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SA Golf and Leisure Vacations — 6th Edition — South and Southern Africa

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Travel on The Blue Train and Enjoy your Window to the soul of Africa The Blue Train as one of South Africa’s most well-known tourism icons, has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving 5-star hotel. The name is synonymous with ultimate luxury and personal service. Hanlie Kotze, Executive Manager of The Blue Train, comments: “For over 65 years The Blue Train has enjoyed the international reputation as one of the world’s unsurpassed luxury experiences. Corporate clients can tailor-make their charter, such as a Golfing or Safari Charter with train stops near golf courses or game lodges located along a rail route. With the availability of rail networks compatible with The Blue Train’s technology, any option is possible! Full catering and bar facilities are available on board. Popular tailor-made charters can be planned to include stops at major calendar events such as the Vodacom Durban July, the Sun City Nedbank Golf Challenge, and the J&B Met Cape Town, to name but a few.”

As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, guests can savour exquisite meals freshly prepared on board by top chefs. Our meals are complemented by the best wines South Africa has to offer. The Blue Train suites live up to its reputation of splendour and magnificence. The finest bed linen, marble tiles, gold bathroom fittings and sheer opulence, all ensure that guests will have a memorable experience on board the most lavish train on the planet! Corporate companies can tailor-make their own Blue Train route. The train can be chartered for strategic meetings, product launches, VIP cocktail parties, Christmas lunches, dinners and even weddings, with a variety of different route options. The Conference Car, found in one of the two train sets, accommodates up to 22 delegates, is fully equipped with audio-visual and technical equipment for exclusive business meetings or small conferences.

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publisher and editor welcome This book is a celebration of South Africa and Southern Africa’s great Golf Courses, Wildlife, Wine and Spa facilities that showcase exceptional level of elegance and efficiency. The mixture of finest golf courses, world class vineyards, unique safari experiences and stunning beaches, as well as luxurious spa and accommodation facilities, present some of the best golfing holiday offerings in the world. For discerning golfers there is more to enjoy besides golf in South Africa and the rest of Southern Africa. The golfing experience in this part of the world allows you and your family, or friends, to capture the magic, natural beauty and surrounding attractions, and to be welcomed by the hospitality of our people. Make use of this book and our website to plan your next trip to the southern tip of Africa. Whether you are planning a weekend to get away, a social, amateur or to a professional golf tournament, SA Golf and Leisure Vacations caters for all needs and taste. I hope you derive much pleasure from our courses and all other facilities featured in this book. Enjoy South Africa and the rest of the Southern Africa region! Kwakye Donkor Publisher Travel to Africa. Begin your day with golden threads of sunrise streaming through the trees and vegetation. The greeting view from your safari camp will conjure excitement as steam rises from the water-hole and you can hear the wildlife moving in the bush. How about stepping out onto your balcony to be exhilarated by the spell binding roar of the ocean and seeing dolphins play in waves. After a sumptuous breakfast it’s time to make the most of your day. For the avid golfer it’s time to grab your clubs and head out for one of our well-groomed and challenging golf courses. PGA Professionals can be booked for warm up lessons. From the first tee to the last putt there will be memories to share at the 19th. Your safari will be enriched by well-informed ranger-guides. If the thought ‘rumble in the jungle’ comes to mind, then during game drives, walks and on river cruises, you will get the feeling, the sounds and to experience the real thing during a safari. Conservation initiatives work to make more land available to protect Africa’s wildlife. The park fees charged contribute to their maintenance costs to assure your every comfort is prepared and that protection from game poachers is provided for the wildlife. Getting away also serves to destress and to recharge your batteries. Wellness is taken care of by the many spas available and their specialised therapists will assist with treatment options, to make you feel ‘top of the world’. South Africa is well known for its beef, lamb and seafood whilst the influences from our diverse cultural traditions mean you will be spoilt with choice. Pair served culinary delights with South Africa’s wines of origin and superb blends. For investors, seeking opportunities that can also add to local community sustainability, then great returns await you within our sub-continent. Our people, destinations and countries look forward to meeting you. Arrive a visitor, and you’ll be back as a friend. Stefan Gennrich Editor

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INTRODUCTION 1 Motivation 2 Mercedes-Benz 4 The Blue Train 6 Volkswagen 8 Publisher and Editor Welcome 9 Mantis Collection 10 Contents 11 Maps of Southern Africa 12 Message from the Minister 13 South African Airlink 14 Message from the PGA SA 15 PGA South Africa 16 Foreward by Fair Trade Tourism 17 Caban 18 South African Showcase 20 South African Highlights 24 South African Provinces 27 Inspirations Travel 28 The North West and "Cradle" 30 The Cape's West and Southern Coastal Regions 32 Buffalo City, Eastern Cape 34 RETOSA Southern African Showcase 35 Angola and Democratic Republic of Congo 36 Tanzania 37 Summit Expeditions 38 Malawi and Seychelles 39 Mauritius and Madagascar 40 Mozambique 41 Ibo Island Lodge Quirimbas Archipelago 42 Zimbabwe Publisher: Kwakye Donkor Project Management: Reflective Project Director and Editor: Stefan Gennrich Contact: Tel: +27 (0) 21 786 1198/4119 Fax: +27 (0)88 021 786 1198 info@sagolfandleisure.co.za

43 Zambia 44 Botswana 45 Phofu Safari Lodge Okavango Delta, Botswana Mogothlo Safari Lodge Kalahari, Northern Province 46 Namibia 47 Lesotho and Swaziland GOLF 48 Motivation 49 South African Golf Association 50 PGA South Africa 51 Sunshine Tour 52 Glendower Golf Club - SA Open Ekurhuleni, Gauteng 53 Royal Johannesburg & Kensington - Joburg Open Gauteng 54 Gary Player Golf Club Sun City, North West 55 Legend Golf & Safari Resort Waterberg, Limpopo 56 Leopard Creek, Dunhill Championship Malelane, Mpumalanga 57 Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Southern Kruger National Park 58 Fairview Hotel and Village Tzaneen, Limpopo 59 Nkonyeni Lodge and Golf Estate Manzini Swaziland 60 Cathedral Peak Hotel Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal 61 Prince's Grant North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal Sales and Marketing Director: Clare James Design: Forge Education, Gretel Jacobs Webmaster: Siempre Media www.sagolfandleisure.co.za www.southafrica.net www.retosa.co.za www.pgasa.com

62 Durban Country Club, KwaZulu-Natal 63 Buffalo City, Africa Open East London, Eastern Cape 64 St. Francis Links Garden Route, Western Cape 65 Fancourt Garden Route, Western Cape 66 Nomads Golf Club South Africa 67 Knysna Golf Club Garden Route, Western Cape 68 Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Estate, Garden Route, Western Cape 69 De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate Stellenbosch, Western Cape 70 Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate Stellenbosch, Western Cape 71 Simon's Town Country Club Cape Peninsula, Cape Town 72 Clovelly Country Club Cape Peninsula, Cape Town 73 Royal Cape Golf Club Cape Town, Western Cape 74 Sishen Golf and Country Club Kathu, Northern Province 75 Sea Cliff Resort and Spa Zanzibar, Tanzania WILDLIFE AND HERITAGE 76 Motivation 77 Wildlife and Heritage 78 South African National Parks 79 World Heritage in South Africa Contributors and Photography: Service Providers and SA Golf and Leisure Vacations Printers: ABC Press, Cape Town

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De Hoop Collectin Whale Coast, Western Cape Tau Game Lodge Madikwe, North West Tswalu Kalahari Reserve Kalahari, Northern Province White Elephant Safari Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal

WINE 84 Motivation 85 Message from the Cape Winemakers Guild 86 Ernie Els Wines Stellenbosch, Western Cape 87 Val Du Charron Wine and Olive Estate, Guesthouse and Spa Wellington, Western Cape 88 Haute CabriĂ¨re, Franschhoek, Western Cape 89 Groot Constantia, Cape Town, Western Cape WELLNESS 90 Message from the South African Spa Association 91 Motivation 92 Hoogland Health Hydro Erasmia, Gauteng 93 The Arniston Spa and Hotel, Arniston, Western Cape 94 Lake Pleasant Living Garden Route, Western Cape 95 Camelot Spa, South Africa 96 Mangwanani Spa, South Africa

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maps of Southern Africa

Victoria Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam Dadoma

Luanda

Lilongwe

Lusaka

Harare Windhoek Gabarone

Pretoria

Mangaung

Maputo Mbabane

Maseru Cape Town

Antananarivo

Port Louis

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MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER South Africa’s global competitiveness as a tourist destination is due largely to our irresistible package that combines scenic beauty, great weather for the outdoors and a fantastic mix of leisure activities. Our unrivalled golf offering is part of this mix, making South Africa a destination that features on the bucket list of millions of golfers around the world. It’s not difficult to understand why. Those of us who are privileged to call South Africa home, and who have teed up on one of our courses, know the joy of swinging a club in South Africa. We have a diverse range of golf experiences, from the Gary Player Country Club in the north to Arabella Golf Club in the south. There’s the Legend Golf and Safari Resort in Limpopo, the only course on earth where you take a helicopter to tee off from the 18th hole. They are all beautifully manicured and professionally managed. Each has its own unique charm, and each guarantees a magnificent day of golfing. Add to this the outstanding value for money that our destination offers and the warm, friendly welcome you will enjoy when you join the locals at the 19th hole, and you have a formula that very few destinations on earth can beat. There’s more to golf than tourism in South Africa. This niche sector makes a valuable contribution to job creation, helps to spur economic growth, and attracts foreign spend that is invested into social infrastructure that improves the lives of all our people. I welcome all golfers to South Africa with pride and pleasure. While you are here, we hope that you will sample the wide range of other leisure activities we offer, experience our cultural diversity, and enjoy the sight of wildlife roaming freely through the African bush. Derek Hanekom Minister of Tourism

Ad d ress 17 Trevena Road, Tourism House, Sunnyside Pretoria 0001 Contac t Call Centre: +27 (0) 860 121 929 Switch Board Number: +27 (0) 12 444 6000 www.tourism.gov.za

Ndola

Pemba

Lusaka Kasane Maun

Windhoek

Livingstone

Harare

Bulawayo

Antananarivo

Beira

Phalaborwa

Polokwane Gaborone Pretoria

Skukuza Nelspruit Maputo Manzini

JNB

Sishen Kimberley Upington Bloemfontein

Nampula Tete

Maseru

Pietermaritzburg Durban

Mthatha East London Cape Town George Port Elizabeth

Vilanculos

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message from the professional golfers association of south Africa South Africa is as diverse as are its array of exceptional golfing destinations! South Africa’s climate makes it the ideal country for devoting plentiful enjoyable hours in the sun on the golf course. South Africans’ love of the game of golf ensures that you are spoilt for choice. From the many course options, select from a variety of challenges. Choose ocean-side courses or play at high altitudes for extra long ball flight. Combine a ‘bush’ course with a safari or play on fairways with far seeing vistas of purple mountains. Few places in the world can boast courses where you are surrounded by everything from the Big 5 to Table Mountain and breaching Southern Right Whales. There are many championship golf courses resonating an aura of distinction such as Leopard Creek, Gary Player Country Club at Sun City, Glendower Golf Club, Durban Country Club. The variety of excellent course layouts will guarantee you have an enjoyable round of golf. KwaZulu-Natal is the proud Host Province of the PGA of South Africa World Club Pro Am. Here the coastline stretches from the temperate Wild Coast in the south to the tropical North Coast. In the province’s harbour city of Durban have fun at the Marine World, eat some of the best curry on the planet, run for miles along the scenic beach promenade, and test your abilities at some of the top local golf courses. Legendary hospitality and culinary skills produce an abundance of 5-star accommodation venues and world class restaurants. On an African summer’s night, get together for a traditional braai whilst appreciating our world acclaimed brandy. Spend some time wine tasting in the vineyard regions or get close to wildlife on a sunset game drive. The Professional Golfers Association of South Africa encourages lifelong friendships, camaraderie and fun in golf. PGA of SA Professionals are passionate about the game and the people playing the game, and are ready to assist you for custom fitting, retail and bespoke lessons. PGA Professionals are located throughout the country. Visit our website to find Professional assistance. Come to South Africa, take a deep breath, swing freely and add memorable shots to your golfing bucket list! Ivano Ficalbi CHIEF EXECUTIVE Professional Golfers Association of South Africa

ADDR ESS Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club 1 Fairway Avenue, Linksfield 2192. CONTAC T +27 (0)11 485-1370 www.pga.co.za

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FOREWARD BY FAIR TRADE TOURISM Fair Trade Tourism is a leading South African non-profit organisation promoting responsible tourism development. It grows awareness about responsible tourism to travellers, assists tourism businesses to operate more sustainably and facilitates a globally recognised certification programme, the first in Africa, which is recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Fair Trade Tourism pioneered its certification programme more than a decade ago and is now expanding its best practice standards in responsible, sustainable tourism outside of South Africa. It also encourages mainstream and specialist tour operators to package and sell Fair Trade Holidays which incorporate Fair Trade Tourism certified products. Today Fair Trade Tourism is a truly African organisation and includes certified businesses in Madagascar and Mozambique. In July 2015, Fair Trade Tourism signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement with the Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label. This agreement enables six of the Indian Ocean island nation’s leading hotels to be marketed under the Fair Trade Holiday brand, paving the way for similar agreements throughout the region. Currently South Africa and Africa face extreme challenges. The broader tourism development and encouraging synergy with our African counterparts is an indication that awareness for responsible, sustainable tourism practices is growing in our region, as well as globally. At the end of the day, it’s all about the visitor. Selecting a Fair Trade Tourism certified business or participating in a Fair Trade Holiday ensures their holidays ultimately benefit local communities and economies. This contributes to peace of mind for the traveller as they know that the services and facilities they use are operated ethically and in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The Fair Trade Tourism label tells you that member businesses are committed to making a real difference to both people and planet, allowing travellers to have the most fulfilling holiday possible.

ad d ress 34A Hatfield Corner 1270 Stanza Bopape Colbyn Pretoria South Africa PO Box 12844 Queenswood Pretoria 0121 South Africa Contac t +27 (0)12 342 2945/3642 Fair Trade Tourism www.fairtrade.travel Fair-Trade-Tourism @FTTourism

Fair Trade Tourism is for travellers who want authentic, life-changing experiences which leave a lasting legacy of good practices in the places they visit. Whether you’re staying in a luxury safari lodge, a humble backpackers, an island resort, participate in an adventure activity, day trip or township tour, certified members strive to provide the essence of a good holiday. Nivashnee Naidoo MANAGING DIRECTOR

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South african showcase Welcome! There is an endless variety of historical, cultural and natural diversity available in South Africa. Individuals, families, groups with common interests, sport- and music lovers will all be overwhelmed by choice.

KEY FACTS Official name: Republic of South Africa. Form of state: A federal state, comprising a national government and nine provincial governments. Legal system: Based on Roman-Dutch law and the 1996 Constitution. Population (Census 2011): 51.77-million. Measures: metric system. Time: Two hours ahead of GMT. Internet domain: .za.

OFFICIAL LANGUAGES South Africa has 11 official languages: English, IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, IsiNdebele, Afrikaans, SiSwati, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Tshivenda, Xitsonga.

GEOGRAPHY Area: 1 219 090 square kilometres. Agriculture: 81.6% of total land area. Arable land: 12.1% of total. Irrigated land: 10.15% of arable land.

Talk like a South African Ag man! Oh man! Aikona! No way! Bakkie Pick-up truck Biltong Dried meat / jerky Boerewors Spicy sausage Bokkie Sweetheart / a doe Braai Barbecue Cherry Girlfriend Doff Stupid Dorp Small town Howzit? How are you? Izzit? Really? Jolling Having fun Just now Sometime soon Lekker Great Mozzie Mosquito Muti Medicine My bru My brother / friend My China My mate Now now Very soon Takkies Sneakers Trek Journey Tsotsi Thief Yebo Yes

SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG The national flag was first used on 27 April 1994. The design and colours are a synopsis of principal elements of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flag history. Individual colours, or colour combinations represent different meanings for different people and therefore no universal symbolism should be attached to any of the colours. The central design of the flag, can be interpreted

The Union Buildings, Pretoria.

The Three Rondavels in Mpumalanga.

The South African flag.

CAPITALS Pretoria (administrative); Cape Town (legislative); Bloemfontein (judicial) CURRENCY South African Rand (R) = 100 cents. The 2012 Fifth Issue Bank notes feature Nelson Mandela on the obverse of all notes. The reverse of the bank notesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; denominations: R10 Rhinoceros, R20 Elephant, R50 Lions, R100 Cape Buffaloes, R200 Leopards. Coins: 5c Blue Crane; 10c Arum Lily; 20c Protea; 50c Strelitzia; R1 Springbok; R2 Kudu; R5 Wildebeest.

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South african showcase launched on Freedom Day, 27 April 2000, reflecting the government’s aim to highlight the democratic change in South Africa and a new sense of patriotism. NATIONAL ANTHEM Nkosi Sekelel’ iAfrika and Die Stem/The Call of South Africa were merged in 1997 to form the current anthem. It is the only neo-modal national anthem in the world, by virtue of being the only one that starts in one key and finishes in another. The lyrics employ the five most populous of South Africa’s eleven official languages – IsiXhosa (first stanza, first two lines), IsiZulu (first stanza, last two lines), Seotho (second stanza), Afrikaans (third stanza) and English (final stanza).

as the convergence of diverse elements within South African society, taking the road ahead in unity.

CLIMATE South Africa has a temperate climate and with 360 days of sunshine a year, the country is known for long sunny days, reflecting the slogan "Sunny South Africa". Most of the provinces have summer rainfall, except for the Western Cape which has winter rainfall. Winter is May to August; Spring is September to October; Summer is November to February and Autumn is March to April.

COAT OF ARMS This state emblem is the highest visual symbol of the State. The Coat of Arms is also the central part of the Great Seal, the highest emblem of the State. South Africa’s Coat of Arms was

WATER Generally, all municipal water supplied, assures that tap water is potable. When travelling to remote rural areas or you're in the bush, ensure that you take bottled water with you.

School children singing the National Anthem.

The Gariep dam, a hydro-electric project.

