Below are some testimonials transcribed from our guestbook, which is available on board during our cruises.
Translated from French.
September 2026
The passion you have shines through in every experience you offer aboard this wonderful BlueFin, and that, above all, is what makes the difference. Thank you for this beautiful adventure!
Sophie and Vincent
To the whole team, a huge thank you! Because it is not easy to always be at the service of others. I came on board with a heavy heart. I had lost my suitcase at the airport… and with it, all my medication. I was scared, because I depend on it. And there you all were. Each of you helped me in your own way, you reassured me. You made me smile when I needed it most. Your kindness turned my fear into joy. And today I leave with a heart full of happiness, but with something even more precious: the memory of exceptionally wonderful people who proved to me that humanity will always exist somewhere in the world. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. You made this the most surprising and most beautiful journey of my life, with these dolphins.
Malick
Gratitude to you, dolphins, for your presence and your love; your gaze pierces us and floods us with happiness. Thank you Karin and Hassan for making our dream come true by sharing these moments in the lagoon with the dolphins and the turtles. Shukran to the crew, always attentive and caring, and thank you to the participants for the conversations, the laughter and the shared moments. A dream come true, thanks to all of you and Charlie! Third time’s the charm… see you soon!
Sophie
A billion thanks from the bottom of my heart for this magical week! The whole team is incredibly caring!! With a great sense of humour. This trip changed my life. It is not the same Damaris who will leave this boat… With all my respect and affection.
Damaris
August 2026
I came on this trip to make my dream come true. It went beyond my hopes, a waking dream every day of the week. Dolphins full of Love and Light. I sent them all my Love too, in the Sataya Lagoon. Thank you, Hassan and Karin… You are two beings of light. Thank you to your wonderful, fabulous team and to Aline. Lila and I leave with our hearts full of beautiful images, beautiful emotions and… we will be back! Long live the BlueFin!
Cécile and Lila
July 2026
Another magical week comes to an end. Still just as moving to see these dolphins… but not only that… Karin, Hassan, Océane (and Charlie), you are incredible people. So generous, kind, respectful and committed in everything you do. I already can’t wait to see you again very soon. You are people dear to my heart.
Céline
Reconnecting with life, with my family by my side: this interlude was filled with emotion, wonder, magic and happiness. Thank you, Karin and Hassan, the crew, the BlueFin and the dolphins who fill our hearts.
Bérengère
Being able to turn into a mermaid for a week is amazing! A thousand thanks for this experience, which we are not about to forget. Thank youuu for everything!!
Léane, 16 years old
June 2026
Dear Karin, dear Hassan, I had long dreamed of swimming with dolphins in their natural environment. The cruise you offer is simply magnificent. You can see the love and respect you have for them, and that goes straight to my heart. The whole team is caring and always smiling. I spent a week out of time, magical, wonderful. Words fail me, but I want to say a big thank you for this week, which I will not forget any time soon!
Véronique
Words still fail me to say how incredible this week was. I was afraid of intruding on the dolphins’ territory, and what a lovely surprise to find that this was not the case. Thank you for letting us live this beautiful adventure! Thank you to the guides and the zodiac driver for adapting to us and to the situation. Thank you to the crew for looking after us with such a lovely smile. Thank you for allowing us to think about nothing. My only concern was whether to follow the dolphin on the right or the turtle on the left, and it does you a world of good! Thank you for this incredible week!
Caroline
More incredible and unforgettable moments, beautiful and sincere encounters with the crew, the participants and all the marine life… Swimming ever longer, deeper and more beautiful, in complete serenity… Thank you Karin for all your wise advice on freediving and more. I love it, I love it, I love it! A big thank you!
Lionel
Dear Karin and dear Hassan, here it is, my second cruise with you is coming to an end. How lucky I am! It is so wonderful to live on your boat with your extremely caring crew, and the magical visit of our friends the dolphins and turtles is truly unique. A physical but intense and genuine week in the middle of the sea. Thank you so much for everything!
Mélanie
Shukran to life, shukran Karin and Hassan for this week, shukran to the wonderfully kind crew, shukran to my family, who made this cruise magical with emotion and laughter, shukran to the dolphins who touch the soul for life.
Laurence
Dear Karin and Hassan, with every cruise with you (this is my 4th) I understand why I can no longer give it up. You make us feel at home, as if we were family. You let us share incredible emotions! It is impossible to describe all the emotions that fill our hearts thanks to you and to these marvellous creatures, the dolphins.
