Dolphin & Whale Watching in Hurghada: 14 That Justify the Spend

1.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht day from Hurghada, with Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish Island stops. You get two snorkeling sites, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, Ashraf, and Sabry help swimmers of different abilities, while the crew keeps the mood lively and safety in view.

“what a day we had Hussain Ibrahim chef Omar they were all fabulous thank you so much for the best day”

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2.Hurghada or Makadi: Discover the Magic of Dolphin House

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,198 reviews · from $27

Set out from Hurghada or Makadi to Dolphin House with FLY NEMO TOURS. Look for dolphins in open water, snorkel at two reef sites, try the sofa boat, and enjoy lunch, fruit, water, and soft drinks. Guides including Mohamed, Adam, and Mahmoud help with safety and snorkeling. Dolphin swimming lasts 15 to 20 minutes when conditions allow.

“Absolutely amazing trip from start to finish. The crew really look after you! 2 amazing snorkelling spots and then time to see and swim with the dolphins. Finished off with some water sport fun and jumping of the boat! Special shout out to Mohammad who helped and guided me around the spots!”

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3.Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,141 reviews · from $40

Set out from Hurghada on a small speedboat with an English-speaking captain and snorkeling guide. Search for dolphins, stop at two or three reef sites, then relax on a bright sandbank or island area with lunch, fruit, drinks, and shade. Guides such as Islam, Ahmed, Karim, and Momo are often praised for safety and friendly service. Parasailing is available as an add-on.

“Fantastic experience. Captain Karim & Ahmed couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you both for the perfect end to our trip to Egypt!! 🌟🌟🌟”

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4.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,819 reviews · from $25

Spend 6 to 7 hours on the Red Sea from Hurghada, watching for wild dolphins, snorkeling at two coral reefs, and eating lunch aboard a spacious boat. Guides such as Mido and Abdul help swimmers of all levels, with banana boat and sofa boat rides included. Dolphin sightings are never guaranteed.

“money for value is amazing 1000% worth it and amazing experience”

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5.6 Islands Tour with Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,624 reviews · 8 hours · from $51

Spend about eight hours on a small speedboat visiting Hurghada’s islands, sandbanks, beaches, and snorkeling sites. You’ll stop at Orange Bay, Magawish, Giftun National Park, and Juzur Abu Monqar, with guides such as Basil and Fatih helping in the water. Dolphins are possible, not guaranteed. Lunch and parasailing cost extra.

“The trip was amazing, Go Shalabi isso very professional, the lunch was delicious. Thank you very much”

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6.Swimming with Dolphin VIP Snorkeling Sea Trip With Lunch and Transfer – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,104 reviews · from $9Best value

Spend about eight hours on the Red Sea with hotel pickup, a boat ride to Dolphin House, two guided reef snorkeling stops, water sports, lunch, and soft drinks. Guides such as Mustafa are praised for helping first-time snorkelers. Dolphin sightings are possible, not guaranteed, and extra fees apply.

“Disorganised. We were on the top deck and were not informed of everything that was going on. It was not clear to us that the choice was for orange island or snorkelling.”

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7.Dolphin World Show with Walruses and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,075 reviews · 5 min · from $23

Spend a family-friendly morning at Dolphin World Egypt Makadi Bay, watching dolphins, sea lions, and a walrus perform for about an hour. Hotel pickup from Hurghada and Makadi Bay is included, with El Gouna transfers available as an add-on. Swimming and dolphin photos cost extra.

“The show was fantastic. Trip was organised to a professional standard. Would highly recommend.”

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8.All-Inclusive Elite VIP Dolphin House & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 654 reviews · 450 minutes - 8 hours · from $45

From Hurghada, Royal Cruise takes you by yacht to Dolphin House for wild dolphin watching, two reef stops, breakfast, lunch, drinks, and a back massage. Guides including Salam speak English, German, and Arabic. Dolphin swimming is possible but never guaranteed, and the boat may be windy in cooler months.

“It was absolutely amazing. The staff were really friendly and helpful. We got to swim with dolphins, a lot of them, and it was really amazing. The reefs were nice and a lot of fish. They have a wonderful masseur and the food was great. I can really recommend this trip. (Some of the underwater pictures are really bad quality because I took a picture of the underwater camera display)”

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9.Dolphin & Coral Reef Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 524 reviews · from $29

Spend 6 to 7 hours on the Red Sea from Hurghada, watching for wild dolphins and snorkeling at two reef sites. A guide and 2 to 4 crew members help beginners, while lunch, soft drinks, gear, and a banana or sofa boat ride are included. Guides may include Mohammed, Walid, Mustafa, or Rawy, depending on the boat.

“Best boat trip. Well worth the money. Staff all very friendly. Actually got to swim with the dolphins. Food was good. All round good experience.”

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10.3-Island Speedboat, Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 426 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours on a private speedboat from Hurghada with a captain and English-speaking guide. Search for wild dolphins, snorkel at two reef sites, and visit Orange Bay, Magawish Island, and Abu Monkar sandbank. Fresh fruit, drinks, equipment, and hotel pickup are included. Guides such as Ahmed, Kareem, Adam, and Tarek have been praised for patient, attentive help in the water.

“It was lovely experience with our amazing captain Ahmed and Mohammed :) we could see the dolphins, and dive in an amazing spot. Totally recommend:)”

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11.Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $26Top rated

Set out from Hurghada for 6 to 7 hours of dolphin watching, two guided snorkeling stops, lunch, drinks, and banana boat and sofa boat rides. The crew speaks English, German, and Arabic, with 2 to 4 guides aboard to help in the water. Dolphin sightings are possible but not guaranteed.

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12.Private Speedboat to Dolphin House with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 150 reviews · 4 hours

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Dolphin House for up to 2. Snorkel coral reefs, search for dolphins, visit Abu Minqar Island, and stop at a shipwreck. Captain Hussein or Ahmed may tailor the route, while fruit, drinks, gear, shade, and hotel pickup are included. A flight add-on is also available.

“Amazing all my girls were happy and will remember for a long time”

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13.El Gouna Lagoon, Diving with Dolphin, Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 100 reviews · from $56

Cruise El Gouna’s calm lagoons before heading to Red Sea reefs for snorkeling and a possible dolphin encounter. A PADI instructor leads the underwater session, while the boat serves a seafood buffet, drinks, and snacks. Pickup covers Hurghada and El Gouna, with extra fees for several southern resorts.

“A great trip - we also saw dolphins. Snorkeling spots could've been better. But still saw a lot of fish, etc. Diving was also great to have this opportunity offered We got a great briefing and everyone did their own round with the diving instructor. The food was awesome. The crew was great. Also an unforgettable day. Thanks”

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14.Hula Hula Island Speedboat Tour with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 100 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $42

Cruise from Hurghada by speedboat to Hula Hula and Abu Minqar Islands, searching for wild dolphins and snorkeling over Red Sea coral. Choose a shared morning or sunset trip, or a private option with banana boat and massage. Karim and the crew may lead your outing, with lunch, fruit, and soft drinks included.

“Hat Spaß gemacht, Delfine wurden gesichtet, doch hätte ich mir mehr Abstand zu den bezaubernden Geschöpfen gewünscht..., es wurde mit mehreren Nachbarbooten fast eingekesselt ! Ansonsten wirklich schön, Karim und Crew freundlich und lustich !”

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