How to see wild dolphins in Hurghada — boat trip tips

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TL;DR

The easiest way is to book through your hotel's dive club — staff regularly offer dolphin boat trips. Private tour operators are also available but quality varies.

What the community said

The most convenient option is booking through your hotel's dive club — staff regularly walk around offering trips. There's no specific tour name, just ask about dolphins. One traveler reported seeing a large group.

Hotel dive club

A trip to Tiran Island is one option for spotting wild dolphins. Check with your hotel's dive club, as they typically organize these excursions.

Tiran Island

One traveler's experience with a private 'Dolphin House' boat trip: departure was delayed 30 minutes, transfer was by car instead of the promised bus with no prior notice. The captain used a horn to attract dolphins, which often scared them away. Swimming alongside dolphins was chaotic — multiple boats in close proximity and strong winds created unsafe conditions. Snorkeling and lunch were included in the trip.

Dolphin House boat trip