Full Description
Dolphin Swimming Hurghada combines a private Red Sea boat trip with the chance to see wild dolphins in their natural environment. If the weather, sea conditions and the behaviour of the dolphins allow, supervised swimming in the water may also be possible.
After pickup from your hotel, you travel to the marina and board your exclusive private boat. The crew heads towards well-known dolphin areas and also includes two snorkelling stops at coral reefs during the day.
Lunch, water, soft drinks, snorkelling equipment and hotel transfers are included in the standard programme. Because dolphins are wild animals, neither a sighting nor swimming with them can be guaranteed.
Participants | Boat | Price per person | Children 6–11 |
|---|---|---|---|
1–2 people | Exclusive private boat | €130 | €65 |
3–5 people | Exclusive private boat | €95 | €47.50 |
6–8 people | Exclusive private boat | €75 | €37.50 |
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
Dolphin Swimming Hurghada at a Glance
On this tour, you do not travel with a large public boat group.
The boat is reserved only for your own booking. You spend the day with your partner, family or friends and the crew.
The standard programme includes:
Exclusive private boat
Hotel pickup and return transfer
Trip to known dolphin areas
One planned dolphin stop
Opportunity to observe wild dolphins
Possible supervised swimming if conditions allow
Two additional snorkelling stops
Mask, fins and life jacket
Qualified snorkelling guide
Lunch on board
Water and soft drinks
Taxes and fees included in the standard programme
If you want to compare different snorkelling and boat trips in Hurghada, you can find more options here:
Itinerary for Your Private Dolphin Tour in Hurghada
The exact daily schedule can change because of wind, waves, dolphin activity or other conditions on the Red Sea.
At sea, the crew always makes decisions based on safety.
1. Pickup from Your Hotel
The day begins with pickup from your accommodation.
The current tour programme starts in the morning.
You are transferred to the marina in an air-conditioned vehicle.
According to the current offer, the tour can be arranged for guests staying in several Red Sea resorts:
Hurghada
El Gouna
Sahl Hasheesh
Makadi Bay
Soma Bay
Safaga
El Quseir
Marsa Alam
Your exact pickup time depends on your hotel location.
Transfers from more distant resorts may take longer.
Always provide your exact hotel name and holiday resort when booking.
2. Board Your Private Boat
At the marina, you board your private boat.
The crew explains the planned programme and shows you the main areas on board.
Because the boat is reserved for your own group, no other guests are added.
After departure, the journey across the Red Sea begins.
You can relax on deck and get ready for the first part of the programme.
Journey to the Dolphin Areas
The crew travels to areas where wild dolphins are regularly seen.
Depending on the day’s plan, this may include the well-known Dolphin House area.
However, dolphins move freely.
The crew cannot know whether the animals will be at a particular location when you arrive.
For that reason, a dolphin tour is not a dolphin guarantee.
The aim is to visit known areas responsibly and observe the animals if they are present.
Watching Dolphins in Their Natural Environment
If dolphins are spotted, observation comes first.
The animals live freely in the sea and decide for themselves whether they approach a boat or swimmers.
This is what makes the experience different from seeing dolphins in captivity.
There is no fixed encounter and no forced contact.
The crew follows the behaviour of the dolphins and the conditions in the water.
Every tour can therefore be different.
Swimming with Dolphins – Only When Conditions Allow
If the dolphins are calm, the sea conditions are suitable and the crew approves the activity, supervised swimming may be possible.
Before entering the water, you receive a safety briefing.
You do not simply enter the sea alone and chase after the dolphins.
The current tour programme includes support from experienced guides.
Respecting distance and calm behaviour is important.
If the dolphins move away or do not appear interested in approaching, they should not be chased.
A sighting or shared swim cannot be guaranteed.
Why Dolphin Sightings Cannot Be Guaranteed
Wild dolphins do not follow a tour timetable.
They move through wider sea areas in search of food, rest and social interaction.
Weather, waves, time of day and other boats can also affect where a pod may be.
For this reason, guaranteeing a dolphin sighting would not be realistic.
You are booking a trip to known dolphin areas and the chance of a natural encounter.
The result remains dependent on nature.
First Snorkelling Stop at a Coral Reef
In addition to the dolphin stop, two snorkelling stops are included.
The crew chooses suitable reefs according to the conditions on the day.
At the first snorkelling stop, you have time to explore the reef and its underwater environment.
A mask, fins and life jacket are available.
If you have never snorkelled before, tell the crew before entering the water.
They can explain how to use the mask and snorkel.
Snorkelling for Beginners
You do not need to be an experienced snorkeller to join the tour.
However, you should assess your own ability honestly in open water.
Wind, waves and light currents can make swimming different from being in a pool.
A life jacket provides extra support.
If you feel unsure in the water, stay close to the crew and the boat.
You can also skip a snorkelling stop and remain on board.
Second Snorkelling Stop
A second snorkelling stop is also part of the tour.
This gives you the chance to see two different areas of the Red Sea.
The exact snorkelling sites are not guaranteed in advance.
The crew chooses them according to:
Weather
Wind
Waves
Visibility
Safety
Current sea conditions
If a particular location is not suitable, another site is chosen.
What You May See While Snorkelling
The reefs around Hurghada are home to many reef fish and other marine species.
The exact species you see on your tour cannot be predicted.
Turtles or other larger marine animals may appear, but they should never be presented as a guaranteed part of the trip.
The tour gives you the opportunity to visit natural reefs and observe the underwater environment for yourself.
Lunch on Board
A buffet lunch is served during the day.
The current standard programme includes a selection of hot dishes, salads and side dishes.
Water and soft drinks are also available throughout the boat trip.
If you are vegetarian or have other dietary requirements, it is best to mention them when booking.
Additional personal orders are not automatically included in the tour price.
