Ready to swing into action on this Golfing Tanzania day tour? Join us for a full day of golfing fun. The Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate (Kiligolf) occupies 1,040 acres of prime African bush land. It’s located between Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru. To the south stretches the Maasai Steppe and the great ridges of the ancient Eastern Arc chain: the Pare, Usambara and Blue Mountains. All of them are visible from the estate. The Usa River, an important water source, runs along the western side of the estate.
What makes this Golfing Tanzania day tour so unique?
The Kilimanjaro Golf Club is the main feature of the estate, consisting of the first 18-hole championship golf course in Tanzania. Designed by former Irish national coach and Kenya Open champion: David Jones.
The club is equipped to host international and local golf events, tournaments, and club nights.
“As a golf course designer I am familiar with many great settings for golf courses, but I can truthfully say I have rarely seen anything so magnificent as this.”
— David Jones, Golf Course Designer
“The first nine tees off just beside the clubhouse with the very first green bordering a lake surrounded by acacias. The second hole runs the length of one of the largest lakes on the course, of which the various levels are separated by small waterfalls and cascades.
The course then loops around to its highest point before returning to the club at the ninth; a beautiful and demanding par five, played along the stream on the left with an option to lay up for two or aim for the green across the lake.
The second nine runs around the lower part of the estate, with some dramatic natural water features along the furrow, expanding into long and strategically placed lakes at the 11th, 12th and 13th. The final hole, a real risk-versus-reward par three, requires a bold approach to a wonderful island green.”
— David Jones, Golf Course Designer
The presentation of the course is highly unique, with each hole blending effortlessly in to the natural canvas of the terrain. Indigenous plants, native grasses and trees add to the individuality of the landscape. This provides golfers with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The greens are large, with subtle changes in elevation as the location demands. All adhere to USGA specification, the recognized global standard for high-quality surfaces. Strategically positioned bunkers offer golfers fair pathways to both fairways and greens.
The clubhouse itself sits slightly raised above fairway and green levels. At the nearby driving range, players can enjoy the spectacular view of Mt Kilimanjaro whilst practicing their shots.
The championship course design caters to all abilities, featuring four sets of tees at each hole. Players can enjoy varying lengths, from approximately 6,500m for championship play to a gentler 5,400m.
Caddies
It is the policy throughout the company to only employ staff from neighbouring villages where there are very few job opportunities. The caddies are part of the training program. They are lead by the head caddy, who was once a trainee himself, and now plays off a single digit handicap.
Secure your spot on the Golfing Tanzania day tour today!
Do you want to combine this unique day tour with a safari? Then opt for our Golf & Top of the North Expedition.
Overview
Tee off in style! Your morning begins with a hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic drive to Kiligolf for a full day of golfing excitement.
Highlights
- A beautiful golf day with even more beautiful views
