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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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
1 hr
2.5 hrs
25 mins
20 mins
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
11 hrs
O. R. Tambo International Airport - JNB
October - March
22 - 28° C