Golf tours in Rwanda

Rwanda also known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” offers exciting tours and travel experiences for travelers from all over the world. With its stunning landscapes including magnificent undulating hills, sparkling lakes, golden savannahs, and luxurious green forests, Rwanda is one of the best tourist sites on the planet. Travelers to Rwanda have a chance to explore the beautiful capital city of Kigali and to witness the unique people, bustling markets, historic landmarks, and modern architecture. Travelers can also choose to visit the imposing Volcanoes National Park to have a unique opportunity to track the famous and endangered mountain gorillas.

Additionally, travelers can explore the rich cultural heritage in Rwanda that blends traditional and modern attractions. These include the National Museum of Rwanda, where travelers can gain insight into the country’s history and heritage. A traveler can also visit the scenic Nyungwe Forest National Park to spot a variety of wildlife species, most especially the chimpanzees and many other species of primates. This can be complemented by an exploration of Akagera National Park to view a variety of savannah wildlife species. Then there are the picturesque towns of Gisenyi and Kibuye which are located on the shores of Lake Kivu.

For golf enthusiasts, golfing tours are among the emerging sports in Rwanda and it is done in a partnership between the government and the private sector. The Rwandese Government has immensely invested in the golfing sport to tap into the lucrative global golf tourism market. The golfing sites in Rwanda include the following,

Kigali Golf Resort and Villas. This is a scenic 18-hole golf course with luxurious greenery and challenging obstacles that can however favor both professional and amateur golfers. Kigali Golf Resort and Villas is 65 hectares in size and only 15 minutes away from Kigali city center. Besides a golf course, it includes a grand tennis ground, a health club, a pro shop, boarding rooms, and others.

Nyagatare Golf Club. This is a 9-hole golf course located in eastern Rwanda and offers a serene atmosphere and lovely views for the golfers. Traveling on the road will take you about 2 hours to reach there.

Gisenyi Golf Club is also a 9-hole golf course located in western Rwanda and offers challenging terrain and stunning views of Lake Kivu for visitors on golf tours in Rwanda.

Falcon Golf Club. This is a waterfront 9-hole golf course located in the Rwamagana district at the shores of Lake Muhazi, in the Eastern Province. The journey to Falcon Golf Club takes about an hour from Kigali city center.

The Gorillas Nest and Resort Golf Course is situated in the Musanze district in the Northern Province of Rwanda.

A golfing tour in Rwanda typically involves the golfer’s arrival and check-in at the golf course, warm-up and practice, and tee-off. The golfer proceeds to play each hole while scorekeeping. The golfer should ensure that they complete the round before returning to the clubhouse to submit their scorecard.

Best time to visit Rwanda for Golf tours

The best time to visit Rwanda for a memorable golf tour is during the dry seasons which occur from June to September and December to February. In the dry season, the weather in Rwanda is characterized by clear skies, comfortable warm temperatures, low chances of rainfall, and relatively better hiking conditions compared to the rainy season. The dry season also coincides with the best time to go for other tourist activities such as game drives, gorilla tracking, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking, nature walks, and golden monkey tracking among others. This helps the visitor to have a variety of outdoor activities in their tour package besides golfing.

Packing for Golf tours in Rwanda

To have the most memorable golf tour in Rwanda, you must pack a variety of essentials, including.

Golf equipment such as golf clubs, travel bags for golf clubs, golf balls and tees, an extra driver shaft, rain hood and umbrella, golf towel, pencils, and others. Though these essentials are often provided at the golfing sites, you might need them just in case of any inconveniences.

You need smart and casual clothing for meals out and bars, shirts or holiday tour t-shirts, swimwear, forfeit clothes, flip flops and sliders, coats, waterproofs, and sweatshirts among others.

You will need extras such as sun cream and after sun, a beer cooler bag, personal tournament cards, insect repellent, a first aid kit for minor accidents, and any medication for any illness.

Specific tips for playing golf during your tour in Rwanda

Ensure that you are prepared for high elevations and potentially windy conditions in Rwanda
Even while on your golf tour in Rwanda, always take time to appreciate the lovely scenery and local wildlife around you
Ensure to adhere to the local rules and customs that will be told to you at the start of your golf tour in Rwanda
Ensure that you are hydrated at all times by carrying drinking water in a refillable water bottle

Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

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12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.

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