South Africa
Explore every corner of bucket-list South Africa, from the Cape Winelands and Table Mountain to Kruger Park, and play golf where elephants and leopards roam.
Why South Africa?
Few countries offer such a breadth of experience within a single, well-balanced journey as South Africa: untamed wilderness, a world-class coastal city, vineyard-laced valleys and, of course, truly remarkable and unique golf. For the discerning traveller, it is this seamless blend of landscapes, wildlife, culture and golf that makes South Africa so compelling.
Your journey unfolds across three of the country’s most iconic regions. Southern Kruger delivers one of Africa’s most reliable safari settings, where luxury lodges offer total immersion into the rhythms of the bush through daily game drives and guided walks. Cape Town provides cosmopolitan contrast and colour, a city shaped by ocean and mountain, rich in history, food and contemporary culture. Finally, the Cape Winelands slow the pace entirely, inviting long lunches among the vines and elevated culinary experiences rooted in heritage.
What to do?
In Southern Kruger, morning and evening open-vehicle game drives reveal the region’s extraordinary wildlife. Discover lions, leopards, elephants and rhinos, then take a guided safari walk for a more intimate perspective, focusing on flora, animal tracking and the ancient geology beneath your feet. Between drives, there is time for spa treatments, poolside relaxation, and simply absorbing the stillness of the landscape.
When in Cape Town, exploration takes on a different energy. A full-day Cape Peninsula tour traces one of the world’s most scenic coastal routes, passing Chapman’s Peak, Cape Point and the wide beaches of Noordhoek, with time to pause at Noordhoek Farm Village.
Back in the city, fast-track access to Table Mountain opens up sweeping views across the ocean, while guided walks through the City Bowl, including Bo Kaap and the Company Gardens, reveal its layered cultural story.
Time spent exploring the Winelands happens at a gentler pace. Start by exploring the quaint town of Franschhoek, before heading to the extraordinary Babylonstoren Gardens, wine tastings at historic estates Muratie, and discovering Stellenbosch’s elegant Dorp Street and Cape Dutch architecture.
A guided Wine Safari at Waterford Estate is a must to understand the intricacies of the terroir, while optional excursions allow for further tailoring, from whale watching in Hermanus to exploration in the Elgin Valley.
Where to stay?
Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Southern Kruger sits along the banks of the Lwakahle River, overlooking bushveld and savannah and featuring classic suites with private decks, cathedral windows and open-air showers. Lodge facilities include a gym, spa, boma dining and expansive outdoor pool decks – all designed to immerse guests in safari life without distraction.
In Cape Town, The Silo Hotel offers one of the city’s most distinctive stays. Positioned above the Zeitz MOCAA in the V&A Waterfront, its individually styled rooms are framed by signature pillowed glass windows, delivering panoramic views of harbour, city and mountain, and if that view isn’t enough, try it from the rooftop pool and bar.
La Residence, tucked away in Franschhoek, provides a fitting finale. Set on a private 30-acre estate surrounded by vineyards and mountains, its luxury suites enjoy sweeping valley views and generous ensuite bathrooms.
Where to play?
Leopard Creek Country Club stands among the most prestigious courses in Africa. Designed by Gary Player and bordering Kruger National Park itself, it is renowned for immaculate conditioning, strategic challenge and, of course, unforgettable wildlife views.
Around Cape Town, Clovelly Country Club provides a contrasting test. A favourite of Bobby Locke, its tight fairways, coastal flora and classic design demand precision while rewarding thoughtful play.
In the Winelands, Pearl Valley, a Nicklaus Signature Course, delivers a polished, mountain-framed layout with generous vistas and pristine presentation.
Nearby, Erinvale Golf Club, another Gary Player design and former host of the 1996 World Cup of Golf, combines strong tournament pedigree with visual drama in the shadow of the Helderberg Mountains.
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