Cape Town, The Garden Route Golf & Safari

Cape Town International airport to the Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Cape Town – 25 mins approx.
Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel Cape Town to Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa 75 mins approx.
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa to Gondwana Game Reserve 4 hours approx.
Gondwana Game Resort to George Airport 45 mins approx..

Please Note – Baggage Weight Restriction – Travel Case

The maximum of 1 x piece of checked luggage (travel case) cannot exceed 20kg whichever cabin class has been booked. This is due to a maximum of 1 x 20kg baggage allowance (travel case) for the George Airport to Johannesburg Airport sector at the end of the tour.

Please call if further information is required.

For the golfing days – golf attire, golf shoes with soft spikes are required. We suggest smart casual for the evenings and comfortable shoes and clothes when on excursions and travelling days.

For game viewing, dress in layers, neutral-toned items will be useful such as colours of the African bush khaki, brown, beige. A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is also advisable along with something warm, jacket, fleece etc to wear for the early morning game drive. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, camera and binoculars if you have a pair.

In general bring layers – cool, light and comfortable clothes because summer temperatures can get above 30 Celsius range in some areas. As our tour is the end of the summer a jumper maybe required for the cooler evenings and early mornings. Also, bring an umbrella or raincoat during summer as this is when most of the country gets its rain, but don’t forget a swimming costume (bathing suit).

Clients will most probably find that their golf clubs are covered on their household insurance policy. Most policies cover a single item such as golf clubs for a period out of the country. However, clients should make very sure that they do have adequate cover for their equipment.

World Handicap System (WHS )

Handicap Players Only – WHS Handicap 38 or lower

Handicap Index number is required at the time of booking Please advise our reservations team. Alternatively you can add this to the special requirements box on our booking page. If you have a certificate please ensure you take it with you on the trip, this enables the Tour Leader to assess everyone’s ability, so that rounds and competitions can be organised fairly. If you are uncertain about these requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to advise you.

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Most golf clubs have these items available for hire, however this is not always the case, so clients would be advised to check with us beforehand if they have any specific requirements.

Prices per round subject to change and can be pre-booked and paid locally
Milnerton Golf Club: Shared golf carts – from R500; Rental club sets – from R450
Clovelly Country Club: Shared golf carts – from R390 ; Rental club sets – from R450
Royal Cape Golf Club: Shared golf carts – from R450; Rental club sets – from R550
De Zalze Golf Estate: Shared golf carts – from R530 ; Rental club sets – from R580
Boschenmeer Golf Club: Shared golf carts – R420 ; Rental club sets – from R550
Guests are recommended to bring their own clubs as limited clubs are available for hire.

With British Airways on this holiday,  clients have 1 piece of hold luggage with a total of 20kg baggage allowance to take into account the max 20kg hold luggage flying with Airlink from George Airport to Johannesburg.  If you wish to take an additional checked bag for your golf clubs there will be an extra  charge starting from £85 each way (subject to change) which is to booked and paid for when checking in for your flight. This  also applies for your return journey from George Airport.

We advise you to use a light golf bag when packing your clubs. We suggest you wrap a towel round the neck of the clubs to protect them and stop them rattling around whilst in transit. It is also important to then place the bag and clubs in an outer carrying bag, which can be purchased from any good golf shop.

A full 10-year passport valid for 6 months after you arrive is required with two blank pages is required.

If you’re visiting South Africa for tourism or business purposes for a period of up to 90 days, you don’t need a visa. You should check the expiry date of your visa or entry stamp and make sure you do not overstay.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; South Africa Foreign Advice

If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.

Compulsory vaccinations: None.

All clients are responsible for acquainting themselves with up to date health information of the countries being visited and where necessary take the required precautions. We recommend that you check with your doctor prior to departure as this information can change. You can also visit the travel health website for more information Travel Health South Africa

There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. In order to give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below.

We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff (including restaurant, kitchen and reception staff) of approximately £40 (or the equivalent amount in local currency). Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of bar staff and housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate add on.

Please note that the itinerary is subject to change based on local conditions.
A reasonable level of fitness is required for this chosen holiday. There is a lot of travelling and some early starts at the Game Reserve