17 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Giftun & Orange Bay
- Motor yacht
- 17 m
- Up to 12 guests
- Marine Sports Club, Hurghada
From EGP 5,000 per tripHalf day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours), Sunset (3 hours)
Place · Hurghada
Dolphin House by private yacht
Dolphins resting in calm water, and your group the only one on board. Dolphin House is the local name for Shaab El Erg, a reef north of Hurghada towards El Gouna. Your crew follows the dolphin rules. Dolphins are often seen on calm days, but they are never guaranteed.
At a glance
| Where | Shaab El Erg, north of Hurghada towards El Gouna |
|---|---|
| Best for | A calm-day trip to see dolphins, with swimming and snorkelling |
| Dolphins | Often seen on calm days, never guaranteed |
| Rules | A Red Sea Governorate decree, followed by your crew |
| Wind | From the north all year, strongest from late May to early October |
| Bring | Your passport or a copy, swimwear and sun protection |
Why people go
Shaab El Erg is a reef where dolphins come to rest, which is why it is called Dolphin House. Many guests come for the chance to see them in the wild, and stay for the snorkelling on the reef.
A private yacht means no crowd on deck and a pace that suits your group. The crew keeps the visit calm, because a quiet boat is the best chance of a good sighting.
Dolphin rules
- Boats keep their distance and never chase or surround the dolphins.
- Swimmers wear fins, a mask, a snorkel and a life jacket.
- Nobody touches or feeds the dolphins.
- The crew decides when and where it is right to get in the water.
These rules are a Red Sea Governorate decree, and your crew follows them.
Your day, step by step
- You send a request with your date, your group and where you are staying. Dolphin House is already filled in.
- The LYT Concierge Team replies within 2 hours, 9:00 to 22:00 Cairo time, and sends a written quote: the yacht, the harbour, the departure time, the hours at sea and what is included.
- You accept the quote and pay a 25% deposit online. The operator confirms in writing.
- On the day, you meet the crew at the harbour named on your quote, with your passport or a copy. The crew gives a short briefing on the dolphin rules.
- The yacht sails to the reef. If the dolphins are there and the sea is calm, the crew tells you how to get in the water.
- Between stops you snorkel on the reef or rest on deck.
- You sail back at the time on your quote. The 75% balance goes to the operator before boarding.
What is included
Every yacht we list carries a licensed crew and a life jacket for every guest, including children’s sizes. Everything else is written on your quote, line by line: snorkelling gear, food and drinks, towels and a hotel transfer. If it is not on the quote, it is not included.
When to go
Boats sail all year, but Dolphin House is a calm-day trip. The wind blows from the north all year and is strongest from late May to early October, so keep your dates flexible if you can. If the port authority or your captain stops sailing, you choose a new date or a full refund.
Which yacht to choose
A speedboat is quicker and suits a small group for Dolphin House or a half day. A motor yacht or a catamaran gives more shade and space if you want a longer day.
Yachts for Dolphin House
16 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Orange Bay & Giftun
- Motor yacht
- 16 m
- Up to 13 guests
- Tourist Port, Hurghada
From EUR 280 per tripHalf day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours)
12 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Giftun Islands & Dolphin House
- Motor yacht
- 12 m
- Up to 10 guests
- Batros Palace
From EGP 6,500 per tripHalf day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours), Sunset (3 hours), Multi-day charter (overnight), Dinner cruise (3 hours, evening), Fishing trip
Compare the yachts for Dolphin House
| Yacht | Boards at | Guests | Trip lengths | Included | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Giftun & Orange Bay | Marine Sports Club | Up to 12 | Half day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours), Sunset (3 hours) | Captain and crew, Life jackets, Music system | From EGP 5,000 per trip |
| 16 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Orange Bay & Giftun | Tourist Port | Up to 13 | Half day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours) | Captain and crew, Fuel for the agreed route, Snorkelling gear, Life jackets and 4 more | From EUR 280 per trip |
| 12 m Motor Yacht · Hurghada · Giftun Islands & Dolphin House | Batros Palace | Up to 10 | Half day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours), Sunset (3 hours), Dinner cruise (3 hours, evening), Multi-day charter (overnight), Fishing trip | Captain and crew, Fuel for the agreed route, Snorkelling gear, Life jackets and 5 more | From EGP 6,500 per trip |
Prices are for the whole boat, not per person. Your written quote confirms the route, the time and what is included for your date.
Ways to see Dolphin House
Full-day private charter in El Gouna
The whole yacht for the day from El Gouna, to Dolphin House and the reefs.
Full-day private charter in Hurghada
The whole yacht for the day, usually to the Giftun Islands, for your group only.
Snorkelling day in El Gouna
Reef stops off El Gouna chosen by your captain for the day’s conditions.
Snorkelling day in Hurghada
Reef stops off Hurghada chosen by your captain for the day’s conditions.
Questions about Dolphin House
Will we see dolphins?
Often on calm days, but wildlife is never guaranteed. If your dates are flexible, tell your concierge, so the trip can move to a calmer day.
Can we swim with the dolphins?
Only by the rules: fins, a mask, a snorkel and a life jacket, no touching and no feeding. The crew decides whether it is right to get in the water.
Can we leave from El Gouna?
Dolphin House lies between Hurghada and El Gouna. Tell us where you are staying and your concierge checks with the operator.
Can non-swimmers come?
Yes. They can watch from the deck or snorkel in a life jacket.
Do I need my passport?
Bring it or a copy. The port may check guests’ details before the boat leaves.