Laura
May 2026
What a magnificent and magical experience! Thank you, Karin, and thank you Hassan, and the whole crew and guides! Wonderful discoveries all week long. Unexpected encounters, with nature but also with people. Thank you for allowing me to let go, which I needed so much. Thank you again, and I hope you can go on offering these extraordinary moments for a long time to come!
Mélanie
Dolphin Lagoon, THANK YOU for sharing your passion with so much love! We leave transformed and… engaged! What a memorable week! A total disconnection that is so fulfilling. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Christelle and Stéphane
Dear Karin, dear Hassan, this is the fourth time and the wonder is still there, and the magic too… Thank you from the depths of my heart, to you both and to your wonderful crew, for letting us live this dream… For your generosity of heart, for the smiles, for the constant attention to every detail to ensure our well-being. Thank you also for introducing us to the culture of Upper Egypt. Thank you for making us feel “part of the family”. Big hugs and, Inch’Allah, see you soon.
Anne
A thousand thanks for this dream week, which truly was one. You are wonderful and we make the most of it. During these days I felt alive, truly alive, and almost back in full health. You cannot imagine how grateful I am. I leave with all of this in my heart and I really hope to be able to join you again on the next trip. Thank you, thank you, thank you, and long may Dolphin Lagoon thrive!
Karine
Thank you so much for this dolphin week! We really enjoyed the atmosphere, the kindness, the explanations, the outings, the surprises and everything that made this week an unforgettable moment that will have changed us deeply. Unfortunately, we have not become dolphins yet, so we will have to come back!
Sophie and Hoang
April 2026
A huge thank you to Hassan, Karin and the whole crew and snorkelling team for this wonderful week, full of good energy, privileges and magnificent discoveries. A big hug to our friends the dolphins, to this amazing marine life and to the little turtle. A huge thank you for giving me back my confidence in the water, and for the wonderful underwater encounters. Pure happiness, and thank you to the whole team who took such good care of us; lovely encounters too.
Catherine and Clyde
Thank you so much for everything. It was a privilege and a joy to spend this week on your boat. Your kindness, professionalism and knowledge meant a lot to me; I really appreciated your welcome and your sharing. I take a little of our sunshine home in my heart, along with the harmony and grace of the dolphins. Kind regards, and long live the BlueFin!
Sabine
This magical discovery of swimming with these wonderful animals filled our hearts with happiness and gratitude. A huge thank you to Karin, Hassan and the whole team, fantastic, kind and smiling. And to the chef, who spoiled us with delicious dishes and tasty desserts. We loved the evenings on deck with tea and the beautiful decorations. Thank you for everything!
Catherine and Laurent
November 2025
Thank you Karin, Hassan and the whole crew of the BlueFin. I had an extraordinary week, crowned by a birthday I will never forget! One of the most beautiful days of my life!
Sylvette
A magical week and childhood dreams coming true. Thank you for your smile, Karin, and thank you to the crew for their help, always in a good mood. Thank you for teaching us about dolphins and about freediving, which I tried for the first time. I also thank Caroline for her help and her smile. We will be back, that’s for sure!
Yorly and Vadim
October 2025
Here I am on my fourth cruise, and I never tire of it! That feeling of letting go, where I manage to think about nothing at all and live every shared moment to the full. My first one was 10 years ago. Wow, it’s just crazy how time flies, and here I am now on board the BlueFin! A superb boat and a great crew. The child in me takes over when I am here with the dolphins, pure happiness! I was also lucky enough to meet a magnificent turtle, which makes me even happier. Thank you Karin and Hassan. I am already looking forward to coming back!
Chloé
Encounters, with the dolphins as well as with the people, beyond all our hopes. Everyone moved us, delighted us, and accepted us just as we are! Thank you, thank you, thank you! We leave with shining eyes and hearts full of joy!
Anouk and Claudia
Thank you for this wonderful week! We spent magical moments with you, the other members and the dolphins. These very special moments, full of generosity, remain deeply engraved in us. Take care of yourselves and keep making eyes sparkle!
