In El Gouna it is high season all year round. The
USPGA-sized 18-hole championship golf course (until June 2000 2x 9-hole
courses) poses a delightful challenge to every golfer. Whether you tee off on an early summer
morning, at midday in January, or on a late spring afternoon, the sun is
guaranteed. Even in the warm summer temperatures.
El Gouna benefits from the dry, desert
climate that keeps the humidity low. And there is always a sea breeze to keep
you cool on the course. European pros offer lessons to
beginners and seasoned golfers alike. The well equipped pro shop offers a
choice of top golf clubs for rent to those who would rather leave their clubs
at home. For those looking for a little competition, the club organizes regular
tournaments.
Gene Bates, associate of Fred Couples,
designed the El Gouna course to be accessible to every level of golfer, from
the tourist who wants to learn the game, to the advanced golfers playing in a
Pro Am tournament. By having five different tees and a careful placement of
bunkers, lagoons, and desert rough, the course plays well to every level of
golfer. The winds, predominately from the North, make certain holes that look
straightforward a challenge for every golfers. The 18 hole golf course thrills
advanced as well as beginner players. It bridges the LTI - Paradisio hotel to
the Kafr El Gouna, with a walkway meandering through the vast expanse of green If you need a little physical
relaxation after the game, there is health spa in the clubhouse featuring
sauna, steam bath, massage and a series of pools for simply relaxing. Designed by Michael Graves, this
clubhouse has excellent views over the course and is located near the first tee
and practice range. It facilitates a Pro-shop and a fitness club including a
well-equipped gymnasium, 3 plunge pools, massage, sauna and a beautiful Turkish
bath. At the terrace of the Grasshoppers Bar, light snacks and drinks are
served.
The club will be available
for members and hotel guests only, although a daily fee arrangement will also
be possible.
The 19th hole Bar is integrated into the Clubhouse Restaurant with a panoramic
view over the golf course. The place to share all your golf stories with your
buddies.
About the Course: 18 holes, 6902 yards, five tees, 74 rating
Who Can Play: Daily Golf, tourist groups welcome Golf Services: Pro
Shop, Caddies, carts, driving range, club rental, beverage and food service on
the course.
About the Clubhouse: Bar, restaurant, exercise facilities, health spa,
sauna, steam & massage.
Learning to Play: Golf Pro, golf academy
Accommodations: Steigenberger 5 stars - Golf packages available,
exercise facilities, function rooms, three restaurants, disco, three bars,
satellite television, swimming pool, children's play area, snorkeling, scuba
diving, snuba diving, squash, fishing, boating & full beach facilities.