Snorkeling tour to Sataya Dolphin House from Marsa Alam

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Marsa Alam, Egypt
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Duration: 12 hours
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Highlights

  • Start your dolphin house trip at 8:30 AM from Hamata Marina and cruise for two hours to Shaab Sataya reef.
  • Snorkel with spinner dolphins and enjoy a fresh buffet lunch onboard.
  • Then explore colorful coral reefs before returning around 3:30 PM.
  • A 10-hour Red Sea escape filled with dolphins, reefs, and sunshine.

Itinerary

  1. 06:00 AM

    60 mins

    Marsa Alam hotel pick up heading to sataya dolphin house

    Hotel Pickup

    Your driver picks you up directly from your hotel in Marsa Alam in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic transfer south to Hamata Marina, the gateway to Sataya Dolphin House, Note: Pick up time is depending on your hotel location.

  2. 08:30 AM

    45 mins

    the gateway to Sataya Dolphin House

    Arrival at Hamata Marina & Check-in

    Meet your multilingual snorkeling guide at Hamata Marina, complete check-in, and get fitted with your mask, fins, and life jacket before boarding the boat.

  3. 10:30 AM

    2 Hours

    sataya dolphin house reef

    Boat Departure to Sataya Reef

    Set sail across the open Red Sea toward the remote Sataya Reef lagoon, one of the world's most reliable spots to encounter wild spinner dolphins in their natural habitat.

  1. 11:00 AM

    45 mins

    snorkel alongside pods of dolphins swimming

    Snorkeling with Wild Spinner Dolphins

    Enter the crystal-clear waters of the Sataya Dolphin House lagoon and snorkel alongside pods of dolphins swimming, resting, and playing freely — undisturbed and uncontrolled, unlike marine parks.

  2. 12:00 PM

    25 mins

    lunch while taking in panoramic views of

    Buffet Lunch Onboard

    Relax on deck with a freshly prepared buffet lunch and unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee, while taking in panoramic views of the open Red Sea.

  3. 12:30 PM

    45 mins

    Sataya's vibrant coral gardens

    Coral Reef Snorkeling at Sataya

    Head back into the water for a second snorkeling session around Sataya's vibrant coral gardens, with another chance to spot the dolphin pod nearby.

  4. 02:30 PM

    2 Hours

    Hamata Marina, bringing your Sataya Dolphin House adventure to a close.

    Return Cruise to Hamata Marina

    Sit back and unwind as the boat sails back toward Hamata Marina, bringing your Sataya Dolphin House adventure to a close.

  5. 04:30 PM

    60 mins

    to your hotel in Marsa Alam

    Hotel Drop-off

    Your driver returns you safely to your hotel in Marsa Alam, wrapping up a full day of dolphins, coral reefs, and Red Sea sunshine.

Overview

Experience one of the Red Sea’s most memorable marine adventures on a Sataya Dolphin House snorkeling tour from Marsa Alam. Also known as Sataya Reef Dolphin House, this remote lagoon near Hamata is famous for its wild spinner dolphins, crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and exceptional snorkeling opportunities.

Wild Dolphins at Sataya Reef

Sataya Reef is a natural marine environment where wild spinner dolphins live and move freely. Unlike marine parks or controlled dolphin attractions, this experience takes place in the open sea, giving you the opportunity to observe dolphins in their natural habitat. Dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed, but Sataya is well known for frequent encounters with dolphin pods.

Snorkeling & Marine Life

Beyond the dolphin encounter, Sataya Reef offers excellent snorkeling among colorful coral formations and tropical Red Sea fish. The warm waters and diverse marine life make the experience suitable for both first-time snorkelers and experienced swimmers, subject to sea and weather conditions.

What to Expect on the Trip

Your Dolphin House Marsa Alam trip begins with an early morning hotel pickup followed by a transfer to Hamata Marina. From there, you sail toward Sataya Reef for snorkeling and a possible wild dolphin encounter.

After your first snorkeling session, enjoy lunch onboard while taking in panoramic views of the Red Sea. The trip continues with another snorkeling stop, giving you more time to explore the reef and look for dolphins when conditions allow, before returning to Hamata Marina and your hotel in Marsa Alam.

If you are looking for a Sataya Dolphin House tour from Marsa Alam, this full-day experience combines wild dolphin encounters, reef snorkeling, a Red Sea boat trip, lunch, and hotel transfers in one memorable adventure.

Book your Sataya Dolphin House trip from Marsa Alam and discover the remarkable marine environment of Sataya Reef.

What's included

Includes

  • Round-trip transfers from your hotel in Marsa Alam in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • A professional, multilingual snorkeling guide.
  • A full buffet lunch served on the boat.
  • Unlimited soft drinks (water, tea, coffee, and sodas).
  • Full use of high-quality snorkeling equipment.

Excludes

  • National park ticket
    $5 Per Personmandatory
  • Photos or videos taken by the onboard photographer.
  • Optional gratuities for the boat crew.

Boats

Christina Boat

Christina Boat

  • Maximum of guests: 30
  • Shaded sun deck
  • Upper sun deck
  • Restaurant and Salon
  • Dive deck
  • Beverage Bar
  • Two Bathrooms
Amber Boat

Amber Boat

  • Capacity: Up to 24 Guests
  • 12 Cabins with Private Bathrooms
  • Air Conditioning in All Cabins and Indoor Spaces
  • Sun Decks & Shaded Lounges
  • Indoor & Outdoor Dining Areas
  • Buffet-Style Meals Served Daily
  • Unlimited Hot & Cold Beverages
  • Snacks, Fresh Fruits & Sweets Throughout the Day
  • Snorkeling Gear Provided (Mask, Fins, Life Jackets)
  • Diving Equipment Available (for Diving Trips)
Hadeer Boat

Hadeer Boat

  • Capacity: Up to 22 Guests
  • 11 Cabins with Private Bathrooms
  • Air Conditioning in All Cabins and Indoor Spaces
  • Sun Decks & Shaded Lounges
  • Indoor & Outdoor Dining Areas
  • Buffet-Style Meals Served Daily
  • Unlimited Hot & Cold Beverages
  • Snacks, Fresh Fruits & Sweets Throughout the Day
  • Snorkeling Gear Provided (Mask, Fins, Life Jackets)
  • Diving Equipment Available (for Diving Trips)

Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Important Information

  • Please don’t forget to bring your towels, sunglasses, and sunscreen for comfort during the dolphin house trip.
  • Hotel pickup times may vary depending on your location in Marsa Alam. Pickups are scheduled in the early morning to ensure a timely departure.
  • Pickups are usually scheduled early in the morning to ensure a smooth departure and full-day experience.

Terms and Conditions

  • Pick-up Service: Complimentary pick-up is available within designated eligible
  • Children's Discount: Children aged 6 to 10 years receive a discount of up to 40%.
  • Infant Discount: Infants aged 0 to 5 years receive a discount of up to 90%.
  • Free Cancellation: Receive a full refund if you cancel by the stated deadline.
  • If we must cancel your booking for any reason, you will have the choice of a full refund or rescheduling for a different date.

Traveller Photos

Snorkeler diving with a pod of wild dolphins at Sataya Dolphin House Egypt
Tourist snorkeling near dolphins in crystal clear waters at Sataya Reef Marsa Alam
Snorkeler swimming above dolphins during a Sataya Dolphin House boat trip in Egypt

From

$76

$80

Per Person