1 Day Luxor Highlights

An amazing day out visiting magnificent Luxor, the old capital of Egypt, on the banks of the River Nile. See the great temple of Karnak and the spectacular tombs of Valley of the Kings. Visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon statues and sample the delightful Nile River whilst relaxing on a felucca (felucca for customers travelling by plane only).
Return flights (or bus), lunch, transfers and Egyptologist included.

2 Day Luxor Highlights

Venture right into the heart of the Pharaonic times and explore this amazing city. This excursion visits the same sites as the one day trip, and in addition the tombs of the Nobles, the superb Luxor Temple and the breathtaking temple of Medinat Habu.

Return bus, lunch, transfers, Egyptologist and overnight accommodation on half board basis included.

1 Day Cairo Delights

Experience the last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the World and explore the legends of Ancient Egypt. On this trip visit the awesome Egyptian National Museum and see the legendary treasures of Tutankhamun, ancient artifacts and other masterpieces from the Land of the Pharaohs.

Later, visit the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, and wander around the medieval Citadel.
Return flights (or bus), lunch, transfers and Egyptologist included.

Yellow Submarine

For an amazingly unique view of the Red Sea, tropical fish and beautiful coral, climb and dive to a depth of 15-20m. You can learn all about the workings of a submarine and watch a video about species of fish you might encounter.

Transfers, drinks and English speaking guide included.

Hurghada Encounter Resort Tour

A great way to start your holiday, and a great introduction to the bustling town of Hurghada. Look around this superb resort, sample the local sights and revel in its history. Try Egyptian water pipes, relax with a local drink, visit the duty free, and go shopping amongst the colour of downtown. .

Transfers and English speaking guide included.

Seascope Semi-Submersible

Join the crew on board the Seascope and enjoy a fantastic afternoon exploring the underwater wonders of the Red Sea. As you pass over one of the region's best coral reefs, you will be able to view the corals and brightly coloured fishes through 18 large panoramic windows. Great for memorable photos!

Transfers and English speaking guide included.

Quad Adventure

Throughout the years many forms of transport have crossed the sand dunes and rocky formations of the deserts. The camels of the Bedouin still roam the Sinai and the 4-wheel drives navigate the dirt tracks.

Now there is a new form of transport which brings you even closer to nature and impressive desert scenery in an exciting and fun way.

Travel on your own Quad Bike through the spectacular desert of the Eastern Sahara and the Red Mountains.

Mahmya Island

Island hop to Mahmya, home to the one of the most amazing beaches in the Hurghada region. "Mahmya" in Arabic means "protected area", and the island is truly an oasis of peace, where human settlements are strictly forbidden.
Enjoy a mouthwatering full buffet lunch on the fine white sand beach, relax to soothing music, sunbathe, swim and snorkel all day in the crystal clear waters of Mahmya. On your journey back to the Hurghada coastline, you may possibly even see dolphins...

Buffet lunch, snorkel equipment, transfers and English speaking guide included.

"The trip to Mahmya Island was particularly good - so clean and tastefully developed for tourism without spoiling the natural setting, also spotlessly clean everywhere." - E Ellis, London

Badawaya Desert Experience

For an action-packed day, join this adventurous excursion into the desert. Cross the awe-inspiring desert in a variety of exciting ways - by jeep, quad bike, off road sand buggy, camel and sand sail.

Visit a local Bedouin village, see the desert in all its glory at sunset, enjoy a BBQ dinner and watch a fantastic show under the stars.

Dive El Gouna

A range of courses are on offer (including PADI courses) and packages for beginners and qualified divers. The dive centres featured in our programme are PADI approved and specialise in catering to the requirements of UK guests.

El Gouna is the place to come if wreck diving is your thing, with easy access to Abu Nuhas, the famous 'ship graveyard' of the Red Sea. The area is also known for frequent dolphin encounters, with the friendly creatures often surprising divers with sudden appearances on journeys to and from dive sites.

Essential Diving Info

Location: On the Red Sea coast of mainland Egypt, about 25km north of Hurghada.
Transfer time: Approximately 30 mins from Hurghada airport
Medical: Nearest recompression chamber / medical facilities are at El Gouna hospital, located a few minutes away from the dive centre.

Summary: Diving in El Gouna

From the Straits of Gubal in the north to El Fanadir in the south, around 50 dive sites are accessible by spacious and comfortable day boats leaving from the Abydos Marina in El Gouna.
Between 1 and 2 hours away, you will find dive sites ranging from shallow coral gardens such as Abu Galawa and Shaab el Erg, to wall diving sites such as Um Gamar and Blind Reef.
El Gouna is uniquely positioned to dive some of the finest wrecks in the Red Sea. The wrecks of Abu Nuhas are only 1 and a 1/2 hours away and the S/S Thistlegorm can be reached in 2 and a 1/2 hours.
Frequent Dolphin encounters in this area exhilarate divers with surprise appearances on journeys to and from dive sites.

Diving Highlights

Abu Nuhas

A ship graveyard containing the wrecks of Giannis D, Carnatic, Kimon M and Chrisoula K. All the ships are around 100m in length and found between 5 and 28 metres below the surface. These wrecks can only be dived if weather conditions permit, due to their location. There is great coral life in the area and lots of schooling fish around the wrecks.

