12-Day South Africa Golf & Big Five Safari
Best for: Golf | Safari | Malaria-Free | Wine Tasting & Fine Dinning
Discover some of South Africa’s finest championship golf courses on this 12-day journey through Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, and Garden Route, before ending with a luxury safari at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve.
Begin in Cape Town, with the option to play Steenberg Golf Club, before exploring the Cape Winelands. Here, you can enjoy a round at the Jack Nicklaus-designed Pearl Valley Golf Course, alongside wine tastings and fine dining.
Continue along the Garden Route, arguably one of South Africa’s premier golfing destinations. Choose from celebrated courses such as Pinnacle Point, overlooking the Indian Ocean, or The Links at Fancourt, ranked South Africa’s No. 1 golf course.
End your journey at Kwandwe, a malaria-free Big Five safari destination.
And of course, with Ubuntu Travel Co-Founder and keen golfer Kyle Green helping shape your journey, we’ll take care of your preferred courses, tee times, private transfers, and luxury accommodations. All tailored around your interests and pace.
Personalized Itineraries
Attention to detail from start to finish
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Travel with a purpose
Experts in Africa
Our team of travel experts know Africa
Personalized Itineraries
Attention to detail from start to finish
Conservation Promise
Travel with a purpose
Experts in Africa
Our team of travel experts know Africa
Cape Town
Days 1-3
Begin your journey in Cape Town, where Table Mountain, beautiful beaches, and a vibrant food and wine scene provide a memorable introduction to South Africa. Explore the Cape Peninsula, enjoy the city’s celebrated restaurants, or spend an afternoon overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Golfing Highlights:
- Steenberg Golf Club, Constantia
- Clovelly Country Club, Fish Hoek
- Royal Cape Golf Club, Wynberg
Non-Golfing Activity Options:
- Private Cape Peninsula tour, including Cape Point and Boulders Beach
- Scenic helicopter flight over Cape Town and the Atlantic coastline
Cape Winelands
Days 3-5
This charming collection of towns and vineyards feels like stepping back to simpler times, where mornings start with birdsong and evenings end with a glass of bubbles at sunset. Explore world-class wine estates and some of South Africa’s most celebrated restaurants.
Golfing Highlights:
- Pearl Valley Golf Course, Paarl-Franschhoek Valley
- De Zalze Golf Club, Stellenbosch
- Erinvale Golf Club, Somerset West
Non-Golfing Activity Options:
- Private wine tastings at celebrated Cape Winelands estates
- Fine dining in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch
Garden Route
Days 5-8
One of South Africa’s premier golfing regions, the Garden Route combines championship courses with spectacular coastal and mountain scenery. From George to Knysna, discover beautiful beaches, indigenous forests, and some of the country’s most celebrated golf courses.
Golfing Highlights:
- The Links at Fancourt, George
- Pinnacle Point Golf Club, Mossel Bay
- Pezula Championship Course, Knysna
Non-Golfing Activity Options:
- Scenic coastal drives and private Garden Route excursions
- Spa treatments and wellness experiences at Fancourt
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
Days 8-12
Conclude your journey at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, a malaria-free Big Five safari destination in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Known for its expert guiding, luxury lodges, private villas, and conservation efforts, Kwandwe offers a memorable change of pace after your golfing adventures.
Safari Highlights:
- Malaria-free Big Five game viewing
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Guided bush walks and photographic safaris
- Rhino monitoring and conservation experiences *Additional Cost
Your Golfing Safari Highlights
Choose from some of South Africa’s most celebrated golf courses, with each round tailored to your preferences and playing style.
Pearl Valley Golf Course | Cape Winelands
A Jack Nicklaus Signature championship course, known for its immaculate fairways, challenging bunkers, and beautiful setting in the Paarl-Franschhoek Valley.
The Links at Fancourt | Garden Route
South Africa’s No. 1-ranked golf course, known for its challenging links-style layout, undulating fairways, and views of the Outeniqua Mountains.
Selected Lodges & Hotels
Stay in exclusive private reserves with limited vehicles, offering a more personal and uninterrupted safari experience
Safari Game Drives
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with expert rangers and trackers, searching for the Big Five across diverse landscapes.
Cape Peninsula Tours
Explore the Cape Peninsula with a private guide, from Chapman’s Peak Drive to Boulders Beach and Cape Point
Cape Winelands
Unwind in the Cape Winelands with private wine tastings, vineyard picnics and scenic mountain views
Luxury Lodges & Hotels: Where you could stay
Cape Grace Hotel
One of our favorite Cape Town hotels, this is an iconic retreat, situated right on the water’s edge.
The Silo Hotel
An iconic luxury hotel at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, offering bold architecture, world-class service and an exceptional base for city exploration.
Babylonstoren
A breathtaking retreat on one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms, in the Franschhoek wine valley
La Residence
Set in Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands, La Residence is surrounded by vineyards and mountain peaks, offering sweeping views, private wine tastings and a refined countryside setting
Royal Malewane
A magnificent safari haven that boast three unique lodges on its property within the Greater Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River Lodge
A contemporary take on a traditional safari retreat, we really enjoy this lodge’s pristine location and selection of experiences.
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
A malaria-free Big Five safari in the Eastern Cape, we love Kwandwe’s intimate luxury lodges, expert guiding, and conservation-focused experiences.
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
One of the Eastern Cape’s leading private reserves, Shamwari offers exceptional Big Five viewing, a choice of luxury lodges, and meaningful conservation experiences.
Golf: March to April and September to November offer some of the most enjoyable golfing conditions across Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, and the Garden Route. Summer is also popular, although coastal winds can make certain courses more challenging.
Safari: Unlike Greater Kruger and Sabi Sand, where the dry winter months generally offer the best wildlife viewing, Kwandwe and Shamwari in the Eastern Cape offer rewarding Big Five safaris year-round. This makes them particularly well suited to combining with the Cape’s prime golfing months.
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