South African Bucket List Golf Tour
Cape Town · The Garden Route · Kruger National Park — South Africa’s three highest-ranked courses, two Big Five game drives, and five-star lodges, all in one journey.
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Championship Courses
2
Private Game Drives
3
Destinations
5★
Luxury Lodges
Duration
12 Days, 11 Nights
Where You'll Stay ───────
Three Exceptional Properties
Each property is hand-selected to match the destination — from a waterfront Cape Town hotel to a five-star bush lodge to a hillside golf resort on the Garden Route.
Cape Town & Winelands · Days 1–4
The Cullinan Hotel
★★★★
Ideally situated in Cape Town & Winelands, close to iconic vineyards, fine dining, and scenic coastlines. Your perfect base for wine tours, city exploration, and unforgettable South African experiences.
4 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
George — Garden Route · Days 5–8
Fancourt Hotel
★★★★
Nestled in George along the Garden Route, surrounded by lush landscapes and championship golf courses. A luxury escape offering outdoor adventure, refined comfort, and access to South Africa’s most scenic coastline.
4 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
Kruger National Park · Days 9–12
Buhala Lodge
★★★★
Set on the edge of Kruger National Park, overlooking the Crocodile River with frequent wildlife sightings. An intimate safari lodge offering authentic bush experiences, guided game drives, and peaceful natural surroundings.
3 Nights · Breakfast & Dinner
Your Golf Experience ───────
Choose Your Courses
Seven exceptional championship courses have been selected to provide variety, challenge, and sheer
beauty at every stage of the journey.
| Day | Course | Location | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 2 | Steenberg Golf Estate | Constantia Valley, Cape Town | Winery & Bistro setting |
| Day 4 | Pearl Valley Golf Course | Val de Vie, Franschhoek | SA Top 10 — mountain backdrop |
| Day 6 | Outeniqua Course — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | SA Top 20 |
| Day 7 | Montagu Course — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | SA Top 5 — Gary Player design |
| Day 8 | The Links — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | SA #2 ranked course |
| Day 10 | Leopard Creek Par 3 | Kruger / Malelane | Wildlife borders the fairways |
| Day 11 | Leopard Creek Championship | Kruger / Malelane | 🏆 SA #1 ranked course |
🏆 South Africa’s Top 3 Courses — All in One Tour
Leopard Creek (#1) • The Links at Fancourt (#2) • Pearl Valley (#3) — Tick all three off the bucket list in a single journey.
Tour Highlights
01
World-Class Golf
- Tee off at South Africa’s three highest-ranked courses on a single trip
- Seven diverse championship layouts — links, parkland, mountain, and wildlife settings
- Gary Player-designed Montagu Course at Fancourt, ranked in South Africa’s Top 5
- Leopard Creek — the #1 course in South Africa — with hippos and crocodiles along the banks
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Kruger National Park
- Two guided game drives in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves
- Chance to witness the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo
- Stay at the luxurious, family-run Buhala Lodge on the banks of the Crocodile River
- Sundowners on the river deck as the African bush comes alive at dusk
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Cape Winelands & Cuisine
- Exclusive wine tastings at Babylonstoren, Spice Route, or the Steenberg Estate
- Lunch at Bistro Sixteen82 — one of the Cape’s most celebrated winery restaurants
- Gourmet meals prepared by top chefs across every property in the itinerary
- A culinary journey through South Africa’s rich and diverse food culture
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Cape Peninsula & Table Mountain
- Guided Cape Peninsula tour including the charming fishing village of Kalk Bay
- Visit Boulders Beach to see the resident African penguin colony
- Return cable car trip to the summit of the iconic Table Mountain
- Entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve at the tip of the continent
WHAT’S INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
What's Included
- All accommodation (11 nights) including breakfast
- Buhala Lodge includes breakfast and dinner
- All green fees including golf carts
- All domestic flights (CPT → George → Nelspruit → JHB)
- 2 private guided game drives in Kruger National Park
- 1 guided Cape Peninsula highlights tour
- Private transportation throughout the peninsula tour
- Registered & qualified driver throughout
- Return Table Mountain Cableway tickets
- Entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve
- Entrance to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
What's Excluded
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Wine farm tastings and lunches
- International flights and airport transfers
- Transfers between hotels (can be quoted on request)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and extras
Transfers and transport can be quoted once the number of travellers is confirmed. Courses and hotels are subject to availability — should any be unavailable, a comparable alternative of equivalent standard will be arranged.