Claire and Mica
As always, this week was magical and organised with so much heart by Karin, Hassan and the crew (both those who accompany us at sea and those who work while we enjoy ourselves), who do everything to make this cruise a unique moment in our lives!! They put their whole heart into making everything perfect! Shukran, a thousand times, for everything! Thank you too, Océane, for the beautiful energy you radiate! Thank you again, Karin, for introducing me to Zen-ness in freediving. So many magical moments meeting the “Abu Salama”, who gave us pure moments of happiness, sharing, play and peaceful swimming among them. We have so much to learn from them! Encounters, and the beauty of observing the other inhabitants of this magnificent, majestic lagoon, turtles and more… In short, just a huge shukran for allowing us to experience all this! Oh yes, and of course Charlie, an incredible little furball we would love to take home in our suitcase! See you soon, Inch’Allah.
Chantal
Thank you for accepting us at the last minute, even though it was full. It was a wonderful adventure! Rest, and kindness from the whole crew, from Océane and from Karin, of course! The guides were always smiling and very professional. A magical experience with the dolphins, the turtles and the whole underwater world, where you realise even more how fragile this ecosystem is. The exchange of looks with the dolphins and the turtles will stay engraved in my heart for life. This week accompanies the transformation I am going through right now. Thank you for everything you do.
Christine
Thank you so much for this incredible week!! We had a really great time, everyone was super nice and kind. The crew were really cool and patient with us. Thank you for these unforgettable memories and for all these great discoveries. Big hugs to everyone and once again a huge thank you!
Tatiana, 14 years old
Thank you so much for everything you showed us, I had a magical experience. Keep doing what you do: you are caring, kind, patient, understanding, adorable, wonderful, nice, funny, and I really love the atmosphere here. Thank you again, stay just as you are!
Tiphaine, 11 years old
With all these magical moments in such a heavenly setting, and the elements that suit me so well, I have simply lived a dream that I still cannot quite believe. A huge THANK YOU!
Lionel
September 2025
A huge thank you to the whole team, and especially to you, Karin, for your kindness and good humour throughout this wonderful cruise. The dolphins made me cry twice: the first time when they came to meet us, and the second time when they left us… My heart and my head are full of beautiful memories that I will never forget.
Sylvie
Dear team, a boat took me to the wonderful land beneath the waves. A crew and a close-knit couple, full of gentleness and kindness, pampered me. Joyful dreams full of humanity accompanied me in laughter and in knowing looks of pure joy. I held my breath and I have never breathed so well. Life, colours, songs and clinking sounds lulled these nights; I dreamed with my eyes wide open, and I met the deep, loving light of the dolphins. I will never forget that mother and her little one. A message, a sharing. Thank you for all of this. See you soon!
Kim
Dear Karin, Hassan, and the members of the crew, thanks to you, to the dolphins and to the beings who live in the lagoon, I was able to enjoy a beautiful week immersed in wild nature and in these ever-present elements: water, sun and wind. Thank you for all these gifts. Thank you for everything, because these gifts will live in my heart for a long time.
Irène
At four years old, I watched Cousteau’s films with passion. At 10, I wanted to become an underwater archaeologist; I became a historian of Antiquity, but I never practised my profession at sea. Yet my passion for water remained intact, and with it the dream of swimming with dolphins. And now I have made it come true, thanks to all of you, Karin, Hassan, Charlie and the whole crew! A thousand thanks; I leave with stars in my eyes, warmth in my heart and lots of smiles in my box of memories. Shukran!
Carole
Your dreams and your passion have been transformed into the creator of your talents and your know-how. Around this project you have brought together a team and a splendid boat, thanks to your initial energy. You allowed us to fulfil one of our childhood dreams: swimming with these marvellous beings of the sea, the dolphins. Thank you so much for that.
Carine
July 2025
This week was magical; words fail me to describe everything I feel. I had wonderful encounters with the dolphins during the snorkelling outings. I got to discover lots of fish I had never seen before. I even saw a shrimp and some rays. Not to mention the incredible atmosphere on the boat. From the very first day, you feel as if you are among old friends. Karin’s positive energy contributes greatly to the good atmosphere of this cruise, as does the discreet, behind-the-scenes work of the incredible crew. Hassan and Karin’s impeccable management lets you let go, knowing that everything will run smoothly. What else can I say? The restaurant is incredible, the food delicious and the cabins comfortable, which makes this cruise truly memorable. Thank you so much, Karin, Hassan and the whole crew, for this wonderful week of encounters with the dolphins. Until the next cruise!
