SA Golf and Leisure Vacations 5th Edition 2015 by SA Golf and Leisure Vacations

Golf and Leisure Vacations Including Southern Africa

“We have a vision … in which black and white shall live and work together as equals in conditions of peace and prosperity.” – Oliver Tambo

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Travel on The Blue Train and Enjoy your Window to the soul of Africa The Blue Train is one of South Africa’s most well-known tourism icons, has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving 5-star hotel. The name is synonymous with ultimate luxury and personal service.

Luxury Better when Shared — before or after — Complimentary “Value Add”

As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, guests can savour exquisite meals freshly prepared on board by top chefs. Our meals are complemented by the best wines South Africa has to offer. The Blue Train suites live up to its reputation for splendour and magnificence. The finest bed linen, marble tiles, gold bathroom fittings and sheer opulence, all ensure that guests will always remember the time spent on The Blue Train.

Hanlie Kotze, Acting Executive Manager of The Blue Train, comments: “For over 65 years The Blue Train has enjoyed the international reputation as one of the world’s unsurpassed luxury experiences. Corporate clients can tailor-make their charter, such as a Golfing or Safari Charter with train stops near golf courses or game lodges located along a rail route. When involving rail networks compatible with The Blue Train’s technology, any option is possible! Full catering and bar facilities are available on board.

Corporate companies can tailor-make their own Blue Train route. The train can be chartered for strategic meetings, product launches, VIP cocktail parties, Christmas lunches, dinners and even weddings, with a variety of different route options.

Popular tailor-made charters can be planned to include stops at major events, e.g. the Vodacom Durban July, the Sun City Nedbank Golf Challenge, and the J&B Met Cape Town.”

The Conference Car, found in one of the two train sets, accommodates up to 22 delegates, is fully equipped with audio-visual and technical equipment for exclusive business meetings or small conferences.

Sheraton - Pretoria Overlooking the Union Buildings, seat of South Africa's government and designed to guarantee maximum comfort and hospitality.

Castello Di Monte, Pretoria Find paradise at this Tuscan style estate offering pure luxury, elegance and spectacular views.

Taj Cape Town Centrally located, magnificent city and Table mountain views, combining history and elegance.

The Westin, Cape Town Offering world class facilities and services, with sweeping views and access to the ICC and Waterfront.

ENQU I RI ES & RE SERVAT I ONS Pretoria Tel: +27 12-334-8459 Cape Town Tel: +27 21-449-2672 Visit our web site for departure dates and prices. info@bluetrain.co.za www.bluetrain.co.za

Ask for the Special Offer including: one overnight stay, before or after, breakfast and transfer between the hotel and the station, either in Pretoria or Cape Town.

The Special Offer is valid until end 2015 (Subject to availability) Terms & Conditions apply.

New Jeep Grand Cherokee ®

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A TECHNOLOGICAL EVOLUTION OF THE SPECIES

Jeep® invented the premium sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment more than 2 decades ago and set new standards with the introduction of the Grand Cherokee. Today, after more than 5 million sales worldwide, the most awarded large SUV ever, continues to evolve and boasts a new exterior and interior design, new advanced technological features and enhanced on-road and off-road manners thanks to its all-new eight-speed automatic transmission. Fitted as standard across the entire line-up, the new transmission significantly reduces fuel consumption and emissions while improving acceleration and securing smoother and faster gear shifting. New exterior and interior design features uniquely characterize all trim levels of the Grand Cherokee line-up and include new bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights (DRLs), new wheel designs and new interior/exterior colour combinations. Features of the new Jeep Grand Cherokee include: • New eight-speed automatic transmission • New exterior design with LED headlights and enhanced, handcrafted interiors • New 8.4-inch touchscreen with new

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7-inch TFT customer configurable cluster display • Advanced safety features include new Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Forward Collision Warning with Crash Mitigation and new Selec-Speed Control • Three 4x4 systems, Quadra-Lift air suspension and Jeep Selec-Terrain and Selec-Track traction management systems The Jeep Grand Cherokee’s interior is irresistible. Its lavish treatment of the instrument panel, finely appointed door trims, and upscale interior finishes are a treat for all your senses and add even more refinement to the Jeep flagship. Premium craftsmanship and appointments abound. The personal touch extends throughout the cabin - including the exquisite stitching accents in the dash and seats, luxury door panels with high-quality wood trim, a leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel, bright chrome accent rings and chrome interior door handles. New features are also offered in terms of infotainment which include the new UConnect 8.4-inch touchscreen and satellite navigation system and the all-new for the brand 7” TFT customer configurable cluster display. An exclusive feature of the highperformance Grand Cherokee SRT model is the state-of-the-art nineteen-speaker,

825-watt Harman Kardon surround sound audio system. Legendary Jeep capability comes courtesy of three four-wheel drive systems - QuadraTrac II, Quadra-Drive II and SRT-exclusive Quadra-Trac, the Jeep Quadra-Lift air suspension and the Selec-Terrain and Selec-Track traction management systems. When it comes to safety, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee offers the most advanced safety features, including updated Forward Collision Warning with Crash Mitigation and all-new Selec-Speed Control: both complement the vehicle’s already rich array of standard active and passive safety systems. A 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine is available on Limited and Overland trim levels, whilst a 5.7-litre V8 petrol engine is fitted exclusively to Overland. An economical 3.0-litre diesel engine is a popular alternative. The highperformance SRT model is powered by a powerful 6.4-litre V8 HEMI engine delivering a staggering 344 kW. The new 8-speed automatic transmission is paired with all engine derivatives in the Grand Cherokee range. The new Jeep Grand Cherokee sets extraordinary standards for performance, luxury and attention to detail.

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the publisher and editor welcome you Mostly surrounded by impressive landscape, golf courses in South Africa offer unforgettable golfing and leisure getaways. Every day is a great day for golf, sightseeing and relaxation in South Africa. The country boasts some of the most scenic golf courses, hotels, spas, beaches and game lodges. Whether it is a golf course high above the cliffs of raging seas or deep in the wilderness among wildlife, golfers can enjoy great golf, good wine, wellness and unique getaways. With access to over 500 golf courses golf tourists to South Africa and the rest of Southern Africa receive best value for money. The legendary fairways, world class facilities and scenic landscapes will deliver the ultimate exotic leisure experiences. Add to these some of the best wines, some adventure and beach choices, and you will have irresistible options to enjoy the very best of Africa. Another key element to our golf, leisure and business tourism attractions is the friendliness and hospitality of our people. Our key stakeholder partnerships help us to understand the tourists’ needs. Kindly visit our website for more information. We hope you enjoy reading this 5th edition of our book. Happy reading, happy travelling! Kwakye Donkor Publisher

We welcome you to enjoy African hospitality. Be moved by the heartbeat and rhythm that our diverse cultures and people offer. The expansive landscapes, the possibilities to encounter wildlife in their natural habitat, the vibrant modern cities and the ethnic local communities weave a tapestry, that as you travel within South Africa and our region, you will be enriched by the extraordinary experiences encountered. Geographically you will find yourself embraced by the powerful Indian and Atlantic oceans. The floral kingdoms, living deserts, towering mountains, treacherous ravines and canyons are breath taking, containing a world of possibilities to inspire you. The weather and excellent facilities is every sun lover and sport enthusiast's dream. Golfers have hundreds of golf course choices, with Links, Parkland, Woodland, Bushveld, Coastal, Resort and Desert course types, designed by the world’s best golf architects, to test ones skills. To keep you on top of the game, golf professionals can guide and instruct and the Pro shops provide the most suitable equipment. On our website are the links to book your travel Arrangements and rounds of golf, check the weather. Select destinations and accommodation options. Choose spas to rejuvenate mind, body and soul. Get acquainted with wine estates and order fine wines, learn about heritage highlights as well as safari and wildlife reserves, lodges and camps. Once you’re here, support conservation initiatives and get involved in local and regional projects, which will contribute towards achieving sustainable development. Explore the many investment options and economic opportunities which in turn will increase prosperity for all. Through these pages embark on your journey. Our people, destinations and countries look forward to meeting you. Stefan Gennrich Editor

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INTRODUCTION 1 Motivation 2 Mercedes-Benz 4 Blue Train 6 Jeep 8 Diners Club 10 Publisher and Editor 11 Mantis Collection 12 Contents 13 Preferred Hotel Group 14 Minister of Tourism 15 SA Airlink 16 SA Tourism 17 Mango 18 PGA SA 19 PGA South Africa 20 Fair Trade 21 Fair Trade Tourism 22 Inspirations Travel 23 Maps 24 South Africa 28 South African Provinces 31 SETE Sports & Tourism Exchange 32 Cape Town, Western Cape 33 North Coast iLembe KwaZulu-Natal 34 Buffalo City, Eastern Cape

36 RETOSA 37 Air Botswana 38 Lesotho Swaziland 39 Anantara, Bazaruto 40 Mozambique 41 Ibo Island Lodge, Quirimbas 42 Madagascar Malawi 43 Tanzania Publisher: Kwakye Donkor Project Management: Reflective Project Director and Editor: Stefan Gennrich Contact: Tel: +27 (0) 21 786 1198/4119 Fax: +27 (0)88 021 786 1198 info@sagolfandleisure.co.za

44 SENE Summit Expeditions Tanzania 45 Democratic Republic of Congo Angola 46 Namibia 47 Strand Hotel Swakopmund, Namibia

66 Selbourne

91 Hunter Hotels

South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal

Garden Route, Western Cape

67 The Estuary

92 De Hoop

South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal

Whale Coast, Western Cape

68 Champagne Sports Resort

93 Kagga Kamma

Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal

Koue Bokkeveld, Western Cape 94 African Sun Hotels Zimbabwe 95 Desert & Delta Botswana

69 Conrad Pezula

48 Botswana 49 Desert & Delta, Botswana 50 Zambia Zimbabwe 51 Mauritius Seychelles

Garden Route, Western Cape

GOLF 52 Motivation 53 SA Golf Association 54 PGA South Africa 55 Sunshine Tour 56 Peter Matkovich Design 57 Matkovich Group 58 Ernie Els Profile 59 Hyatt Regency Oubaai

73 Devonvale

Garden Route, Western Cape

60 Royal Johannesburg & Kensington, Joburg Open Gauteng

61 Legend Golf & Safari Resort Waterberg, Limpopo

62 Leopard Creek Dunhill Championship, Mpumalanga

63 Buffalo City, Africa Open, East London, Eastern Cape

64 Prince's Grant North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal

65 iLembe Golf North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal Sales and Marketing Director: Clare James Webmaster: Dylan James Media Design: Forge Education, Gretel Jacobs www.sagolfandleisure.co.za www.southafrica.net www.retosa.co.za www.pgasa.com

70 St. Francis Links Garden Route, Western Cape

71 Pinnacle Point Garden Route, Western Cape

72 Mossel Bay Garden Route, Western Cape Stellenbosch, Western Cape

74 De Zalze Stellenbosch, Western Cape

75 Royal Cape Cape Town, Western Cape

76 Sishen Kathu, Northern Province 77 Phakalane Gaberone Botswana 78 Nkonyeni Manzini Swaziland 79 Sea Cliff Zanzibar Tanzania 80 African Sun Hotels Zimbabwe

WILDLIFE AND HERITAGE 82 Motivation 83 Conserving heritage 84 SA National Parks 85 Sacred Sites 86 World Heritage Sites 87 Maropeng Gauteng 88 Tau Game Lodge Madikwe, North West

89 Entabeni Waterberg Limpopo 90 White Elephant Safari

WINE 96 Motivation 97 Cape Winemakers Guild 98 Groot Constantia Cape Town, Western Cape 99 Ernie Els Wines Stellenbosch, Western Cape

100 Plettenberg Bay Winelands Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

101 Cape Point Vineyards Cape Peninsula, Western Cape

WELLNESS 102 Motivation 103 SA Spa Association 104 Red Carnation Hotels 105 Lake Pleasant Garden Route, Western Cape

106 Sacred Mountain Spa Cape Peninsula, Western Cape

107 Mangwanani African Spa 108 The Gorge South Coast, KwaZula-Natal

109 Camelot Spa INVESTMENT 110 Motivation 111 Caban 112 Farewell

Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal Contributors & Photography Service Providers and SA Golf and Leisure Vacations Printers: Interpak Books, Pietermaritzburg

Published 2014 for 2015 ISBN 978-0-620-63075-7

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Cape Royale Hotel & Spa, Cape Town The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore

The Stafford London, England

Hotel Balzac, Paris

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MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER South Africa is a treasure trove of tourism delights. High on the list is the friendliness and warmth of our people. Our tourist offerings are just as diverse as our people. We boast vibrant music and dance, fine arts and crafts, film and photography, and fashion and design that shape and define us as a nation. Our museums and theatres, our festivals and events, and the abundance of sport and leisure activities make up this valuable offering. These are unique jewels which reflect our rich history, culture, heritage and spectacular beauty.

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Amongst our various niche markets, the role of sports tourism is rapidly growing in significance. Sports tourism has become a growing global phenomenon and an increasingly growing market. The growth of sports tourism has been driven by increased global interest in sporting events on the back of the massive expansion in satellite and digital coverage. South Africa has more than 500 golf courses of international standard located in the nine provinces and our country is widely known as a golfing destination of note. We are host to a significant number of various tournaments that attract international attention. Indeed, the relationship between sport and tourism is symbiotic. While sport furthers tourism by offering an ever increasing range of valued visitor experiences, tourism provides the spectacular backdrop against which to host these events. Come and experience it for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you to our greens and wishing you a happy tee-off! Derek Hanekom Minister of Tourism

Ad d ress 17 Trevena Road, Tourism House, Sunnyside Pretoria 0001 Contac t Call Center: +27 (0) 860 121 929 Switch Board Number: +27 (0) 12 444 6000 www.tourism.gov.za

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Lusaka Kasane Maun

Windhoek

Livingstone

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Bulawayo

Antananarivo

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Polokwane Gaborone Johannesburg

Sishen Kimberley Upington Bloemfontein

Harare

Nampula

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Phalaborwa Skukuza Nelspruit Maputo Sikhuphe Richards Bay Pietermaritzburg Durban

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MESSAGE FROM THE South African Tourism CEO South Africa welcomes you to one of the most exciting golfing destinations on earth.

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FROM RUNWAY TO FAIRWAY Four times a week

South Africa was made for golf. With a perfect climate and a wealth of incredible landscapes, the country boasts some of the most beautiful and unique golf courses on earth. Not only is our country stunning, it has also bred some of the best golfers the world has seen, many of whom have gone on to design their own courses. Two of South African golfing legends, Gary Player’s courses, were named in the leading US golf magazine, Golf Digest’s top 100 golf courses in the world, earlier this year. They are Leopard Creek, on the border of the world famous Kruger National Park and The Links at Fancourt, near George in the Western Cape. These and other leading courses attract a number of global golfing events, including numerous European Tour events to South Africa each year, bringing top golfers to the country, and in turn, showcasing the destination to golfing enthusiasts from around the world. But it is not only the quality of our courses, and the uniqueness of our golfing experiences that sets South Africa apart as a golfing destination. South Africa is definitely a fun destination that offers golfing enthusiasts an array of the best accommodation, cuisine, and tourist activities at very competitive prices. So, whether it is golf in Mpumalanga or Limpopo against the backdrop of our lush green scenery or you are taking time to enjoy our thousands of kilometres of dramatic coastline, I trust that your stay here with us will give you the opportunity to discover South Africa for yourself. I promise you that it is not just what you see on the course that you will remember. I am certain that you will be touched by the warm-hearted South African people, our rich culture and deep history. You will not only see South Africa, but your experience of our country will be enhanced in all that you will taste, smell and hear. I guarantee you that the beautiful experience you will have in our country will live on in your memory and bring you back again. Thulani Nzima SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Mango has increased its flight schedule between George and Johannesburg with an additional mid-week flight; offering Mango Guests more choice and greater convenience. And here are a few more great reasons to fly Mango: • Book now and pay later using an Edgars or Jet Thank U Account Card • Arrive on time with SA’s most on-time domestic airline* • Check-in, download your boarding pass, manage your travel arrangement and be ﬁrst to ﬁnd out about promotions and special fares with Mango’s NEW and enhanced mobi-app suite available on iPhone, Blackberry 10 and Android smartphones** • Enjoy more legroom and greater comfort with new seats rolling out on all our aircraft

Visit www.flymango.com or call 086 100 1234 Terms and conditions apply * Over the past seven years, Mango has been the most on-time low-cost domestic airline on average.** Mango’s mobi-app is available on Blackberry 10 devices only. In accordance with Apple’ rules, Apple users with the existing mobi-app will need to delete the OLD mobi-app in order to download the NEW mobi-app. Mango’s mobi-app is in beta phase.

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message from the professional golfers association of south Africa South Africa invites you to enjoy and test your skills at any of our many, world acclaimed golf courses. To say that South Africa is a wonderful golfing destination is an understatement! South Africa’s climate makes it the ideal country for spending enjoyable hours in the sun on the golf course. South Africans’ love for the game ensures that you are spoilt for choice. Whether you want the challenge of a course close to the ocean or prefer your ball flying far at high altitudes, a safari round in the bush or far seeing vistas of purple mountains, South Africa has first rate options. Playing championship courses whose names have an aura of distinction such as Leopard Creek, Gary Player Country Club at Sun City, Royal Johannesburg and Kensington, Durban Country Club, to other excellent layouts, you are guaranteed to have a great game of golf. Few places in the world can boast courses where you are surrounded by everything from the Big Five to Table Mountain and breaching Southern Right Whales. Our legendary hospitality and culinary skills produce an abundance of 5-star accommodation venues and world class restaurants. On an African summer’s night, we love to get together for a traditional braai and world acclaimed brandy or two, join us for a day of wine tasting in the vineyards or a sunset game drive in the bush. The Professional Golfers Association of South Africa encourages the lifelong friendships, camaraderie and fun in golf. Our PGA Professionals are just a click away for custom fitting, retail and bespoke lessons through a visit to the PGA Website. Our PGA Professionals are as passionate about the game and the people playing it as they are about their diverse and beautiful country. Come to South Africa, take a deep breath, swing freely and add memorable shots to your golfing bucket list! Ivano Ficalbi

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forward by fair trade tourism What could Maropeng, a boutique hotel and visitor attraction, located in the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and De Zalze Golf Course, situated in the picturesque winelands of Stellenbosch, possibly have in common? Both businesses are featured in the 2015 edition of South Africa Golf and Leisure Vacations and both are certified by Fair Trade Tourism (FTT), a non-profit organisation established in South Africa in 2004 to promote responsible tourism. Tourism businesses that adhere to the FTT standard use the FTT label as a way of signifying their commitment to fair and responsible tourism. This includes fair wages and working conditions, fair purchasing and operations, equitable distribution of benefits and respect for human rights, culture and the environment. The Fair Trade Tourism label is not only available for accommodation and attractions such as Maropeng, activities such as De Zalze Golf Course, but also facilities such as spas, food services such as gourmet restaurants, and volunteer programmes (“voluntourism”), an increasingly popular way of combining travel with an opportunity to “give back”. A look at the list of FTT-certified tourism businesses found on the website www.fairtrade.travel reveals an astoundingly diverse portfolio. The common thread is the ethos underpinning the operations of all of these businesses. Travellers to southern Africa can now truly have it all – the ultimate in biodiversity, with the region’s wealth of fauna and flora, a rich cultural heritage, an epicurean delight of food and wines, a burgeoning array of both “hard” and “soft” adventures – and the peace of mind that their holiday has made a positive contribution to the people and the places that made their holiday happen. As the offerings in this book expand beyond the shores of South Africa, so too has the FTT certification programme, with the possibility of a Fair Trade Holiday now also encompassing Madagascar and soon to include regions as diverse as Namibia, Mozambique and Tanzania.