Relaxing on Your Private Boat
Not every minute of the day is filled with an activity.
Between the dolphin search, snorkelling stops and lunch, there is time to relax on board.
You can sit on the sun deck, enjoy the view or simply spend time with your own group.
Because the boat is not shared with a large public group, the day feels more personal.
This can be especially comfortable for couples, families and small groups.
What Makes This Private Dolphin Tour Different?
The main difference is the private boat.
Many dolphin and snorkelling tours from Hurghada are organised for larger groups.
On this tour, the boat is reserved only for your booking.
This means:
no other guests on board
more space for your group
less waiting for other participants
more direct contact with the crew
a calmer pace between stops
The private boat does not change the rules of nature.
Dolphins still cannot be ordered or guaranteed.
Respectful Dolphin Encounters
This tour focuses on observing wild animals.
Dolphins should not be crowded, touched or chased.
If they move away, they should be given space.
Loud or hectic behaviour in the water can also disturb an encounter.
The crew therefore decides when entering the water is appropriate and when it is better to watch the dolphins from the boat.
A responsible encounter matters more than forcing a photo opportunity.
Dolphin Swimming Hurghada with Children
Families can also book this tour.
The combination of a boat trip, snorkelling and possible dolphin sightings can be exciting for children.
Children aged 6 to 11 pay 50% of the relevant adult price.
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
For younger children, a few practical points are important.
They must always be supervised on the boat and in the water.
A life jacket should be used if recommended by the crew or if the child is not a confident swimmer.
Sun protection is also important because much of the day is spent on the water.
If you want to compare more family-friendly boat trips, you can read more here:
Dolphin Tour for Non-Swimmers
You do not have to enter the water to join the tour.
If dolphins are spotted, you can also watch them from the boat.
During the snorkelling stops, you can remain on board as well.
This means non-swimmers can still enjoy the full boat day.
If you do want to enter the water, discuss it with the crew first.
A life jacket can help, but it does not replace swimming ability.
What Snorkelling Equipment Is Included?
The current standard equipment includes:
Mask
Fins
Life jacket
Use of the equipment is included in the tour price.
If you have your own mask and know that it fits well, you can bring it with you.
A properly fitting mask can make snorkelling much more comfortable.
What to Bring on the Dolphin Tour
For a full day on the Red Sea, we recommend bringing:
Swimwear
Towel
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Dry change of clothes
Personal medication
Waterproof phone case
Some cash for personal expenses
It is often easiest to wear your swimwear under your normal clothes before pickup.
That way, you are ready more quickly for the first water stop.
Sun Protection on the Boat
Several hours at sea means plenty of sun exposure.
The water also reflects sunlight.
This can make the sun stronger than it feels during the boat trip.
Apply sun cream before departure.
Reapplying it after swimming can also be useful.
A hat and lightweight clothing provide extra protection.
Weather and Sea Conditions
The programme of a dolphin tour depends heavily on conditions at sea.
Wind and waves can affect:
the route
where dolphins are searched for
whether swimming with dolphins is possible
which reefs are visited
how long individual stops last
The crew decides what is safe on the day.
The planned programme may therefore need to be adjusted.
Protecting Corals and Marine Life
At the snorkelling stops, keep enough distance from the coral.
Do not stand on the reef or touch corals with your hands or fins.
Fish and other marine animals should not be touched or chased.
The same applies to dolphins.
The goal is to observe wildlife without unnecessarily changing its natural behaviour.
Health and Limited Mobility
A boat trip involves less walking than many cultural tours.
However, that does not automatically make it suitable for every mobility limitation.
Boarding and leaving the boat at the marina may be difficult depending on the vessel and water level.
Entering the sea also takes place from the boat.
If you use a wheelchair, have difficulty walking or need assistance, tell us before booking.
We can then check whether the boat, marina and daily arrangements are suitable for you.
You can find more information here:
Pickup from Hurghada and Other Red Sea Resorts
According to the current offer, the dolphin tour can be arranged from several Red Sea holiday resorts:
Hurghada
El Gouna
Sahl Hasheesh
Makadi Bay
Soma Bay
Safaga
El Quseir
Marsa Alam
The exact transfer arrangement depends on your hotel location.
For more distant resorts, different pickup times or additional transfer conditions may apply.
Always provide your exact hotel name when booking.
Included in the Price
Hotel transfer within the booked area
Exclusive private boat
Crew
Qualified snorkelling guide
Trip to known dolphin areas
One dolphin stop
Opportunity to observe dolphins
Possible supervised swimming if conditions allow
Two snorkelling stops
Mask
Fins
Life jacket
Lunch on board
Water
Soft drinks
Taxes and fees included in the standard programme
Not Included in the Price
Photography service, where offered
Personal expenses
Souvenirs
Tips
Additional services outside the standard programme
Who Is Dolphin Swimming Hurghada For?
This tour is especially suitable for couples, families and small private groups who want to spend a full day on the Red Sea.
It may suit you well if you:
want the chance to see wild dolphins
understand that dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed
prefer a private boat
want two additional snorkelling stops
want lunch and drinks included
do not want to join a large public boat group
value wildlife observation more than a guaranteed animal encounter
If your main goal is simply snorkelling at several reefs, a standard private snorkelling tour may suit you better.
Book Dolphin Swimming Hurghada
If you want the chance to see wild dolphins on the Red Sea and combine the day with private snorkelling, you can book Dolphin Swimming Hurghada for your preferred date.
Choose your travel date and tell us the number of adults and children.
For children, we need their ages so the correct price can be calculated.
Please also provide your hotel name and holiday resort.
After booking, we confirm the exact pickup time and all important information for your boat day.
Please remember: dolphins are wild animals. A sighting or swimming with dolphins cannot be guaranteed.
