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    GOLF COURSES IN SOUTH AFRICA GARDEN ROUTE & SUN CITY

    Among the golf enthusiasts of the world, South Africa is still a well kept secret. However, with such high quality courses set in scenically stunning locations, and at great value, it's easy to see why golf holidays to South Africa are on the increase. We have picked some of the best known and most popular golf courses in South Africa for you to enjoy. Green fees are subject to change.

     

     
    1a.

    Gary Player

    £37 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6420 yds
    Red tees 5453 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/1a_gary_player.jpgThis parkland style course is continually ranked the best in South Africa. Famous for holding the Nedbank Million Dollar challenge, it is claimed to be one of the toughest in the Southern Hemisphere. The immaculate, fairly flat, fairways host many water and bunker hazards, however the multiple tee positions make the course playable for all standards..

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Sun City Hotel ~ Palace Hotel

     
     

     
    1b.

    Lost City

    £37 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6489 yds
    Red tees 5385 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/1b_lost_city.jpgThis Gary Player designed course utilises the natural beauty of the Pilanesburg Mountains surrounding Sun City. Famous for the crocodile inhabited 13th water hazard it also offers some of the most spectacular views to be had on a golf course. The championship nature of the course will prove an enjoyable challenge for all golfers. A round at Lost City is an experience which will not be forgotten.

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Sun City Hotel ~ Palace Hotel

     
     

     
    13.

    Mossel Bay

    £23 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 71
    Yellow tees 6409 yds
    Red tees 5334 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/1a_gary_player.jpgA ‘links style’ course with undulating terrain. It has recently gone through an upgrading and remodelling process and is know receiving great reviews. A great golfing experience where the sea can be seen from every tee.

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Fancourt ~ King George III

     
     

     
    14a.

    Fancourt Montagu Course

    Low: £34 High: £53

    Holes 18
    Par 71
    Yellow tees 6520 yds
    Red tees 5610 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/1a_gary_player.jpgThis Gary Player designed course is a world class layout set in spectacular surroundings and always in excellent condition. The Montegue has been ranked as the best course in South Africa, and a round here is a true test of golfing ability.
    Only playable by residents of Fancourt - one caddy per 2 ball compulsory.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     
     
    14b.

    Fancourt Outeniqua Course

    Low: £34 High: £53

    Holes 18
    Par 71
    Yellow tees 6536 yds
    Red tees 5333 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Fancourt Outeniqua CourseSituated in the heart of the popular Garden Route, Gary Player has created a championship course which takes in the setting of the surrounding mountains, water and wildlife.
    Only playable by residents of Fancourt - one caddy per 2 ball compulsory.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     
     
    14c.

    Fancourt Links Course

    £75

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6708yds
    Red tees 5478 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Fancourt Links CourseHost to the President's Cup in 2003 the Links course, with its undulating, windswept terrain and dune style landscape is the only one of its type in South Africa. Although only a few years old, ‘it looks as if it has always been there’. Similar to many Scottish links courses it represents a good test for all golfers. Only playable by residents of Fancourt - one caddy per 2 ball compulsory.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     
     
    14d.

    Fancourt Bramble Hill Course

    £15

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6262yds
    Red tees 5219 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Fancourt Bramble Hill CourseThe latest addition to the Fancourt Golf & Country Club the Bramble Hill course was designed to give the visitor a true Fancourt experience by incorporating a mixture of features, including the typical ‘links’ features. Course open to non-residents for additional £4.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     

     
    15.

    George Golf Club

    £32

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6262yds
    Red tees 5652 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    George Golf ClubThis ‘parkland style’ course is an established favourite, because of its scenic setting and memorable layout. The course feels as if it has been carved out of the forest, but the fairways are generous. A perfect round for a golfing holiday.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt ~ King George III

     
     

     
    16.

    Knysna Golf Club

    £23

    Holes 18
    Par 73
    Yellow tees 6356yds
    Red tees 5603 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Knysna Golf ClubNestled on the shores of the Knysna Lagoon, the golf course meanders along tidal pools in a tree lined parkland layout. The greens are regarded as some of the best in the Southern Cape. A course that is challenging to players at all levels, the scenic Knysna Golf Club is not to be missed whilst touring the Garden Route.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn

     
     

     
    17.

    Sparrebosch Golf Club

    £79

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6846yds
    Red tees 5680 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Sparrebosch Golf ClubThis ‘links and parkland’ style course has one of the most picturesque and dramatic cliff top settings on the rolling hills above the Indian Ocean. A championship course with differing tee positions enables all levels of golfers to play a truly memorable course.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn

     
     

     
    18.

    Plettenberg Golf Club

    £27

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6459yds
    Red tees 5300 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    Plettenberg Bay Golf ClubPlettenberg Bay golf course, set in a nature reserve, has generous fairways, which wind through thick vegetation. The shapes and slopes of the course together with the bunker and water hazards present an interesting challenge.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn