2 Hours City Segway Tour in El Gouna with Transfer – Hurghada

See El Gouna without wearing out your shoes. This two-hour Segway ride offers a fun way to cover the resort town’s marinas, hotels, golf club, beaches, and public buildings. I like the small group limit of 10 and the chance to stop for a soft drink at a coffee shop halfway through the ride.

I also like the route’s variety, from Abu Tig Marina and the newer marina to the golf club and El Gouna Film Festival building. The main catch is the extra cost for pickups from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh, plus a €5 government tax paid in cash.

Key points before you book

• A two-hour ride covers El Gouna’s main districts, including Abu Tig Marina, the new marina, downtown, the golf club, and several notable hotels.
• The tour starts at 2:00 pm, giving you an afternoon outing rather than an early-morning activity.
• A 30-minute coffee stop breaks up the ride, with one soft drink included.
• The group is capped at 10 people, which should make the outing easier to manage than a large coach excursion.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered, but some resort areas carry a €10 cash transfer charge per person.
• The price is $60 per person, before the €5 government tax and any applicable transfer surcharge.

Why a Segway makes sense in El Gouna

El Gouna is spread across a series of resort areas, waterways, marinas, hotels, homes, and open public spaces. Walking lets you see some of it, but reaching the marinas, golf club, downtown, and outlying sights on foot would take more time and energy.

A Segway gives you a practical middle ground. You cover more ground than you would walking, but you still move slowly enough to look around. The tour description says no previous balance or coordination skills are needed, and you receive a safety briefing and equipment before setting off.

I would still treat the first few minutes as a learning period. You need to feel comfortable controlling the machine before you can enjoy the views. The operator presents the experience as suitable for most people, but the activity is still a moving ride rather than a sightseeing bus.

The small maximum group is useful here. With no more than 10 people, the guide can keep an eye on the group and adjust the pace more easily. One especially praised part of the experience is the guide’s friendly manner and ability to tailor the ride to what people want to see without making them feel hurried.

Starting in El Gouna at 2:00 pm

The scheduled start time is 2:00 pm. Pickup and drop-off are included for the relevant hotel areas, so you do not have to arrange your own way to the starting point if your accommodation is covered.

The timing gives you a clear afternoon plan. You can spend the morning at the beach or pool, then take the Segway tour after lunch. The experience lasts about three hours overall, with two hours of riding and a 30-minute coffee break listed as part of the outing.

You should confirm the pickup details when booking, especially if you are staying outside central Hurghada. Pickup from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh carries a separate €10 charge per person, paid in cash on the spot. That matters because the advertised $60 price is not the final amount for every pickup location.

A further €5 government value-added tax is also paid in cash per person. I would carry the required euros and ask for the full pickup cost before departure. It is a small bit of planning that prevents an awkward payment question later.

The first ride through El Gouna

Before you start, the guide provides a briefing and safety equipment. The operator says you do not need prior Segway experience, which makes this a reasonable choice if you have never used one before.

The early portion of the ride lets you get used to steering and stopping while moving through El Gouna. The town dates from 1989 and is known as a planned Red Sea resort. Its streets bring together hotels, residential areas, marinas, beaches, and public spaces, so the route is not limited to one resort complex.

I like this format because it gives you a broader look at how El Gouna is organized. A standard beach day shows you one part of the town. A Segway ride connects the leisure areas with the residential and commercial sections, giving you a better sense of the place as a whole.

The tour also passes by hotels and art museums. The supplied details do not identify each museum or promise an interior visit, so think of these as sights viewed from the route rather than scheduled museum stops. The value is in seeing how the town’s public buildings and resort facilities fit together.

Abu Tig Marina and the new marina

The marina stops are likely to be among the strongest parts of the route. Abu Tig Marina offers a waterfront setting with boats, restaurants, and resort architecture, while El Gouna’s newer marina adds another look at the town’s development.

You should not expect a long, formal marina tour with extended time at every stop. This is a moving city ride, so the guide’s job is to show you the key areas and keep the two-hour route moving. If a particular marina matters most to you, mention it at the beginning.

One of the two detailed comments praised the beautiful marinas and the setting connected with the international film festival. That matches the route’s appeal: you are not only looking at water and boats, but also seeing some of El Gouna’s public identity and cultural side.

The marina sections are also good places for photographs, though the tour information does not promise dedicated photo stops. Keep your phone secure while riding and take pictures when the guide pauses or when you are safely off the Segway.

Downtown, hotels, and the golf club

The route includes El Gouna downtown, residential areas, several hotels, and the El Gouna Golf Club. This variety helps you understand the resort beyond its postcard waterfront.

The golf club adds a quieter, more open part of town to the ride. The tour description calls El Gouna one of Egypt’s greenest cities, and the golf area helps explain that impression. You get a change from the marina setting and see another side of the resort’s planned design.

The included sights also mention Club Paradiso hotel and El Gouna Tower. These are useful landmarks for orienting yourself during the ride, particularly if you are staying in or near El Gouna and want to recognize different parts of the town later.

I would not choose this tour if your main goal is a detailed architectural lecture or a long visit inside a museum. The supplied information promises sightseeing from the Segway, not guided interior visits. Choose it for coverage, movement, and an overview of the town.

The film festival building and local character

El Gouna is home to the El Gouna Film Festival, and the route passes the film festival building. This gives the tour a cultural stop alongside the beaches, marinas, hotels, and golf club.

