DESTINATION

CAPE TOWN

Mother Nature surpassed herself when crafting the Mother City. Perched between the ocean and the mountain, with a national park at its heart, there is nowhere like Cape Town. Affectionately referred to as The Mother City, Cape Town is the oldest city in South Africa and has a cultural heritage spanning more than 300 years. It is in Cape Town that the Rainbow Nation really covers the spectrum. Between beautiful Cape Dutch homesteads, traditional dancers with painted faces performing in the streets, the smell of spicy Malay cooking and the taste of a well-made wine, this city will fill your senses.

Cape Town boasts the top tourism attractions in South Africa, all of which should appear on every visitors' itinerary all year round, namely Table Mountain, the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Robben Island, The penguins at Boulders Beach, Cape Point–The Cape of Good Hope. Cape Town, with its many diverse cultures, natural wonders, and breath-taking beauty is a master at capturing people's hearts.

THE STELLENBOSCH AND FRANSCHHOEK WINELANDS

Most Cape wine estates are characterised by classic Cape Dutch-style buildings and vast vineyards with picturesque mountains as a backdrop. There is also a distinct European influence in the regions, thanks to the arrival of French Huguenot, Dutch and German settlers during the 16th century. You will have the opportunity to visit some of the best wine estates and some of the oldest vineyards in the Stellenbosch and Franschhoekarea. Indulge in award winning food and wines during your visit to this unique part of the Cape Winelands.

BIG 5 SAFARI EXPERIENCE

Rise at sunrise to head into the wild on your private African safari with your Field Guide and Tracker and discover a world usually only reserved for your screen during ‘Animal Planet’. You’ll find yourself in an environment that is as old as time, where the rhythm of nature is the onlyGovernor. Two safaris take place each day –in the morning and late afternoon (moving into the early evening). This is when the wildlife is most active, and the temperature more moderate.

Walking Safari -The bush takes on a completely different perspective when you are on foot. Each of your senses will be on full alert as you feel the grass and stones beneath your feet; touch the leathery leaves of trees you walk beneath; smell the musky scent of wild animals in the vicinity; taste the sweet grass of the veld; and hear the crack of a branch indicating you are not alone. Walks generally take place after breakfast and last approximately 1½to2 hours, depending on the fitness level of guests. In summer, due to the heat, walks may be incorporated into the morning game drive before heading back to thelodge for breakfast.

THE GARDEN ROUTE

The Garden Route is a beautiful destination to visit. Stretching from MosselBay to Storms River and encompassing the towns of Knysna, Oudtshoorn, George, PlettenbergBay, Sedgefield and Wilderness –this is a coastal wonder land with many fantastic things to see and do. It is called the Garden Route because of the spectacular flora and fauna that surrounds the coastline. There are many interesting things to do on the Garden Route including whale watching, cave exploration, elephant interactions, game drives, mountain passes, beaches, great restaurants and of course excellent golf at Fancourt, Pezula, Oubaai, Simola and Pinnacle Point. In this region, with its diverse offering of activities, there is something for everyone.

Some activities on the Garden Route include a visit the “Ostrich Capital” in the town of Oudtshoorn, followed by an excursion to the world famous CangoCaves, visit to the Oyster Factory, or a private cruise on the KnysnaLagoon.

ACCOMMODATION

CITY LODGE V&A WATERFRONT

This City Lodge Hotel is located right at the entrance to the V&A Waterfront –allowing guests to not only easily enjoy this great Cape Town attraction, but also take advantage of V&A Waterfront’s ideal location near local highlights. A nautical theme runs through the hotel and a sundowner baris available for guests to relax in the warm Cape weather. All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a laptop safe, tea and coffee making facilities and cable/satellite channels. They feature a bathtub, an in-room safe and wireless internet access. Those staying at City Lodge V & A Waterfront Cape Town can sit down to a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay close by at mealtime. Guests are also able to try one of the various bars and cafés in the vicinity.

ROOSENWIJN GUEST HOUSE

Roosenwijn Guest House is a beautiful Victorian-styled home built in 1904. This declared South African National Monument has been lovingly restored to give their guests that old-world feeling while at the same time experiencing four star luxury accommodation in Stellenbosch. Situated in the heart of this quaint town, the guest house is a mere 5 minute stroll away from the town’s centre, fine restaurants, museums, art galleries and the internationally acclaimed University of Stellenbosch. Right next door to Roosenwijn is the well known Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens, a wonderful experience for all plant lovers. 15 stylishly decorated, luxurious, en-suite rooms are all furnished with beautiful antiques and some with a touch of African décor. Each room has air-conditioning, satellite television, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, safe, telephone and an uninterrupted internet connection.