ELECTRICITY The South African electricity supply is 220/230 volts AC 50 HZ. With a few exceptions (in deep rural areas) electricity is available almost everywhere. Presently the country experiences ‘load shedding’ and you may find yourself in the dark. Keep a torch handy. During these times enjoy the quieter side of life and make the time to experience our incredible night sky. HEALTH AND SAFETY South Africa is well-known for its medical facilities. There are many world-class private hospitals and medical centres around the country, especially in the urban areas. We also have specialised expertise and world renowned doctors for organ transplants, cosmetic- and complex surgery. Most of South Africa is malaria-free, but always check with the game reserves you’re planning to visit and take precautions if necessary. Generally avoid swimming in still pools, stagnant water and rivers flowing east to the Indian Ocean, as they are likely to carry Bilharzia. Make sure you have the latest safety tips from the establishment where you will be staying and take common sense precautions as you would when travelling anywhere.

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south african highlights

‘Be inspired’. When visiting South Africa, luxury is affordable and you’ll have plenty to explore, shop and special treats! Our diversity and highlights include: Kaapse Klopse and the Flower Season

east coast, through the Overberg to the Garden Route.

While slavery is a distant memory, this New Year’s tradition lives on every Tweede Nuwejaar, 2nd January. The Cape Carnival dates back to the 19th century. It has its origins in Cape Town’s slave community, when they arranged this day of festivities.

Late July through September, Namaqualand Daisies as well as hundreds of other flowering species, become a carpeted land of blooms.

A Migration Of Colour, the Cape in flowers are found in the biodiverse Cape. Annually the region comes alive with the first rains of the season. From the Namaqua National Park near Springbok, south to Nieuwoudtville, Vanrhynsdorp, the Biedouw Valley and Clanwilliam to the West Coast National Park, then Darling to Cape Town and follow up the

The Comrades Marathon (held at the end of May) is the world’s oldest and largest ultramarathon run over a distance of approximately 90 km between Pietermaritzburg and Durban. Originally a tribute event to South African soldiers dying during World War I, today it has become a legend with more than 20 000 running the route alternatively either ‘up’ or ‘down’.

Comrades Marathon and the Midlands

In the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, between Pietermaritzburg and the Drakensberg, is a scenic region bordering on the sublime. Filled with stretches of farmland, charming little towns, wonderful arts and crafts and picturesque scenery, history unfolds here. During the late 1800’s, over 70 years, many battles occurred in the Midlands and historic landmarks can be visited

Grahamstown National Arts Festival and the Eastern Cape From its galleries, museums, restaurants, pubs and wide, tree-lined streets to its classic Rhodes University campus, Grahamstown is a city of artistic expression, song and dance and academic exploration. Every July, the world-

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south african highlights renowned National Arts Festival celebrates all that is up and coming from South African artists.

Challenge (November), and the seven day, 739 kilometres Absa Cape Epic (March).

The Eastern Cape features expanses of untouched beach, bush and forest. Some enticing attractions – among them the Valley of Desolation, the Addo Elephant National Park, with the densest elephant population in the world, the dramatic Wild Coast; Hole in the Wall and Mandela’s home town of Qunu.

In 1652 the Dutch East India Company dispatched Jan van Riebeeck to erect a fort and lay out a garden in Table Bay. He recorded the first Cape wine making five years later. Today the wine regions stretch from the western to the far northern Cape and the edge of the Karoo. Visit well-known estates or seek out little-known gems. Follow the Port and Brandy routes. Where there’s fabulous wine, be assured you will discover estates offering extraordinary culinary delights.

Cycle Tours and the Cape Winelands If you really want to see a country, ride a bike. South Africa’s cycling marathons open up a world of competitiveness, exquisite scenery and fun. There are three major cycling events that attract cyclists from all over the globe are the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour in and around the Cape Peninsula (March); in Johannesburg, the 94.7 kilometres Cycle

scores of fishermen and spectators around June each year, as massive sardine shoals stretch for kilometres with a caravan of predators in feeding-frenzy mode. The South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, oozes laidback beach charm. Secluded coves, lagoons and beach walks provide a relaxing way to enjoy its offerings. Although this slow pace is heightened significantly by its collection of world renowned golf courses and adventure activities include surfing the warm Indian Ocean waters to bungee jumping the magnificent Oribi Gorge.

The Sardine Run and KwaZulu-Natal South Coast

Dusi Canoe Marathon and the Drakensberg

A race of a different kind! Sardines, spawned in the Cape have swum for more than 30 days to arrive along the KwaZulu-Natal coast. Join

The country’s premier water event, the three day, 120 kilometres Dusi Canoe Marathon (February) flows between Pietermaritzburg and Durban.

www.sagolfandleisure.co.za 22 It is billed as the toughest in the world with nearly 2 000 entrants annually and more than 40 000 spectators along the route. The Drakensberg stretch some 1 600 kilometres from the northernmost province to the Eastern Cape. South Africa’s highest peak is the 3 450 metres high Mafadi Peak. The uKhahlamba-Drakensberg World Heritage Sites is divided into roughly five regions – the Northern-, Central- and Southern Drakensberg, the Underberg and uMzimkhulu. This natural mountain wilderness area, also hosts some 22 000 San or Bushmen rock-art paintings.

Golf and Gauteng, the gateway to Africa Sport plays a large role in the lives of all South Africans. There are hundreds of golf courses

south africa highlights to excite all golfers planning their visit to South Africa. Major tournaments on the Sunshine Tour co-sanctioned by and PGA European Tour, are official Order of Merit events. Some of the major events include the South African Open and Joburg Open (Johannesburg, Gauteng), the Alfred Dunhill Championship (Malelane, Mpumalanga), The Tshwane Open (Pretoria) and the Africa Open (East London, Eastern Cape). Gauteng has become one of the most popular trade and investment destinations in the world. From Gauteng known as the "gateway to Southern Africa", has infrastructure that matches leading world cities. From here connect with the other 14 SADC countries that share a free trade agreement within the SADC region. Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport is the biggest and busiest

freight and passenger hub in Africa. Gauteng’s road and rail network link to main cities including Windhoek, Gaborone, Harare, Maputo, Mbabane, Maseru and the ports Durban, Richard’s Bay, Port Elizabeth, East London and Cape Town.

The Nasionale Kunstefees and Klein Karoo For more than 20 years, during April, the Afrikaans language arts festival Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees takes place in Oudtshoorn, home to feather palaces. More than 1 000 artists perform a myriad genres in music, dance, theatre, comedy, visual arts and kids theatre, in more than 200 productions and exhibitions over eight days. Travel Route 62, a kaleidoscope of scenic

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south africa highlights tranquillity in the semi-arid Klein Karoo. Visit fine wine estates, malaria-free game reserves, climb mountains and follow hiking trails. Adventures include 4 x 4 routes, canoeing, horse and ostrich riding, fishing and caving. Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to the Swartberg Mountains, find the drip stone caverns of the Cango Caves, with its vast halls and towering formations. Ostrich farming in the region is a key economic contributor.

forests, artists’ communities, retirement estates, modern malls, craft centres, mountain hide-aways and beach holidays are waiting for you.

The Garden Route and Knysna Oyster Festival

Events include the 80 kilometres Knysna Cycle Tour; Tabasco Knysna Golf Classic; a programme for the youth; the 21 kilometres Knysna Forest Marathon; the 1,6 kilometres Dragon Mile Swim; the 15 kilometres Featherbed Trail Run; the 10 kilometres Trail Run and the 23 kilometres mountain bike (MTB) Race; as well as the 10 kilometres canoeing Lagoon Challenge.

The Garden Route stretches from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape to the Storms River in the Eastern Cape. Be seduced by the glorious natural beauty. A mixture of modern golf courses, ancient

The Knysna Oyster Festival, held annually in Mrach, is one of South Africa’s most popular festivals for families and those in search of a great party. There’s plenty on offer for sports lovers, food and wine connoisseurs and for those seeking art, culture and entertainment!

Wildlife and Nature Warning! Safari is addictive. Sight the Big 5 … and soon you’ll be looking for whales, penguins, meerkats, wild dogs, birds, dung beetles. Thanks to the foresight of conservationists, South Africa remains blessed with abundant flora and fauna. South Africa’s spectrum of habitat, from dense forests to arid deserts offers sightings of some of the world’s most impressive species. Visit our game and nature reserves as well as National Parks. View extraordinary endemic plant species as well as an abundance of predators, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects. .

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SOUTH AFRICAN PROVINCES GAUTENG

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Gauteng, in Sesotho which means “place of gold”, is also known as Egoli.

Capital: Pretoria Languages: 19.8% IsiZulu, 13.3% English, 12.4% Afrikaans, 11.6% Sesotho, 10.6% Sepedi (Census 2011) Population: 13,200,300 (stat-estimate 2015) Share of SA population: 24% Population density: 680/km2 Area: 18,178 km2 Share of total SA area: 1.5%

With only 1.5 per cent of South Africa’s land area, this tiny province punches way above its weight. It produces 40 per cent of the world’s gold reserves, contributes 33 per cent to the national economy, and a phenomenal 10 per cent to the GDP of the entire African continent.

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FREE STATE The Free State lies in the heart of South Africa, with the Kingdom of Lesotho nestling in the hollow of its bean-like shape. Lying between the Vaal River in the north and the Orange River in the south, the region is one of flat, rolling grassland and crop fields, rising to lovely sandstone mountains in the northeast. It is the granary of South Africa and houses the Supreme Court of Appeal, in Mangaung (Bloemfontein).

QUICK FACTS Capital: Mangaung (Bloemfontein) Languages: 64.2% Sesotho, 12.7% Afrikaans, 7.5% IsiXhosa, 5.2% Setswana, 4.4% IsiZulu (Census 2011) Population: 2,817,900 (stat-estimate 2015) Share of SA population: 5.1% Population density: 21/km2 Area: 129 825 km2 Share of total SA area: 10.6% www.freestateonline.fs.gov.za

EASTERN CAPE

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The Eastern Cape, lying on the southeastern South African coast, is a region of great natural beauty, particularly the rugged cliffs, rough seas and dense green bush along the stretch known as the Wild Coast.

Capital: Bisho Major city: Port Elizabeth/Nelson Mandela Bay Languages: 78.8% IsiXhosa, 10.6% Afrikaans, 5.6% English, 2.5% Sesotho (Census 2011) Population: 6,916,200 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 39/km2 Share of total SA population: 12.6% Area: 168 966 km2 Share of total SA area: 13.8%

The province is the hub of South Africa’s motor industry, earmarked as a key area for growth and economic development, with two harbours and four airports.

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SOUTH AFRICAN PROVINCES KWAZULU-NATAL

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The garden province of South Africa, KwaZuluNatal is a subtropical region of lush and well watered valleys, washed by the warm Indian Ocean. One of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, the province stretches from Port Edward in the south to the borders of Swaziland and Mozambique to the north.

Capital: Pietermaritzburg Major city: Durban Languages: 77.8% IsiZulu, 13.2% English, 3.4% IsiXhosa, 1.6% Afrikaans (Census 2011) Population: 10,919,100 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 110/km2 Share of SA population: 19.9% Area: 94 361 km2 Share of total SA area: 7.7%

The sugar-cane plantations along the Indian Ocean coastal belt are the mainstay of KwaZuluNatal’s agriculture.

LIMPOPO Limpopo is South Africa’s northern-most Province, lying within the great curve of the Limpopo River. It is a region of contrasts, from true bushveld country to majestic mountains, primeval indigenous forests, unspoilt wilderness and patchworks of farmland. Besides the Kruger National Park, there are 54 provincial reserves and several luxury private game reserves. It is also home to the Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape, one of the country’s eight World Heritage sites.

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QUICK FACTS Capital: Polokwane Languages: 52.9% Sepedi, 17% Xitsonga, 16.7% Tshivenda, 2.6% Afrikaans (Census 2011) Population: 5,726,800 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 43/km2 Share of SA population: 10.4% Area: 125 755 km2 Share of total SA area: 10.3% www.limpopo.gov.za

MPUMALANGA

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Mpumalanga – “the place where the sun rises” – is a province with spectacular scenic beauty and an abundance of wildlife. Lying in the northeast of South Africa, it is bordered by Mozambique and Swaziland to the east, and Gauteng to the west.

Capital: Mbombela (previously Nelspruit) Languages: 27.7% SiSwati, 24.1% IsiZulu, 10.4% Xitsonga, 10.1% IsiNdebele (Census 2011) Population: 4,283,900 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 53/km2 Share of SA population: 7.8% Area: 76 495 km2 Share of total SA area: 6.3%

In the eastern region lies the southern half of the magnificent Kruger National Park, a nature reserve teeming with African wildlife. It's total area is roughly the size of Israel.

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SOUTH AFRICAN PROVINCES NORTHERN CAPE

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The vast and arid Northern Cape is the largest province, taking up nearly a third of South Africa’s land area. It has the country’s smallest population, around 1-million people, with an extremely roomy population density of three people per square kilometre. The province lies to the south of the mighty Orange River. Carnarvon is home to the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and Sutherland, the site of the southern hemisphere’s largest astronomical observatory, SALT.

Capital: Kimberley Languages: 53.8% Afrikaans, 33.1% Setswana, 5.3% IsiXhosa, 3.4% English, 1.3% Sepedi (Census 2011) Population: 1,185,600 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 3.1/km2 Share of SA population: 2.2% Area: 372 889 km2 Share of total SA area: 30.5%

NORTH WEST The North West lies in the north of South Africa on the Botswana border, and is fringed by the Kalahari Desert to the west. Known as the Platinum Province for the wealth of the metal it has underground. The UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vredefort Dome, is the world’s largest visible meteorimpact crater.

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QUICK FACTS Capital: Mahikeng Major city: Potchefstroom Languages: 63.4% Setswana, 9% Afrikaans, 5.8% Sepedi, 5.5% IsiXhosa, 3.7% Xitsonga (Census 2011) Population: 3,707,000 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 33/km2 Share of SA population: 6.7% Area: 106 512 km2 Share of total SA area: 8.7% www.NWPG.gov.za

WESTERN CAPE Cape Town nestles in the curve of Table Mountain at the start of the hook-shaped Cape Peninsula, which ends in the jagged cliffs of Cape Point. The Western Cape lies on the south-westerly tip of Africa. The most-southern point is Cape Agulhas, some 200 kilometres east of Cape Town. Home to the smallest of the world’s six floral kingdoms, the Cape Floral Kingdom, characterised by fynbos and the Protea family, contains more plant species than the whole of Europe.

QUICK FACTS Capital: Cape Town Languages: 49.7% Afrikaans, 24.7% IsiXhosa, 20.2% English (Census 2011) Population: 6,200,100 (stat-estimate 2015) Population density: 45/km2 Share of SA population: 11.2% Area: 129 462 km2 Share of total area: 10.6% www.westerncape.gov.za

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The north west and "cradle"

Madikwe Lodges & Camps Tau Game Lodge, Etali Safari Lodge Impodimo Game Lodge Jacis Tree & Safari Lodges Jamala Game Lodge Madikwe Hills, River, Safari Lodges Madikwe River Lodge Madikwe Safari Lodge Makanyane Safari Lodge Mateya Safari Lodge Molori Game Lodge, Morukuru Lodge Motswiri Safari Lodge Rhulani Safari Lodge Royal Madikwe Lodge Thakadu River Camp, The Bush House Tuningi Safari Lodge Pilanesberg Private Lodges Pilanesberg Hotels & Lodges Black Rhino Game Lodge Buffalo Thorn Lodge Cabanas, Sun City, Sun City Ivory Tree Game Lodge Kwa Maritane, Bakubung, Tshukudu Bush Lodges, Manyane Resort Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge Tambuti Lodge, Bakgatla Resort The Cascades Hotel, Sun City The Kingdom Resort, Sun City The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City CONTAC T

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The North West Province is filled with adventure. Do canopy tours through the Ysterhout Kloof, horse riding and quad biking along the banks of the Magalies River, golf and zip-lining at Sun City, or hot-air ballooning over the Magaliesberg and Pilanesberg. Test your skills on many self-drive 4 x 4 trails. The Province produces a third of South Africa’s maize, as well as sunflower oil, groundnuts, fruit, tobacco, cotton and wheat. A forty-five minute drive from Gauteng, in the Province’s Bojanala Region, en route to premier wildlife destinations, travel past the 1 620 hectare Hartbeespoort Dam, cradled by mountains, supporting farm irrigation, which is also a great golfing getaway resort. Then travel onwards to glittering Sun City Resort for world-class live entertainment, fun in the Valley of Waves, golf on the Gary Player and Desert golf courses, and gaming. Stay over in luxury hotels including the magnificent Palace of the Lost City. The “Pilanesberg National Park Alkaline Ring Complex” was formed by volcanic eruptions some 1 200-million years ago. Pilanesberg Game Reserve is set on the eroded vestiges of one of the world’s three alkaline volcanic craters, that was proclaimed a reserve in 1979. The rugged “Bushveld” landscape, well-watered valleys and attractive dwelling sites have suited human settlement for thousands of years. The malaria-free, 55 000 hectare Park offers safari sightings from aardvark to zebra, leopard, lion, black and white rhino, buffalo and elephant. Springbok, brown hyaena, the red-eyed bulbul, and camel thorn trees usually found in arid areas, co-habitting with moist-area limited impala, black-eyed bulbul and Cape chestnut trees. Common species exist with endemic species such as the nocturnal brown hyena, the fleetfooted cheetah, the majestic sable, as well as giraffe, zebra, hippo and crocodile. Pre-sunrise and postsunset drives are not always possible owing to gate opening and closure times.