That mix is what makes the ride more interesting than a simple resort transfer. You see the polished holiday side of El Gouna, but also its event spaces, homes, downtown, and public buildings. I find that kind of route more useful than an outing that only circles the most expensive hotels.

The tour promises views of sandy beaches, turquoise water, and the local atmosphere. Keep your expectations sensible: the two-hour ride allows for many sights, but it does not provide long beach time or a dedicated swimming stop.

You will also pass the El Gouna Tower. The available details do not explain whether the tower is entered or simply viewed from outside, so assume it is a passing landmark. The same applies to the film festival building and hotels.

The 30-minute coffee stop

A 30-minute break at a coffee shop is included, along with one soft drink. This is a welcome pause after riding and gives you time to rest, chat with the guide, and take in the surroundings without balancing on a Segway.

The stop also makes the experience feel less like a continuous exercise session. Two hours on a Segway may sound easy, but beginners still need a break. I would use this time to ask about any area you passed too quickly or to request a little more attention to a particular sight during the second part of the route.

The description calls the café one of the most beautiful coffee shops, but it does not name the venue or specify the full menu. Your included drink is a soft drink, so budget separately if you want coffee, food, or anything additional.

Because the café stop is part of the stated timing, the total outing is about three hours rather than two. That distinction matters if you have a dinner reservation, another afternoon activity, or a scheduled airport transfer.

What the guide adds

The best account of the experience praises the guide’s warm welcome, local knowledge, and willingness to shape the ride around individual interests. Another comment also highlights the guide’s friendly manner and strong understanding of El Gouna.

No guide name is supplied, so I cannot tell you who will lead your particular departure. Still, the repeated praise points to an important part of the experience: the quality of the commentary and the guide’s response to your interests may matter as much as the route itself.

At the start, tell the guide what you most want to see. You might care most about the marinas, the film festival building, the golf club, or the beaches. The published description indicates that the route can be tailored without rushing people, which is a useful benefit on a small-group outing.

Do not expect a private tour, though. The maximum group size is 10, and the tour remains a shared experience. The small size should help, but it does not guarantee that every stop will receive the same amount of time.

Is $60 a fair price?

At $60 per person, the price is reasonable if you value hotel transportation, the Segway rental, a guide, safety equipment, a soft drink, and a two-hour sightseeing route. You are paying for convenience as much as for the ride itself.

The value is stronger if your hotel is in the standard pickup area and you want to see several parts of El Gouna in one afternoon. Hiring separate transport, arranging your own route, and trying to cover the same areas on foot would take more effort.

The value is weaker if you are already staying in central El Gouna and mainly want a short Segway lesson. In that case, the additional €5 tax still applies, and the tour may cover more ground than you need.

Remember the extra charges. The €5 government tax is paid in cash per person. Pickup from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh adds €10 per person in cash. Group discounts are listed as available, but the amount of any discount is not specified, so ask before booking.

Who will enjoy this ride most?

I would recommend the tour to someone visiting Hurghada who wants a relaxed introduction to El Gouna without spending the whole day in a vehicle. It suits people who like seeing several districts in one outing and families or friends who want an activity that feels more active than a standard city drive.

It also works well for first-time visitors. The route gives you a quick sense of the marinas, downtown, hotels, residential areas, beaches, golf club, and cultural buildings. You can then decide which part of El Gouna deserves a longer visit later.

The tour may not suit you if you dislike standing for extended periods, feel uneasy on moving equipment, or want a slow, detailed visit inside specific attractions. The operator says most people can participate and allows service animals, but the information does not provide a detailed medical or mobility assessment.

The maximum group size of 10 is helpful, but this is still not a private ride. If you want complete control of the schedule, ask the provider about private options before paying.

Booking, cancellation, and practical planning

Confirmation is provided when you book, and the tour has free cancellation up to 24 hours before the 2:00 pm start time. Cancel at least 24 hours ahead for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

I would book this as an afternoon activity and avoid placing a tight appointment immediately afterward. The official duration is about three hours, and hotel transfers can affect the exact return time.

Carry cash for the €5 tax and any applicable €10 transfer fee. Since the tour includes a soft drink but does not list food, bring money if you want anything beyond the included refreshment.

Should you book the El Gouna Segway tour?

Book it if you want a cheerful, efficient look at El Gouna’s marinas, downtown, golf club, hotels, beaches, and film festival area in one afternoon. The strongest reasons are the small group size, the included transfers, the mid-tour café break, and the guide’s reported ability to adjust the route to your interests.

Skip it if you want a long beach visit, museum interiors, or a tightly focused cultural tour. Also check the final price if you are staying outside central Hurghada, since the cash transfer fee can raise the cost.

For most first-time visitors with three free afternoon hours, I think this is a good way to get your bearings. It is active without being strenuous, broad without requiring a full day, and more personal than simply looking out of a coach window.

FAQ

How long does the El Gouna Segway tour last?

The Segway ride lasts two hours, while the full experience takes about three hours including the 30-minute coffee break and transfers.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 2:00 pm.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. A €10 cash transfer charge per person applies for pickups from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh.

What is included in the $60 price?

The price includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a two-hour Segway ride, safety equipment, a soft drink at a coffee shop, and visits to the listed El Gouna sights.

Are there extra charges?

A government value-added tax of €5 per person is paid in cash. Some pickup areas also require the separate €10 per-person cash transfer charge.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 10 people.

Can service animals participate?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.