Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Garden Route as you play at least 6 of the top 25 golf courses in South Africa. The Garden Route starts in Mossel Bay and winds it’s way to the stunning Cape Winelands. It is South Africa's golf capital and is home to world class courses and amazing game reserves.
golf, safari & the cape winelands
Golf courses
South African Ranking: 5
Fancourt’s Montagu Golf Course, originally designed by Gary Player, has earned a world class reputation as one
of the finest 18-hole parkland layouts.
It holds the prestigious 5th position
on South Africa's Top 100 Courses.
South African Ranking: 20
Covering 254 hectares on the Knysna clifftops, the Pezula Championship Course has views of both the Knysna Lagoon and the Indian Ocean.
Par for the course is 72.
Pezula is ranked 20th in South Africa
and was designed by David Dale and Ronald Fream of GolfPlan USA.
South African Ranking: 15
Pinnacle Point Golf Course is a Peter Matkovich designed course, ranked
15th in South Africa.
Overlooking the Indian Ocean this is South Africa's equivalent to Pebble Beach.
My favourite South African course.
South African Ranking: 3
A Jack Nicklaus Signiture Golf Course
A destination inspired by the majestic mountain ranges and natural beauty
for which the Cape Winelands is renowned.
Pearl Valley is ranked number
3 in South Africa.
South African Ranking: 25
The Gary Player designed
Erinvale Golf Club is one of the best in South Africa.
Enjoy finely manicured fairways, fast greens and breath taking views of the surrounding mountains, the Winelands and the False Bay coastline.
Erinvale is ranked number 25 in
South Africa.
Optional Golf courses
South African Ranking: 16
Simola Golf and Country Estate has
firmly cemented its place as one of Africa’s premiere golfing destinations.
The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course was designed by the legend himself,
was the first on the continent and still only one of three in Africa.
Simola is ranked number 16th in
South Africa.
South African Ranking: 23
Ranked 23rd by South Africa's Top 100 Courses' experts, Fancourt’s Outeniqua golf course offers a leisurely and entertaining golfing experience.
Enjoy the stunning scenery as you play this Gary Player designed course named after the Outeniqua Mountains.
South African Ranking: 18
George has long been regarded as
one of the most delightful parkland courses in South Africa.
Its reputation comes from being a wonderful walk along attractive leafy fairways; having an interesting variety of holes on gently undulating terrain. Plus the majestic backdrop of the Outeniqua mountain range.
Cape Town
Cape Town is a modern, cosmopolitan city surrounded by nature. Centred around Table Mountain, one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, Cape Town is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning biodiversity, award-winning food and wine, and sheer variety of experiences on offer. We will stay 2 nights at the Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town's luxurious V and A Waterfront and enjoy a complimentary tour of Table Mountain.
This is a uniquely South African Safari Experience, enjoyed by glamping in tented lodges. This gracious family-owned and privately-operated game reserve and is home to lions, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, hippo and more.
As well as guided game drives and horseback safari you can also experience and enjoy the Garden Route’s abundant fauna and flora on foot, on a guided bush trail. In addition, there is tennis courts, swimming pool, gym, fishing, and the day spa offers the ultimate in tranquillity, privacy and sublime relaxation.
With all the sumptuous style, comfort and attention to detail this will be a memorable three days.
The Cape Winelands is a beautiful region, known for its exceptional award-winning wines, fascinating history, picturesque settings and exquisite foods. Rolling vineyards and historical Cape Dutch houses are set against a mountainous backdrop, with excellent wine never far away. We stay in Paarl for three nights, playing 2 games of golf with a day of wine tasting and quality food.
Accommodation
Fancourt, an award winning lifestyle resort in South Africa, is located in the city of George which is in the heart of the Garden Route. The Fancourt hotel offers 115 spacious rooms and suites, perfect for both local and international travelers, couples, families and golf enthusiasts.
This gracious family-owned and privately-operated game reserve is malaria-free and home to four of the Big Five game animals (lion, elephant, African buffalo and rhino).
There are also cheetahs, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, hippos and a host of antelope, including the rare black impala.
We will be glamping in tented lodges.
Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa is a luxurious award winning Destination Wellness Retreat situated in the beautiful Western Cape Winelands. Santé was voted as Africa’s best Wellness Retreat 2022 as well as South Africa’s best Wellness Retreat 2022.
Situated on the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, The Table Bay Hotel is perfectly positioned against the stunning backdrop of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and provides easy access to the top places to visit in Cape Town.
Food & Wine
On tour we will dine at award winning restaurants.
Enjoy sumptuous seafood including oysters and lobster and a range of local favorites including a traditional South African braai.
Premium wines and beers are all included in the price.
South Africa - Itinerary October 2024
All meals, drinks, accommodation, golf fees and internal transfers are included.
Day 1 - 14 October
1 night's accommodation at Johannesburg International Airport InterContinental.
Day 2 - 15 October
Johannesburg International Airportto George Airport - staying at Fancourt.
Day 3 - 16 October
Game 1 at Fancourt - Montagu, staying at Fancourt.
Day 4 - 17 October
Game 2 at Simola or Pezula, staying at Fancourt.
Day 5 - 18 October
Free day. Golf optional at Fancourt - Outeniqua.
Day 6 - 19 October
Game 3 at Fancourt - Links, staying at Fancourt.
Day 7 - 20 October
Staying at Botlierskop Game Reserve or similar. Safari tour.
Day 8 - 21 October
Staying at Botlierskop Game Reserve or similar. Safari tour.
Day 9 - 22 October
Game 4 at Pinnacle Point. Staying Botlierskop Game Reserve or similar. Afternoon safari tour.
Day 10 - 23 October
Transfer to Cape Winelands. Staying at Sante Wellness Retreat & Spa, Paarl.
Day 11 - 24 October
Game 5 at Pearl Valley, staying at Sante Wellness Retreat & Spa, Paarl.
Day 12 - 25 October
Game 6 at Erinvale or lunch and wine tasting at Babylonstoren Winery, staying at Sante Wellness Retreat & Spa, Paarl .
Day 13 - 26 October
Transfer to Cape Town. Staying at Table Bay Hotel.
Day 14 - 27 October
Cape Town sightseeing. Staying at Table Bay Hotel.
Day 15 - 28 October
Departing Cape Town.
About Us
4007 Golf Tours is based in Brisbane, Australia.
We specialise in small group tours for golfers who love good food, wine and travel.
Your hosts Greg Burns and Monique Higgins have prepared well researched itineraries, using local knowledge of the area and the golf courses.
Fabulous local partners, access to exclusive courses, and bespoke experiences ensures you will have an exceptional tour.
Your comfort and safety is our utmost priority while also having fun and connecting with like-minded golf travellers.
Greg Burns
Tour Guide
Monique Higgins
Tour Guide
We will tailor tour dates to suit you and your golfing friends.
Please contact us for an information brochure which details costs and inclusions.
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