For kitesurfing in El Gouna, Egypt, you will need your passport, travel documents, sun protection, and reef shoes — but you can leave most equipment at home because Riah Kite Academy provides everything else.
What Will Riah Kite Academy Provide?
All technical equipment is included: training kites, inflatable kites, harness, safety leash, impact vest, helmet with radio, wetsuit, and rescue boat standby.
What Clothes Should You Pack?
Pack boardshorts or swimsuit, rash guard, reef shoes, and a thin wetsuit top for winter (Dec-Feb). Off the water: light clothing, jacket for evenings, smart casual for restaurants.
Sun Protection Essentials
SPF 50+ waterproof sunscreen, zinc face cream, UV sunglasses with strap, hat, and lip balm with SPF. The El Gouna sun is intense with 340+ days of sunshine.
Travel Essentials
Passport valid 6+ months, tourist visa on arrival (~$25), Riah airport transfer from Hurghada (€28 one way, €50 return, 20 min). Travel insurance covering water sports recommended.
Money and Budget
Egyptian Pound is local currency but Euros accepted at most tourist businesses. Budget €30-50/day for food and spending outside course fees. ATMs available in town.
Book Your Session
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Kite Discovery Course “The Newbie”
6 Hours | New to the sport up to IKO level 2-I
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Full Beginner Course - The Rockstars
IKO Level 2-1
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Level Check Up
Been a while since you kited, don’t worry our instructors can check your skill level
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Kite Foil Private Lessons - The Glider
You can kitesurf but want to learn to master the magic carpet
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Refresher Course
Not Your First Time, IKO Level 2-G Up To Level 4-R
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Private Lesson (1-on-1)
One to one lessons, suitable for all levels
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Kite Intermediate Course "The Rookies"
IKO Level 2 up to 3L
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6 hours
New to the sport up to advanced
Level: All Levels - English
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3 hours
New to the sport up to advanced
Level: All Levels - English
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1 hour
New to the sport up to advanced
Level: All Levels - English
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12 hours
New to the sport up to advanced
Level: All Levels - English
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* Your instructor will be assigned by our reception team the day before your lesson
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* Your instructor will be assigned by our reception team the day before your lesson
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