13 night / 14 DAY GOLF TOUR
South Africa Golf & Safari Tour
Luxury Small Group Escape
Golf. Wine. Wildlife.
Johannesburg - George - Cape Town - Franschhoek - Kruger National Park - Johannesburg
South Africa Golf Escape – Luxury Small Group Experience
Saturday 6th November - Friday 19th November 2027
Duration
14 days | 13 nights
Golf
8 Rounds
Group Size
Small Group - Max 16 people
An Extraordinary Experience, Like No Other.
The very best of South Africa on an unforgettable 13-night journey combining incredible world-renowned golf, exceptional wine, spectacular scenery, vibrant Cape Town and an authentic African safari in Kruger National Park.
This is more than a golf tour. It is an opportunity to experience South Africa at its very best - exceptional golf, fine wine, incredible landscapes, outstanding accommodation, unforgettable wildlife and warm hospitality.
From the first tee at Fancourt to the final game drive overlooking the Crocodile River, this is a journey filled with experiences you'll remember long after you've returned home.
Golf. Wine. Wildlife. South Africa.
The world’s best golf is just the beginning.
South Africa, The 19th Way
Designed for all those who love great golf, beautiful places and travelling well, this is a journey created to be enjoyed at a different pace. Play remarkable courses, discover the character of each area of South Africa we visit, enjoy time to explore and unwind, and share it all with a small group of like-minded travellers.
8 rounds of premium golf across some of South Africa's finest courses
Play the legendary Fancourt Links, including caddy and halfway house
Stay at Fancourt Hotel, one of South Africa's premier golf resorts
Experience Pearl Valley, Steenberg, Clovelly, De Zalze and Leopard Creek
Three nights in beautiful Franschhoek, surrounded by vineyards and mountains
Enjoy three premium wine tastings
Explore Cape Town and the spectacular Cape Peninsula
Visit the famous Boulders Beach penguin colony
Take the Table Mountain Cable Car
Experience morning and afternoon safari game drives
Stay on the southern banks of the Crocodile River, Kruger National Park
Four domestic flights and private touring transport included
A fully escorted experience designed for golfers, partners and non-golfers
Hosted with Care
Travel with the reassurance of a fully hosted 19th journey, where the details are taken care of by your hosts, Peter and Megan Cook, and where you're free to focus on the golf, the destination and the people you're travelling with.
Because luxury isn't simply where you stay. It's how you're looked after.
Your Itinerary
Golf Highlights:
Fancourt Outeniqua Golf Course
Fancourt Montagu Golf Course
The Links at Fancourt
Steenberg Golf Club
Clovelly Country Club
Pearl Valley Golf Course
De Zalze Golf Club
Leopard Creek Country Club
Day 1 - Saturday 6th Nov
Arrive into Johannesburg
Transfer flight Johannesburg to George
Arrive into Johannesburg.
As a group we meet at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and catch an Airlink Airline group flight at 11:45am to George (GRJ)
Private Transportation from Airport to hotel
Check In - Fancourt Hotel, George
Optional extra night accommodation - Arrive into Johannesburg a day earlier to get over the flight and acclimatise into South African climate.
Ask about an extra night accommodation at Emperors Palace airport hotel.
Day 2 - Sunday 7th Nov
Golf at The Links, Fancourt
Free relaxing day for non-golfers
Golfers
The Links
Sculpted into what Gary Player has described as his greatest feat as a course designer, The Links is the golfing hallmark of the Fancourt estate. Featuring an undulating, windswept terrain and dune-style landscape, the course is the collaborative handiwork of golfing icon, Gary Player, course designer, Phil Jacobs and Fancourt’s owner, Dr Hasso Plattner. The Links is currently voted number one in the country by Golf Digest South Africa.
A detailed stroke saver provides distance measurements and images to assist players to navigate the extensive rises and falls that characterise this world class golfing challenge.
Breakfast at the Hotel
On-site from hotel, walk to course.
Driving Range and Training Facilities available.
GOLF at The Links
Walking course with compulsory caddies included.
Tee Times: TBA
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Soak up the gorgeous resort facilities and relax poolside with that book you started on the plane and can’t put down.
Optional add-on: Bespoke Fancourt Spa & Wellness Experience. Please enquire for pricing.
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free to explore the resort
Day 3 - Monday 8th Nov
Golf at Fancourt Outeniqua Course
Free relaxing day for non-golfers
Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Again an on-site walk to the Tee.
Driving Range and Training Facilities available.
GOLF at Outeniqua Course
Tee Times: TBA 8:30 + 8:40 + 8:50 + 9:00 Carts included
Have a drink after the round and back to the hotel for an afternoon swim.
Outeniqua Golf Course This course is a renowned championship course set within the prestigious Fancourt estate in South Africa’s Garden Route. The parkland-style course is known for its immaculate fairways, pristine greens and scenic mountain backdrops. Offering a balanced challenge for golfers of all abilities, Outeniqua combines strategic design with an enjoyable, playable layout.
Excellent practice facilities and professional services enhance the overall experience. Fancourt Outeniqua Golf Course is celebrated for its consistency, beauty and warm hospitality, making it a favourite among local and international golfers seeking a high-quality golfing experience in a tranquil setting.
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy the vast array of resort activities, including bike and hiking trail programme, padel courts and poolside relaxation.
Optional Add-on: Avalon Hot Springs. Enquire about details and pricing.
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free for personal dining
Day 4 - Tuesday 9th Nov
Golf at Fancourt Montagu Course
Afternoon flight from George to Cape Town
Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Check out of Fancourt today
Morning Round at Fancourt Montagu Course
Tee Times: TBA 8:50 + 9:00 + 9:10 + 9:20 Includes shared carts
After round we transfer to GRJ Airport
Domestic Flight GRJ - CPT (45 minute flight) Airline - Airlink
Transfer to The Commodore Hotel, Cape Town
Check In
Evening at Leisure
Fancourt Montagu Golf Club
The Montagu Course at Fancourt is a world-class, 18-hole championship parklands golf course located in George along South Africa's picturesque Garden Route.
Originally designed by Gary Player in 1992, with substantial upgrades and redesign work by David McLay Kidd (in 2004/2005) and further playability enhancements by Gary Player in 2018.
A lush, tree-lined parklands layout featuring rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and prominent water hazards, backdropped by the Outeniqua Mountains.
Non - Golfers
Relax poolside or the Roman Baths before afternoon flight to Cape Town.
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free, we recommend Dinner at the V&A Waterfront (2 minutes walk from hotel)
Day 5 - Wednesday 10th Nov
Group Cape Peninsula Sightseeing all day tour day
Breakfast at Hotel
Private Transportation - Pick up around 08:00
Registered & Qualified Driver/Guide
Entrance Fee, Cape Point Nature Reserve
Entrance Fee, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Chapman’s Peak Drive Toll Fee
Return Table Mountain Cable Car
Drinking Water in the vehicle
Drop off at Hotel around ±17:00
Kalk Bay
Set on the scenic coast of False Bay, Kalk Bay is a charming seaside village adorned with a fisherman's harbour and a vibrant Main Road lined with quaint shops that offer unique treasures and local crafts. The village boasts a diverse culinary scene, with its restaurants serving delectable seafood dishes and other culinary delights.
Boulders Beach
Nestled in Simon’s Town along South Africa’s scenic Cape Peninsula, Boulders Beach is renowned for its rare colony of endangered African Penguins, one of the few land-based colonies in the world. This sheltered cove, framed by massive granite boulders, offers pristine beaches and safe swimming.
Table Mountain
Table Mountain is an iconic flat-topped mountain located in Cape Town, South Africa, within Table Mountain National Park. Rising more than 1,000 metres above sea level, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of Cape Town, the Atlantic Ocean, Robben Island, and the surrounding mountains.
Cape Point Nature Reserve
Cape Point Nature Reserve, located at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula within Table Mountain National Park, is a dramatic convergence of land and sea where towering cliffs rise above the Atlantic Ocean.
Day 6 - Thursday 11th Nov
Golf at Steenberg Golf Course
Non-golfers visit Robben Island
Golfers
Steenberg Golf Course Steenberg Golf Course, designed by Peter Matkovich, features a hybrid layout incorporating natural elements such as vineyards, pine forest, and waterways. The course includes strategically placed bunkers and a par-three hole with Africa’s largest green. Golfers encounter varied terrain and indigenous vegetation throughout. Facilities include a clubhouse, pro shop, golf academy, and practice areas. Equipment hire, caddies, and carts are available, with services subject to weather conditions.
Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer from Hotel to Steenberg Golf
Driving Range and Training Facilites avaialble.
GOLF at Steenberg Golf Course
Tee Times: TBA
Shared carts included
Have a drink after the round and back to the hotel for an afternoon swim.
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Robben Island
Robben Island is located in Table Bay, just off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa. The island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its profound historical significance. Notably, the attraction is known for the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 of his 27 years of imprisonment.
Visitors can explore the prison museum, take guided tours led by former inmates, and learn about the island's rich history and its role in South Africa's journey to democracy
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free for personal dining
Day 7 - Friday 12th Nov
Golf at Clovelly Golf Club
Non-Golfers visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens & lunch at Constantia Wine Farm
Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to Clovelly Golf Club,
Driving Range and Training Facilites avaialble.
GOLF at Clovelly Golf Club
Tee Times: TBA Shared carts included
Have a drink after the round and back to the hotel for an afternoon swim.
Clovelly Golf Club Clovelly Golf Club is situated in the Silvermine Valley near Fish Hoek, with a course that developed from early beginnings in the 1930s on land previously known as Klein Tuin. The layout follows a parkland style and does not conform to traditional links or American designs. Its routing includes tight fairways, water features, and holes influenced by wind, requiring accuracy in play. The club also supports a golf academy focused on youth development.
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens located at the foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, is one of the world’s most celebrated botanical gardens and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Constantia is the birthplace of South Africa’s wine industry and the oldest wine-growing region in the southern hemisphere. It dates back to 1685 and is famous for its lush, green valley landscapes and cool-climate coastal breezes that produce exceptional Sauvignon Blancs and full-bodied reds.
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free for personal dining
Day 8 - Saturday 13th Nov
Transfer from Cape Town to Franschhoek in the Winelands region
Group wine tasting experience
Breakfast at Hotel
Check out of The Commodore Hotel
Transfer to Franschhoek
3x Wine tastings en-route before you check in to Le Franschhoek (Excludes meals)
Visit Haute Cabrière
Visit La Motte Cellar
Visit Tokara Winery
Check into Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa
Franschhoek Nestled in a fertile valley surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Cape Winelands, Franschhoek is an elegant heritage village located approximately 75 kilometres east of Cape Town. Known as South Africa’s food and wine capital, it combines a rich French Huguenot heritage with a relaxed countryside atmosphere. Visitors can explore acclaimed estates producing Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and exceptional Cap Classique sparkling wines, often travelling between vineyards aboard the popular wine tram. Tree-lined streets, historic Cape Dutch architecture, and boutique galleries add to the village’s charm.
Day 9 - Sunday 14th Nov
Golf at De Zalza Golf Club & Ernie Els Wines
Non-Golfers Leisure Day
Golfers
De Zalze Golf Club De Zalza Golf Course in the Cape Winelands of South Africa offers golf enthusiasts a premier experience amidst scenic vineyards and the Stellenbosch Mountains. The meticulously maintained 18-hole championship course features state-of-the-art facilities, including a well-equipped pro shop, practice range, and putting green. The clubhouse, with a terrace overlooking the course, offers a welcoming atmosphere, modern amenities, a restaurant serving exquisite cuisine, and a well-appointed bar.
Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to De Zalze Golf Club,
Driving Range and Training Facilities available.
GOLF at De Zalze Golf Club
Tee Times: TBA
Shared carts included
Visit Ernie Els Winery after your round of Golf
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Day at Leisure to enjoy the Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa facilities
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free for personal dining
Day 10 - Monday 15th Nov
Golf at Pearl Valley Golf
Non-golfers Franshhhoek Wine Tram
Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
GOLF at Pearl Vally Golf Club Pearl
Driving Range and Training Facilities available
Tee Times: TBA
Carts included & halfway house included.
We recommend visiting Babylonstoren after your round of Golf
Pearl Valley Golf The Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, located in Paarl, South Africa, is a world-class, 18-hole championship course designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, also known as the Golden Bear. The course features meticulously maintained all-season fairways, exceptional bunkering, and ingenious water features, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Simonsberg mountain range.
