Luxury car hire Durban

Does the idea of using luxury car hire in Durban for a tour of the Golf Coast seem a little extravagant? Touring the Golf Coast is an exceptional experience and one which attracts both international and local visitors. KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast (on which the “Golf Coast” is located) is a prime holiday destination because of its warm weather, sea temperatures and subtropical climate. The combination of a fantastic holiday destination and a remarkable collection of respected golf courses makes the Golf Coast an irresistible vacation option for golfers.

Indigenous scenery

The courses on the Golf Coast circuit are green, fertile and flourishing. The area benefits from good rainfall and the indigenous coastal forests provide a scenic and challenging setting for golf courses in the area. As you drive down the coast you’ll be treated to sweeping sea views which you’ll find on a few of the courses too. Keep an eye out for indigenous wildlife as you play your rounds!

Golf touring

The Golf Coast is scattered with spectacular courses spread over a wide area and you’ll need to do quite a bit of “roadtripping” to get from course to course. This is why luxury car hire in Durban could be useful to you. The Golf Coast is warm and you’ll be spending a lot of time in the car. A vehicle with plenty of space for golf clubs and legroom for passengers will make for a far more comfortable trip. You’ll also find air conditioning is a must! Durban is the closest major centre and convenient for transferring rented vehicles.

1. Golf courses on the Golf Coast

Umkomaas Golf Course

Designer: R Grimsdell
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length (men): 5605m
Length (ladies): 5068m
Facilities: Pro shop, Halfway House, restaurant and bar
Known for: the 4th hole which is one of the most difficult in the country.

2. Scottburgh Golf Course

Designer: Bob Grimsdell
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 67
Length: 5323m
Known for: its game-changing third hole

3. Selborne Golf Course

Designer: Dennis Barker
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length (men): 6040m
Length (ladies): 5614m
Facilities: resident Pro
Known for: its forests, trails, and premier golf course status

4. Umdoni Park Golf Course

Designer: Sid Brews
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length: 5560
Known for: location in an indigenous coastal forest

5. Port Shepstone Golf Course

Designer: Sid Brews
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Known for: excellent renovations which have introduced new challenges

6. Margate Country Club

Designer: Matkovich and Hayes
Type: Semi-links golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length (men): 6063m
Length (ladies): 5183m
Facilities: Pro shop, golf carts and caddies
Known for: position as one of Golf Digest’s top 100 courses in South Africa

7. Southbroom Golf Course

Designer: Hugh Baiocchi
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length: 5411m
Known for: the very difficult 4th hole.

8. San Lameer Golf Course

Designer: Peter Matkovich and Dale Hayes
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Length (men): 6111m
Length (ladies): 5375m
Known for: being one of South Africa’s top 30 courses and set in a conservation area

9. Wild Coast Sun Golf Course

Designer: Robert Trent Jones Junior
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 70
Length (men): 5807m
Length (ladies): 5329m
Known for: being one of South Africa’s top 20 courses and its magnificent layout.

Dust off your clubs and get the most out of your golfing holiday with luxury car hire in Durban!