In Israel, you can swim with dolphins up close in their natural habitat at the Dolphin Reef Eilat. It is not dolphins performing in an aquarium but rather, dolphins that can freely come and go between the reef and the Red Sea.
The Dolphin Reef is an ecological site on the shore of the Red Sea Eilat. There is a pristine private beach surrounded by botanical gardens, ponds, a beach-side restaurant, and other facilities. Visitors can walk along floating wooden jetties that jut out to sea. And from the jetties, you can see dolphins being fed by the professional Reef staff.
There is a strict non-intervention policy at Dolphin Reef, so the dolphins are not enclosed or forced to do tricks. They interact with people if they choose to. Visitors to Eilat’s Dolphin Reef can enjoy the site’s facilities, relax on the beach and swim in an enclosed area. But they can also participate in one of the dolphin encounter experiences on offer at the Reef.
What Can You do at Dolphin Reef?
The Dolphin Reef Eilat Red Sea offers several dolphin encounter experiences including diving, snorkelling, and swimming with the dolphins. Professional diving instructors lead groups and individuals into the water where dolphins are swimming. Participants are instructed not to touch, chase, or feed the dolphins. When a dolphin approaches the swimmers, it is of its own free will.
FAQ About Swimming with Dolphins in Eilat, Israel
- How old do you have to be to swim with dolphins in Eilat? 10-88
- How long is the swim with dolphins? The experience is 1 hour long – half an hour of preparation and half an hour in the water.
- Can I use an underwater camera when swimming with the dolphins at Dolphin Reef? For the dolphins’ well-being, the only person allowed in the water with a camera is the professional photographer employed by Dolphin Reef. You can purchase a photo or video of your dolphin encounter from the on-site photographer.
- Is the snorkel/scuba equipment included in the fee? Yes, full scuba equipment (including a wetsuit) or snorkel is provided.
- Will I be swimming with the dolphins on my own? Participants diving with the dolphins have their own personal instructor with them. Participants snorkelling with the dolphins are accompanied by an instructor in groups of three.
- How much does it cost to swim with dolphins in Israel? Ask your private Israel tour guide about the latest prices. All visitors pay an entrance fee to the Dolphin Reef site where they can watch the dolphins. Visitors who want to dive or snorkel with the dolphins pay an additional fee.
