The El Gouna 18-hole golf course is set on a series of islands where tricky lagoons, imaginatively placed bunkers and desert rough lie in wait. Designed to challenge strength and skill at the individual’s own level, with prevailing winds demanding careful reading of the terrain, this year-round course enjoys fabulous views across to the Red Sea and the surrounding mountains. Buggy and equipment hire are available while the driving range and short game area provide the perfect opportunity to improve your handicap!

Opening times:
Jan - Dec

Golf course details:

Golf facilities

• Short game area
• Tuition
• Equipment hire
• Driving range
• Clubhouse
• Golf shop
• Putting green
• Golf buggy hire

No age restrictions
Open to non residents
Handicap certificate is required to play
Charges may be applicable
Golf attire required

El Gouna Tennis Club & Academy boasts four excellent clay courts for those looking to make the most of the year-round sunshine to play a few matches or simply perfect their serve.

Professional tennis and squash courts are also offered at several of the nearby hotels (Club Med & Movenpick), which can be accessed by James Villa Holidays guests for an extra charge.

Opening times:
Jan - Dec

Tennis facilities:

• Equipment hire
• Short tennis
• 4 Clay courts
• Flood lit courts
• Tennis academy

No age restrictions
Charges may be applicable

Several of El Gouna’s resort hotels feature their own gym facilities where you can work off that holiday indulgence! Here you will find a range of modern fitness and weights equipment which can be accessed by James Villa Holidays guests for an extra charge.

The largest facilities can be found within the Sheraton, Movenpick and Steigenberger Hotels, whilst the ‘LAX’ Gymnasium and Lounge is a new facility which can be found in the New Marina, which also offers state-of-the-art equipment, personal training and fitness classes.

Opening times:
Jan - Dec

Gym and Fitness facilities:

• Steam room
• Full gym
• Fitness studio
• Pool
• Pass required
• Jacuzzi
• Sauna

No age restrictions
Pass required
Charges may be applicable

Within the resort of El Gouna there is a whole host of different sports and activities available, so there is little chance that you will run out of things to do!

Many activities involve water… There is a new inflatable water park which is great fun for all ages! Open every day and fully supervised by qualified staff, this can be found within the White Phase of the resort.

Water sports are extremely popular in El Gouna, as well as Kite surfing. Many kite surfing schools can be found in El Gouna, Mangroovy Beach is the perfect location with its shallow waters and excellent winds conditions. Recognised courses for beginners and advance surfers are available with equipment available to hire.

El Gouna has many diving and snorkelling centres situated in Downtown and Abu Tig Marina, all offering clients the chance to explore the famous and stunning reefs of the Red Sea. Each centre offers a range of tuition including PADI diving certification, Beginner classes, Professional dives and Snorkelling.

One of the best ways to explore El Gouna is to book a boat trip. These make for a lovely day out and will take you around the resorts extensive lagoon network.

Back on dry land, Beach volley ball is available at most of the main beaches, there are squash courts at the Movenpick hotel, whilst bike hire is Bike hire is available at Abu Tig Marina and is another fantastic way of exploring the resort. There is a fun-filled go-karting track as well as several horse-riding centres.

The ‘Cheeky Monkeys’ is a year round amusement facility complete with an indoor air-conditioned playground with trampoline, slides and swings as well as outdoor mini-golf, football pitch and picnic area.

Finally, at Downtown, the whole family will enjoy a day out at the delightful Aquarium, or a film at the open-air cinema.

Located in two of the resort hotels, the Mövenpick and Steigenberger, El Gouna’s wonderfully luxurious ‘Angsana’ spas offer the ultimate in pampering. While the children have fun in the kids’ club, take the opportunity to revitalise your mind and body with sumptuous treatments influenced by cultures around the world, from sand massages to Turkish baths, aromatherapy to mud wraps. Relaxation guaranteed!

Alternatively, if its only a simple beauty treatment which you are after, there are also numerous beauty salons within the Marina, Downtown and the other resort hotels.

Opening times:
Jan - Dec

Spa facilites:

• Also available is an indoor pool
• Sauna
• Steam room
• Jacuzzi

Spa treatments: Facials:

• Euro Star
• Instant Lift
• Protein perks
• Pure Radiance

Massages

• Angsana signature massage
• Ibu's Secret
• Oasis
• Press Run
• Fusion signature massage
• Siam
• Rhythmic
• Ancient Glow
• Aroma Thai Dreams
• Indian Head Massage
• Ayurvedic
• Waves
• Back Energy

Pedicure:

• Tender Feet
• Feet Paraffin

Manicure:

• Delicate Hands
• Hands Paraffin

Other treatments:

• Duet scrub
• Equilibrium
• Tropical Fruit Wash
• Sandalwood Sensation
• Sun Balm (tanning)
• Lemon Yoghurt Radiance
• Aloe Sunkissing
• Rainshower Bloom body polish
• Oatmeal Honey lime Glow
• Cucumber Soother
• Duet Package
• Equilibrium Package
• Expressions Package
• Sunbalm Package
• Top to toe Package
• Power Back Package
• Glow Package
• Peace Package

No age restrictions
Open to non residents
Pass required
Charges may be applicable

In the Downtown area and Abu Tig Marina you’ll find shopping arcades and boutiques, bazaars and galleries selling everything from unusual gifts and discount designer goods to groceries and flowers, perfect for a little leisurely retail therapy.