PO Bo x 12844 Queenswood Pretoria 0121 South Africa contac t +27 (0)12 342 2945/3642 Fair Trade Tourism www.fairtrade.travel FTTourism Fair-Trade-Tourism

Can sustainable tourism and luxur y travel be compatible – or do they lie at the opposite ends of the travel spectrum? It is the firm belief of Fair Trade Tourism (FTT), that the two not only can but should go hand in glove. Being a responsible traveller means having an amazing experience while at the same time giving back to the people and the environment you have visited. It is a commitment to honouring the people and places that made your holiday happen. Featured below are some of FTT certified businesses in the luxury portfolio: GROOTBOS PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE

Grootbos is renowned for its conservation of the pristine Cape fynbos (with more than 650 indigenous species) on this 1700 hectare private nature reserve. Its conservation achievements are supplemented by the Grootbos Foundation’s extensive development activities including environmental education activities at the Green Futures School and support for local youth and sport, most notably through its Spaces for Sport programme. Location: Near Gansbaai, Western Cape Website: www.grootbos.com

JAN HARMSGAT COUNTRY HOUSE

Kathy Bergs

This stunning Cape Dutch country house in the hills of the Little Karoo/wine lands is very active in ensuring local staff is given every opportunity to develop their skills and advance to new roles within the business. The business supports other small local business and community projects to further advance its positive socio-economic impact. Location: Near Swellendam, Western Cape Website: www.jhghouse.com

General Manager

LERIBA HOTEL AND SPA

Experience the best that this region has to offer. Feel the difference … make a difference! ad d ress 34A Hatfield Corner 1270 Stanza Bopape Colbyn Pretoria South Africa

Responsible Luxury Travel.

Leriba Hotel and Spa, a 4 and 5 Star (TGCSA) hotels, is nestled on 12 hectares of indigenous forest on the banks of the Hennops River. It’s strategically located and easily accessible from Pretoria and Johannesburg. The hotel is a walking distance to Centurion City and Centurion Gautrain Station, 35 minutes to Johannesburg, 45 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport and 10 minutes to Pretoria. We offer complimentary shuttle services to and from the station, as well as the Centurion area. Location: Centurion, Gauteng Website: www.leriba.co.za

MOTSWARI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Motswari is a 4 star lodge situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Providing local employment, staff development and investment in community initiatives such as health and education. Motswari is involved in conservation research projects in the area and it also maintain a family friendly staff village which improves the quality of life for employees. Location: Timbavati Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga Website: www.motswari.com

PAKAMISA LODGE

Pakamisa Lodge is situated in its own Malaria- Free Private Game Reserve, amidst pristine African wilderness perched high on the slopes of Pakamisa mountain and overlooking the rolling hills of Zululand. Pakamisa Lodge demonstrates sustainable and responsible tourism

practises through maintaining pristine bushveld. This is Pakamisa Lodge’s primary focus and includes alien vegetation eradication and expanding and restoring natural habitat, transforming overgrazed land into fertile grazing areas for wildlife, as well as eco-tourism principles. Guest has the privilege of participating in tailor-made activities based on personal preferences. Location: Pakamisa Farm, Magudu district, D429, Pongola Website: www.pakamisa.co.za

SABI SABI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Four lodges comprise Sabi Sabi’s operations in the Greater Kruger Sabi area where community investment activities focus on long-term commitment to specific initiatives that benefit the communities in the areas where Sabi Sabi staff reside; including the Lillydale Environmental Education Centre. In addition, staff enjoys the benefit of programmes that include adult literacy, English proficiency, financial planning, business orientation, and HIV/AIDS awareness. Location: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga Website: www.sabisabi.com

SPIER

The responsible tourism ethic at Spier, a 5 star hotel on the Spier Wine Estate, is exemplary, which is probably why it was one of the very first businesses certified by FTT. It has a comprehensive strategy to achieve triple-bottom line sustainability targets including carbon emissions, water and water management, energy use and poverty eradication that are ambitiously addressed and then documented for public reference on their website. Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape Website: www.spier.co.za

TSWALU KALAHARI

Tswalu is dedicated to its staff and community as well as to the conservation of the Kalahari. Considerable resources are invested in community health with a clinic being available on site to all staff, their families and the surrounding community. In addition, adult education is provided via the full-time employment of an ABET teacher to assist staff in advancing the education of members of staff. There is an extensive team at Tswalu dedicated exclusively to conservation and research activities, with the establishment of the Tswalu Foundation to support related conservation research. Location: Kalahari, Northern Cape Website: www.tswalu.com

Visit the FTT website for list of FTT-certified businesses: www.fairtrade.travel

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WELCOME TO SOUTH AFRICA, BE INSPIRED

Welcome! The variety, the adventure, the options and the diversity available when visiting South Africa are near endless. Visit our world to explore in one country. Individuals, families, groups with common interests, sport- and music lovers will all be overwhelmed by choice. KEY FACTS Official name: Republic of South Africa. Form of state: A federal state, comprising a national government and nine provincial governments. Legal system: Based on Roman-Dutch law and the 1996 Constitution. Measures: metric system. Time: Two hours ahead of GMT. Internet domain: .za. CAPITALS Pretoria (administrative); Cape Town (legislative); Bloemfontein (judicial). OFFICIAL LANGUAGES 11 – English, isiZulu, isiXhosa, isiNdebele, Afrikaans, siSwati, Sesotho sa Leboa, Sesotho, Setswana, Tshivenda, Xitsonga. CURRENCY South African rand (R) = 100 cents. The 2012 Fifth Issue Banknotes feature Nelson Mandela on the obverse of all notes. The reverse of the bank notes denominations: R10 Rhinoceros, R20 Elephant, R50 Lions, R100 Cape Buffaloes, R200 Leopards. Coins: 5c Blue Crane; 10c Arum Lily; 20c Protea; 50c Strelitzia; R1 Springbok; R2 Kudu; R5 Wildebeest. GEOGRAPHY Area: 1 219 090 km2. Agriculture: 81.6% of total land area. Arable land: 12.1% of total. Irrigated land: 10.15% of arable land.

COAT OF ARMS This state emblem is the highest visual symbol of the State. The Coat of Arms is also a central part of the Great Seal, the highest emblem of the State. South Africa’s Coat of Arms was launched on Freedom Day, 27 April 2000, reflecting the government's aim to highlight the democratic change in South Africa and a new sense of patriotism.

Climate South Africa has a temperate climate and is known for its long sunny days, hence the title: 'Sunny South Africa'. Most of the provinces have summer rainfall, except for the Western Cape (winter rainfall). Winter is from May to August; Spring from September to October; Summer from November to February and Autumn is from March to April.

SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG The national flag was first used on 27 April 1994. The design and colours are a synopsis of principal elements of the country's flag history. Individual colours, or colour combinations represent different meanings for different people and therefore no universal symbolism should be attached to any of the colours.

Water Tap water is potable. However, ensure that you take bottled water with you when travelling to remote rural areas and the bush.

The central design of the flag, can be interpreted as the convergence of diverse elements within South African society, taking the road ahead in unity. NATIONAL ANTHEM Nkosi Sekelel' iAfrika and Die Stem /The Call of South Africa were merged in 1997 to form the current anthem. It is the only neo-modal national anthem in the world, by virtue of being the only one that starts in one key and finishes in another. The lyrics employ the five most populous of South Africa's eleven official languages – isiXhosa (first stanza, first two lines), isiZulu (first stanza, last two lines), seSotho (second stanza), Afrikaans (third stanza) and English (final stanza).

Electricity The South African electricity supply is 220/230 volts AC 50 HZ. With a few exceptions (in deep rural areas) electricity is available almost everywhere. HEALTH AND SAFETY South Africa is well-known for its medical skill since Professor Christiaan Barnard performed the first successful heart transplant in 1967. There are many world-class private hospitals and medical centres around the country, especially in the urban centres. Most of South Africa is malaria-free, but always check with the game reserves you're planning to visit and take precautions if necessary. Make sure you have the latest safety tips from the establishment where you will be staying and take common sense precautions as you would when travelling anywhere.

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NATIONAL BIRD: BLUE CRANE The Blue Crane (Anthropoides paradisea), today critically endangered, is a tall, grounddwelling bird of the crane family. It stands a little over a metre high and is pale blue-gray in colour with a white crown, a pink bill, and long, dark gray wingtip feathers which trail to the ground. The Blue Crane is very special to the amaXhosa, calling it indwe. A man distinguished by deeds of valour, or meritorious conduct during battle, was often decorated with feathers by a chief. The chief would organised an ukundzabela ceremony at which Blue Crane feathers would be presented. Men honoured wore the feathers sticking out of their hair, were known as men of ugaba (trouble). When trouble arose, these men would reinstate peace and order. NATIONAL FISH: GALJOEN The Galjoen (Coracinus capensis), a game fighter, is found only along the coast of South Africa mostly in shallow water, rough surf, known to every angler. Near rocks, Galjoen is almost black, while in sandy areas the colour is silver-bronze. In KwaZulu-Natal, also known as blackfish or black bream. Record size is over 55 cm and 7 kg, however the average is much smaller. Its scales are very firmly attached and its fins are well-developed with prominent spines.

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NATIONAL ANIMAL: THE SPRINGBOK The Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) (Afrikaans: spring = jump; bok = antelope, deer, or goat) is a small brown and white gazelle standing about 75 cm high. The males weigh up to 50 kg and females up to 37 kg. Springbok have a pocket-like skin flap which extends along the middle of the back on to the tail. When lifting this flap, the white hairs underneath stand up in a conspicuous 'fan'. NATIONAL FLOWER: PROTEA The King Protea, (Protea cynaroides), flower head is the largest Protea genus. Also known as Giant Protea, Honeypot or King Sugar Bush, it is widely distributed in the Cape fynbos region, with varieties in colour and leaf shapes. 92% of the species occur only in the Cape Floral Region, a narrow belt of mountainous coastal land from Clanwilliam to Grahamstown, South Africa.

NATIONAL TREE: THE YELLOWWOOD Real Yellowwood is primeval and present in South Africa for more than 100 million years, widespread from Table Mountain, the southern and eastern Cape coast, Drakensberg ravines, the Soutpansberg and the Blouberg in Limpopo. In forests, they can grow up to 40 m in height with the trunk base sometimes up to 3 m in diameter. In contrast, trees growing in unsheltered places are often short, bushy and gnarled.

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THE BIG FIVE Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhinoceros and Buffalo. The term "Big Five" was coined by big game hunters describing the most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot. THE little FIVE

The bark of the real yellowwood is khakicoloured to grey when it is old, deeply split and peels off in strips.

Each of the "little" species is a contradiction in size to the well-known Big Five animals in Africa. One part of each of the Little Five English name's relates to one of the famous bigger five animals.

The crown is relatively small in relation to its height and is often covered with grey lichen. Male and female cones resemble pine cones, white, light green or pink.

South Africa has some of the world's richest biodiversity hotspots, with remarkable birdlife, abundant buck, small game and bizarre insects.

THE ANT LION (Myrmeleontidae) is an odd yet familiar feature of the bushveld. It digs conical depressions in dry, soft sand with which to trap ants, its prey. In advanced stages this larvae-like creature has wings and sometimes resembles a dragonfly, although not well-adapted for flight. Ant lions are normally found at night, in search of a mate. The adult are rarely seen in the wild because typically they are active in the evening. RED-BILLED BUFFALO WEAVERS (Bubarlornis niger) are social birds that build their nests in the forked branches of tall trees. They nest in open colonies and are a noisy and busy lot. The weavers' nests can be recognised by their bedraggled state, made from coarse grasses and untidy twig structures. These birds are the easiest of the little five to find and observe.

THE RHINOCEROS BEETLE (Scarabaeinae dynastinae) is one of the largest beetles in southern Africa, with horns on its head much like those of its larger namesake. Both males and females are horned, using these to dig, climb and mate. Only males use their horns to fight rivals. THE LEOPARD TORTOISE (Geochelone pardalis) with its black and yellow spotted shell are a striking feature in the bushveld, living close to water. Males are larger than the females. A mature leopard tortoise can weigh over 23 kg, with a shell circumference of up to one meter. Younger tortoises have dark brown patterns, while adult shells take on shades of yellow with somewhat smaller spots. ELEPHANT SHREWS (Elephantulus myurus) named for its elongated snout, are found all over South Africa. This tiny insectivore lives in arid lowlands, rocky outcrops and savannah grasslands. They feed on insects, fruit, seeds and nuts. They in turn are food for snakes and raptors, making them shy and wary. If you see an elephant shrew before an elephant, you can count your safari a real success!

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Gauteng: quick facts

Free State: quick facts

Eastern Cape: quick facts

Northern Cape: quick facts

North West: quick facts

Western Cape: quick facts

Gauteng, in Sesotho means "place of gold", and produces 40% of the world’s golf reserves. With only 1.4% of South Africa's land area, the tiny province of Gauteng punches way above its weight, contributing 33% to the national economy and a phenomenal 10% to the GDP of the entire African continent.

The Free State lies in the heart of South Africa, with the Kingdom of Lesotho nestling in the hollow of its bean-like shape. Lying between the Vaal River in the north and the Orange River in the south, the region is one of flat, rolling grassland and crop fields, rising to lovely sandstone mountains in the northeast, and is the granary of South Africa and houses the Supreme Court of Appeal, in Mangaung (Bloemfontein).

The Eastern Cape, lying on the southeastern South African coast, is a region of great natural beauty, particularly the rugged cliffs, rough seas and dense green bush of the stretch known as the Wild Coast. The province is the hub of South Africa's motor industry, earmarked as a key area for growth and economic development, with two harbours and four airports.

The vast and arid Northern Cape is the largest province, taking up nearly a third of South Africa's land area. Yet it has the country's smallest population, around 1 million people, with an extremely roomy population density of three people per square kilometre. The province lies to the south of the mighty Orange River. Carnarvon is home to the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and Sutherland the site of the southern hemisphere's largest astronomical observatory, SALT.

North West lies in the north of South Africa on the Botswana border, and fringed by the Kalahari desert in the west. It is known as the Platinum Province for the wealth of the metal it has underground. Two of SA's eight Unesco World Heritage sites fall within North West: the Vredefort Dome, the world's largest visible meteor-impact crater, and the Taung hominid fossil site, at the Cradle of Humankind.

Cape Town nestles in the curve of Table Mountain at the start of the hook-shaped Cape Peninsula, which ends in the jagged cliffs of Cape Point. The Western Cape lies on southern tip of Africa. The most-southern point is at Cape Agulhas, some 200 km east of Cape Town. Home to the smallest of the world's six floral kingdoms, the Cape Floral Kingdom, characterised by fynbos and the protea family, contains more plant species than the whole of Europe.

Capital: Johannesburg Languages: 19.8% isiZulu, 13.3% English, 12.4% Afrikaans, 11.6% Sesotho (2011) Share of SA population: 23.9% Area: 16 548 km² Share of total SA area: 1.4% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/gauteng.htm

Capital: Manguang (Bloemfontein) Languages: 64.2% Sesotho, 12.7% Afrikaans, 7.5% isiXhosa (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 5.2% Area: 129 825 km² Share of total SA area: 10.6% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/free-state.htm

Capital: Bisho Major city: Port Elizabeth/Nelson Mandela Bay Languages: 78.8% isiXhosa, 10.6% Afrikaans, 5.6% English (Census 2011) Share of total SA population: 12.6% Area: 168 966 km² Share of total SA area: 13.9% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/eastern-cape.htm

Capital: Kimberley Languages: 53.8% Afrikaans, 33.1% Setswana (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 2.2% Area: 372 889 km² Share of total SA area: 30.5% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/northern-cape.htm

Capital: Mahikeng Major city: Potchefstroom Languages: 63.4% Setswana, 9% Afrikaans (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 6.8% Area: 106 512 km² Share of total SA area: 8.7% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/north-west.htm

Capital: Cape Town Languages: 49.7% Afrikaans, 24.7% isiXhosa, 20.2% English (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 11.3% Area: 129 462 km² Share of total area: 10.6% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/western-cape.htm

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The garden province of South Africa, KwaZuluNatal is a subtropical region of lush and wellwatered valleys, washed by the warm Indian Ocean. One of the country's most popular tourist destinations, the province stretches from Port Edward in the south to the borders of Swaziland and Mozambique to the north. The sugar-cane plantations along the Indian Ocean coastal belt are the mainstay of KwaZuluNatal's agriculture.

Limpopo is South Africa's northernmost province, lying within the great curve of the Limpopo River. It is a region of contrasts, from true bushveld country to majestic mountains, primeval indigenous forests, unspoilt wilderness and patchworks of farmland. Besides the Kruger National Park, there are 54 provincial reserves and several luxury private game reserves, and is home to the Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape, one of the country's eight World Heritage sites.

Mpumalanga – "the place where the sun rises" – is a province with spectacular scenic beauty and an abundance of wildlife, lying in the northeast of South Africa, and is bordered by the countries of Mozambique and Swaziland to the east and Gauteng to the west. In the eastern region lies the southern half of the magnificent Kruger National Park, a nature reserve teeming with African wildlife in a total area roughly the size of Israel.

Capital: Pietermaritzburg Major city: Durban Languages: 77.8% isiZulu, 13.2% English (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 19.8 Area: 94 361 km² Share of total SA area: 7.7% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/kwazulu-natal.htm

Capital: Polokwane Languages: 52.9% Sepedi, 17% Xitsonga, 16.7% Tshivenda (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 10.4% Area: 125 755 km² Share of total SA area: 10.3% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/limpopo.htm

Capital: Mbombela (previously Nelspruit) Languages: 27.7% siSwati, 24.1% isiZulu, 10.4% Xistonga, 10.1% isiNdebele (Census 2011) Share of SA population: 7.8% Area: 76 495 km² Share of total SA area: 6.3% Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/ about/geography/mpumalanga.htm

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North Coast iLembe

REGIONS Ndwedwe, KwaDukuza-Stanger, Maphumulo, Mandeni

Cape Town, the heartbeat of the Western Cape has won international acclaim as a most spectacular and historically fascinating place to visit. The rich floral kingdom, pristine beaches, grandiose mountain, a globally renowned wine industry, fresh seafood and award winning restaurants, amongst the finest spa and wellness options plus a unique cultural mix makes this cosmopolitan city and environs an unforgettable visit. Anyone loving architecture will appreciate the Cape Dutch building style. The city's history and culture are inextricably linked with that of South Africa. From the days of the Khoisan, to the arrival of Jan van Riebeeck, from the dark days of apartheid to the democratic freedoms enjoyed today, you will be fascinated by the historical sites, the Iziko Museums and Planetarium, the South African National Gallery, Slave Lodge, Groot Constantia and the Castle of Good Hope, just to name a few venues worth visiting. It's a golfer's paradise, be spoilt for choice. Find many exceptional golf courses in greater Cape Town.

