Shaab Samadi ( Dolphin House )

Sha'ab Samadai (Dolphin House), Marsa Alam – One of the most beautiful diving sites with dolphins in Egypt Located off the coast of Marsa Alam in the Red Sea, Sha'ab Samadai, better known as "Dolphin House," is one of the most famous diving sites in Egypt. This protected marine reserve is renowned for its immense natural lagoon shaped like a horseshoe, where groups of spinner dolphins regularly reside in their natural habitat. Below the surface, divers discover a spectacular coral reef composed of hard and soft coral gardens, colorful drop-offs, and sandy areas that host exceptional biodiversity. It is common to observe green turtles, hawksbill turtles, blue-spotted stingrays, moray eels, barracudas, groupers, jacks, clownfish, parrotfish, anthias, and a multitude of tropical fish. Accessible to divers of various levels, Sha'ab Samadai offers varied dives combining reef, drift, and drop-off exploration. Underwater photographers particularly appreciate the clarity of the water, the play of light in the lagoon, and the possible encounters with dolphins. Thanks to its preserved ecosystem and iconic encounters with cetaceans, Sha'ab Samadai is among the must-visit diving spots in Marsa Alam and is one of the best diving sites in the Red Sea for observing marine life in a protected environment.