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14 Night Itinerary.
Cape Town, Garden Route & The Eastern Cape.
Day 1 ~ Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by one of our local representatives who will then transfer you to the Portswood Hotel, which is located in the vibrant V&A Waterfront and offers guests superlative accommodation, the finest Cape Malay Cuisine and world class service. Your hire car vehicle will be delivered to the Hotel.
Overnight ~ The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Day 2 ~ Atlantic Beach Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 6344m)
After breakfast, enjoy the Atlantic Beach Championship Links Golf Course, one of the few traditional links courses in South Africa. On calm days you can play your normal loft shot or on windy days you can use firm turf to play low running shots beneath the wind. Either way it is a challenge we are sure you will enjoy.
Overnight ~ The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Day 3 ~ Clovelly Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 5869m)
Clovelly Country Club is now one of Southern Africa's most picturesque and challenging courses. Famous for its peacefulness and away from the hustle and bustle of every day life, Clovelly is a hidden treasure of the Cape with undulating fairways and magnificent landscaping. Natural sand dunes abound the course, which has many natural water features and a wide variety of indigenous fauna - especially birdlife such as guinea fowl and pheasant - and flora. Both the magnificent clubhouse with its rich history and course enjoy privacy and tranquility with stunning views of surrounding mountains and the blue waters of False Bay.
Overnight ~ The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Day 4 ~ Suggested sightseeing: The Cape Peninsula & Cape Point
This is an awe-inspiring tour to the towering headland known as Cape Point. Magnificent beaches, breathtaking views, historic and picturesque coastal villages are to be seen along the way. The Cape Peninsula is one of the world's most scenic areas and stretches from the Cape Town to Cape Point. Travel along the Atlantic Seaboard via Sea Point, Clifton and Camps Bay, stopping at the Llandudno look-out point before continuing to Hout Bay, a quaint village and fishing harbour with magnificent mountain views and beach. On through Chapman's Peak, one of the world's most breathtaking coastal drives, to Cape Point and the Good Hope Nature Reserve, which has magnificent fynbos vegetation, bird life, endemic antelope species and zebra, historic lighthouses and shipwrecks. Cape Point is perceived to be the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
Overnight ~ The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Day 5 ~ Mowbray Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 5903m)
After breakfast play a round of golf at the well laid out suburban course of Mowbray Golf Club, which has one of the most picturesque par 4's in the world, according to Gary Player! Set out at the foot of Table Mountain, Mowbray Golf Club is renowned for its breathtaking views, lush fairways and immaculate greens. There is a variety and abundance of birdlife that cluster around the water features. Experience the pleasure of teeing off down newly mown fairways, bordered by tall pines and indigenous trees.
Overnight ~ The Portswood Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Day 6 ~ The Cape Winelands
Check out of the Hotel and head towards the leafy suburbs of the Cape Winelands. Hidden away in a shady, green and peaceful corner of the Stellenbosch Winelands lies the Devon Valley Hotel. Throughout its history, dating back to 1947, the hotel has rewarded many a weary traveler and casual visitor with an oasis of relaxation. whether the need is for a refreshingly tranquil stay over, a wedding celebration, a memorable sundowner with friends, or simply a few quiet moments to savour the magnificent valley and mountain views, the Devon Valley Hotel is a destination that promises delightful surprises at every turn and the finest of authentic Cape hospitality. Check in at the Hotel and spend the afternoon relaxing at the hotel, or take yourself off on a winetasting tour of one of the nearby wine estates.
Overnight ~ Protea Hotel Devon Valley, Stellenbosch
Day 7 ~ Erinvale Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 5892m)
A morning round of golf at the Erinvale Golf Club which hosted the 1996 World Cup of Golf and where participants found the course both a golfing challenge and a visual delight. The 1st 9 holes are built on flat terrain with challenging holes made more difficult by strategic water hazards and an array of different style bunkers. These range from traditional large, well-shaped bunkers to some with railway sleepers holding up steep, sandy slopes. The back 9 holes are on undulating high ground. Here the scenic splendor might distract the players from the continuing challenge. Again, water and bunkers are the main features with the added test of sloping lies.
Overnight ~ Protea Hotel Devon Valley, Stellenbosch
Day 8 ~ Arabella Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 6095m)
Maintaining the balance between man and nature was foremost in the development of the Arabella Championship golf course on the 'Beautiful Land', with its rolling, undulating terrain. Peter Matkovich has ensured that the 18 holes encompass the mountain backdrops, lagoon frontage and forests on the estate. These provide for links and parkland aspects, while the individual fairways provide natural corridors as vantage points to savor nature's true beauty. Challenging enough to bring you back for more, enjoyable enough to make you not want to leave.
Overnight ~ Protea Hotel Devon Valley, Stellenbosch
Day 9 ~ Moving on to The Garden Route
After breakfast check out of the Hotel and head over the Du Toits Kloof Pass, en route to Knysna. This route takes you into the 'Little Karoo', the semi-arid desert area which lies behind the mountains that stretch from Cape Town to the Garden Route. You will drive through the Karoo towns of Montagu (we highly recommend the coffee shop on the left-hand side of the road as you enter the town as a decent mid morning stop) and Ladismith (an ideal lunch stop), before reaching Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world. From Oudtshoorn head over the spectacular Outeniqua mountains via the Outeniqua Pass, through George and onwards to Knysna. Check in at the Waterfront Lodge, set on the edge of the Knysna Lagoon. The house offers pure indulgence and a perfect way to relax.
