Congo River Golf
Congo River Golf
4.5
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Welcome to Congo River Golf! Play award-winning miniature golf at Congo River Golf. With eight locations in Florida to choose from, there's an adventure for everyone. It’s fun for the whole family! Experience tranquil waterfalls, mysterious caves, tropical rainforests, challenging golf holes and more as you follow in the footsteps of Stanley and Livingstone on an unforgettable African adventure. It’s fun exploring the Congo during the day and at night, under the stars! Search for lost artifacts, feed live gators, mine for gemstones and challenge your skills in the arcade. Birthday celebrations and group parties provide fun for all ages. Grab a putter and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
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- jojo B1 contributionPutt-Putt and gators?!?!!! Hell yeah!!!Me and my husband went here later in the night( hoping not to be rushed by players behind us) and it was great!!! You can get a bundle to do all of the stuff( apparently we love tourist traps😂) totally worth it!!! You get to play putt-putt, hold a baby gator, feed them( they give you dried pieces of chicken) and you can “mine for gems” ( if you want cool stuff get the more expensive bag) They also have turtles! Since we got there later the turtles weren’t really out but the baby gators were. The staff was really nice as well!Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 October 2023
- Culture421100065511 contributionFun little break from the cityThis was an amazing break from the city landscape or Orlando. It was refreshing to see trees and waterfalls. The course was nice, they even had a nice little game where you have to keep an eye out for certain items as you play. After that we did their basketball game which was also fun and hard. I recommend it because there where several stations and each had a different basketball hoop you had to make it in. Very fun. We also fed the alligators and that was cool, you just put food on the end of a stick and let them eat. I would recommend it.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 November 2023
- Adam GWigan, United Kingdom2 contributionsUnexpected fun!We went on a rainy day and really enjoyed ourselves. We fed and held gators and it was reasonably priced too! Not too far from our hotel doing this again is definitely on our to do list when we come back. Feeding the gators is a must!Visited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten 17 November 2023
- David HHalifax, Massachusetts91 contributionsHad A Great Time!This is one of the better mini-putt courses I have been to. As a matter of fact we went back the next day since we had a bogo free coupon we got the day before. The course is fairly challenging but there are other highlights as well. If you find all the hidden items outlined on your scorecard and mark out where then you get a scratch off coupon card. In addition what I really liked about this place were the baby alligators. You can feed them with a stick, string and clip with dehydrated chicken that you buy there. It's worth the money to go fishing for Gators! Being from Massachusetts, my wife and I really enjoyed being entertained by this as they can really LATCH on to the food for a few seconds... This place is well worth a visit.......Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 November 2023
- ShellpeaCoventry, United Kingdom25 contributionsGood value family funWe had a great time! Stayed at the Wyndham hotel around the corner so we thought we’d try it. The staff were really helpful, cost about $10 each (adults) but also included treasure hunt while you golf. A really good course with varied holes, would highly recommend for good value fun. Can add on other things like gator experience but we just did the golf.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 28 November 2023
- sablinc99Lincoln, Nebraska358 contributionsGreat fun for families!This was one of the coolest mini golf courses. We had a great time. It was a lot of fun and we enjoyed the scavenger hunt they have you do during your 18 holes of mini golf. They have a few other upgraded packages you can do such as feeding or holding an alligator but we just did the basic package. We also visited the cute little gift shop at the end of the 18 holes. Great for families!Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 8 January 2024
- Nolan J1 contributionHad a BLAST!The golfing course was fun and challenging, arcade was awesome I almost won three times on one of the games and I fed the alligators, they were tired but some of them were hungry lol. I held Kevin the gator and he was awesome and nice. One of the best experiences I have had in a very long time!! Till next time Kevin, Kim, Marie and Bob (jk his name is Bruce lol)Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 22 January 2024
- Dennis P3 contributionsFun day playing miniature golf.A great Putt Putt golf course. Excellent putting surface. Has some challenging holes. There are other things to do there as well, i.e. allegator feeding and holding. Personnel were very friendly and helpful. It is a great place to spend an afternoon. Melanie and Chris were very accommodating on our last day in Florida.Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 31 January 2024
- alandF5680UDDublin, Ireland10 contributionsGreat miniature golf courseGreat mini golf course. Scavenger hunt throughout along with challenges throughout. You spin the wheel and it sets the challenge. Brought extra fun to an already fun activity. You can also feed and hold real alligatorsVisited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 31 January 2024
- RaleighNcMary23 contributionsExcellent mini golfAmazing layout and so much fun!!! Great date activity and next time we will bring grandkids! Beautiful course and plenty of challenging multi-level holes. Caves, alligators, waterfalls…loved it!Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 February 2024
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Robby R
Kissimmee, FL1 contribution
Jan 2021 • Family
Made the BIG mistake of paying for 2 18 hole rounds and kids adventures with the idea we would come back to play the second round. Lost the receipt and now out 60+ dollars. Complete lack of customer service to try and work something out. Kids had a blast hence 2 stars instead of a complete 0. Do NOT do rainchecks or depend on receipt with this place....or you will be out the money.