BEAC H ES Ballito, Thompson’s Bay, Shaka’s and Salt Rock, Sheffield, Tinley Manor, Blythedale, Zinkwazi, Tugela River Mouth

The ocean waters around the Cape of Good Hope offer good swells and excellent surfing conditions throughout the year. There are beautiful bays to dive, snorkel, kayak, waveboard and sail. Eating out in Cape Town, known as one of the world’s finest culinary capitals, assures a palatable pleasure. Sample the freshest seafood, try township specialties and groove to the local beat. Try Cape Malay cuisine, whilst sipping home-grown aperitifs, wines and brandies of distinction. For evenings out on the town, the variety of pubs, clubs, theatres and festivals offer a kaleidoscope of entertainment to suit every taste in music, arts and dance. No matter which way the winds blows or the sun shines, the extraordinary beauty, the natural diversity and people will endear you with the Mother City. We invite you to return again and again to enjoy this quintessential melting pot: a city alive with creativity, colour, sounds and taste.

The iLembe Region with its unique mix of luxury resorts and wide variety of affordable accommodation, has long been recognised as a prime domestic and international holiday destination. Patches of coastal forest give way to rolling green hills of sugar cane, which, in turn, spill into the rich hinterland of the province. Its ever-present sea views and magnificent beaches are what this holiday destination is all about and its warm-all-year-round weather means you can swim, sunbathe, surf and fish from early spring right through to winter’s end. The North Coast boasts a rich cultural heritage with strong Eastern, African, European and French Mauritian influences, a unique cultural mix, which provides fascinating insights into the history of this part of the world. Glittering natural assets abound. Local and global investors have invested some R2-billion in tourism projects in the past two years. Developers have recognised the value of its unspoilt natural environment and have adopted an approach that puts residents and guests directly in touch with the region’s natural beauty.

VINEYARDS & WINERY The development wine industry in KwaZulu-Natal has moved up a gear with the recent launch of the 1787 wine. The wine is produced in the North Coast of KwaZuluNatal, using cultivars that are suited to the humid coastal conditions. The iLembe Vineyards project is an agroprocessing business with an Agri tourism component. The ultimate goal of the project is to capitalise on the catalytic effect of a vineyard, and the ability to create economically viable projects and industries supporting and surrounding the vineyards. To date 10.1 ha of vines have been planted across three local municipalities. These vines were first harvested in February 2013. The iLembe Cooperative Winery has been built at Collisheen Estate just outside of Ballito and is equipped with machinery that have capacity of producing 120 000 bottles of wine per season. This project has created 49 direct jobs to date. The 1787 Brand is the year of King Shaka’s birth, the founder of the Zulu nation who ruled from the iLembe District. Local farmers with an expert viticulturist produce this dry, easy-drinking white wine, which can be paired with salads and fish. The only wine bottled from vineyards in Maphumulo, Ndwedwe and Mandeni in the iLembe District of KwaZulu-Natal.

GOLF Zimbali, uMhlali, Simbithi, Prince’s Grant, Darnall SIGH TS Nsuze, iLembe Winery, Albert Luthuli Museum, Shaka’s Monument, Fort Tenedos, Pearson and Ultimatim Tree NATURE RESERVES Harold Johnson, Amatikulu CONTAC T +27 (032) 946 1256 info@enterpriseilembe.co.za Sangweni Tourism Centre, Cnr Link Road and Ballito Drive, Ballito 4420 P.O. Box 593, Ballito 4420 www.enterpriseilembe.co.za Enterprise iLembe EnterpriseiL

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retosa Imagine falling asleep to the sounds of the bush, the roar of the hungry lion, and the high-pitched giggle of a hyena echoing in your ears. Spend days relaxing by the azure blue waters of a tropical island paradise. Why not explore the hustle and bustle of a traditional market where cultures long gone live on in the customs of today. Whether your interests lie in adventure, animals, culture or cuisine, the Southern African region, with its varied tapestry of landscapes has something for every traveller. CONTAC T Tel: +27 (0)11 315 2420 www.retosa.co.za

The Regional Tourism Organisation of Southern Africa (RETOSA) is a Southern African Development Community (SADC) body responsible for tourism growth and development. In part, the aims of RETOSA are to increase tourist arrivals to the region through sustainable development initiatives, improved regional competitiveness, and effective destination marketing. RETOSA Member States are Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique,

Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The organisation works together with Member Statesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tourism Ministries, Tourism Boards and private sector partners. All countries have golf clubs, resorts and estates with over 500 golf courses for players. Trans-boundary ecosystems are some of the most important shared resources among SADC Member States. They are at the interface of regional integration and require cooperation among Member States in their management in order to ensure their sustainability and to benefit local communities. There are 18 Transfrontier Conservation Areas that cut across the major eco-regions of the SADC Member States, aimed at preserving wildlife corridors and promoting sustainable management of natural resources and biodiversity. These important ecosystems in the region cover an area of around 500 000 kmÂ˛ and are in different development phases.

Johannesburg to Maun Air Botswana operates weekly flights between the iconic Okavango Delta and Africa's entertainment centre. So whether you are sipping on sundowners in the tranquil Delta or having cocktails in a trendy pub in Johannesburg, you get the best of both worlds. Book and pay online or call reservations or your nearest travel agent today. Tel: 011 390 3070/1/2/3, jnbsales@airbotswana.co.bw

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Lesotho This rugged country, with its majestic beauty and serene simplicity, is described as the ‘Mountain Kingdom’ or the ‘Kingdom in the Sky’.

Places to see: Maseru, Thaba Bosiu, Sehlabathebe National Park, Katse Dam in the Malibamatso Valley, Thabana Ntlenyana Tourism.

Capital: Maseru. Main languages: Sesotho, English. Size: 30 355 km2. Economy: Multi-sectoral light industries. Sells water to South Africa. Currency: Maloti. Climate: Summer temps 32°C+. Winter temps drop below freezing, snow common.

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Known as the ‘place of kings’, Swaziland is Africa’s smallest kingdom. It is a tranquil, mountainous country that has preserved its cultures and traditions in a unique blend of ancient and modern. Capital: Mbabane. Main languages: Siswati, English. Size: 17 364 km2. Economy: Agriculture (mostly sugar cane), forestry and textile manufacturing. Currency: Lilangeni. Climate: Rainfall December April. Summer lowveld temps reach 40°C, highveld winter drop below 15°C.

Places to see: Ezulwini and Malkerns Valleys, Hlane Royal National Park, Swazi cultural village in Mantenga Nature Reserve, King Sobhuza II Memorial Park, the Hlane Royal National Park, Mlawula and Malolotja Nature Reserves.

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mozambique Mozambique is fast becoming a premier holiday destination. The country’s natural beauty, exquisite beaches, islands, thriving wildlife and historic heritage makes it one of the gems of the African continent.

Capital: Maputo. Main languages: Portuguese, Swahili. Size: 801 590 km2. Economy: Tourism, agriculture. Maputo’s harbour is a high volume port to Southern Africa. Currency: New Metical. Climate: Tropical, summer temperatures + 30°C, winter temperatures 25°C.

Some interesting places to visit: • Maputo, formerly named Lourenço Marques with many historical, cultural and scenic highlights. • On the northern coastline find Pemba, the gateway to the romantic Quirimbas Archipelego and the Niassa National Reserve • The Bazaruto Archipelago 35 km off the mainland near Vilankulo. forms the largest Indian Ocean reserve, the Bazaruto Marine Park. The six islands, Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Banque, Santa Carolina and Shell, are accessible by boat or small aircraft. Water sports include snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing and water-skiing. Small antelope roam the islands, see fresh-water crocodiles, samango monkeys, over 240 bird species and the ocean is alive with whales, dolphins, manta rays and turtle. Some 100 dugongs survive here.

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The Quirimbas Islands lie off north eastern Mozambique, close to Pemba, the capital of the province of Cabo Delgado. Private islands, dazzling beaches and untouched reefs: a Quirimbas island holiday is as good as it gets: Medjumbe Private Island and Mogundula Island where you can stay at Ibo Island Lodge, these are also some of the finest marine properties. Ilha de Mozambique, a Unesco World Heritage Site, has unmatched historical heritage. It was a major base for the Arab traders long before Portuguese colonisation, and was Mozambique’s capital for nearly four centuries. Ilha is a magical mix of old Portuguese and ancient Muslim architecture. Fascinating places to visit – the museum in the Palacio do Governo and the fort, which contains the Church of Nossa Senhora Baluarte, almost certainly the oldest surviving European building in the southern hemisphere, dating back to 1522. The Gorongosa National Park stretches along the southern edge of the Great Rift Valley 80 km from Beira, with savannah grasslands, woodlands and rainforest. Game drives are run twice daily and hikes are led to the impressive 1 800 m high Mount Gorongosa. Wildlife and bird-life is prolific. More than 200 bird species having been identified, including the rare green-headed oriole.

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ibo island lodge Ibo Island Lodge is situated in the Quirimbas Archipelago. Steeped in history, rich in culture and nominated as a potential World Heritage Site, the island dates back to the early 1600’s, making it one of the most ancient settlements in Mozambique The lodge overlooks the bay where you can watch traditional dhows sail out to sea on each high tide. The lodge is made up of three original and beautifully restored mansions each over 100 years old. Each of the 14 rooms are individually designed and has maintained its old charm with high lofty ceilings and locally hand crafted furniture. There are three swimming pools, tropical gardens and everyone’s favorite spot is the roof terrace restaurant and bar that serves cocktails and has magnificent sunset views over the bay and later serves dinner under the stars. The waters surrounding Ibo Island host some of the most beautiful uninhabited islands, and beaches in the Archipelago, and the sand bank beach that guests boat out to each day is truly stunning and offers a totally unique beach experience. Ibo Island Lodge offers a number of activities included in the rate such as historical and cultural tours of the island, snorkeling and unguided kayaking. Other activities available at the lodge are scuba diving, dhow trips and dolphin and whale safari trips. Ibo Island Lodge has something to suit everyone! Ibo island Lodge wins or is runner up for five of the Mozambique prize categories in the recent Safari Awards!

LOC ATION Ibo Island, Quirimbas Islands 71 km from mainland, Pemba city S 12 20.8' E 040 36.14' AC COM M ODATION Mansions: Bella Vista, Niassa and Paradiso 14 Luxury en-suite rooms FAC I LITIES Lounges in all mansions Roof terrace restaurant 3 Swimming pools Ibo Massage and Relax treatments EXPERIENC ES Sand bank beach Ibo historical, Ibo of today Ibo Island pre-school project Sunset cruises, night walks Mobile island hopping Dhow Safaris Traditional Dhow sailing Dolphin encounters Sea kayaking Scuba diving and snorkeling Nature and birding walks Fishing CONTAC T Reservations: +27(21) 785 5498 enquiries@iboisland.com www.iboisland.com Ibo Island Lodge iboisland

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madagascar Madagascar is like no other place on earth. A hundred and sixty-five million years ago, during the breakup of the prehistoric super-continent, the island of Madagascar was left isolated. This isolation allowed the island’s prehistoric fauna and flora to evolve in their own unique way. More than 80% of all the wildlife occurs today.

Places to see: Antananarivo, Avenue du Baobab at Morondava, Reserve Speciale de L’a Narana, Snorkeling at Ifaty, Mangily and Madio Rano.

Capital: Antananarivo. Main languages: French, Malagasy, English. Size: 587 041 km2. Economy: Fishing and forestry, the world’s biggest vanilla producer. Currency: Malagasy Ariary. Climate: Summer temps 20°C, winter 15°C.

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TANZANIA KARIBU. Welcome to Tanzania. The tallest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro at 4 600 m, towers above the African plains. The Maasia Mara is home to the Maasai. More than almost any other destination, Tanzania is the land of safaris. Some of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles include thousands of wildebeest and zebra stampeding across the Serengeti plains during their annual migration. At the entrance to the Serengeti find the Nongorogoro Crater, the world's largest crater. Hundreds of hippos jostle for space in the wild Katavi National Park. Massive elephant herds grace the Tarangire National Park. Chimpanzees swing through the treetops in the Mahale Mountains. On the east coast find the majestic spice islands of Zanzibar and Pemba. When visiting Zanzibar, close to historic Stone Town, make the Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, your destination of choice. Enjoy a round of golf on the new Matkovich designed golf course. Relax on powdery white sand beaches with vistas over the turquoise sea. Sail on a wooden dhow, watch sea turtles nesting, dive over spectacular coral reefs and swim amongst shoals fish.

Capitals: Dodoma (political), Dar es Salaam (administrative and commercial). Main languages: Swahili, English. Size: 945 203 km2. Economy: Agriculture, with mining, tourism the largest sectors. Currency: Tanzanian Shilling. Climate: Tropical. Summer 20°C, winters to 10°C.

Capital: Lilongwe. Main languages: English, Chichewa. Size: 118 484 km2. Economy: Agriculture) tobacco, tea, sugar, cotton and coffee) produces 90% of export revenues. Currency: Malawi Kwacha. Climate: Summer 30°C+, winter 16°C.

The Warm Heart of Africa offers a legendary welcome to all who wish to experience the unrivalled combination of beautiful people, lake, landscape and wildlife in one of Africa’s most beautiful countries.

Places to see: Lake Malawi National Park, Chongoni Rock Art Area, Mulanje Mountain, Liwonde Nyika and Kasungu National Parks, Lengwe, Majete and Nkhotakota Game Reserves

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democratic republic of congo With five Unesco biospheres, whole ecosystems of teeming wildlife and huge untapped mineral capacity, the DRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s potential is breathtaking.

Places to see: Kinshasa, Congo River by boat, Lake Kivu and Lake Tanganyika, Kahuzi-Biega National Park.

Capital: Kinshasa. Main languages: French, Lingala, Kikongo, Swahili, Tshiluba. Size: 2 345 409 km2. Economy: The biggest producer of cobalt ore in the world, and a major producer of copper and industrial diamonds. Currency: Congo Franc. Climate: Hot and humid.

Karibu! Welcome! Tanzania is known worldwide for Kilimanjaro climbs, Serengeti wildlife, and the exotic island of Zanzibar. While these highlights draw visitors to our country, Summit Expeditions and Nomadic Experience (SENE) also provides a rewarding personal experience that will be fondly remembered for a life time. www.nomadicexperience.com Tel: +255 272 753 233 (Tanzania)

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angola The capital city Luanda is one of the major attractions of this fascinating land. Located in a bay, it is the main port and presents superb beaches and islands with musical names like Mussulo, Ilha de Luanda and Palmeirinhas. Here, you have a choice of water sports, nightclubs or cinemas, or you could visit the historical fortress or the Museums of Anthropology and Slavery. Places to see: Luanda and Luandaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beaches: Ilha do Cabo, Mussulo, Palmeirinhas, Corimba and Santiago. Lubango and the Leba Pass, Kissama National Park, Iona National Park.

Capital: Luanda. Main languages: Portuguese, several local dialects. Size: 1 246 700 km2. Economy: Oil exports, diamond, gas, and iron ore mining. Currency: Kwanza. Climate: Tropical in the north, drier plateau in the centre and arid in the south. Average coastal summer.

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Namibia One of the youngest countries in Africa, Namibia offers a striking diversity of cultures, national origins, wild seascapes, rugged mountains, still deserts, stunning wildlife and colonial cities. Spend unforgettable nights under a star spangled sky.

Capital: Windhoek. Main languages: German, English, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo. Size: 825 615 km2. Economy: Mining, tourism, agriculture, fishery. Currency: Namibian dollar. Climate: The driest in Africa. Average summer temperatures 30°C, 20°C in winter.

Namibian highlights include: • Windhoek the heart and commercial nerve centre. • Located in the Kunene region, Etosha National Park, one of the largest savannah and thorn scrub conservation areas in Africa. Renowned for its spectacular mammal, bird and reptile wildlife it spans 22 270 km² including the Pan, which provides a great, parched, silver-white backdrop of shimmering mirages. After rains the pan contains water, sometimes for only a few days a year, alluring thousands of flamingos. Mokuti Etosha Lodge provides the best value for money, just four minutes from the Etosha National Park. • Be entertained by Swakopmund’s palm-lined streets, seaside promenade, the architecture, fine accommodation, adventure activities, quaint restaurants, cafes, art galleries, museums, a snake park and aquarium. The towns most iconic symbol is. Find the new Strand Hotel at the Swakopmund jetty. • Visit the Cape Cross Seal Colony on the Skeleton Coast. Search for the unique desert rose. The Welwitschia drive reveals some of the Namib’s fauna and flora. Sandboard some of the world’s

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highest dunes. The Swakopmund Salt Works and Walvis Bay Lagoon, in season, are frequented by thousands of flamingos. Sossusvlei, a salt and clay pan, hosts red sand dunes almost 400 m high. Despite the harsh desert conditions find a wide variety of plants and animals, adapted to survive. In some years Sossusvlei fills with water creating a momentary oasis. At Naravlei countless cucumber-like melons grow around the edge of the pan, and over 800 year old dead camelthorn trees dot the stark landscape. The Fish River Canyon is Africa’s largest canyon. 160 km long, up to 27 km wide and in places almost 550 m deep, was formed about 500 million years ago, created by water erosion, and collapse of the valley bottom from movements in the earth's crust. The 6045 km² Ai-Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, is one of the most species-rich, arid regions.

If silence could roar, you will be surprised to hear its endless quietness touch the core of your soul. Namibia will enrich you.

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Botswana ‘If there were a place where one would wish that time could stand still, it would be Botswana.’

Capital: Gaborone. Main languages: English, Setswana. Size: 581 730 km2. Economy: Diamond mining contributes 45% of the gross national income, while tourism is fast-growing. Currency: Pula. Climate: Semi-arid, hot and dry with summer rainfall.

Whether you do fly-in safaris or overland journeys to remote camps, swamps, pans or desert, the attention provided by your hosts, your Lodge or Camp comfort and experiences, the local ranger-guide knowledge and sounds of the wild, will assure you leave with unforgettable memories.

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Some of the most sought after wilderness destinations in the world include: • The Okavango Delta, shaped like a fan, is the world’s largest intact inland delta situated deep within the Kalahari Basin. Filled with heart-stopping excitement of big game viewing, the supreme tranquility, serenity of an untouched delta and evocative scenes present an extraordinary experience. • Moremi Game Reserve including Chief’s Island, is the richest and most diverse ecosystems on the continent. Herbivore and carnivore species and over 400 bird species, many migratory and some endangered makes exploring Moremi’s many loops and trails delightfully inspiring. • The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is the largest, most remotely situated reserve in Southern Africa, and the second largest wildlife reserve in the world.

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Undoubtedly one of Africa’s most beautiful rivers, the Chobe supports a diversity and concentration of wildlife. The most accessible and frequently visited of Botswana’s big game country, the Chobe Riverfront is most famous for its large herds of elephants and Cape Buffalo, which converge on the river during the dry winter months. One of its greatest mysteries is the Savuté Channel itself, which has over the past 100 years inexplicably dried up and recommenced its flow several times, explaining the numerous dead trees that line the channel. Largely uninhabited by humans, the Makgadikgadi, with its stark, flat, featureless terrain stretches seemingly to eternity, forming a series of pans. At Sowa and Nata Sanctuaries when there is water, thousands of flamingos, pelicans, ducks and geese congregate, a completely overwhelming spectacle. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is run as a single ecological unit. The terrain comprises fossil river valleys dotted with dwarfed trees and bushes, grasslands and different coloured sand dunes. Wildlife is abundant, and the animals are attracted to waterholes along the otherwise dry riverbed.

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zambia Zambia is home to the Victoria Falls and many other magnificent waterfalls, spectacular wildlife, superb safaris, great adventures, rich culture and friendly people.

