Dancing with Dolphins in the Red Sea (Watch Video)

There is something very special about spending time with dolphins in the wild. For those who are lucky enough to experience this, it puts a magnificent smile on their face and provides magical memories that last a lifetime.

Pharaoh Dive Club in El Quseir in the Egyptian Red Sea are lucky enough to have a small resident pod almost on their doorstep.

With their sleek frame glistening iridescent blues and greys, their spotted underside and pure grace, Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphins are instantly recognisable. Unlike most common bottlenose dolphins, these dolphins prefer shallow coastal waters.

Not unlike humans, Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins are highly social creatures. Females have large networks of female friends, whilst males form such strong bonds with one another that “alliances” can last a lifetime. Pharaoh Dive Club’s resident pod of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins is typical in size (pods are typically made up of between 5 -15 individuals). Juveniles spend several years with their family, learning everything from social etiquette to vital hunting skills.

Unlike the common and spinner dolphins also found in the Red Sea, the Indo-Pacific Bottlenose will make a beeline to divers to spend time and interact with them. This recent encounter lasted over 20 minutes until the divers’ air supply meant they had to say goodbye and surface. It was no surprise though when the dolphins followed the boat back to the dock, playing around the bow.

Sadly these wonderful creatures are not as abundant as you would imagine; it is estimated there are less than 6,000 individuals left worldwide. They have a IUCN conservation status of ‘Near Threatened’.

For more information on how you can experience an interaction with these beautiful animals, contact info@pharaohdiveclub.com.