Both Downtown and Abu Tig Marina also have supermarkets which are well-stocked with recognized brands and enable you to pick up all the essentials you require for your holiday.

With over 100 restaurants and bars offering everything from spectacular waterfront feasts to intimate candlelit suppers, the range of dining options available at El Gouna is simply unmatched. Whether you opt for sumptuous seafood, exotic Asian food, fine French cuisine or a simple pizza, it’s well worth spoiling yourself with a few meals out during your stay!

Don't forget, that El Gouna benefits from being outside of the Euro-zone, and so meals out are incredibly good value for money. There are restaurants to suit all budgets and many main dishes average between 550 – 900 EGP (£5.50 - £9.00)

A wander around Abu Tig Marina, and you will stumble upon a beach bar with great views, an Italian restaurant serving yummy pizzas, a delicious seafood restaurant with romantic ambience facing the sea, an American-style steakhouse with great atmosphere, delicious Belgian cuisine with live piano music, an elegant French restaurant, a gourmet German-Swiss restaurant, an authentic Moroccan restaurant with entertainment in the form of belly-dancers, Scandinavian specialties, mouth-watering sushi, an up-market Champagne bar, and an exotic Vietnamese restaurant to name a few!

In Downtown you have a choice of authentic Egyptian cuisine, an Art Café, a wonderful Greek Taverna, tasty Tapas, a Chinese restaurant serving addictive Pekingese and Shanhai cuisine, a fun-filled and lively Sports bar, a couple more Italian restaurants serving superb homemade food, and an appetizing Thai restaurant. There are also numerous bustling coffee shops, snack bars and specialty outlets such as a juice bar, crèperie and fish & chips takeaway!

The hotels within El Gouna, also offer a great selection of top-notch restaurants and bars, whilst if it’s a bit of nightlife that you’re after, El Gouna also plays host to a number of great bars and pubs which can be found in both Abu Tig Marina and Downtown. Dependent upon the time of year, you may sometimes find that there is live entertainment in the form of singers and dancers, in Abu Tig Marina and Downtown, as well as street and beach parties.

Getting around in El Gouna couldn’t be easier, with a variety of transportation options within the resort, from taxis and ‘Tok Toks’, to regular shuttle buses and taxi boats. If you call ‘0’ from the phone line in your property, you can speak to the operator who will order you a taxi or Tok Tok. You can hop in a Tok Tok for 50 EGP (50p) per person, or there are always plenty of taxis which cost around 200 EGP (£2) per journey. In addition, there are large blue buses which run frequently around the resort, as well two large, colourful and ornate buses, which the president of Pakistan gave to El Gouna as a token of appreciation for the time he enjoyed spending there.

Kids’ clubs are available within several of the resort hotels at El Gouna, offering a wide range of activities and entertainment for children of all ages. Designed to be fun and stimulating, your children will love the daily interaction with others, giving you the opportunity for a little down time.

There is also a fabulous kids club called ‘Les Petites Nursery’ which is situated within Downtown, and is available for children ages 3mths – 5yrs and offers various fun activities and events. These are all available to our customers for a small fee which are payable locally.

Many of the hotels within the resort boast indoor and outdoor pools, which can often be used by our customers for an extra charge. These include the Movenpick and Sheraton Hotels.

There are plenty of beaches to choose from at and around El Gouna, so whether you choose to soak up the blissful sun and relax from the comfort of your sun lounger, or snorkel in the warm, clear waters, El Gouna makes for a great beach holiday destination.

Mangroovy Beach, located close to the Abu Tig Marina, is one of the most popular beaches for sports activities, such as kite surfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, volleyball and football. It also plays host to beach parties and barbecues during the summer months, and facilities here include towels, washing & changing facilities as well as a restaurant and bar.

Buzzha Beach is situated around 15 minutes from downtown and is a lovely quiet retreat. Activities here include billiards, table football, beach volley and there is also a children's playground, all of which are free of charge.

Finally, Zeytouna is a beautiful yet lively beach. Located on its own island surrounded by the sea and lagoons, it can be reached by shuttle boat from Downtown and the Sultan Bay Hotel or walk across the bridges from the Sheraton Hotel. This beach has a jetty that provides access to deeper water and the coral reef plateau, perfect for snorkeling. You can take part in camel riding, volleyball and football. Beach facilities include towels, bathroom, shower and snack bar.