mahmoud, cracked a joke about his sunburn (“Egyptian skin isn’t immune!”) and somehow that broke the ice. You could already smell the seaweed before we even dropped anchor for our first snorkeling stop.

The Red Sea is so clear it almost feels fake — like someone boosted the colors on a screen. Mahmoud handed me my mask (I always get those straps twisted), and then we slid into the water together. There were these clouds of tiny silver fish darting past my hands, and every now and then you’d hear someone gasp through their snorkel when a bigger fish zipped by. I wasn’t expecting to actually see dolphins, but suddenly there they were — three of them, moving fast but close enough to feel their wake. Not staged at all; just us floating awkwardly while they did their thing. I think I grinned underwater.

Lunch happened somewhere between swims — fresh grilled chicken and salads, nothing fancy but honestly perfect after all that saltwater. The crew kept refilling plates and pouring sweet tea, laughing at our sunburns (I guess Mahmoud started something). There was an option for water sports too; some folks tried the speed boat ride but I just wanted to lie on the sundeck for a bit and watch the horizon blur out. The sun felt heavy in a good way.

By the time we cruised back toward Somabay, everyone looked sort of dazed and happy — hair tangled up from salt and wind. It’s funny how quickly you go from strangers to swapping WhatsApp numbers after sharing something like that. I still think about those dolphins sometimes — how wild they seemed, how lucky we got that day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — VIP snorkeling and dolphin swim tour

• Hotel pickup in Hurghada
• Boat trip to Dolphin House
• Snorkel at multiple reef stops
• Swim with wild dolphins
• Relax on sundeck
• Enjoy buffet lunch on board
• Optional water sports activities
• Scenic cruise back to shore
• Transfer to hotel

Top questions

Can you really swim with wild dolphins on this tour?

Dolphin sightings are common but not guaranteed—they’re wild in their natural habitat near Dolphin House.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, all snorkeling gear is included as part of your day trip from Hurghada.

How long does the tour last?

The boat trip lasts around 8 hours including transfers and multiple stops.

Are meals included during the trip?

A freshly prepared buffet lunch plus tea/coffee and refreshments are served onboard.

Is hotel pickup included in Hurghada or Somabay?

Yes—hotel pickup and drop-off are included for both Hurghada and Somabay guests.

Are there activities besides snorkeling?

Yes—optional water sports like speed boat rides are available during the tour.

Is this suitable for beginners or kids?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels; specialized infant seats are available too.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle from Hurghada or Somabay, two guided snorkeling sessions with all equipment provided at coral reefs near Dolphin House, an experienced local guide throughout the boat trip, access to fun water sports activities like speed boat rides (with life jackets), plus a freshly prepared buffet lunch served onboard along with tea, coffee, and other refreshments before returning you safely back to your hotel in the evening.