GROUND-ONLY, TAILOR-MADE SINCE 1981
Gary Player built it. The World Cup came within a year.
Western Cape golf holidays
Erinvale, at Somerset West, is Player's only course near Cape Town, and it hosted the 1996 World Cup of Golf inside twelve months of opening. Base yourself at Erinvale Estate Hotel or among the Stellenbosch vines at Spier, with Table Mountain, False Bay and fifteen courses in easy reach.
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Cape Town puts a championship layout, a working winelands course and a sea-cliff round within an easy drive of each other, which is rare for one base. The Western Cape is where a UK golfer can play Erinvale in the morning and be in Stellenbosch or Hermanus the same week without long internal flights.
We have planned tailored golf trips to South Africa since 1981. We book the hotel, the tee times, the transfers between courses and every round, so you arrive with a working itinerary rather than a list of phone numbers.
Why play golf in Western Cape
The standout here is Erinvale Golf Club in Somerset West, a Gary Player design and a par 72 that has hosted serious tournament golf against the backdrop of the Helderberg mountains. It is the course most UK visitors build a trip around, and it rewards a tidy long game.
Royal Cape Golf Club gives you the other side of the region's character: a flat, mature parkland par 72 close to the city, older and more traditional in feel. Between a Player-designed test and an established city club, you get genuine variety inside a short radius rather than seven versions of the same round.
The courses you’ll play
The data covers a good spread of the region's golf, from championship par 72s to bigger 27-hole clubs. Designer and hole detail below are only those confirmed for each club.
- Erinvale Golf Club, Somerset West (Gary Player, 18 holes, par 72)
- Somerset West Golf Club (Charles Molteno Murray, redesigned by Peter Matkovich in 2018, 18 holes, par 72)
- Westlake Golf Club, Cape Town (Charles Molteno Murray, 18 holes, par 72)
- Royal Cape Golf Club (18 holes, par 72)
- Stellenbosch Golf Club (18 holes, par 72)
- Paarl Golf Club (27 holes)
- Hermanus Golf Club (27 holes)
Paarl and Hermanus both run to 27 holes, which gives you flexible nine-hole combinations and is useful if you are mixing golf with winelands or whale-coast days.
Where you’ll stay
For a Cape Town city base, The Vineyard Hotel (7 nights from
- The Vineyard Hotel, Cape Town (7 nights from
£1,045 (≈ €1,205) (≈ $1,375) (≈ CA$1,955) (≈ AU$1,965) (≈ NZ$2,405) (≈ CHF 1,115) £1,495 (≈ €1,715) (≈ $1,975) (≈ CA$2,795) (≈ AU$2,815) (≈ NZ$3,435) (≈ CHF 1,595) - The Bay Hotel, Camps Bay (3 nights from
£530 (≈ €605) (≈ $695) (≈ CA$985) (≈ AU$995) (≈ NZ$1,215) (≈ CHF 565) £425 (≈ €485) (≈ $555) (≈ CA$795) (≈ AU$795) (≈ NZ$975) (≈ CHF 445) - Harbour House Hotel, Hermanus (3 nights from
£290 (≈ €325) (≈ $375) (≈ CA$535) (≈ AU$545) (≈ NZ$665) (≈ CHF 305) - African Oceans Manor, Mossel Bay (3 nights from
£415 (≈ €475) (≈ $545) (≈ CA$775) (≈ AU$775) (≈ NZ$955) (≈ CHF 435) - The Farmhouse Hotel, Langebaan (3 nights from
£1,210 (≈ €1,395) (≈ $1,595) (≈ CA$2,265) (≈ AU$2,275) (≈ NZ$2,785) (≈ CHF 1,285)
Harbour House Hotel in Hermanus is the lowest entry point at
Best time to play golf in Western Cape
The Western Cape has a winter-rainfall climate, which is the opposite of the UK pattern. The driest, most settled golf is from roughly October to April, our autumn through to spring, when the courses are at their best and daylight is long.
UK winter, from June to August, is the Cape's wet and windy season, so it is the weaker time to come for golf even though flights can be cheaper. The southeaster wind can blow hard in midsummer too, so an early tee time is often the calmer one.
Getting there
You fly from the UK to Cape Town. There are direct overnight services from London, and a wider choice of one-stop routes through the Gulf or Europe from regional airports. Cape Town is on or close to UK time, so there is no real jet lag to play through.
Once you land, the courses and coast (Somerset West, Stellenbosch, Hermanus and beyond) are best reached by road, and we arrange your transfers as part of the trip. Flights are an ATOL-protected add-on we can book alongside the land arrangements, or you can book your own and we handle everything on the ground.
Good to know
One honest caveat: this is a spread-out region, not a single resort, so a trip that takes in Cape Town, the winelands and the coast involves a fair bit of driving between courses and hotels, and a few of the clubs are members' clubs where tee times need booking ahead. The hotel prices shown are per person for the nights stated, so weigh the three-night and seven-night options against the trip length you actually want. South Africa drives on the left, which suits UK visitors, and the Cape can swing from hot and still to windy in a single day, so pack for both.
Hosted golf tours in Western Cape
Small-group trips we plan end to end — a Golf Planet host with you on the ground. Reserve a place, or we’ll build one around your group.
The courses you’ll play in Western Cape
Golf resorts — stay & play on-site
Hotels — play the area’s courses
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What golfers say about Western Cape
4.997 reviewsWe have just returned from a trip to the Western Cape and the Kruger, that will be remembered for many years. We played Stellenbosch, De Zalze and Paarl - all of which were in superb condition - along with Erinvale. We then moved on to …
We were fortunate to attend Cape Town with Golf Planet Holidays for their Western Cape Escorted Tour. On arrival at Cape Town Airport we were met by Nigel Birch, former European Tour Professional, who expertly guided us through the ten days, be it golf, wine tours…
Excellent trip to Cape Town this January. Everything ran like clockwork, including the weather, from check in at The Commodore Hotel, through 5 games of golf to check out. All the courses were professionally managed, fairways beautifuly manicured & each course tested a different aspect of…
Frequently asked questions
Golf holidays in Western Cape — answers to the questions our golfers ask most.
How much does a golf holiday in South Africa cost?
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Is South Africa good for golf in the winter?
Absolutely! South Africa is an ideal winter golf destination. While much of Europe is bundled up, the Western Cape offers mild temperatures and sunny days, perfect for enjoying a round of golf. Famous courses like Royal Cape, Stellenbosch, and Erinvale offer stunning views and top-tier conditions, making this holiday an unforgettable golf experience. Whether you're looking for a winter sun escape or simply a great game, South Africa’s winter weather is perfect for teeing off.
What is the best time of year to play golf in South Africa?
South Africa is a year-round golf destination, but the best time to play depends on what you're looking for. For winter sun and mild temperatures, the Western Cape is perfect from November to April. If you prefer warmer weather, the summer months (May to October) are ideal for golf in regions like Kwazulu Natal, where temperatures are pleasant and the courses are in top condition. Regardless of when you visit, South Africa offers fantastic golf all year long.
When is the best time to play golf in South Africa?
October to April, the South African summer, is best for the Cape and Garden Route, and it lines up neatly with the UK winter.
What are the best golf courses to play in South Africa?
South Africa is home to some of the best golf courses in the world. Notable courses include Royal Cape Golf Club in the Western Cape, ranked among the country’s top courses, The Links at Fancourt, Erinvale, and Pearl Valley. Each course provides a unique challenge and stunning views, making them perfect for golfers looking for an unforgettable round.
Are flights included, and is a South Africa golf holiday ATOL protected?
Our South Africa holidays are tailor-made and ground-only, so flights are arranged separately, and we are happy to book them for you. When we book your flights the trip is ATOL protected and your money is held safe until you travel.
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