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Golfing Holidays in Hermanus
Apart from being one of the most acclaimed tourist destinations
in the world, South Africa is internationally acclaimed for its
numerous, highly ranked and aesthetically designed courses. In
the Western Cape area alone there are more than 30 high ranking
courses.
Golfing in the Western Cape
Visitors to the Western Cape quickly fall in love with the
provinces amazing golf courses which are set in some of the most
scenic landscapes and offer spectacular vistas. The fantastic
weather, gorgeous accommodation offerings and variety of
non-golfing attractions and activities enable everyone to have a
fantastic golfing holiday in the Western Cape.
Golfing Holiday in Hermanus
Hermanus is a gorgeous coastal town located approximately an
hour's drive from the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town. Each year
tourists from all over South Africa and the world escape the
hectic pace of everyday life in this tranquil and scenic holiday
town. Hermanus is comprised of spectacular coastlines, pristine
beaches, lagoons and rivers and is home to two of the Western
Cape's most acclaimed golf courses. What could be better than a
holiday escape to a picturesque location that offers excellent
golfing?
The Courses
The Hermanus Golf Club is set amidst gorgeous sea views
and a dramatic mountainous backdrop. This 18-hole course was
designed by Bob Grimsdell and is one of the most popular courses
in the country.
The Hermanus golf club has hosted several top golf tournaments
and exhibitions including the National Inter Provincial Match
Play Tournament, the SA Country Districts Tournament, the Boland
Open, the Hermanus Open tournament and the annual Walker Bay
Classic. The course has hosted many golfing legends including
the likes of Bobby Locke, Peter Thompson, Sam Snead, Dai Rees,
Ken Bousfield, Bernard Hunt and Bobby Cole.
Whether you are a scratch golfer or simply someone who enjoys
the therapeutic effects of a few rounds of golf this course will
fulfil your every need. Whilst waiting to play your shot you can
watch the whales breaching in the ocean beside you, there
could be no better way for a golfer to spend a day. Having
earned a South African rating of 62 this parklands golf course
is a favourite amongst both locals and tourists alike. The
Hermanus Golf Club is private, yet highly accessible to the
public. The most challenging hole on the course and quite
possibly one of the toughest holes in the Cape is the sixth.
With an out-of-bounds on the right and trees to the left of this
narrow fairway this hole demands precision when playing into the
wind. The green slopes uphill from front to back and a water
hazard looms close by on the right.
Appropriate golf attire and soft spikes are required on the
course. Club facilities include a Pro Shop, Graded Caddies,
a
halfway house, locker and shower facilities and a fantastic bar
in which to toast the successes of a fantastic day on the
rolling slopes of this magnificent course.
Located in Kleinmond, which is just a few minutes drive from
Hermanus lies the gorgeous Arabella Golf Course and Country
Estate. Designed by Peter Matkovich the courses theme is
balance.
This 6381 metre course is bordered by the largest lagoon in
Southern Africa and the 9th, 17th and 18th run parallel to this
gorgeous body of water. Each hole on the course was designed to
have a spectacular view; the mountain backdrops, lagoon frontage
and forests on the Arabella Golf Course and Country Estate These
provide for links, parkland and coastal aspects, while the
individual fairways provide natural corridors as vantage points
to savour nature's true beauty.
The course was awarded the Golf Digest award for the best new
course in South Africa in 1999. In 2002, the course was rated
number 9 in South Africa by Golf Digest and number 5 in 2003.
The club was also awarded the Compleat Golfer Five Star award in
2003 and currently holds the 6th position on the South African
rating structure.
The Arabella is ranked amongst the ten most beautiful courses
in South Africa and is a highly sought after course amongst both
domestic and international tourists. While visitors are welcome
the Arabella requires every player to have an official handicap
and a membership card or handicap certificate must be brought to
the club on the day of play. All golfers are required to dress
in appropriate golf attire and soft spikes. The Arabella
facilities include graded caddies, conference facilities, a gym,
practice area, a pool and a fantastic bar in which to enjoy the
views of this splendid course from.
What else to do whilst in Hermanus
Whilst golfers may praise this tranquil town for its beautiful
golf courses Hermanus is internationally renowned for being the
"heart of the whale coast" and for being recognised by the World
Wildlife Fund as the best land-based whale watching area in the
world. The renowned Hermanus whale festival takes place every
September, coinciding with the Southern Right whale's breeding
season. Whales come here to frolic, nurse and breed and, some
say, to show off to Hermanus visitors! There are also several
picturesque beaches, fantastic restaurants, craft markets and
pubs which can also be enjoyed whilst you are on your golfing
vacation.
About the author:
During your golfing holiday to this gorgeous town say at the Windsor Hotel which
is situated on a cliff edge with spectacular panoramic views of
the Indian Ocean below. This Hermanus hotel is perfect for a
relaxing seaside holiday break, and the frolicking whales in the
Indian Ocean will add to your enjoyment!
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