Hawar dolphin and dugong boat safari
رحلة مشاهدة الدلافين وأبقار البحر في حوار
Hawar Resort by Mantis runs boat safaris into the seagrass waters around the Hawar Islands to look for dolphins and endangered dugongs.
About Hawar dolphin and dugong boat safari
The waters around the Hawar Islands are rich in seagrass, which feeds one of the largest dugong herds in the region. A 2022 study reported nearly 700 dugongs near the islands. Bottlenose and other dolphins are also seen. Hawar Resort by Mantis offers an oceanic safari by boat to spot these animals in their natural habitat. Sightings depend on conditions and are never guaranteed, but the trip also passes seabird colonies and empty island shores.
Other water activities at the resort include snorkelling on the house reef, kayaking and paddleboarding. Fishing is not allowed near the shoreline, which helps marine life close to the resort. Kayaking around the shoreline is a quieter way to look for birds and fish close to the resort, especially early in the morning.
The safari suits families, wildlife lovers and photographers. Book through the resort as part of a stay or day visit. Trips depend on weather and sea state, so keep your plans flexible. Bring a hat, sun protection and a camera with a good zoom, and keep a respectful distance from any dugongs or dolphins you see.
Watch
Highlights
- Look for dugongs in seagrass meadows
- Dolphin spotting
- Seabird colonies on the islands
- Snorkelling on the house reef
- Kayaking and paddleboarding
Good to know
- Book through Hawar Resort; trips depend on weather and sea conditions.
- Sightings are not guaranteed.
- Bring sun protection, a hat and a camera with zoom.
- Keep a respectful distance from dugongs and dolphins.
Getting there
From Hawar Resort on Hawar Island, reached by boat from the Durrat Al Bahrain Pavilion
Questions people ask
Can you see dugongs in Bahrain?
Yes. The seagrass waters around the Hawar Islands support a large dugong population, and Hawar Resort runs boat safaris to look for them.
How many dugongs live around Hawar?
A 2022 study reported a herd of nearly 700 dugongs near the Hawar Islands.
How do I book the Hawar oceanic safari?
Book through Hawar Resort by Mantis, which runs the boat trips from the island.
