Kenya Golf Safaris, a New Found African Green Pearl

For those golfers who enjoy country side withhas not tried to put in some money on it.
views and views, practicing your swing in KenyaJust outside Nairobi city, the course is defined by
could not be better as they just mastered theit’s high and low terrain as it threads its way
art of golf safaris and did it well.through coffee farms and forestation giving itself
There is no better place to enjoy a round andcharacter and design quality. Windsor is located a
watch the sun set with tropical green mixed withmile above the sea level and boasts of lush
year round warm climate and endlessfairways, fast greens, attractive water hazards
opportunities with no crowds.and some 73 well located sand bankers.
You will for sure spot the wildlife laze and watchLeisure Lodge Beach & Golf Resort together
the game too. The color full bird life will fetch thewith Nyali Golf & Country Club are both
ball with you – but that we cannot promisesituated along the white sandy beaches of the
that bit.Kenya’s coastal line. This stunning stretch of
Kenya is home to over 37 golf courses. Mostcoastal line, views of the calm blue waters of the
were made during the colonial British era. TheIndian Ocean is full of fun activities for those
country is home to the magnificent safaris,looking for an afternoon break away from golf to
amazing wildlife and stunning sceneries that movieenjoy the never ending tranquility.
makers just discovered, go ahead and askMy advice to the those seeking a sport holiday
Angelina Jones.break with a combination of golf and safari
At the International Association of Golf Toursadventure, lease out the clubs in Nairobi and enjoy
Operators (IAGTO) awards 2009. They justa ten days package to include two nights
named Kenya ‘The Undiscovered Golfaccommodation in Nairobi. Play at both Windsor
Destination of the Year.’ The purpose polishedand Muthaiga then take a two hour drive down
resorts offering international cuisine are all awardthe rift valley, stopping at Limuru Golf and
winners in their own different ways.Country Club to enjoy the cool climate and the
Names like Mr. Berkley Mathews, Ballesteroes andsmell for the popular tea farms.
Woosnam are a common feature. Vijay Singh gotThe third night accommodation at The Great Rift
started off in Kenya years ago.Valley Golf Resort is well worth the drive.
A Kenyan safari holiday could be captured to runCarefully designed by Thomas Fjaasd, the ground
together with the world best wildlife safariwas described by the Irish professional David
opportunities, married with golf breaks in NairobiJones as the best young course he has ever
city, upcountry and eventually coastal. That canplayed on. He broke the 71 par here.
take about 8 days or so to enjoy aAfter you enjoy the stunning rift valley views and
comprehensive memorable safari and golfthe picturesque escarpment take a short drive in
package.Lake Nakuru National Game Reserve, made
Some of the Kenya’s finest golf resortspopular by the resident white rhinos and millions of
include Sigona Club, founded around 1938. Thepink flamingos, if it’s your luck day the
clubs eighteen – hole course, offers itsleopard’s family will be looking down at you
members most beautiful fairways and only 18from the acacia trees as you drive out.
kilometers from Nairobi city.On the fourth or fifth night my advice is pack the
Muthaiga Golf Club lies at the edge of the mostclubs and make the whole Kenya holiday
preserved forest in Nairobi. It’s a convenientworthwhile to your wife.
swing from your Nairobi base. This course isTake a three hours drive or a 45 minutes
classified as the most challenging of all for bothscheduled flight into the world renowned Masai
professional and amateur players. Bunkers areMara Game Reserve, stay in for three or two
located on the fast paced greens resulting tonights and as you think of how well you could
players spending lots of time in the bankers.have played at the rift valley resort, she will be
Located on the foot hills of Mount Kenya ismarveled by the abundant wildlife scenes and will
Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Golf Course, ninemost likely than not take that much talked about
hole course is strategically placed next to the awehot air Balloon dawn trip.
inspiring sight of Kenya’s largest MountainNow, after Masai Mara you will fly down to the
popular with mountain climbers and technicalcoast and wrap up your holiday with a tee off at
hikers.Nyali beach course.
Fairmount is originally the retreat of movie starCredible rumor has it that Ronald Trump is
and club founder, William Holden. Former memberscurrently pursuing a multi million dollar deal to
include Winston Churchill and Bing Crosby. Herds ofrehabilitate the Nairobi Railway Golf Course, we all
Zebra and giraffe roam peacefully under theknow what that can only mean if all works out.
warmth of Kenyan sun.Has he ever failed in any of his ambitions?
Windsor Golf Resort is a master piece; someWish to experience a piece of the green pearl?
times we wonder why The Trump CorporationGo Kenya.