Your Private Paradise: Dolphin Swim, Snorkel & Island Escape

Great experience! Easy to book, they responded immediately to my messages. We were picked up directly from our hotel. The driver was friendly and the car was clean. We drove about 25 min to the marina where we were introduced to the captain of the boat for the day and then taken to the speed boat to meet our guide. Both men were very friendly and helpful during the whole trip. We were able to find dolphins and swim in their midst! Afterwards we drove to a great area for snorkeling. Beautiful corals and fish. At the end of our trip, we went to a beautiful “beach-like” area. We were provided drinks and snacks and when finished with the day, we drove back to the Marina and subsequently back to our hotel. I would say the experience on a whole was very professional and a highlight of our trip to Hurghada.

The boat tour was a great highlight of my trip to Egypt. We had 3 stops, dolphin stop was mesmerizing. And our boat captain was trying his best to maximize the experience. Snorkelling stop, it was a great experience to see lively coral reefs and different fish species. My guide, Tarik was also guiding and showing the best spots and i felt safe while snorkelling. Maldives stop, we were at maldives of hurghada and it was so picturesqe. A final stop to snorkel a bit more for coral reefs. The tour started with the driver picking me up from my hotel. He was on time and i was like 10 minutes late. The driver was kind and helpful. Then driver took me to the girls who were introducing me to the guide and captain. I like this flow of arrangement. It was also a nice touch that the girls were fluent in english. It gives more safety from the get-go. The boat was as advertized and the snorkel equipment was fresh and new. A great thing is that the first question Tarik asked, “what do you want to do today?”, that question is a crucial question that emphasizes this is your tour, you read the itinerary, tell us what you would like to do. The good thing with private tours is the flexibility to change a plan. So we were even a bit fishing. We caught a fish and released the fish back. In the last stop which was a spontaneous coral reef snorkel stop, Tarik warned me not to touch the corals. I like to hear that warning as he is responsible for environment and sea. So, all in all, this was a great tour and an extra info, this tour suits well for solo travellers as well. I didn’t feel uneasy at any point during this and enjoyed the beauties of hurghada with them 😃

We went to a spot where we could see dolphins swim in the middle of the sea. We did orange bay as an added extra (10€ pp) and so worth it. Beautiful place. Our private tour guide was really good and the snorkeling was stunning. He took us for 45 minutes and waited for us and showed us different fish etc. They provided good snacks and soft drinks/water. Nothing was too much trouble. Easy communication and transfer to and from where we needed. Highly recommend a private tour for a more private experience.

We had the most amazing experience! We saw dolphins and the most beautiful sights. The whole team was fantastic, and even our taxi pickup with Mina was great — such a kind person! We will definitely book again and recommend it to everyone. Our captain on the speedboat was incredibly polite and friendly. Please, everyone, go ahead and book it — it’s worth every euro!

This was my second time booking a tour with this operator, and once again, the experience was absolutely amazing! ​From start to finish, the service was impeccable. The captain/operator truly goes above and beyond, demonstrating a professional dedication to both safety and fun. He ensured all rules were strictly followed, which gave everyone on board peace of mind, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy the trip. ​What makes this operator stand out is their knowledge of the area. They took us out to what are genuinely the best places—secluded spots and incredible snorkeling/swimming locations that made the day unforgettable. ​If you are looking for a reliable, safe, and truly enjoyable speed boat experience, look no further. I highly recommend them and will certainly be back for a third time! The dolphins was amazing, see you again in 4 months

Fabulous trip to see the dolphins, snorkeling and visiting the Maldives sandbank, the speedboat driver did his utmost to ensure we saw everything and we sure did, snacks were laid on as well, we even each had a little drive of the speedboat, under supervision, which was fun. Would highly recommend Egypt Boats for a private speedboat hire

Here’s a positive comment in English: “What an incredible boat excursion! The snorkeling was amazing, the water crystal clear, and seeing dolphins up close was absolutely unforgettable. The views were stunning from start to finish. Truly a magical experience!”