Places to see: Lusaka, Kafue National Park, South Luangwa National Park, Lower Zambezi National Park, Lake Kariba, Victoria Falls.

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mauritius Mauritius will enchant you, will uplift your soul, making you feel that you belong to the chosen few ... the island, set in its turquoise sea, is an oasis of peace and tranquillity.

Places to see: Le Morne Brabant, historical Mauritius Gymkhana Golf Club, Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis, Black River Gorges National Park, beaches.

Capital: Port Louis. Main languages: English, French, Mauritian Creole. Size: 2 040 km2. Economy: Tourism, agricultural, industrial, and financial. Currency: Mauritian Rupee. Climate: Tropical, warm, dry winters, humid summers. Possibility of cyclones.

Capital: Lusaka. Main languages: English, Chinyanja and 72 local dialects. Size: 752 618 km2. Economy: Copper mining, agriculture and tourism. Currency: Zambia Kwacha. Climate: Tropical, rainy season November to April. Average temps +20 °C.

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SEYCHELLES The Seychelles can truly be described, without exaggeration, as paradise on earth. This spectacular necklace of 41 granite and 74 coral islands in the Indian Ocean is a land of perpetual summer, and is renowned for some of the best beaches in the world.

Capital: Harare. Main languages: Shona, Ndebele, English. Size: 390 757 km2. Economy: Mining, agriculture and tourism the biggest contributors. Currency: Zimbabwe Dollar. Climate: Moderate. Average high temperatures ranging from 25-27 °C and average lows between 7-10 °C.

Be enchanted by friendly smiles, natural wonders, wildlife, ancient history and exciting adventure. Zimbabwe is home to Victoria Falls, the stone enclosures of Great Zimbabwe, and vast stretches of wilderness.

Places to see: Harare, Victoria Falls, Lake Kariba, Hwange National Park, Nyanga, Great Zimbabwe National Monument, Khami Ruins National Monument, Matobo Hills near Bulawayo.

Places to see: Praslin Island, the Aldabra Atoll, Cousin Island Special Reserve, The Vallée de Mai.

Capital: Victoria. Main languages: French, Creole, English. Size: 459 km2. Economy: Fish, sea and marine resources, tourism. Currency: Rupee. Climate: Tropical, 28° – 32°C.

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SOUTH AFRICAN GOLF ASSOCIATION South Africa is blessed with some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world many of which have been designed by golfing greats. As a golfer one doesn’t have to travel far to find an idyllic golf course to test ones skills and during the course of your game you can take in the beautiful surroundings, scenery, bird life and at the same time enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow golfers. Today there are many courses which offer the golfer the additional bonus of having first class accommodation facilities on Golf Estates thereby enjoying the best of both worlds. Whilst there are many well-known Golf courses in South Africa there are some lesser known little gems particularly in the rural areas. South Africans and visitors alike should venture off the beaten track and broaden your golfing experiences at those superb locations. The South African Golf Association is proud and honoured to be associated with this publication and wish all readers a proudly South African golfing experience along with the other delights the book has to offer. We hope that our visitors will come back time and time again to enjoy the splendour of golfing in South Africa. Gerhard Conradie PRESIDENT South African Golf Association

“Reverse every natural instinct and do the opposite of what you are inclined to do, and you will probably come very close to having a perfect golf swing.” – Ben Hogan

A bo ut SAGA

The South African Golf Association (SAGA) is the governing body for male amateur golf in South Africa formed by the unification of the South African Golf Union (white) and the South African Golf Association (black) in September 1992 to form the South African Golf Federation. In 1997 the name was changed to the South African Golf Association. SAGA in conjunction with Women’s Golf South Africa (WGSA) is responsible for controlling and administering the Handicapping System for all affiliated golfers in the Country. The Association also runs numerous junior, mid and senior events. SAGA arranges international events for representative teams and awards National Colours to those participants. National Tournaments administered by the SAGA: • SA Open Championship • SA Amateur Championship • SA Stroke Play Championship • SA Inter-Provincial Tournament • SA Country Districts Tournament • SA Under 23 Teams Tournament • Mid-Amateur Stroke Play Championship • SA Mid-Amateur Inter-Provincial Tournament • SA Challenge Inter-Provincial Tournament Fourteen Provincial Unions have a yearly calendar of events.

Contac t Tel: +27 (0)11 781 3718 www.saga.co.za

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The Board of Directors and Members of the PGA of South Africa are very proud of their partners and would like to take this opportunity of thanking them.

the sunshine tour The Sunshine Tour is one of six founding professional golf tours that makes up the International Federation of PGA Tours. Based in South Africa, with several tournaments in neighbouring African states, the Sunshine Tour stages professional tournaments throughout the year. It’s flagship events include the venerable SA Open Championship, the Telkom PGA Championship and SA Masters, while it has seven tournaments that are co-sanctioned with the PGA European Tour. The Sunshine Tour has been the starting point for many professionals who have gone on to dominate the world professional golf and, since World War II, only the USA has produced more Major victories than South Africa. Led by such icons of the game as Gary Player, Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, the Sunshine Tour continues to produce world-beating professionals with the likes of Charl Schwartzel, Louis Oosthuizen and Branden Grace the latest to break through on the world stage. These seven co-sanctioned events include the Tour’s longest-serving sponsor’s Alfred Dunhill Championship, as well as newer events in the Nelson Mandela Championship and the Tshwane Open. Also included as a co-sanctioned event is the Nedbank Golf Challenge, which in 2013 featured an expanded field of 30 of the world’s leading professionals competing for a record prize fund of $6.5-million. New for 2015 will be the first-ever tri-sanctioned event with the Asian and European Tours, the AfrAsia Mauritius Open to be played in early May at Heritage Golf Club in Mauritius. Divided into a summer and winter “swing”, the Sunshine Tour stages tournaments year-round, with the bigger prizemoney events taking place in the summer months from October through March. During the winter months, smaller three-round events with an emphasis on Pro-Am participation take place, with many smaller centres around South Africa being visited. From 2012, these three-round events have been awarded Official World Ranking points, giving South African “stay-at-home” professionals opportunities to improve their world standing and contributing towards being able to qualify for Majors and World Golf Championship events. For visitors to South Africa, professional golf tournaments are easily accessed and boast a standard of play every bit as good as any of the major Tours around the world. Visit www.sunshinetour.com for a full year-round schedule.

PETER

A PASSSION FOR

MATKOVICH

EXCELLENCE

Having played competitively on the European, Australasian, and South African Pro Tours, alongside leading players of the time, his abilities combined with his experience and knowledge of turf management, fauna and flora, and how golf is played at all levels, give him the feel and understanding of golf strategy and design.

The Matkovich Group provides a holistic service for golf facilities due to our vast experience in Africa. We offer the following services from within the group, ensuring that the various divisions provide the services to make any golf project a reality. The Matkovich Group offers, amongst others, the following to ensure clubs achieve short and long term objectives.

Peter is passionate about the game. As a golf course design, architect his personal attention guides each site development throughout the whole project. His design philosophy is to “Listen to the land” – the site and nature must determine the shape, style and direction of play on each hole. Every course should have balance in distance, direction, difficulty, and shots required, and offer various options as how to play and set up the course. Preserving and rehabilitating the environment is an essential component within his design philosophy. In 1975, as greenkeeper at Umhlali Country Club, Peter designed his first course. Since then, Peter Matkovich has designed an extraodinary golf course portfolio in SA and abroad.

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•P innacle Point, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, RSA • Ebotse, Johannesburg, Gauteng, RSA • Elements, near Bela Bela, Limpopo Prov, RSA • Arabella, near Kleinmond, Western Cape, RSA •C enturion Country Club, Pretoria, Gauteng, RSA • Cotswold Downs, Hillcrest, KZN, RSA

• De Zalze, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, RSA • Hermanus (27 holes), Hermanus, Western Cape, RSA •K ranspoort (9 holes), Kranspoort, Mpumalanga, RSA • Leopard Park, Mafikeng, North West, RSA • Prince’s Grant, Dolphin Coast, KZN, RSA • San Lameer, Southbroom, KZN, RSA

Golf course redesign by renowned international architect Peter Matkovich. Golf course construction of over 60 courses in Africa. Golf course maintenance. Currently maintaining 10 courses in South Africa. Golf club management. Currently managing over 20 golf clubs in Africa. Pre and post development planning. Intimate involvement in these aspects of the developments process. Facility construction. Design, project management and construction of key facilities and office parks within golf estates. Development includes local and international professional and organisation partnerships.

• Silver Lakes, Pretoria, Gauteng, RSA • Simbithi, Ballito, KZN, RSA • Steenberg, Cape Town, Western Cape, RSA • Umhlali, Ballito, KZN, RSA • Woodhill, Pretoria, Gauteng, RSA • Zebula, near Bela Bela, Limpopo Prov, RSA

• Borrowdale Brook, Zimbabwe • Golf du Chateau, Mauritius • Mbawa Golf Club (9 holes), Malawi • Omeya, Namibia • Avalon Golf Estate, Mauritius • Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, Zanzibar

Head Office: Tel: +27 32 946 0200 Email: info@matko.co.za www.matko.co.za

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HYATT REGENCY OUBAAI RESORT & SPA

As a former World No.1 Ernie is one of the most prolific winners of his generation and the global reach of his victories is almost without parallel. Ernie has triumphed in tournaments in South Africa, Europe, the US, Asia, the Far East, the Middle East and Australasia. Ernie Els was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2011 and the South African Golf Hall of Fame in 2009. He is ranked No.1 in all-time career earnings on the European Tour. Ernie Els was born in South Africa on 17 October 1969. As a youngster, he was outstanding in cricket, rugby and tennis. At the age of 13 he won a significant regional tennis event, the Eastern Transvaal Junior Championships. A year later, aged 14 and playing off a scratch handicap, Ernie won the World Junior Golf Championship in San Diego, California, beating Phil Mickelson into second place. Ernie was just 16 years old when he formally competed against professional golfers. He was awarded his Junior Springbok colours in 1984, the State President Sports Award in 1987, and in 1988 his full Springbok colours. He turned professional in 1989.

LOC ATION 7 Minutes from George Airport Herolds Bay, George 22°24'47"E, 34°2'36"S

Ernie Els is married to Liezl and they reside in Florida with their two children, Samantha and Ben.

The Ernie Els & Fancourt Foundation The Ernie Els & Fancourt Foundation was founded in 1999 with the purpose of identifying and assisting young and talented golfers, predominantly of families with limited resources, to provide educational assistance and playing opportunities, serving to produce successful young leaders and develop their playing ability to full potential.

Els for Autism After their son, Ben, was diagnosis, Ernie and Liezl Els have become heavily involved in raising funds and awareness for autism and its possible treatments, and in 2009 established the Els for Autism Foundation. The Els for Autism Grand Challenge is one of the biggest fundraiser golf events in US amateur golf. In South Africa, they have established the Ernie Els Centre for Autism in Johannesburg and are supporting a network of other autism centres.

Ernie Els Design

Ernie with his son, Ben CAREER WINS 70 between 1991 to 2014 Major Championships (4) World Golf Championships (2) PGA Tour (13) Europe and Worldwide (51)

Ernie’s golfing success is mirrored in the achievements of Ernie Els Design, a full service golf course design company that is committed to transporting Ernie’s goodwill across cultures and borders in order to create classic golf courses of distinction. Twelve courses have been designed, built and established to date, with another seven in various stages of development. E R NIE E L S D ESIG N Golf courses open for play: The Els Club, Copperleaf Estates, South Africa The Els Club, Dubai Sports City, UAE The Els Club, Teluk Datai, Langkawi, Malaysia Oubaai at Herold’s Bay, George, South Africa Hoakalei Country Club, Hawaii, United States Anahita Four Seasons Golf Resort, Mauritius Albany, New Providence, Bahamas Nondela, Drakensberg, South Africa Whiskey Creek, Maryland, United States Mission Hills Golf Club, Shenzhen, China Highland Gate, Dullstroom, South Africa Wentworth West Course, Virginia Water, England (restoration)

G o lf courses under deve lopment The Els Club, Desaru Coast, Johor Bahru, Malaysia Desaru Coast North, Vijay Singh, Johor Bahru, Malaysia Kingyan Manor, China Lido Lakes, Indonesia Matalda Mali Losinj, Croatia City West, Vietnam Desert Star, Namibia

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Hyatt Regency Oubaai Resort & Spa is located less than seven minutes’ drive from George Airport and occupies an ideal position between the Indian Ocean and the majestic Outeniqua Mountains in Herolds Bay, George, on the Garden Route. 100 stylish guestrooms and suites are equipped with the latest in communication and entertainment technology, all featuring spacious bathrooms with glass-enclosed rain showers and freestanding baths. The Presidential Suite, two Executive Suites and six Junior Suites are designed and furnished to accommodate the more discerning traveller. Cucina Restaurant serves all day meals, offers outdoor seating and the Wine Room, a private dining venue. The Waterside Grill is open for dinners, with outdoor seating, a show kitchen and raw bar counter. The award winning Freesia Spa has seven treatment suites, including a couple’s suite with each suite featuring a steam room, shower and dressing area, creating a private sanctuary to nourish the body, mind and spirit. A relaxation lounge and tranquillity pool completes the Freesia experience.

Hyatt Regency Oubaai Resort & Spa is proud to be the first Ernie Els signature golf course in South Africa. The layout of the course is a traditional Links style and measures 6 516 m from the pro tees. The resort also offers a Clubhouse with its own bar, restaurant, pro shop and locker rooms. First-class services include concierge, baby sitting by arrangement, 24-hour room service, a business centre and wireless internet access. Recreational activities include tennis courts, a kids club, swimming pools and an eight kilometer hiking trail. The hotel also offers ample meeting space with extensive outdoor function areas including a private wedding chapel with breathtaking views. Multimedia facilities are available in all of the meeting rooms. Hyatt Regency Oubaai Resort & Spa offers guests a complete holiday experience by blending Hyatt’s authentic hospitality with 5-star facilities and an unmatched natural landscape.

FAC I LITIES Hotel 100 guest rooms and suites Cucina Restaurant and Wine Room Waterside Grill & Bar 18-hole championship golf course Freesia Spa Wedding chapel Camp Hyatt kids club Tennis courts Outdoor swimming pools 8 km hiking trail NEARBY Herolds Bay beach Garden Route wine tours Whale and dolphin watching Bird watching CONTAC T +27 (0)44 851 1234 www.oubaai.regency.hyatt.com

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royal johannesburg & kensington golf club, host to the joburg open

LOC ATION 1 Fairway Ave, Linksfield North, Gauteng 28˚06’28.36”E 26˚09’22.35”S TH E COU RSES East Course: Total: 6 465 m , Par 72 West Course: Total: 6 255 m , Par 70 FAC I LITIES Golf Clubhouse Function and event venues JOBU RG OPE N 25 February – 1 March 2015 www.joburgopen.com CONTAC T Reception: +27 (0)11 640-3021 Pro shop: +27 (0)11 485-4899 www.royaljk.za.com

Without question, Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club is one of the most prestigious golf clubs in South Africa. In its almost 130 years of existence, it has hosted seven South African Opens and numerous other major tournaments. Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club is proud home to the biggest annual professional golf event in Africa, the JOBURG OPEN. Inaugurated in 2007, today this event receives more than 10 000 spectators. The tournament is the only major golf event locally

and internationally to be simultaneously played on two courses. More than 200 golfers compete for the 1.3-million Euro. The tournament is broadcast to 39 countries on five continents. The club's two courses are both highly ranked, with the East Course, consistently ranked as a top 10 course in the country. The West Course is the preferred course for many members due to its ease of playability for golfers of all abilities.

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PRINCE’S GRANT

LOC ATION 1 Babu Bodasing Avenue New Guelderland, North Coast, KwaZulu-Natal

AC COMMODAT I O N The Lodge and Umdoni suites 15 luxury rooms and suites

GOLF 18 Hole links/parkland course Half way house Pro shop Pro instruction

Prince’s Grant is arguably one of Kwazulu-Natal’s best and most complete holiday destinations. A coastal resort with an array of facilities including: • •

FACI LITIES Bunkers Restaurant Mulligans Bar and Restaurant Tennis and squash courts 3 Swimming pools Lagoon canoeing Birding and nature trails 2 km beach CONTAC T Enquiries and Accommodation +27 (0)32 482 0005 Golf +27 (0)32 482 0041/0163 www.princesgrant.co.za

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a 2 km stretch of unspoilt beaches form the eastern boundary of the Estate a “birders paradise” with a large estuary and lagoon/river forming the southern boundary of the estate providing great opportunities for canoeing, fishing and bird-watching three public swimming pools a squash and a tennis court, and finally, a most magnificent golf clubhouse and hotel providing patrons with a “homely” feeling whilst enjoying breathtaking views over the golf course and the Indian ocean.

Prince’s Grant is truly an “all-in-one” holiday destination where one can relax and enjoy the tranquility of being away from “the rush” whilst having a load of healthy activities to choose from. Accommodation The 4-star Lodge at Prince’s Grant has 15 beautifully appointed rooms facing out over the award winning golf course, with sweeping ocean views. We also offer self-catering holiday homes on the Estate. Our Conference Centre and world class recreation facilities are available to Lodge and self-catering guests.

Golf The magnificent 18-hole Championship golf course at Prince’s Grant provides a wonderful challenge for golfers of all abilities. The spectacular scenery, with the ocean as a backdrop, complement the quality and immaculate grooming of this Peter Matkovich designed course. Prince’s Grant was recently named Best Golf Development in Africa by the World Property Awards.

north coast – ilembe golf

Zimbali Country Club: Offering irresistible ocean and forest views, exceptional water and wetland features and an inspiring natural setting, with charisma and challenge.

29°20’21.66”S 31°22’29.07”E

Homes and villas Self catering

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Tom Weiskopf, had to integrate a “cart only” course into a property with dramatic elevation changes, varying eco-systems and substantial residential sections “presenting a fair challenge to any level of play”. The clubhouse offers impeccable service, superb catering, and a well appointed pro shop.

Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal + 27 (0)32 538 5000

Umhlali Country Club offers a full golf course upgrade, five tennis courts, two squash courts, an upgraded bowls pavilion and rebuilt bowling green, a renovated clubhouse, pro shop and halfway house, and the patronage of top class sporting tournaments. Since concluding the upgrade, Umhlali has become the new hotspot for top notch, affordable sport and leisure activities.

Compensation Rd, Umhlali 4390 +27 (0)32 947 1181

7 Plantation Place, Kwadukuza, KwaZulu-Natal +27 (0)32 482 0005

Conferencing Prince’s Grant offers a full professional conferencing venue in stunning natural surroundings. For intimate company planning sessions or full corporate sessions, we have the flexibility to meet your needs. Weddings The spectacular beauty of Prince’s Grant provides one of the most memorable wedding venues on the North coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The private and outstretched beaches provide an idyllic venue for wedding ceremonies, whilst the 5-star service and fine cuisine at the hotel makes for great receptions.

Shaka’s Rock, KwaZulu-Natal +27 (0)32 946 5407

Princes Grant Coastal Golf Estate: Situated 30 minutes from Durban International Airport, this world class 5-star golf course with 2 km of private beach and serene natural setting, offers a wide variety of leisure activities, fine dining and superb 4-star accommo dation. Perfect for a fantastic golfing experience, family holiday, quiet getaway or business function. The golf course, is a links/parklands layout, designed by Peter Matkovich with large greens and impressive fairways, and views to inspire.

