🇪🇬 El Gouna (Mangroovy Beach)
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Best directionNNW
Wind speed15–25kt
SeasonMar – Nov
Skill levelAll levels
WaterFlat lagoon
Ridden forKitesurfing
A lagoon-laced resort town on Egypt's Red Sea coast, with flat, turquoise water threading between man-made islands — one of the most beginner-friendly launches on this stretch of coast.
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Getting thereAbout 30 minutes north of Hurghada International Airport (HRG), easily reached by airport taxi or pre-arranged shuttle. A car isn't needed within El Gouna…
HazardsA large shallow lagoon, but low tide exposes sharp coral heads, rock shelves, and reef flats that can slice feet or break fins badly. Wear…
Best time of dayMorning through midday, as the Red Sea thermal engine drives steady northerly wind that peaks early before…
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