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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| 1a. |
Gary Player |
£37 per round |
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This 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6420 yds |
| Red tees |
5453 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 1b. |
Lost City |
£37 per round |
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This 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6489 yds |
| Red tees |
5385 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 13. |
Mossel Bay |
£23 per round |
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A ‘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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
71 |
| Yellow tees |
6409 yds |
| Red tees |
5334 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 14a. |
Fancourt Montagu Course |
Low: £34 High: £53 |
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This 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
71 |
| Yellow tees |
6520 yds |
| Red tees |
5610 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 14b. |
Fancourt Outeniqua Course |
Low: £34 High: £53 |
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Situated 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
71 |
| Yellow tees |
6536 yds |
| Red tees |
5333 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 14c. |
Fancourt Links Course |
£75 |
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Host 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6708 yds |
| Red tees |
5478 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 14d. |
Fancourt Bramble Hill Course |
£15 |
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The 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
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6262 yds |
| Red tees |
5219 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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This ‘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 Hotels
Fancourt ~ King George III
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6262 yds |
| Red tees |
5652 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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Nestled 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 Hotels
Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
73 |
| Yellow tees |
6356 yds |
| Red tees |
5603 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 17. |
Sparrebosch Golf Club |
£79 |
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This ‘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 Hotels
Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6846 yds |
| Red tees |
5680 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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| 18. |
Plettenberg Bay Golf Club |
£27 |
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Plettenberg 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 Hotels
Knysna Quays ~ Knysna Log Inn
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| Holes |
18 |
| Par |
72 |
| Yellow tees |
6459 yds |
| Red tees |
5300 yds |
| Mens H/cap |
28 |
| Ladies H'cap |
36 |
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