Marsa Alam Safari
Wild spinner dolphins swimming in the turquoise lagoon of Sataya Reef near Marsa Alam

Hamata, Southern Red Sea

Sataya Reef (Dolphin House), Marsa Alam

There are few experiences in the Red Sea as unforgettable as slipping into the water at Sataya and watching a pod of spinner dolphins spiral beneath you. We keep our groups small and follow strict responsible-encounter rules so the dolphins stay wild and the moment stays magical.

About Sataya Dolphin Reef

Sataya Reef — known to visitors as Dolphin House — is a sheltered horseshoe of coral in the southern Red Sea, roughly two hours by boat from Hamata. Its calm inner lagoon is a daytime resting ground for hundreds of wild spinner dolphins, making it one of the few places on Earth where responsible swimmers can share the water with them in the wild.

Highlights

  • Swim near wild spinner dolphins in their natural habitat
  • Snorkel a pristine, protected coral reef
  • Calm, shallow lagoon ideal for all abilities
  • Onboard lunch and unhurried snorkel stops

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