Dolphin House

This tag lists all the activities you can do while staying at sea. Undoubtedly, under this tag, we exhibit all the activities you can do while staying in Egypt or travelling to it from different world destinations.

Dolphin Bay, or dolphin house, is a sea place where dolphins gather in large numbers. In this bay, both the water temperature and current allow the dolphins to live in it. For the same reason, they gather in large numbers in that place.

Dolphin House Hurghada

The Dolphin House Hurghada trip offers a unique opportunity to experience a close encounter with dolphins in their natural habitat in the Red Sea. The location is known for its rich coral reefs and diverse marine life, but the presence of dolphins draws most visitors.

The trip starts early in the morning and includes two stops for snorkelling, during which you can observe and interact with the dolphins. However, it is important to note that despite their playful demeanour, dolphins are predators and must be respected accordingly.

Strict guidelines have been implemented to ensure the dolphins’ and visitors’ safety and well-being. These include using appropriate snorkelling gear, maintaining a respectful distance from the animals, and avoiding direct contact with them to prevent the spread of disease.

Travel agencies, the company offering the trip, are committed to minimizing the impact on the dolphins and their environment. Their approach is based on responsible and respectful interaction with the animals, focusing on their welfare. Visitors can enjoy a memorable and meaningful experience with these fascinating creatures following these guidelines and regulations.

Dolphin House Marsa Alam

Marsa Alam, located in the Red Sea, has two significant dolphin habitats: Samadai Reef, also known as “Dolphin House,” and the relatively remote Sataya Reef. These two habitats are home to large families of spinner dolphins, with occasional visits from other dolphin species, such as bottlenose.

While Samadai Reef is more easily accessible, lying just 11 kilometres southeast of the Marsa Alam anchorage, it is relatively overcrowded compared to Sataya Reef. Sataya Reef, situated around 12 km off the Hamata shoreline, is one of the great wonders of the natural world. A large group of spinner dolphins have made this particular reef their home.

Sataya Reef

We highly recommend a day trip to Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam’s relatively unexplored “Deep South.” This excursion is available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. It includes return transfers from your hotel, a freshly prepared meal on board, soft drinks, bottled water, snorkelling equipment, the boat, all the necessary license fees, and your snorkelling guide.

Similarly, a day trip to “Dolphin House”, including return limousine pick-up from your hotel, the boat, lunch, tea, soft drinks, all your snorkelling equipment, and the legally obligatory ticket that guarantees access to this protected area and helps to fund ongoing conservation efforts.

Trips to Dolphin House go on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays and require 24 hours’ notice to book as it’s essential to book ahead to secure entrance to the protected area. The boat leaves Marsa Alam marina at 8.30 am and takes about 80 minutes to reach the Dolphin House reef. Here, you can swim and snorkel with wild spinner dolphins, a moment of a lifetime that will be infinitely more memorable than an arranged photo call with a captive dolphin at a sea aquarium.

Besides spinner dolphins, Sataya Reef and Dolphin House offer a fantastic range of marine life and sites, including turtles, rays, clownfish, underwater reef pinnacles, and an incredible swim-through canyon (for qualified divers only).