Dolphin House vs Giftun Island: Which Hurghada Trip Is Right for You?
Dolphin House vs Giftun Island is one of the most common questions from visitors planning a boat day in Hurghada. Both are beautiful, but they offer very different experiences: one is about wild dolphins, the other about colourful reefs close to the city.
This comparison helps you choose based on budget, time and who is travelling with you. Can’t decide? Tell us about your group in the form below.
Dolphin House vs Giftun Island at a Glance
| Factor | Dolphin House | Giftun Island reefs |
| Main highlight | Chance to see wild spinner dolphins | Colourful coral gardens and reef fish |
| Distance | Further north, longer boat ride | Close to Hurghada, shorter boat ride |
| Price at Chloe’s Diving Center | €80 | €35 snorkeling trip |
| Best for | Wildlife lovers and older kids | Beginners, families with young kids, budget travellers |
| Divers | Snorkeling focus | Excellent diving and snorkeling |
| Guaranteed highlight? | Dolphins are wild, never guaranteed | Reefs and fish on every visit |
All prices are listed on our diving prices in Hurghada page. A €5 daily marine park tax applies to both.
Choose the Dolphin House If…
- Seeing wild dolphins is your top wish
- Your children are old enough for a longer day at sea
- You are happy that sightings are never guaranteed
Read more about our Hurghada snorkeling with dolphins experience.
Choose Giftun Island If…
- You want calm, shallow reefs for beginners or young children
- You prefer a shorter boat ride and a relaxed pace
- You want to dive as well as snorkel
- You are travelling on a budget
Giftun’s protected reefs are also some of the best sites for introductory diving in Hurghada.
Why Not Do Both?
Many families and couples book both on different days. A popular plan is a Giftun snorkeling trip early in the holiday to build confidence, followed by the Dolphin House later in the week.
| Plan | Cost per person |
| Giftun snorkeling trip + Dolphin House trip | €35 + €80 = €115, plus €5 tax per day |
Book Your Hurghada Boat Trip
Whether you choose the Dolphin House, Giftun Island or both, the Red Sea will give you a day to remember. Book your trip or message us on WhatsApp.
Is the Dolphin House better than Giftun Island?
It depends on your goal. The Dolphin House is best for dolphins, while Giftun is best for reefs, beginners and diving.
Can I see dolphins at Giftun Island?
Sometimes dolphins are seen during boat rides, but the Dolphin House offers a much better chance.
Which trip is better for young kids?
Giftun is usually better for young children thanks to the shorter boat ride and calm, shallow reefs.
Which trip is cheaper?
The Giftun snorkeling trip costs €35, while the Dolphin House trip costs €80.