Overnight ~ Waterfront Lodge, Knysna
Day 10 ~ George Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 6102m)
The George Golf course is a beautifully manicured, 72 par, 18 hole course, with bent greens, set in the heart of the garden route. Repeatedly voted as one of South Africa's top 10 courses, it is one not to be missed.
Overnight ~ Waterfront Lodge, Knysna
Day 11 ~ Suggested sightseeing: The Featherbed Experience
Take the ferry ride across Knysna's magnificent estuary to a secluded nature reserve, home to a variety of wildlife, Knysna Louries, the Blue Crane and one of Africa's smallest antelope, the blue Duiker. On arrival, a 4x4 trailer takes you to the summit of the Western Headland for a spectacular panorama of the Knysna Basin and the sea. After admiring the view, take a gentle walk through a Milkwood forest, into caves and along the coastline back to the restaurant. Enjoy a fine meal in the Food Forest, an outside eating area set amongst the Milkwood trees. The speciality is fish cooked over an open fire. After lunch take the ferry back to Knysna and perhaps spend the afternoon exploring South Africa's 'favourite' town.
Overnight ~ Waterfront Lodge, Knysna
Day 12 ~ Pezula Golf Club - (18 holes, par 72, 5987m)
The Pezula Championship Golf Course is perched above the Indian Ocean and the Knysna lagoon. It is a sweeping spectacle of fairways and greens rolling through the pristine Southern Cape landscape. Known as the Five Star Golf Experience in South Africa, the course is flanked by indigenous forest, flora and unforgettable vistas, offering players both a challenging and rewarding golf experience. Friendly and professional service is integral to the Pezula culture and ensures the entire Pezula experience is positive, enjoyable and memorable. On arrival you will find your name on your club cart and your locker. The professional staff will ensure you're all set for the game. The stylishly appointed Pezula Clubhouse includes a terrace, restaurant, bar, plush private lounge with library, and a boutique pro shop. A heated pool, short game practice area, tennis court and leisure facility are also available to members and their guests.
Overnight ~ Waterfront Lodge, Knysna
Day 13 ~ Travelling to the Eastern Cape
The morning heralds a farewell to Knysna, with the journey east via the rugged coastal environment of Storms River Mouth, the official eastern end of the Garden Route, towards the 'friendly city' of Port Elizabeth. By pass Port Elizabeth and head for the friendly and convivial atmosphere of Leeuwenbosch Country House located on the stunning Amakhala Game Reserve, where the welcome is as warm as the ambiance of the rustic pub, in the company of Bill (great host) and Rose Fowlds (fantastic cook), whose farm has been in their family for generations. Check in and get ready for a game drive in search of some of the game which is on offer and the beautiful surrounding scenery. Dinner is taken in the company of the family in the main house.
Overnight ~ Leeuwenbosch Country House, Amakhala Game Reserve
Day 14 ~ Day/Night Safari
Your safari begins in the late afternoon with a tour of Reed Valley Crocodiles, followed by a game drive in search of some of the antelope species occurring at Amakhala, such as wildebeest, blesbok, impala, gemsbok and red hartebeest. The river safari offers excellent bird watching. Cheese and wine is served on deck during the cruise. A bush supper is served around the fire and the evening ends with a night drive in search of the rare bat-eared fox, as well as the curious spring hare, duikers, bushbuck and other nocturnal animals.
Overnight ~ Leeuwenbosch Country House, Amakhala Game Reserve
Day 15 ~ Checking out
After breakfast, check out of the Game Reserve, drive to Port Elizabeth Airport and return your hire car. Depart from Port Elizabeth for Cape Town or Johannesburg and your connecting flight back home.
Prices
| Month |
May - Aug |
Sep - Apr |
Price per Person |
£1650 |
£1850 |
Single Supplement |
£120 |
£140 |
PRICE INCLUDES:
~ Meet, greet and transfers where specified
~ Car hire - Manual Nissan Almera, 200 free kms per day, super cover insurance
~ One way car hire fee
~ 14 nights accommodation in South Africa
~ 7 rounds of golf
~ Golf Carts at Pezula Golf Club
~ Daily breakfast
~ Lunch and dinner where specified
~ Game Activites at Leeuwenbosch Country House
~ Day/Night Safari at Leeuwenbosch Country House
~ Representative on-call throughout your stay
~ VAT @ 17.5%
PRICE EXCLUDES:
~ International flights (quotations are available on request)
~ Internal Flights
~ Lunches and dinners unless specified
~ Suggested sightseeing
~ Gratuities
~ Travel Insurance
~ Items of personal nature, eg. gratuities, laundry etc
To take your golf break a stage further, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Telephone:+44(0)1462 437611
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