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Franschhoek Wine Tram, located in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley in South Africa, offers a unique and scenic way to explore the region's renowned wine estates. Visitors can hop on and off the tram or tram-bus to enjoy wine tastings, cellar tours, and leisurely strolls through lush vineyards.
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening free for personal dining
Day 11 - Tuesday 16th Nov
Transfer to Kruger National Park
Fly from Cape Town to Kruger
Breakfast at Hotel
Check out of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa
Transfer to Cape Town Airport
Domestic flight CPT - MQP (Kruger National Park)
Transfer to Buhala Lodge, all Breakfasts & Dinners included
Check In
Welcome Cocktails/ Canapes
Dinner included at the Lodge
Kruger National Park
Stretching over more than two million hectares, the famous Kruger National Park is one of the world’s largest game reserves and a truly remarkable destination. Owing to its exceptional size, visitors are able to experience fantastic diversity – from changing scenery and ecosystems to an impressive array of animals, plant life and birdlife. The park is home to over 130 mammals and over 500 bird species.
Day 12 - Wednesday 17th Nov
Golf at Leopard Creek Country Club
Non-golfers Panorama Route Tour
Golfers
Breakfast at the Lodge
Transfer to Leopard Creek Country Club
Driving Range and Training Facilites avaialble.
GOLF at Leopard Creek Country Club
Tee Times: TBA
Leopard Creek Country Club
Leopard Creek Country Club, located near Malelane in Mpumalanga, offers an exclusive golfing experience on the edge of the Kruger National Park.
Visitors play the Championship Golf Course. Notably, the course features innovative landscaping that integrates natural waterways and wildlife, with views of crocodiles, hippos, and elephants.
Non - Golfers
Breakfast at the Hotel
Panorama Route. A day trip enjoying the wonderful sights of the beautiful Panorama route, included in your package.
A guide will collect guests from the lodge at 06:00 in the morning and escort them to the following destinations;
African Silk, Graskop, God’s Window, Potholes and the Three Rondavels.
The tour includes a stop at Harrie’s Pancakes in Graskop for a delicious lunch (cost of lunch for guests own account).
Come together at 6.30pm for The 19th Cocktail Hour
Evening dinner is included and will be served at the lodge
Day 13 - Thursday 18th Nov
Kruger National Park Morning Game Drive
Kruger National Park Sunset Game Drive
Breakfast at the Lodge
2x Game activities included for all
Early start - 4:30am Kruger National Park Morning Game Drive is an approximately 3-4-hour tour of the Kruger National Park.
Leave before Sunset - This activity leaves before the sun sets and gets back once the sky is dark. Experienced guides drive the groups.
Return to the lodge
Farewell Celebration 3-course Dinner at the Lodge
Kruger National Park
Two Game Drives, one at sunrise and one at sunset. Visitors can look forward to learning about the area’s prehistoric past, and viewing abundant wildlife including the famed Big Five. The diversity and sheer density of wildlife make Kruger National Park an unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Day 14 - Friday 19th Nov
Departure Day
Breakfast at the Lodge
Check Out
Transfer scheduled to MQP Airport
Domestic flight MQP - Johannesburg JNB
Tour concludes
Beyond the Fairway
The golf is only half the story.
South Africa is a journey that stays with you long after you leave the course.
From exceptional golf set against spectacular Cape landscapes, to the refined pleasures of the Winelands and the untamed beauty of an African safari, South Africa brings together some of the world’s most extraordinary experiences in one remarkable journey.
We've carefully designed the experience to go well beyond the fairways. Discover renowned vineyards and exceptional cuisine, unwind in beautifully appointed surroundings, and venture into the wilderness for unforgettable encounters with Africa's iconic wildlife.
Every element has been thoughtfully chosen — not simply to see South Africa, but to experience it at its very best.
Exceptional golf. World-class wine. Unforgettable wildlife. One extraordinary journey.
