Take a swing at par 72 PGA Baobab Course, which was voted Kenya’s Best Golf Course of the World’s Top 100 Magazine in 2015. This 18 hole course – the only PGA accredited golf course in East Africa – is located between green hills of the coast and inland mountains. The whimsical Kaskazi and Kuzi Moon wounds as well as winding streams flowing through “The Baobab” offer every golfer both challenges and joy. Combine golf with sun on the Kenyan coast.
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The PGA Baobab Course was designed by David Jones, a former Kenya Open Champion. The course complies with international standards, offering an unrivalled dimension to Golf of Eastern Africa.
It is mandatory to have a caddy while playing at Baobab Course. Vipingo Ridge educate street kids to become reliable caddy’s through the Glad’s house project. By hiring a caddy when at Vipingo Ridge, you support this important initiative and help to provide work opportunities and self-esteem to local youth.
The generous tea area with well-distributed greens allows you to replicate almost any shot you can encounter on the course.
This five-star complex features a wide range of amenities surrounding the villas, including the stunning clubhouse as well as conferences, weddings and restaurants.
Swimmingpool, tennis court, pool tables, playground, horse back riding, mountain bikes are all available activities for residents and guests.
Luxury Golf Villas is the perfect accommodation option for golfers and non-golfers who value a safe vacation and environment with outstanding service.
Influenced by Arabic and Swahili culture, the villas are spacious and bright. The living room opens onto a terrace overlooking lush gardens and swimming pool. The roof top terraces make the most of a spectacular view of the Indian Ocean.
Enjoy long lazy lunches in the shade of frangipani trees at the Beach Bar. Less then ten minutes from Vipingo, the club offers a private beach with a peaceful setting where you can enjoy a perfect day. If you feel more active a volleyball net is set up on the beach. The beach bar is located in Kuruwitu Marine Park and while the azure water is perfect for swimming many more activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, reef walks and glass boat tours can be enjoyed.
Scuba diving can be arranged.
The restaurant offers fresh, modern dishes inspired by Mediterranean and oriental cuisine. Prepare a seafood extravaganza of lobster, shrimp, octopus and fresh fish, served with delicious dazzling sauces and salads.
Trip details
Eco-rating: 2.0
Season: June – April
Airport: Nairobi International Airport Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) Alternatively Moi International Airport (MBA).
Good to know about Vipingo Ridge: Vipingo Ridge is a luxury golf complex located on the Kenyan coast, 36 km north of Mombasa. The scenic and tranquil environment provides a unique blend of fantastic golf tours as well as sunny days. Keep in mind that fresh water is a shortage, so use it sparingly.
Visa: Visitors to Kenya require a visa (some countries that are exempt). The passport must have at least two blank pages, six months’ validity. Single-entry visas are available upon arrival at Kenyan airports; however, Kenyan Immigration plans to end visas upon arrival in the near future. The traveler is responsible for the visa application.
You can either obtain a visa before departure or apply for a Kenyan visa online.
Currently, the application online is for “Single entry”. Visitors are requested to register their application in good time, as approval may take up to seven business days to process.
E-application: Applications for visitors to Kenya can be done via www.ecitizen.go.ke
Time Zone: GMT + 1
Vaccinations: Learn more about what vaccinations you need: here
Packing: Golf clubs, sunglasses, sun hat , sunscreen and a small flashlight.
Local currency: Kenyan Shilling
Note: Kenya has recently introduced a ban on plastic bags and your bags will be checked as you enter customs upon arrival. Carrying plastic bags or bringing them into the country can cause big fines.
Weather: Weather Mombasa
Mobile network and email: Email and internet access are available
Water: Buy bottled water , make sure the bottles end up in the waste sorting.
More information at: Travel advice
Ecorating: 2.0
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This product meets our requirements for Ecorating, a product that is good for humans and the environment.
Around 85% of Vipingo Ridge employees come from surrounding communities. In addition to increasing job opportunities created by the development, a number of CSR programs have been introduced. Vipingo Ridge not only helps with education, they also provies everyday needs like water supply and sanitation. Centrally located water storage tanks with clean drinking water has been installed by the hotel. Upgrading school buildings is also part of ongoing social support project led by the lodge.
It is compulsory to have a caddy when playing golf. Vipingo Ridge currently offers caddy education and work for street children and young adults through the Glad’s House project. By hiring a caddy on Vipingo Ridge, you support this important initiative and help create job opportunities and self-esteem with local youth.
