Prince's Grant lodge gives you Zulus, monkeys, Paradise Flycatchers and some fine golf
There can't be too many places on earth where you can put together a Zulu-monkey-golf package. The Prince's Grant Golf and Country Estate north of Durban happens to be one such place. If you like your Zulu history, monkeys, wild and strange birds and - oh yeah, if you like to play golf in exotic settings - you might want to try this small property far from the well-trod South Africa tourist path, writes Tim McDonald.
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The wonder of it all - a slow train through South Africa the best way to golf and see wild life
Taking a slow, vintage train through South Africa, with the moon rising over Pretoria, is definitely the most luxurious and exotic way to travel and play golf in the southern part of the Dark Continent.
... full article »- Teen phenom Ashleigh Simon swings as South Africa's version of Michelle Wie
- Nicklaus and Els collaborating for first time amongst wild African lions and rhinos
- Big bucks and Big Berthas in South Africa
Gary Player's Goose Valley Golf Club a bargain in South Africa
Gary Player-designed Goose Valley is one of the least expensive courses on South Africa's upscale Garden Route, but it doesn't skimp on scenery or shot-making. Sitting just off the coastline, the course is filled with native wildlife and offers stunning mountain and ocean views.
... full article »- Find yourself a couple of big Afrikaners and enjoy golf, wine and spectacular views at Erinvale
- Drink your wine and tee off - or vice- versa - at De Zalze in the Western Cape
- For truly wild, wild golf, Skukuza in the African bush is a must play
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Randpark Golf Club a South African diamond
The Randpark course at the Randpark Golf Club in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a very beautiful golf course with rolling hills, wide fairways and very player-friendly greens - fast with subtle slopes. I would recommend this course to anyone visiting Johannesburg. The employees are very friendly. I give it 5 points out of 5 for service and design. I plan on going back next year.
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