Outeniqua Mountain Range

With the trend in modern golf course design in South Africa leaning towards links golf, parkland courses are these days being somewhat ignored. But the moment you step onto Fancourt’s Montagu course, the thrill of the classic tree-lined challenge comes rushing back, and all else is forgotten, writes Jason Mylroie.

The Hyatt Regency Oubaai Golf Resort and Spa has evolved into one of our most upmarket residential estates and golf clubs. Its golf course will forever be remembered as Ernie Els’ first signature course in his homeland, and any golfer who has not yet played this layout is missing out on a rather special golf experience