WILD ABOUT SOUTH AFRICA GOLF SAFARI - 20 FEBRUARY - 08 MARCH 2018 17 DAYS - 7 ROUNDS OF GOLF - Go Golfing
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WILD ABOUT SOUTH
AFRICA GOLF SAFARI
20 FEBRUARY - 08 M ARCH 2018 ~ 17 DAYS - 7 ROUNDS OF GOLF
Archbishop Desmond Tutu affectionately coined the phrase Rainbow Nation to describe post-apartheid
South Africa after their first fully democratic election in 1994. While cultural diversity was the origin for the
term, Rainbow Nation is indeed an apt descriptor for the rich palette of sights, aromas and sounds that
emanate from South Africa’s iconic flora and fauna.
“It was a great holiday and beautifully
This tour brings to life South Africa’s rich history, culture and traditions,
organized. You (Go Golfing) looked after us awe-inspiring landscapes, iconic game viewing at Kruger National Park,
very well and the choice of accommodation
was very good... The participants were a lovely boutique wines and quality golf courses stretching from Sun City to Cape
lot of friendly people. Each day the WOW Town. If you enjoy the challenge of a coastal course, there is a stunning
factor grew as the golf courses seemed more
picturesque and challenging.” selection available. If you prefer playing at altitude, where the ball flies that
Sandy (QLD) South Africa Tour 2016
much further, the selection is just as exciting.
You will be impressed with the quality of the accommodation, golf courses and the many tour inclusions. Our local
guide is one of the best we have come across and your safety is assured. No other tour company has taken more
golfers to South Africa than Go Golfing. Join us to experience the ultimate golfing safari. This is always a sell-out.
Satisfaction is guaranteed. Reserve your spot today.
“The golf courses were excellent and very different, ranging from coastal links type, hilly with spectacular
views, to carved out of the bush with abundant wildlife - crocodiles, monkeys, warthogs and mongoose!”
TRAVEL WITH THE BEST Paul (NSW) South Africa Tour 2017
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Tuesday 20 February JOHANNESBURG
Welcome to South Africa! You’ll be greeted with a friendly smile by our South African
guide at Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg). From here, you’ll be transferred
to Protea Hotel by Marriott in the heart of the well-heeled area of Sandton in
Johannesburg. This evening we’ll bond over a welcome dinner and drinks as we get to
know our fellow tour members and new found friends.
(D) Hotel: Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg
DAY 2: Wednesday 21 February JOHANNESBURG
Today, depending on how you feel after your your international flight, you are free to
either indulge in some relaxation in or around the hotel or join a half-day sightseeing
tour of Soweto - an iconic address of South African pride and history.
(B) Hotel: Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg
DAY 3: Thursday 22 February SUN CITY
Anticipation will be running high this morning as we prepare for our first game. We
make our way to Sun City, also known as South Africa’s Kingdom of pleasure: a fully
integrated lifestyle resort with two world-class Gary Player-designed courses. You’ll be
keen to tee it up on the Lost City Golf Course. This desert style course is surrounded
by spectacular views across the African wilderness. Beware of the famous 13th, a par
3 with Nile crocodiles residing in the moat around the green. Along with golf, Sun City
also has great restaurants, boutiques, spa, casino, water park and a game reserve that
will keep us busy for the next 3 nights.
Non-golfers: enjoy a tour of Predator World to see many of Africa’s predator species
up close and personal while the golfers are busy on the green.
(B, LG) Hotel: Sun City Hotel
DAY 4: Friday 23 February SUN CITY
This morning you’ll play the famed Gary Player No1 course. This course offers
lightning fast putting surfaces, constant changes in elevation and challenging water
hazards. Its kikuyu fairways and bent-grass greens provide the perfect playing surface.
You’ll find the highly experienced resident caddies a tremendous help. So much so,
you’ll want them every time you play.
