El Gouna

El Gouna is a self-sufficient, fully integrated resort city of 24,000 on the Red Sea coast just north of Hurghada.

El Gouna’s facilities include a landing strip, 3 international standard marinas, universities and schools, an 18-hole championship golf course, 17 hotels, 2 spas, and a state-of-the-art gym. The town has over a hundred restaurants, scuba diving, yachting, fishing, and fully-equipped water sports centers, tennis and horse-back-riding.

Tourist office

• Marketing Office, El Gouna - Tamr Henna, H9 Building ☎ +20 65 3549 702 +20 65 3549 065

Travel to El Gouna

Located 35 kilometers north of Hurghada International Airport which handles flight from Xairo, Istanbul, and many European citiss.

How to get around in El Gouna

There are various transport options available within the resort from regular shuttle buses and taxi boats to limousines and tok tok services. The roads are very quiet and have pavements for pedestrians to walk along safely.

You can request to reserve a taxi from your hotel or check the local bus timetables for buses that stop in front of your hotel.

What to see in El Gouna

El Gouna has a wide variety of sports and recreation facilities. These include leisure pursuits such as horse-riding, camel-riding, go-kart racing, scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing.

• Scuba Diving: Almost every hotel has its own scuba dive facility from which you can explore the northern part of the Red Sea. Top attractions are the wrecks of Abu Nuhas or the wrecks of Rosalie Moller behind Tawila Island.
• Tawila Island: A real 'escape to nature' from the resort bustle, this quiet island offers sparkling white sandy beaches and serenity. Located over an hour from El Gouna, Muslim travellers might get the chance to watch dolphins jumping in and out of the surf along the way to Tawila Island.
• Galatea Boat: to Gobal Island. Private day trips for diving or fish barbecues are available too.
• Quad Runner: Discover the secrets of the desert with an exhilarating drive through the sand dunes. Early morning and sunset trips are available. Quads are available for a desert safari, a full moon trip, or a visit to the Bedouin camps.
• Lagoon Trip: Tour El Gouna by boat every Wednesday and Saturday morning. Bookings can be made through the Information Centre in Tamr Henna, or at your hotel's reception.
• Zeytouna Beach: Zeytouna Beach is located on its own island surrounded by sea and lagoons. At Zeytouna Beach you can enjoy beach volleyball, snorkelling, football, and dancing lessons. Beach services include towels, drinks and food, bathrooms, and fresh-water showers.
• Mangroovy Beach: Located just north of the Abu Tig Marina, Mangroovy Beach is the Red Sea's best spot for kitesurfing. Windsurfing, snorkelling, beach volleyball or football are also available.
• Flying Dutchman Hydrofoil Submarine: The Flying Dutchman will take you from Abydos Marina to the coral reefs in only 10-15 minutes. Along the way there is a very good chance you will pass dolphins swimming quickly to try and keep up with your boat! The glass bottom of the boat shoes you the underwater world.
• Abu Tig Marina: The first purpose built yacht marina in the Red Sea, Abu Tig houses El Gouna’s most exclusive shopping and dining outlets, hotels and real estate properties. Abu Tig has been the harbour of choice for several international yacht rallies such as the Med-Red, Vasco de Gama, and Blue Water rallies.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for El Gouna

