Dolphin House (Sha'ab El Erg)
شعب العرق
A horseshoe-shaped coral reef north of Hurghada, where spinner dolphins often rest. It is a popular boat route for dolphin watching.
Shaab Abu Nuhas, known as Dolphin House, is a horseshoe-shaped coral reef about 1 to 1.5 hours by boat north of Hurghada. Spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins often rest in its lagoon. Trips usually include two or three snorkelling stops. If you are lucky, you may swim with the dolphins, but sightings cannot be guaranteed. Follow the protection rules: do not chase, touch, or feed dolphins, and stay quiet when they approach. Choose a licensed operator that limits the number of boats.
Opening hours
Cruises typically 08:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- El Dahar Old Town & Souk
- El Gouna
- El Mina Mosque
- Hurghada Marina
- Giftun Island & Mahmya Beach
- Sakkala & Sheraton Street
- Sindbad Submarine
- Paradise Island