Sandwiched between the shores of the splendid Red Sea and the mountains, El Gouna is a great vacation spot. High quality accommodation, health treatments, wonderful shopping experience, memorable dining facilities, clubs, pubs, sprawling beaches, uninhabited islands and water sporting activities make El Gouna a lovely resort to relax and enjoy adventure. Dubbed ‘the Venice of the Red Sea’, El Gouna is characterised by the luxurious villas and breath taking views of the mountainous terrains and the Red Sea.

Attractions:

With many rare exhibits, the El Gouna museum is undoubtedly a prominent attraction in the resort. Established in the year 1996, the museum is equipped with three interactive computers that provide detailed information on the exhibits. The museum comprises a gallery that displays rare specimens from modern Egyptian art.

The 18-hole golf courses of El Gouna are highlights in themselves. Zeytuna Beach and the Mangroovy beach are the attractive beaches of the resort. An aquarium, a major highlight located downtown in Kafr El Gouna is home to a wide variety of marine life and baby crocodiles.

The Fish and Fowl farm is also a much visited place in El Gouna by kids as well as families. The farm has wide varieties of fish and bird species. The ecopark allows kids to learn a lot about the nature and the animal kingdom.

Beyond El Gouna there are a few attractions that are a must visit for any travellers. Tawila Island, Gubal Island, the Monasteries of St. Paul and St. Anthony, Porphyry Mountains, Mons Claudianus and Luxor are the other primary attractions near the resort.

Activities:

Boat rides to the nearby islands of Tawila and Gubal are a memorable experience for the visitors. The islands, with their vast expanse of coral reefs and beaches are perfect for snorkelling and scuba diving. Golfing can be enjoyed in one of the beautiful 18-hole golf courses of El Gouna.

Water sporting activities like chartered fishing, glass bottomed boat tours, catamaran cruises, canoeing, kayaking, banana rids, pedal boating, swimming, surfing, skiing and sailing excursions are widely enjoyed by the tourists.

Those tired of water sports and other activities can entertain themselves by visiting the art village in the resort. For an art lover the live music, traditional music and dance performances, etc can be a different way of enjoying the holiday in El Gouna.

Travellers can explore the deserts in four-wheel drives, quad bikes and camel rides. Other activities meant for the visitors in the resort are horse back riding, tennis, bicycling, mini golf, go-karting, paint ball and pony rides.

Shopping:

Tourists won’t mind the weight of their luggage being increased with a few souvenirs and items from El Gouna. The quintessential Egyptian artifacts, furniture, hand-made Turkish lamps, antiques and souvenirs are the unique specialties in the markets of El Gouna. There is a good selection of shops, from where trendy furniture and clothing can be bought. The Marina boardwalk has a gamut of boutiques and shops that offer international brands to the shoppers to choose from.

Nightlife:

The nightlife scene of El Gouna is known for its pulsating energy and entertainment. Kafr el Gouna and Abu Tig Marina are flocked by tourists for the ultra modern bars, pubs, billiard bars, karaoke cafes, open-air discos and beach bars. The Mangroovy beach is renowned for the live events, concerts and Barbeque beach parties. The hotels in the resort also organise different kinds of entertainment every night for the boarders. Studio 52 is also a famous night haunt for the locals and tourists alike.

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