Dolphin Swim Experience from Sahel Hashesh
Dolphin Swimming Tour from Sahel Hashesh
The Dolphin Swimming Tour from Sahel Hashesh includes a transfer to Dolphin World in Makadi, where you enter the water for a supervised session with dolphins. This is an active encounter, not just a chance to watch from the seats: you dance with a dolphin while holding its breast fins, hold its dorsal fin for a ride, and spend time beside it in the water. It makes a memorable experience to share with a partner, family member or close friend.
At Dolphin World, professional dolphin handlers lead the session and show you how to approach and move with the animals. Their instructions keep the activity controlled and let you take part at a comfortable pace. The water time includes several types of contact, so you can enjoy the dolphins' movement without complicated swimming techniques. The exact sequence depends on the group and the handlers' instructions.
The session takes place at Dolphin World in Makadi, a venue set up for dolphin performances and water activities. Travellers on the earlier session swim before the show; the later option follows the performance. Swimming is available from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; sessions run twice a day except Saturday. We confirm the arrangements for your chosen date and session during the booking process.
Highlights of the experience include:
The itinerary is simple. Our team collects you from your Sahel Hashesh hotel and drives you to Dolphin World in Makadi. After you arrive, you follow the venue's instructions, attend the relevant show or performance for your selected session, and join the dolphin-swimming activity. When the programme ends, your driver takes you back to the hotel. Expect transfers, some waiting around the scheduled programme and time in the water, so comfortable clothing and an easy pace help.
This excursion suits travellers who want an organised animal encounter without arranging their own transport. Families, couples and small groups can enjoy it, although children must meet the venue's participation requirements. Strong swimming ability is not the focus, but you should be comfortable entering the water and following the handlers' directions. Travellers with mobility concerns, medical conditions or questions about water activities should contact us before booking so we can check the arrangements with the venue.
Meals are not included in the stated programme, and the dolphin session is the main activity rather than a full-day sightseeing tour. Bring swimwear, a towel, sun protection and a change of clothes. Leave heavy jewellery behind and follow the venue's rules on photography and personal belongings. The water session may include repeated movement, holding the dolphin's fins and brief rides, so listen closely to the professional dolphin handlers throughout.
Is the dolphin swimming session suitable for everyone? The Dolphin Swimming Tour from Sahel Hashesh suits travellers who can enter the water and follow the handlers' instructions, while children, pregnant travellers and people with medical or mobility concerns should check the requirements before booking. Which session can I choose? The dolphin-swimming programme runs before the show from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or after the performance from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., except Saturday. What happens if I do not want to swim? Tell us before booking so we can confirm whether the venue allows non-participating companions and what access they have to the programme.
Transfer to Dolphin World in Makadi
Dolphin swimming session
Dolphin World programme according to the selected session
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sahel Hashesh
Guidance from professional dolphin handlers
Personal expenses
Any services not listed under inclusions
Meals and drinks
Personal photographs or videos, unless arranged separately
Towel and change of clothes
Water bottle
Swimwear
Comfortable sandals or shoes
Follow the venue's guidance on jewellery and personal belongings
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Any required medication
The dolphin swimming experience from Sahel Hashesh includes hotel pickup, a transfer to Dolphin World in Makadi, and a scheduled session with dolphins supervised by professional dolphin handlers. The session includes close contact, a supported dance holding the dolphin’s breast fins, and a ride while holding its dorsal fin.
Show access and other Dolphin World services depend on the booking arrangement, so check the confirmed inclusions before travelling.
The dolphin swimming experience is scheduled in one of two daily time windows at Dolphin World in Makadi: before the performance between 10:30 and 12:30, or after the performance between 16:30 and 20:00. The exact pickup and session timing depend on the slot confirmed for your booking.
Sessions do not run on Saturdays. Allow extra time for the transfer from Sahel Hashesh and the return drop-off.
Yes, this dolphin swimming excursion includes pickup from your hotel in Sahel Hashesh and a transfer to Dolphin World in Makadi, followed by a return drop-off after the activity. Your booking confirmation should provide the pickup details and meeting instructions for the day.
Please be ready at the agreed pickup point, as access to some hotel areas may be controlled by local traffic or security arrangements.
Suitability depends on the traveller’s age, swimming ability, health, and mobility, because the activity involves entering the water and taking part in guided movements with a dolphin. Professional dolphin handlers supervise the session, but children and anyone with limited mobility should be assessed before booking.
