Golf Trips to South Africa
South Africa is one of the world’s most captivating golf destinations, where dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and year-round sunshine create an unforgettable setting. From the lush, mountainous beauty of the Garden Route to the world-famous wineries and coastal splendor around Cape Town, golfers enjoy breathtaking scenery on forested hills, lakeside fairways, and vineyard-lined courses with ocean views.
Iconic courses such as Leopard Creek, Fancourt’s Links, Pearl Valley, and Arabella can all be added to your custom itinerary. Beyond the fairways, South Africa offers Big Five safaris, world-class wine tasting, coastal drives, whale watching, vibrant food scenes, and rich cultural heritage all woven into a trip tailored entirely to your interests.
Below, you’ll find a guide to planning a golf trip to South Africa, featuring an overview of the top courses, an interactive map (desktop only) with driving distances and course locations, weather insights, and more. Scroll down to explore—your South African golf adventure begins here.
South Africa
Your Ultimate Trip Planning Resource for Golf in South Africa
*Use the desktop version to view our interactive map.
World Top 100 Golf Courses
South Africa is home to 2 of the Golf Digest World Top 100 golf courses.
Top Courses
South Africa’s top golf courses impress with dramatic coastal and mountain scenery, championship layouts, and year-round sunshine.
Sample Packages
Our Two most popular trips
Western Cape
Western Cape + Safari
Packages
Additional Travel Information
Where should I stay?
South Africa offers a blend of luxury accommodations, stunning natural scenery, and immersive cultural experiences. In the Cape Town and Western Cape region, boutique lodges and resorts provide spacious, elegantly designed rooms with breathtaking views of mountains, vineyards, or the Atlantic Ocean. Many properties offer full-service amenities, including gourmet dining, wine-tasting experiences, and wellness facilities, making them ideal bases for exploring the region’s scenic drives, charming towns, and world-renowned wineries. While room sizes can vary, lodges focus on comfort, luxury, and immersion in the natural surroundings, ensuring a memorable all-around experience.
Safari lodges near Kruger National Park provide an unforgettable mix of comfort and adventure, with luxury tents or lodges that include fine dining, guided excursions, and attentive service, ensuring travelers experience the best of South Africa both on and off the course.
Annual Temperature, Precipitation, and Daylight
The below chart contains the weather information that most golfers are interested in knowing when planning a trip to South Africa. The data below is for Cape Town (Western Cape). Peak season in South Africa for golf travel is October through April although April through June is best for safaris. Weather is only one of the factors to consider when planning a trip. Be sure to get advice from your Golf Travel Advisor on the other factors (e.g., course closures, availability, safaris). Don't make the mistake of choosing your month of travel only based on the weather!
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Courses in South Africa
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Arabella
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Fancourt - Montagu
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Fancourt - The Links
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Leopard Creek
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Pearl Valley
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