The Madikwe Game Reserve, situated against the Botswana border, 90 kilometres north of Zeerust, covers 75 000 hectare of bushland vegetation. Madikwe is home to 66 mammal species including the Big Five and 300 resident and migrant bird species as well as raptors. It is one of South Africa’s largest game reserves, and home to cheetah, wild dog, hyena, lion, elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo, zebra, giraffe and many antelope species. Bush walks, day or night game drives, accompanied by a qualified guide, bring every safari to life. Madikwe is run as a joint venture between the state, private sector and local communities living on the reserve borders. Taung, in the Bophirima Region, at “The Place of the Lion”, is named after chief Tau of the Bataung people who settled here in the 18th century. In 1924 Professor Dart discovered a fossilised child skull, an early hominid, naming it “Australopithecus africanus” or ‘southern ape of Africa’. Today, part of the UNESCO Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, this location displays a tribute monument. Find it along the 45 kilometres Taung Heritage Route. Nearby is an abandoned mine tunnel, open to visitors wanting to venture into the age-old limestone mountains. Get insight to our hominid forefathers. See natural wonders, such as a limestone waterfall, the Blue Pools, as well as a collection of natural rock basins, streams and caves in a lush river valley. Mining and agriculture are the Bophirima Region’s two principle economies, earning it the pseudonym the “Texas of South Africa”. The Cradle of Humankind lies mainly in Gauteng with extension in the North West Province, and covers 47 000 hectares. The site comprises a strip of a dozen dolomitic limestone caves containing the fossilised hominids and remains of ancient forms of animals, plants and most importantly, hominids. The dolomite in which the caves formed, started out as coral reefs

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The north west and "cradle" growing in a warm shallow sea about 2.3-billion years ago. In 1947 the almost complete adult female skull , ‘Mrs Ples’, aged between 2.8- and 2.6-million years old, was found in the Sterkfontein Caves. This, the world’s richest hominid site has revealed some 500 specimens, as well as fossil fauna, wood and stone tools. Mahikeng is the commercial and administrative centre and major hub of the Central Region. Bordering the Free State in the south and Gauteng to the west, between Potchefstroom and Klerksdorp, the Southern Region generates more than 83 per cent of for the Province’s revenue. In the North West also visit The De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Trust facility on Ann van Dyk’s 65 hectare farm. It has gained international recognition for bringing the cheetah back from the brink of extinction. Since inception, some 500 cheetahs have been raised and re-settled in game reserves throughout Southern Africa. Other rare and endangered animal species have also been included in their conservation programmes, including wild dog, brown hyaena, serval, suni antelope, blue and red duiker, riverine rabbit and vultures. Get some insight of traditional South African culture at the Lesedi Cultural Village, near Broederstroom and Lanseria. Experience five traditional dwellings, each representing a different South African culture: the Pedi, Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Ndebele. Get an understanding of the different cultures. Be welcomed overnight by a homestead's host family, also your personal guide during your stay. Traditional singing and dancing sessions are performed in the boma. The Nyama Choma restaurant offers a Pan African style Buffet. Join a cave tour into The Wonder Cave. This enormous, beautiful drip stone cave chamber, believed to be 2.2-million years old, is located 2.5 kilometres from Kromdraai.

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The cape's west and southern coastal regions Have you seen the spring flower spectacle? The spring flower spectacle transforms the regions’ landscape from the semi-desert Northern Cape, through Namaqualand into the southern Cape. The diverse geology, rich marine life, cultural history, and unpretentious people have an enigmatic pull that draws people from across the globe. LOC ATION Johannesburg to Springbok 1 160 kilometres Cape Town to Richtersveld 850 kilometres

FLOWER S HOWS Vanrhynsdorp Succulent Show (August and September) Hopefield Fynbos Show (late August) Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show (end August) Caledon Wild Flower Show (early September) Duckitt Nurseries Orchid Show, Darling (mid September) Darling Wild Flower Show (mid September) Tulbagh Horse and Wild Flower Show (late September) Elim Wild Flower Festival (late September) Elgin Open Gardens (late October, early November) Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town (all year) Bredasdorp Flower Show, Western Cape (late August) Hermanus Wild Flower Show, Western Cape (late September) Contact Flower Hotline +27 (0)72 938 8186 www.capewestcoast.org www.capewestcoastpeninsula.co.za www.experiencenortherncape.com www.swartlandtourism.co.za www.capenature.co.za www.capetown.travel www.overberg.co.za www.gardenroutetourism.co.za www.visitgardenrouteandkleinkaroo.com www.southafrica.net

During this flower season, from July through to September, the flowers follow the sun as it crosses the sky, and are best viewed positioning yourself back to the sun, or you will miss the show. The world heritage site, Richtersveld, offers amazing scenery in a desert environment, with a remoteness that stills the soul. Set in a great loop of the Orange River, the deep canyons and jagged mountains, unusual rock colours, the rare kokerboom or quiver tree, the strange halfmens tree, unique succulents and isolation make for a lifetime experience. Visit Nieuwoudtville, the bulb capital of the world. The Quiver Tree Forest at Gannabos, where trees grow to 400 years old and have produced vivid yellow flowers for many thousands of years. Vanrhynsdorp is home to Kokerboom, the biggest succulent nursery in the world. Once over the awe inspiring Van Rhyns Pass, visit flower reserves and farms to see amazing floral carpets.

The Biedouw Valley and Clanwilliam are home to Protea sugarbush, cone bush, pincushion, spiderhead and endemic snow Protea, where you can spot leopard, black eagle, rock kestrel and jackal buzzards. Citrusdal, on the Olifants River is famous for its citrus orchards. View fossils that are approximately five-million years old and see where Eve’s 117 000 year old footprint was found in the West Coast National Park and its Postberg flowers, wildlife and birds. The West Coast is an agricultural node due to its rural nature. It is the oldest wheat growing area in South Africa. Coastal and marine conservation and fishing, livestock, harvesting grapes and deciduous fruit, potatoes, olives and Rooibos tea farming, and all contribute to the local sustainability. There four botanical zones, the renosterveld, sandveld, reed veld and vlei areas. As you travel onward through the Overberg and De Hoop Nature Reserve, and all the way up the Garden Route, the spring is filled with blooming indigenous flora. Approximately 80 per cent of scarce and threatened natural habitat in South Africa is located on land that is not formally protected. Cape Nature ensures the conservation of threatened habitat through partnerships with landowners to manage the endangered ecosystems.

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Did you know about the Khoi-San? The term ‘Khoisan’ includes both the Khoikhoi and the San or ‘Bushmen’. These people lived throughout Southern Africa for thousands of years, leaving a remarkable legacy of art and culture. Ancient history is displayed on the walls of caves in the regions the San people occupied. Many of these caves are located in the Cederberg, Nardouwsberg, Koue Bokkeveld and Olifants River Valley. The pigments used in their paintings were a range of red and yellow oxides, manganese dioxide used for black, and compounds of calcium or magnesium for white. To produce paint, the pigments were mixed with a binding agent such as egg white, plant sap, urine or blood. Paint was applied using feathers, sticks or fingers depicting hunting or gathering processions, therianthropes (half-animal half-human figures) and Shamanistic entoptic shapes. Every day we pay tribute to the Khoi-San language in both English and Afrikaans. Some commonly used Khoisan names for geographical places include OuteniQua, Karoo, Gamka, Namaqualand and Keiskamma. Names of animals include gogga, koedoe, kwagga, geitjie. Plant names include boegoe, dagga, koekemakranka, karree and names of things include karos and kierie. Some adorable words are abba, kamma, eina and aitsa.

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retosa Imagine falling asleep to the sounds of the bush, the roar of the hungry lion, and the high-pitched giggle of a hyena echoing in your ears. Spend days relaxing by the azure blue waters of a tropical island paradise. Why not explore the hustle and bustle of a traditional market where cultures long gone live on in the customs of today. Whether your interests lie in adventure, animals, culture or cuisine, the Southern African region, with its varied tapestry of landscapes has something for every traveller. CONTAC T Tel: +27 (0)11 315 2420 www.retosa.co.za

The Regional Tourism Organisation of Southern Africa (RETOSA) is a Southern African Development Community (SADC) body responsible for tourism growth and development. In part, the aims of RETOSA are to increase tourist arrivals to the region through sustainable development initiatives, improved regional competitiveness, and effective destination marketing. RETOSA Member States are Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique,

Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The organisation works together with Member Statesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tourism Ministries, Tourism Boards and private sector partners. All countries have golf clubs, resorts and estates with over 500 golf courses for players. Trans-boundary ecosystems are some of the most important shared resources among SADC Member States. They are at the interface of regional integration and require cooperation among Member States in their management in order to ensure their sustainability and to benefit local communities. There are 18 Transfrontier Conservation Areas that cut across the major eco-regions of the SADC Member States, aimed at preserving wildlife corridors and promoting sustainable management of natural resources and biodiversity. These important ecosystems in the region cover an area of around 500 000 kilometresÂ˛ and are in different development phases.

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ANGOLA The capital city Luanda is one of the major attractions of this fascinating land. Located in a bay, it is the main port and presents superb beaches and islands with musical names like Mussulo, Ilha de Luanda and Palmeirinhas. Here, you have a choice of water sports, nightclubs or cinemas, or you could visit the historical fortress or the Museums of Anthropology and Slavery. Places to see: Luanda and Luanda’s beaches: Ilha do Cabo, Mussulo, Palmeirinhas, Corimba and Santiago. Lubango and the Leba Pass, Kissama National Park, Iona National Park.

Capital: Luanda. Main languages: Portuguese, several local dialects. Size: 1,246,700 km2. Economy: Oil exports, diamond, gas, and iron ore mining. Currency: Kwanza. Climate: Tropical in the north, drier plateau in the centre and arid in the south. Average coastal summer temperature 21 °C, 16 °C in winter.

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO With five Unesco biospheres, whole ecosystems of teeming wildlife and huge untapped mineral capacity, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s potential is breathtaking. Places to see: Kinshasa, Congo River by boat, Lake Kivu and Lake Tanganyika, Kahuzi-Biega National Park. Inga Falls is a series of rapids, where the Congo River drops a staggering 96 metres over a 15 kilometre course.

Capital: Kinshasa. Main languages: French, Lingala, Kikongo, Swahili, Tshiluba. Size: 2 345 409 km2. Economy: The biggest producer of cobalt ore in the world, and a major producer of copper and industrial diamonds. Currency: Congo Franc. Climate: Hot and humid.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase TANZANIA KARIBU. Welcome to Tanzania. Places to see: Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, at 4 600 metres, towers above the African plains. The Maasia Mara is home to the Maasai. More than almost any other destination, Tanzania is the land of safaris. One of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles include thousands of wildebeest and zebra stampeding across the Serengeti Plains during their annual migration. At the entrance to the Serengeti

Capitals: Dodoma (political), Dar es Salaam (administrative and commercial). Main languages: Swahili, English. Size: 945 203 km2. Economy: Agriculture, with mining, tourism the largest sectors. Currency: Tanzanian Shilling. Climate: Tropical. Summer 20°C, winters to 10°C.

find the Nongorogoro Crater, the world’s largest crater. Hundreds of hippos jostle for space in the wild Katavi National Park. Massive elephant herds grace the Tarangire National Park. Chimpanzees swing through the treetops in the Mahale Mountains. When visiting Zanzibar, close to historic Stonetown, make the Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, your destination of choice. Enjoy a round of golf on the new Matkovich designed golf course. Relax on powdery white sand beaches with vistas over the turquoise sea. Sail on a wooden dhow, watch sea turtles nesting, dive over spectacular coral reefs and swim amongst shoals fish.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase MALAWI "The Warm Heart of Africa" offers a legendary welcome to all who wish to experience the unrivalled combination of beautiful people, lake, landscape and wildlife in one of Africa’s most beautiful countries.

Capital: Lilongwe. Main languages: English, Chichewa Size: 118 484 km2. Economy: Agriculture (tobacco, tea, sugar, cotton and coffee) produces 90% of export revenues. Currency: Malawi Kwacha. Climate: Summer 30°C+, winter 16°C.

Places to see: Lake Malawi National Park, Chongoni Rock Art Area, Mulanje Mountain, Liwonde Nyika and Kasungu National Parks, Lengwe, Majete and Nkhotakota Game Reserves.

SEYCHELLES The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands and is best described as paradise on earth. This spectacular necklace of 41 granite and 74 coral islands in the Indian Ocean is a land of perpetual summer, and renowned for some of the best beaches in the world. Capital: Victoria. Main languages: French, Creole, English. Size: 459 km2. Economy: Fish, sea and marine resources, tourism. Currency: Rupee. Climate: Tropical, 28°–32°C.

Places to see: All islands including Praslin Island Vallée de Mai, UNESCO World Heritage Site Aldabra Atoll Cousin Island – Special Reserve Farquhar Atoll Assumption Island Cosmoledo Atoll.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase MAURITIUS Mauritius will enchant you, will uplift your soul, and make you feel that you belong to the chosen few … the island, set in its turquoise sea, is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Places to see: Beaches and water sport facilities are found everywhere. The Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis is the hub where the world meets. Play golf at the first golf club, Gymkhana Golf Club where golf is practiced since 1902. Visit Le Morne Brabant and learn about the origins of its name. Mauritius subsequently abolished slavery.

In the “Black River Gorges” National Park – visit one of the rarest forests in the world. Find 311 endemic flowering plant species and nine native bird species. Chamarel Waterfall is the highest in Mauritius at 100 metres. Climb the stairs to the viewing platform for breathtaking views. ‘Seven Coloured Earth’, are sand dunes of different distinct colours including reds, browns and purples, created by volcanic rocks cooling at different temperatures.

Capital: Port Louis. Main languages: English, French, Mauritian Creole. Size: 2 040 km2. Economy: Tourism, agricultural, industrial, and financial. Currency: Mauritian Rupee. Climate: Tropical, warm, dry winters, humid summers. Possibility of cyclones.

MADAGASCAR Madagascar is like no other place on earth. One hundred and 65-million years ago, during the breakup of the prehistoric super-continent, the island of Madagascar was isolated, allowing fauna and flora to evolve. The country is home to the second highest number of primate species worldwide and is responsible for 21 per cent of all primate genera and 36 per cent of all primate families, including the endangered and endemic Lemur. Places to see: Antananarivo, Avenue du Baobab at Morondava, Reserve Speciale de L’a Narana, snorkelling at Ifaty, Mangily and Madio Rano. Manda Fort, Mahavelona (commonly called Foulpointe), is a town in the district of Toamasina II, in the region of Atsinanana, on the northern part of the east coast of Madagascar.

Capital: Antananarivo. Main languages: French, Malagasy, English. Size: 587 041 km2. Economy: Fishing and forestry, and it the world’s biggest vanilla producer. Currency: Malagasy Ariary. Climate: Summer temps 20°C, winter 15°C.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase MOZAMBIQUE Mozambique is fast becoming a premier holiday destination. The country’s natural beauty, exquisite beaches, islands, thriving wildlife and historic heritage makes it one of the gems of the African continent. Places to see: Maputo, formerly named Lourenço Marques offers many historical, cultural and scenic highlights. On the northern coastline find Pemba, the gateway to the romantic Quirimbas Archipelago and the Niassa National Reserve.

Capital: Maputo. Main languages: Portuguese, Swahili. Size: 801,590 km2. Economy: Tourism, agriculture. Maputo’s harbour is a high volume port for Southern Africa. Currency: New Metical. Climate: Tropical, summer temperatures + 30°C, winter temperatures 25°C.

The Bazaruto Archipelago 35 kilometres off the mainland near Vilankulo and forms the largest Indian Ocean reserve, the Bazaruto Marine Park. The six islands, Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Banque, Santa Carolina and Shell, are accessible by boat or small aircraft. Water sports include snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing and water-skiing. Small antelope roam the islands, see fresh-water crocodiles, samango monkeys, over 240 bird species and the ocean is alive with whales, dolphins, manta rays and turtle. Some 100 dugongs survive here. The Quirimbas Islands lie off north eastern Mozambique, close to Pemba, the capital of the province of Cabo Delgado. Private islands, dazzling beaches and untouched

reefs: a Quirimbas island holiday is as good as it gets, including Medjumbe Private Island and Mogundula Island where you can stay at Ibo Island Lodge, which is one of the finest historic marine properties. Ilha de Mozambique, a Unesco World Heritage Site, has unmatched historical heritage. It was a major base for the Arab traders long before Portuguese colonisation, and was Mozambique’s capital for nearly four centuries. Ilha is a magical mix of old Portuguese and ancient Muslim architecture. Fascinating places to visit – the museum in the Palacio do Governo and the fort, which contains the Church of Nossa Senhora Baluarte, almost certainly the oldest surviving European building in the southern hemisphere, dating back to 1522. The Gorongosa National Park stretches along the southern edge of the Great Rift Valley 80 kilometres from Beira, with savannah grasslands, woodlands and rainforests. Game drives are run twice daily and hikes are led to the impressive 1 800 metre high Mount Gorongosa. Wildlife is prolific. More than 200 bird species having been identified, including the rare green-headed oriole.

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ibo island lodge

LOCAT I ON Ibo Island, Quirimbas Islands 71 km from mainland, Pemba city S 12° 20.8' E 40° 36.14'

Ibo Island Lodge is situated in the Quirimbas Archipelago. Steeped in history, rich in culture and nominated as a potential World Heritage Site. The island history dates back to the early 1600’s and this makes it one of the oldest settlements in Mozambique. The lodge overlooks the bay where you can watch traditional dhows sail out to sea on each high tide. The lodge is made up of three original and beautifully restored mansions, each over 100 years old. The 14 rooms are individually designed, and the old charm has been maintained with high lofty

ceilings and locally hand-crafted furniture. There are three swimming pools, tropical gardens and everyone’s favourite spot, the roof terrace restaurant and bar. Sip cocktails while watching magnificent sunset views over the bay, eat dinner under the stars. The waters surrounding Ibo Island host some of the most beautiful uninhabited islands, and beaches in the Archipelago. The sand-bank beach that guests boat out to each day is truly stunning, and offers a totally unique beach experience.

Ibo Island Lodge offers a number of included activities, such as historical and cultural island tours, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins and unguided kayaking. Other activities available at the lodge include scuba diving and dhow safaris throughout the Archipelago. One of the biggest highlights for any guest, is to swim with the resident dolphin pods in the crystal clear waters surrounding the island. Daily excursions can be arranged and a sighting is almost guaranteed!

ACCOMMODAT I ON Mansions: Bella Vista, Niassa and Paradiso 14 Luxury en-suite rooms FACI LI T I ES Lounges in all mansions Roof terrace restaurant Three swimming pools Ibo Massage and treatments EXP ERI ENCES Dolphins encounters Sand bank beach Sightseeing Ibo historical and today Ibo Island pre-school project Sunset cruises, night walks Mobile island hopping Dhow Safaris Sea kayaking, scuba diving Nature and birding walks Fishing, snorkelling CONTAC T Reservations: +27(21) 785 5498 enquiries@iboisland.com www.iboisland.com Ibo Island Lodge @iboisland

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase ZIMBABWE Be enchanted by friendly smiles, natural wonders, wildlife, ancient history and adventure. Places to see: Harare, located on the country’s central plateaux in the heart of historic Mashonaland, has a metropolitan population of 2.8-million. It is Zimbabwe’s leading financial, commercial, and communications centre. Zimbabwe's key exports include coal, asbestos, copper, nickel, gold, platinum, iron ore, as well as tobacco, maize, cotton and citrus fruits.

