El Gouna

Welcome to El Gouna, a uniquely modern marvel on the edge of the Red Sea. Often called the 'Venice of the Red Sea,' this self-contained resort town is built across a series of islands and lagoons, connected by picturesque bridges…

We begin at the Abu Tig Marina, the glittering social and architectural heart of El Gouna. This world-class marina was designed by the renowned Italian architect Alfredo Freda and is widely considered one of the most beautiful in…

A short walk or boat ride away lies Zaituna Beach, located on its own private island and connected to the mainland by a long wooden pier. This beach is a perfect example of El Gouna’s unique topography. …

Heading inland, we reach Downtown El Gouna, also known as Kafr El Gouna. This area was designed to mimic the feel of a traditional Egyptian village, with narrow winding alleys, colorful plazas, and a more intimate scale than the…

El Gouna is globally recognized as one of the premier destinations for kitesurfing. The combination of consistent year-round winds, flat and shallow water in the lagoons, and wide-open spaces on the beaches makes it an ideal…

For a different kind of aquatic thrill, we visit Sliders Cable Park, one of the largest wakeboarding cable parks in the world. This facility is a testament to El Gouna’s commitment to innovation and year-round activity. …

Finally, we examine the El Gouna Golf Course, an 18-hole championship course designed by Gene Bates and Fred Couples. While a golf course in the middle of the desert might seem environmentally challenging, El Gouna has used this…

As our exploration of El Gouna comes to an end, I hope you have gained an appreciation for the vision and the detail that have created this extraordinary place. We have seen how water and land have been reshaped to create a town…