Célia
Great week! Lots of discoveries, I loved snorkelling on the reefs, I discovered lots of pretty fish. The encounter with the dolphins was incredible: several times I found myself surrounded by dozens of dolphins, it is an incredible feeling! It is very moving to see them so close that you can make out their scars. Lovely encounters and a great atmosphere on the boat! The crew is great; you don’t even notice they are there, and everything gets done. The boat is always very clean. A big thank you to the whole team, to Karin, Hassan and Océane. Can’t wait to come back. PS: A big thank you also to the chef and the pastry chef. It was excellent!
Noémie
What an incredible week! A crew that takes great care of you, excellent food with lots of delicious specialities! We were even lucky enough to have a pastry chef, so good! And what about the dives? I loved the 6:30 am dive, which let us snorkel among loads of fish. As for swimming with the dolphins, it is an incredible experience, hard to put into words. The wonder and the feeling of swimming among the dolphins and being able to watch them. Thank you for this incredible adventure! And roll on next time!
Anaïs
Thank you all so much for this incredible holiday! I loved the comfort of your boat, the fresh juices after every dive, the colourful fish and the playful dolphins, the board games, the atmosphere! Well done to the whole crew, the cook, the guides and everyone for this dream week. Keep it up.
Valentine
Dear Karin, dear Hassan, dear Charlie, I had an unforgettable week, just like last year, and I am already looking forward to next year. You are people dear to me, and as I told you, you are among the people I keep in my heart. Thank you for putting stars in my eyes. Thanks to you, I was able to fulfil my dream of swimming with dolphins. A thousand thanks, thank you, thank you, thank you! From now on, I will no longer say “we’re going on holiday to Egypt to swim with the dolphins”, but “we’re going on holiday to see our family in Egypt”.
Céline
What a beautiful human adventure you gave us, and what wonderful moments of friendship we shared throughout this magical week in dolphin paradise. Dear Hassan and Karin, we have only one word to say to you: thank you!
Pascal and Béatrice
November 2024
A thousand thanks for this magical week, a week full of magic and gentleness, a wonderful team, nothing but good energy and lots of love that will remain engraved in my heart.
Charlotte
A THANK YOU, but one so full of emotion that words would fall short. My second stay on the BlueFin, and what a wonderful team! I experienced incredible emotions, even more unforgettable than last year. A thousand thanks to Karin, Hassan and the whole team!
Michel
Who could have imagined such a week? Great cohesion among the crew, lots of laughter and smiles, real kindness, an encounter among surprising peers with an unexpected bond, a magnificent week! And Inch’Allah, Al Hamdoulilah, we will be back! Thank you, 1000 shukran, this will remain an unforgettable week.
Gabriela
October 2024
The full moon lights up the end of our stay… a huge thank you to the whole team for this magnificent week, which will keep shining for a long, long time. Thank you for all the care given to each person and to every detail that makes this week so wonderful. May the turtles of the Sataya lagoon come and surprise you again at sunset, with joy and great gratitude.
Hélène
A huge thank you for this magical week, out of time, so enriching, full of kindness, happiness and love. I will keep forever in my heart these incredible encounters with the dolphins and the marine world, accompanied and encouraged by our guide. Thank you to this whole wonderful crew who accompanied us and took such good care of us. And above all, thank you to Karin and Hassan for creating this beautiful project and sharing their passion.
Mélanie
Thank you so much for this unforgettable week. A great atmosphere, a super crew, funny, attentive and respectful! Between the magnificent buffets and the very welcoming and warm boat, you are the best! Not to mention the breathtaking encounter with the dolphins and the lagoon. The equipment is in very good condition, which is great to see. All this, plus everyone’s joy and good humour, makes the trip even more touching. Thank you for everything!
Maïka
Memories for life, stars in our eyes and in our hearts. Discovering the marine world, and meeting the dolphins as the icing on the cake. Congratulations on this magical alchemy!
Katen
Thank you for this unforgettable week full of adventures, whether with the dolphins or on the reefs. Thank you for introducing me to freediving. With a super friendly crew, always smiling and funny. Thank you!
Lého, 12 years old
Rediscover my inner child: done! Experience a breathtaking encounter with the dolphins in the turquoise waters of the Red Sea: done! Overcome my fear of putting my head under water and experience freediving: done! Be welcomed like a queen by an exceptional crew with such sincere and generous smiles: done! Live a magical adventure thanks to the crazy dreams of Hassan and Karin: done! For all of this, all there is to say is THANK YOU! PS: Pumbaa and Timon will be back!
