Kitesurfing Camp in El Gouna, Egypt

Things to know

• Covid measures in El Gouna, Egypt

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in El Gouna, Egypt, please refer to Egypt’s Travel Restrictions Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic website.

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• What’s included?

  For all kitesurfing clinics and courses, you’ll be paired with an experienced local instructor with extensive kitesurfing knowledge

  What’s included in the Intro Course to Kitesurfing in El Gouna:

  • • Learning with a professional IKO instructor
    • 12 hours of kitesurfing lessons
    • Use of the newest Cabrinha & North Kiteboarding equipment
    • Lessons with a complimentary radio system
    • IKO license with a level mastered during the lessons

  What’s not included:

  • • Accommodations
    • Meals and snacks
    • Transportation
    • Entry VISA at the airport ($30)
    • Extra lessons or equipment rental after finishing kitesurfing course

  What’s included in the Week-Long Kitesurfing Camps in El Gouna:

  • • 6 days of learning with professional IKO instructors
    • IKO license with a level mastered during the lessons
    • Transfer from/to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
    • Workshops about kite material and self-rescue
    • Use of the newest Cabrinha & North Kiteboarding equipment
    • Photo session on the water
    • 7 days of accommodation at the 4* hotel with breakfast in El Gouna for the Week-Long Kitesurfing Camp in El Gouna with Accommodation

  What’s not included:

  • • Accommodations for the Week-Long Kitesurfing Camp in El Gouna
    • Meals for the Week-Long Kitesurfing Camp in El Gouna and meals except for breakfast for the for the Week-Long Kitesurfing Camp in El Gouna with Accommodation
    • Transportation before and after the trip
    • Entry VISA at the airport ($30)
    • Extra lessons or equipment rental after finishing kite camp
• How fit do I need to be?

  The only thing your instructor will expect from you is that you know how to swim, but of course, being in good shape helps. Strength isn’t a necessary component to successful kiteboarding; it’s all about the technique, which is why it’s the perfect sport to take lessons as a beginner.

• What if I’ve never kiteboarded before?

  If you’re new to kiting, lessons will benefit you immensely. Technically, all you need to know to kiteboard is how to swim and how to stand on the board, but it’s much more doable if an instructor teaches you about the weather conditions, selecting a proper launch site and gear. An instructor will make sure you’re safe while you get the hang of it, and will teach you the skills needed to progress quickly and get you out there on your own in no time.

• What about required equipment?

  Here’s what you’ll need:

  • • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
    • Water bottle
    • Food you can eat on-the-go
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Sunglasses
    • Swimsuits
    • Towels
    • Sweater
    • Camera — optional

  Wetsuit and booties can be rented for an additional fee. Let us know if you need this gear as it is mandatory equipment for the lessons and we will make arrangements.

• How many lessons until I learn to kiteboard?

  Kiteboarding requires a combination of patience and motivation. You actually need to learn two sports: board riding and kite flying, so give yourself plenty of time to do it properly. All students progress through lessons at their own pace, but a three-day beginner clinic should have you seeing massive improvement in your abilities.
  Some students require an additional lesson or two to work on their upwind skills, but the basics are usually mastered after three days on the water. If you’re looking to become an independent rider, the five-day clinic is your best value. You’ll learn more advanced techniques and be confident to hit the waves on your own by the time the clinic ends.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • The usual guest-to-guide ratio for these adventures is 2:1.
    • The max. group size for the 7-day adventures is 5 people.
    • Cost is per person and it doesn’t decrease as the group grows.
    • If joining alone, you’ll be placed with peers that share a similar level of experience.

  Kitesurfing in El Gouna, Egypt, can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • While there is not necessarily a minimum age to kiteboard, there are minimum requirements, such as height and weight. Prior to booking, let us know if you’ll be traveling with minors and we will let you know if it’s safe for them to get on the water.

  If your group has minors under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to El Gouna, most people fly into Cairo International Airport. From there you can take a 1-hour flight to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) about 40 minutes away from El Gouna. For the 7-day adventures, your guiding service will transfer you from the airport to El Gouna. At the end of your adventure, your guiding service will transfer you back to the airport.

  Another option is to drive from Cairo to El Gouna (approximately a 5-hour drive).

• Cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.