Day 1: Drakensberg
Guests are met upon arrival at Johannesburg International Airport. The tour then travels in a south easterly direction to the Drakensberg Mountains, so named by the early Dutch Settlers for their resemblance to the ridges of a dragon's back. The steep ridges of the mountains were formed by the headwater erosion of rivers which separate South Africa's Highveld Plateau from the coastal lowlands. The Champagne Sports Resort is situated in the Central Drakensberg with sweeping views of the Champagne and Cathkin Peaks. The afternoon is spent at leisure, going for a hike or just relaxing in this area of scenic delight.
Overnight: Champagne Sports Resort
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Drakensberg
Breakfast is followed by tee off at the Resort Course. The course is fairly open but with many hazards. The perfectly manicured Kikuyu fairways are generously wide and bordered by light rough and many varieties of trees. This is not to say that the course is easy though - the 84 bunkers that line the fairways and guard the Bent Grass greens will punish misdirected shots. Water hazards are prominent and the course becomes especially tricky in the wetlands. The first, is the signature hole of the course and, at six hundred and five meters, it is the longest par five in South Africa. The afternoon is spent relaxing.
Overnight: Champagne Sports Resort
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3: South Coast
The tour makes its way south traversing the Kwa Zulu Natal midlands en route to the sub tropical South Coast, where endless golden beaches line the Indian Ocean and many championship courses await. After check in at the hotel and some time for lunch, we tee off at the San Lameer Course. Situated in a coastal wetland the course is challenging, for virtually each hole is protected by a water hazard. Often ranked as one of South Africa’s top 10 courses, great care has been taken in ensuring the course blends in well with the natural surroundings. Nature lovers are sure to find the course a delight, with 195 different indigenous bird species as well as a herd of Impala that grace the area.
Overnight: San Lameer
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4: South Coast
After breakfast a short drive leads to the Southbroom Course. Numerous species of small game and bird life create the perfect backdrop to a great round on this lush seafront course. The first hole is an excellent start, a tricky par-four to test your opening skills. The short par-three, 4th hole will stop you in your tracks. It is the most talked about hole on the course, for it covers part of the sand dunes that protect this magnificent coastline and on rare occasions you can watch the dolphins play or a whale basking in the warm Indian Ocean currents. During the afternoon we visit a craft market, where some of the finest local artisans display their wares, before returning to the overnight destination.
Overnight: San Lameer
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: South Coast
The Wild Coast Sun Golf Course is on the agenda for the day. An interesting and challenging course designed by Robert Trent Jones, with a superb setting on the Wild Coast. The course was opened in 1983 and has since been ranked in South Africa’s top 10 on numerous occasions. Amongst the many fine holes of the course, the 12th deserves specific mention as it plays across a valley with one of the most breathtaking views in Africa. During the afternoon we enjoy a horse driven carriage ride on the spectacular beach before returning to the overnight destination.
Overnight: San Lameer
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6: North Coast
The tour makes its way north through small coastal towns and traverses the Port of Durban, which is South Africa’s largest, as we make our way north into Zululand, the area which is home to the proud Zulu Nation, once led by the legendary King Shaka. We devote some time to experiencing the rich culture and traditions of this, one of Africa’s proudest nations at Shakaland. Shakaland is built on the site where the original Zulu clan settled in the 18th century. The village was used in the epic Shaka Zulu film. The cultural experience highlights the traditional accommodation, food preparation and social structures which are traditionally adhered to by the Zulus. It is also a showcase for the traditional dress, weapons and dance of this, Southern Africa’s warrior nation. During the late afternoon the tour makes its way to the coastal town of Ballito.
Overnight: Boat House
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7: North Coast
Tee off is at the Zimbali Golf Course during the morning. Zimbali is a relatively new course, but has in its short existence established a reputation as a championship course with magnificent vistas of the Indian Ocean. Designed by the former South African and British Open golf champion, Tom Weiskopf, this course which encompasses links, parkland and coastal vegetation is sure to challenge both novice and experienced players. The afternoon is spent relaxing on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
Overnight: Boat House
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast guests are transferred to Durban Airport for a flight to Johannesburg, where they are met and assisted in transferring to an international flight back to their country of origin. Alternatively guests are transferred to any location of their choice in either Johannesburg or Pretoria, after a memorable South African Golfing experience.
Overnight: None
Meals: Breakfast
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