Tell us about any medical, mobility, or accessibility requirements in advance so we can check the arrangements with the dolphin centre. A companion may be needed for some travellers.
Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel, sun protection, drinking water, and a change of dry clothes for the return transfer from Dolphin World in Makadi. Secure footwear is useful around the centre, while valuables should be left at your hotel or stored only where the venue permits.
Follow the handlers’ instructions about jewellery, cameras, and personal items before entering the water.
You can request the dolphin swimming excursion from Sahel Hashesh by selecting your preferred session and providing your hotel details, travel date, and traveller information. Booking confirmation depends on the dolphin centre’s schedule, including the restriction that sessions are not held on Saturdays.
Cancellation and amendment terms vary by booking and should be checked before payment. Contact our team as soon as your plans change so we can explain the applicable conditions.
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Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from your hotel in Sahel Hashesh and drives to Dolphin World in Makadi. The transfer gives you time to settle in before the main activity, and we coordinate the arrival details so you know where to go when you reach the venue. The journey time depends on your hotel and the day's road conditions.
At Dolphin World, you check in and receive instructions about the dolphin session, changing facilities and the order of the programme. Professional dolphin handlers explain how to approach the animals, where to stand in the water and how to follow each signal safely. Listen carefully during this briefing; it helps the session run calmly for both travellers and dolphins.
The standard morning swimming session takes place before the show, from 10:30 to 12:30. Sessions also run after the performance from 16:30 to 20:00, except on Saturday, so the exact sequence may depend on the programme selected for your booking.
After check-in, you have time to change and prepare for the water. The handlers introduce the dolphins and explain the rules for contact, movement and photography. You may watch the animals from the poolside before entering, which gives you a chance to see how they respond to the team and to become familiar with the setting.
This part of the visit is more than a quick safety talk. The handlers show you how to keep your movements controlled and how to hold the animal only when instructed. Their guidance keeps the interaction organised and respectful. If you are travelling with children, stay close during the briefing and follow the age and participation guidance given at the venue.
Bring swimwear, a towel and any personal medication you need for the day. Changing arrangements and the use of cameras or phones follow the venue's rules. The pool area can be wet underfoot, so take care when moving between the changing area and the water.
The main activity is a guided session in the water with the dolphins. During the experience, you may take part in a dance while holding the dolphin's breast fins, then enjoy a ride while holding its dorsal fin. The handler directs every movement, so you can concentrate on the animal's motion rather than trying to manage the interaction yourself.
You also spend time close to the dolphins, watching their movements at short range and responding to the handler's signals. This is a unique interaction with marine wildlife, with the emphasis on controlled contact and attentive observation. The water portion follows the venue's schedule and safety procedures, and every traveller should take part only in the activities they feel comfortable completing.
The morning session runs from 10:30 to 12:30. If your booking uses the later option, the same type of interaction takes place after the dolphin performance, between 16:30 and 20:00. Allow time afterwards to dry off and change before continuing with the rest of the visit.
After the morning swimming session, watch the dolphin performance at Dolphin World. The show lets you see the animals working with their handlers from the poolside, including trained movements and demonstrations that are difficult to appreciate while you are in the water. It also gives you a quieter chance to observe their behaviour after your own session.
A food break fits naturally around the performance and the venue schedule. You can have a meal or refreshments during the available break, with the exact arrangement depending on your booking and what is open at the venue that day. Our team can clarify what is included before departure, but specific food choices should be checked locally.
The order changes for travellers using the afternoon swimming session: the performance and break come first, followed by the water activity. Either way, the day leaves room for you to change, collect your belongings and meet the driver without rushing through the venue. For many travellers, the experience makes an unforgettable gift experience for a birthday, anniversary or family day out.
Once the programme is complete, change into dry clothes, collect your belongings and meet our driver at the agreed pickup point. We then begin the return transfer from Dolphin World in Makadi to your hotel in Sahel Hashesh. The timing depends on whether you joined the morning or afternoon session and on the traffic along the coastal road.
The drive back is a useful time to rest after the water activity. Keep your phone, passport or other important items with you rather than leaving them in shared areas, and check the vehicle before leaving the venue. If your hotel has a particular entrance or reception arrangement, follow the drop-off instructions provided by our team.
You finish the excursion at your hotel, with no further sightseeing planned after the transfer. The exact drop-off time cannot be fixed in advance because the session, performance schedule and road conditions can vary, but we keep the return arrangements clear before the day begins.