Capital: Harare. Main languages: Shona, Ndebele, English. Size: 390 757 km2. Economy: Mining, agriculture and tourism are the biggest contributors. Currency: Zimbabwe Dollar. Climate: Moderate. Wet from November to May. Summer temps of 21 °C, winter 14 °C.

Matobo Hills an UNESCO World Heritage Site is situated 45 kilometres from Bulawayo. It was named by King Mzilikazi and when translated, means Bald Heads. He was buried here. When the explorer Cecil John Rhodes died, the settlers buried his heart here and sent his body back to England. For the local community the ‘Hills are also sacred places for traditional activities. Khami Ruins became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 and is a national monument, located 22 kilometres west of Bulawayo. It was once the capital of the Kingdom of Butua of the Torwa dynasty. Victoria Falls, "Mosi o Tunya" the smoke that thunders, is the largest falls, based on its width, 1 708 metres and

height 108 metres, making these 'Falls not the highest nor widest falls, but the world’s largest sheet of falling water. Within a short drive is the Hwange National Park, supporting one of the world’s largest elephant populations. In the east, bordering Mozambique, visit the Eastern Highlands, that combine the rolling countryside and tea plantations of the Nyanga range; the granite peaks of the Chimanimani Mountains, and the green meadows and the coffee plantations of the Bvumba range. The extraordinary, world rated Chinhoyi Caves are located between Harare and Kariba. From the Sleeping Pool caves, a network of caverns and tunnels are interlinked, including Wonder Hole, and the Blind and Dark Caves. Great Zimbabwe in the country’s southeastern hills near Lake Mutirikwe and the town of Masvingo, are the legendary ruins of the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe (Late Iron Age) comprising The Hill Complex, the Valley Ruins and the Great Enclosure. If you have time, include Mana Pools and remote Chizarira, or Gonarezhou and Matusadona National Parks.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase ZAMBIA Zambia is home to the Victoria Falls, many other magnificent waterfalls, spectacular wildlife, superb safaris, great adventures, rich culture and friendly people. Places to see: Lusaka is the geographic, commercial, capital and metaphorical heart of the country. It is Zambia’s largest city covering 360 kilometres², and is located on the southern part of the central plateau. The city’s genuine African feel, cosmopolitan populace, quality restaurants and accommodation offer insights to the city before ‘venturing on your safari’. Lake Kariba is Africa’s largest man made dam, 226 kilometres long and in places up to 40 kilometres wide. It provides considerable electric power to both Zambia and Zimbabwe and supports a thriving commercial fishing industry. Spectacular views, stunning sunsets, great ‘Tiger’ fishing, boating and safari opportunities, water sports, house boat holidays and ferries, await

you. Columns of Victoria Falls spray can be seen from miles away at the height of the rainy season, as more than 500-million cubic metres of water per minute plummet over the edge. Kafue National Park, one of the largest in Africa, covers an area of circa 22 400 kilometres². This Park is only a two hour drive from Livingstone. Largely unexplored with vast tracts of its virgin bush still untouched, this park holds a fantastic diversity of wildlife for the visitor. South Luangwa National Park, the unspoilt birthplace of the original walking safari, is an undiscovered destination. South Luangwa is home to spectacular safaris with over 60 animal- and 400 birds species to sight. The Lower Zambezi National Park lies on the north bank of the Zambezi River in south eastern Zambia, ringed by a much larger game management area (commonly referred to as GMA). There are no fences between the Park and the GMA. There are no tarred roads. Visitors get there either by boat on the Zambezi River or fly-in by light aircraft charter from Livingstone or Lusaka.

Capital: Lusaka. Main languages: English, Chinyanja and 72 local dialects. Size: 752 618 km2. Economy: Copper mining, agriculture and tourism. Currency: Zambia Kwacha. Climate: Tropical, rainy season November to April. Average temperatures +20 °C.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase BOTSWANA When you fly-in for a safari or journey overland in Botswana, visiting remote camps, swamps, pans or desert, you will wish time could stand still. Botswana has just over two-million inhabitants, with only four persons per kilometre², is similar in size to France. The capital, Gaborone is the commercial hub, whilst Maun and Kasane are your gateways for close up African wildlife encounters. Your hosts and the local ranger-guides’ knowledge will assure you leave packed with memories.

Capital: Gaborone. Main languages: English, Setswana. Size: 581 730 km2. Economy: Diamond mining contributes 45% of the gross national income, while tourism is fast-growing. Currency: Pula. Climate: Semi-arid, hot and dry with summer rainfall.

Places to see: The Okavango Delta, shaped like a fan, is the world’s largest intact inland delta situated deep within the Kalahari Basin. Filled with heart-stopping excitement of big game viewing, the supreme tranquillity and the serenity of an untouched delta provides extraordinary experiences. Moremi Game Reserve is the richest and most diverse ecosystem on the continent. Herbivore and carnivore species and over 400 bird species, many migratory and some endangered, makes exploring Moremi’s many loops and trails delightfully inspiring.

The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is the second largest wildlife reserve in the world. Tswalu Reserve and Phofu Eco-Safari Lodge are prefect gateways to this region. One of Africa’s most beautiful rivers, the Chobe River supports a diversity and concentration of wildlife and is famous for its large herds of elephant and Cape Buffalo. One of the greatest mysteries is the Savuté Channel itself. Over the past 100 years it has inexplicably dried up and recommenced its flow several times. For this reason there are numerous dead trees lining the channel. Largely uninhabited by humans, the Makgadikgadi, with its stark, flat, featureless terrain stretches seemingly to eternity, forming a series of pans. At Sowa and Nata Sanctuaries when there is water, thousands of flamingos, pelicans, ducks and geese congregate providing an overwhelming spectacle. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is run as a single ecological unit. The terrain comprises fossil river valleys dotted with dwarfed trees and bushes, grasslands and different coloured sand dunes. Wildlife is abundant, and the animals are attracted to waterholes along the periodically dry riverbeds.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase NAMIBIA The striking diversity of cultures,wild seascapes, rugged mountains, still deserts, stunning wildlife and colonial cities and star spangled night skies make an unforgettable Namibia holiday. Places to see: Windhoek, the capital, is the heart and commercial nerve centre.

Capital: Windhoek. Main languages: German, English, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo. Size: 825 615 km2. Economy: Mining, tourism, agriculture, fishery. Currency: Namibian dollar. Climate: The driest in Africa. Average summer temperatures 30°C, 20°C in winter.

The Kunene region's Etosha National Park, is the largest savannah and thorn scrub conservation area in Africa. Renowned for spectacular mammal, bird and reptile wildlife the Park spans 22 270 kilometres, including the Etosha Pan, which provides a great, parched, silver-white backdrop of shimmering mirages. After rains the pan contains water, sometimes for only a few days a year, alluring thousands of flamingos. Swakopmund’s palm-lined streets, the seaside promenade, the architecture, fine accommodation and adventure activities are worth the visit. There are quaint restaurants, cafes, art galleries, museums, a snake park and aquarium to explore. It is the gateway to the Skeleton Coast. Visit the Cape Cross Seal Colony. The Welwitschia drive reveals some of the Namib’s fauna and flora. Search for the unique Desert Rose which requires precipitation for growth. Whether rain or fog, it must always be less than the evaporation. If this is exceeded, the surplus moisture dissolves the gypsum accumulations and no

crystals form. The desert roses will subsequently wilt and die back to a shapeless jumble of chemicals in the sand. Sandboard some of the world’s highest dunes. The Swakopmund Salt Works and Walvis Bay Lagoon, in season, are frequented by thousands of flamingos. If silence could roar, you will be surprised to hear its endless quietness touch the core of your soul. The Namib Desert, the world’s oldest and largest desert, includes Africa’s largest game park, the Namib Naukluft National Park. Sossusvlei, a salt and clay pan, hosts red sand. Dunes, reaching almost 300 metres above the desert floor. Despite the harsh conditions you will find a wide variety of plants and animals, adapted to survive. In some years Sossusvlei fills with water creating a momentary oasis. At Naravlei countless cucumber-like melons grow around the edge of the pan, and over 800 year old dead camelthorn trees dot the stark landscape. The Fish River Canyon is Africa’s largest canyon, was formed about 500-million years ago. At 160 kilometres long, up to 27 kilometres wide and in places almost 550 metres deep, it was created by water erosion, and the collapse of the valley bottom due to movements in the earth’s crust. Ai-Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, is one of the most species-rich arid regions, covering 6 045 kilometres.

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SOUTHERN AFRICAN showcase

LESOTHO This rugged country, with its majestic beauty and serene simplicity, is described as the “Mountain Kingdom” or the “Kingdom in the Sky”. Places to see: Maseru, Thaba Bosiu, Sehlabathebe National Park, Katse Dam in the Malibamatso Valley, Thabana Ntlenyana and Maletsunyane Waterfall.

Capital: Maseru. Main languages: Sesotho, English. Size: 30 355 km2. Economy: Multi-sectoral light industries. Sells water to South Africa. Currency: Maloti. Climate: Summer temps + 32°C. Winter temps drop below freezing, snow common.

SWAZILAND Known as the ‘place of kings’, Swaziland is Africa’s smallest kingdom. It is a tranquil, mountainous country that has preserved its cultures and traditions in a unique blend of ancient and modern. Places to see: Ezulwini and Malkerns Valleys, Hlane Royal National Park, Mlawula and Malolotja Nature Reserves, Swazi cultural village in Mantenga Nature Reserve and King Sobhuza II Memorial Park.

Capital: Mbabane. Main languages: Siswati, English. Size: 17 364 km2. Economy: Agriculture, mostly sugar cane. Forestry and textile manufacturing. Currency: Lilangeni. Climate: Rainfall December–April. Summer lowveld temps reach 40°C, highveld temps in winter drop below 15°C.

"Golf is not just about scoring. It is a walk in the park, an experience for all the senses and hours of incomparable therapy." Peter Matkovich

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SOUTH AFRICAN GOLF ASSOCIATION South Africa is blessed with some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world, many of which have been designed by golfing greats both past and present. There are a multitude of golf courses throughout South Africa which offer the golfer a memorable golfing experience, many of which have first class accommodation establishments on or near the courses. This provides the golfer the best of both worlds – a golfing experience second to none and sought out by tourists from around the world. Whilst there are many well-known and superb Golf courses in South Africa there are some rural courses that sincerely deserve a visit. Here the golfer can enjoy the tranquillities of the country coupled with the visual delights of the full spectrum of wildlife on, or in the surrounds, of the course being played. Golf has a long proud tradition in South Africa and that history would not have been possible without the thousands of volunteers who have provided vast amounts of time and effort along the way. With the new structures under Golf RSA, we will, for the first time, amalgamate the South African Golf Association (SAGA), Women's Golf South Africa (WGSA) and the South African Disabled Golf Association (SADGA) with the purpose of combining resources and strengths to further amateur golf. There is no doubt that golf in this country will continue to rely on the generosity and kindness of those who unselfishly provide their time and expertise on a voluntary basis. We are fortunate to have a wealth of experience and knowledge in South Africa and Golf RSA will be seeking to work together with all parties, pooling our resources and collaborating for the good of amateur golf in South Africa. Ultimately, the vision of Golf RSA is to be a ‘world class servant of amateur golf’. Golf RSA is proud and honoured to be associated with this publication and wish all readers a proudly South African golfing experience along with the other delights the book has to offer. We hope that our visitors will come back time and time again to enjoy the splendour of golfing in South Africa. Gerhard Conradie PRESIDENT South African Golf Association

Co n tac t Tel: +27 (0)11 781 3718 www.saga.co.za

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sunshine tour The Sunshine Tour is one of six founding professional golf tours that makes up the International Federation of PGA Tours. Based in South Africa, with several tournaments in neighbouring African states, the Sunshine Tour stages professional tournaments throughout the year. It’s flagship events include the venerable SA Open Championship, the Telkom PGA Championship and SA Masters, while it has five tournaments that are co-sanctioned with the PGA European Tour. The Sunshine Tour has been the starting point for many professionals who have gone on to dominate the world of professional golf and, since World War II, only the USA has produced more Major victories than South Africa. Led by such icons of the game as Gary Player, Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, the Sunshine Tour continues to produce world-beating professionals with the likes of Charl Schwartzel, Louis Oosthuizen and Branden Grace the latest to break through on the world stage. These seven co-sanctioned events include the Tour’s longest-serving sponsor’s Alfred Dunhill Championship, as well as newer events such as the Tshwane Open. Also included as a co-sanctioned event is the Nedbank Golf Challenge, which in 2013 featured an expanded field of 30 of the world’s leading professionals competing for a record prize fund of $6.5-million. New in 2015 was the first-ever tri-sanctioned event with the Asian and European Tours, the AfrAsia Mauritius Open which was played at Heritage Golf Club in Mauritius and will move to Four Seasons Anahita in 2016. Divided into a summer and winter “swing”, the Sunshine Tour stages tournaments year-round, with the bigger prize money events taking place in the summer months from October through March. During the winter months, smaller three-round events with an emphasis on Pro-Am participation take place, with many smaller centres around South Africa being visited. From 2012, these three-round events have been awarded Official World Ranking points, giving South African “stay-at-home” professionals opportunities to improve their world standing and contributing towards being able to qualify for Majors and World Golf Championship events. For visitors to South Africa, professional golf tournaments are easily accessed and boast a standard of play every bit as good as any of the major Tours around the world. Visit www.sunshinetour.com for a full year-round schedule

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GLENDOWER GOLF CLUB – HOST TO THE SA OPEN

LOCATION 20 Marais Road, Dowerglen, Edenvale, Johannesburg S 26° 09' 38.7" E 28° 08' 32.9" FAC ILITIES 18-hole championship golf course Halfway House Club House Terrace Practice facilities Rudy Whitfield Pro Shop Gavan Levenson Golf Academy CONTAC T +27 (0)11 453 1013 events@glendower.co.za www.glendower.co.za Glendower Golf Club @GlendowerGC

Glendower Golf Club is an exquisitely designed, highly ranked parkland golf course in Johannesburg. A challenging golf course set amidst gorgeous surroundings, Glendower Golf Club will test the world’s best golfers again in 2016 with the return of the South Africa Open Championship.

64. National amateur championships held at Glendower include the 1986 Women’s 72-Hole Teams Championship, 1987 SA Amateur and Stroke Play Championships, the 1993 SA Men’s Interprovincial and the SA Women’s Amateur Championship and more recently the 2015 SA Interprovincial Men’s Championship.

The world’s second oldest Open was first held at Glendower in 1989 and American Fred Wadsworth captured the coveted title. The 1992 Championship returned to Glendower and was won by Clinton Whitelaw and the 1997 championship by Fijan Vijah Singh. In 2013, Morten Orum Madsen lifted the trophy followed by Andy Sullivan the following year. It is safe to call Glendower the Home of the SA Open which is now a Sunshine and European Tour event.

The course boasts lovely Kikuyu fairways with 64 bunkers, 27 on the front nine and 37 on the back nine with water hazards on 11 of the 18 holes. Here accuracy is the key challenge. The golf course is a par-72. Glendower Golf Club offers brilliant practice facilities run by Master PGA Professional Gavan Levenson and his Elite Golf Academy.

With a proud history dating back to 1935, Glendower has held many flagship tournaments. In 1939 the club played host to its first major tournament, The Transvaal Open Championship. This, A.D. Bobby Locke won in a world record score of 265 shooting rounds of 66, 69, 66 and

Glendower’s Pro Shop is stocked with a range of quality products and PGA professional Rudy Whitfield and his trained assistants advise on golf equipment, apparel and accessories at competitive prices. For an unforgettable golfing challenge, make your way to Glendower Golf Club. Come and enjoy the ultimate Classic Golf Experience – timeless quality every time!

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royal johannesburg & kensington golf club – host to the joburg open

Without question, Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club is one of the most prestigious golf clubs in South Africa. In its almost 130 years of existence, it has hosted seven South African Opens and numerous other major tournaments. Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club is proud home to the biggest annual professional golf event in Africa, the Joburg Open. Inaugurated in 2007, today this event receives more than 10 000 spectators. In 2016 we will be celebrating 10 years of the Joburg

Open at Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club. The tournament is the only major golf event locally and internationally to be simultaneously played on two courses. More than 200 golfers compete for the 1.3-million Euro. The tournament is broadcast to 39 countries on five continents. The club's two courses are both highly ranked, with the East Course, consistently ranked as a top 10 course in the country. The West Course is the preferred course for many members due to its ease of playability for golfers of all abilities.

LOCAT I ON 1 Fairway Ave, Linksfield North, Gauteng S 26° 09' 22.35" E 28° 06' 28.36" THE COU RSES East Course: Total: 6 465 m, Par-72 West Course: Total: 6 255 m, Par-70 FACI LI T I ES Golf Clubhouse Function and event venues 14 – 17 January 2016 www.joburgopen.com CONTAC T Reception: +27 (0)11 640-3021 Pro shop: +27 (0)11 485-4899 www.royaljk.za.com

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GARY PLAYER COUNTRY CLUB – sun city

LOCATION Sun City Resort, 0316 Rustenburg, North West Province S 25° 20' 54.97" E 27° 5' 58.8" ACCOMMODATION Cabanas, Sun City Hotel, The Cascades, The Palace of the Lost City R ESTAUR ANTS AND BARS Various including fine dining, family restaurants, fast food outlets and themed bars FAC ILITIES Gary Player Golf Club Lost City Golf Course Water World Lake Parasailing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, tube rides Valley of Waves Water Park Beach and surfing Sun City Casino – slots and tables, MVG Salon Privé and VIP gaming Tennis, squash AC TIVITIES The Maze of the Lost City Animal World, Kids’ entertainment, Game drives in Pilanesberg MEETINGS and CONF E R E NCES Venues – 30 to 1 200 guests The Superbowl holds 6 000 people contact Golf lessons and course booking +27 (0)14 557 3453/6 www.suninternational.com/sun-city/ activities/golf www.suninternational.com/sun-city +27 (0)14 557 1000 SunCityResortSA

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+27 11 780 7800/7810

Opened in 1979, the golf course at the Gary Player Country Club, designed by golfing legend Gary Player, is an 18-hole, par-72 walking course, with Kikuyu fairways and bent grass greens. Located in front of the Sun City Hotel and Cascades Hotel, offering a near perfect playing surface, it is the first South African course constructed to stringent USGA specifications. The layout from the championship tees makes it one of the longest courses in the world, at over 7 000 metres. This is South Africa’s premier championship test of golf and compares with the best in the world. It is a social hub for players and spectators alike. The restaurant overlooks the rolling greens. The pro shop is well stocked. There is a modern gym and luxurious spa. A five kilometre running tail stretches alongside the course.

