About This Spot
El Gouna / Mangroovy Beach, Egypt is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Egypt.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Shallow and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from May to September, El Gouna / Mangroovy Beach, Egypt delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
In wintertime 70% over 4 Bft, in summertime 80% over 4 Bft. Often turns from sideoffshore from left to sideshore from left at noon. If the forecast says at least 3 Bft from North it will have wind.
When to Go
Water temperature approx. 20°C in wintertime, 25-28°C in summertime, in the lagoon a bit colder, because the wind cools the flat water. Air in summer 30-35°C, winter 20-25°C.
What to Expect
Mostly choppy in the lagoon, no waves. Approx. 200m shallow area which can be very shallow, or even dry in low tide (summer). No strong current. The water is beautiful clear and clean. After the 200m the water is deep, choppy or a bit wavy if the wind is strong. Somewhere are some reefs but not dangerous. Beginners should wear shoes, here are some bad shells/corals.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · NNW
Best wind direction
In wintertime 70% over 4 Bft, in summertime 80% over 4 Bft. Often turns from sideoffshore from left to sideshore from left at noon. If the forecast says at least 3 Bft from North it will have wind.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Mostly choppy in the lagoon, no waves. Approx. 200m shallow area which can be very shallow, or even dry in low tide (summer). No strong current. The water is beautiful clear and clean. After the 200m the water is deep, choppy or a bit wavy if the wind is strong. Somewhere are some reefs but not dangerous. Beginners should wear shoes, here are some bad shells/corals.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Hurghada airport 22 km to El Gouna by taxi, then ask for Mangroovy beach, which is in the North of El Gouna.
Location
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