Written 17 January 2021
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Golfpro
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Mar 2020 • Family
One of the best mini-golf experiences we have had. Course was fun to play. The spin the wheel options on certain holes gave you a fun experience, such as having to balance on one leg when putting. They also had an interaction with a small alligator. You got to hold the gator and take pictures. There was also a "scavenger hunt" you performed while playing. We will definitely be back.
Written 8 March 2020
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danni b
27 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We visited this evening, two adults and our 9 year old for a round of crazy golf amd signed our son up for the ultimate package, what a fantastic experience! The staff were super friendly and attentive, really polite and approachable (CJ amd Angel) the course was varied and very well maintained, great props and scenery with cooling fans. With our package we also got to feed the gators, hold one for photographs, have tokens for the arcade, we chose a souvenir golf ball, panned for gemstones and had free run time in the ubank basketball court. Overall, great value for money, we never felt rushed even holding the gator, the staff were informative and let us pet the gator and take as many pics as we wanted. Great fun, highly recommended.
Written 9 August 2022
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BlessedWithTwo
Maidstone, UK12 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
We visited as a family of four with two nearly 13 year old girls. It really was a fun time. While we were there, there was also a group of 4 young men, a couple with a young child of about 4, an older family group with senior citizens.
We did one of the two golf circuits. There is an easy one and a more difficult one and you can do both if you like.
The course was really pleasant and fun, lots to look at on the way, lots of running water around and lovely scenery, rope bridges and caves.
We then chose to feed the alligators which is really worth doing - there were around 30 of them in the pool with a few terrapins/turtles. In a separate pool there are huge fish to feed (Koi?) - you’ll need change for the fish food dispenser.
We also paid for two ‘hold-an-alligator’ passes which was amazing!!! The other things that came in the package we bought on the day was a few tokens for the mini-amusement arcade they have, gem mining experience where you pour a bag of silt into a pan to find the gems. There were LOADS of gems to find and you get a leaflet to help you identify what they all are. We also did the paddle-boat trip although we kind of gave up on it as the paddles and steering were a little off for us on the day and at the time we chose to do it the heavens opened. If you are determined bunch they have ponchos on sale for $6.99 (at the time we went) and I wish my party had been a little more daring to re-try the boat later when the weather improved.
On the whole I would highly recommend this activity for family entertainment. While we were there the staff took a call for a kids party event so it must be a fun thing to do for local children.
The staff were friendly, enthusiastic and helpful. The restrooms were fragrant and well equipped which made it a pleasant experience for hand washing etc.
If you are from abroad/out of town, I would recommend wearing a hat and using a high factor sun screen as the courses are mostly out in the open under the hot sun (we are from the UK). There are fans blowing air and water in places along the way but it’s still a humid atmosphere. Also, maybe consider checking the weather and take ponchos with you in case of a short-lived shower of rain too. We experienced a short 5 minute long shower of rain but it in no way ruined our experience.
We were really pleased with the experience and would definitely recommend for families with kids of different ages, couples, friends.
We did one of the two golf circuits. There is an easy one and a more difficult one and you can do both if you like.
The course was really pleasant and fun, lots to look at on the way, lots of running water around and lovely scenery, rope bridges and caves.
We then chose to feed the alligators which is really worth doing - there were around 30 of them in the pool with a few terrapins/turtles. In a separate pool there are huge fish to feed (Koi?) - you’ll need change for the fish food dispenser.
We also paid for two ‘hold-an-alligator’ passes which was amazing!!! The other things that came in the package we bought on the day was a few tokens for the mini-amusement arcade they have, gem mining experience where you pour a bag of silt into a pan to find the gems. There were LOADS of gems to find and you get a leaflet to help you identify what they all are. We also did the paddle-boat trip although we kind of gave up on it as the paddles and steering were a little off for us on the day and at the time we chose to do it the heavens opened. If you are determined bunch they have ponchos on sale for $6.99 (at the time we went) and I wish my party had been a little more daring to re-try the boat later when the weather improved.
On the whole I would highly recommend this activity for family entertainment. While we were there the staff took a call for a kids party event so it must be a fun thing to do for local children.