Beyond Golf as a group
As a group the below sightseeing tours are all included:
A Cape Peninsula tour is a popular day trip from Cape Town that showcases the region's stunning natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and charming coastal towns. The tour includes scenic drives along Chapman's Peak, visits to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, and encounters with the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Entrance to Cape Point Nature Reserve
Entrance to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Chapmans Peak Drive Toll Fee
Return Table Mountain Cable Car
Wine tastings en-route before you check in to Le Franschhoek (Excludes meals)
Visit Haute Cabrière
Visit La Motte Cellar
Visit Tokara Winery
Kruger National Park Morning Game Drive
Kruger National Park Sunset Game Drive
All transfers to & from the golf courses
Non-Golfing Partner’s Programme
For the non golfing guests, all extra sightseeing and non-golf activities listed in the itinerary is included in the price.
Franschhoek Wine tram - Orange Line - no additional transfer required, as the same vehicle is used while golfers play at Pearl Valley
Kirstenbosch Gardens followed by lunch at a wine farm in Constantia - Includes Full day separate transfer
Morning ferry to Robben Island - Walking distance from the Commodore Hotel - no transport required
Panorama Tour of Canyon at Buhala includes transportation
If you’re looking for more optional partner’s experiences curated for you individually we would be very happy to source and arrange these for you, at an additional cost.
Tour Inclusions
8 rounds of golf with green fees & carts
13 nights premium accommodation:
3 nights at Fancourt Hotel, 5*, George
4 nights at Commodore Hotel, 4*, Cape Town
3 nights at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa, 5*, Franschhoek
3 nights at Buhala Lodge, inclusive of dinners, Kruger National Park
2 x Safari Game Drives, Kruger Park
Daily breakfast, Welcome Event, and Farewell Celebration dinner, The 19th Cocktail hour on golfing days
4 Domestic flights included
All Tee Bookings and transfers to golf courses
Private group transport, airport transfers, and course shuttles
Golf club storage and handling
Welcome gift pack and The 19th signature keepsake
All sightseeing tours as per itinerary
Tour Flights included
6 Nov Depart 11:45 4Z 693 JNB → GRJ Arrival 13:45
9 Nov Depart 16:45 4Z 638 GRJ → CPT Arrival 17:40
16 Nov Depart 10:25 4Z 663 CPT → MQP Arrival 12:45
19 Nov Depart 8:25 4Z 824 MQP → JNB Arrival 9:20
Tour Exclusions
Our tour is South Africa based only. We will meet you at Johannesburg airport and say goodbye to you at Johnnesburg airport at the conclusion of the tour.
Not included items are:
International Airfares - (we can refer you to a great travel agent for this, on request)
Travel Insurance - (mandatory tour requirement)
Passport / Visa and associated fees
Meals and drinks other then what is stated in your itinerary
Gratuities / Tips
Golf Club rental
Caddies + halfway house (unless specified)
Why travel South Africa with The 19th?
Because the best journeys are about more than where you go.
A great itinerary can be copied.
The feeling of being genuinely looked after can't.
From the moment you join us, every detail is thoughtfully considered - from the courses we select and the hotels we choose to the experiences between them.
You'll travel in a small group, personally hosted by Peter and Megan, with the reassurance that someone is always there to take care of the details.
So you can relax, slow down and enjoy the journey.
There are many golf tours. There is only one 19th experience.
Book before 28th February 2027, and receive a Sun Mountain Travel Bag valued at over NZ$500
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Book before 28th February 2027, and receive a Sun Mountain Travel Bag valued at over NZ$500 **
Early Bird Special Offer
Pricing
Golfer
$16,845 *AUD pp twin share $20,425 *NZD pp twin share
$12,075 *USD pp twin shareNon-Golfer
$14,430 *AUD pp twin share $17,500 *NZD pp twin share
$10,345 *USD pp twin shareSingle Occupancy
$20,730 *AUD pp single $25,140 *NZD pp single
$14,865*USD pp single25% Deposit to reserve your spot
25% 2nd Deposit 5th July 2027
Balance due 5th August 2027
* All prices are subject to currency fluctuations and any cost increases imposed by the land supplier until full payment has been received. Sept 2026 US$1.00 = ZAR 16.09 * Payment can be made in AUD, NZD, USD or EUR for your convenience.
Ready to make South Africa your next great golf journey?
Join Peter & Megan for an unforgettable journey through South Africa.
Enquire about the 2027 South Africa Golf Escape
Phone Peter +64 21 716 370 or Megan +64 21 444 148
Email info@the19th.nz
Places are limited and this is a small-group journey
Don’t miss your chance to experience
your ultimate golf adventure in South Africa.