Golf holidays in South Africa

South Africa the rainbow nation: spectacularly beautiful and unexpectedly cosmopolitan, the country that occupies the southernmost tip of Africa often surprises first-time visitors. While most anticipate the thrill of seeing big game in a classic African setting, few are prepared for South Africa's many other rewards.

South Africa embodies a tremendous geographic and cultural variety. But an equally pleasant surprise is the sophistication and culture of South Africa's cities. The high quality of South Africa's travel facilities is worth noting, and the nation's hotels and lodges include many award winners.

Climate conditions are also favourable, as most of South Africa enjoys comfortable temperatures year-round. In addition, currency exchange rates guarantee good value for European travellers.

The icing on the cake is South Africa's people. Their exceedingly warm welcome is matched only by the enthusiasm in which they portray this fantastic country.

A favourite starting point for many visitors is the Western Cape. The star attraction here is Cape Town, voted one of the top five cities in the world, a beautiful walking city distinguished by its dramatic views and the 1165m Table Mountain.

Cape Town is also noted for its fine restaurants and sophisticated hotels --including several ranked among the world's best--as well as an attractive waterfront, lively culture, numerous museums, an outstanding aquarium and nearby beaches.

Another highlight in the Western Cape is Wine Country and the scenic Garden Route, which follows the twists and curves of the southern Cape coast.

For game viewing, South Africa's headline attraction is the world-famous Kruger National Park and several adjacent private reserves. Located about four hours from Johannesburg, wildlife viewing at Kruger and neighbouring reserves is superb.

South Africa has an abundance of world class golf courses and is famous for its Sun City Million Dollar tournament. Courses designed by the likes of Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Peter Matkovich make this country a golfer’s paradise in every sense of the word.

The Fancourt Golf Estate on the garden route captures the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape – the mountains, the water, the wildlife, nature and birdlife and meets the requirements of champions as well as the needs of the improving golfer. Fancourt’s four courses, designed by Gary Player, offer the golfer a variety of experiences and its Links Course has been voted South Africa’s best new course and held the prestigious Presidents Cup in 2003.

Another course worth mentioning is the Royal Cape Golf Course, situated 20kms from Cape Town. Officially opened on its present site in 1906 this beautiful parkland course is a fine test of golf with lovely views of the Table Mountain Range.

BCN Golf offers a 16 day tour visiting Cape Town, the lush Winelands, home to many world renowned wine-estates and historical buildings, the famous Garden Route featuring farms, forests, pristine beaches and rolling hills flanked by numerous mountain ranges. Finally a Safari at Kariega Game Reserve where you will experience game drives and river cruises as well as a visit to Shamwari Game Reserve and Addo Elephant Park. Also included are 8 rounds of golf with cart and caddy where available on some of the finest courses in the area. All tours and transfers are in luxury air conditioned coach with Spanish speaking guide.

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