El Gouna

El Gouna is a purpose-built, privately-developed resort around 25 kilometers north of Hurghada. Although there is little that resembles a 'genuine' Egypt here, it has been beautifully designed, with a variety of boutique hotels, spas, and private villas available for rent. The resort is known for its kitesurfing and has an 18-hole golf course, all of which are placed in a much more calm surroundings than Hurghada. Visitors may wander around freely without being continually hassled to buy trinkets, and the nightlife is much more mellow than other of Sharm's more flamboyant parts.

The shoreline in Abu Tig is a great area to spend an evening, and there are numerous fantastic restaurants there. Wreck divers go to El Gouna because of its vicinity to Sha'ab Abu Nuhas, which is home to the Chisola K, Carnatic, and Giannis D, among other famous wrecks. Sha'ab El Erg and Dolphin House, which is less regularly visited by Hurghada day boats, is home to a big pod of dolphins with frequent encounters.

How to get there: Direct flights to Hurghada are available from most European countries, and transfers to El Gouna will be arranged by your hotel or accommodation
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