CAPE TOWN & WINELANDS — Days 1 to 4
Day-By-Day Itineraryn
01
Arrival in Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town and check into the iconic Cullinan Hotel, perfectly located adjacent
to the V&A Waterfront — a world-class destination offering premier shopping,
restaurants, and harbour views. Settle in, explore at your leisure, and prepare for the
adventure ahead.
02
Golf at Steenberg Estate
Experience the elegance of Steenberg Estate in the beautiful Constantia Valley. This
renowned wine estate features a superb championship golf course and the acclaimed
Bistro Sixteen82 for lunch. A perfect blend of great golf and fine winery culture.
03
Cape Peninsula Guided Tour
A spectacular guided day exploring the Cape Peninsula. Start in the charming fishing
village of Kalk Bay, visit Boulders Beach to meet the resident penguin colony, journey
through Cape Point Nature Reserve, and end the day with a cable car ride to the summit of
Table Mountain for unforgettable sunset views.
04
Golf at Pearl Valley — SA Top 3
Tee off at the magnificent Pearl Valley Golf Course, set within the Val de Vie Estate
against a stunning backdrop of the Franschhoek mountains. After your round, visit
Babylonstoren or the Spice Route for a private wine tasting experience in the heart of the
Cape Winelands.
GEORGE & THE GARDEN ROUTE — Days 5 to 8
Day-By-Day Itineraryn
05
Fly to George — Fancourt Check-In
Enjoy a leisurely Cape Town morning — perhaps a visit to a blue-flag beach or a tour of
Robben Island. In the afternoon, fly to George Airport and transfer to the world-renowned
Fancourt Hotel, nestled at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. Check in and settle into
five-star luxury in the heart of the Garden Route.
06
Golf on the Outeniqua Course
Spend the day on Fancourt’s celebrated Outeniqua Course, ranked in South Africa’s Top
20. The course is known for its dramatic layout, impeccable conditioning, and
breathtaking mountain scenery. An outstanding day’s golf by any standard.
07
Golf on the Montagu Course — SA Top 5
Take on the original Gary Player-designed Montagu Course, ranked in South Africa’s Top
5. A masterclass in strategic course design, Montagu demands precision and rewards great
shot-making. Another extraordinary day of championship golf at Fancourt.
08
Golf at The Links — SA #2 Ranked Course
Test your game at The Links, home to the second-highest-rated golf course in the entire
country. Modelled on classic links-style design, this is a bucket-list round for any serious
golfer. A truly memorable experience in stunning surroundings.
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK — Days 9 to 12
Day-By-Day Itineraryn
09
Fly to Kruger — Buhala Lodge Check-In
Test your game at The Links, home to the second-highest-rated golf course in the entire
country. Modelled on classic links-style design, this is a bucket-list round for any serious
golfer. A truly memorable experience in stunning surroundings.
10
Morning Game Drive + Leopard Creek Par 3
Rise before dawn for your first guided game drive into Kruger National Park — one of the
most authentic wildlife experiences on earth. Return for a leisurely breakfast before
heading to Leopard Creek’s beautiful Par 3 course for an afternoon round as the wildlife
wanders the river’s edge.
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Golf at Leopard Creek — SA #1 Ranked Course
Save the very best for last. A full championship day at Leopard Creek — South Africa’s #1
ranked golf course. The course hugs the boundary of Kruger National Park with wildlife
visible throughout your round. End the day with G&Ts at the iconic clubhouse,
overlooking the famous island 18th green as the sun sets over the bush. A truly once-in-alifetime experience.
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Final Game Drive — Departure
One last early-morning game drive as the African bush wakes up around you. Transfer to
Nelspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and onward connections home. Depart
with a full heart, a camera full of memories, and a scorecard to be proud of.
Ready to Book?
Transfers and transport can be quoted once the number of travellers is confirmed. Courses and hotels are subject to availability — should any be unavailable, a comparable alternative of equivalent standard will be arranged.Contact us to start planning your South African golf adventure.