Cape Town, also known as the ‘Mother City’ is the hub of South Africa. Being the first colonised area of South Africa, it is rich in history, and many cultures and ethnic backgrounds have blended together to create an intricately beautiful fusion of hospitality, art and people – the perfect place to start your Golf with The Collection tour.

In the upscale neighbourhood of Constantia, your trip starts off strong with four nights at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa which boasts unforgettable culinary experiences that are an absolute must at their on-site restaurant The Conservatory – renowned as one of South Africa’s top restaurants. Their Fresh Wellness Spa offers signature pampering treatments to the lush backdrop of their gardens; two pools, a gym, and a tennis court. The Cellars-Hohenort is found in the historically rich Constantia Valley, aka Cape Town’s Vineyard and is a mere fifteen minutes from the V&A Waterfront and the city centre. Cape Town is overflowing with exciting and lavish activities on offer which can be booked directly with the front desk throughout your stay.

After settling in, your first round of golf is at the incredible Steenberg GC. This Peter Mackotvich-designed course is set amongst estate vineyards with views of the mountains and sea that offer golfers unique challenges on each hole. After a pleasant morning of walking the fairways in this premier estate, we recommend heading to the Steenberg Vineyard for a wine tasting followed by lunch served at the award-winning Bistro sixteen82.

A mere 45-minute drive will take you to the beautiful Franschhoek valley. This small valley is home to some of South Africa’s most famous wine estates producing wine since the 17th century. Complete with fascinating stories about Franschhoek’s history, wine, and culture, the Franschhoek’s wine-tram will spoil you with one-of-a-kind food and wine pairings including breakfast and sabrage, lunch, and dessert. Starting your day at the underground Haute Cabrière to the magnificent Pyrenes à La Motte Restaurant and ending with an exceptional view over the valley at Dieu Donne, the Franschhoek wine tram is the ultimate experience.

On the Val de Vie Estate, Pearl Valley GC is one of six preeminent Jack Nicklaus courses in the country and ranked the second-best course in South Africa. The majestic Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains provide a backdrop for the acclaimed course where golfers and guests can discover ‘The Valley of Life.’ After your morning walking the fairways, you will have the afternoon at leisure to visit a wine farm or head back to Cape Towns’ Camps Bay promenade and enjoy a cocktail at one of the famous beach bars whilst relaxing with some sundowners to witness the glorious setting South African sun.

Recommendations: The famous V&A Waterfront is a treasure trove of sights, shopping and excellent eateries.  If you are feeling energetic, a trip up the Table Mountain cable-car offers unbeatable vistas of the whole Cape Peninsula, or you can sit and soak up the city from the top of the open-air ‘Red Bus’ sightseeing bus. A self-drive or guided peninsula tour will take you from Cape Town to the surfing hamlet of Muizenberg, and then hug the coastal road all the way to Cape Point Nature Reserve.  Highlights along the way include visiting our penguin friends at Boulders Beach, a meander through the quaint Kalk Bay village with the best mussels to be eaten at Olympia Café, seeing the military base in Simonstown and watching the sunset on the most visually spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive – all of which can be booked directly with the front desk.

Set out on a scenic and relaxed journey from Hermanus to Gondwana Game Reserve, covering approximately 300 km along one of the most picturesque stretches of the Garden Route. The drive takes you through the rolling landscapes of the Overberg, joining the iconic N2 highway where expansive farmlands, mountain ranges, and indigenous fynbos create a constantly evolving backdrop. As you move closer to Mossel Bay, the scenery becomes more rugged and dramatic, before turning off onto a quieter road that leads into the reserve, where the transition from coastal charm to untamed wilderness is immediate and striking. On arrival at Gondwana, a private, malaria-free Big Five reserve set within the unique Cape fynbos biome, you’ll check into the beautifully designed Kwena Lodge, where freestanding suites inspired by traditional Khoi-San dwellings offer both privacy and sweeping views across the landscape. Your stay here is fully inclusive and thoughtfully curated, with each day centred around exceptional safari experiences and relaxed luxury. Mornings begin early with tea and coffee before heading out on a guided game drive, when wildlife activity is at its peak, followed by a leisurely breakfast back at the lodge. The midday period allows time to unwind, whether enjoying the lodge facilities, relaxing by the pool, or taking part in optional activities such as guided fynbos walks or exploring the reserve on two wheels. In the afternoon, high tea is served ahead of your second game drive, where you can expect memorable wildlife encounters and classic sundowner stops in the bush as the sun sets over the reserve. Evenings are spent back at the lodge with exceptional dining experiences, often under the stars, rounding off a day that perfectly balances adventure and comfort. This leg of the journey offers a seamless transition from the coastal beauty of Hermanus to a refined safari experience, making it a standout highlight within any Fairways to Africa itinerary

To wrap up the Garden Route and tour perfectly, make the picturesque mountainous-forests-and-cliffside drive to enjoy a three nights’ stay at the famous lookout point in Plettenberg Bay. Knysna and Plett are very popular for their captivating ancient forests; blue flagged beaches; nature reserves to enjoy and the famous Robberg hike. The Plettenberg hotel boasts beautiful views of the mountains, ocean and horizon from their rooms; and direct access to the beautiful golden sands forming the fan favourite Plett beaches. Enjoy their utterly calming Fresh Wellness Spa; and fresh seafood every day at the contemporary Seafood at The Plettenberg or stylish bar and lounge The Sandbar overlooking the Indian ocean.