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The first golf course on the island of Zanzibar has officially opened at Sea Cliff Spa and Resort


It is official, the first ever golf course designed by Peter Matkovich at Sea Cliff Spa and Resort on the majestic island of Zanzibar is now formally open to the public.  After undergoing some finishing touches and minor setbacks due to unexpected heavy rainfall, the course is now in full swing and is set to provide a world-class golfing experience to tourists and Zanzibar residents.




The course was declared open at the launch which took place on the 8th of February 2014 by the Minister of the State President’s Office of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar, Dr. Mwinyi Haji Makame.

The launch was a tremendous success and was attended by 100 guests, 60 of which participated in a round of golf.  “All the guests and players were pleasantly surprised and astonished with the quality of the golf course and the club house,” explains Diana Howell Marketing Manager of Sea Cliff Spa and Resort. 

Professional South African golfer, Dale Hayes was the master of ceremonies and got the event off to a great start.  Hayes had this to say about Sea Cliff Spa and Resort “the views are spectacular, the rooms are beautifully appointed, the food is fantastic and the swimming pools are amazing – what a place to get away and unwind, and now you can pay golf too!”  Thoroughly impressed with the design of the course, Hayes empahsised that Peter Matkovich’s designs are always unique.  “Once again Peter Matkovich and his team have come up with a jewel that’s both fun to play and beautiful.”

Designed to encapsulate the beauty of Zanzibar, the 9 hole, 13 tee golf course does just that.  “The social impact that the course has had on residents in the immediate vicinity has been tremendous and providing them with the opportunity to become specialist golfers has been a true highlight,” explained Peter Matkovich during his speech at the launch.  Matkovich also expressed his gratitude to the Chairman for his confidence in allowing them to develop a golf course.

The warm weather on the day of the launch was accompanied by a pleasant breeze easing the harshness of the heat, making the transition from day to early evening magnificent and enjoyable.  The Gala Dinner and prize giving at the newly renovated club house overlooking the ocean added to a breathtaking ambiance.  First prize winners received a personalised replica dhow which was engraved at the dinner displaying the occasion, the date and their name. 


“We are hoping that the golf course will continue to encourage Zanzibar locals to grow the island’s golfing community.  We are running an opening special until the end of March for $100 which includes green fees, golf car and golf club rentals,” concludes Howell.  

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