GONDWANA GAME RESERVE

Situated in the heart of the Garden Route, you will find a beautiful piece of land that will stir your senses. GondwanaPrivate Game Reserve provides an authentic African Safari Experience close to Cape Town. Less than a four-hour drive from Cape Town International Airport, along South Africa’s scenic Garden Route, the 11,000-hectare (26,000 acre) Private Game Park offers a distinctive and luxurious malaria-free Safari Holiday destination with free-roaming Big 5 Safari Animals (lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino, and leopard). Herds of wildlife including eland, giraffe, hippo, cheetah and zebra can be seen on the majestic landscape with awe-inspiring views of the LangebergandOuteniquaMountains in every direction. Indigenous Fynbos vegetation cloaks the undulating valleys, adding vivid colour and interest to a Big 5 Game Viewing and wilderness experience. This Exclusive Safari Park offers guests attentive service, wholesome African Cuisine, inspiring interiors, expert Game Rangers, and an array of activities including Big 5 Game Drives, Mountain Biking, Hikes, Africology spa treatments.

FANCOURT HOTEL & SPA

Fancourt, South Africa's premier golf and leisure resort is situated in the heart of the Garden Route. Ideally located just seven kilometres from both George Airport and the historic town of George. The FancourtResort is superbly landscaped on 613 hectares of lush countryside with the majestic OuteniquaMountains as the perfect backdrop. The FancourtHotel is a fine blend of modern luxury and classic elegance which offers accommodation that caters to every taste.

With three golf courses, The Links, Montagu and Outeniqua, all ranked in the top 20 courses in South Africa, this is truly a very special place, and with its beautiful location and facilities, it offers an equally wonderful experience for golfers and non-golfers a like.

GOLF COURSE

CLOVELLY GOLF CLUB

The Clovelly Country Club’s golf course lies close to the suburb of Fish Hoek in the majestic SilvermineValley flowing down from the Table Mountain Range. Clovelly was designed to be secluded from the everyday noises of passing cars and local railway tracks and has breathtakingviews of the False Bay Coastline and the surrounding mountains and valleys. The course follows neither the links nor American tradition in design, and although quiteshort, it is unique and challenging.

ERINVALE GOLF CLUB

ErinvaleGolf Club, nestled at the foothills of the Helderbergand Hottentot Holland mountains in Somerset West near Cape Town is one of South Africa’s great golfing challenges. Situated in a beautiful Western Cape wine region the breathtakingmountain and sea views are an integral part of this unforgettable golfing experience.

The Gary Player-designed golf course was host to the 1996 World Cup of Golf and has fast become renowned both locally and abroad. ErinvaleGolf Club’s beautifully manicured par 72 championship course boasts some of the country’s most challenging and spectacular holes. This isa course with two distinctly different nines. The demanding front nine meanders through park-like terrain and the back nine provides a contrasting challenge winding its way through the foothills of the mountains with panoramic views of False Bay. The signature hole is the par-four 17th hole, a great finishing hole that swoops downhill and is an extreme test of nerves playing from an elevated tee towards a long and narrow green.

DE ZALZE GOLF CLUB

Renowned golf course architect, Peter Matkovich, designer of the De Zalze Golf Course, made the most of the stunning setting while placing a premium on accuracy. With magnificent mountain backdrops and stunning water features; this exquisite setting presents an exciting and interesting challenge to golfers of all standards. De Zalze Golf Course offers a fine mix of parkland holes, its main defences being the water features on several ofthe holes. The oak-lined BlaauwklippenRiver winds its way through the golf estate and comes into play at various intervals.

OUTENIQUA GOLF COURSE –FANCOURT

The FancourtOuteniquaGolf Course as part of South Africa’s premier golfing destination lies at the foot of the majestic OuteniquaMountain in the heart of the world-famous Garden Route district. This beautifully manicured 18-hole parkland course is a course of rare distinction, similar to its sibling the Montagu course with top of the range conditioning and a setting that takes in mountains, water and wildlife. This majestic 18-hole Parkland layout at Fancourtwas designed by legendary Grand Slam golfer Gary Player. The Outeniquacourse is similar to its sibling course The Montagu in terms of character, its challenging design and fine conditioning which will ensure an excellent test for all levels of golfers.

MONTAGU GOLF COURSE –FANCOURT

The FancourtGolf Resort was recently ranked in the top 10 Golf Resorts in the world, and is the only Golf Resort in South Africa with 3 breathtakingGolf courses, all originally designed by Gary Player. The Montagu course is a much celebrated parkland course and has been ranked as the number-one golf course in South Africa in the past. Play is restricted to members, their guests and hotel guests, so there is ample time and space to savour the Fancourtgolfing experience. Fancourtalso boasts a world class Golf Academy, with outstanding practise and warm-up facilities.

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