Simbithi Country Club: A Peter Matkovich designed golf course, complimented by a well laid out housing estate which overlooks the undulating 18 holes as well as the dams which abound with bird life. The relaxed family atmosphere is enhanced by its abundant facilities.

For more information contact: +27 (0)32 946 1256 www.enterpriseilembe.co.za

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SELBORNE HOTEL, GOLF ESTATE & SPA

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LOC ATION R61 National Road, Port Edward

LOC ATION Pennington, KwaZulu-Natal

31° 2' 31.51" S 30° 13' 28.37" E

30° 22' 27.4” S 30° 40' 35.9” ACCOMMODATION 49 Golf course and garden Rooms and suites Presidential Suite FACI LITIES 18-hole Championship Golf Course Clubhouse lounge and bar Pro shop PGA Pro Restaurant Pool Health spa and gym Conferencing and events Real estate investments

CONTAC T +27 (0)39 688 1800

AC COM M ODATION 44 en-suite air-conditioned bedrooms with balconies Rooms views: lagoon, sea, waterfront

On the South Coast of Kwa Zulu Natal the 4-star Selborne Hotel, Golf Estate & Spa. Enjoy the mix of old world charm, cosmopolitan comfort and high standards with discreet personalised service. Selborne’s colonial style accommodation range from the stately presidential suite to cosy golf course or garden suites. Created in 1985 by well-known local sugar and dairy farmer, Denis Barker, together with local friends and his younger son Gary, they designed and built the beautiful 18-hole golf course. Selborne became South Africa's first golf estate. In its 3rd year of play, the course was voted 7th best in South Africa. Today some call it the most spectacular 18 holes in southern Africa. At the Selborne Spa guests and day visitors have the opportunity to recuperate in an atmosphere that destresses. Professional therapists define an ultimate spa experience both for single and couple therapies.

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THE ESTUARY HOTEL & SPA

The Clubhouse is elegantly appointed and has both a bar and lounge area. The resident PGA Professional

provides a variety of teaching options to improve your game. The Pro shop offers a wide range of golf apparel accessories as well as unique gift items. High profile events are played on this course, including the Vodacom Origins of Golf tournament on the Sunshine Winter tour, the KwaZulu-Natal Strokeplay and the Golf Digest Subscriber Challenge. The discreet but attentive staff create a “home from home” in Africa. The St Andrews Chapel, Rolls Royce Services and picturesque views add classic style to any wedding and special function. The restaurant and banqueting take pride in serving immaculate, fine dining experiences. Selborne offers real estate for the discerning investor and golf lover. Tasteful and stylish homes are unobtrusively established on the estate. Resident bush buck, grey duiker and the rare blue duiker roam freely, whilst monkeys and a myriad of birds inhabit the lush foliage, indigenous trees and stately palms.

Located on the lower South Coast of Kwazulu-Natal overlooking an estuary and the idyllic Silver Beach, the Estuary Hotel & Spa was originally built in 1941 as a Manor House in the Sir Herbert Baker Cape-Dutch style for a wealthy family. The architecture has been preserved and splendidly refined into a graceful hotel, spa, restaurant and conference centre. This ideally located paradise is a “Golfers’ Jewel”, in close proximity to top golf courses such as The Wild Coast Sun, San Lameer and Southbroom. Our reciprocity agreement with Port Edward Golf Club provides preferential rates. On request, our shuttle service transfers golf groups to and from nearby golf courses. Relax and unwind. The comfortable 44 en-suite, airconditioned, luxurious bedrooms with private balconies are well appointed. Sleep comes easily in one of our sumptuous beds. Wake up to beautiful views of the ocean or estuary, to the smells and sounds that are truly Africa. Our Fish Eagle Restaurant is one of the top five dining venues on the South Coast. Our executive chef, Brandon Bisset, is renowned for his ability to produce fabulous cuisine and will take you along an unforgettable taste experience. Our menus emphasise local produce and natural ingredients, carefully prepared and presented.

A superb selection of wine will compliment your meal perfectly. The Estuary Hotel prides itself in having developed a fully integrated spa. It is a tranquil haven that offers you the opportunity to relax and revitalise. A twin treatment room is available to those who are wanting to be pampered with their loved one. Our team have come up with a number of Spa Escapes, including a Golfer’s Retreat package. Flights are now available from OR Tambo to Margate Airport where our shuttle service can meet you. For banqueting services call to discuss your group’s requirements. We look forward to host your meeting, event, special occasion and wedding and will customise your requirements accordingly.

FAC I LITIES Fish Eagle Restaurant Bar The Spa@The Estuary Conference facilities Beach, lagoon and pool Angling, snorkelling, bird watching Games room, nursery, baby sitting Available nearby: 7 Golf courses Deep sea fishing and scuba diving Tennis, bowls, horse riding, mountain biking Umtamvuma Nature Reserve Oribi Gorge CONTAC T Tel: +27 (0) 39-311 2675 louise@estuaryhotel.co.za www.estuaryhotel.co.za The Estuary Hotel & Spa TheEstuaryHotel

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Champagne sports resort

LOC ATION 1397 Winterton Road, R600 Central Berg, Champagne Valley, 3340 Kwa Zulu Natal 29°28'15"E, 28°59'48"S FACI LITIES 148 Hotel rooms 4 Presidential Suites 91 timeshare 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Timeshare chalets Hotel restaurant Coffee shop & lounge Cathkin Arms Bar Hotel shop Day spa & gym Junior Entertainment Club 16 Conference venues Business centre 18 Hole Championship Golf Course Putt-Putt/basketball Volleyball/bowling Squash/tennis 5 Swimming pools CONTAC T Head Office +27 (0)31 765 7100 Reservations +27 (0)36 468 8000 reservations@ champagnesportsresort.com Pro-Shop +27 (0)36 468 8000 proshop@ champagnesportsresort.com

It’s taken millions of years to create the majestic backdrop to Champagne Sports Resort. Nothing can make a more perfect setting than the rugged peaks and lush green valleys of the Central Drakensberg. Champagne Sports Resort embraces the opportunity to ensure your getaway is a relaxing, reviving and memorable experience. Many years of thought, design and investment have resulted in this incredible final product that golfers and leisure guests travel from far and wide to experience. Nestled amongst this spectacular leisure, conference and timeshare resort, is the magnificent club-house overlooking its hidden, 18-hole, golfing masterpiece. There is something truly unique and special playing

golf on one of the most scenic courses in the world or enjoying the wide range of leisure activities with the awe-inspiring presence of the Champagne and Cathkin Peaks towering above you. At Champagne Sports Resort, no matter the size, conferences are managed to suit every business event-profile. Timeshare Investments include luxury two- and threebedroom thatched holiday cottages, all free standing and fully self-contained, poisitioned overlooking the magnificent 18-hole championship golf course. The New Wellness Centre boasts an array of treatments to ensure you leave feeling revitalised and refreshed. The gym is fully equipped for fitness training. Come, experience and enjoy all we have to offer.

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pinnacle point beach and golf resort

LOC ATION 1 Pinnacle Point Road, Heiderand, Mossel Bay 34°11'52.02"S 22° 5'49.47"E

LOC ATION St. Francis Bay, Western Cape 34° 9°40.24”S 24° 49’8.25”E AC COMMODAT I O N Golf Lodge: 10 en-suite luxury rooms Self catering: 2, 4, 6 and 10 bedroom units FACI L ITIES 18-hole Links course Clubhouse Lighthouse Restaurant Jack’s Bar Additional services: Special event and function venues Aqua Spa and Wellness Centre Leisure centre CONTAC T General Enquiries: +27 (0)42 200 4500 Real Estate property investment: +27 (0)83 647 4042 www.stfrancislinks.com

“Surpassing Expectations”. Members are treated as Royalty and guests as Members for their stay. St. Francis Links is a Jack Nicklaus Championship Signature course attracting golfers worldwide to experience the game in a most beautiful and natural South African setting – the dunes above St Francis Bay. The estate has matured in every way. St Francis Links golf course moves through seven natural dunes and defines shot-making with challenges and rewards for golfers at every level of play. Signage throughout the course and the estate tell the story of the past with explanations regarding the establishment and natural movement of the great sand dunes bordering the estate to the north. The many types of fynbos, some so rare that they are protected here, can be viewed throughout. More than 150 bird species can be seen at lakes, ponds and dunes of the estate. The PGA Tour hosted the Vodacom Origins of Golf

finals at St Francis Links in 2014, contested by top professionals and qualifying Amateurs. In 2007 the golf course was voted the Best New Course in the Country, and has received a Top-10 ranking every year following. The 5-star Golf Experience has been awarded every year. The Club, the estate facilities and professional team have attracted more than 100 weddings and won the National ABIA awards for four years running. St Francis Links and the village of St Francis Bay, on the coast of the Eastern Cape, has remained a best kept secret, offering lifestyle choices for young and old. St Francis Links, is the ultimate destination of choice for short term stays and long term investments. The Estate offers secure living. Every property owner automatically is a member. Helpful staff assist with personal service for members and guests alike. There are good schools in the area and a wealth of outdoor activities to enjoy: cycling, hiking, birding, fishing, paddling and surfing, and more golf at the St Francis Bay Golf Club. At St Francis Links you are always welcome. “Stay for the day or invest for a lifetime”.

Pinnacle Point offers the travel guru, investor and serious golfer the ideal break-away destination. Set on a cliffside overlooking the Indian Ocean, the spectacular golf course and estate with its unsurpassed views and tranquillity helps you live the lifestyle for a day, a week or a lifetime. The Pinnacle Point Golf Course is something truly unique for the discerning golfer. This 18-hole championship golf course was designed by well-known South African golf course architect Peter Matkovich who opened the course together with 2011 Open Champion, Darren Clarke, in November 2006. This cliff top golf course inspires the golfer to play this wonderful layout with a level of respect due to its dramatic views and breath-taking terrain. It is, without doubt, an international ‘bucket list’ course and one of the most spectacular courses in the world. The golfing experience is further enhanced by the Pinnacle Point Peak Performance Centre. This centre is run by PGA qualified coaches and professional club fitting experts. Try out the swing lab and the experience one of the ultimate ways to improve your game. Pinnacle Point is also home to The Louis Oosthuizen Junior Academy. Visit The Pinnacle Restaurant and treat yourself to delicious food whilst surrounded by the beautiful greens and the vista and blue waters of the Indian Ocean. It is the perfect venue for those special events as well for the dining you are looking for, be it an appetising breakfast, a sumptuous lunch or an exquisite fine dining, dinner experience.

Pinnacle Point Golf Lodges and Golf Villas have been developed with luxurious and comfortable living in mind. The two to four bedroomed lodges and villas, all with ensuite bathroom/shower, are designed and furnished to accommodate the most discerning visitors. Enjoy the recreational facilities and activities including the two magnificent beaches. Take a ride or stroll through the game reserve, visit the historical heritage site caves, an invigorating game of tennis, swim, or simply enjoy the cliff top walks, the birdlife and the tranquillity. Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort offers everyone an unforgettable experience in a truly unique environment.

AC COM M ODATION Golf Villas and Lodges, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Luxury Penthouses, 4 bedroom FAC I LITIES 18-hole championship golf course Full practice facilities and peak performance centre Pro shop Conference and functions venue The Pinnacle Restaurant Pool Children’s play areas Private nature reserve Fishing Nearby Bungy jumping Garden Route Casino Whale watching Shark diving Tsitsikamma Forest National Park Wilderness Nature Reserve Garden Route Game Reserve Cango Ostrich Farm tours World class golf courses Contact Accommodation and Real Estate +27 (0) 44 606 5320/5316 Golf +27 (0) 44 606 5323 www.pinnaclepointestate.co.za

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mossel bay golf club

The Mossel Bay Golf Club, founded in 1905, presents a unique blend of natural splendour and man-made aesthetics. It was originally designed in 1924 by Bob Grimsdell and redesigned to its current look in 1999 by Danie Obermeyer. LOC ATION 17th Avenue, Mossel B ay 22°8'7"E, 34°10'59"S FAC I L ITIES 18-hole golf course Clubhouse and restaurant Pro shop Pro golf lessons Practise facilities Club facilities for special events Accommodation can be arranged CONTAC T +27 44 691 2379 MosselBayGolfClub www.mosselbaygolfclub.co.za

Over the years the course survived many trials and tribulations and has stood the test of time to become one of the hospitality beacons in the town of Mossel Bay. With up to 45 000 rounds of golf being played every year of which 6 000 just in December, it goes without saying that visitors and members alike share a fondness for this seaside jewel. We have a few unique qualities that visitors and members are blessed with daily. These include the fact that you can ‘see the sea from every tee’ whilst walking on a well-manicured golf course. This is also the place where our most famous member, Louis Oosthuisen, played his phenomenal round of 57. The course presents tests for any golfer. The course is reasonably

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short in distance, but the undulating bent greens will need your highest concentration and lots of talent to deal with tricky lines that can turn uphill. The fairways are kikuyu and are enjoyed by both the golfers and 30-40 ‘springbok’ that co-habit this course in a unique synergy. The surrounding Golf Estate with its 393 Tuscan style properties completes the look and feel of the Mossel Bay Golf Club experience. A lot of work is being done on the course currently, which includes structural upgrades, irrigation system and cart paths to name but a few. We also have a new fleet of golf carts with state of the art GPS systems. All of this works together to ensure a warm, friendly and professional experience to our patrons. We pride ourselves on being the friendliest Club of all and take hospitality very seriously, in our own unique way. Mossel Bay Golf Club – where “We see the sea from every tee”.

devonvale golf and wine estate

LOC ATION Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch S 33° 52’ 59.6” S 018° 48’ 15.0” E AC COM M ODATION 9 Hotel rooms 20 1 and 2 bedroom suites (not self-catering suites) 8 Holiday houses

Devonvale is nicknamed “Heaven Vale”. The magnificent 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Ken Elkin, needs little introduction offering a regular challenge to both local and international golfers. There is abundant bird life in the indigenous flora around the kikuyu fairways, bent greens and water features. Great care is taken to ensure the best views. The entertainment area includes a large swimming pool with braai facilities. Amazing golf and non-golf packages are available.

Panoramic vistas of the surrounding vineyards and mountains create a peaceful golfing experience. Sample superb meals from a diverse menu prepared by a team of chefs at Devonvale’s restaurant accompanied by a bottle of Provoyeur Wine from the estate. Accommodation options include hotel accommodation, self-catering apartments and holiday homes. The estate design concept offers village-style living with attention to internal design and privacy. Come and enjoy Devonvale, a place to feel at home.

FAC I LITIES 18-hole golf course Golf shop PGA Pro-Golf instruction Spa facilities Private wine tasting (by arrangement) Wine sales Restaurant – Chez Shiraz Swimming pool Mountain biking trails Walks and hiking nearby Wildlife EVENTS Weddings and conferences Special functions INVESTM ENT Prime property sales CONTAC T Hotel: +27 (0)21 865 2080 Pro shop: +27 (0)21 888 4735 Sales Office: +27 (0)21 865 2199 www.devonvale.co.za

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de zalze golf club

18° 50' 23.1999972'' E -33° 58' 31.9998'' S

Terrace and restaurant Lounge and bar Golf Lifestyle Shop

CONTAC T +27 21 880 7300 www.dezalzegolf.com dezalzegolfclub dezalzegolf.com

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful valley on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, lies the prestigious De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate, home of De Zalze Golf Club. The name De Zalze originates from the early wine farmers who produced wines on three adjoining farms, namely Kleine Zalze, Groote Zalze and De Vleie. De Zalze Golf Club has the complete Winelands experience and offers you a great golf course, fantastic 19th hole views, fabulous food, great wines and stylish on-site lodge accommodation making us the preferred all-in-one destination in our region. We have beautiful vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields adjacent to most fairways creating a natural buffer between golf and residences. The landscape is all so natural with the meandering Blaauwklippen River and the incredible views of the surrounding mountains making this Winelands experience very unique. De Zalze Golf Course offers a fine mix of parkland holes moving up and down the undulating valley, its main defences being the water features on several of the holes. The oaklined Blaauwklippen River winds its way through the golf estate and comes into play at various intervals. Renowned golf course architect, Peter Matkovich, designed the De Zalze Golf Course, making most of the stunning setting while placing a premium on accuracy.

A variety of long and short holes, from drivable par fours to monster par fives, make for an enjoyable round with the old adage ‘risk and reward’ ringing in your ears. The golf course welcomes visitors seven days a week and remains one of the most popular venues for golfers who wish to experience golf in the Winelands. Boasting a thatched Cape Dutch style clubhouse, facilities include the Terrace Restaurant, lounge and bar, which stock a fine selection of single malt whiskies. The Golf Lifestyle Shop has an extensive range of clothing and golf accessories and also supplies clubs and carts for hire to all guests and visitors from abroad. De Zalze Golf Club is also the first golf club in South Africa and the world to be Fair Trade accredited by Fair Trade and Tourism South Africa, a testimony to their sustainable triple bottom line operating model.

royal cape golf club

From rugged to Royal — South Africa's First Golf Club. Visitors are most welcome and we encourage you to come and enjoy our magnificent course, quality facilities and our friendly hospitality.

LOC ATION R44 Stellenbosch

FAC I LITIES 18-hole Parkland Golf Course Driving range PGA Golf Pro Clubhouse Halfway house

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Royal Cape is without doubt one of the best and most challenging courses to play both in the Western Cape and the country. It is a course of championship stature, first played in 1906. As observers and custodians of the traditions of this wonderful game, the Royal Cape Golf Club, has a keen eye on the future. We accept and embrace changing times and we strive to maintain an enjoyable balance of traditional values and the modern lifestyle. Royal Cape has hosted the South African Open ten times, first in 1910. Gary Player won in 1965 when he became the first player to break 70 in all four rounds, a record. In 1996 Ernie Els birdied the last three holes winning by one shot.

The course is on flat terrain. Playing at Royal Cape is subject to three of nature’s beguiling offerings: a near constant wind to challenge, sweeping mountain views to charm you and water features to ensnare you, playing to a championship par 72. Tree lined with narrow fairways and subtle USGA spec built greens, the Royal Cape presents a traditional test of golf. The numerous ponds and lakes teeming with bird life provide beauty and distraction along the way. The clubhouse retains its old style charm and traditional design, modernised many times since 1923. Facing the course are the lounge, Centenary room and members bar as well as the gallery corridor with its many framed photographs, paintings and memorabilia celebrating the Club’s long history.

LOC ATION 174 Ottery Road Wynberg, CapeTown 34°00'48"S 18°29'08"E FAC I LITIES 18-Hole Championship Golf Course Clubhouse Special Functions Catering Golf Shop Practice Facilities Hole in One Club Lessons/Coaching Reciprocal Clubs

Apart from providing rest and refreshment for golfers, the clubhouse also frequently hosts functions ranging from formal dinners to special events. CONTAC T +27 (0)21 761 6551 www.royalcapegolf.co.za

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Sishen

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PHAKALANE GOLF ESTATE HOTEL RESORT

LOC ATION Plot 54791, Golf Drive Phakalane Gaborone, Botswana 24° 34’ 37” S 25° 59’ 06” E

LOC ATION Kathu, Northern Province S27 41 31.1 E23 03 31.6 FAC I LITIES 18 hole, par 72 golf course Driving range Practice green Pro shop Clubhouse Restaurant Bar CONTAC T +27 (0)53 723 1501 www.sishengolfclub.co.za

Welcome to Sishen Golf and Country Club. Carved out of the largest Camelthorn (Acacia aerioloba) forest in the world, Sishen golf course is to be found on the outskirts of the mining town of Kathu on the fringes of the Kalahari desert in the Northern Cape, approximately 600 kilometers west of Gauteng and 300 kilometers north-west of Kimberley. The championship, parkland course is approximately 6 450 m long, and has a rating of 72. Built and maintained by Kumba Resources’ Sishen Iron Ore Mine and was officially opened in 1979. It the last course design masterpiece by Robert Grimsdell, and recently achieved a rating as the ninth best golf course in the country. It is one of the hidden golf destination gems of Southern Africa.

