Sports and leisure activities Congo Brazzaville

Tennis, squash, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball and pétanque can all be enjoyed at the Tennis Club, located in the heart of a large wooded park. Rates are very attractive if you stay 15 days in the capital. More generally, it's mostly frequented by expatriates, as subscriptions are more frequent on a monthly and yearly basis. A bar is open to the public, a pleasant place to meet fellow countrymen living in the capital. The Tennis Club also welcomes overlanders passing through the Congo who wish to spend some time in the capital.

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Off the coast of Pointe-Noire, every year between mid-July and the end of September, you can witness the ballet of whales that come to feed and reproduce during this period. It's also not uncommon to spot colonies of dolphins, also present during the dry season. Since 2021, the travel agency Le Guide du Congo has been offering sea trips to observe these marine mammals. It also organizes private or group trips throughout Congo, as well as tailor-made stays. A great way to discover the country!

On the edge of Loango Bay, overlooking the cliffs, lies a magnificent 18-hole golf course, well-maintained and very pleasant. Mainly frequented at weekends by regulars, you can still tease the ball if you feel like it. Competitions are also regularly organized. In any case, for the site alone, a short round is well worth the trip. You can also enjoy a drink without playing. In Pointe-Noire, at the Cercle Civil in the port district, there's a small driving range where you can practice before moving on to Diosso.

Located opposite the Mami Wata restaurant, Brazzaville's only nautical complex offers trips on the Congo River in motorized pirogues or speedboats. You can spend a few hours discovering tourist sites such as the cliffs of Manguenguengue, Faignond Island or fishing villages. Or take a day trip and picnic on a sandbank. Cane fishing in the river is available on request. Very warm welcome from Monsieur Nazaire.

Located high above the city, the golf course overlooks the Congo River and offers spectacular views of the rapids. Access is via the World Health Organization's general entrance, with no major difficulties. Well-maintained and very spacious, this 9-hole golf course with its well-mown lawn and small driving range is a pleasant surprise in this part of Brazzaville. After a few holes, players meet up at the refreshment bar, where a friendly atmosphere prevails. Upstream, there's a tennis club and a gym. Find out more on site.

For all lovers of horses and galloping. This riding club is the only equestrian center in the country. It is supervised by Idrissou Ali, an international competition rider and doctor by training, who has recently taken over private and group lessons at all levels. Courses are also offered during the school vacations. On request, horseback rides can be organized on the beach or in the countryside. In addition to lessons and rides, here you can share your passion with other horse enthusiasts.

Pointe-Noire aeronautical club for anyone with a passion for aviation and microlight flying. A first flight allows you to discover Pointe-Noire from the air and its surroundings. The landscapes take on a whole new dimension: neighborhood, port, forest, lagoon... You can also fly over the Diosso gorges and look for whales in season (July to October). You can also take lessons to obtain your pilot's license, or just drop in for a drink in the club bar, in a friendly atmosphere, while watching the planes land.