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Two of South Africa's finest golf courses
Sun City golf courses
The famous 18th hole at Sun City
Did you know?
The Philippines won the Women's World Cup of Golf at the Sun City Golf Course in 2008.
Serious golfers who haven't yet visited Sun City in South Africa's North West Province, should start planning their trip as soon as possible. The Gary Player Country Club and the Lost City Golf Course are two big names you really want to add to your list of courses played.
The Gary Player Country Club Golf Course, which was designed by the South African golf legend himself, hosts the annual Nedbank Million Dollar Golf Challenge, which attracts the biggest names in golf.
Gary Player, who has won more than 160 tournaments in his professional golfing career of 6 decades, has also designed more than 300 courses around the world, with the two golf courses at Sun City regarded as among his best. Both courses are challenging par 72s. and both are guarenteed to challenge even the most experienced golfer.
The Gary Player Country Club is one of the longest courses in the world, covering a toal distance of around 7 kilometres.
Both courses feature excellent scenery, with the Pilanesberg mountains providing a picturesque backdrop.
The 13th hole of the Lost City is well known for its water hazard, which is home to nearly 40 crocodiles.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
Golf course reservations
Phone: +27 14 557 1245/6
How to get here
One can get to Sun City by plane using the Pilanesberg International Airport from South Africa's major cities. Daily flights are available from Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Around the area
The area is one of South Africa’s top wildlife destinations, boasting a variety of wildlife and adventure experiences. It is also home to the Pilanesberg National Park and numerous game farms.
Tours to do
Sun City and the surrounding areas offer numerous day tour and sightseeing opportunities. Tour operators offer wildlife and adventure tours to see the Big 5 in the Pilanesberg National Park.
Get around
There are several car rental companies offering different car rental services. Visitors can also use 4x4 vehicles or move around in a helicopter to view game and the mountains.
What will it cost
A round of 18 holes at the Gary Player Country Club will cost around R900 per person without a cart, but including halfway house lunch, while a round at the Lost City Golf Course will set you back R765 per person sharing a golf cart, including a halfway house luncheon.
Length of stay
You'll need at least a full day to get in a round of golf and view the rest of sun City, so a weekend or a long weekend is recommended.
Where to stay
Visitors can find excellent accommodation at the Sun City resort. There are also numerous Sun City self-catering establishments to choose from.
What to eat
Hotels and lodges in the Sun City area offer a wide range of menus for visitors.
What's happening
The North West Province events and festivals calendar offers a wide range, from sporting events to music festivals and food and wine fairs.