(B, LG) Hotel: Sun City Hotel
DAY 5: Saturday 24 February SUN CITY
This morning will be at your leisure to explore the many attractions that Sun City
has on offer. You might even like to tee off for another round on one of their world
renowned courses! The resort complex has a touch of Las Vegas with a pinch of
Indiana Jones and provides all kinds of holidays rolled into one, you’ll have a myriad
of attractions to keep you excited. This afternoon we combine WOW with wildlife on a
sunset game drive at Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Pack your cameras, the big 5 await!
(B) Hotel: Sun City Hotel
DAY 6: Sunday 25 February KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Following breakfast we depart Sun City and travel east to the Lowveld of Mpumalanga,
where Perry’s Bridge Hollow Hotel, is located just a short drive from the entrance of
Kruger National Park. This evening we’ll join for dinner and gush over the beauty that
surrounds what will be our home-away-from-home for the next two nights. There’s
something wonderfully intoxicating about this place. It’s laying in bed to hear the
animals calling, it’s waking up in the morning to the smell of the African wilderness, it’s
something special that you’ll only understand once you get there.
(B,D) Hotel: Perry’s Bridge Hollow Hotel
“The higlights were the safaris - seeing so many amazing animals up close; lovely to meet so many
passionate golfers; the golf courses were varied and challenging.”
Barbara (NSW) South Africa Tour 2017
ITINERARY
DAY 7: Monday 26 February KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
This is what Africa is all about. We head to Kruger National Park in search of the
‘locals’ for a game drive until late afternoon. It’s easy to see why Kruger ranks as
Africa’s best wildlife experience. More than 2 million hectares with countless wildlife
and more species than any other park. Mother Nature’s grandest display includes 49
species of fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals. You’re sure
to have some wonderful stories to share as we join together for a group dinner this
evening.
(B,D) Hotel: Perry’s Bridge Hollow Hotel
DAY 8: Tuesday 27 February GARDEN ROUTE
Still in awe of our Kruger wildlife encounters we check out and travel to Johannesburg
for a flight to George. We check into the Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa, perfectly positioned
between the Indian Ocean and the majestic Outeniqua Mountains for a stunning 4-night
stay. It’s here you’ll discover one of South Africa’s best kept secrets, the Garden route.
The scenery alone is enough to make you stop and stare. We’ll join together for dinner
tonight at our new hotel.
(B, D) Hotel: Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa
DAY 9: Wednesday 28 February GARDEN ROUTE
This morning we visit the Knysna Elephant Park as we continue on to play the
magnificent Pezula Golf Club. This is one of the most scenic golf courses in the world
with sweeping vistas over the Indian Ocean and pristine fairways like carpet draped
over the rolling landscape. Pezula is often a highlight on tour.
Non-golfers: Cruise along the Knysna Estuary and tour the Featherbed Nature Reserve.
This evening, we’ll join to dine in the elegant surrounds of the Knysna Waterfront.
(B, LG, D) Hotel: Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa
DAY 10: Thursday 01 March GARDEN ROUTE
There’s no need for transfers today as we play the famed Oubaai Golf Course perfectly
situated right on our hotel grounds. The Ernie Els 18-hole Championship course is kept
in perfect condition and is one of the most beautiful settings in the golfing world.
Non-golfers: Enjoy a tour of an African Ostrich Farm where you’ll learn the fascinating
story of ostrich farming in Oudtshoorn. Get up close and personal with these
marvellous creatures and enjoy the quirky ostrich races!
(B, LG) Hotel: Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa
DAY 11: Friday 02 March GARDEN ROUTE
The golfing highlights continue today playing the prestigious Fancourt Golf Resort,
ranked 6 in South Africa. Designed by Gary Player, not a detail has been spared in the
finish and sculpturing of this course.
Non-golfers: You’ll visit the picturesque town of Mosselbay where you’ll enjoy views
from the St Blaize Lighthouse lookout, explore the Diaz Caravelle Museum Complex
and take a boat ride to see the Cape Fur Seals on Seal Island.
