Wine, Whales, Golf & Safari
Sixteen nights. Five luxurious five-star hotels. Eight world-class golf courses. Three unique wine experiences. Hundreds of extraordinary views. One massive spoil.
8
Championship Courses
4
Private Game Drives
3
Wine Experiences
5★
Luxury Lodges
Duration
16 Days & 15 Nights
Where You'll Stay ───────
Five 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 · Days 1–4
The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel
★★★★
Ideally located in Cape Town’s Constantia Valley, surrounded by lush gardens and vineyards. A peaceful retreat offering fine dining, elegant rooms, and easy access to city highlights and wine estates.
4 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
Hermanus · Days 5–7
The Marine Hotel
★★★★
Perched along Hermanus’ famous cliff path, overlooking Walker Bay with spectacular ocean views. Renowned for whale watching, refined dining, and coastal charm, perfect for a relaxing seaside escape.
3 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
Gondwana Game Lodge · Days 8–9
Kwena Lodge Suites
★★★★
Set within Gondwana Game Reserve, featuring unique dome-shaped suites inspired by African design. An immersive safari experience with game drives, stunning landscapes, and close encounters with South Africa’s wildlife.
2 Nights · Fully All-Inclusive
George (Garden Route) · Days 9–12
Fancourt Hotel & Spa
★★★★
Located in George along the Garden Route, surrounded by mountains and world-class golf courses. A luxury resort offering spa indulgence, outdoor activities, and elegant accommodations in a scenic setting.
3 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
Plettenberg Bay · Days 12–15
The Plettenberg Hotel
★★★★
Overlooking the pristine beaches of Plettenberg Bay, offering breathtaking ocean views and stylish comfort. A sophisticated coastal retreat with fine dining, pools, and access to the Garden Route’s natural beauty.
3 Nights · Bed & Breakfast
Your Golf Experience ───────
Choose Your Courses
Eight world-class championship courses have been selected across four distinct regions — each offering
unique landscapes, challenges, and experiences.
| Course | Location | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| Steenberg Golf Club | Constantia Valley, Cape Town | Shared cart + Wine cellar tour at Bistro 1682 |
| Pearl Valley Golf Course | Val de Vie, Franschhoek | Shared cart — mountain panorama setting |
| Arabella Golf Club | Hermanus / Bot River Lagoon | Shared cart — lagoon & mountain views |
| Goose Valley Golf Club | Plettenberg Bay area | Shared cart — forest & coastal landscape |
| Montagu Course — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | Halfway house + Shared cart |
| The Links — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | Halfway house + Shared cart + Shared caddie |
| Outeniqua Course — Fancourt | George, Garden Route | Halfway house + Shared cart |
| Pezula Championship Course | Knysna Heads | Shared cart — clifftop ocean views |
🏆 Three Fancourt Courses in One Stay
The Montagu, Outeniqua, and The Links courses at Fancourt represent some of the finest golf in the Southern Hemisphere. The Links — designed by Gary Player — is rated one of the top 2 courses in South Africa, with a dedicated shared caddie included.
Tour Highlights
01
World-Class Golf
- Eight championship courses across four regions — mountain, vineyard, lagoon, clifftop, and forest settings
- Three consecutive rounds at Fancourt — one of South Africa’s premier golf resorts
- The Links at Fancourt — rated SA’s #2 course, with a shared caddie included
- Pezula Championship Course on the dramatic Knysna Heads — a perfect final round
02
Wine & Culinary Experiences
- Exclusive Wine Cellar Tour at Bistro 1682 following golf at Steenberg Estate
- Pearl Valley golf with post-round tastings at Babylonstoren or the Spice Route (optional)
- Hermanus leisure day with wine tastings in the renowned Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
- Gourmet dining at every property, from five-star hotel restaurants to vineyard bistros
03
Whale Watching & Coastal Wonder
- Hermanus — rated one of the world’s top land-based whale watching destinations (seasonal)
- Coastal walks along the famous Hermanus cliff path with panoramic ocean views
- Scenic self-drive along Chapman’s Peak and the Garden Route coastal highway
- Plettenberg Bay — one of South Africa’s most beautiful beach towns
04
Safari at Gondwana Game Reserve
- Morning and afternoon game drives daily — four drives in total
- Gondwana Game Reserve set in the valleys of the Outeniqua and Swartberg mountains
- Fully all-inclusive stay covering all meals, selected drinks, and all game drives
- Luxury Kwena Lodge Suites blending indigenous architecture with five-star comfort
05
Cape Peninsula & Table Mountain
- Full-day guided Cape Peninsula Tour: Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope, Chapman’s Peak Drive
- Return cable car ride to the summit of Table Mountain for iconic panoramic views
- Boulders Beach visit to see the resident African penguin colony
- Entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve included
WHAT’S INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
What's Included
- All accommodation (15 nights) including daily breakfast
- Gondwana Game Lodge — fully all-inclusive (meals, selected drinks, all activities)
- All 8 green fees including shared carts
- Halfway house included at all Fancourt courses
- Shared caddie included at The Links — Fancourt
- Full-day guided Cape Peninsula Tour
- Wine Cellar Tour at Bistro 1682 (Steenberg)
- Table Mountain return cable car tickets
- Entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve
- Entrance to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
- Self-drive vehicle hire throughout (Haval H6 or similar)
- Morning & afternoon game drives at Gondwana (4 drives total)
What's Excluded
- International flights
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Drinks not specified
- Wine farm tastings (recommended but not included)
- Optional activities (whale watching, yacht, Robben Island, etc.)