Race to Dubai and the Sunshine Tour Order of Merit. The Lost City Golf Course, opened in 1993 is also designed by Gary Player. This impressive 6 983 metre off the back tees, 18-hole, par-72 cart course is located beyond The Palace at the Lost City. Fairways are Kikuyu grass, and the greens are bent grass. The course covers more than 100 hectares with various themes, from desert to mountains and parkland. It incorporates 28 000 metre² of water features. Crocodiles can be seen on the 13th hole where the green, shaped to resemble the African continent is protected by nine bunkers. The course has a state-of-the-art clubhouse with a restaurant and pro shop, a driving range and putting green completing the offering.

The home of the Nedbank Golf Challenge since 1981, Gary Player Golf Club has hosted some of the biggest names in golf. Competing players have the added attraction that the Nedbank Golf Challenge counts towards Official World Golf Rankings, as well as Ryder Cup points, and earnings on both the European Tour Over more than three decades, Sun International has built on its resort success and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange since 1984. Presence in Southern Africa, in five neighbouring countries, a property in Nigeria, and a growing footprint in the Latin America region includes the iconic hotels, The Royal Livingstone Hotel at Victoria Falls, Zambia; The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City, North West Province and The Table Bay Hotel, V&A Waterfront Cape Town. Resort casinos include Grand West Casino, Western Cape; Sun City, North West Province; Sibaya, Kwa-Zulu Natal; Boardwalk, Eastern Cape and Carnival City, Gauteng.

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lukimbi safari lodge

LOCAT I ON S25 Kruger National Park S 25° 21' 55.1'' E 031° 40' 59.9''

Combine your journey with golf and a safari. Lukimbi is situated in the game rich, southern section of the Kruger National Park, built along the Lwakahle River, a favourite drinking place for elephant and buffalo. Lukimbi is home to both white and black rhino. Lukimbi is an exclusive, prime game and wilderness, on a 15 000 hectare private concession. Raised walkways provide guests with clear and easy access to the 16 spacious suites, combining luxury and modern African décor. Every suite has a private deck with river views. The Giant Eagle Owl and King Cheetah suites each include their own private pool and second bathroom. Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a photographers’ delight, both inside the surrounds of the lodge itself and out in the beckoning bush. Join daily, morning and other game drives in open Land Rovers, with informative Ranger-guides. Alternatively, guests can enjoy guided walks or relax in the magnificent lodge.

Walking safaris can be booked during the winter months, May to September.

Nearest airport: Nelspruit/ Mpumalanga Nearest town: Malelane

For the business travellers’ there is a fully equipped conference facilities and a business centre available. There is also a library, swimming pool, gym and curio shop. The private chapel is perfect for ‘on safari’ weddings. For golfers, on request, Lukimbi will arrange golf at the nearby prestigious, Gary Player designed, Leopard Creek Country Club. A forty-five minute transfer from Lukimbi, through the Kruger, has you playing at the Dunhill Championship venue. Children from two to 12 years have supervised entertainment, education and wildlife experiences. Baby sitters can be requested. Guests are encouraged to wander through and discuss the exhibits with Rangers in their office’s and small museum. Feel Africa, visit Lukimbi.

ACCOMMODATION 14 classic suites Two premier suites FACILITIES Dining – restaurant, pool deck, boma or bush Bar ACTIVITIES Golf at Leopard Creek Country Club Swimming Gym Library Curio Shop Chapel Conference and business facilities CONTACT +27 (0) 11 792 6165 lodge@lukimbi.com www.lukimbi.com Lukimbi Safari Lodge @Lukimbi

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fairview HOTEL AND VILLAGE

LOCATION Old Gravelotte Road, R 71 Tzaneen, Limpopo S 23° 32' 24" E 30° 18' 44" AC COMMODAT I O N Luxurious suites with Spa and Rasul facilities, self-catering, family units FACILITIES The Le’Thaba a la Carte Restaurant The Fairview Patio Bar, Wine Bar Swimming Pool, River Lapa Fly-fishing, birding Hiking, mountain biking EVENTS Conferences and functions Weddings, garden chapel AT TR AC TIONS Kruger National Park Moholoholo Wildlife sanctuary Kapama Cheetah breeding project Modjadji Cycad Forest Debengeni Waterfalls Magoebaskloof hiking trails GOLF Golf course, 18-hole, par-3 Practice green, golf shop, golf carts

Nearby Tzaneen Driving Range and Golf Course Hans Merensky Country Club CONTAC T +27 (0)15 307 2679 reservations@fairviewtzaneen.co.za www.fairviewtzaneen.co.za

The Fairview Hotel and Village with its Fairview Golf Course is situated on the outskirts of Tzaneen. This well established property offers 4- and 5-star luxury accommodation, including 5-star graded executive suites, family suites and self-catering units. The Fairview Golf Course follows along three kilometres of the beautiful Letaba River. The lush riverine environment offers an abundance of fauna and flora for golfers to enjoy. The river, cheeky pot bunkers, water features, three dams and the uneven terrain assures the player of a most challenging game. Fairways are planted with golf green grass and the greens are planted with super-dwarf paspalum grass, indigenous to the area, and looks excellent year round. The course was originally designed and laid out by PGA Pro and former coach to Retief Goosen, Ray Earl. On three holes structural improvements will be completed in the first half of 2016. Originally a combined golf project between Fairview and the Goose Academy, today it supports golf development for local youth. Free weekly golf lessons are offered to interested youngsters. Golfers can enjoy light meals and other refreshments

from the Le’Thaba Restaurant. Fine wines and spirits are available from the Cocktail and Wine bar. The Fairview Golf Course is an ideal venue to host small functions and corporate golf days. Tailor-made packages can be arranged to suit every client’s needs for up to 800 guests. The Limpopo Ballroom seats 300. Romantic weddings at the Fairview Hotel and in the garden chapel, gives the opportunity to make vows in beautiful, tropical surroundings. The Zen Spa and Rasul provides you with a spa experience of total relaxation, and guarantees that your body and essence will be restored and rebalanced in every way. Golfers can also make use of the Tzaneen Driving Range, and play at nearby golf courses such as the Tzaneen Golf Course, Orangedene Golf Course and the Hans Merensky Golf Course. Being a very popular tourist destination en route to the world renown Kruger National Park, Tzaneen is also well known for its wonderful climate throughout the year, breath-taking scenery, and the abundance of beautiful plants, trees, Cycads, small wildlife, bird species and historical treasures.

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Cathedral Peak Hotel

LOC ATION R 394 Cathedral Peak KwaZulu-Natal, Drakensberg S 28° 56' 51.8'' E 029° 12' 24.9'' ACCOMMODATION Standard thatched rooms Standard rooms Standard inter-leading rooms Superior rooms Honeymoon/Executive Suites Mponjwane Presidential Suite FACILITIES Spacious dining room Children’s dining room Elegant Lounge, Harry's Bar, Albert's Cocktail Bar Thatched boma Golf course 9-hole, 18-tees Two heated pools, one unheated pool, tennis, squash, bowls, badminton, floodlit mini-adventure golf, 10 metre climbing tower, beach volleyball court, gym, darts, table tennis, big screen TV Horse riding, trout fishing, outdoor chess , quad and mountain bike trails, bird watching, free daily guided walks

Discover a paradise of fresh mountain air and exquisite surroundings. Cathedral Peak Hotel is renowned for its natural beauty and the award-winning 4-star hotel is one of South Africa's firm favourites. From its cosy setting in a quiet valley, visitors look out onto a jagged ridge of mountains known as the Cathedral Spur; the escarpment looms above the hotel to the south and west. For three generations, the van der Riet family has offered guests hospitality, quality and value for money. The lure of the great outdoors combined with the Hotel's many facilities brings families back for holidays, time and again.

Chapel, wedding venue Conference Centre Scenic helicopter flights CONTAC T Tel: 036 488 1888 info@cathedralpeak.co.za www.cathedralpeak.co.za Cathedral Peak Hotel @CathedralPeakH

Cathedral Peak Hotel offers a wide variety of accommodation. All hotel rooms provide tea/coffee making facilities, heaters, fans, telephones, televisions and en-suite bathrooms with both bath and shower. Hotel guests can enjoy a host of sports activities, including heated splash and paddling pools, swimming pool, tennis, squash, horse and pony rides, trout fishing, bowls, floodlit mini-adventure golf, volleyball, archery, quad bikes, mountain bike trails, and the gym with steam room. The challenging 9-hole golf course has a fully equipped clubhouse with panoramic views. This picturesque

“Thinking Golfer’s Course” has alternate tees for an 18hole game. Helicopter sightseeing tours and transfers are available by arrangement. The history of the San people lives on in the well-preserved Bushman paintings found in the nearby foothills. Doreen Falls is picturesque in its natural beauty, while the Rainbow Gorge features a spectacular mist of water droplets which creates a colourful rainbow effect – and offers cooling refreshment to passers-by! An exclusive conference facility offers multi-variable seating for up to 200 delegates in a choice of six venues. The charming stone Chapel with its magnificent view is the perfect setting for a memorable wedding. Just 250 kilometres from Durban and 400 kilometres from Johannesburg, the famous Cathedral Peak Hotel is easily accessible to its many visitors from all over South Africa and abroad. Whether your aim is a relaxed family holiday or a romantic mountain getaway, the hospitable staff and management look forward to welcoming all guests to an unforgettable Drakensberg experience.

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PRINCE’S GRANT

LOCAT I ON 1 Babu Bodasing Avenue Kwadukuza (Stanger) North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal S 29° 20' 21.66" E 31° 22' 29.07"

Prince’s Grant is arguably one of Kwazulu-Natal’s best and most complete holiday destinations. A coastal resort with an array of facilities including: • a two kilometre stretch of unspoilt beaches form the eastern boundary of the Estate • a “birders paradise” with a large estuary and lagoon/river forming the southern boundary of the estate providing great opportunities for canoeing, fishing and bird-watching • three public swimming pools • a squash and tennis court, and • finally, a most magnificent golf club house and hotel providing patrons with a “homely” feeling whilst enjoying breathtaking views over the golf course and the Indian ocean. Prince’s Grant is truly an “all-in-one” holiday destination where one can relax and enjoy the tranquillity of being away from “the rush” whilst having a load of healthy activities to choose from. Accommodation The 4-star lodge at Prince’s Grant has 15 beautifully appointed rooms facing out over the award winning golf course, with sweeping ocean views. Our Conference Centre and world class recreation facilities are available to lodge and self-catering guests. Conferencing Prince’s Grant offers a full professional conferencing venue in stunning natural surroundings. For intimate

company planning sessions or full corporate sessions, we have the flexibility to meet your needs. Golf The magnificent 18-hole Championship golf course at Prince’s Grant provides a wonderful challenge for golfers of all abilities. The spectacular scenery, with the ocean as a backdrop, complement the quality and immaculate grooming of this Peter Matkovich designed course. Prince’s Grant was recently named Best Golf Development in Africa by the World Property Awards. Weddings The spectacular beauty of Prince’s Grant provides one of the most memorable wedding venues on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The private and outstretched beaches provide an idyllic venue for wedding ceremonies, whilst the 5-star service and fine cuisine at the hotel makes for great receptions.

ACCOMMODAT I ON The Lodge Seven rooms overlooking golf course Umdoni suites Eight rooms with a private swimming pool and bar area G olf 18-hole links/parkland course Half way house Pro shop Pro instruction Facilities Bunkers Restaurant Mulligans Bar and Restaurant Tennis and squash courts Three swimming pools Lagoon canoeing Birding and nature trails Two kilometre beach Trampolines Kids Playground CONTAC T Enquiries and Accommodation +27 (0)32 482 0005 Golf +27 (0)32 482 0041/0163 www.princesgrant.co.za Prince's Grant Coastal Golf Estate @PrincesGrant

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durban country club

D urban C ountry C lub LOCATION Isaiah Ntshangase Road, Durban S 29° 49' 40" E 31° 2' 2" FAC ILITIES 18-hole championship golf course 6 157 metre course, par-72 Halfway House Pro shop Practice driving range Bunkers, chipping and putting green Two restaurants, Waterman Bar Six function rooms Tennis Squash Bowls B eachwood C ountry C lub LOCATION Beachwood Place (off Fairway) Durban North S 29° 46' 53" E 31° 3' 2" FAC ILITIES 18-hole links course 6 016 metre course, par-72 Restaurant, bar Pro shop, Practice areas – driving, putting, chipping Function and Conference facilities CONTAC T +27 (0)31 313 1777 www.dcclub.co.za Durban Country Club @DbnCountryClub

Since its opening in 1922, and now nearly 90 years later, Durban Country Club’s par-72, 6 157 metre course has been considered one of South Africa’s finest. The original design by Laurie Waters and George, enjoys the unique claim of being rated the only course on the African continent in the Top 100 Golf Courses of the World by Golf Magazine (USA). The par-5, third hole is rated the best third in the world. Durban Country Club is a championship course. The excellent layout has been chosen as host the South African Open 16 times including the centenary South African Open. Gary Player won this event six times, whilst Ernie Els won his third Open title here. A combination of lush vegetation, sand dunes and stunning views of the Indian Ocean make this course both scenic and challenging. The design includes a pleasant mix of tall trees, thick bush, severe slopes and punishing bunkers, thus providing even the most

discerning golfer with a demanding round of golf. It is a shot maker’s course requiring careful player strategy. The sister course, Beachwood Country Club merged with Durban Country Club in March 1993. Today it is rated 29th in the Golf Digest Top 100 Courses in South Africa. The Gary Player Design Group was commissioned with the course upgrade and Paspalum greens were planted, the fairways length has been extended where possible in keeping with the dunes layout. There are 41 bunkers around the greens and 33 fairway bunkers, with water hazards on several holes. In 1996 the club house was upgraded. Durban Country Club provides the golfer with the opportunity to experience one of the finest and most unique golf courses. This Club is the venue of choice for many important celebrations throughout its rich history, and looks forward to welcoming you to the courses and select location for your next function.

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st francis links

LOC ATION St. Francis Bay, Western Cape S 34° 9' 79" E 24° 48' 74" AC COMMODAT I O N Golf Lodge: 10 en-suite luxury rooms Self catering: 2, 4, 6 and 10 bedroom units FACILITIES 18-hole Links course Clubhouse Lighthouse Restaurant Jack’s Bar Additional services: Special event and function venues Aqua Spa and Wellness Centre Leisure centre CONTAC T General Enquiries and Real Estate property investment: +27 (0)42 200 4500 Video link https://youtu.be/pL2pKiayDAA www.stfrancislinks.com St Francis Links @StFrancisLinks

We call it HOME. St Francis Links has become HOME for so many different reasons. As a gated community, it is now HOME for young families raising their children and it is home to couples who want stay forever young in their golden years; it is home to hundreds of different birds who land and nest next to some of South Africa most beautiful flora. St Francis Links will feel like home for your short stay and may become home for life as the estate boasts three good reasons to stay – financial stability with investments maturing, lifestyle choices expanding each year and secure living where personal security is the highest priority. Picture waking each day to views that extend for miles and miles. Speaking of pictures, world renowned photographers have all come to capture the beauty of the dunes above St Francis Bay. When Jack Nicklaus spoke at the opening function to 800 enthusiastic members and guests, he raved about the canvas he was given for the painting

known as St Francis Links – his Signature Course. He also said that the course would evolve with time and that we should enjoy the changes that would come. Well, the course and the entire estate have matured – beautifully blending Mother Nature’s landscape with the legend’s amazing design. As the years have passed, every hole has been re-examined for playability, shotmaking, memorability and overall enjoyment. Bring your camera when you next visit! The philosophy that guides the operational team at St Francis Links is really quite simple to understand, “Anticipate the needs (and wants) of all who come to St Francis Links AND be flexible to those changing needs (and wants)!” Come HOME to St Francis Links and enjoy your time here “one great shot at a time”. Join the park run on Saturday mornings, play bridge on Mondays and Fridays and take the time to smell the flowers – we call them Fynbos! Take a canal cruise or drop a line in the river or the sea. If you enjoy clean air and the great outdoors we offer both – and so much more.

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The unsung fabric of South African Golf You may have heard of Nomads and of the immense contribution that Nomads Golf Club makes to South African Golf and within our local communities. The Nomads Golf Club was founded in 1960. Their aims and objectives serve to gather and bind like-minded individuals in a common desire to: • provide an opportunity for persons of all walks of life to meet at least once a month in order to make new and nurture old friendships through playing a game of golf; • encourage, promote, foster and support the game of Golf in Southern Africa through their Furtherance of Golf Nomads Foundation; • to distribute tangible assets to charitable causes and assist persons, regardless of race, colour or creed, in less fortunate positions through their Andrew Mentis Nomads Foundation. The Nomads commitment reflects in their motto “Through golf the remembrance of others”. Today South Africa boasts 12 active and viable Nomads clubs and echoed in their name is the fact that they have ‘no home’ Golf course, but rely on the support of local formal clubs in their areas to host their monthly games. Their ethos, message and service has spread

nomads golf club internationally and Nomads Clubs are firmly established in Zimbabwe, Botswana, Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Swaziland. There are inter-club games throughout the year. In March, qualifying members meet for the annual National Tournament of which the 2016 host is Knysna Golf Club. More than 350 local and international Nomads members compete. Each plays four games over six days and scoring is on a Medal Stableford basis. The annual Andrew Mentis charity drive is one of the highlights at each club, the Vice Captain of each member club is responsible for raising funds to fulfil an identified project in his area for those less fortunate. The project is executed in the form of the donation of tangible assets which are handed over by the Vice Captain during their Andrew Mentis Charity Golf day. Since 1968 Nomads has donated over R30-million in tangible assets to their designated charities. The Nomads members also raise funds for the furtherance of golf by providing scoring services (Golforama) to the Southern African Tour, at professional golf events on the South African summer and winter Tours, including events co-sanctioned by the European Tour and Ladies European Tour. Through the Furtherance of Golf programme, more than R2-million a year is raised for distribution for the development of the game in Southern Africa, specifically for the benefit

of regional junior golf, women’s golf, disabled golf and development golf structures. Nomads distribute their financial support annually in the following areas: the South African Boys U19, U17, U15 and U13 Strokeplay tournaments, the new Hexagonal events for juniors with participation of 11 provinces, the SA Girls U18 Strokeplay and Girls Rose Bowl tournaments, the South African Disabled Golf Association First Swing Camps and through the South African Golf Development Boards junior golf development programmes. Like-minded corporate and local business organisations sponsor Nomads initiatives, with the National sponsors currently including the South African Breweries, Imperial Auto, Motor Finance Corporation, Tempest Car Rental, Ashworth-Taylormade-Adams-Adidas, Hollard Insurance, Glenbrynth Whisky and UTI. If you are feeling empathy for our work, synergy with our ethos and genuinely love the game of golf, please contact your nearest Nomads home club to learn how to get involved. For more details visit www.nomads.co.za.

