Home

Golf Holidays in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

Sun City Resort

Why Book a Golf Break in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

With an emergence of the Limpopo Province, where a number of splendid golf estates have opened, producing the ultimate combination of championship golf with an amazing Big 5 game drive experience.

The city of Johannesburg is the hub at the heart of this part of South Africa, having been the focus of the gold rush in the late 1800’s. Heading inland to Sun City, the Pilanesberg National Park is one of the most celebrated safari destinations on the continent; combine the opportunity to see the ‘Big 5' up close with a magical golf holiday at the 5* resort.

Golf in South Africa - The Perfect Itinerary?

Sun City & Kruger Experience

✅ Play the DP Tour's Gary Player Country Club at Sun City

✅ Hot air balloon for sunset over the Pilanesberg National Park

✅ Game drive at Kruger National Park

✅ Play South Africa's number one golf course, Leopard Creek

Tick off two DP Tour bucket list courses with Sun City's Gary Player Country Club and Leopard Creek, this South Africa golf holiday will certainly be an unforgettable trip.

Book this experience now >>

Arrive in Johannesburg airport & head to The Palace of the Lost City, spend the rest of the day at leisure
Arrive in Johannesburg airport & head to The Palace of the Lost City, spend the rest of the day at leisure
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Lost City course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Lost City course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Take a break from the golf to enjoy a Big Five Safari at Pilanesberg National Park.
Take a break from the golf to enjoy a Big Five Safari at Pilanesberg National Park.
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Gary Player course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Gary Player course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Lost City course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast then a round of golf on the Lost City course, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Check out and make your way to Lukimbi Safari Lodge, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Check out and make your way to Lukimbi Safari Lodge, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Experience morning & evening safari game drives.
Experience morning & evening safari game drives.
Breakfast then a round of golf at Leopard Creek, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast then a round of golf at Leopard Creek, spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Popular Sun City Golf Tours

Best Golf Courses in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

Gary Player Country Club, Sun City Resort

Gary Player Country Club

Home to the Nedbank Golf Challenge since 1981, and therefore perhaps South Africa’s most famous course, the Gary Player Country Club is an amazing course part of the huge Sun City Resort.

  • European Tour host
  • Sun City Resort course
Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club

Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club

In 1998 the Royal Johannesburg and Kensington golf clubs aligned to form a new club. Both the East and West courses have been a host for the Joburg Open, with some of the best players competing it out to take home the title.

  • Previous Joburg Open host
  • 2 championship courses
Glendower Golf Course

Glendower Golf Course

Established in 1935, forming a 18-hole parkland layout, the club then embarked a major upgrade program in 1989, improving the facilities of the club to then see Glendower host the South African Open on multiple occasions.

  • Previous South African Open host
  • Established 1935

Golf in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

Johannesburg itself is a vibrant and youthful metropolis which typifies the re-emergence of modern era South Africa; bars, restaurants and shopping centres are by museums and monuments which pay heed to the country's less celebrated times. There are still considerable riches and treasures to be found around Johannesburg, not least the Sun City Resort, which is a world renowned oasis in the safari wilderness.

The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City Resort
The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City Resort
Gary Player Country Club, Sun City Resort
Gary Player Country Club, Sun City Resort
Glendower Golf Course
Glendower Golf Course
Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club
Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club
Sun City Resort
Sun City Resort
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
Rovos Rail
Legend Golf & Safari Resort
Legend Golf & Safari Resort

Things to do in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

Game Reserves Johannesburg

Game Reserves

Around the Johannesburg and Limpopo area is plenty of incredible Big 5 game reserves, Madikwe Game Reserve is one to certainly highlight as it’s the fifth biggest reserve in South Africa and home to all the Big 5 animals. The reserve also has a top option for a luxury safari lodge to stay on site. Pilanesberg Game Reserve is situated very close to Sun City, and is undoubtedly one of the most diverse safari parks near Johannesburg.

History Attractions, Johannesburg

History Attractions

Johannesburg has a rich history, with a few attractions that are definitely worth visiting for a very humbling and eye opening experience. Constitution Hill is one of South Africa’s most important historical site, once a notorious prison, now replaced by the Constitutional Court, with tours available on the hour for essential context. The Apartheid Museum is a must too, illustrating the rise and fall of South Africa’s era of segregation and oppression, for a chilling insight into the apartheid system.

The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort

The Sun City Resort is recognised for its 2 outstanding championship golf courses, with the Gary Player Country Club hosting the Nedbank Golf Challenge on the European Tour on an annual basis. Sun City is also home to 4 incredible accommodation facilities, offering a wide selection of options to be able to suit every guests needs. The Pilanesberg National Park is also extremely nearby the resort to be able to witness the Big 5 safari animals in a more than convenient location.

Drive Times in Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City

Once flying into Johannesburg, the surrounding area is reachable by car including the expansive Sun City Resort. So take a look at some of the drive times regarding Johannesburg, Limpopo & Sun City.

Drive Times by Car

  • Johannesburg to Pretoria

    1 hr

  • Johannesburg to Sun City Resort

    2.5 hrs

  • Johannesburg to DaVinci Hotel & Suites

    25 mins

  • Johannesburg to Glendower Golf

    20 mins

Flights & Weather

With regular direct flights to Johannesburg with British Airways and South African Airways, it couldn’t be easier to fly out to the incredible city. So take a look at some key flight details, with tips of when the best time of year is to travel.

Flights & Weather

  • London to Johannesburg

    11 hrs

  • Destination Airport

    O. R. Tambo International Airport - JNB

  • High Season Dates

    October - March

  • High Season Temperatures

    22 - 28° C

Your golf travel, your way.

Organise trips and earn rewards from our app.

Download YourGolfTravel

Scan the QR Code
to download