Since I started kiteboarding El Gouna was kept coming to my attention but never since I was always looking for the spots with most wind and Hamata always one. However as I was looking for a quick escape in June and the wind chance was very high, I thought I’d just go for it. And wow, El Gouna is definitely very different from every other spot in Egypt since it has the most kite surf lifestyle and is very open-minded. As a kite teacher put it: „This is not Egypt, this is Disneyland!”
Even if you have a better wind chance during winter months at other spot, this spot wins with lifestyle, atmosphere and the extremely good kite centers across El Gouna.
Contents
- Pros & Cons at a glance
- General Infos about El Gouna (Wind, Water Temperature)
- How to get to El Gouna
- How to get around in El Gouna
- Spot details for El Gouna
- Kite Schools/Stations
- Checking the current wind live
- The atmosphere at the spot
- Where to stay in El Gouna
- Where to eat in El Gouna
- Ramadan in Egypt
- No wind acitivities
- Digital Nomad life in El Gouna
Pros & Cons at a glance
+ spacious flatwater spots
+ good for solo-travelers
+ good for beginners, big standing area
+ nightlife, party, good restaurants
+ relaxed and open-minded atmosphere at the spot
+ short flight from Europe (4 hours)
– not such a high wind chance as other spots in Egypt like Hamata
General Infos about El Gouna (Wind, Water Temperature)
Best Wind: June – September (although August is very hot!)
Water Temperature: full wetsuit / shorty / lycra
Water Condition: mainly flatwater, choppy
How to get to El Gouna
Transfer from Hurghada to El Gouna
As you can find really good deals which are e.g. with flight, hotel and breakfast or all-inclusive included it’s one of the cheapest options to kitesurf close to Europe for a decent price.
How to get around in El Gouna
El Gouna has a pretty cool system with Tuk Tuk’s or Tucxi’s, Uber and Taxis. They basically all cost the same but riding in a Tuk Tuk is really the best experience ?
Uber: I first thought it was a joke when I saw Tuk Tuk’s that had some Uber sticker on their front – but yes, you can also order your Uber Tuk Tuk regularly via the App! I’ve never done it since there are a lot of Tuk Tuks around.
Tuk Tuk: Fares for Tuk Tuk’s are set, which is very comfortable since you don’t have to discuss every ride: they’re 13 EGP for 1 person, 25 EGP for up to 3 persons – so a ride will cost you like 60 Cents.
Some hotels have a shuttle to the kite stations but going with a Tuk Tuk is just as easy.
Spot details for El Gouna
Kite Schools/Stations
– KBC

– Element
– Red Sea Zone
– Kite People (belonging to Mövenpick)
– Osmosis (belonging to Club Paradisio)
Checking the current wind live
The atmosphere at the spot
Where to stay in El Gouna
Where to eat in El Gouna
- Le Garage (Marina)
Gourmet Burgers – I had the Beef Avocado Burger with Guacamole and Sweet Potato fries for instance. Yummy! - The Burger Bar (Marina)
A small place with cheap option so you can simply put together your burger of choice – my favorite was beef burger with Avocado and Buffalo Mozzarella and cost me around 80 EGP, fries small are 20 EGP, big 40 EGP so you’ll have a quick and yummy dinner. They also have a vegetarian and chicken burger. - Malu’s Place (Marina)
Healthy food options and lots of good other stuff, great breakfast place. Unfortunately it was closed during Ramadan when I was there. - Swiss House (Downtown)
Locals say they have the best meat in El Gouna! Unfortunately it was closed during Ramadan when I was there.
Ramadan in Egypt

No wind acitivities
Sliders Cable Park
Diving/Snorkeling
Other No-wind-activties
- SUP, Windsurfing, Sailing
- go hiking in the mountains
- go to LAX Gym
- Tennis, Squash, Golf (18-hole championship course at El Gouna Golf Club)
- Beach Volleyball at different hotels
- Ride Go-Karts in Downtown
- Horseback Riding / Camel Riding
- for the families: Liquid Park water park with slides, inflatable toys, climbing walls, animation
Digital Nomad life in El Gouna
Mobile Internet

Short term stay
Longer term living
Coworking Cafes and Spaces
> You’re all giddy with excitement for your next kite trip – but wondering what you’ll need to pack for your adventure?
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