AC COM M ODATION 80 Hotel rooms 8 Self-service apartments

Situated off the beaten track, this championship golf course is blissfully uncongested and visitors are always assured of getting a game here. Sishen Golf and Country Club is the home of the Kalahari Classic, the Kalahari Golf Challenge and the marathon Griqualand West Open. The Pro shop supplies a fine range of equipment and apparel suited to playing in the sun drenched Northern Cape. The driving rage is an excellent expanse to loosen up for your round of golf and improve the accuracy of your swing. A walk down the lush Outeniqua forested fairways and new Pentcross greens between the majestic Camelthorns, followed by a refreshing thirst quensher in the clubhouse, makes Sishen Golf and Country Club a truly unforgettable golfing experience.

FAC I LITIES Drotsky’s Fine Dining Restaurant The Reserve – Wine Cellar Feather’s Halfway House @ The Office Bar/Lounge Quills Terrace Jacana’s Nest – Gazebo on Lake

Stay and Play at the Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort. The luxurious 80 bedrooms, 4-star standards, is located 15 km from Gaberone city centre and 20 minutes from the Tlokweng border, offer spacious en-suite rooms with panoramic golf course views. The modern architectural design and interior décor provides lavish comfort, ample conference facilities, restaurant, the pleasure of a challenging golf experience, a business center with Wi-Fi, coffee bar and swimming pool, make every event memorable. The only 18-hole Championship Golf Course in Botswana. The course consists of 15 dams, 75 bunkers and the average 700 m² greens. There are three permanent ablution facilities and a driving range. The clubhouse has the largest Pro shop in Botswana. Club membership is offered to residents and visitors. Drotsky's Restaurant combines African ambience with opulence, matching the clubhouse and hotel. Adjacent is the Quills Terrace. Overlooking the main dam makes summer evenings a splendid occasion.

Feathers Restaurant and Halfway House serves breakfast, light meals, snacks and a full bar. After 6pm, the ambiance changes to an Oriental theme, with an "action wok station" and sushi bar.

Special functions The intimate Wedding Gazebo of Jacanas Nest offers wedding themes from intimate to extravagant décor, from traditional to the unexpected. The bride and groom honeymoon night stay over is complimentary, on a bed and breakfast basis.

Events Phakalane offers fine functions venues, catering to specifications, to ensure enjoyable successful events.

18-hole International golf course Pro shop Locker Rooms: Men and Women Golfers Enclave – lounge Venues Tsodilo Suites I & II Linyanti 1 Astoria Private Boardroom Linyanti 3 CONTAC T +267 360 4000/393 0000 reservations@phakalane.co.bw Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort @ Phakalane1 www.phakalanehotel.com

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Nkonyeni logde and golf estate, swaziland

LOC ATION Portion 31 of Farm Nkonyeni 111, No. 523 District of Manzini S 26º 40’ 42.6” E 31º 24’ 8.5” AC COMMODAT I O N Pool villa /luxury chalets FAC I LITIES 18-hole championship golf course Clubhouse Pro shop / PGA Pro lessons 2 restaurants and bar Wellness spa Conference and event venues Game reserve and drives Kids’ entertainment Swimming pool, squash, tennis, bowls, quad biking, horse riding Clay pigeon shooting Retirement village/assisted living INVESTME NT Plot and plan CONTAC T +268 - 2 540 0024/5 +268 - 7 602 4880 www.nkonyeni.com nkonyenigolf@swazi.net

Experience a warm welcome in this culturally rich and spectacular African land, known for its friendly people, natural beauty and relaxed way of life. Situated in magnificent Manzini, Nkonyeni Lodge & Golf Estate offers a luxurious stay and is the ideal base from which to explore the countryside, participate in exciting activities and experience local hospitality. Nkonyeni Lodge & Golf Estate is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Lebombo Mountains and the Great Usutu River, in a 400 hectare game reserve. It’s the perfect place for an exceptional golf and spa experience. For golfing enthusiasts, the impressive Nkonyeni course provides an exciting and pleasurable challenge, with the 18th hole offering a unique shot across the Great Usutu River onto an island. Phil Jacobs, having designed some 40 golf courses around the world, including Leopard Creek, The Links at Fancourt and Sun City, also designed this 18-hole championship golf course. Warm up on the Nedbank driving range. Book Golf Pro lessons. The Pro shop offers an impressive range of golfing merchandise. Assuring a comfortable

and memorable stay, luxury accommodation includes cosy thatched chalets, nestled in the bush on the river bank, or stylish self-catering pool villas, with lounge, kitchen and four tastefully furnished en suite rooms. While your children are entertained in our kids’ room, relax at the sparkling swimming pool, members’ lounge or elegant clubhouse, with its well-stocked bar and à la carte restaurant. Be pampered at the Beauty@Nkonyeni Spa. This blissful retreat is devoted to enchanting your senses. Treatments include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and grooming options, offered by qualified therapists. Specialising in event and function hosting, be it a conference, company launch, corporate event, romantic wedding or birthday celebration, leaves guests with unforgettable memories. Fun activities include quad biking in the game reserve, clay pigeon shooting, tubing at Nkonyeni Adventure Centre, tennis, horse riding, mountain biking, jogging and walking. Explore the vicinity, browse colourful stands of skilled Swazi artists and craftsmen and join optional sightseeing excursions.

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SEA CLIFF RESORT & SPA, ZANZIBAR

Twenty minutes from the famous world heritage site, Stone Town, where you can test your golfing skills on the only World Class golf course in Zanzibar and located on the West Coast, Sea Cliff Resort & Spa, is a 120 roomed resort. The perfect escape for those wishing to combine relaxation with culture. The hotel’s traditional ‘makuti’ thatched roofs and brass lit Arabic towers mirror surrounding aesthetics, combining historical Zanzibar architecture with modern facilities. The cliff edge position offers breath taking panoramic views over the Indian Ocean from the lounge, restaurant, bar and recreation areas. Two infinity swimming pools are the perfect place to absorb the splendour and beauty of the coast. Sundowners on the jetty offer unrivalled sunsets. Sail on Sea Cliff’s traditional dhow in an authentic and romantic atmosphere. All rooms have private balconies and are equipped with modern facilities. Ninety-six rooms have an ocean view. The resort is Wi-Fi networked and iPod docking stations are available on request. For horse lovers our professionally managed stables offer riders unforgettable memories and photographic opportunities. Ride through breathtaking scenery and enjoy sunset beach rides.

Zanzibar’s very first signature golf course tees off on 1 December 2014. The Peter Matkovich designed course is a 70 par, 9-hole, 18-tee course. There’s a clubhouse, driving range, putting green, range balls, club hire and golf carts. Hotel and island residents receive special rates. Golf Pro lessons will improve your game. Be pampered at the Shwari Spa. Internationally trained therapists provide manicures, pedicures, facials and massages. The Spa has five treatment rooms, two steam rooms, two saunas and a couple suite. After treatments, guests can relax and restore in quiet and peacefulness at the plunge pool, Spa Gardens or upstairs on the Balcony. There’s a fully equipped gym, water sports centre, two tennis courts, beach and pool volleyball, a squash court and bicycles for rides through the coconut plantations. A supervised Kid’s Club has many activities including Cartoon Network, a mini-playground, climbing wall, arts & crafts and more. Alongside the Starehe Lounge is the recreation centre where you can find board games, sporting equipment as well as darts and playing cards. The attentive Sea Cliff Resort & Spa staff will attend to your every need, in a perfect setting. Come, let us take care of you. Karibu Sana!

LOC ATION Stone Town West Coast, Mangapwani, Zanzibar S6º 2’ 11” E 39º 12’ 19” AC COM M ODATION 16 deluxe rooms, ocean views 80 superior rooms, ocean views 24 garden rooms, inter-leading family rooms FAC I LITIES Golf course 70 par, 9-hole, 18-tee, clubhouse, driving range, putting green, golf pro, equipment hire stables and horses, 2 tennis courts, squash court techno gym, bicycles 2 infinity swimming pools mini climbing wall, arts, crafts darts, pool tables, table tennis board games sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, tubing, skiing, wake boarding, diving kiosk Kid’s club, supervised 1 children’s pool CONTAC T +255 (0)767 702 241-9 www.seacliffzanzibar.com

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African sun hotels

African Sun Limited is the fastest growing hospitality company in Africa.

CONTAC T +263 13 44751/60

LOCATION Park Way Drive, Victoria Falls CONTAC T +263 13 44793

LOCATION Mallett Drive, Victoria Falls CONTACT +263 13 44275

Crowne Plaza Monomatapa

Regardless of the country or type of hotel, all are managed and run to the highest standards ensuring that all guests experience the most unforgettable Africa vacation. Our expertise in conferencing, leisure activities and dining provides guests with unforgettable experiences. Our golf courses with fantastic scenery and unique wildlife are part of the adventure awaiting you in Southern Africa.

The Victoria Falls Hotel Popularly known as “the grand old lady of the falls”, this Edwardian style 5-star hotel built in 1904 recently refurbished, combines old-world charm. The hotel is set in lush tropical gardens with lily ponds, palm trees and semi-tropical shrubs, providing tranquility and seclusion. Just a 10-minute walk away using The Victoria Falls Hotel’s private pathway, find “Mosi-OTunya”, the smoke that thunders. Victoria Falls is a famous world heritage site, and is clearly audible and visible from this luxurious landmark.

Holiday Inn Harare Situated in the centre of Zimbabwe’s capital city, Harare, with parks, shopping centres, cinemas and various other attractions within close proximity and easy access to golf courses, the world famous Holiday Inn Brand with its hallmarks of a “great sleep”, “a great breakfast”, “a rewarding stay” and “a can-do” friendly staff can be sampled at this hotel. Blending Holiday Inn convenience with African Sun’s great welcome and world-class hospitality, this is the place to stay.

Elephant Hills Resort The Elephant Hills Resort offers a strong selection of facilities from dining, shopping, beauty therapy and touring facilities; making it a memorable leisure holiday resort. The Elephant Hills Resort boasts an 18-hole championship golf course designed by the legendary South African golfer, Gary Player. It is as popular with wildlife as it is with golfers as it is not uncommon for play to be interrupted while buck, warthogs or elephants exercise their right to walk on the fairways. Nowhere in the world is there such an experience for golfers as that at the Elephant Hills Resort in Victoria Falls. The conferencing facilities are extensive with a high capacity and state-of-the-art equipment.

Holiday Inn Bulawayo Bulawayo, the City of Kings, is Zimbabwe’s 2nd largest city and is steeped in the colonial history and the Ndebele People. Founded in 1872 as Kwa Bulawayo by King Mzilikazi, first leader of the Ndebele Nation, the city is within easy reach of Matopos National Park, a World Heritage Site where the King is buried, so is Cecil John Rhodes. Holiday Inn Bulawayo gives its guests not only a great welcome and world class service but, due to its popularity with the local residents, an opportunity to meet them and enjoy the cultural heritage and fascinating history of the City Of Kings. Holiday Inn Bulawayo is located a short drive from the city centre, close to Ascot Race Course and an excellent 18-hole golf course.

The Kingdom At Victoria Falls Quatermains, The Rapid Pool, The Wild Thing and The Pit sound like titles of movies or books. They are the names of the four bars in African Sun’s closest hotel to the Victoria Falls, located within the Victoria Falls National Park, a World Heritage Site. The Kingdom at Victoria Falls facilities offers a fun-filled atmosphere in a unique blend of African tradition and first-class services. There are restaurants, bars, a casino, a spa and salon; three swimming pools, a children’s play area and toddlers pool. For special occasions, there are well equipped conference and banqueting facilities.

African sun hotels

As befits a major landmark in Zimbabwe‘s capital city, the combination of the trademark and African Sun welcome, with world class standards of products and services, creates a haven for the business traveler or pleasure seeker right in the heart of the commercial and entertainment district. The Crowne Plaza Monomatapa is located on the doorstep of the city‘s Central Park and Gardens, Zimbabwe’s National Gallery, a five minute walk away, and the renowned Botanical Gardens a short 10 minutes drive, makes your stay convenient in the hub of the city. Easy access to fine golf courses.

Currently African Sun operates hotels and resorts in Zimbabwe, Nigeria and Ghana. In Zimbabwe it operates hotels in all major cities and holiday resorts, including the world famous Victoria Falls. African Sun chooses its locations to appeal to a mix of business travelers and leisure seekers.

LOCATION Mallett Drive, Victoria Falls

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Troutbeck Resort, Nyanga, Eastern Highlands A three-hour drive from Harare, is all it takes for guests to enjoy the peace, tranquility, splendor and scenery, more akin to the Scottish Highlands than sub-tropical Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe’s highest peak, Mount Inyangani, provides a stunning backdrop. A visit to the Troutbeck Resort can be as invigorating or restful as anyone could hope for. Golf clubs, fishing rods, tackle and a zest for the outdoors are standard kit of many of the resort’s guests, which are complemented by the resort’s own 9-hole golf course and well-stocked lake. The open fire in the hotel foyer, alight since the opening 45 years ago, is the physical embodiment of the warmth of the welcome guests enjoy.

LOC ATION Park Lane, Harare CONTAC T +263 4 704 516

LOC ATION Samora Machel Avenue, Fifth Street, Harare CONTAC T +263 4 251 204

LOC ATION Milnerton Drive, Ascot, Bulawayo CONTAC T +263 9 252464

LOC ATION PO Box 1, Nyanga CONTAC T +263 298 487

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Perspectives on conserving our Heritage Human development is not something we can stop. What we can do is try to minimise the negative effects on the natural environment and traditional communities. You could, for instance, bulldoze a highway through a wetland (and this has been too often done), or could take the route around the wetland. You could build a safari lodge and take all the profits yourself, or you could enter into a partnership with the local community which de facto owns the land and will ensure the survival of the natural environment and wild animals; the corollary is, exclude them and you’ll lose it all. Talking of green places, few places are greener, at first glance anyways, than a golf course. The environmental scientist in me, however, tells me they are not always. To be fair, golf is a great game but golf courses use up enormous amounts of available water and leech large amounts of chemical nutrients into the ground water. In a cost-benefit way it all balances out, but it’s always struck me that we could be doing better here. There’s a concept in conservation known as a green corridor. It’s something the wine industry is catching on to and it’s something golf courses could too. The idea is that where humans alter the natural environment in a not-too drastic way (like vineyards or golf courses), they leave or create natural corridors to allow a bit of nature back in. Some courses already do it in lesser or greater amounts. And how cool is it to loft your drive over a snoozing antelope or crocodile, have a hornbill chirp you about your swing, then chip over some herons wading in the water hazard! If we cannot find ways of letting nature into our lives and into our games, maybe we don’t deserve them. Think of it like trading carbon credits: you offset your impact on the natural world by planting trees, paying someone else to plant them. Or by allowing the natural vegetation to persist in the roughs, along any (and every) natural watercourse, as well as in a buffer around each course. Crazy idea this year, a trend next and often law thereafter. Tell your friends you thought about it first. Who thought that during our lifetimes, having cut up the continent and fenced it into smaller and smaller areas where game is being choked to death, we would see the creation of super game reserves, or “transfrontier” parks as they are now called. Not just one, but nearly 10 of them now link vast tracts of game areas across political borders. Organisations like African Parks, are rescueing abandoned game parks around Africa and revitalising them with community buy-in.

“What is the good of having a nice house without a decent planet to put it on?” – Henry David Thoreau

If each one us would just do a little good, and stop doing something a little bad – things as simple as turning off lights, lowering your carbon usage, and taking your next holiday to a proven eco resort, and thinking of installing a solar geyser in your home, it would add up to a lot of good for our children’s children to inherit. But even if you don’t care for them, the world will become be a better place for you – and for me.

ABOUT David Bristow “Family and friends have been telling him for decades that he really should get a proper job. But, David reckons it’s way too late now – having spent nearly 40 years travelling Africa, writing about and photographing its wild places. For 13 of those he was editor of Getaway travel magazine, and for the rest he’s been producing books, like Africa’s Finest, which features the continent’s greenest safari destinations. Currently David is working on African Icons, or “the best book ever about Africa’s best places”. It will feature his list of Africa’s 21 must-see wild places, embellished with Roger de la Harpe’s photographs.

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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS Look no further than the National Parks. When you are looking for a mix of tranquil business breakaways and an opportunity to have fun in the bush, look no further than the national parks. Located in different landscapes across the country, national parks have a lot more to offer than you can imagine.

sacred sites The Sacred Site Foundation of South Africa (SSFoSA) a registered NPO, researches, maps, develops and raises consciousness of the prehistoric sacred sites in South Africa. They promote our indigenous heritage, spirit and wisdom through authentic, heartfelt commitment and respect. Sacred stones, springs and ancient burial caves are woven together

collectively to form South Africa's Sacred Sites, often aligned astronomically. Journeys and experiences are co-created with special facilitators, guiding and sharing in depth knowledge and wisdom of the edible and healing plants, the animals and the spirit that enshrines the sacred places you visit on route. A journey to enliven body, mind and soul.

To most local and international visitors national parks are synonymous with family focussed holiday breaks and it remains a well-kept secret. Some camps have meeting venues with state of the art audio-visual equipment and are equipped to host high-powered conferences and special social functions.

DIREC TION DETAILS To be advised for each tour SERVIC ES Dowsing and divining services and workshops Sacred Heritage Site – guide training Sacred Site custodianship Sustainable Site management consultants

Renowned world-wide, as the home of the Big Five, the Kruger National Park is the ultimate destination for anybody seeking close encounters with wildlife. The Kruger Park has three well equipped conferencing facilities in Skukuza, Berg-en-dal and Mopani rest camps. The Skukuza facility can accommodate up to 500 delegates and the nearby Skukuza Airport provides easy access by air. To wrap up the day, delegates can enjoy a late afternoon game drive, guided bush walks or play a round of golf with the Big Five of Africa. The Skukuza Golf Club offers a 9-hole golf course which is unfenced, providing not only a golfing challenge but an opportunity to view the wildlife of the Kruger roaming freely. The Golden Gate Highlands National Park is nestled in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains, less than 15 minutes’ drive from the nearest town, Clarens. Ardent golfers can play a round of golf at the stylish Clarens Golf Estate. The Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets has five conferencing venues and can accommodate up to 300 delegates. After the business of the day delegates can enjoy activities including hiking trails, abseiling, horse riding, canoeing and cultural tours at the Basotho Cultural Village.

