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El Gouna

El Gouna city :

Egypt’s Al Gouna is a great place to visit, especially if you like water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, and windsurfing. This is because there are so many beaches in the area, which offer a lot of fun things to do. People say that the weather in El Gouna is like that of a desert. Most of the time, there is a lot of bright sunshine. The average temperature is the same, at 23.1 degrees Fahrenheit.

All the information about traveling to El Gouna:

  • El Gouna Location
  • Weather
  • Best Places in El Gouna
  • Facilities in El Gouna
  • Excursions to Do in El Gouna
  • Tours from El Gouna

Location :

Scuba diving in the Red Sea near Hurghada
Scuba diving in the Red Sea near Hurghada

It is 20 kilometers north of Hurghada on the Red Sea. It belongs to an Egyptian businessman named “Samih Sawiris.” He is the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of Orascom Development Holding AG. In 1989, he opened this amazing resort.

Weather :

Boat trip for snorkeling in the Red Sea from Hurghada
Boat trip for snorkeling in the Red Sea from Hurghada

Summertime in the El Gouna area is usually hot and dry, therefore gloomy or overcast days are quite rare. In May and June, a typical summer day will include bright skies and temperatures about 29°C, with the sun shining for an average of 10 hours a day.

Places in El Gouna :

“Downtown” in El Gouna is home to a large number of supermarkets, while the “Tamer Henna Square” neighborhood features a wonderful restaurant where you can get all of your meals, as well as the now established “Abu-Tig Marina,” which features a golf course, hotels, restaurants, shops, a school, and an airport.

Yacht trip on the Red Sea in Hurghada
Yacht trip on the Red Sea in Hurghada

All That Makes El Gouna Special :

  • There are more than 18 opulent hotels, ranging from three to five ratings, with 2895 rooms to choose from.
  • If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, you’ll be pleased to know that it has a number of golf courses.
  • A totally equipped hospital 24/7 for any medical treatment.
  • A small airport and an international school are also located in the resort. There are also three marinas: Abydos Marina, the Abu Tig Marina, and the Abu Tig Marina Extension. The latter is the most upscale retail and eating spot in the area.
  • A 90-item collection at a modest museum.
  • A small Aquarium.
  • Some tennis courts and a football stadium.
  • Some cafés and restaurants may be found in the house stables.
  • A mosque and a Coptic church.

Best Excursions to Do on it :

Scuba Diving:

Scuba diving in the Red Sea
Scuba diving in the Red Sea

Al Gouna is an ideal diving location for both novices and seasoned professionals. When you go scuba diving, you go on an exciting journey into a whole new world, one populated by fantastical species and stunning natural beauty.

Snorkeling :

It’s a fun pastime that may be used in areas like Al Gouna, a popular tourist destination in Egypt. Because it doesn’t require a lot of work, it’s appealing to people of all ages.

Safari Trips by a Quad bike:

Diver exploring the clear water of the Red Sea
Diver exploring the clear water of the Red Sea

It’s possible to enjoy cultural experiences as well as outdoor activities like riding a camel and hiking up a hill while also getting a chance to see the sun set.

Tours from El Gouna :

Trips to Cairo from It :

Family relaxing near the Great Sphinx during a private Giza tour
Family relaxing near the Great Sphinx during a private Giza tour

The most interesting thing to do in Al Gouna is to see Cairo’s famous landmarks, such as the Giza Pyramids, the Great Khufu Pyramid, the enigmatic Sphinx, and of course, the Egyptian Museum. All of these may be found in Cairo. “Trips In Egypt” is a Tripadvisor-listed business in El Gouna Red Sea that offers a broad choice of trips from El Gouna to Egypt’s most popular tourist destinations.

Trips to Luxor from Al Gouna :

Hot air balloon over Luxor at sunrise
Hot air balloon over Luxor at sunrise

The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and no doubt Karnak Temple are all must-see Luxor sites while you’re in El Gouna.

Trips to Aswan & Abu Simbel from Al Gouna :

Boat for a Red Sea snorkeling and diving trip
Boat for a Red Sea snorkeling and diving trip

See the Egyptian Civilization in its full splendor by visiting the major attractions in Aswan. Among the attractions you may see are the enormous High Dam, the awe-inspiring Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and the magnificent Abu Simbel Temple.

Trips to Alexandria from Al Gouna :

The tilted disc roof of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina by the Mediterranean
The tilted disc roof of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina by the Mediterranean

Known as the bride of the Mediterranean Sea, Alexandria has magnificent beaches and a plethora of historic sites. You may visit Alexandria from Al Gouna and see the Library of Alexandria, the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, and the majestic Citadel of Qaitbay while you’re there.

Outstanding Nile Cruises from it :

Travelers in front of the pylon of Edfu Temple on a Nile cruise excursion
Travelers in front of the pylon of Edfu Temple on a Nile cruise excursion

What better way to see the globe than on a Nile Cruise with your family or friends.

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