• Golf: The resort’s 18-hole championship course offers year-round golfing for players from novices to professionals. The club offers a full range of retail products, rental equipment, driving range facilities, and PGA tuition for players looking to improve their game. Designed by Gene Bates and Fred Couples the course features three different men’s and ladies’ tees, bunkers, lagoons, an aqua driving range and desert rough to challenge players. The aqua driving range can accommodate up to 30 players.
• Kitesurfing: The resort’s five kite centres provide facilities, equipment and training staff with courses for beginners and advanced surfers. El Gouna’s beaches, excellent winds, and all-year sunny weather attract droves of kite surfers regularly, while its shallow waters are suited to beginners learning moves.
• Diving: El Gouna’s nine certified diving centres and easy access to the finest reefs and wrecks in the Red Sea make it a diver’s paradise. Each centre offers a complete range of diving education, including PADI diving certification, from beginner through to professional level. El Gouna’s The Dive Tribe is also a certified National Geographic Diving Centre. The heated pools and calm reefs of El Gouna are ideal for beginners wanting to perfect their skills.
• Junior Diving: Some dive centres offer diving programs and courses tailored for kids, which include PADI Bubble Maker, Discover Scuba Diving, Junior Scuba Diving, and a Junior Open Water Diving and Snorkelling course. Special discounts are available for young children.
• Handicapped Diving: El Gouna offers diving programms to Muslims with reduced mobility. Guests are able to complete a standard scuba diver course, with minor adjustments as necessary, depending on the type of disability. All divers must complete a medical questionnaire, and those with a handicap are required to produce a medical certificate stating that they are fit to dive. It is advisable to get in touch with the dive centre and discuss individual needs in advance. Dive schools with facilities tailored specifically for divers with physical disabilities can be found in Sheraton Miramar, TTC Rihana, and Mövenpick Resort & Spa.
• Spa: Angsana Spa offers two spa locations in El Gouna: at the Mövenpick Resort & Spa and the El Gouna Golf Club. Both have a wide selection of beauty massages, private secluded sauna and steam bath treatments for singles and couples. A spa session can be booked in any spa in El Gouna regardless of your hotel of residence. Contact the El Gouna Spa Concierge at your hotel for more information.
• Windsurfing: The Sports and Fun Aqua Centres offer windsurfing and other aqua sport activities. The centres operate from Mangroovy Beach and the Steigenberger, and Rihana resorts.
• Go-Karts: Burn rubber on the popular go-kart circuit, which is located on the road between the Downtown area and the Marina.
• Horseback riding: Ride horses and camels at the Mövenpick Hotel and Zeytouna Beach or go for full service with Arabian cross horses and ponies for children at Yalla Horse Stables.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in El Gouna

Outlets offer a range of goods from practical to ethnic to high fashion. The resort’s many shops are grouped around two distinctive centres: the Downtown area and Abu Tig Marina.

Built in a traditional Egyptian style complete with bustling inner courtyards, winding alleys and a series of brick domes, El Gouna’s Downtown offers a variety of interesting and exotic shopping arcades, bazaars, boutiques and arts and crafts galleries. Courtyard cafes, restaurants are interspersed throughout the vicinity to provide visitors with refreshments during their authentic Egyptian shopping experience.

The Abu Tig Marina has fashionable boutiques at a range of prices. With restaurants, cafes and bars, Abu Tig is a good spot for all-day shopping.

Halal Restaurants

The resort is home to a variety of excellent cuisine, with over 100 different Halal dining outlets to choose from that offer fine dining options through to casual cuisine, and include a variety of cafes and Coffee shops.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to El Gouna

El Gouna - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to El Gouna, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for El Gouna. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in El Gouna and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to El Gouna. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to El Gouna. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in El Gouna: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in El Gouna.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in El Gouna: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in El Gouna, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in El Gouna.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in El Gouna, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in El Gouna, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within El Gouna and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in El Gouna, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in El Gouna, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of El Gouna without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for El Gouna is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring El Gouna.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group El Gouna is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in El Gouna

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At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in El Gouna ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within El Gouna. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

El Gouna is host to 17 hotels and resorts. Accommodation options include the convenience of a marina inn and the charm of a downtown boutique hotel and the luxury of a five-star beach resort.

• .io//2023-09-16&checkOut=2023-09-17&6662&&Movenpick+Resort+%26+Spa+El+Gouna&hotelId=260092&&.Zz2625792037f1420dbaa1659-206204 Movenpick Resort & Spa El Gouna - The Mövenpick Resort & Spa El Gouna is nestled on a peninsula, with its own beachfront. It offers spectacular views of the Red Sea and the tranquil lagoons and the lush gardens. The charming center of El Gouna with its picturesque architecture and numerous attractions is a few minutes away and Hurghada International Airport can be visited in 30 minutes.

• .io//2023-09-16&checkOut=2023-09-17&6662&&Cook’s+Club+El+Gouna+%28Adults+Only%29&hotelId=276001&&.Zz09234e7bae4b43d1824776e-206204 Cook’s Club El Gouna (Adults Only)] Cook’s Club El Gouna is a mid-sized hotel offering the amenities expected of a Red Sea holiday resort. Built along the saltwater lagoon that separates the island of Kafr El Gouna from the Downtown mainland area and the hotel offers a waterfront setting close to the facilities and services of El Gouna. Cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, shopping galleries, and evening dinner venues with live music and shows are within walking distance. The hotel's infinity swimmingpool overlooks a swimming lagoon bordered by a small sandy beach. Arena Inn guests also have access to the hotel's sea beach on nearby Zeytouna Island, reached by shuttle boat or bus, where snorkeling is available. 144 hotel rooms in three main buildings facing the lagoon on one side and the golf course on the other.

Be safe

• The town has an international standard hospital providing 24-hour emergency care.

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