Luxury South Africa Golf Vacations
Experience the ultimate golf adventure in South Africa
South Africa golf vacations offer all the amenities you need and more during a trip to one of the world’s most exotic and exhilarating golf destinations. Home to some of the game’s greats, from Gary Player to Ernie Els, the Rainbow Nation offers a quality and quantity of golf to rival any nation.
With the dramatic scenery of the Cape, iconic African wildlife, and fine local produce to sample at every turn, a South Africa golf vacation provides more than just tee time.
The finest golf in Africa is found across two main regions. Heading north takes you towards the world-renowned Kruger National Park for a golf safari among wildlife at Leopard Creek. Combine your trip here with luxury safari lodges and thrilling game drives.
The scenic Garden Route in the south starts at Cape Town, with nearby Pearl Valley and Arabella offering excellent play opportunities. From here, you can head to Stellenboch for fine wines, luxury golf at Fancourt, and refined elegance at St Francis Links. If you can’t decide which corner of South Africa to visit, our South Africa Golf Safari combines the best of everything.
The Best Golf Destinations in South Africa
Fancourt
George
Fancourt is conveniently located just seven miles from the George Airport, along South Africa’s scenic coastal Garden Route.
Sitting beneath the majestic Outeniqua Mountains, the destination boasts 3 championship golf courses, a golf academy, two five-star hotels, a luxurious spa, and multiple dining outlets, it is South Africa’s most complete resort experience.
Pearl Valley
Paarl
Located in the Western Cape the Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course on Val de Vie Estate opened in 2003 to rave reviews with an exhibition match between him and South Africa’s own, Gary Player.
The layout situated on a 500-acre estate in the Cape Vinelands area is visually stunning.
Leopard Creek
Malelane
Bordering the Kruger National Park in South Africa, Leopard Creek Country Club is a private club experience like no other in the world.
The course is built in the middle of an active African wildlife habitat, while protected from the more aggressive wildlife it is not uncommon to see giraffes and antelope on the fairways during a round.
Arabella
Hermanus
The Pete Mattovich design at Arabella is in one of the most diverse environmental areas in the world. The coast location is enhanced with stunning vistas of the Kogelberg Mountains in the background.
Since opening the design has consistently been ranked in South Africa’s Top Ten Courses.
St Francis Links
Cape St Francis
This Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course opened in 2007, it was named Best New South African Course that year and has been a fixture in the country’s Top Ten Courses since then.
While not a ‘true’ links, the layout exhibits many links golf traits as the fairways traverse rugged sandy turf but also feature strands of trees and water hazards to navigate.
Explore South Africa
South Africa is a nation built on sport, its troubled past has been aided through the bringing communities together through this shared passion. From four Rugby World Cup wins to the 22 combined major wins by South African golfers, there is no better nation to experience a golf trip.
With direct flights to South Africa from New York (JFK), Washington (IAD), and Atlanta (ATL), and flight time starting at 15 hours, a golf vacation to South Africa is more accessible and more enjoyable than ever.
South Africa Golf Safari
Immerse yourself in the Rainbow nation, and discover the best of South Africa on this luxury 12-night tour.
Golfers will play the best courses in the country, including Pearl Valley, Leopard Creek, and Fancourt.
Sample some of the world’s finest wines, and enjoy game drives in the Kruger National Park.
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South Africa FAQs
South Africa boasts over 450 golf courses, many set in stunning landscapes, from coastal courses to those near wildlife reserves.
The South African Open is the country’s premier golf tournament, part of the Sunshine Tour and co-sanctioned by the European Tour.
Yes, accommodations are included in most packages, and meals can be added depending on the tour package.
Yes, Premier Golf offers fully customizable golf tour itineraries in South Africa, tailored to individual preferences.
The best time to visit is from November to March, which is summer in South Africa and ideal for golfing.
Top destinations include Fancourt, Leopard Creek, and courses along the Garden Route and in Cape Town.