Nairobi may be known as a wildlife and economic hotspot, but it’s also a golfer’s paradise with several top-notch courses located in and around the city. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just taking up the sport, these courses offer challenging layouts, beautiful landscapes, and first-class amenities. Here are some of the best places to hit the links in Nairobi.
- Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club
Nestled in the upscale Windsor suburb, this championship Golf course is one of Nairobi’s premier golfing destinations. Famous golf course architect Tom Simpson designed the 18-hole layout which features tight fairways winding through mature acacia trees. The course’s scenic setting also offers glimpses of resident wildlife like antelope and abundant birdlife. After your round, relax at the clubhouse’s elegant lounge and dining areas.
- Karen Country Club
The Karen neighbourhood’s lush and tranquil environs provide the perfect setting for this parkland-style course. Opened in 1937, Karen Country Club combines a historic charm with modern amenities like a driving range and practice green. The course’s relatively flat terrain is walker-friendly but still challenging with well-bunkered greens. The club also boasts 15 tennis courts and a lovely outdoor pool area.
- Muthaiga Golf Club
Founded in 1913, Muthaiga is Nairobi’s oldest golf club and perhaps its most prestigious. The par-72 course routes through hilly terrain covered in indigenous bush making for a scenic but tough test of golf. Many holes are bordered by the Nairobi River adding to the course’s beauty and difficulty. Non-golfing members can enjoy other amenities like squash courts, swimming pools, and a salon.
- Royal Nairobi Golf Club
This classic course in the heart of Nairobi opened its doors in 1917. Though located in an urban setting, Royal Nairobi provides a getaway with mature trees lining the undulating fairways. The par-71 layout requires precise shot-making to score well. In addition to golf, the club offers other sports like cricket, tennis and swimming.
Nairobi is certainly a golfer’s delight with these excellent yet contrasting courses to choose from, all within a short distance of the city center. With year-round sunny weather, affordable green fees and top-notch amenities, there’s no reason not to tee it up in Kenya’s capital.
