Season: Open all year round.
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced kitesurfer: KBC El Gouna, with its sunshine, clear blue waters and constant wind, offers you the best conditions for an unforgettable holiday and fast improvements. Our large shallow lagoon is more than two square kilometer in size and are the biggest in the Red Sea. Our professional VDWS-instructors accompany you safely and our beach staff is at your service all day long.
After your session, relax in the restaurant or at the beach bar, unwind by the pool (included), and enjoy your dream wingfoil or kiteboarding vacation.
See you at KBC El Gouna!
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Don’t forget these essentials:
- Your passport – valid for at least 6 more months
- Swim trunks, or bikini or swimsuit
- Flip-flops, beach shoes
- Sports sunglasses with strap, ideally polarized
- Sun hat or cap
You’ll need these, but you can rent or buy them on site:
- Sunscreen, waterproof with high SPF (the best one is available in our online shop)
- UV-protection clothing, e.g. lycra shirt (from our shop, included in the KBC Kite Event) and boardshorts
- Neoprene shoes (bring your own if you have them, otherwise available for rent or purchase on site)
- Long, thin wetsuit, shorty in summer (shorty)
You can leave these at home:
- Kite pump, as we have a compressor and hand pumps for all common valve types
- Plug adapter. Your Central European plug fits (Type C and E).
Wind, Weather & Tide
High and low tide in our lagoon
The water difference in our shallow lagoon is dependable on the tides, between 20-70cm. Generally, the water level is a little higher in winter so you can safely kite in the lagoon. In summer however, and especially around full moon, the lagoon can be completely drained for several hours. During that time, you can only kitesurf behind our reef. But don´t you worry, our rescue boat is always available in case you need help.
Wind in El Gouna
The wind at KBC El Gouna usually blows diagonally onshore from the left ("side-onshore") from a north-northwesterly direction, blowing directly, without turbulence, constantly, and without gusts from the Red Sea. There is usually significantly more wind than is predicted in most weather reports. We’ve had the best results with Windguru’s wind forecast. The “modified wind” or the displayed gusts predict the actual wind most accurately.
Temperatures in El Gouna
In spring and fall, we recommend a shorty; in summer, you can participate in kitesurfing wearing just board shorts and a wetsuit top. However, you should always remember to use very good, water-resistant sunscreen.
During the winter months (December through February), there are more days with strong and light winds—the wind isn’t quite as consistent as in the other months. We recommend long neoprene suits in the winter. Air temperatures are still mild during the day, but it gets chilly as soon as the sun goes down. So pack warm, long-sleeved clothing and a hat for when you get out of the water.
How does the wind form in El Gouna?
The wind in the Hurghada and El Gouna region—especially on the Red Sea—is generated by a combination of natural large-scale air currents and local effects:
1. Large-scale trade winds
Our region lies within the influence of the northeastern trade winds, a constant wind system circling the equator. Over the Red Sea, these trade winds regularly blow from the northwest to north-northwest. This direction is particularly dominant further north (i.e., near Hurghada and El Gouna) and ensures reliable side-shore winds.
2. Thermal winds
During the day, the land heats up much more than the sea. This temperature difference creates a low-pressure system over land that draws in cooler sea air—a classic thermal effect. Combined with the trade winds, this strengthens the wind, especially in the afternoon hours.
3. Venturi Effect Due to Topography
The landscape in El Gouna and the surrounding area—characterized by mountains, islands, and coastal formations—acts like a natural nozzle: the air is channeled and accelerated as it passes between these obstacles. This creates a locally strengthened wind.
Arrival
Arrival day daily
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Gouna is very easy and inexpensive to reach from Central Europe. The nearest airport, Hurghada, is served by almost all major airports in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, e.g., by Condor, TUIFly, SunExpress, Germania, AirCairo, FlyEgypt, and Eurowings.
The flight time is approximately 4-5 hours.
The journey from Hurghada to El Gouna takes about 30 minutes.
ONLINE PRICE COMPARISON FOR PACKAGE TOURS
We are happy to organize your transfer from the airport to the kite center through a third-party provider. The driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrivals hall. He will be carrying a sign with your name on it. He will take you and, if necessary, your equipment safely to the station or hotel, whichever you prefer. Our transfer is much faster than the bus transfers offered by travel companies, as the latter usually transport other tourists in Hurghada. This can take up to 2 hours. With us, you will usually reach your destination in 30 minutes in an air-conditioned car or minibus.