- Transfers between hotels beyond self-drive
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
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 — Days 1 to 4 • The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel
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01
Arrival in Cape Town
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and collect your self-drive vehicle. Transfer to
The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel — a celebrated Liz McGrath property nestled in the
Constantia Valley, surrounded by lush wine estate gardens. Settle in and enjoy the
afternoon at leisure after your journey.
02
Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour
Embark on a full-day guided Cape Peninsula Tour: Cape Point and the Cape of Good
Hope, the iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive, Table Mountain via return cable car, and
Boulders Beach to visit the resident penguin colony. A spectacular introduction to the
Cape.
03
Golf at Steenberg & Wine Cellar Tour
Tee off at Steenberg Golf Club in the Constantia Valley — a top-rated course on a
celebrated wine estate. After your round, enjoy an exclusive Wine Cellar Tour at the
acclaimed Bistro 1682. The perfect blend of great golf and Cape winemaking culture.
04
Golf at Pearl Valley — Then Drive to Hermanus
A morning round at the spectacular Pearl Valley Golf Course at Val de Vie Estate, set
beneath cascading Franschhoek mountains. After golf, begin your scenic self-drive south
to Hermanus and check in to the iconic oceanfront Marine Hotel.
HERMANUS — Days 5 to 7 • The Marine Hotel
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05
Golf at Arabella Golf Club
Tee off at the beautiful Arabella Golf Club, set alongside the Bot River Lagoon with the
Kogelberg Mountains rising behind. A scenic and challenging course in spectacular
surroundings. Return to Hermanus for the evening.
06
Hermanus Leisure Day
A free day to explore one of South Africa’s most charming coastal towns. Optional
activities include coastal cliff path walks, whale watching from the shore (seasonal — best
June to November), or wine tastings in the world-renowned Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
07
DAY Golf at Goose Valley — Drive to Gondwana
Morning golf at Goose Valley Golf Club in a beautiful forest and coastal setting. In the
afternoon, self-drive through the Garden Route to Gondwana Game Reserve. Check into
the extraordinary Kwena Lodge Suites and enjoy your first afternoon game drive as the
African bush comes alive around you.
GONDWANA GAME RESERVE — Days 7 to 9 • Kwena Lodge Suites
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Full Safari Day at Gondwana
Rise before dawn for your morning game drive through the valleys of the Outeniqua and
Swartberg mountains — one of South Africa’s most dramatic game reserve landscapes.
Enjoy all meals and selected drinks at the lodge, and an afternoon game drive as the sun
begins to set over the mountains.
09
Optional Morning Drive — Drive to Fancourt — Golf at Montagu
An optional final morning game drive before checking out. Self-drive to the worldrenowned Fancourt Hotel & Spa in George. Check in and tee straight off on the
magnificent Montagu Golf Course — one of South Africa’s most celebrated layouts. An
extraordinary arrival experience
FANCOURT HOTEL & SPA — Days 9 to 12 • George, Garden Route
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Golf at The Links — SA #2 Ranked Course
Tee off at The Links — Gary Player’s extraordinary design and one of the top 2 ranked
courses in all of South Africa. Bordered by wetlands and nature reserves, The Links
demands precision and rewards greatness. A shared caddie is included. Afternoon at
leisure in the resort’s world-class facilities.
11
Golf at Outeniqua — Fancourt
A round on the renowned Outeniqua Championship Course, set against the backdrop of
the towering Outeniqua Mountains. After golf, indulge in Fancourt’s exceptional spa and
leisure facilities — pools, wellness centre, fine dining, and more.
12
Golf at Pezula — Drive to Plettenberg Bay
A morning round at the spectacular Pezula Championship Course on the Knysna Heads —
dramatic clifftop golf with sweeping ocean panoramas. After golf, self-drive along the
Garden Route to The Plettenberg Hotel, perched above the beaches and lagoon of
Plettenberg Bay.
PLETTENBERG BAY — Days 12 to 15 • The Plettenberg Hotel
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Leisure or Optional Golf at Pezula
Settle into the breathtaking Plettenberg Bay. Optional repeat round at Pezula, or a pure
leisure day exploring the bay, its beaches, and the natural beauty of the Garden Route
coast.
14
Leisure Day — Plettenberg Bay
A full free day to enjoy one of South Africa’s most spectacular coastal towns. Explore the
pristine beaches, visit the Robberg Nature Reserve, discover local wine estates, or simply
relax in style at The Plettenberg.
15
Departure Day
Enjoy your final included breakfast at The Plettenberg before checking out. Self-drive to
George Airport, return your rental vehicle, and depart for Cape Town International or
O.R. Tambo International — departing with fifteen nights of extraordinary memories.
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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 adventure.