Fancourt Garden Route & Big Five Golf Safari
The Links at Fancourt, the Garden Route Coast, Then a Malaria-Free Big Five
Overview
This eight-day journey pairs the greatest golf resort in South Africa with the scenery of the Garden Route and a malaria-free Big Five safari — the ideal combination for golfers travelling with family, or anyone who wants their safari without anti-malarials. You are based at Fancourt in George, home to The Links — repeatedly ranked the number-one course in South Africa and a former Presidents Cup host — plus the Montagu and Outeniqua courses. Then you head into the malaria-free Eastern Cape for lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard.
Fancourt is a grand country estate beneath the Outeniqua Mountains, with a five-star hotel, spa and three championship courses, of which The Links is a walking-only, links-style masterpiece open only to resort guests. The Garden Route beyond the gates offers indigenous forest, the lagoons of Knysna and dramatic sea cliffs. The safari finale is in a private malaria-free reserve, so the whole family — grandparents and children included — can enjoy the Big Five with complete peace of mind.
Who It's For
Perfect for golfers travelling with non-golfing partners or family, for whom the Garden Route scenery and a malaria-free safari matter, and for anyone who wants South Africa's finest golf resort paired with a genuine, worry-free Big Five experience.
Package Highlights
The Links at Fancourt
Play South Africa's #1-ranked, Presidents Cup-hosting course
Three Championship Courses
The Links, Montagu and Outeniqua at one five-star estate
The Garden Route
Indigenous forest, Knysna lagoons and dramatic sea cliffs
Malaria-Free Big Five
Lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard, no anti-malarials
Outeniqua Mountains
Fancourt's grand estate beneath the mountain backdrop
Family-Friendly
A safari the whole family can enjoy safely, all ages welcome
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Fly to George, the gateway to the Garden Route, and transfer the short distance to Fancourt. Settle into the five-star hotel beneath the Outeniqua Mountains, with the afternoon free for the spa or a look at the courses.
🏨 Accommodation: Fancourt Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Dinner
Your Route
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Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Fancourt Hotel
📍 George, Garden Route
A grand country estate beneath the Outeniqua Mountains, with a five-star hotel, spa and three championship golf courses including the walking-only, resort-guests-only Links — repeatedly ranked South Africa's number-one course.
From $380 per person per night
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
📍 Eastern Cape (malaria-free)
A vast, exclusive malaria-free reserve on the Great Fish River with a handful of luxury lodges, superb Big Five viewing and conservation-led guiding — safe and rewarding for all ages.
From $720 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
Luxury
(~$979/night)
Fancourt Hotel and 5-star malaria-free reserve, two championship rounds with caddies, shared game drives and regional flights
Get QuotePremier
(~$1,271/night)
Leading rooms, a third round at Fancourt and a private safari vehicle
Get QuoteExclusive
(~$1,743/night)
Manor House / villa suites, private guide and vehicle and premium tee times
Get QuoteWhat's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ 4 nights Fancourt Hotel, George
- ✓ 3 nights 5-star malaria-free Eastern Cape reserve, fully inclusive
- ✓ Two championship rounds — The Links and Montagu — with caddies
- ✓ All game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with a ranger
- ✓ Regional flights (George / Port Elizabeth) and reserve transfers
- ✓ Garden Route excursion to Knysna
- ✓ Park, conservation and golf green fees as itemised
- ✓ Laundry at the safari lodge
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International flights to and from South Africa
- ✗ South African visa / travel permits where applicable
- ✗ Golf club hire and additional rounds
- ✗ Premium wines, champagne and spa treatments
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Gratuities (guidelines provided)
- ✗ Personal expenses
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Best Time to Travel
The Garden Route is a year-round destination, with the warmest, driest golfing weather from October to April. The malaria-free Eastern Cape reserves offer good Big Five viewing throughout the year, so families can travel whenever suits them, with the green summer months especially beautiful.
Why Choose This Package
South Africa's Finest Golf Resort
Three championship courses at Fancourt, including the number-one-ranked, Presidents Cup-hosting Links.
Malaria-Free Safari
A genuine Big Five experience with no anti-malarials — ideal for families and older travellers.
The Garden Route Bonus
Knysna's lagoons, indigenous forest and sea cliffs woven into the golfing days.
Something for Everyone
Serious golf, spectacular scenery and a family-safe safari in one carefully paced week.
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From $6,850 per person | 8 Days / 7 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates
