Winelands Golf and Safari LG 015

Winelands to Garden Route
Golf and Safari
15 Days
Luxury

Highlights

Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days

Golf: 11 Golf Courses
Accommodation: 4 and 5 Stars
Destination: Western Cape (Winelands) and Garden Route
Type: Guided Private Golf and Safari Tour
Activities:

Wine tasting at Nederburg Wines or Fairview Wines
Sightseeing Stellenbosch
Wine tasting Ernie Els Wines
Two morning and evening game drives at the Garden Route Game Lodge
Guided tour of the Reptile Centre at the Garden Route Game Lodge
Wine tasting at Retief Goosen’s wine estate, The Goose wines
Traditional South African braai (Barbeque)
Sightseeing Knysna

Price Per Person: From R 62,000 (guideline based on two persons sharing a room)
Tour Code: LG 015

Day 1

On your arrival at Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town, you will be met by your guide who will drive you to your first hotel approximately one hour from the airport. You will spend the next three nights here at the well-known Pearl Valley Hotel.

The early afternoon is free for you to spend at leisure and recuperating. Walk the grounds and marvel at the views in anticipation and the prospect of some great golfing experiences after which the Welcome Dinner at either The Valley Restaurant or The Polo Club Restaurant beckons.

Overnight – Pearl Valley Hotel

Meals - Dinner

Day 2

We start the day with an early morning breakfast and we are then off to play our first round at the Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Warm up at the warm up range or gauge the speed of the greens on the practise greens. After our round and some refreshing drinks we travel to Nederburg Wines or Fairview Wine and Cheese for an informative wine tasting. On our return from the wine tasting we will stop off in the picturesque town of Paarl for dinner at The Hussar Grill.

Overnight - Pearl Valley Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf - Pearl Valley Golf Course

Wine Tasting - Nederburg Wines or Fairview Wine and Cheese

Day 3

Following a leisurely breakfast we know make our way to our next golf experience at the De Zalze golf club in Stellenbosch. After a refreshing shower we now visit the historic town of Stellenbosch. Later we will have dinner at either The Oude Werf restaurant or the Fat Butcher restaurant. We return to Pearl Valley for a good night’s rest.

Overnight - Pearl Valley Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf – De Zalze Golf Course

Sightseeing - Stellenbosch

Day 4

This morning we are taking our leave of Pearl Valley after enjoying an early morning breakfast. We will now travel in the direction of Hermanus to play the Arabella golf course. After golf we will make our way to Erinvale Hotel and Spa our home for the next two days. Tonight we will dine at the elegant Seventeen07 restaurant offering a menu of local cuisine, made from fresh farm produce, reflecting the heritage of the Cape Dutch farms.

Overnight – Erinvale Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf – Arabella Golf Course

Day 5

Today after a hearty breakfast we will be playing the Gary Player designed Erinvale golf course. After golf relax under the splendid oak trees or enjoy a treatment at the spa. Later this afternoon we will be travelling to Ernie Els Wines for an informative wine tasting. Back at the hotel enjoy dinner at Seventeen07 restaurant.

Overnight – Erinvale Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf – Erinvale Golf Course

Wine Tasting – Ernie Els Wines

Day 6

This morning we are taking our leave of Erinvale after enjoying an early morning breakfast. We will now travel to the Garden Route Game Lodge via the famous R60 route. We will stop at Roberson, the “centre of the winelands”, for a break at either Cafe Rosa or Strictly Coffee. Our journey continues to the Garden Route Game Lodge, a big 5 game reserve where we will experience a thrilling two night stay on a big 5 game reserve.

Once you have checked in to your room you may want to stretch your legs and take time to explore the surrounds, relax by the pool or on your own private deck.

Evening safari departs at 5pm (4pm winter). While warm ponchos and hot water bottles (weather depending) are provided we do advise that you take something warm on the evening safari.

We return to the lodge at around 7pm to enjoy complimentary refreshment around the fire at the Boma after which dinner is served in the Boma or Serengetis Restaurant.

Overnight - Garden Route Game Lodge

Meals - Breakfast and Dinner

Game Drive - Evening Safari

Day 7

Sunrise safari at 7 am, filter coffee, tea and hot chocolate can be enjoyed in the restaurant before departing on the early morning safari. Again please be advised to take something warm.

We return to the lodge at around 9am to enjoy a generous English and Continental breakfast in the Serengetis Restaurant.

Enjoy an informative guided tour of the Reptile and Interpretive Centre at 10:30am. Depart from reception and follow the signs to the Reptile Centre.

Relax and unwind on your private deck, enjoy a dip in the sparkling pool, enjoy a light lunch in the Serengetis Restaurant or at the Poolside Terrace. Enjoy some of the activities on offer at Garden Route Game Lodge.

Evening safari departs at 5pm (4pm winter) following the same routine as the previous day.

We return to the lodge at around 7pm to enjoy complimentary refreshment around the fire at the Boma after which dinner is served in the Boma or Serengetis Restaurant.

Overnight - Garden Route Game Lodge

Meals – Breakfast and Dinner

Game Drive – Morning and Evening Safari

Guided Tour - Reptile Centre

Day 8

Sunrise safari at 7am, filter coffee, tea and hot chocolate can be enjoyed in the restaurant before departing on the early morning safari. As this is your last safari your ranger may use this opportunity to find some of the more rare animals and bird life.

We return to the lodge at around 9am to enjoy a generous English and Continental breakfast in the Serengetis Restaurant after which we check out.

We now make our way to the Pinnacle Point Golf Club to resume our golf journey on this spectacular golf course. Remember to take a selfie or two on the dramatic clifftop holes! After your round enjoy refreshing drinks in the clubhouse with a 270 degree view of the ocean. After golf we check into our villa where we will stay for the next two nights. This evening we will venture into Mosselbay for dinner.

Overnight - Pinnacle Gay Guest House

Meals – Breakfast

Game Drive - Morning Safari

Golf - Pinnacle Point Golf Course

Day 9

Today after a hearty breakfast we travel to the first Ernie Els Signature course in South Africa, Oubaai where we will experience a traditional Links layout ideally situated between the Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua Mountains. After golf we return to Pinnacle where you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon. This evening for dinner we will be experiencing a traditional South African braai (Barbeque) at the villa!

Overnight - Pinnacle Gay Guest House

Meals – Breakfast and Dinner

Golf - Oubaai Golf Club

Day 10

After breakfast we bid Pinnacle adieu and travel to Knysna where we will play the superb Pezula Championship golf course. After golf we will make our way to the Simola Hotel where we will spend the next two nights. Dinner can be enjoyed at Lungalo Restaurant.

Overnight – Simola Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf – Pezula Golf Course

Day 11

After an unhurried breakfast we will play the Simola Championship Course. After our round and some refreshing drinks at the clubhouse we take the short drive down to Knysna to explore the fascinating artist stalls followed by dinner at either - Upstairs at Rosie's or Le Maquis in Knysna.

Overnight - Simola Hotel

Meals - Breakfast

Golf - Simola Golf Club

Sightseeing - Knysna

Day 12

This morning we are taking our leave of Simola after enjoying an early morning breakfast. We will now travel to George via the garden route to the luxurious Fancourt Hotel where we will be staying for the next three nights. On arrival we will be playing the first of the three courses at Fancourt namely Montagu. After your round you can cool down in the indoor pool or visit the Spa for a relaxing treatment or enjoy a refreshing drink on the veranda. Dinner can be enjoyed at any of the fine restaurants at Fancourt.

Overnight - Fancourt Hotel

Meals - Breakfast

Golf – Fancourt Montagu

Day 13

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast as we will be playing the popular George Golf Club today which is just a short hop from Fancourt. After golf we return to Fancourt to freshen up as we are on our way to Retief Goosen’s wine estate, The Goose Wines for a wine tasting. On our return to the hotel dinner can be enjoyed at any of the fine restaurants at Fancourt.

Overnight - Fancourt Hotel

Meals – Breakfast

Golf - George Golf Course

Wine Tasting - The Goose Wines

Day 14

Start the day with the fresh and healthy breakfast buffet or opt for a personal favourite from the extensive à la carte menu. Following breakfast you can warm up at the practice area in preparation for our round at Fancourt Outeniqua. After golf you can cool down in the indoor pool or visit the Spa for a relaxing treatment or enjoy a refreshing drink on the veranda. Tonight you are invited to attend the farewell dinner at Henry White’s Restaurant or Monet’s Restaurant.

Overnight - Fancourt Hotel

Meals – Breakfast and Dinner

Golf - Fancourt Outeniqua

Day 15

The final morning and we enjoy a leisurely breakfast and check out. Dependant on your flight home you can choose to play either Montagu or Outeniqua before transferring to George Airport for your homeward journey.

Until next time

Package Includes

Accommodation based on a twin or double occupancy basis at:
- Pearl Valley Hotel and Spa - 3 Nights
- Erinvale Hotel and Spa – 2 Nights
- Garden Route Game Lodge – 2 Nights
- Simola Hotel and Spa - 2 Nights
- Fancourt Hotel - 3 Nights

11 Rounds of Golf with reserved tee times, inclusive of green fees and motorized carts (when permitted) a:
- Pearl Valley Golf Course
- De Zalze Golf Course
- Arabella Golf Course
- Erinvale Golf Club
- Pinnacle Golf Club
- Oubaai Golf Club
- Pezula Championship Course
- Simola Golf Course
- Fancourt Montagu
- George Golf Club
- Fancourt Outeniqua

Activities:
- Wine tasting at Nederburg Wines or Fairview Wines
- Sightseeing Stellenbosch
- Wine tasting at Ernie Els Wines
- Two morning and evening game drives at the Garden Route Game Lodge
- Guided tour of the Reptile Centre at the Garden Route Game Lodge
- Traditional South African braai (Barbeque)
- Wine tasting at Retief Goosen’s wine estate, The Goose wines
- Sightseeing Knysna