(B, LG) Hotel: Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa
DAY 12: Saturday 03 March CAPE WINELANDS
This morning we check out of the hotel and head toward the Cape via the N2 Highway
to arrive in the Winelands late in the afternoon. The landscapes traversed on this trip
are said to be some of the most scenic in the world. Rolling fields of canola and wheat
set in a fynbos-laden mountain backdrop, cover the landscape as far as the eye can
see. We settle into our hotel in Somerset West before joining for dinner.
(B, D) Hotel: Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
“The communication and organisation by everyone involved at Go Golfing was first class. As a single traveller,
I felt very comfortable knowing that everything was taken care of and with thirty other like minded golfers found this tour a
fantastic holiday experience.”
John Wright, NSW, South Africa 2016
DAY 13: Sunday 04 March CAPE WINELANDS
Today we’ll experience the Winelands and visit the fascinating towns of Stellenbosch
and Franschhoek. The area is stunning and the quality of the food and wine is
stupendous. Luckily for us, we’ll sit down for a sumptuous lunch before we make way
back to our garden oasis at the Erinvale Estate.
(B,L) Hotel: Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
DAY 14: Monday 05 March CAPE TOWN
Golf is first up on the agenda today at the highly ranked Erinvale Golf Course. If the
challenge of a Gary Player designed 18-hole golf course, coupled with breathtaking
Winelands, sea and mountain views is what you are looking for, then you’ll love playing
this course.
Non-golfers: Enjoy a visit to the Cheetah Outreach Project set on land provided by the
Spier Wine Estate. Of course, we’ll combine our visit with a well-deserved wine tastings.
This afternoon, you’ll be delighted by more amazing scenery as we travel onward to
Cape Town. Known as ‘The Mother City’ this is said to be one of the most beautiful
cities in the world and is a must on any South-African itinerary. Our home for the
next 3 nights was originally built as a convict station. Today The Portswood Hotel is
somewhere you’re far more likely to want to extend your stay.
(B, LG) Hotel: The Portswood Hotel
DAY 15: Tuesday 06 March CAPE TOWN
Today we’ll head out for a stunning tour of Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope and
Boulders Penguin Beach. Over 2000 African penguins call the sandy beaches and
coves of Simon’s Town home, we’ll watch in awe as they waddle about their day. We’ll
check out Table Mountain by cable car and enjoy amazing views of the cityscape and
as far as Robben Island. You really can’t say you’ve visited Cape Town until you’ve
stood on top of it, now named a ‘New Seven Wonder of Nature’ this is sure to be a treat.
(B) Hotel: The Portswood Hotel
DAY 16: Wednesday 07 March CAPE TOWN
Our final round is at the mighty Atlantic Beach. Selected as a qualifying course for the
British Open, it’s arguably the best links course in South Africa. With the grandeur of
Table Mountain as the backdrop to your round, it will be easy to be distracted. Non-
golfers can explore the city and markets for last minute shopping and souvenirs or
wander the breathtaking waterfront. This evening we sit down for a celebratory dinner
to toast our champions and celebrate new friendships and great memories.
(B, LG, D) Hotel: The Portswood Hotel
DAY 17: Thursday 08 March CAPE TOWN
It’s time to say your goodbyes as our trip comes to an end. We recommend booking
flight SA334 departing Cape Town at 13:15 for connections through Johannesburg to
home. Departure transfer, based on this flight, to Cape Town Airport is included. (B)
PRE-TOUR EXTENSION
Victoria Falls Immersion
Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya- the “smoke that thunders’) is one of Africa’s
blockbusters. Come early and tick off Victoria Falls from your bucket list.
“GREAT TRIP. Loved Cape Town. Whole trip was incredible. Really enjoyed Kruger National Park.
Great bunch of people to be with.”
