Unforgettable Rounds On Africa’s Most Exclusive Golf Courses

Step into a world where golf meets unmatched luxury on some of Africa’s most exclusive golf courses.

With Ascot Private’s selected tours and itineraries , the possibilities are endless as private jet travel takes you from South Africa to Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Uganda . Play on meticulously designed courses renowned for their beauty and challenging play. Each course is a masterpiece in its own right.

This is golf reimagined for the most discerning traveller.

Leopard Creek Golf Course – South Africa

Leopard Creek Golf Course, designed by Gary Player and Ron Kirby, redefines luxury golfing in the wild. This prestigious 18-hole course lies beside the Crocodile River, adjacent to the famed Kruger National Park. It’s not uncommon for golfers to spot elephants, giraffes, or buffalo during a round, making every game a unique adventure. The course is sculpted for both challenge and visual drama. The 13th, a par-5, skims the river in a sweeping dogleg left. Strategy is key, especially on the par-5 18th, where water hazards and bunkers demand bold yet thoughtful shot-making. Each hole offers a distinct experience, with flawless fairways, smooth greens and panoramic views of the African wilderness.

Vipingo Ridge Baobab Course – Kenya

Along Kenya’s untouched Indian Ocean coast lies the Baobab Course at Vipingo Ridge – an unmissable challenge for any golfer. This 18-hole championship course, designed with a deep reverence for nature, features sweeping fairways and rolling greens, offering an engaging experience for golfers at all levels. One of its most memorable holes, the 7th, is a breathtaking par-4 that descends towards the ocean, with a narrow fairway bordered by lush vegetation. The 15th hole, a par-3 with an island green, tests a player’s skill with its tight water boundaries, demanding accuracy and thoughtful club selection to safely reach the green.

Royal Harare Golf Course – Zimbabwe

Royal Harare Golf Course, situated in the heart of Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare, offers an exceptional escape into nature. The 8th, a scenic par-3, challenges golfers with its water and bunker-protected green. The final hole, a par-4, brings a thrilling climax with its long, tree-lined fairway and a demanding approach to a raised green, flanked by bunkers. Originally designed by the renowned C.H. Alison of Colt, Alison & Morrison, the course has evolved over time. World-class updates, including insights from Gary Player, have preserved its strategic complexity and seamless integration with the natural landscape.

Bonanza Golf Club – Zambia

Designed by renowned architect Peter Matkovich, the Bonanza Golf Club is a testament to his mastery of blending challenging design with natural beauty. Set against the tranquil backdrop of Lusaka, this 18-hole championship course offers aesthetic charm and strategic complexity. The course features lush fairways, pristine greens and a variety of water features and bunkers. Notably, the par-3 5th demands precision on the tee shot thanks to a large water hazard that guards the green. The par-5 9th has a dogleg right, water hazards and bunkers along the fairway.

Lake Victoria Serena Golf Course – Uganda

The Lake Victoria Serena Golf Course, crafted by world-renowned architects Golf Plan under Kevin Ramsey, is a golfer’s paradise beside Africa’s largest lake. This 18-hole, par-72 championship course weaves through dramatic terrain, delivering a thrilling and picturesque challenge for golfers of all levels. The par-4 3rd stands out with its tricky dogleg right design – strategic tee placement is key to clearing the water hazard and reaching the elevated green. The demanding par-5 9th features a tight fairway lined with bunkers and a daunting water hazard near the pin, calling for precise, well-timed shots.