Double Recognition at the Kenya Tourism Awards 2025
For the second consecutive year, Vipingo Ridge has been crowned Best Golf Resort at the prestigious Kenya Tourism Awards, solidifying its reputation as the country’s premier golfing and lifestyle destination. The announcement was made during the annual Kenya Tourism Awards gala dinner held last night, where the resort was also named runner-up in the Best Conference Hotel category, highlighting its growing appeal for both leisure and business travellers.
"Winning Best Golf Resort for the second year in a row is a strong endorsement of the standards we have set across golf and sustainability," said Vipingo Ridge CEO, Mr Alex Horsey, at the award ceremony held at Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi.
"Recognition in the conferencing category also reflects the progress we are making as we expand Vipingo Ridge’s offerings and attract a diverse mix of travellers across the world. Our focus remains on building a destination that delivers exceptional experiences while contributing to Kenya’s tourism growth."
A Symbol of Golfing Excellence in Africa
Home to Africa’s only PGA-accredited golf course, Vipingo Ridge has become a magnet for golf enthusiasts from across the globe.
The 18-hole championship course offers a professional experience while promoting Kenya as a competitive golf tourism destination. This accolade reinforces the country’s strategic positioning in the high-value leisure travel market.
More Than Just a Golf Resort
Beyond the greens, Vipingo Ridge is evolving into a holistic destination. The recognition in the conference category underscores its capability to host corporate retreats, international meetings, team building and incentive travel groups all within a setting that seamlessly blends business with leisure.
Set within a 2,000-acre estate in Kilifi County, the development also hosts a Wildlife Conservation Sanctuary registered under the Kenya Conservation and Wildlife Association (KCWA) and licensed by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). This commitment to conservation aligns directly with the environmental sustainability pillar of the Kenya Tourism Awards.
What This Win Means for Kenyan Tourism
The back-to-back award wins signal a broader trend in Kenyan tourism: the shift toward experiential, sustainable, and premium offerings. As travelers increasingly seek destinations that deliver both luxury and responsibility, Vipingo Ridge stands out as a model of how tourism development can drive economic growth while preserving natural and cultural heritage.
The resort’s success also highlights the importance of industry collaboration and innovation—key award pillars in creating destinations that meet international standards while supporting local ecosystems and communities.
The Kenya Tourism Awards are built on five core pillars: Quality Service Delivery, People & Social Impact, Innovation & Creativity, Industry Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. These pillars closely mirror Vipingo Ridge’s own operational ethos, which is founded on Sustainability, Hands-on Leadership, Waste Reduction, Measuring Impact, and Team Collaboration all aimed at realizing its vision to be the definitive Kenyan lifestyle destination.
Exceptional Connectivity for a Seamless Experience
Adding to its allure, Vipingo Ridge features a private airstrip within the estate, offering guests and residents direct air access to and from Moi International Airport in Mombasa, Malindi Airport, and Wilson Airport in Nairobi. This enhances convenience for international travellers, business delegates, and home owners, seamlessly connecting Kenya’s leading coastal lifestyle destination.
Looking forward
With this latest accolade, Vipingo Ridge is poised to continue attracting a diverse mix of visitors from golf tourists and second-home investors to conference delegates and conservation-minded travelers.
Our continued investment in facilities and the golf course, combined with our sustainability initiatives and community partnerships, sets a benchmark for the industry and supports Kenya’s ambition to be a top-tier global tourism destination.
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