Tony (QLD) South Africa Tour 2017
INCLUSIONS
16 nights accommodation with breakfast daily Day game drive in the Kruger National Park with open
One-way internal flight – Johannesburg to George safari vehicles
(One checked-in bag of 20kg + 15kg for golf clubs) Knysna Elephant Park tour
7 rounds of golf, incl. motorised carts: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek Winelands tour
1. Lost City Golf Course Cape Point Nature Reserve
2. Gary Player No1 + experienced caddy (walking course) Boulders Penguin Beach
3. Pezula Golf Course Cable Car to Table Mountain
4. Oubaai Golf Club Non-golfer inclusions:
5. Fancourt Montagu Golf Course Predator World Tour
6. Erinvale Golf Club Knysna estuary cruise & Featherbed Nature Reserve tour
7. Atlantic Beach Golf Club African Ostrich farm tour
8 Lunches, inc: Mosselbay & boat ride to Seal Island
Halfway house lunches (golfers only) Cheetah Outreach Project, Spier Wine Estate visit
Winelands lunch experience Other Inclusions
7 Dinners, inc: Luxury air conditioned coach
Welcome dinner with drinks Private transfers upon arrival
Farewell dinner with drinks Group transfer as specified in itinerary
Knysna waterfront dinner Daily golf prizes plus ntp and team prizes
Sightseeing / Highlights Fully escorted by Go Golfing’s experienced host and an
Sunset Game drive in Pilanesberg National Park exceptional (and much loved) local South African guide
PACKAGE
Full Retail Price
Golfer - Twin Share AUD 8,247 pp
Non Golfer - Twin Share AUD 7,065 pp
Golfer - Single AUD 10,097 pp
Initial deposit of AUD 2,000 per person must accompany booking (non-refundable). Final payment is due and payable on or before 20
December 2017. View Terms & Conditions on booking form.
07 5508 2250 | Travel@ GoGolfing.net.au | Book Online www.GoGolfing.net.au
VICTORIA FALLS
IMMERSION
16 - 20 FEBRUARY 2018 ~ 4 NIGHTS
Victoria Falls presents a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River, forming the
border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It was described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800’s as ‘Mosi-oa-
Tunya’ – ‘The Smoke that Thunders’. In more modern terms Victoria Falls is known as the greatest curtain of falling
water in the world.
Columns of spray can be seen from miles away. At the height of the rainy season, more than five hundred million
cubic meters of water per minute plummet over the edge, over a width of nearly two kilometers, into a gorge over one
hundred meters below. Come early and tick Victoria Falls off your bucket list.
Land at Johannesburg Airport and make your way to the conveniently located City Lodge Airport Hotel, where you’ll
stay overnight. You’ll have time to freshen up and prepare for the adventure that awaits. The next morning, board a
flight to Victoria Falls where you’ll stay at the Elephant Hills Hotel for 3 nights. The next two days are made for fun and
adventure as you’ll embark on guided sightseeing trips to explore the wonder that is Victoria Falls. Finally, you’ll fly
back to Johannesburg where you’ll be transferred to the Protea Hotel to meet with the rest of your ‘Wild About South
Africa’ tour companions.
INCLUSIONS SIGHTSEEING / HIGHLIGHTS
1 Night at City Lodge Tambo International Airport Sunset Zambezi River Boat Cruise
3 Nights at Elephant Hills Hotel Zimbabwe Guided Open Vehicle Game Drive
4 breakfasts, 3 dinners Guided Railway Bridge Tour at the Falls
Return airfares from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Guided Tour of Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe (Economy, 1 piece luggage only)
Airport transfers
PACKAGE PRICING *Visa & National Park fees apply. Please ask your
consultant for further details.
Twin-Share AUD 2,850 pp
Single AUD 3,180 pp
B O O K O N L I N E W W W. G O G O L F I N G . N E T. AU | 07 5508 2250
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