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When all is said and done and business strategies completed, the beauty of national parks lies in their ability to offer a world of adventure to spice up any business event or social gathering. Bheki Zwane General Manager: Sales and Marketing South African National Parks

LOC ATION Cape Town & the Western Cape

SUNPATH H IKING Sunpath Sacred Site Hiking: Guided Day Hikes to Sacred Sites 5 Day Hoerikwaggo Trail Cape Point to Table Mountain

HIKING: GUIDED CAPE TOWN EXCURSIONS The Pyramid and All Seeing Eye Low fitness: 2 – 3 hours Visit a 50 ft crystalline Pyramidal Markerstone – capturing the setting sun on the summer solstice through a hole at its apex, the “all seeing eye”. Explore sacred geometry and earth energies using dowsing rods.

The Great Burial Cave and Crystal Tunnel / Ascension Cave Medium Fitness: 3 hours This crystal tunnel cave, 27ft in diameter, is located in the Peninsula. Peers Cave is an ancient burial site. Over 14 skeletons have been excavated. Regarded as one of the most sacred caves, the ‘Cave of Ascension’, is believed to be a ritual cave of rebirth and fertility.

The Sacred Llundudno Fertility Caves and Great Motherstone Low Fitness: 2 – 3 hours At this magical place the ritual earth, sea and sky meet. This is the sleeping place where the sun symbolically died. Visit sacred caves and shell middens, steeped with the spirit of the ancestors. Experience the power and beauty of the ‘Great Motherstone’.

Lion’s Head The Watchman’s Cave and The Granite Crystal Skull Medium Fitness: 3 hours Explore this incredible crystal rock surrounded by earth energies. On Lion’s Head lies a sacred guardian. This 10 ft granite head faces south with an eyehole aligned due west that captures the setting sun. Also visit Watchman’s Cave, believed to be a sacred cave used by the early Shamans and Healers.

CONTAC T +27 (0)79 404 8762 dean@sunpath.co.za OVER LAND TOURS SAC RED J OURNE YS South African Soul Journeys Departures Apr, Sep and Nov 2015 Guided, including Cradle of Mankind, Cape Town, Bushmans Kloof and Garden Route www.sacredsites.co.za

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World Heritage in South Africa

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World Heritage Sites belong to all humanity. UNESCO identifies sites of cultural and natural value. Preservation is determined by stringent selection criteria. Eight scenic and cultural treasures have been declared South African World Heritage Sites: 1999, 2005: Cradle of Humankind (25º 55’ 45” S 27º 47’ 20” E) Sterkfontein, Kromdraai, has 950 hominid fossil specimens, evidence of human evolution over the last 3.5-million years and brings insight about the earliest ancestors of humankind. 1999: Robben Island (33º 48’ S 18º 22’ E), became infamous as a maximum-security prison for anti-apartheid activists including Nelson Mandela. It has become a universal symbol of freedom. 1999: The iSimangaliso Wetland Park (27º 50’ 20” S 32º 33’ E). St. Lucia estuary is one of the largest in Africa and includes the continent’s southernmost coral reefs, wide submarine canyons, sandy beaches, forested dunes and a mosaic of wetlands, grasslands, forests, lakes and savannah. Find nesting turtles on the beaches; migrating whales, dolphins and whale-sharks offshore; and breeding colonies of pelicans, storks, herons and terns. 2000: The uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park (S29 22 59.988 E29 32 26.016) is SA’s watershed. Through 4 000 years, the indigenous San, created the largest collection of African rock art. Diverse habitats protect endemic and threatened species, especially birds and plants. 2003: Mapungubwe (22º 11’ 33” S 29º 14’ 20” E), an ancient civilization near our northern borders, exposes almost untouched remains of their palace, entire settlement area, and two earlier capitals, dating between 1300 to 1220AD. 2004: The Cape Floral Region (34º 10’ S 18º 22’ 30” E) from the Cape Peninsula to the Eastern Cape, takes up 0.04% of the world’s land, contains 3% of the earth’s plant species; is home to nearly 20% of Africa’s flora, is home to 9 600 vascular plants species, with 70% endemic. The region has 11 000 marine animal species, 3 500 are endemic, and 560 vertebrate species, including 142 reptile species, of which 27 are endemic. 2005: Vredevort Dome (26º 51’ 36” S 27º 15’ 36” E) is an impact crater formed 2-billion years ago. A 10 km in diameter meteorite hit earth. The impact scar measures 380 km across and consists of three concentric circles of uplifted rock, only 180 km are visible. 2007: The Richtersveld Cultural and Botanical Desert Landscape (28º 36’ S 17º 12’ 14” E), is home to semi-nomadic Nama. Khoisan collectively describes the Khoi, known as Hottentots who were pastoralists and effectively annihilated; and the San, or Bushmen, were huntergatherers, some still lives in SA. www.southafrica.net, http://whc.unesco.org/en/statesparties/za, image credits © UNESCO.

Follow ancient history in the Magaliesberg and enjoy an African sunset over the magnificent Cradle of Humankind when visiting this World Heritage Site. Maropeng, the Official Visitor Center for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, means “returning to the place of origin” in Setswana. Follow the steps of the origin of our species while staying at the 24-bedroomed, boutique Maropeng Hotel, perfectly suited for a romantic getaway or conference. The Maropeng Visitor Centre: Tour 2 500 m² of inter active exhibits on the development of humans and our ancestors over the past few million years – a thrilling journey through time. An underground boat ride with snow-making and iceproducing machines give voyagers an indication of what the ice age may have been like. Journey further in time to the world submerged in water, and beyond that to the formation of the earth’s crust and the shifting of the tectonic plates. Continue on foot into the “black hole”, before emerging in front of an audio-visual presentation on the formation of the earth.

The Sterkfontein Caves are owned by the University of the Witwatersrand where scientists have been responsible for the main excavations. Discoveries include stone age tools, many plants, hominid and animal fossils such as the world famous 2.1 million year old “Mrs Ples”, and the almost complete three million year old Australopithecus skeleton “Little Foot”.

LOC ATION R400, just off the R563 Hekpoort Road, Sterkfontein, Gauteng -25°58'01.5528", 027°39'45.0252" FAC I LITIES Maropeng Hotel 24 luxury rooms Lounge, restaurant and bar

The Tumulus Restaurant offers refreshments and meals whilst you enjoy spectacular views over the Magaliesberg and Witwatersberg mountain ranges.

Swimming pool Maropeng Visitor Centre Sterkfontein Cave – tours Restaurants

The Maropeng Conference Centre events team will turn your conference, strategy session or team-building event into an unforgettable experience. There are state-of-the-art facilities and full catering amenities ideal for intimate meetings or events hosting up to 500 delegates. The Cradle of Humankind covers 53 000 ha north-west of Gauteng, and is home to over 17 000 residents. The Magalies Meander and hot-air ballooning give additional regional perspective.

Conference and event facilities

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TAU GAME LODGE

LOCATION Madikwe Game Reserve North West Province GPS for Helipad next to Lodge: 24o42’ 467S 26o 12’288E ACCOMMODAT I O N 30 Luxury chalets Viewing decks Swimming pool Conventioncentre Dining venues Boma Tau Spa Oasis FAC I LITIES Game drives Big Five, Wild Dog, Cheetah and 27 major game species Bird-watching – 250 species CONTAC T +27 (0)11 466 8715 +27 (0)11 466 8717 www.taugamelodge.co.za

“A normal morning drive, warm with low lying clouds hugging the tops of the Inselbergs. The guests and I were on one mission … Leopard! We were in my personal favourite leopard spot, but despite whatever spot you are in, leopard are far from guaranteed. We took the western fence line, a route well-travelled by one of the dominant males of the area. On this route, we came across the sight of two giant elephant bulls in a full out battle for supremacy which took place in front of our vehicle … A true clash of the titans!” Expect the unexpected at Tau and spend your nights listening to roaring lions from the watering hole and even witnessing the odd kill. Tau endeavours to give back to the community and the environment in every aspect of their business, always keeping in mind the success of all involved in the projects which Tau supports. For this reason the Tau Foundation and the Tau Tree Fund were started, allowing guests to participate in the experience of giving back to our beautiful land.

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Entabeni Safari conservancy

Tau Game Lodge overlooks a natural waterhole, which attracts a variety of game, as does the diverse vegetation that thrives in the fertile topsoil. Thirty luxury chalets are spread out in U-formation on either side of the lodge, offering excellent views of animals approaching the waterhole from the opposite bank. Six chalets were enlarged and are now able to accommodate three adults sharing or two adults and two children in one deluxe chalet. The family suite is an ideal spacious, open-plan and modern unit, suitable for families or two couples travelling together. Tau boasts a state-of-the-art convention centre, walking distance from the lodge, and can seat up to 150 delegates. Tau Spa Oasis offers a sanctuary where you can indulge your senses in a unique fusion of therapies designed to replenish and soothe body, mind and soul. Madikwe Game Reserve boasts yearround game viewing and is one of the few reserves where one can view a wide variety of fauna, including the Big 5, wild dog and cheetah, and is home to a bird population of over 250 species.

Entabeni Safari Conservancy “The Place of the Mountain”, is situated in the World Heritage “Waterberg Biosphere” of the Waterberg region. Less than a threehour drive north of Johannesburg, this 22 000 ha malaria-free reserve boasts five eco-systems. Entabeni offers far more than the usual game sightings of the Big Five. Scenic helicopter flights are an experience beyond comparison. Combine an exhilarating helicopter flight with a romantic meal on a secluded mountain top and enjoy the indescribable natural beauty of the Waterberg Region. Encounter the supreme wildlife of Africa including the Big Five with qualified rangers, either in open, safari game viewing vehicles, or on foot. Other activities include golf, stargazing, sunset cruises, bush dinners, Cultural Village and the Wildlife Cultural Centre. Entabeni Safari Conservancy offers accommodation in six unique lodges : Lakeside Lodge is set on the banks of the 1.7 km Lake Entabeni. View hippos from private decks with everchanging reflections of the Entabeni Mountain in the Lake. Under the shadow of Entabeni Mountain,

Ravineside Lodge is built on stilts hugging the cliff edge, offering spectacular, unspoilt ravine and wooded hillside views. Kingfisher Lodge is intimate and exclusive. The ambience is luxuriously inviting. Lake tranquility and distant bush views is nature at its undisturbed best. A true African bush experience awaits guests at Wildside Safari Camp and Southern Sky Safari Camp. The essence of unspoilt Waterberg wilderness is combined with comfortable, en-suite tented chalets, creating a wild Africa atmosphere. Outdoor dinners, served in the boma, where a roaring fire and nocturnal calls of the wild create the perfect, relaxing end to exhilarating days in the bush. The elegance of Hanglip Mountain Lodge evokes the romantic Africa of yesteryear. All luxury suites, furnished in African Baroque style, have private sun decks with breathtaking views across wetlands and vast open plains. The Legend Lodges, Hotels & Resorts group encompasses the rich diversity of Southern Africa. Head office is based in Pretoria. Properties are located throughout South Africa and in Mozambique including Resorts, Game and Safari Lodges, Country Lodges, Coastal Hotels and Lodges, Cultural Villages and Shebeens.

LOC ATION Upper Escaprment: 24° 08’ 35.6” S 28° 34’ 34.6”E Lower Escaprment: 24° 13’ 02.5” S 28° 42’ 54.1”E AC COM M ODATION Lakeside Lodge: 22 rooms Ravineside Lodge: 24 rooms Kingfisher Lodge: 8 rooms Wildside Safari Camp: 20 tented chalets Hanglip Mountain Lodge: 10 rooms Southern Sky Safari Camp: 11 tented chalets CONTAC T Central Reservations: +27 (0) 11 729 6700 www.legendgolfsafari.com www.legendlodges.co.za

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WHITE ELEPHANT SAFARI

LOC ATION Farm Leeuwspoor Pongola Game Reserve South KwaZulu-Natal S27.39033 E31.91016 AC COMMODAT I O N Safari Lodge – 8 luxury en-suite safari tents Bush Camp – 7 thatched en-suite chalets, self-catering Umkhaya Cottage – 4 bed selfcontained cottage, self-catering FAC I LITIES 16000 ha Lake Jozini Views over Lake Jozini and Lebombo Mountains Swimming pool EXPER IENCE Game drives, guided walks, rhino walks, ‘Elephanting’ experience Conservation operations

We invite you to experience a White Elephant Safari at the foot of the majestic Lebombo Mountains and the shimmering waters of Lake Jozini, in Northern KwaZuluNatal’s Pongola region. White Elephant is a special place that captures the history and romance of the bygone era.

Research projects www.space4elephants.org

Beautiful views, glorious sunsets, therapeutic silence, game drives, guided walks, boat cruises, tiger fishing, brilliant bird watching, rhino walks, a unique ‘elephanting’ experience, scenic flights, research projects and behind-the-scenes conservation operations ensure a rich, varied safari experience.

R ESERVATIO NS +27 (0) 34 4132489

Stay in luxurious, 5-star en-suite safari-style tents at Safari Lodge or in spacious thatched en-suite chalets at the self-catering Bush Camp.

Boat cruises, Tiger fishing Scenic flights

White Elephant Safari Lodge & Bush Camp

UmKhaya Cottage is ideal for self-catering couples or small families for a totally private bush experience. White Elephant is the perfect romantic retreat for newly weds and special occasions.

An authentic ‘Out of Africa’ safari experience

A magical treetop hideaway

addo elephant national park, eastern cape

plettenberg bay, garden route

The Space for Elephants Foundation, initiated by Dr. Heinz Kohrs aims to restore ancient elephant migration routes. Through corridors, the interlinking of farms and Transfrontier Parks, wildlife will be able to move more freely and naturally, as they would have hundreds of years ago before land was divided by fences. At White Elephant life is a celebration of Nature’s simplicity and beauty, its music and harmonies. It is a place that ignites a passion in your soul and a love for the environment.

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Gracious, leisurely country living

Vibrant, casual and relaxed dining

plettenberg bay, garden route

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DE HOOp collection

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location Off R303, Koue Bokkeveld Cederberg

LOC ATION De Hoopvlei Malgas, Bredasdorp area

S32° 44' 3" E19° 32' 25"

20°22'59"E, 34°27'0"S ACCOMMODAT I O N Opstal Manor House Opstal Houses Opstal Vlei Cottages The Opstal De Hoop Village Vlei Rondawels Melkkamer Manor House Melkkamer Foreman Cottage Melkkamer Vlei Cottage Koppie Alleen Camping & caravan sites FAC I LITIES Aircraft landing strip The Fig Tree Restaurant Picnic baskets Walking and hiking trails Mountain biking Whales and marine life CONTAC T +27 (0)21 422 4522 +27 (0)861 334 667 res@dehoopcollection.co.za www.dehoopcollection.com

KAGGA KAMMA NATURE RESERVE

De Hoop Nature Reserve is part of a World Heritage Site and Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. It offers spectacular coastline, sand dunes, vlei, flora, mountain, birding, wildlife and some of the world’s best whale sighting experiences. Between fynbos plains, game drives and the endless beach, there’s no better way to spend your day. Marine and wildlife education talks, the whales, stargazing, the camp fire and hospitality will fulfil your stay. This marine protected area is transformed into one of the world’s most important nursery areas for Southern Right Whales between June and November each year – at times viewing more than 50 whales in a single sighting. The 36 000 ha De Hoop Nature Reserve is a safe, outdoor destination

with almost year-round sunshine. The accommodation offered is either catered or self catered. The offerings range from rondavels through to cottages and houses to 5-star manor houses, something for everyone. Day visitors are welcome. Birdlife is plenty. Walking, hiking and cycling trails abound, allowing visitors to view the various game species, fauna and birdlife from close up. The Fig Tree Restaurant is open all day offering delicious local fare including picnic baskets for alfresco meals or to take to the beach. Celebrations, weddings and conferencing are also available. Guided quad bike trails are a highlight. A tennis court, swimming pool and a boules courtyard are available.

Let the magic of Kagga Kamma replenish your Soul … In 1986 three individuals saw the potential and purchased the enchanting and secluded 15 000 ha farm properties. Soon a small stone cottage was built to allow the owners to entertain friends. In 1988, Kagga Kamma became a Nature Reserve. For effective water resource management the adjacent farm Grootvlei was bought in 1989. The first chalets were then built and several antelope species were introduced. Kagga Kamma has grown into a luxurious resort, offering something for everyone, continuously striving to offer guests memorable experiences. Stylish accommodation is provided in Cave Suites, an Outcrop Open Air Room and in luxurious thatched ‘Rondavels’. Fine dining, exclusive tours and activities, are offered on an all inclusive basis.

In 2013 Kagga Kamma was awarded the RCI Green Award for installing a Solar Photovoltaic hybrid energy system. This installation provides environmentally friendly power to the entire resort and reduces the resort's carbon footprint. The absolute tranquillity of this unique Cederberg wilderness is part of the Cape's indigenous ‘fynbos’ region. Various of the local fauna sightings are rarely seen in other parts of the country. Kagga Kamma offers guided 4 x 4 and quad bike safaris, hiking trails and star gazing at the mini Observatory. Whilst relaxing at the resort’s swimming pool, guests can marvel at the rock formations partially surrounding this area. The Spa offers exclusive wellness treatments to relax and rejuvenate. Enjoy a sundowner as the seasonally changing colours of the sky and picturesque Karoo-like landscape views, leave you with lasting, beautiful memories.

AC COM M ODATION Outcrop open air room 5 thatched rondavels, en-suite 10 cave suites, en-suite 1 chalet: up to 6 visitors Swartrug Camp campsite FAC I LITIES Lodge restaurant and bar Outdoor ‘lapa’ Swimming pool, spa Wedding and function venues Curio shop Guided excursions Morning game drives Bushman rock art tour Sundowner drives Night drives and stargazing Quad bike and 4 x 4 safaris CONTAC T Reservations: +27 (0)21 872 4343 info@kaggakamma.co.za www. kaggakamma.co.za KaggaKamma @kaggakamma

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african sun hotels Caribbea Bay Resort Lake Kariba, the largest man-made lake on the African continent after Egypt’s Aswan Dam and Cahora Bassa in Mozambique, is bordered by Zimbabwe and Zambia, and fed by the mighty Zambezi River.

AC COMMODAT I O N 41 Casita rooms 35 Deluxe rooms Seven suites

Kariba town, near the massive dam wall, has become a tourist resort in its own right. With its great climate all year round and a host of water sports on hand, makes this a favourite Zimbabwean playground. Sun downers on the pool deck, informal dinner in the Terrace Restaurant, and excellent views of the lake add to the highlights of a memorable stay at Caribbea Bay Resort.

CONTAC T +263 61 2454 / 2455

AC COMMODAT I O N 86 Standard rooms 10 Deluxe rooms 4 suites CONTAC T +263 18 337 / 750 / 751

AC COMMODAT I O N 45 Standard rooms 2 suites CONTAC T +263 39 262274 CENTR A L R ESERVAT I O NS +27 (0)100030079/81/82/83/84 pacro@africansunhotels.com www.africansunhotels.com

Hwange Safari Lodge Famous for its huge populations of game, including the Big Five and the world’s biggest elephant population, this conservancy is on the border of Hwange National Park – 14 650 km2 of unspoilt African bush, an hour’s drive from Victoria Falls. Let the experienced game rangers guide you whilst sharing knowledge with you about the park, its flora and fauna, and its inhabitants on day and night drives. The lodge’s water-hole provides game viewing from each room, the restaurant, pool area and viewing deck. Enjoy bush dinners under starlight skies and local traditional entertainment.