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Knysna golf club

LOCAT I ON Howard Street, Hunters Home, Knysna S 34° 3' 29" E 23° 4' 43"

Nestled on the shores of the Knysna Lagoon on the Garden Route and close to the Heads, the Knysna Golf Club’s 18-hole course meanders through tidal pools and between magnificent indigenous trees. This testing links/parkland layout has some of the best bent greens, with year round, constantly smooth putting surfaces. A flat and easy-walking course, players of all levels can enjoy an affordable and challenging golfing experience. There are many tidal water hazards on 12-holes, raised undulating greens, strategic bunkers, and being a sea level, the course play is much longer than the 5 820 metres on the card. Situated on the banks of Knysna Lagoon with many tidal inlets, the course hosts a variety of bird species, including the Blacksmith Lapwing, cormorants, spoonbills, little egrets, avocets, weavers and fiscal shrikes. Often Fish Eagles, forest buzzards, hadedas and sacred ibis soar above. In addition to a bright, spacious bar area and adjoining terrace, there’s a welcoming halfway house offering meals, snacks and refreshments for golfers and guests. The club's friendly, professional team provides high quality catering for every occasion, seating up to 100 for formal functions, and cocktail parties for up to 120 guests. Ideal for private and corporate functions, the conference room seats up to 60 and the meeting room comfortably seats 10. A fully stocked pro shop will meet the golfer’s every need. There’s excellent change rooms facilities. Extensive

practice facilities include two putting greens, a dedicated chipping green, a longer 50 metres chipping area and a practice bunker. Founded in 1909, Knysna Golf Club’s first nine holes longest fairway was 200 yards with grit greens and had no clubhouse. Course maintenance was done single handed, equipped only with hand tools, wheelbarrow, and a storage tin shanty. On Sundays the field sometimes trebled to six. In 1929, after expropriation the club moved to the ‘Goat Course’, laid out over very steep and undulating terrain. Green fees were a sixpence. Each member carried a stinkwood scraper to smooth a line to the hole on the grit greens. Knysna Golf Club’s second course was started on Leisure Isle in 1935. In the 1940’s the Club drew up plans to build nine holes on the higher ground at Hunters Home and opened this course in 1951. In 1995 bent grass green trials were done. New buildings and facilities were completed in 2007. In 2010 a devastating fire destroyed the clubhouse. Officially re-opened in 2011, today Knysna Golf Club boasts one of the most stylish and welldesigned clubhouse environments in the Southern Cape. Today the club has more than 1 100 members, and look forward to welcoming you.

FACI LI T I ES 18-hole, par-72 golf course Links/parkland layout South African Golf Union rating 70 four par-5s, four par-3s and 10 par-4s. The 8th par-3, the signature hole sports an island green Clubhouse, dining room and lounge Bar and Terrace Halfway House Conference and meeting rooms Pro Shop Practice facilities Putting greens, bunker and chipping green Host to the 2016 Nomads National Tournament and regional PGA Pro Am Events CONTAC T +27 (0)44 384 1050 golf@knysnagolfclub.com http://knysnagolfclub.com Knysna Golf Club

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pinnacle point beach and golf estate

LOCATION 1 Pinnacle Point Road, Heiderand, Mossel Bay S 34° 11' 52.02" E 22° 5' 49.47" AC COMMODAT I O N Golf Villas and Lodges, One, two and three bedroom Luxury penthouses, four bedrooms FAC ILITIES 18-hole championship golf course World class practice facilities PGA Qualified Professionals Pro Shop and Custom Fitting Conference and functions venue Pinnacle Point Clubhouse Restaurant Pool Heritage Site Caves Private nature reserve Children’s play areas Fishing Nearby Bungy jumping Garden Route Casino Whale watching Shark Cage Diving Tsitsikamma Forest National Park Wilderness Nature Reserve Garden Route Game Reserve Cango Ostrich Farm tours World class golf courses CONTAC T Accommodation, Real Estate and Golf bookings +27 (0) 44 606 5300 www.pinnaclepointestate Pinnacle Point Beach & Golf Estate @PinnaclePResort

Uniquely situated on a cliff top with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, the Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Estate provides golfers with a one-of-a-kind experience. The golf course is already the recipient of the Compleat Golfer’s 5-star Golf Experience Award, the International Property Award’s Best Golf Development and is rated as one of the Top-20 golf courses in South Africa The 18-hole links course was designed by well-known South African golf course architect, Peter Matkovich, assisted by Darren Clarke. All 18 holes have been designed to fit the contours of the land, which makes for a challenging, yet spectacular layout. This award-winning golf course inspires the golfer to play this wonderful layout with a level of respect due to its dramatic views and breath-taking terrain. It is, without doubt, one of the most spectacular courses in the world. It is not only the dramatic views and breath-taking terrain that makes Pinnacle Point Golf Course one of the best in South Africa – the iconic clubhouse, resembling a lighthouse, has views to match and the clubhouse restaurant has become a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike.

The practice facilities include a full length driving range and short-game areas to rival the best in the country. The Golf Academy, where golf enthusiasts can get instruction from our PGA-qualified professionals, includes an indoor swing studio, fully equipped workshop and a custom fitting lab. Pinnacle Point is also home to the Louis 57 Junior Academy, a venture created by 2010 Open Champion Louis Oosthuizen. Pinnacle Point Golf Lodges and Golf Villas have been developed with luxurious and comfortable living in mind. The two to four bedroomed lodges and villas, all with en-suite bathroom/shower, are designed and furnished to accommodate the most discerning visitors. Enjoy the recreational facilities and activities including the two magnificent beaches. Take a ride or stroll through the game reserve, visit the historical heritage site caves, an invigorating game of tennis, swim, or simply enjoy the cliff top walks, the bird life and the tranquillity. Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Estate, with its unsurpassed views and tranquillity, helps you live the lifestyle for a day, a week or a lifetime.

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de zalze Winelands golf estate

LOCAT I ON R44 Stellenbosch

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful valley on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, lies the prestigious De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate, home of De Zalze Golf Club. The name De Zalze originates from the early wine farmers who produced wines on three adjoining farms, namely Kleine Zalze, Groote Zalze and De Vleie.

Blaauwklippen River winds its way through the golf estate and comes into play at various intervals. Renowned golf course architect, Peter Matkovich, designed the De Zalze Golf Course, making the most of the stunning setting while placing a premium on accuracy.

De Zalze Golf Club has the complete winelands experience and offers you a great golf course, fantastic 19th-hole views, fabulous food, great wines and stylish on-site lodge accommodation making us the preferred all-in-one destination in our region. We have beautiful vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields adjacent to most fairways creating a natural buffer between golf and residences.

A variety of long and short holes, from drivable par fours to monster par fives, make for an enjoyable round with the old adage ‘risk and reward’ ringing in your ears. The golf course welcomes visitors seven days a week and remains one of the most popular venues for golfers who wish to experience golf in the Winelands. Boasting a thatched Cape Dutch style clubhouse, facilities include the Terrace Restaurant, lounge and bar, which stock a fine selection of single malt whiskies.

The natural landscape with the meandering Blaauwklippen River and the incredible views of the surrounding mountains making this Winelands experience very unique. De Zalze Golf Course offers a fine mix of parkland holes moving up and down the undulating valley, its main defences being the water features on several of the holes. The oak-lined

The Golf Lifestyle Shop has an extensive range of clothing and golf accessories and also supplies clubs and carts for hire to all guests and visitors from abroad. De Zalze Golf Club is also the first golf club in South Africa and the world to be Fair Trade accredited by Fair Trade and Tourism South Africa, a testimony to their sustainable triple bottom line operating model.

18° 50' 23.1999972'' E -33° 58' 31.9998'' S FACI LI T I ES 18-hole Parkland Golf Course Driving range PGA Golf Pro Clubhouse Halfway house Terrace and restaurant Lounge and bar Golf Lifestyle Shop

CONTAC T +27 21 880 7300 www.dezalzegolf.com DeZalzeGolfClub @dezalzegolfclub

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devonvale golf and wine estate

LOC ATION Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch S 33° 52’ 59.6” E 018° 48’ 15.0” ACCOMMODAT I O N 14 x petite hotel rooms 14 x one bedroom suites 6 x two bedroom suites 8 x holiday houses FACILITIES 18-hole golf course Golf shop PGA Pro-Golf Instructor Spa facilities By arrangement: Private dining experience Private wine tasting Wine sales Restaurant – Chez Shiraz Swimming pool Mountain biking trails Walks and hiking nearby Wildlife EVENTS Weddings and conferences Special functions INVESTMENT Prime property sales CONTAC T Hotel: +27 (0)21 865 2080 Pro shop: +27 (0)21 888 4735 Sales Office: +27 (0)21 865 2199 www.devonvale.co.za DevonvaleGolf

Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate is nicknamed “Heaven Vale”. The magnificent 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Ken Elkin, needs little introduction and offers a regular challenge to both local and international golfers. There is abundant bird life in the indigenous flora around the Kikuyu fairways, bent greens and water features. Great care is taken to ensure the best views. The entertainment area includes a large swimming pool with braai facilities. Amazing golf and non-golf packages are available.

Panoramic vistas of the surrounding vineyards and mountains create a peaceful golfing experience. Sample superb meals from the menu prepared by a team of chefs at Devonvale’s restaurant accompanied by a bottle of Provoyeur Wine from the estate. Accommodation options include hotel accommodation, self-catering apartments and holiday homes. The estate design concept offers village-style living with attention to internal design and privacy. Come and enjoy Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate, a place to feel at home.

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simon's town country club

LOCAT I ON Main Road, Simon’s Town Cape Peninsula, Western Cape S 34° 12' 05.80" E 18° 27' 12.81"

An outing to the Simon’s Town Golf Course will reward the player with a golfing experience similar to that of a traditional Scottish links course. This links course is set between the blues and greens of the mountains and the sea. Views of the Hottentots Holland mountain range, across False Bay, make this setting spectacular. The Club was established in 1916 and will be celebrating its Centenary. The course itself is even older, and lies on the site of a former Boer War Prisoner of War camp.

convivial club gatherings for members, family and guests. In addition to our links style 9/18–hole golf course, there are two squash courts, a bowling green, and an active social section. Enjoy a drink at the bar, or a well-priced meal from Jacky’s restaurant. The bar and lounge areas have satellite sport TV, a pool table, enclosed patio, and braai (BBQ) facilities on the lawn. In winter, we welcome you to a roaring fireplace.

The course is 4 148 metres long (men) and has a rating of 62, affiliated to SAGA and is a member of the Western Province Golf Union (WPGU). Tight fairways and a couple of small greens, set on a natural slope towards the sea, with a tricky short hole on the 7th/16th, and a very testing par 3/15th, ensure that players have to carefully consider every shot. During the early summer months, the South-Easter can provide a refreshing challenge, leading to many robust “recovery” sessions on the 19th.

The function room is available for hire, and is ideal for weddings, celebrations, conferences and meetings. Corporates can combine the use of the hall, restaurant, and sports facilities for great team-building days.

Affiliated visitors with an official handicap are welcome to enter competitions. Tee off from seven-thirty in the morning in summer, and 8 o’clock in winter.

Find us right next to the famous Boulders Beach Penguin Colony on the way to Cape Point. In season, June to November, Southern Right whales can be spotted in the bay, and African Jackass penguins live around the course.

The Simon’s Town Country Club offers traditional,

Set aside a day (or two) to travel to the charming village of Simon’s Town, with its many attractions and activities. There are small, family friendly beaches within walking distance of the club, and many activities for the entire family.

FACI LI T I ES Links 9/18-hole golf course Cart and pull-cart hire Clubhouse and bar Member’s competitions, Wednesdays and Saturdays “Chicken Run” competitions, Friday afternoons Pensioner’s competitions, Mondays and Fridays. Jacky’s Restaurant and lounge Function rooms Conferences Weddings Squash courts and bowling green Nearby Boulders Beach Penguin Colony Cape Point Walking and hiking trails Naval Museum

CONTAC T Enquiries and bookings +27 (0)21 786 1233 stgc@telkomsa.net www.simonstowncountryclub.com STCountryClub @SimonsTownCountryClub

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clovelly country club

LOCATION 177 Clovelly Road, Clovelly Cape Town S 34° 7' 21" W 18° 25' 51" FAC ILITIES 18-hole Championship Course 5 869 metres, par-72 men and par-73 ladies Clubhouse Fitness Studio Lounge Bar Functions Golf lessons Raymond Ackerman Golf Academy Caddie Training Clovelly Junior Golf Programme CONTAC T +27 (0)21 784 2111 +27 (0)021 784 2100 clubhouse@clovelly.co.za www.clovelly.co.za Clovelly Country Club

Clovelly Country Club with its rich history has over the years earned a reputation as being one of the friendliest courses. The hospitable staff make any visitor feel at home. A relatively short course at 5 869 metres makes for a fun round of golf. There are a great deal of risk reward holes that really entice the player to go for it! But don’t be fooled, the course can be tricky when the prevailing South East wind blows through the Silvermine Valley. Out of bounds is always lurking on the left with tight tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers demand accuracy off the tee. Clovelly Country Club was awarded Golf Course of the Month in September of 2014. It is ranked number 55 in the top 100 courses to play in South Africa. It boasts one of the most attractive clubhouses in the country and is captured in its best light as one tees it up on the

18th-hole. Many a golfer has described this view as the best back-drop ever! Clovelly Country Club boasts a classic parklands layout but what truly sets this club apart from the rest, is the peace and quiet. There are no through roads, no highways and houses on the course. Set within the Nature Reserve of the Silvermine Valley, one can be sure to see an abundance of bird life. The popularity of the course sees as many as 52 000 rounds of golf being played in a year. Many overseas golfers flock to the fairways in the summer months to play one of their favourite courses. Be sure to put this on your must-play bucket-list of golfing venues. It's truly unique and a very special place indeed. We look forward to welcoming you.

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royal cape golf club

From rugged to Royal — South Africa's first golf club spanning a 130 years golf tradition. Visitors are most welcome and we encourage you to come and enjoy our magnificent course, quality facilities and our friendly hospitality.

The course is on flat terrain. Playing at Royal Cape is subject to three of nature’s beguiling offerings: a near constant wind to challenge, sweeping mountain views to charm you and water features to ensnare you, playing to a championship par-72.

Royal Cape Golf Club is without doubt one of the best and most challenging courses to play both in the Western Cape and the country. It is a course of championship stature, first played in 1906.

Tree lined with narrow fairways and subtle USGA specification built greens, the Royal Cape presents a traditional test of golf. The numerous ponds and lakes teeming with bird life provide beauty and distraction along the way.

As observers and custodians of the traditions of this wonderful game, the Royal Cape Golf Club, has a keen eye on the future. We accept and embrace changing times and we strive to maintain an enjoyable balance of traditional values and the modern lifestyle. Royal Cape has hosted the South African Open ten times, first in 1910. Gary Player won in 1965 when he became the first player to break 70 in all four rounds, a record. In 1996 Ernie Els birdied the last three holes winning by one shot.

The clubhouse retains its old style charm and traditional design, modernised many times since 1923. Facing the course are the lounge, Centenary room and members bar as well as the gallery corridor with its many framed photographs, paintings and memorabilia celebrating the Club’s long history. Apart from providing rest and refreshment for golfers, the clubhouse also frequently hosts functions ranging from formal dinners to special events.

LOCAT I ON 174 Ottery Road Wynberg, Cape Town 34°00'48"S 18°29'08"E FACI LI T I ES 18-hole Championship Golf Course Clubhouse Special Functions Catering Golf Shop Practice Facilities Hole in One Club Lessons/Coaching Reciprocal Clubs CONTAC T +27 (0)21 761 6551 www.royalcapegolf.co.za Royal Cape Golf Club @royalcapegolf

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Sishen golf and country club

LOC ATION Kathu, Northern Province S 27° 41' 31.1" E 23° 03' 31.6" FACILITIES 18-hole, par-72 golf course Driving range Practice green Pro shop Clubhouse Restaurant Bar CONTAC T +27 (0)53 723 1501 www.sishengolfclub.co.za Sishen Golf Club @SishenGolfClub

Welcome to Sishen Golf and Country Club. Carved out of the largest Camelthorn (Acacia aerioloba) forest in the world, Sishen golf course is to be found on the outskirts of the mining town of Kathu on the fringes of the Kalahari desert in the Northern Cape, approximately 600 kilometres west of Gauteng and 300 kilometres north-west of Kimberley. The championship, parkland course is approximately 6 450 metres long, and has a rating of 72. Built and maintained by Kumba Resources’ Sishen Iron Ore Mine and was officially opened in 1979. It the last course design masterpiece by Robert Grimsdell, and recently achieved a rating as the ninth best golf course in the country. It is one of the hidden golf destination gems of Southern Africa.

Situated off the beaten track, this championship golf course is blissfully uncongested and visitors are always assured of getting a game here. Sishen Golf and Country Club is the home of the Kalahari Classic, the Kalahari Golf Challenge and the marathon Griqualand West Open. The Pro shop supplies a fine range of equipment and apparel suited to playing in the sun drenched Northern Cape. The driving rage is an excellent expanse to loosen up for your round of golf and improve the accuracy of your swing. A walk down the lush Outeniqua forested fairways and new Pentcross greens between the majestic Camelthorns, followed by a refreshing thirst quencher in the clubhouse, makes Sishen Golf and Country Club a truly unforgettable golfing experience.

