Destination Golf - South Africa Brochure

Destination Golf - South Africa combined two of travel's greatest pleasures: world-class golf and the legendary luxury of Rovos Rail. The tour took golfers from Pretoria through the Drakensberg Mountains, on to Sun City and Zululand, with a wildlife safari woven in between rounds on some of South Africa's most celebrated courses.

Golf on Iconic South African Courses

The itinerary featured prestige venues including the Champagne Sports Resort and the Sun City complex, widely regarded among the finest courses on the African continent. Both parkland and bushveld settings offered a contrast of playing conditions, giving golfers of all handicaps a memorable challenge amid spectacular scenery.

Rovos Rail - Luxury by the Mile

Travel between destinations was aboard Rovos Rail, described at the time as the most luxurious train in the world. Artfully restored Edwardian-era carriages provided spacious en-suite suites, fine dining, and attentive service, turning the journey itself into a highlight of the holiday. The train's route passed through open bushveld, offering game-viewing opportunities directly from the observation car.

Safari and Scenery

Between golf rounds, guests could take part in guided safari excursions, making this a genuine dual-purpose holiday for both keen golfers and their travelling companions. The package was designed so that non-golfers could enjoy the wildlife, landscapes, and on-board amenities while golfers were on the course, ensuring the trip appealed to mixed groups and couples alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the Destination Golf South Africa tour different from a standard golf holiday?

The tour combined luxury rail travel on Rovos Rail with rounds at top South African courses, adding safari excursions as a third element. This meant guests experienced premium golf, first-class train travel, and big-game wildlife viewing within a single itinerary rather than choosing between them.

Which golf courses were included in the South Africa itinerary?

The brochure highlighted the Champagne Sports Resort and Sun City among the featured venues. Both are well-established prestige courses in South Africa, set against dramatic natural backdrops in KwaZulu-Natal and the North West Province respectively.

Was the tour suitable for non-golfers or beginners?

Yes. Destination Golf designed the package with non-golfers and first-time golfers in mind, ensuring companions could enjoy the safari experiences, the train journey, and South Africa's scenery without needing to play golf themselves.

What was Rovos Rail and why was it used for this tour?

Rovos Rail is a South African heritage train operator running restored vintage carriages on long-distance routes across southern Africa. Its reputation for exceptional comfort, cuisine, and service made it a fitting partner for a luxury golf and safari package, turning the travel segments into an attraction in their own right.

What wildlife could guests expect to see on the safari portions?

The route passed through prime game country including areas near Kruger Park and Zululand, where the Big Five and a wide variety of bird species are found. Game drives and excursions were included alongside the train journey's own game-viewing from the observation car.

Was this type of golf-and-rail safari tour widely available?

At the time of publication, combining Rovos Rail with dedicated golf itineraries was a niche offering. Destination Golf positioned itself as a specialist in this format, packaging the rail journey, course access, accommodation, and safari activities into a single premium product that general travel agents did not typically assemble independently.

Note: this brochure is from our archive and may no longer be available. Details, pricing, and availability were correct at the time of publication. Please check with current operators for up-to-date offerings.