For context I booked this private Dolphin Boat Trip for my husband and myself, but since he felt unwell that morning, I went alone. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing and far below expectations. Hotel Pickup: Smooth The pickup from Soma Bay was punctual and smooth (I paid an extra 30 euros for the transfer). We arrived at the marina at around 9:00 AM. Boat Driver: Polite though Unprofessional The boat driver arrived on time and helped carry my bag. However, the first few questions he asked included my age, which might not be intentional though made me feel slightly uncomfortable. On the way to the boat, I went to the restroom and when I came back, he had already started smoking. He finished the cigarette while we were on the boat and were preparing to set off. Early Part of the Trip Once on the boat, he cleaned up, gave me snacks, and we set off. We first saw some sea cows, and the boat driver was skilled at spotting marine animals quickly. Snorkeling: NOT as Advertised At the first snorkel point, he helped me with the life jacket and fins. However, I soon learned that he cannot snorkel. This means there was no private snorkel guide, even though this service was clearly advertised. Instead, I was asked to snorkel with his brother, who was guiding another group on a different boat. Obviously, he had to prioritise his own guests. The snorkel spot itself was unimpressive: mostly small fish and reef was not amazing either. I mentioned that I preferred to continue searching for dolphins instead of snorkeling further. Second Wildlife Stop: More Sea Cows We saw sea cows again, surrounded by many boats. After observing them for a while, I asked to continue the trip. Unclear Communication & Safety Concerns The driver then headed off without telling me the destination. I had no idea whether we were searching for dolphins or going to the next stop. It was windy, the ride was extremely bumpy, and I began feeling cold and unsafe. Abu Minquar Island We eventually arrived at Abu Minquar Island, which was part of the itinerary. However, at that point I was feeling too cold and uncomfortable to continue. I asked to end the trip early and return to the Marina at around 11:00 AM, only two hours after departure. Overall This trip was expensive, and the key advertised service "Private Snorkeling guide" was not provided. While the boat driver tried his best within his abilities, his inexperience, limited English, and lack of communication made the experience far from satisfactory. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this tour based on what I received.

Good communication from booking. Picked up promptly from our hotel and taken to Hurghada marina to meet our speed boat. Our driver escorted us to our boat and introduced us to our snorkeling guide, Mohamed and Captain Sam. The day was explained in detail before we started and we were able to get comfy on the large speed boat. 1st we went to the "dolphin house" (a large reef suitable for snorkeling and scub diving) where many dolphins can be observed. When no dolphins were apparent we changed the itinerary and moved to another reef to snorkel. Mohamed was amazing with my husband who is a weak swimmer and was nervous about snorkeling. And he managed to swim and observe a number of species on the reef before heading back to the boat. I was then taken a bit further to see some larger fish before also returning. We then returned to the dolphin house where we were told there was at least 1 dolphin swimming around. Mohamed took me in to snorkel and was pointing out the fish when the dolphin swam past. It swam close to me 3 times and Mohamed took video which he kindly sent through to me. Unfortunately, shortly after this my husband began to feel unwell but rather than head straight back Captain Sam moved us into the shade of a larger ship and got some coffee and soft drinks to see if that helped. Both Mohamed and Sam made sure we were OK at all points in the trip and made sure that we were in charge of the itinerary. Although my husband felt a bit better we decided to cut the trip short and miss out on visiting the White Island. Sam took us straight back to the marina, and Mohamed organised our driver to pick us up early and also to call to a pharmacy to get some medicine to help. All 3 were amazing and went above and beyond to make sure we were OK. On top of that snorkeling in the red sea is amazing, the waters are so clear, the sea life so numerous, and the guides are awesome. I would 100% recommend this trip, we want to come back with our children to experience it with them as soon as we can.

We had an amazing time, the boat was brand new, we saw dolphins and the beaches we visited were lovely. We also appreciated the fruit platter!