Go, going . . . gone! Sold to the country with tropical beaches on coasts of turquoise ocean; with snow-capped peaks that stretch into the heavens; with vast plains abundant in wildlife stretching out immeasurably beneath a vast African sky. The auction on the country with the most unique and interesting golfing the world-over goes to . . . Kenya - go golfing in Kenya. With an extremely wide variety of golf courses, from beach-side courses to courses on the slopes of a slumbering volcano, Kenya offers superb golfing facilities in the midst of its supreme tourist attractions. Combine golfing with viewing of some of the world's majestic beasts and you get: golfing safaris.
With over 40 courses to choose from, 12 of which are 18-hole courses, go golfing in Kenya to experience the golfing vacation of a lifetime. Teeing up with the mighty snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro watching you from a distance is the unique feature of golfing in Kenya. 10 championship courses are found in Kenya. Most of the courses are within half an hour’s drive of Nairobi – the bustling capital city with supreme luxury accommodation. The weather in Kenya is ideal for golfing. The high altitude of the courses can add a good few yards to your drives. Local caddies give you expert advice and local clubs have professional golf shops where you can buy just about anything golf that you need. Tour operators that specialise in golfing safaris can organise your trip, accommodation and itinerary. The result is a tailor-made holiday package to suit your needs, with game viewing and relaxation top priorities to complement your golfing excursions.
Game viewing in Kenya will be among the most memorable experiences of your life. Go golfing in Kenya and visit the national parks, including the Masai Mara, Samburu and Amboseli, or any other of Kenya's 57 National Parks. The animals that you will encounter include lions, cheetahs, leopards, rhino, elephants, buffalo and all the plain animals that haunt this vast African wilderness. Micro light safaris will give you the thrill of game viewing from a new vantage point. Alternatively, go golfing in Kenya and laze on the white sandy beaches that stretch out for miles, go dhow sailing in the ways of the ancient Swahili culture, or visit the Swahili ruins that are sure to enthral you with a rich sense of the culture of the people that have lived in the shadow of the mighty Kilimanjaro.