South Africa - Kwazulu Natal

Beach • Mountains • Battlefields Of Rorkes Drift & Isandlwana • Amazing Golf

This superb itinerary is especially designed as a year round option and concentrates on the tropical region of Natal. Your holiday begins with a few days at one of the finest golf resorts in South Africa, you then travel to the majestic Drakensberg Mountains. We have added a hint of history and culture before you return to enjoy a stay at a wonderful beach hotel where the sound of the warm Indian Ocean can easily be heard and is only a few steps away. Throughout your travels we have handpicked some of the finest golf courses for you to play. A luxury trip at under par prices!

Day 1:

Depart on South African Airways overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2:

Arrive Johannesburg and take a connecting flight of one hour to Durban. Pick up a hire car and make your way to Pennington south of Durban, under an hours drive. You will be spending four nights at Selborne Golf and Spa Resort. Selborne's' discreet but attentive staff will create “Home from Home” in Africa, pampering you with friendly personal service. Enjoy a wide variety of excellent food in the fine dining restaurant or for lighter snacks meals are served on the terrace. In addition to the wonderful golfing and excellent birding, there are floodlit tennis courts and a super pool. If you prefer, take the free shuttle to the private beach club just a few sandy steps from the refreshing Indian Ocean. 4 nights at Selborne Golf and Spa Resort including breakfast.

Day 3, 4 & 5

We have included two rounds of golf at Selborne and Umdoni, both courses are rated amongst the top 20 in South Africa. One free day at leisure.

Day 6:

Today you will head towards the Drakensberg Mountains to spend two nights on a DB&B basis at Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse, a place of legendary culinary delight. With a passion for cooking, Richard Poynton has created an experience never to be forgotten. Each room has a veranda with wonderful views of the mountains. 2 nights at Cleopatras including dinner & breakfast.

Day 7:

Golf at nearby Boschhoek, a privately owned course set in this marvellous corner of the Natal Midlands.

Day 8:

After breakfast drive through magnificent scenery, dotted with Zulu villages to Cathedral Peak, where you will be spending three nights, including dinner and breakfast. The unsurpassable natural beauty that surrounds the resort is awe inspiring while the wide ranges of facilities available are at your disposal. 3 nights at Cathedral Peak Hotel including dinner & breakfast.

Day 9 & 10:

A day at leisure and a round of golf at Champagne Castle Golf Course; set in a beautiful valley beneath the majestic Champagne Castle and Cathkin Peak mountains. Designed by Hugh Baiocchi, this course provides an exciting challenge.

Day 11:

After breakfast depart for Babanango Valley Lodge where you spend three nights on a full board basis. Run by John and Meryn Turner, this charming lodge with pool and beautiful views was converted from John’s parents’ farmhouse and is situated close to the Anglo Zulu battlefields. 3 nights at Babanango Valley Lodge including dinner & breakfast.

Day 12 & 13:

A day to relax and enjoy your surroundings and a full day guided tour of the Anglo-Zulu war, Isandlwana; scene of the bloodiest defeat of the British army during the Zulu war and also to Rorke’s Drift where your guide will recount the story of the famous battles which took place there.

Day 14:

This morning you will be making your way to the coast and heading south to The Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga Rocks, a 20 minutes drive north of Durban. Standing majestically on Umhlanga’s prestigious beachfront, with an abundance of colonial charm, sweeping views of the Indian Ocean, lush landscaped tropical gardens and direct beach access. Once again the old world charm and gracious elegance of this beautiful hotel will be enjoyed by many when this luxury boutique hotel opens its doors from the 1st October 2009. The hotel has long been one of South Africa’s best loved and most distinguished hotels, originally opening in 1954. 4 nights at The Oyster Box Hotel breakfast included

Day 15:

Golf at Zimbali, the course offers irresistible ocean and forest views, exceptional water and wetland features and an inspiring natural setting, Zimbali Country Club has developed the reputation of a memorable course with charisma and challenge.

Day 16:

A free day

Day 17:

Golf at Mount Edgcombe, boasting two unique championship golf courses, designed around the natural lie and habitat of the land, Mount Edgecombe Country Club Estates has been acclaimed for many years as one of the premier golfing Estates in Southern Africa.

Day 18:

Most of the day is at leisure. Make your way to Durban Airport, drop off your hire car and fly to Johannesburg, connecting with your onward flight to Heathrow.

Day 19:

Arrive London Heathrow early morning. Kwa Zulu Natal Tour Unescorted & year round This tour is suitable for a couple or group of friends and can be self-drive or guided.

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