El Gouna by Orascom Development

El Gouna is a fully integrated and sustainable tourist city located on the Red Sea coast, developed by Orascom Development, a company founded in 1989 by Engineer Samih Sawiris.

About Orascom Development: Establishment and Leadership: Founded in 1989, Orascom Development is one of the largest real estate and tourism development companies in Egypt and the region.

Development Vision: The company focuses on building sustainable and integrated communities, not just ordinary tourist resorts.

Major Projects: The company has developed mega-projects both within Egypt and abroad, such as Taba Heights, O West 6th of October, and international projects in Switzerland and Montenegro.

About El Gouna Tourist Village and City: Location and Area: Established in 1990, El Gouna is situated on a group of islands and waterways on the Red Sea coast, 25 km north of Hurghada city and airport.

The Venice of Egypt: El Gouna is known as the “Venice of Egypt” due to its design, which incorporates a network of waterways and artificial lakes connecting the islands and stone bridges. Architectural Design: Designed in collaboration with world-renowned architects such as Alfredo Ferreira and Hassan Fathy, the city blends modern, traditional, and environmentally conscious styles.

Luxury Amenities: It boasts over 24 international hotels, golf courses, a marina, hospitals, schools, an independent city council, and hosts annual international events such as the El Gouna Film Festival.