El Gouna Golf Club

El Gouna Golf Club – Desert golf with sea views and real playing value

El Gouna Golf Club is exactly the kind of course you look for in winter: plenty of sunshine, well-maintained fairways, lots of space from the tee and yet enough challenge to keep it interesting. Located directly on the lagoons of El Gouna, this golf course combines relaxed resort golf with tactical challenges that are not found everywhere in Egypt.

It becomes clear from the very first holes that this is not about brute force, but about clean course management. The course is forgiving if you play smart – but punishes anyone who underestimates the water hazards or the wind.

Course design & playing experience

The 18-hole course (par 72) is spacious and visually open, but the many lagoons and strategically placed bunkers make it much more challenging than it appears at first glance. Especially when the wind blows – and it regularly does here from the Red Sea – the character of the course changes completely.

Typical of El Gouna Golf Club:

Wide tees that inspire confidence

Water brought into play at crucial points, not arbitrarily

Long par-4 holes where the second shot counts

Par-5 holes with risk-reward options

Greens that are cleanly defended but not unfair

The course is pleasantly flat, which makes it very suitable for longer golf holidays or several rounds in a row. Nevertheless, it never becomes monotonous, as almost every hole has its own character.

Wind, water and strategy

What makes El Gouna Golf Club really exciting is the combination of wind and water. Depending on the time of day, the same shot can produce completely different results. Those who can control the flight of the ball and know when an iron is the better choice off the tee will score significantly better here.

The back nine in particular require concentration. Several holes run along the lagoons, and those who play too aggressively will find themselves in the water faster than they would like. At the same time, the course rewards bold, well-planned shots with real birdie opportunities.

Training facilities & clubhouse

El Gouna Golf Club is also very well equipped away from the course:

Spacious driving range with a special setting over water

Separate areas for short game and bunker shots

Solid pro shop with everything you need for a golf holiday

Modern carts and well-organised game operation

After your round, the clubhouse invites you to relax and unwind. The view over the course, a cool drink and the relaxed atmosphere are the perfect way to end a day of golf under the Egyptian sun.

Who is El Gouna Golf Club ideal for?

Leisure golfers who want to play in a relaxed manner on holiday

Ambitious players who like wind and strategy

Winter golfers looking for reliable conditions

Golf groups planning several rounds without stress

Whether you are a single-handicapper or a recreational golfer, the course works for both because it remains fair yet challenging.

Conclusion from a golfer’s perspective

El Gouna Golf Club is not a show course that relies solely on its appearance – it is an honest, well-maintained golf course with depth of play. Anyone who likes sun, water, wind and tactical golf will really enjoy themselves here. Especially in winter, El Gouna is an extremely strong alternative to southern Europe – with significantly better weather and a more relaxed atmosphere.