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Best golf destinations in Africa

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Mauritius
Tropical Bliss in the Indian Ocean
8.6
The Mauritius Open moves each year between Anahita and Heritage. Legends and Links share the grounds of Constance Belle Mare Plage. Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club is on a small island with sandy beaches. Avalon lies among tea fields and is cooler. The island has ten courses.
Highlights:
  • 🐠 Snorkel among coral reefs in Blue Bay Marine Park
  • 🥾 Hike to the summit of Le Morne Brabant
  • 🏝️ Relax on the turquoise shores of Trou-aux-Biches Beach
Cape Town
Mountains, Beaches and a Vibrant Culture
7.6
Royal Cape Golf Club began in 1885 and has hosted the South African Open. Atlantic Beach Links has views of Table Mountain and Robben Island. Milnerton Golf Club overlooks the ocean beside the Rietvlei Nature Reserve. Metropolitan Golf Club opened in 1895 at Mouille Point.
Highlights:
  • 🍽️ Explore the V&A Waterfront and dine by the sea
  • 🚡 Ride the cable car for breathtaking city views
  • 🥾 Hike to the top of Table Mountain
South Africa
Where wildlife meets diverse landscapes
7.6
Leopard Creek borders Kruger National Park and was designed by Gary Player. Gary Player Country Club at Sun City hosts the Nedbank Golf Challenge. Durban Country Club has hosted more South African Opens than any other course. Builders moved over 700,000 cubic metres of earth to shape the links style course at Fancourt.
Highlights:
  • 🌄 Explore the scenic Blyde River Canyon
  • 🥾 Hike to Maclear’s Beacon on Table Mountain
  • 🐘 Go on safari in Kruger National Park
Hermanus
Whale Watching and Coastal Wonders
7.8
Salt air blows between the Kleinrivier Mountains and the coast at the 27 hole Hermanus Golf Club. Arabella is about 25 minutes away and has holes that roll towards the Bot River lagoon. Southern right whales gather in the shallows from June to November. Morning rounds have the lightest winds.
Highlights:
  • 🏖️ Relax and sunbathe at beautiful Grotto Beach
  • 🥾 Hike through scenic trails in Fernkloof Nature Reserve
  • 🐋 Watch Southern Right Whales from Hermanus cliff path
Marrakech
A vibrant maze of colors and spices
8.0
Autumn to spring is the comfortable season, before the summer heat arrives. Amelkis has three nine hole courses with fairways lined by century old palms. Al Maaden was designed by Kyle Phillips. Samanah is a Jack Nicklaus design with open views of the Atlas Mountains.
Highlights:
  • 🧖‍♀️ Relax in a traditional hammam and experience Moroccan spa culture
  • 🏛️ Wander through the serene courtyards of Bahia Palace
  • 🕌 Lose yourself in the vibrant souks of Jemaa el-Fnaa
Johannesburg
Vibrant city life meets rich history
6.4
More than 10 courses lie within 10 km of Sandton Central. Houghton is an inner city Jack Nicklaus Signature course. The East Course at Royal Johannesburg and Kensington hosts the Joburg Open. Wanderers is a relaxed club beside the cricket ground. Parkview is central and has a patio with a green view. Weekdays are quieter.
Highlights:
  • 🌆 Enjoy panoramic city views from the Carlton Centre top floor
  • 🏠 Take a guided tour of Soweto and visit Mandela House
  • 🏛️ Learn South Africa’s history at the Apartheid Museum
Rabat
A Hidden Gem with Royal Flair
6.6
At par 73 and 7,615 yards, the Red Course at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam is long and demanding. Robert Trent Jones designed it. The Hassan II Trophy has been played here since 1971 except for 2011 to 2015, when it moved to Agadir. The European Tour ran the event from 2010 to 2019.
Highlights:
  • 🕋 Marvel at the unfinished Hassan Tower minaret
  • 🕌 Visit the stunning Mausoleum of Mohammed V
  • 🏰 Explore the historic Kasbah of the Udayas and gardens
Garden Route
Scenic vineyards and coastal cliffs
The 2003 Presidents Cup at Fancourt ended in a tie. Ernie Els and Tiger Woods went to a sudden-death playoff. Gary Player designed three courses there, including The Links. Pinnacle Point is on coastal cliffs above the Indian Ocean. Pezula and Simola are near Knysna.
Highlights:
  • 🍤 Savor fresh seafood at a coastal village
  • 🏞️ Explore Tsitsikamma National Park’s canopy walkway over cliffs
  • 🚗 Drive scenic Garden Route, stop at Knysna Heads
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