Golf in South Africa: Golf Courses
Sakabula Golf Club is situated in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. The layout is an 18 hole, par 73 course consisting of two very distinct and different 9 holes. Due to the topography of the land, the first 9 traverses an undulating valley providing breathtaking scenic views over the Drakensberg Range. The second 9 holes wind along a stunning natural watercourse and wetland area with numerous dams. The two 9s are so interestingly different in character and challenges that the golfer can experience what normally could only be found on two different golf courses.
The course was opened for play in May 1997 and since then, the course has matured into a wonderful country golf club that provides a real test of golf in a relaxed and friendly, rural environment. Its location, just 15 minutes from Pietermaritzburg, 60 minutes from Central Durban and 45 minutes from Mooi River, makes it readily accessible to golfers from all over KwaZulu Natal. The course is fully fenced and offers security to golfers. There are no caddies at Sakabula but there are 30 motorised golf carts available for rental for those who wish to conserve their energy for the swing of the club.
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Bosch Hoek offers a boutique golfing experience on one of the most picturesque layouts in the country. The nine hole, 18 tee course is designed around a lake, dams, streams and beautiful trees. It is a challenging course with water features on seven holes. Situated in the Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands at Balgowan near Howick, this is a must visit for any golfer to experience to open spaces this golf course has to offer.
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The Victoria Country Club of Pietermaritzburg is superbly located in the scenic parklands adjoining the Queen Elizabeth Nature Reserve , and above all , boasts one of South Africa`s most picturesque golfing venues. The immaculate 18 hole parkland`s designed by the renowned Robert Grimdsdell , offer a magnificent variety of holes within the lush , rolling landscape.
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Nestled in the unspoiled surroundings of the uKahlamba Drakensberg mountain range (World Heritage Site) lies Cathedral Peak Hotel, one of South Africa's premier resort hotels.
Just 250 kilometers from Durban and 450 km from Johannesburg, the famous Cathedral Peak Hotel is easily accessible to its many visitors from all over South African and abroad. Since the hotel first opened to guests in 1939, the van der Riet family has succeeded in offering warm hospitality, combined with exceptional service and value for money. In addition the hotel offers a unique conference centre seating up to 200 delegates, and quaint stone-and-thatch chapel, reception venues and honeymoon suites ideal for that country style wedding and/or honeymoon.
Whether your aim is a relaxed family holiday or a romantic mountain getaway, the hospitable staff and management look forward to welcoming all guests to an unforgettable Drakensberg experience.
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A Golfing Getaway with the Difference!
The Choice is yours. Play a round of Golf, catch bass or trout in one of the dams. Take a leisurely walk or mountain bike ride through the well kept forests and enjoy the peaceful tranquillity of the pristine wetlands. See how many of the 250 bird species you can spot, or marvel at the pair or crested cranes that live nearby. Relax with friends overlooking the dam with sundowners, as the rietbuck and duiker stroll by.
A well maintained golf course is set on 53 Hectares of rezoned farmland, now a golfing estate. Settled in the heart of an unspoilt tourism area sets the scene for time to just fly by. But then, that's what happens when life is filled with fun. Secure your piece of this magic. Self-Catering accommodation available. Freehold ownership is included for you and your family.
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Gowrie Farm was originally a golf course in the 1920's , so it seemed appropriate for Gowrie Farm to revert to a golf course in 2008 - 150 years after it was initially registered as a farm. Gowrie Farm Golf course is a 9 hole course , designed by Guy Smith , an Attorney from Pietermaritzburg. Guy is passionate about classic design and is heavily influenced by the old courses of Scotland and some of the courses built in the United States in the early 1900's , in particular , Merion and Pinehurst. In building Gowrie Farm , Guy identified the following as important elements in classic design:
- Tees, which were close to the ground;
- Fairway shapes which were dictated to by the
natural features of the land
- Push-up greens with interesting run-offs
- Bunkers which are tucked in close to the greens
- Fairway bunkers which dictate a player's choice
of option from the tee.
This has led to an exciting , traditional course which is fun for the average golfer , but tough for the low handicapped golfer to post a good score.
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Situated in the Midlands of Kwa-Zulu Natal and on the edges of the Champagne and Cathkin Peaks , this beautiful country estate is one of the most scenic courses in the country. Designed by South African golfer Hugh Baiocchi , it is a fair challenge for the low handicapper as well as being playable by the weekend golfer.
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Maritzburg Golf Club was established on 24th February 1886, and the firts official competition was played by its members on 14th June 1886. This makes Maritzburg Golf Club the second oldest golf club in South Africa and the first golf club to host a tournament before Royal Cape Country Club.
The golf course has lush, smooth cynodon greens, pine trees line many of the fairways and water hazards feature on seven holes and numerous bunkers. With slopey greens, this course will test your skills to play even par.
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