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SEA CLIFF RESORT & SPA, ZANZIBAR

Twenty minutes from the famous world heritage site, Stone Town, where you can test your golfing skills on the only World Class golf course in Zanzibar and located on the West Coast, Sea Cliff Resort & Spa, is a 120 roomed resort. The perfect escape for those wishing to combine relaxation with culture.

Zanzibar’s very first signature golf course was designed by Peter Matkovich. It is a 70-par, 9-hole, 18-tee course. There’s a club house, driving range and putting green. Clubs and golf carts are available for hire. Hotel and island residents receive special rates. Golf Pro lessons will improve your game.

The hotel’s traditional ‘makuti’ thatched roofs and brass lit Arabic towers mirror surrounding aesthetics, combining historical Zanzibar architecture with modern facilities. The cliff edge position offers breath taking panoramic views over the Indian Ocean from the lounge, restaurant, bar and recreation areas. Two infinity swimming pools are the perfect place to absorb the splendour and beauty of the coast. Sun downers on the jetty offer unrivalled sunsets. Sail on Sea Cliff’s traditional dhow in an authentic and romantic atmosphere.

Be pampered at the Shwari Spa. Internationally trained therapists provide manicures, pedicures, facials and massages. The Spa has five treatment rooms, two steam rooms, two saunas and a couple suite. After treatments, guests can relax and restore in quiet and peacefulness at the plunge pool, Spa Gardens or upstairs on the Balcony.

All rooms have private balconies and are equipped with modern facilities. Ninety-six rooms have an ocean view. The resort is Wi-Fi networked and iPod docking stations are available on request.

A supervised Kids Club has many activities including Cartoon Network, a mini-playground, climbing wall, arts and crafts and more. Alongside the Starehe Lounge is the recreation centre where you can find board games, sporting equipment as well as darts and playing cards.

For horse lovers our professionally managed stables offer riders unforgettable memories and photographic opportunities. Ride through breath-taking scenery and enjoy sunset beach rides.

There’s a fully equipped gym, water sports centre, two tennis courts, beach and pool volleyball, a squash court and bicycles for rides through the coconut plantations.

The attentive Sea Cliff Resort & Spa staff will attend to your every need, in a perfect setting. Come, let us take care of you. Karibu Sana!

LOCAT I ON Stone Town West Coast, Mangapwani, Zanzibar S 6° 2' 11" E 39° 12' 19" ACCOMMODAT I ON 16 deluxe rooms, ocean views 80 superior rooms, ocean views 24 garden rooms, inter-leading family rooms FACI LI T I ES Golf course 70-par, 9-hole, 18-tee, Club house, driving range, Putting green, golf pro, Equipment hire Stables and horses, Two tennis courts, squash court Techno gym, bicycles Two infinity swimming pools Mini climbing wall, arts, crafts Darts, pool tables, table tennis Board games Sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, Tubing, skiing, wake boarding, Diving kiosk Kid’s Club, supervised One children’s pool CONTAC T +255 (0)767 702 2419 www.seacliffzanzibar.com Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar

"It is our task in our time and in our generation, to hand down undiminished to those who come after usâ&#x20AC;Ś the natural wealth and beauty which is ours." US President John F. Kennedy

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wildlife and heritage Travel to Africa and become Africa’s most effective conservationist … Tourism in Southern Africa is an extraordinary experience for the visitors to our shores and is the lifeblood for the country’s wildlife and for the one in seven South Africans who depend on the tourism industry to put food on their tables every day. With the favourable Rand to Euro, Dollar, Pound exchange rates, South Africa is even better value! Where in the world can one buy a glass of a wine or a premium beer in a great restaurant for a little over two Euro. Hopefully more and more travellers from around the globe will travel to Southern Africa and take advantage of the favourable exchange rates, our fabulous weather and the extraordinary range of experiences and facilities that cater to all budgets and all ages. For every eight additional tourists that South Africa receives, another job is created. Tourism in Africa is the win-win industry that benefits everyone. Wildlife too smiles when tourism performs … There are few places on the planet where a healthy natural environment is totally dependent on a healthy and vibrant tourism industry. African governments have many demands on their tax revenues – wildlife and conservation needs are understandably further down the pecking order than education, health, housing etc. Park fees and revenues from tourism have become the foremost source of income that pays the costs of conservation and the money needed to sustain many of the parks and reserves throughout the region. It’s not often that travelling to a country contributes to its conservation… That is what happens when one commits to travelling to Africa and visiting our wildlife parks. A portion of your money pays for that park’s conservation and management costs. Without visitors, most of Africa’s parks and reserves would collapse. Southern Africa is fortunate to not have destructive mass market tourism. Tourism numbers in most of our parks are carefully controlled and those who prefer an even more private experience can book into one of our many private wildlife reserves that offer a premium and very private experience that ranks alongside the world’s finest. A glance through many a “Best-of-the-Best” hotel lists will often see Southern African lodges and hotels dominating. So where is the catch? … There are no catches, but there are some recommendations: • Keep clear of lion petting and all walking-with-lion facilities. These tourist traps have no conservation value at all. Rather travel to one of our fabulous parks and reserves for your wildlife experience. • Be careful not to book into small “cabbage-patch” type game reserves where wildlife is often kept in smaller paddocks and where the wildlife experience are often contrived or manipulated. • Spend more time in game reserves rather than less. The more time you have in any of our wonderful wildlife parks, the more you will start to absorb the rhythms, moods and heartbeat of Africa’s wildlife and nature. • Get into bird-watching … There are interesting birds everywhere and more often than not, keen birders see more leopards! • Never miss a game drive! One is often tempted to sleep in after a late night … Do so at your peril! • Wherever possible, travel with an experienced guide, especially if you are a first time visitor. The best guides are worth their weight in gold and repay their wages many times over by delivering extraordinary experiences that will stay with you for life (and bring you back to Africa many more times). • Booking your holiday via a reputable specialist Southern Africa tour operator will help avoid the pitfalls and add value and experience to every day of your stay. Finally, a warning … Africa is addictive.

A B O U T C O L I N B E LL On completing his economics degree in 1977, his career began as a Botswana safari guide. In 1983 Colin co-founded Wilderness Safaris with Chris McIntyre creating Wilderness Safaris. Sustainable safari destinations were developed through relationship partnerships with local communities. Over the decades Wilderness Safaris grew to manage camps and lodges across seven countries, employing more than 2 500 people. Selling his Wilderness Safaris shares in 2005, a year later he co-founded Great Plains. Together with David Bristow they produced ‘Africa’s Finest’. The book is a guideline to the good, bad and ugly of Africa’s wildlife tourism industry. Colin also contributed to the foundations and principals for the responsible, sustainable tourism model, the fairest ways to partner with local communities and Governments. His operations include successful re-introduction of rhino into the wilds of Botswana and currently is involved with developing Mkambati Reserve, on the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape. Colin is a member of the South African Tourism Board. +27 079 881 6195 colinbell@iafrica.com www.africasfinest.co.za

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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS Get up close and personal with wild African beasts. Truth be told, the only chance to get up close and personal with wild Africa is on a long, multi-day walking safari surrounded by what the entire wilderness throws at you. Get your boots dirty and discover the Big 5 on an ultimate foot safari in the untouched expansive wilderness of the Kruger National Park, surrounded by bush as far as the horizon. The Kruger Wilderness Trails are multi-day walking trails in the pristine wilderness sections of the park, where there is no set route or time constraints, allowing endless indulgence in the scents, sounds and sights of nature. The Kruger National Park has seven Wilderness Trails spread over the length of the park. These trails start on either a Wednesday afternoon to a Saturday morning or a Sunday afternoon to a Wednesday morning. Trailists arrive and book in at the reception of the rest camp from where the trail departs. Participating guests of up to eight persons spend three nights in rustic camps with two days in between spent walking. Trailists are accompanied by experienced and armed trail guides and go out for morning and afternoon walks for close encounters with Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biological heritage, tracking wildlife as big and small as one can get. For the birding enthusiasts the trails offers a never to be forgotten chance to observe birds in their natural habitat and in the case of some of the more reclusive species, to go to their known haunts with excellent chances of special sightings. The secrets of the bush, rocks, rivers and surrounding valleys are interpreted while on the trail or under the stars around the campfire.

CONTAC T +27 (0)12 428 9111 reservations@sanparks.org www.sanparks.org South African National Parks @SANParks

The trails provide simple but wholesome meals prepared by a cook on either an open fire or a gas stove and trailists with special dietary requirements are accommodated. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the chance to surrender to the bush and get the thrill of walking in the savannah plains and encounter the beasts, creatures and plants wild Africa offers. The Kruger multi-day wilderness trails are Wolhuter, Bushman, Metsi-Metsi, Napi, Nyalaland, Olifants and Sweni, and can be booked at Central Reservations. Visit our website for more information.

Bheki Zwane GENERAL MANAGER: SALES AND MARKETING South African National Parks

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World Heritage in South Africa World Heritage Sites belong to all humanity. UNESCO identifies sites of cultural and natural value. Preservation is determined by stringent selection criteria. Eight scenic and cultural treasures have been declared South African World Heritage Sites: 1999, 2005: Cradle of Humankind (S 25° 55' 45" E 27° 47' 20") Sterkfontein, Kromdraai, has 950 hominid fossil specimens, evidence of human evolution over the last 3.5-million years and brings insight about the earliest ancestors of humankind. 1999: Robben Island (S 33° 48' E 18° 22' ) became infamous as a maximum-security prison for anti-apartheid activists including Nelson Mandela. It has become a universal symbol of freedom. 1999: The iSimangaliso Wetland Park (S 27° 50' 20" E 32° 33' ) St. Lucia estuary is one of the largest in Africa and includes the continent’s southern-most coral reefs, wide submarine canyons, sandy beaches, forested dunes and a mosaic of wetlands, grasslands, forests, lakes and savannah. Find nesting turtles on the beaches, migrating whales, dolphins and whale-sharks offshore, and breeding colonies of pelicans, storks, herons and terns. 2000: The uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park (S 29° 22' 59.988" E 29° 32' 26.016") is South Africa’s watershed. Through 4 000 years, the indigenous San, created the largest collection of African rock art. Diverse habitats protect endemic and threatened species, especially birds and plants. 2003: Mapungubwe (S 22° 11' 33" E 29° 14' 20') an ancient civilisation near our northern borders, exposes almost untouched remains of their palace, entire settlement area, and two earlier capitals, dating between 1300 to 1220 AD. 2004: The Cape Floral Region (S 34° 10' E 18° 22' 30") from the Cape Peninsula to the Eastern Cape, takes up 0.04 per cent of the world’s land, contains three per cent of the earth’s plant species, is home to nearly 20 per cent of Africa’s flora, and 9 600 vascular plants species, with 70 per cent endemic. The region has 11 000 marine animal species, 3 500 are endemic, and 560 vertebrate species, including 142 reptile species, of which 27 are endemic. 2005: Vredevort Dome (S 26° 51' 36" E 27° 15' 36") is an impact crater formed two-billion years ago. A meteorite, 10 kilometres in diameter, hit earth. The impact scar measures 380 kilometres across and consists of three concentric circles of uplifted rock, only 180 kilometres are visible. 2007: The Richtersveld Cultural and Botanical Desert Landscape (S 28° 36' E 17° 12' 14") is home to semi-nomadic Nama. Khoisan collectively describes the Khoi, known as Hottentots, pastoralists in their life style. With colonisation most were annihilated, some of the San, or Bushmen, hunter-gatherers, still live in South Africa. www.southafrica.net http://whc.unesco.org/en/statesparties/za image credits © UNESCO.

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DE HOOp collection

LOC ATION De Hoopvlei Malgas, Bredasdorp area S 34° 27' 0" E 20° 22' 59" AC COMMODAT I O N Opstal Manor House Opstal Houses Opstal Vlei Cottages The Opstal Suites De Hoop Village Vlei Rondawels Melkkamer Manor House Melkkamer Foreman Cottage Melkkamer Vlei Cottage FAC ILITIES Aircraft landing strip The Fig Tree Restaurant Picnic baskets Fynbos walks Bird walks Hiking trails Boat cruises Mountain biking CONTAC T +27 (0)21 422 4522 res@dehoopcollection.co.za www.dehoopcollection.com De Hoop Collection Nature Reserve

De Hoop Nature Reserve is part of a World Heritage Site and is a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. On offer is a spectacular coastline, sand dunes, vlei, flora, mountains, birding, wildlife and some of the world’s best whale sighting experiences. Between fynbos plains, guided activities and the endless beach, there’s no better way to spend your day. Marine and wildlife education talks, the whales, stargazing, the camp fire and hospitality will fulfil your stay. This protected marine-reserve is one of the world’s most important nurseries for Southern Right Whales. In season, between June and November each year, at times view more than 50 whales in a single sighting. The 36 000 hectare De Hoop Nature Reserve is a safe, outdoor destination with abundant wildlife. Accommodation options include rondavels, cottages, houses and 5-star manor houses. Meals can either be

catered for, or visitors can book on a self-catering basis. For special events, venues for celebrations, weddings and conferences are available. The Fig Tree Restaurant is open all day offering delicious local fare including picnic baskets for alfresco meals or to take to the beach, the lagoon or on fynbos adventure outings. Day visitors are welcome. De Hoop has something for everyone. A tennis court, swimming pool and a boules courtyard are available. Walking, hiking and cycling trails abound. Visitors will encounter various game species, indigenous flora, and sight bird life close up. Guided quad bike trails and eco-boat cruises are highlights. The memories and time spent at the De Hoop Collection will, sooner or later, bring you back again.

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TAU GAME LODGE

“There are few better places to be than sitting on a dam wall and watching lions in front of your vehicle while the sun is slowly setting in the background. This day was no different; there we were with four young lions, watching the sunset, two males and two females. As they lay there a very cautious brown hyena came to drink at the dam, the lions immediately picked up on the lonely hyena and began to stalk the unsuspecting prey, and they began to manoeuvre themselves into a position in which to attack from.” The Madikwe Game Reserve boasts year-round game viewing and is one of the few reserves where one can view a wide variety of fauna, including the Big 5, wild dog and cheetah, and is also home to a bird population of over 250 different species. Tau Game Lodge overlooks a natural waterhole and all 30 luxury chalets are spread out in U-formation on either side of the lodge, offering excellent views of animals at the waterhole from the opposite bank. Expect the unexpected at Tau and spend your nights

listening to roaring lions from the watering hole and even witnessing the odd kill. The six deluxe chalets can accommodate three adults sharing or two adults and two children in one chalet. The family suite is a spacious open-plan, modern unit, suitable for families or two couples travelling together. Tau boasts a state-of the art convention centre, situated walking distance from the lodge that can seat up to 150 delegates The Tau Spa Oasis offers a sanctuary where you can indulge your senses in a unique fusion of therapies designed to replenish and soothe body, mind and soul. Tau endeavours to give back to the community and the environment in every aspect of our business, always keeping in mind the success of all involved in the projects which Tau supports. For this reason the Tau Foundation and the Tau Tree Fund were started, allowing our guests to share in the experience of giving back to our beautiful land.

LOCAT I ON Madikwe Game Reserve North West Province GPS for Helipad next to Lodge: S 24° 42' 47" E 26° 12' 29" ACCOMMODAT I ON 30 Luxury chalets Viewing decks Swimming pool Convention centre Dining venues Boma Tau Spa Oasis FACI LI T I ES Game drives Big Five, Wild Dog, Cheetah and 27 major game species Bird-watching – 250 species CONTAC T +27 (0)11 466 8715 +27 (0)11 466 8717 www.taugamelodge.co.za Tau Game Lodge @TauGameLodge

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tswalu kalahari reserve

LOC ATION Farm Korannaberg 296, Van Zylsrus Northern Province S 270° 11' 39.0" E 0220° 28' 38.1" Airstrip: midway position S 270° 12' 10.1" E 0220° 28"51.0” AC COMMODAT I O N The Motse – nine luxury suites Tarkuni – five luxury suites FACILITIES Dining – variety of venue options, Exclusive suite dining, Boma, wilderness, dune Guided game viewing, Drives, walks, horse-back Health spa and massage Bird watching Swimming The Malori starbed Tswalu Foundation CONTAC T Reservations +27 (0)53 781 9331

Safari travel takes on a whole new meaning at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. Here, in the luxury and beauty of this magnificent malaria free 100 000 hectare private game reserve, the focus is on flexibility and pampering. Design your own itinerary and indulge in boma feasts and bush dinners, sundowners, wine tastings and dune picnics. Track Africa’s wildlife on foot, on horseback or in a 4 x 4 Land Rover. Experience the thrill of walking safaris, rhino monitoring, or simple things like sleeping under the night sky. Indulge in a champagne breakfast in bed, or take an early morning game drive with a gourmet picnic. Bond with the meerkats or spend the morning tracking the desert black rhino. Witness the sheer size and power of the Kalahari black maned lion.

res@tswalu.com Tswalu direct +27 (0)53 781 9333 or 9311 www.tswalu.com Tswalu Kalahari @Tswalu

In the heat of the day, retreat to the luxury of your airconditioned suite at The Motse or Tarkuni, relax at the pool or book a spa treatment.

The Motse with its nine spacious and secluded “legae” or suites, including three family suites, is an oasis of shaded decks built around a rim flow pool with views across the grasslands to a waterhole where wildlife regularly visit to drink. The recently refurbished Tarkuni has just five individual suites and a number of shared living spaces including an expansive veranda, a double-volume sitting room, a dining room and cellar, and a mezzanine level library and games room. The house now offers the option of exclusive use for a group of guests, or the accommodation of smaller individual groups. Each suite has an outdoor star-bed which can be made up for guests who would like to experience the thrill of sleeping under the Kalahari night sky. Whichever camp you choose, you will experience Africa at its best … a unique safari in a unique wilderness area where luxury is a given and the game viewing is spectacular.