The staff were friendly, enthusiastic and helpful. The restrooms were fragrant and well equipped which made it a pleasant experience for hand washing etc.
If you are from abroad/out of town, I would recommend wearing a hat and using a high factor sun screen as the courses are mostly out in the open under the hot sun (we are from the UK). There are fans blowing air and water in places along the way but it’s still a humid atmosphere. Also, maybe consider checking the weather and take ponchos with you in case of a short-lived shower of rain too. We experienced a short 5 minute long shower of rain but it in no way ruined our experience.
We were really pleased with the experience and would definitely recommend for families with kids of different ages, couples, friends.
Written 11 August 2024
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Samantha Y
15 contributions
May 2022
At first my partner and I just saw some alligator’s over a section of fences, once I had looked around realised it had more to offer. You can have a hold of an alligator and take your own photos (no snake). Just in past the kiosk are more areas where you can feed the alligator’s, which I found enjoyable. You have a water section with turtles in as well but you don’t get to feed them. Further in again was a small basket ball court and then obviously you go in to play the golf. Sadly I didn’t get to play their golf due to no wheelchair access but apart from that one issue for any family it’s a wonderful experience for a reasonable price. Fully recommend checking this out, friendly and informative staff and easy located within walking distance from most hotels.
Written 6 June 2022
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Carl
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK21 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
We liked the theming of the place, and it was really clean. Holes 1-9 are accessible, but 10-18 aren’t. So unfortunately we’re giving 3/5. Given Florida’s aging population and the number of disabled tourists… In 2022 we expect more.
We’d even asked as we could only play 1-9 could we pay half price, we were told no.
We’d even asked as we could only play 1-9 could we pay half price, we were told no.
Written 20 September 2022
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Carla H
Northamptonshire, UK481 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
We played crazy gold, fed and held the alligators and it was about $90 for two people. It seems a lot but the crazy golf is an 18 hole course and looked the best out of all of them on international drive. With the alligator photo there was no rush and the guy also took photos as a group too. Would highly recommend this Crazy golf.
Written 4 June 2024
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Davis Beitz
Kennewick, WA14 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
Seriously the most fun we’ve had so far this trip. Hands down the BEST mini golf course around & the KINDEST staff. The course is amazingly detailed, with all kinds of obstacles. The scoring guide also included a fun scavenger hunt. The baby gators are a MUST see (you can even hold and feed them).
We were so impressed with both Jolene and John. They were extremely personable and make our kids feel extremely special! Their attitudes and customer service were both top tier. They both even took the time to give us some recommendations on local restaurants and other things to do & we are so thankful!
We will absolutely be back again!
We were so impressed with both Jolene and John. They were extremely personable and make our kids feel extremely special! Their attitudes and customer service were both top tier. They both even took the time to give us some recommendations on local restaurants and other things to do & we are so thankful!
We will absolutely be back again!
Written 3 February 2022
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Mike
New Philadelphia, OH9 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Rushed/rude employee. Paid for ultimate package for 2 people and I didn’t care to do gem mining or holding a baby Aligator. After we putted a nice 18 holes, we were handed a bag of sand with stones already in it to screen(Amazon special). Coming from a gemologist background! Befofe while emptying my pockets to show receipt, my vape is in my hand(same pocket as receipt) The employee quickly let me know they are against “vaping” in their OUTDOOR putt putt course! Which is fine because I never did, it was just in my pocket with my receipt to prove we paid $117 for putt putt and holding a baby alligator. They let my daughter hold it but never my Fiance. We felt like we were in such a rush and an inconvenience to the “mall cop”! We won’t be back, over priced and under appreciated. Do better, you have a beautiful area!
Written 12 June 2023
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Kole Davis
Dallas, TX16 contributions
Jul 2021
My husband and I always love a great round of mini golf when we travel. Congo River Golf was so much fun. I had just as much fun watching the other guests feed the alligators and holding them for pictures! Their reactions were priceless! The woman working on 7/6/21 at 4 pm (I forget her name) was so personable. She took care of us even though she was busy with other guests wanting to take pictures with the alligators. If you are looking for a chill day, hang out here. They are super nice.
Written 7 July 2021
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Does anyone know how much extra it is to hold an alligator please.
Written 12 March 2024
Not sure how much to just hold the alligator but we had 2 adults and our 4 year old to play golf then for him we added on alligator feeding, holding, gem mining, souvenir golf ball, arcade tokens and a game of ubanki hoops for around $65, can't remember the exact amount, hope that helps.
Written 16 March 2024
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