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    GOLF COURSES IN SOUTH AFRICA CAPE TOWN & WINELANDS

    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.

     

     
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    Milnerton

    £32 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6691 yds
    Red tees 5802 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    milnertonThis ‘links style’ course can be a real challenge. Located just 5 miles North of Cape Town, it is right on the ocean, and a lack of trees leaves it fully exposed to the elements. The breathtaking views of Table Mountain will make it an unforgettable round of golf. Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday - members only.

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Sun City Hotel ~ Palace Hotel

     
     

     
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    Steenberg

    Hotel residents £32  Visitors £50

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 7002 yds
    Red tees 5908 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    steenbergThis well designed championship course meanders through the Steenberg vineyards, pine forests and waterways, offering a varied and memorable round. The well kept greens are amongst the best in the Cape region and the differing tee positions mean it can be enjoyed by all.

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Sun City Hotel ~ Palace Hotel

     
     

     
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    Royal Cape

    Jun to Sep £32  Oct to Apr £55

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6672 yds
    Red tees 5877 yds
    Mens H'cap 24
    Ladies H'cap 30

    royal capeThe Royal Cape Golf Course is the oldest in South Africa. Famous for it’s superb scenic beauty, but also known to be windy and difficult to play. A flat parkland layout, the course gives an ideal introduction into golf in the Cape. Nine times host to the South African Open. Saturday – members, Tuesday p.m. - ladies

    Nearest Featured Hotels
    Fancourt ~ King George III

     
     

     
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    Clovelly

    Weekdays £44  Sunday £50

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6433 yds
    Red tees 5620 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    clovellyLocated on the Cape Peninsula, Clovelly is surrounded by wonderful countryside and is regarded as one of the most beautiful Cape courses. The narrow fairways require a good degree of accuracy and the 9th is regarded as the most difficult Par 5 in the Cape. Especially testing in windy conditions. Saturday – members, Tuesday p.m. ladies

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     

     
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    Westlake

    £36 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 73
    Yellow tees 6463 yds
    Red tees 5467 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    westlakeThe Westlake is situated at the foot of the Silvermine Mountains and is one of the most popular courses in the Cape. Well maintained fairways are, on the whole, protected from the wind by mature Pines. Saturday – members, Tuesday p.m. ladies

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     

     
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    Pearl Valley

    £51 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 74
    Yellow tees 6812 yds
    Red tees 5126 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/7_pearl_valley.jpgSurrounded by the Simonsberg and Drakenstein Mountains and bordered by vineyards, this Jack Nicholas designed parkland course encourages the golfer to think their way round. Wednesday pm & Saturday – members only

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     

     
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    Stellenbosch

    £34 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6827 yds
    Red tees 5611 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    stellenboshThis scenic course is located about an hour from Cape Town in the middle of the Cape’s famous winelands area. A previous host to the South African Open, the course has relatively narrow tree lined fairways. Wednesday p.m. Saturday – members

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt

     
     

     
    9.

    Devonvale

    £27 per round

    Holes 18
    Par 70
    Yellow tees 6080 yds
    Red tees 5607 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    devonvaleChallenging championship parkland course with spectacular views that stretch all the way to Cape Town. Surrounded by the peace and tranquillity of the Winelands, right next door to Hartenberg Wine estate.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Fancourt ~ King George III

     
     

     
    10.

    Spier Golf Club

    Hotel residents £27  Visitors £29

    Holes 18
    Par 70
    Yellow tees 6472yds
    Red tees 5600 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/10_spier_golf_club.jpgSet amongst the Orange groves and vine yards of the central Winelands area, with the Blaauwklippen river frequently coming into play. This is a well laid out parkland style course that offers an exciting challenge to golfers of all standards.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn

     
     

     
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    Erinvale

    Hotel residents £36  Visitors £50

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 7068 yds
    Red tees 6422 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    erinvaleSituated at the foot of the Helderberg Mountains, which protect it from the wind, Erinvale is regarded as one of the best courses in the Western Cape. The front 9 despite, the water and bunker hazards, are relatively easy, the back 9 present more of a challenge over hillier terrain. Thursday, Saturday, Sunday – members only. December / January Erinvale guests only.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn

     
     

     
    12.

    Arabella

    Hotel residents £36  Visitors £50

    Holes 18
    Par 72
    Yellow tees 6630 yds
    Red tees 5567 yds
    Mens H'cap 28
    Ladies H'cap 36

    ----> images/golf_fields/12_arabella.jpgSet in the Arabella estate, in a potential ‘World Heritage’ site, the course is diverse and designed with links, parkland and coastal aspects. The wide fairways feature many bunkers and water hazards. ‘Challenging enough to bring you back for more, enjoyable so you won't want to leave'. Visitors can only book 7 days prior.

    Nearest Featured Hotel
    Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn