El Gouna
El Gouna is 30km north of Hurghada and was commissioned by a very wealthy Egyptian who decided to reclaim land from the sea to build luxury hotels surrounded by inland waterways.
The resort is well established, offers first class facilities and has become a very popular resort. With its grand hotels and marina full of “gin palaces”, it breathes an air of luxury.
Since our first Kitesurfing days in El Gouna, nearly 5 years ago, there are now four superb flat water kite spot`s and three centres – so much to kite surf.
Waveriders recommend this resort mainly for the independant rider with family or friends.
Wind conditions:
The predominant wind direction is northwest. At Mangroovy Beach, the wind blows cross-shore (from left). When, for instance, the wind is turning west in Hurghada, it is blowing slantwise offshore and is getting very gusty. Because of the coastline’s alignment at Mangroovy Beach, however, it’s still coming cross-shore. The kite beach is completely unspoilt northwards, so there isn’t any lee-side turbulence.
Local winds are strongly dependent on pressure distribution over the Mediterranean. In case of a low-pressure area shifting eastwards across Greece and Turkey, for instance, local winds are disturbed. If it’s going really bad, especially during winter, winds can die away for two to three days, reappear afterwards, and mostly remain stable.
Weather:
There are no rain in El Gouna.
Temperatures are pleasant all year long. For the months of December to March it is recommended, however, to take along a neoprene suit and warm clothes for the evening.
It is very hot during summer. The air is dry, and the northwest wind acts like natural air conditioning.
Hotels:
- Movenpick
5 Stars, 1-5 min. to spot
- Captains Inn
3 Stars, 5-10 min. to spot
- Ocean View
4 Stars, 5-10 min. to spot
- Sultan Bay
4 Stars, 5-10 min. to spot
- Ali Pasha
3 Stars, 5 min. to spot
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Diving in Hurghada is fantastic. I have friends how have been at Marsa Alam but havent been there myself. Have you ?