Airport Transfer
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Airport Transfer by Car (One Way)
One way pick up from Hurghada airport to El Gouna (or back) for maximum 2 person and 1 boardbag.
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28€ | Book |
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Airport Transfer by Car (Roundtrip)
Return transfer from Hurghada airport to El Gouna and back for maximum 2 person and 1 boardbag.
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50€ | Book |
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Airport Transfer by Minivan (One Way)
One way pick up from Hurghada airport to El Gouna (or back) for maximum 5 persons and 5 boardbags.
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35€ | Book |
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Airport Transfer by Minivan (Roundtrip)
Return transfer from Hurghada airport to El Gouna and back for maximum 5 persons and 5 boardbags.
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65€ | Book |
KBC Driver
The KBC driver team will gladly pick you up at your hotel and bring you to us quickly and safely. Currently, this is the best option, as KBC El Gouna is surrounded by construction sites and the TokToks often have difficulty getting through to us. The ride costs 50 Egyptian pounds per person per trip (less than €1 depending on the exchange rate).
You can easily book our driver via the KBC El Gouna hotline or WhatsApp: +20-120 444 2433
Tok Tok
An important means of transportation within El Gouna is the Tok Tok. For 50 Egyptian pounds (less than €1 depending on the exchange rate) per person and route, they will take you anywhere – no matter how long the route is. Simply tell the Tok Tok or taxi driver that your destination is "Buzzha Beach." Then the driver will know exactly where to take you.
Taxi
In addition to the Tok Toks, there are also taxis, which are relatively inexpensive.
Hotels
El Gouna is home to several vacation resorts and hotels, with options ranging from budget to luxury. The standard of quality in El Gouna is far higher than in Hurghada. As a result, even the budget hotels are very clean and can be recommended without hesitation. All hotels offer free WiFi. You’ll also find hundreds of vacation rentals in El Gouna available to tourists. Options range from simple studios to luxurious villas with private swimming pools. If you’re traveling with a group, a shared villa is usually a nicer and more affordable option than a hotel.
The standard of hotels in El Gouna is very high, so even the simpler hotels are highly recommended, such as the Ali Pasha Hotel, beautifully located on the marina promenade in the center of El Gouna. It has a pool and a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. As a guest of the Ali Pasha Hotel, you are welcome to use the pool at the Fanadir and Mosaique Hotels.
The Captains Inn is located directly in the marina of El Gouna, right in the middle of the action: next to small boutiques, cafés and lounges, restaurants and the main nightlife meeting points. The weekly Marina Street Festival with live music and shows takes place right in front of the hotel throughout the summer. As a guest of the Captains Inn, you may use the pool at the Ali Pasha, Fanadir, and Mosaique Hotels.
The Turtles Inn Hotel has 28 newly renovated rooms designed by young artists: vibrant, bright colours, urban-hip décor and floors with geometric stone patterns fill the rooms with the flair of Rio de Janeiro: lively, stimulating, refreshing. The young hotel is centrally located in the middle of the marina next to the Captains Inn. As a guest of the Turtle Inn, you may use the pool at the Ali Pasha, Fanadir, and Mosaique Hotels.
Modern design hotel directly on the kite beach (500m walking distance). Luxurious living for design-savvy travellers in an oasis of tranquillity - no kids policy. Standard rooms or villas with your own private pool, breakfast or dinner in a casual atmosphere at Casa Cook Hotel El Gouna. Attention: Hotel only from 16 years
What our guests say
Based on 576 reviews
I completed my first kiteboarding event at KBC El Gouna. Everything was superbly organized. The kite instructors and all the other staff at KBC were very dedicated and friendly. I'll definitely be back! 😀
Full service. Great spot for beginners.
I spent 10 days at the KBC station and felt incredibly well taken care of. The support was fantastic, whether at reception, with the kite instructors, the beach attendants, or in the restaurant – top-notch service everywhere. I'll definitely be back. Best regards Reto number One ;-)
I spent just one day at KBC for a two-hour kite rental, costing €55. The €55 doesn't include insurance, so if you want to do it yourself or break something, you'll obviously have to pay! The previous days, I've stayed at other establishments that charge more and don't offer additional services. KBC...