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WHITE ELEPHANT SAFARI

LOCAT I ON Farm Leeuwspoor, Pongola Game Reserve, South KwaZulu-Natal S 27° 26' 81" E 31° 53' 41" ACCOMMODAT I ON Safari Lodge eight luxury en-suite safari tents Bush Camp seven thatched en-suite chalets Umkhaya Cottage four bed cottage, self-contained Self catering options

We invite you to experience a White Elephant Safari at the foot of the majestic Lebombo Mountains and the shimmering waters of Lake Jozini, in Northern KwaZuluNatal’s Pongola region. White Elephant is a special place that captures the history and romance of the bygone era. Beautiful views, glorious sunsets, therapeutic silence, game drives, guided walks, boat cruises, tiger fishing, brilliant bird watching, rhino walks, a unique ‘elephanting’ experience, scenic flights, research projects and behind-the-scenes conservation operations ensure a rich and varied safari experience. Stay in luxurious, 5-star en-suite safari-style tents at Safari Lodge or in spacious thatched en-suite chalets at the self-catering Bush Camp.

UmKhaya Cottage is ideal for self-catering couples or small families for a totally private bush experience. White Elephant is the perfect romantic retreat for newly weds and special occasions. The Space for Elephants Foundation, initiated by Dr. Heinz Kohrs aims to restore ancient elephant migration routes. Through corridors, the interlinking of farms and Transfrontier Parks, wildlife will be able to move more freely and naturally, as they would have hundreds of years ago before land was divided by fences. At White Elephant Safari life is a celebration of Nature’s simplicity and beauty, its music and harmonies. It is a place that ignites a passion in your soul and a love for the environment.

FACI LI T I ES 16 000 hectares Lake Jozini Views over Lake Jozini and Lebombo Mountains Swimming pool EXP ERI ENCE Game drives and guided walks Water based safari activities – motorized and canoeing on Lake Jozini Black Rhino tracking experience Elephanting research based activity Tiger fishing, Scenic flights

Research projects www.space4elephants.org RESERVAT I ONS +27 (0) 34 4132489 www.whiteelephant.co.za info@whiteelephant.co.za White Elephant Safari Lodge & Bush Camp WhiteElephant3

"Making a great wine takes time and patience." Louis Strydom

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MESSAGE FROM THE CAPE WINEMAKERS GUILD The South African wine industry has achieved substantial growth within the past 21 years since Democracy but we have to continue educating consumers on South African wines. A consumer education strategy is much needed as it is crucial for the future success of the wine industry within South Africa. The consumer education strategy can be based on a complete review of the best practise wine consumer education from around the world, as well as local consumer education in other categories. Another major contributor to the South African wine industry is wine tourism. Wine tourism incorporates a wine experience that goes beyond merely enjoying wine. The natural beauty of the South African wineries, along with good food is some of the most important aspects that appeal to visitors. Wine tourists are significant spenders and often South Africans. Although tourists and visitors from across the world are vital to the success of wine tourism, the role of South African consumers is equally important. Research has shown that positive word of mouth is key to marketing success in wine tourism within South Africa. Social media and websites are also significant references. Our 2015 harvest has had one of the earliest starts in decades. The warm weather we experienced in August 2014 resulted in earlier bud break, after which a warm, dry and windy summer kept vineyard growth under control and quickened the ripening by nearly two weeks. The dry weather also led to one of the healthiest seasons in years and we experienced almost no losses due to diseases or rot. We are expecting exceptional wines throughout our cultivar varieties. Our grape analyses were good with low pH and good acidity and sugar levels, which form the foundation for high quality wines. The white wines are also of above average quality, with good wine analyses and flavour spectrums. The good colour and intense flavour in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s red wine is due to the smaller berries, as well as moderate temperatures during the harvest time. It is indeed a great honour for me to be part of one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great wine destinations and I am excited to see what the future holds for the South African wine industry.

Louis Strydom Chairman of the Cape Winemakers Guild Development Trust; Winemaker at Ernie Els Wines

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ernie els wines For the past 15 years, Ernie Els Wines has grown and matured into a successful and multi-award winning enterprise with a magnificent portfolio of wines produced at the winery situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch.

LOC ATION Western Cape Annandale Road, Stellenbosch

Ernie is passionate about the wine industry and from the very first vintage appointed experienced winemaker Louis Strydom to head up the production of his fine wines. Ernie’s passion for these wines, combined with winemaker Louis Strydom’s considerable talent, has proved a winning combination.

S 34° 00' 53" E 18° 50' 86" FAC ILITIES Wine tasting and lunch cellar tours Golf chipping competitions Red Wines Ernie Els Signature Ernie Els Proprietor’s Cabernet Sauvignon Ernie Els Proprietor’s Blend Ernie Els Proprietor’s Syrah Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon Ernie Els Merlot Big Easy Red Big Easy Cabernet Sauvignon Big Easy Rosé White Wines Ernie Els Sauvignon Blanc Big Easy Chenin Blanc CONTAC T +27 (0)21 881 3588 www.ernieelswines.com Ernie Els Wines @ErnieElsWinery

Since its launch in 1999, Ernie Els Wines has established a magnificent portfolio of red and white wines, offering quality wines for everyone at various different pricepoints. Ernie Els Wines has won plaudits and many prestigious awards around the world and the team continues to make a big impact on both the South African and international wine markets. Louis Strydom, one of

the leading winemakers in the South African wine industry for almost 20 years, and now the former Chairman of the Cape Winemakers Guild, plays a key role. “I’m excited about taking the Ernie Els Wines brand forward,” commented Louis. “We are here to show the true potential of the Ernie Els terroir and cellar ability, and to make Ernie Els Wines more available to a wider spectrum of consumer.” Louis has produced the only South African wine that has been nominated four years consecutively as one of the Top 100 wines in the world. The vision for the future of Ernie Els Wines lies in “driving Cabernet Sauvignon”, the grape variety that performs so well in this area of Stellenbosch known as the “Golden Triangle”. Cabernet Sauvignon features prominently in most of the red wines produced from the property, and more often than not, is the cornerstone of the red blends. The vision is for Ernie Els Wines to become the benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet-based blends producer in South Africa.

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val du charron wine and olive estate, guesthouse and spa

LOCAT I ON Bovlei Road, Wellington S 33° 37' 59.999'' E 18° 58' 59.998"

In the heart of the Cape Winelands, Val du Charron Wine and Olive Estate, Guesthouse and Spa, is located in the Bovlei valley, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The original farm, proclaimed in 1699, is nestled at the foot of the Groenberg mountain on the banks of the Kromme River, with the majestic Hawequa Mountains on its eastern border. As only the fifth family to hold these title deeds, the owners maintain the farm’s historic integrity, buildings and architecture. The tradition of wine making is reestablished. The 4-star graded Guesthouse and 5-star, boutique Coach House provide an extraordinary getaway. All meals are served in The Local Grill Restaurant, Its menu offers unadorned, with emphasis is on natural, “field to fork”, wholesome and preservative-free cuisine. Functions, conferences and weddings are arranged by our event planner offering a professional, personalised service. Menu options are created by the resident chef whilst the cellar provides a selection of beautiful wines. The Spa @ Val du Charron, a quiet oasis of tranquillity include the Girlfriend’s, Countess and Gent’s packages, combining rehabilitating skin facials, muscle soothing aromatherapy, and deeper level hot stone massages. Val du Charron is about living the wine lifestyle. Guests are invited to participate in all aspects of wine production, from harvesting to drinking. Guided cellar and vineyard tours are available and can be explored on foot or bike.

Tours of the olive grove round-off with an olive tasting at the dam’s gazebo, which is also a great for bass fishing. The estate was christened Val du Charron, as a tribute to this ‘Valley of the Wagon maker’. Huguenots who settled here in the early 1700’s added the French, whilst wagon-making refers to the last outpost for ox wagons servicing before heading over the treacherous Bainskloof to the then unknown hinterland. In 2012, Val du Charron became an Estate label. All wines are bottled, produced and come from vines grown on the farm itself. The southern facing vineyard slopes grow 16 varietals, from Merlot to Touriga Nacional, to the 30 year old Chenin blanc and Pinot Gris. Each unique cultivar adds a complex, richer, finer, and more finessed taste to the blends, than any cultivar on its own. The combination of the rich tradition, natural beauty and technology, produce not only wines and olives but a memorable experience for every visitor.

ACCOMMODAT I ON The Guest House Eight suites, family, double or twin rooms – 4-star The Coach House Three suites each with own pool and patio – 5-star FACI LI T I ES The Local Grill Restaurant Spa Swimming pool Tasting room Wine cellar and sales Wine Club Conference and function venues for up to 100 guests AC T I V I T I ES Cellar tour and wine tasting Olive grove tour and olive tasting Weddings Functions Kids welcome CONTAC T +27 (0)21 873 1256 Wine sales sales@vdcwines.com Accommodation stay@vdcwines.com Spa therapy spa@vdcwines.com Wine tasting taste@vdcwines.com www.vdcwines.com Val du Charron Wine and Olive Estate, Guest House

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Haute Cabrière

LOC ATION Lambrechts Road (pass road) Franschhoek S 33° 54' 26.14" E 19° 7' 3.05" FAC ILITIES Tasting Room Monday to Friday: 09:00 to 17:00 Saturday: 10:00 to 16:00 Sunday: 11:00 to 16:00 Restaurant Lunch: Tuesday to Sunday Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday (October to April) and Friday to Saturday (May–September) From the Cellar Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir Reserve Chardonnay Pinot Noir Unwooded Pinot Noir Pierre Jourdan Tranquille Brut Blanc de Blancs Belle Rose Ratafia CONTAC T Wine sales and tasting: +27 (0)21 876 8500 Restaurant: (27) (0)21 876 3688 www.cabriere.co.za Haute-Cabriere-Cellar @HauteCabriere

Haute Cabrière is a wine farm steeped in history and local lore. Originally granted to a French Huguenot farmer, Pierre Jourdan, on the 22 December 1694, it overlooks the beautiful Franschhoek Valley. Being a pioneer is intrinsic to Haute Cabrière and throughout its development and evolution it has always remained true to this heritage. In 1982, with a pioneering legacy in mind, the vineyards were replanted in the tradition of the Champagne. The wines and Cap Classique that Haute Cabrière now create, are the result of the this pivotal decision made over 28 years ago: to focus only on the classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir cultivars. Brave unconventional decisions made then, ensure that today Achim von Arnim, the famed founder and the Haute Cabrière team, continue to add to the farm’s spirit, by specialising in an enticing range of Cap

Classique – named after the original Haute Cabrière trailblazer and founder, Pierre Jourdan. Comprised of two farms, situated on opposite ends of the breathtaking Franschhoek Valley, Haute Cabrière is something extraordinary. A rich history, a whimsical setting, a seductive approach to wine and a magnetic proprietor ensure that Haute Cabrière is a decadent affair for any visitor. Its celebrated restaurant, Haute Cabrière, enhances the experience. Here, dishes are expertly paired with each wine and Cap Classique, showing off the ultimate marriage between food and wine. Then there’s the exclusive extravagance of theatrical wine tours and tasting sessions where guests are treated to, among other things, the famous French Cavalry Sabrage show orchestrated by the charming Achim and Takuan von Arnim.

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groot constantia

LOCAT I ON Constantia, Cape Town S 340° 01' 37,03" E 180° 25' 28,84"

The Groot Constantia trademark is one of the oldest surviving trademarks in the world today serving as a testimony of continuous quality wine production over centuries. Therefore, wines and heritage remain at the heart of the Constantia Valley.

perfect natural conditions and under the watchful eye of the winemakers – it becomes clear why Groot Constantia wines have become legendary and unique. The estate today, covers 170 hectares, of which 96 hectares is under vines. Over the last 10 years Groot Constantia has won more than 65 gold medals for a variety of its wines.

The land was granted to Simon van der Stel, 891 morgen (about 763 hectares), situated behind Table Mountain, which he named “Constantia”. The farm had several owners of which two were female. The Cloete family put Groot Constantia on the map from 1778 to 1885.

Groot Constantia stands as a benchmark of excellence for the South African wine industry and is an ideal model for the preservation of the cultural and historical heritage of the country.

Constantia wine was coveted across the globe and those who were fortunate enough to taste it soon refused to settle for anything less. Members of the British Royal House, Napoleon Bonaparte, King Louis Philippe of France, Frederick (The Great) of Prussia, the Lord Seventeen of the VOC, governors, admirals, captains, and many other dignitaries coveted the Constantia label. Considering that they have been making wine for more than 325 years from some of the very first vines planted in the Cape – in what can only be described as the

The farm has a wonderful array of things to do and see: visit the Manor House and Cloete Cellar dating back to 1791. Daily cellar tours and wine tasting as well as guided vineyard tours, two outstanding restaurants (Simon’s and Jonkershuis). The art gallery displays paintings of local artists. As one of Cape Town’s Big 6 tourist attractions, with over 300 000 estate visitors annually, they are part of the Hop-on-hop-off City Sightseeing bus route. Come and enjoy this landmark of South African history.

FACI LI T I ES Iziko Museum Cellar tour and wine tasting Vineyard tours Restaurants Art Gallery EV ENTS Functions Weddings Wine sales T HE ESTAT E’S MA I N VA RI ETA LS Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Shiraz Pinotage CONTAC T +27 (0)21 794 5128 www.grootconstantia.co.za Groot Constantia @GrootConstantia

"You find when you pursue a life of greater health and happiness, you then treat the body you have with dignity, respect, and absolute care." Dale Roberts

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MESSAGE FROM THE SOUTH AFRICAN SPA ASSOCIATION Wellness Defined: Although there is a wide array of spas around the world, each offering a unique experience, all are devoted to enhancing overall well-being through a variety of therapeutic and professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit. The global wellness industry is a $3.4-trillion market, 3.4 times larger than the worldwide pharmaceutical industry. Dr. Deepak Chopra noted in a recent speech that, “Wellness is the number one trend in the world today.” Wellness incorporates attitudes and activities that prevent disease, improves health and enhances quality of life, ensuring optimum levels of well-being. At the recent Global Wellness Tourism Summit (GSWS) new research that analyses the ten sectors that comprise the “umbrella” wellness industry was unveiled, showing it to be one of the biggest, fastest-growing industries. The 10 Markets Making Up the Wellness Industry: 1. Spa Industry: A $94-billion global market – with 58 per cent growth (from $60-billion) since 2007. Spa locations also grew worldwide by 47 per cent: from 71 762 in 2007, to 105 591 today. 2. Wellness Tourism: A $494-billion worldwide market, up 12.5 per cent in 2013. Wellness tourism represents more than one in seven (14.6 per cent) of all travel dollars spent worldwide – and wellness-focused trips jumped from 524-million to 586.5-million in the last year. 3. The Thermal/Mineral Springs Market: A $50-billion global market. 4. Healthy Eating/Nutrition/Weight Loss: A $574-billion market 5. Preventative/Personalized Health: $433-billion market 6. Complementary/Alternative Medicine: $187-billion industry 7. Beauty and Anti-Ageing: $1.03-trillion global segment 8. Workplace Wellness: $41-billion market – 30 per cent growth (from $30.7-billion) since 2010. 9. Fitness and Mind-Body: $446-billion market – 14 per cent growth (from $390-billion) since 2010. 10. Wellness Lifestyle Real Estate: $100-billion sector today. So, invest in your personal wellness and visit a spa today. To assist your choice and ensure your spa experience meets expectations, be sure to visit a SA Spa Association Member Spa. The South African Spa Association is the ambassador for the spa industry, with representation in all aspects related to spas. The SA Spa Association provides the consumer with peace of mind when visiting a Member Spa, as all spas conform to international quality standards, staff qualifications and training are maintained and a code of ethics upheld. A full list of Member Spas is available within the Spa Index and on the SA Spa Association Website: www.saspaassociation.co.za

CONTAC T +27 (0)11 447 9959 South African Spa Association

Dr Nadine de Freitas Executive Director South African Spa Association

@Spa_Assn A full list of member spas is available: www.saspaassociation.co.za

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arniston spa hotel

location 1 Beach Road, Arniston Western Cape S 34° 40’ 02.22” E 20° 13’ 53.87”

Arniston is an alluring fishing village, with humble cottages and unusual houses hugging the soft sand cliff above a majestic bay, sets an ever-changing canvas of brilliant whites and blues. Tales of daring voyages of discovery, shipwrecks, battles and survival with the elements add an air of mystery. The luxurious 4-star Arniston Spa Hotel is set in the Overberg. It is one of the Cape’s most exquisite locations, next to the old fishing village of Kassiesbaai. The beautiful scenery with its white chalked thatch-roof houses is the perfect wedding venue. White sandy beaches, with the Indian Ocean splashing on your doorstep, make the Arniston Spa Hotel an idyllic getaway destination. The hotel offers breathtaking sea views and 67 luxurious rooms, all equipped with world-class hotel comforts. The child-friendly hotel also has inter-leading rooms for bigger families or friends. The restaurant is renowned for its scrumptious breakfasts, relaxed delectable lunches, and fine dinners complimented by award-winning local wines.

The conference venue on the first floor is fully equipped with typical modern equipment and can host up to 100 delegates. The intimate wine cellar venue seats 30 guests, ideal for a board meeting or private celebration. The renowned Ginkgo Spa will most definitely rejuvenate one’s body and mind in an ambience which is both gentle and welcoming. Situated 200 kilometres from Cape Town, the hotel provides guests with a convenient base to explore the surrounding countryside. Less than an hour’s drive away is the Shipwreck Museum in Bredasdorp, the ancient Water Mill and Moravian Mission of Elim, the Agulhas Lighthouse at the southernmost tip of Africa, and the nature reserves of De Mond and De Hoop. Here the majesty and vestiges of the southern Indian Ocean hold an ethereal appeal, particularly to the romantics, artists and photographers. Waenhuiskrans, Arniston, is a peaceful hamlet which soon befriends it's visitors. Once you’ve been enthralled by the magic beauty, you’ll return again and again.

ACCOMMODAT I ON Haarburger Suite Luxury sea facing-; superior sea facing- and pool view rooms FACI LI T I ES Arniston Hotel Restaurant Bistro and bar Picnic baskets Ginkgo Spa Conferences Weddings Gifts and curios Child minding and entertainment Arts and crafts AC T I V I T I ES Beaches, walks, fishing, boating Cycling, wellness, sundowners Golf in Bredasdorp Cape L‘Gulhas, Struisbaai CONTAC T +27 (0)28 445 9000 www.arnistonhotel.com info@arnistonhotel.com arnistonhotel @ArnistonHotel

SA Golf and Leisure Vacations — 6th Edition — South and Southern Africa

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