SA Top 100 Courses

“Jack Nicklaus’ only Signature design in South Africa, set beneath the Simonsberg mountains in the Cape Winelands. Expansive fairways, bold bunkering and immaculate conditioning deliver a polished, tour-ready championship experience.”

“Bushveld brilliance bordering the Kruger National Park, with wildlife roaming beyond the fairways. This Gary Player masterpiece blends dramatic Crocodile River holes with pristine conditioning and elite exclusivity.”

“A classic parkland layout in Johannesburg and multiple host of the South African Open. Tree-lined fairways, water hazards and championship-calibre greens demand precision from tee to pin.”

“An authentic links crafted by Jack Nicklaus along the windswept Eastern Cape coastline. Undulating terrain, fescue-lined corridors and sculpted green complexes create a strategic and visually compelling challenge.”

“The storied East Course is one of the country’s most decorated tournament venues. A traditional parkland design with tree-framed fairways and subtle, exacting greens that reward pure ball-striking.”

“A Sun City icon designed for championship theatre and home to the Nedbank Golf Challenge. Long, bunkered fairways and water-guarded greens provide a formidable inland test.”

“A parkland gem at Fancourt designed by Gary Player and refined to tour standards. Water features, immaculate presentation and balanced shot values make it both strategic and memorable.”

“South Africa’s original true links, set on the exposed dunes of Gqeberha. Wind, firm turf and natural undulation define this pure and authentic seaside examination.”

“A dramatic coastal course overlooking the Bot River Lagoon near Hermanus. Designed by Peter Matkovich, it features bold bunkering, water-lined holes and sweeping mountain vistas.”

“A rugged coastal layout perched above the Indian Ocean. Ocean-facing holes and swirling winds combine with classic parkland stretches to create a diverse and demanding test.”

“A historic championship course that has hosted numerous South African Opens. Rolling fairways, elevated tees and thick coastal vegetation give this layout its distinctive character and challenge.”

“A desert oasis in the Northern Cape built on iron-ore mine tailings. Unusual terrain, elevation shifts and ever-present winds create one of the country’s most distinctive inland challenges.”

“One of South Africa’s oldest clubs, nestled at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. Mature trees, subtle elevation and pristine greens define this timeless parkland experience.”

“A Gary Player championship layout stretching over 7,500 metres along the Crocodile River. Expansive scale, strategic bunkering and inland links characteristics create a bold and uncompromising test.”

“A dramatic mountain layout near Dullstroom shaped by Ernie Els. Rolling highland terrain, natural water features and exposed greens make it both scenic and strategically demanding.”

“A secluded Highveld retreat designed by Peter Matkovich. Wide fairways framed by bushveld, natural wetlands and firm greens promote strategic freedom within a tranquil wilderness setting.”

“The most forgiving of Fancourt’s trio, yet impeccably presented and strategically engaging. Water hazards and tree-lined corridors demand accuracy while offering panoramic mountain backdrops.”

“A Jack Nicklaus design perched high above the Knysna River. Elevated tees, dramatic carries and sweeping lagoon views deliver both spectacle and championship substance.”

“Clifftop theatre overlooking the Indian Ocean near Mossel Bay. This Peter Matkovich design features breathtaking ocean carries, rugged fynbos terrain and one of the most dramatic settings in world golf.”