Kenya’s golf tourism received a significant boost with the arrival of 16 Italian golfers from the Diplomatic and International Golf Association (DIGA).
The group landed in Kenya on Saturday, March 8, for a week-long golfing adventure, exploring some of the country’s finest coastal courses, including Nyali Golf and Country Club, Diamond Leisure Beach and Golf Resort, and the PGA-rated Baobab Course at Vipingo Ridge.
Their visit blended world-class golfing with Kenya’s breathtaking wildlife, creating an unforgettable experience.
At Vipingo Ridge, they had the rare thrill of playing alongside zebras and elands, adding a magical safari element to their game.
DIGA President Antonio Stocchi expressed his admiration for Kenya’s beauty, hospitality, and top-tier courses.
“At Vipingo, we played with zebras, giraffes, and oryx. It was the first time, and we had to wait for zebras to clear the green before putting the ball,” he said.
He added, “It was a fantastic experience, and we are already looking forward to coming back.”
Beyond golf, the group immersed themselves in Kenya’s coastal lifestyle and culture.
“The team was excited about this trip. Many had never been to Africa, let alone Kenya. They got to experience not just the tourist attractions but also the daily life of Kenyans,” Stocchi said.
Encouraged by their experience, DIGA plans to bring more groups for golf safaris and may explore both coastal and Nairobi’s courses on their next visit.
This remarkable tour was facilitated by the Kenya Tourism Board and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with support from Kenya’s ambassador in Rome.
During a friendly round at Vipingo Ridge, Roberto Santirocco emerged as the overall men’s winner with a score of 73 gross, while Paola Ginevri La Torre claimed the overall ladies’ title with a score of 79 gross.
Golf tourism in Kenya received a boost with the arrival of 16 Italian golfers from the Diplomatic and International Golf Association (DIGA).
The passionate golfers arrived in Kenya on Saturday March 8 and stayed for a week until March 14, and they had an unforgettable golf adventure in Kenya.
They explored some of Kenya’s finest coastal golf courses, including Nyali Golf and Country Club, Diamond Leisure Beach and Golf Resort, and the PGA-rated Baobab Course at Vipingo Ridge.
Their journey combined world-class golf with breathtaking wildlife, creating an experience unlike any other.
At Vipingo Ridge, they had the rare thrill of playing alongside zebras and elands, creating a truly magical safari golf experience.
DIGA President, Antonio Stocchi, said they were so captivated by the beauty, hospitality, and top-tier courses in Kenya.
“At Vipingo, we played with zebras, giraffes and oryx. And it’s the first time that we experienced to play in a green where the zebras were passing by the green and we had to wait for them to free the green before putting the ball,” he said.
He added, “So, it was a very good experience and again we are looking forward to come back.”
The team of the golfers combined wildlife safari, coastal lifestyle and golfing.
“I have to say that the group that came here were really looking forward to the vacation because many of them have never been in Africa and some have never been in Kenya. They have discovered the lifestyle of the Kenyan, not only in the tourist site but also watching through the bus the daily lifestyle of the Kenyans,” said Stocchi.
He said other groups will also be coming to Kenya for golf safaris.
He said they might also sample other golf courses in Kenya’s capital Nairobi in their next trip.
This incredible tour was made possible by the Kenya Tourism Board and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Stocchi said they were in contact with the Kenyan ambassador in Rome, who was able to organize the trip to Kenya for the 16 Italians.
“Thanks for the help and support of the Ambassador, we have been able to organize a wonderful trip in Kenya,” he said.
During the friendly round of golf at Vipingo, Roberto Santirocco emerged the overall men winner during with a score of 73 gross.
Paola Ginevri La Torre emerged the overall lady winner with a score of 79 gross