Sarah
Dear Karin, dear Hassan and dear Crew, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and praise for the wonderful days I was able to spend with you. I especially appreciate the love you put into this boat and this wonderful and amazing trip. Everything for the benefit of the guests – we can feel the positive energy what makes it even more special I wish you all the very best ! Lots of love !
Noomi
October 2023
We had wanted to experience this adventure for a very long time… And here we are, we were able to make our dream come true! What a wonderful week to relax, enjoy the present moment and swim with the dolphins, swimming in a real aquarium! So much beauty! And so much kindness from the crew! For their efficient presence, thank you! Thank you, Karin and Hassan, for running this whole enterprise and wanting the very best for us! I leave with my head full of dreamlike images!
Carole
Thank you! This week was sooo great. I loved seeing the dolphins and fish of a thousand colours. The evenings were super cool and the meals delicious. One of the best holidays I have ever had. A holiday in the biggest swimming pool in the world! Thank you for everything! It was sooo great!
Elisa Lou, 14 years old
A few “magic moments” in this week full of sunshine, friendship and dolphins! A privilege to be here and to benefit from everyone’s experience, from the guide to the cooks and everyone’s helping hands. Thank you.
Serge
A big thank you to the whole crew and to all the participants of this cruise. For being able to share these wonderful moments with a good friend and her brother, who took us travelling in his underwater world. We spent a week full of humour and conviviality, always in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Thank you to Océane and Maïla for their mermaid voices and to all the musicians for their music.
Cynthia
An incredible memory of swimming with dolphins and seeing all those magnificent fish and corals. I was lucky enough to learn freediving with my brother and Soufian. And finally, thank you to the whole team! Especially the cook, for letting me use his kitchen to make cookies!
Valérie
A unique experience, a relaxed and very friendly atmosphere! A caring crew, pleasant fellow participants. Very good food! Breathtaking underwater landscapes. We saw the dolphins five days out of seven. The lagoon… magnificent! Thank you all, staff and participants!
Claude and Noémie
A dream long imagined… A dream now come true! It will stay engraved in the depths of my heart. Thank you for everything the crew and you, Karin, made possible for me.
Nathalie
Dear Karin, Hassan and the whole crew, I’d like to thank you for this beautiful week. I will never forget the time I spent here … all the wonderful moments! And a huge thank you to the whole crew, they are the best! So helpful, kind, funny…
Enya
Nach einer Woche Dolphin Lagoon auch im Herzen barfuss! After one week of Dolphin Lagoon, barefoot in our hearts too!
Andrea
Thank you Karin, Hassan and the whole crew for this superb week; the place, the people and the dolphins managed to make us let go. Thank you for these magical moments with the dolphins and the fish, all these beautiful moments in their company thanks to you! Thank you also to the cook, who clearly delivered, to the people who looked after the service, and also to the whole technical team who, even though we didn’t see them much, delivered just as well. Thank you to our guide and our super zodiac driver, because without them we would have seen neither dolphins nor fish. But above all, a big thank you to Karin for everything you shared with us about the dolphins!
Maeva, Abigail, Esteban, Léo, Numa, Jean, Carole, Laetitia, Vanessa, Françoise, Patrice
September 2023
Dear Karin, dear Hassan, dear all, you put lots of smiles on our faces! A big thank you for this wonderful discovery of the lagoon, of swimming with the dolphins and of snorkelling. So many new experiences! How fantastic to approach the dolphins and be able to swim, even dance, with them! Pure happiness! A big thank you for your help throughout the week. I wish you all the best as the adventure continues with the BlueFin and Dolphin Lagoon. Have fun!
Antoinette
Happiness is right here! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Elisabeth
Dear Karin, dear Hassan, dear team, it is with mixed emotions that we leave the BlueFin. Meeting you and all the staff, the discovery and the magical moments spent with the dolphins, the wonder at the splendour of the coral reef and its magnificent fish. Thank you for these unforgettable moments, these delicious meals and for your support throughout this incredible week on the Red Sea. We wish you all the best and every success as your adventure continues.
Erika and Alexis
Dear Karin, dear team, thank you with all my heart for the wonderful moments you let us discover. For me, everything was perfect, a team that took great care of us. Well done, and all the best with your beautiful project!
Élisabeth (Lisa)
