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Golfing in South Africa
Experience a Golf Safari in South Africa
Tee Off In The Wild
Playing golf in South Africa belongs on every golfer’s bucket list. As a world‑class destination, a South African golf safari delivers superb courses, dramatic Cape scenery, iconic wildlife, and outstanding local cuisine – so it’s about far more than just tee times. Pack your clubs and contact a Safari Curators travel golf expert to craft a bespoke itinerary, or join us on a scheduled golf tour, and you’ll be walking the same fairways as legends like Gary Player, Ernie Els, Retief Goosen, and Louis Oosthuizen. With unmatched variety and quality across the country’s top courses, South Africa offers an unforgettable golf experience.
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Play world‑class layouts and then swap your clubs for a game drive to see iconic wildlife, including the Big Five.
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Take a South African golf safari with Safari Curators
South Africa is a golf traveler’s dream – world‑class courses around every corner, legendary designers, and sunny days almost year‑round. Our golf safaris pair exceptional play with unforgettable experiences: dramatic Cape scenery, game drives in premier reserves, and visits to iconic sights like Table Mountain and the Garden Route.
Play where the pros do: tee off at Leopard Creek beside Kruger National Park, test your game at Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player–designed layouts, or enjoy championship rounds at Pearl Valley, Arabella, Fancourt, and St Francis Links. Many courses sit within reach of luxury lodges and resorts, so your days on the course are matched by first‑class comfort and cuisine each evening.
Beyond golf: combine rounds with wildlife safaris in Kruger or Pilanesberg, wine tasting in Stellenbosch, or coastal drives along the Garden Route. Whether you want a focused golf itinerary or a mixed luxury safari and golf escape, our South Africa Golf Safaris are fully customisable to include the best courses, lodges, and experiences.
The best golf in South Africa clusters in two standout regions. In the northeast, Leopard Creek sits on the doorstep of Kruger National Park, perfect for a golf safari that pairs championship golf with luxury lodges and thrilling game drives. In the southwest, the Garden Route and Cape Town corridor offer premier courses such as Pearl Valley and Arabella, with nearby Stellenbosch for world‑class wines, Fancourt for luxury golf, and the elegant St Francis Links. If you can’t choose, our South Africa Golf Safari blends highlights from both regions into one tailored itinerary so you get the very best of golf, wildlife, wine, and coastal scenery.
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November 2026 – South Africa Golf Safari
With 11 official languages, a rich blend of cultures, world‑class courses, and first‑rate resorts, South Africa is a must-visit golf destination.
Pair championship rounds with gourmet dining, vibrant arts and nightlife, pristine beaches, award‑winning wine estates, and unforgettable game drives, this is golf plus lifestyle at its best.
Our South Africa Golf Safari combines the country’s highlights into one seamless itinerary: wine tasting in Stellenbosch, safari drives in Kruger, and rounds on premier courses from the foothills of Table Mountain to the wildlife‑framed fairways of Leopard Creek. Play championship layouts such as Pinnacle Point, Steenberg, and Fancourt, then unwind in luxury lodges and sample local cuisine, an immersive trip that delivers exceptional golf and authentic South African experiences. Contact us to customize your ideal golf and safari escape.
Destinations
Botswana
Situated in the southwest portion of Africa, this land-locked country boasts a spectacular array of landscapes and wildlife, offering one of the most exclusive safaris experiences on the continent.
Kenya
Fondly known as the ‘Jewel of Africa’, Kenya is home to the Masai Mara and Serengeti, famous for the Great Migration, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, when millions of wildebeest followed by zebra and gazelle, migrate in search of greener pastures.
South Africa
South Africa ticks all the boxes when it comes to a visit to Southern Africa, with its breathtaking coastlines, Big 5 safaris, world history and diverse cultures. South Africa caters to families, multi-generational travelers as well as honeymooners alike.
Rwanda
Rwanda is a small landlocked country in Central/East Africa, offering a world of incredible natural wonders, not seen elsewhere on the planet. The ultimate experience is gorilla trekking, and combined with the diverse landscapes and one-of-a-kind experiences.
The Best Golf Destinations in South Africa
With more than 500 courses framed by some of the planet’s most dramatic landscapes, South Africa is a golfer’s dream.
Play world‑class layouts and then swap your clubs for a game drive to see iconic wildlife, including the Big Five. While you’ll find golf nearly everywhere, certain regions stand out. Below are our top destinations for an unforgettable South African golf escape.
Fancourt
George
Fancourt sits beneath the Outeniqua Mountains on the Garden Route, just a seven‑mile drive from George Airport. The resort offers a complete luxury golf experience with three championship courses, a golf academy, two five‑star hotels, a world‑class spa, and several dining venues, perfect for golfers seeking top‑tier play and resort comfort.
Pearl Valley
Paarl
Located in the Western Cape on the Val de Vie estate, Pearl Valley is a Jack Nicklaus Signature course that opened in 2003 with an exhibition match featuring Nicklaus and South Africa’s legend Gary Player. Set across a 500‑acre estate in the Cape Winelands, the course combines championship design with breathtaking vineyard and mountain views.
Leopard Creek
Malelane
Bordering Kruger National Park, Leopard Creek Country Club offers a truly unique private‑club experience. Set within an active wildlife habitat, the course is safeguarded from dangerous animals yet often plays host to giraffes, antelope, and other wildlife strolling the fairways, an unforgettable backdrop to world‑class golf.
Arabella
Hermanus
Pete Mattovich’s Arabella course sits in one of the world’s most ecologically diverse regions, perched on the coast with sweeping views of the Kogelberg Mountains. Since opening, Arabella has consistently ranked among South Africa’s top ten courses, praised for its thoughtful routing, scenic beauty, and championship challenge.
St Francis Links
St Francis Bay
This Jack Nicklaus Signature course, opened in 2007 and honored as South Africa’s Best New Course that year, has remained a fixture in the country’s Top Ten ever since. While not a traditional links, the layout exhibits many links‑style characteristics, rugged sandy turf, firm fairways, and wide angles of play, tempered by tree-lined stretches and strategic water hazards that add variety and challenge.
South Africa
South Africa is a golf traveller’s dream – world‑class courses around every corner, legendary designers, and sunny days almost year‑round.
Our golf safaris seamlessly blend world-class golfing with truly unforgettable adventures set against the stunning backdrop of the Cape. Imagine playing on extraordinary courses while surrounded by breathtaking views, embarking on thrilling game drives in some of the finest reserves and exploring iconic landmarks such as the majestic Table Mountain and the picturesque Garden Route, all of which create an enriching and immersive experience for every traveller.