Great Zimbabwe Hotel The Great Zimbab we Monument is the capital of the ancient realm of King Munhumutapa. Fashioned between 1250 and 1450 AD, from regular rectangular granite blocks skilfully placed one upon the other without the use of tools. This World Heritage Site is a unique historical, cultural and archaeological landmark with many unusual artefacts including the Zimbabwe bird. Straddling its own grounds and the World Heritage Site is the Great Zimbab we Hotel with its own African Sun tradition of a warm welcome and great service.

CHOBE GAME LODGE T H E M O S T I C O N I C L O D G E I N B O T S WA N A An unforgettable safari experience in the world-renowned Chobe National Park.

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MESSAGE FROM THE CAPE WINEMAKERS GUILD The South African wine industry has achieved substantial growth within the past 20 years since Democracy. Exports have, for example increased exponentially from 50 million litres in 1994 to more than 500 million litres by the end of 2013 this is a fantastic story. The industry is now ready for its next growth curve. Currently the South African wine industry is still fragmented in its nature. In order to be more globally competitive, an industry-wide effort is needed to be launched that will have to address issues such as technology, production capacity, quality of our South African product, transformation and access to global markets. Despite a challenging 2014 season characterised by high, and in some instances untimely rainfall, the South African wine industry had an average sized, good quality wine grape harvest, with exceptional harvests in especially the coastal regions. As the Chairman of The Cape Winemakers Guild Protégés program, I have confidence that the wine industry in future will continue to uphold its high standards. The program offers protégés the opportunity to learn specialised skills and processes, from sourcing grapes and selecting barrels to the art of producing quality wines. The members encourage the young winemakers to reach their full potential by cultivating, nurturing and empowering the promising individuals to become winemakers of distinction. All the Protégés have the opportunity to make their own wine during their internships. The programme plays an active role in the transformation of the wine industry to ensure its long term health and sustainability within South Africa. Through maintaining our collective philosophy of being a world class contender and striving for perfection, we have become one of the great wine destinations in the world. It is truly an honour for me to be part of the South African wine industry. Louis Strydom Chairman of the Cape Winemakers Guild Development Trust; Winemaker at Ernie Els Wines

“Wine drinkers make grape lovers.”

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For the past 15 years, Ernie Els Wines has grown and matured into a successful and multi-award winning enterprise with a magnificent portfolio of wines produced at the winery situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch.

LOCATION Constantia, Cape Town 340 01’37,03” S, 180 25’28,84” E FAC I LITIES Iziko Museum Cellar tour and wine tasting Vineyard tours Restaurants Art Gallery EVENTS Functions Weddings Wine sales TH E ESTATE’S MAI N VAR IETA L S Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Shiraz Pinotage CONTAC T +27 (0)21 794 5128 www.grootconstantia.co.za

Groot Constantia the Cape’s oldest and most famous wine farms dating back to. The Groot Constantia trademark is one of the oldest surviving trademarks in the world today serving as a testimony of continuous quality wine production over centuries. Therefore, wines and heritage remain at the heart of the Constantia Valley. The land was granted to Simon van der Stel, 891 morgen (about 763 ha), situated behind Table Mountain, which he named “Constantia”. The farm had several owners of which two were female. The Cloete family put Groot Constantia on the map from 1778 to 1885. Constantia wine was coveted across the globe and those who were fortunate enough to taste it soon refused to settle for anything less. Members of the British Royal House, Napoleon Bonaparte, King Louis Philippe of France, Frederick (The Great) of Prussia, the Lord Seventeen of the VOC, governors, admirals, captains, and many other dignitaries coveted the Constantia label. Considering that they have been making wine for 325 years from some of the very

first vines planted in the Cape – in what can only be described as the perfect natural conditions and under the watchful eye of the winemakers – it becomes clear why Groot Constantia wines have become legendary and unique. The estate today, covers 170 ha, of which 96 ha is under vines. Over the last 10 years Groot Constantia has won 65 gold medals for a variety of its wines. Groot Constantia stands as a pinion of excellence for the South African wine industry and is an ideal model for the preservation of the cultural and historical heritage of the country. The farm has a wonderful array of things to do and see: visit the Manor House and Cloete Cellar dating back to 1791. Daily cellar tours and wine tasting as well as guided vineyard tours, two outstanding restaurants (Simon’s and Jonkershuis), as well as an art gallery displaying the paintings of local artists. As one of Cape Town’s Big Six tourist attractions, with over 300 000 estate visitors annually, they are part of the Hop-on-Hop-off city sightseeing bus route.

ernie els wines

Ernie is passionate about the wine industry and from the very first vintage appointed experienced winemaker Louis Strydom to head up the production of his fine wines. Ernie’s passion for these wines, combined with winemaker Louis Strydom’s considerable talent, has proved a winning combination. Since its launch in 1999, Ernie Els Wines has established a magnificent portfolio of red and white wines, offering quality wines for everyone at various different pricepoints. Ernie Els Wines has won plaudits and many prestigious awards around the world and the team continues to make a big impact on both the South African and

international wine markets. Louis Strydom, one of the leading winemakers in the South African wine industry for almost 20 years, and now the former Chairman of the Cape Winemakers Guild, plays a key role. “I’m excited about taking the Ernie Els Wines brand forward,” commented Louis. “We are here to show the true potential of the Ernie Els terroir and cellar ability, and to make Ernie Els Wines more available to a wider spectrum of consumer.” Louis has produced the only South African wine that has been nominated four years consecutively as one of the Top 100 wines in the world. The vision for the future of Ernie Els Wines lies in “driving Cabernet Sauvignon”, the grape variety that performs so well in this area of Stellenbosch known as the “Golden Triangle”. Cabernet Sauvignon features prominently in most of the red wines produced from the property, and more often than not, is the cornerstone of the red blends. The vision is for Ernie Els Wines to become the benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet-based blends producer in South Africa.

LOC ATION Western Cape Annandale Road, Stellenbosch S 34° 00, 880 E 018° 50, 860 FAC I LITIES Wine tasting and lunch cellar tours Golf chipping competitions Red Wines Ernie Els Signature Ernie Els Proprietor’s Cabernet Sauvignon Ernie Els Proprietor’s Blend Ernie Els Proprietor’s Syrah Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon Ernie Els Merlot Big Easy Red Big Easy Rosé White Wines Ernie Els Sauvignon Blanc Big Easy white CONTAC T +27 (0)21 881 3588 www.ernieelswines.com

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PLETTENBERG BAY WINELANDS

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LOCATION Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

LOC ATION Silvermine Road, Noordhoek

33 ̊ 05’ S 23 ̊37’ E WINE ESTATES & FAR MS On the Plett Wine Route: Andersons Wine Estate Bosky Dell Bramon Wine Estate Lodestone Wine & Olives Luka Wines Newstead Lund Family Vineyard Packwood Wine & Country Estate Plettenvale Estate Rare Earth Wines

CONTAC T +27 (0)44 533 4065 projects@pletttourism.com www.pletttourism.com Plettenberg Bay Tourism Plett_Tourism pletttourism

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CAPE POINT VINEYARDS

With wildlife and a view to make anyone green with envy, it is no wonder that visitors plan their entire vacation schedule around a single round of golf at some of the finest fairways set in breathtaking locations around the Garden Route. The differences in scenery, geography and style ensure that you can play for days without being bored. Neighbouring the golf estates you will find 16 wine farms and estates to tickle your taste buds whilst dining or visiting various wine growers’ tasting rooms, during your stay. The Plett Winelands are producing award winning wines and Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines. This is one of South Africa’s newest wine of origin regions and they are producing a variety of cultivars, including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Rosé, along with the expanding Méthode Cap Classique varieties. Peter Thorpe, a pioneering wine maker, discovered a piece of land with characteristic gentle slopes and cool

sea breezes in The Crags area 14 years ago. Shortly thereafter he planted the first vines, believing the tepid climate and the soil conditions were excellent for vine growth. The first vines, Sauvignon Blanc, were planted in 2000 and over the years Plett has seen a growth of 16 new vineyards in the region. 200 000 bottles are produced annually, with the Sauvignon Blanc being considered equal to the one that is produced on the Malborough estates in New Zealand, not only for its climatic and geographic characteristics, but for the style of new aged wines which are changing perceptions of wine and bubbly, making local indeed ‘lekker’. Set in the valleys and hills from Harkerville in the west to the Crags in the east, the vineyards are framed by the Indian Ocean on the south side and the Tsitsikamma Mountains to the north – an extraordinary natural amphitheatre which will come alive with the launch of the Plett Winelands Trails in May 2015.

The views from the spacious deck, of the vineyards, the mountains towards Chapman’s Peak and Noordhoek beach will take your breath away. Guests opting for a leisurely lunch or dinner at the Cape Point Vineyards Restaurant will be charmed by its stylish, comfortable interiors and the relaxed ambience. This new restaurant with its warm, personal service, superb food and wine offering, no doubt, is set to make waves in this corner of the Cape Peninsula. The Cape Point Vineyards Restaurant is open for lunch between 12:00 and 14:30 on weekends, and on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday evenings during the week. Dinner is served from 19:00 to 21:00 on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. In summer gourmet picnic baskets can be pre-ordered, offering excellent value at R395 per basket for two. Delicious Cheese and Charcuterie Platters (between R195 and R250 per platter) present a generous serving for two people.

At the new Tasting Room next to the Restaurant, sharing space on the stylish and comfortable deck with the restaurant, taste winemaker Duncan Savage’s awardwinning wines. The Tasting room is open from 10:00 to 18:00 daily, except for Thursdays when it closes at 15:00 (just before the Noordhoek Community Market commences).

FAC I LITIES Wine tasting Restaurant Picnics Community market Wedding and function venue AWARDS 2006 to 2014 Decanter World Wine Awards: 3 International trophy awards Best wine in the world, in its class 12 Old Mutual Trophy Awards

The famous Noordhoek Community Market at Cape Point Vineyards, is a longstanding favourite of the local community who flock here on Thursdays between 16:30 and 20:30. On Tuesday nights it is informal ‘Burger Night’ with mouth-watering choices of flame-grilled pure beef, chicken breast or vegetarian burgers, served casual picnic-style.

12 Five Star ratings from Platter’s (as well as most successful producer in 2008) Numerous 90+ wine spectator ratings Numerous 90+ Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Ratings CONTAC T +27 (0)21 789 0900 bookings@cape-point.com www.capepointvineyards.co.za @CPVineyards Cape Point Vineyards

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MESSAGE FROM THE SOUTH AFRICAN SPA ASSOCIATION Why Spa? Millions of people worldwide visit spas every year but if you have never been to a spa, you may be wondering why they go. SRI International‘s latest Global Spa & Wellness Economy Report values the global Spa & Wellness industry at $3.4-trillion. There are an estimated 105 591 spas in operation around the world. The emerging markets in the Middle East and Africa have demonstrated the highest growth rate, with the spa sector in the region, expanding by a remarkable 134%. This growth is driven by consumers, in this region, assuming greater personal responsibility for their own health and wellbeing. People love to be pampered. In today’s world of non-stop communication, finding the balance in our life can be challenging. Spas offer a refuge from this frenzied pace – offering a time and place to relax and disconnect from the world to recharge mind, body and spirit. With so many wellness options available, today's spas can offer unique experiences for guests. You can de-stress with a weekend of sport or hiking combined with a wellness programme. Programme options can include: body detoxification with a nutrition programme, exercise with treatments, new medical aesthetic treatments to help one look and feel years’ younger, or simply enjoying a traditional massage. Here are some of the best reasons to go to a spa: Get Healthy and Detox: all-inclusive destination spas offer complete programmes including exercise and nutrition, with relaxing spa treatments. Relax and enjoy the outdoors: If you simply want to enjoy a few spa treatments, relax on a lounger beside the pool in a tranquil environment and enjoy a healthy lunch at a hotel or resort spa. There's a huge range of massages available, in terms of price, facilities and amenities. Water treatments: When submerged in water your body is finds balance, as water provides the equilibrium. Find floatation pools, hydrotherapy pools as well as Jacuzzis in many good spas.

“Gold that buys health can never be ill spent.” – Thomas Dekker, Westward Ho, 1604

To assist your choice and ensure your spa experience meets expectations, be sure to visit a SA Spa Associaton Accredited Spa. The South African Spa Association is the ambassador for the spa industry, with representation in all aspects related to spas, such as health and wellness, tourism and hospitality, education and training. The SA Spa Association provides the consumer with peace of mind when visiting a member spa, as all spas conform to international quality standards, staff qualifications and training is maintained and a code of ethics upheld. Enjoy your spa experience. Dr Nadine de Freitas Executive Director South African Spa Association

CONTAC T +27 (0)11 447 9959 A full list of member spas is available: www.saspaassociation.co.za

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Red Carnation Hotel Collection South Africa Welcome to the Red Carnation Hotels Collection. Sixteen luxury award-winning, family owned and run boutique hotels, located in the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Switzerland and the USA. Each hotel is distinguished by an absolute commitment to attentive service and the comfort of every guest.

LOCATION Camps Bay, Cape Town ACCOMMODAT I O N 55 guest rooms & 15 luxury suites 1 Presidential suite CONTAC T +27 (0)21 437 9000

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The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa Find this oasis nestled between the unspoiled natural beauty of the Table Mountain National Park and the Atlantic Ocean, the perfect host for romantic getaways, special occasion and for corporate functions. Rooms and suites, individually decorated, reflect a fresh, calming environment, combining sophistication with simplicity, comfort and elegance. The spa … be pampered with choice treatments and spectacular ocean views at the outdoor spa gazebo.

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat Located 270 km from Cape Town, in the Cederberg Mountains, is malaria- and predator free. This sanctuary’s breathtaking beauty and tranquility is set amidst wide open plains, majestic rock formations and crystal clear waterfalls. Magnificent rooms and suites have private terraces. Delicious organic cuisine is served in awesome dining locations. Enjoy guided walks through indigenous ‘fynbos’. See non-predator wildlife. Visit San-Bushman art. The intimate spa and riverside spa gazebo offer unique holistic healing techniques and treatments using ancient remedies.

The Oyster Box Poised on Umhlanga’s beachfront, with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and direct beach access, visit one of SA’s most distinguished hotels. Rooms and suites are individually decorated. The villas has a private plunge pool, overlooking tropical gardens. Renowned for its cuisine, guests can choose to dine at six venues. The sunken wine cellar is a private function venue. The Palm Court serves a lavish, traditional ‘High Tea’. The world class spa offers wellness and beauty treatments including South Africa’s only authentic, Turkish Hammam and fitness centre. This premier venue caters for weddings, honeymoons, conferences and workshops.

For bookings: Tel: +27 (0) 44 349 2400 reservations@lakepleasantliving.com www.lakepleasantliving.com | www.mantiscollection.com

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SACRED MOUNTAIN LODGE

locat ion 6 Avondrust Lane Noordhoek 34 01' 37,03" S, 18 25' 28,84" E ACCOMMODAT I O N Vine Cottage 2 bed-roomed Rose Suite 2 bed-roomed Clydesdale luxury suite Oak Tree Cottage Acorn Cottage Squirrel Cottage Willow Suite FAC I LITIES Wellness Jacuzzi spa Therapies and treatments Pool CONTAC T Tel: 021 789 2713 info@sacredmountain.co.za Sacred Mountain Lodge www.sacredmountain.co.za

Surrounded by the peaks of Table Mountain National Park on three sides and the ocean to the front, lies the lush valley of Noordhoek. At the heart, down a quiet country lane, you will find Sacred Mountain Lodge. Indulge in the tranquil and enchanting environment, steeped in history. The views and sunsets from Chapman’s Peak are nothing short of spectacular! We invite you to come and feel the forces of nature here, at the south-westerly tip of Africa, to enjoy our warm hospitality in peaceful surroundings.

Intimate Conferences and Functions Are you looking for a nature retreat to relax, unwind and rejuvenate your team’s spirit? The Clydesdale Conference Suite accommodates up to 30 delegates, depending on seating style.

Team building Overnight and day packages are tailor made. Activities can include abseiling off Chapman’s Peak, cage diving with great white sharks, canoeing or horse riding along the 8 km stretch of pristine white beach, swimming in the heart of nature, and enjoying a picnic or spit-braai.

receptions. For such momentous occasion, we design a complete package for the bride and groom to be, relieving preparatory anxiety and stress.

Wellness Our private and tranquil wellness and spa retreat is a small and intimate wooden cabin set in a private forested clearing, offering a sauna and jacuzzi spa, for guest exclusive use during your stay. Many wellness treatments and therapies are offered. Tailor made spa packages can be booked, including a leisurely lunch by our solar heated pool and top spa pool.

Eco Friendly We strive to preserve this idyllic natural setting for future generations. Sacred Mountain Lodge follows stringent “green tourism” practices, to have minimum impact on the beautiful area.

Weddings

Sacred Mountain Lodge eco-friendly accommodation, use of bio-degradable products, low energy lighting, water saving showers, waste separation for recycling, and general design efficiency, all contribute to do doing our little part, in helping save our precious earth.

Unquestionably is the most special day in one’s life. Sacred Mountain Lodge provides undivided attention to detail in organizing and hosting weddings and

We invite and value guests to share this refreshing harmony with us.

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THE GORGE PRIVATE GAME LODGE & SPA

locat ion Turn off at the Oribi Toll Plaza near Port Shepstone. 30° 42’ 56.40”S 30° 12’ 41.60”E. AC COMMODAT I O N Chalets FAC I LITIES Restaurant Pool terrace Spa and wellness Conference and meeting venues Guided forest walks Bushman paintings Game drives Fresh water fishing NEAR BY Golf Abseiling Zip line and waterfall swing Kayaking Mountain biking Horse riding Diving, Aliwal Shoal

Experience ever changing views ... for there is life in movement and power in change … discover yours, at The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa. Nestled in the pristine, “malaria free” area of Kwa-Zulu Natal’s South Coast, 34 km from Port Shepstone, the area is often referred to as a photographer and nature lover’s paradise. Guests have access to approximately 5 000 ha of prime land, with expansive views over the Oribi Nature Reserve. Enjoy the sight of the endangered Cape Vultures gliding on thermals. This owner run boutique lodge, lays emphasis is on attention to detail, personalised service and a sense of “timelessness” ensuring an unforgettable experience and hospitality. The opulent, eco-friendly design of the spacious suites boasts double volume glass, offering guests panoramic views of the magnificent Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve. The suites are built on the edge of the gorge, each elevated off the ground allowing for a seamless flow from the ultra modern interior design into the natural coastal forest. Experience a moment of complete indulgence and pampering at our lavish day spa which offers a range of

therapies. Our product range includes Dermalogica and Africology. Professional therapists, together with the breathtaking views, enhance the restoration process bringing about a sense of wellbeing to mind and body. Guests can savour a selection of estate wines in the open plan restaurant while interacting with our chef, as he creates world class cuisine. Its distinct “African fusion” promises to be an extraordinary culinary experience. Meals may also be enjoyed on your own private balcony, in an open plan restaurant or on the deck overlooking the gorge and our infinity pool. Nature lovers can enjoy informative guided trails through the indigenous forests with a rich bio-diversity of plant, animal, insect and 250 recorded bird species. An abundance of wildlife can be seen on our daily game drives. Other activities include a visit to our bat caves, ancient bushman paintings and fresh water fishing. Activities in the area such as golf, abseiling, kayaking, mountain biking, horse riding and diving at the world renowned Aliwal Shoal can be arranged.

Relaxation • Detoxification • Rejuvenation • Wellness Assessments Hair Wellness • Spa Vouchers

CONTAC T NUMBE RS +27 39 687 4000 info@thegorge.co.za www.thegorge.co.za

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