Shaab Um Gamar

One of the nicest sites in the Hurghada area, packing lots of action into its small confines. There is a small wreck, lying at around 25m, as well as a very dense population of reef and pelagic fishes.

Marine Life

Seahorses, Stonefish, Eaglerays, Turtles, Dolphins and White tip Sharks, to name but a few.

Golf El Gouna

El Gouna's 18 hole championship course is the perfect location for year round golf holidays, offering players stunning views and a course the challenges the strength, ingenuity and skill of novice and professional alike.

Gene Bates and Fred Couples designed the El Gouna course with every level of golfer in mind, from the beginner looking to try out the game for the first time to the advanced golfer playing the tournament circuit. The course boasts up to five different tees, carefully placed bunkers, lagoons, and desert rough, all designed to challenge the individual at his or her own level.

Out on the greens, golfers find that navigating the course's pitfalls and varied wind currents challenges their creativity and hones their ability.

Golf Clubhouse

If you're looking to relax after the game, the course Clubhouse and Fitness Club offer a well-equipped gymnasium, three plunge pools, a sauna, a beautiful Turkish bath, and massage services. Additionally, the on-site Angsana Spa offers professional treatments.

The Terrace 19th Hole Bar, located in the Clubhouse, serves drinks and light snacks, while the La Rotisserie Restaurant in the Clubhouse tower offers fine French dining with a panoramic view of the course. In the course's Pro Shop you will find unique souvenirs, exclusive accessories, high-quality clothing, handmade leather articles and more.

Location & Getting There

El Gouna's golf course is centrally located at the 5* Steigenberger Golf Resort, easily accessible from most of El Gouna's hotels and from the shops, restaurants and bars of Downtown. The resort is easy to get around on foot, by taxi or by tuk-tuk; plus a shuttle bus operates from the hotels to the golf club. El Gouna is serviced by the airport at Hurghada, approximately 30 minutes south of El Gouna by road.

Facilities

* Aqua driving range with practice area (putting green, chipping & pitching area)
* Rental service for golfers - left and right handed clubs for women, men and children, pull trolleys and electric golf carts, golf bags and shoes
* Caddy house with bag storage for guest players, free of charge
* Caddying service (subject to availability)
* Clubhouse with reception
* Sun terrace with view of the golf course
* Bistro bar serving hot and cold dishes, and drinks
* Golf coaching (PGA and local professionals)
* Fully equipped Pro Shop, selling clothing, hand-made leather articles and gifts
* Changing and shower facilities
* Locker rooms (women's and men's)
* Wellness centre (including fitness room, Turkish Massage and Angsana Spa)
* Course catering - drinks and snacks on holes 4 and 14

Club Rules & Golf Course Regulations

* El Gouna Golf Club requests from guest players proof of membership in an internationally recognised golf club.
* Maximum handicap allowance is 45. Higher handicaps with permission of the Club Management or PGA Pro will be accepted at special tee times when the course is not busy.
* Tee times must be requested in advance and confirmed by the Club.
* Tee off times for 9 hole rounds are only available from 7am-8am from hole 10 and after 1pm from hole 1.
* Tee off times are subject to change.
* Golfers have to accept foursome groups.
* Soft spikes must be worn.

Disregarding any rules as stated by club management or course marshal may result in a ban from El Gouna Golf Course.

Details on the Holes

The par five fourth hole heads straight into the prevailing wind and requires at least two well-placed wood strokes to close in on the green. Because players must aim into the wind, those who draw a fade risk sending their balls into the desert, making it a uniquely challenging hole.

The ninth hole plays towards the Tower Restaurant, and while it's a relatively easy drive for beginners, it presents a serious challenge for those hitting off the championship tees. After surviving the first drive, players are faced with a second shot into the narrowest part of the fairway.

Confident long drivers will attempt to carry the sand trap that guards the front of the green, but even the best may fall short. The green itself is a large target, but once there, players often have to make long putts. Only a careful read of the terrain will save you from the dreaded three-putt.

The back nine have their own surprises. The longest par four is the fourteenth hole, where nearly 440 yards separate the championship tee from the flag. To have a reasonable shot to the green, the golfer must be courageous enough to carry a bunker on the left side of the fairway that ends 250 yards from the tee.

Fortunately, the prevailing winds can provide the extra push needed to carry this hazard. Once that's accomplished, reaching the green requires a straight long iron or a wood. Par here is an excellent score.

The following hole, a dogleg right, presents yet another interesting dilemma. With a lagoon on the right and a large bunker in the centre of the fairway, the golfer can try to carry the lagoon, which leaves only 140 yards to the green, relatively unhindered by the bunkers.

But the wind or the slightest fade can send you into the water-a pleasure when you're cooling down after a long day out in the sun, but a one-stroke penalty if you've still got your cleats on. Playing it safe to the left side of the fairway bunker, on the other hand, leaves 200 yards over a sprawling third bunker that guards the whole left side of the green.

Another signature hole is the 17th, a long, narrow, and gentle dogleg right running along the lagoon that separates the back nine from the Steigenberger Golf Hotel. Accuracy on the drive is essential to avoid the sand and water traps to the right and the fairway bunker on the left.

Rare is the golfer ambitious enough to carry both the lagoon and massive bunkers protecting the green. Playing it safe to the left leaves a relatively short iron to a large, sloping green. Tricky at first, but a good opportunity for a birdie once you know the lay of the land.