Play the "Wildest Golf Courses in the World" - Kruger National Park

Play the "Wildest Golf Courses in the World" - Kruger National Park
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Play the "Wildest Golf Courses in the World" - Kruger National Park
4.4/5
1126 reviews
Google Reviews

Experience Summary

Tee off in one of the most extraordinary settings on earth — where golf meets safari. Skukuza, known as the “wildest golf course in the world,” offers fairways shared with impala, warthog, and even the occasional giraffe.

Combine your rounds with a self-drive through Kruger National Park, home to Africa’s legendary Big Five, and extend your journey to include Leopard Creek, Gary Player’s world-renowned course on the park’s edge. This is golf redefined — challenging play set against the unforgettable backdrop of South Africa’s wilderness.

Experience Highlights

🦒 Play Skukuza Golf Course, where wildlife roam the fairways

🏌️ Add options to play Leopard Creek, Gary Player’s masterpiece overlooking the Crocodile River

🚐 Combine rounds with a self-drive adventure in Kruger’s Big Five safari park

Experience Details

Golf at 3 Remarkable Courses:

  • Leopard Creek Country Club: a world famous Gary Player designed course and home of the annual Alfred Dunhill Championship. Bordering Kruger National Park—play with views over the Crocodile River where elephants and hippos roam. 
  • Skukuza Golf Course: Known as the "wildest golf course in the world," with wildlife crossing the fairways.
  • Ba-Phalaborwa Golf Course: A challenging bushveld course where giraffe and impala are frequent spectators.

Self-drive your RV through Kruger National Park

Kruger is one of the best places to see the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino — along with 150 other mammals and 500 bird species. Explore at your own pace by campervan, or join guided dawn and dusk drives from lodges like Lion Sands for a deeper safari experience.

Book this trip

RV Rental:
Pick up a 4-berth safari-equipped motorhome from Bobo Campers in Johannesburg (incl. kitchen, shower & gear)
From R2145/night
Golf Experiences:
Skukuza Golf Course - 9/18 holes (cart included, caddy extra)
From R275 (€15)
Leopard Creek Golf Course - 9/18 holes
From €250/round;
Ba-Phalaborwa Golf Course
From R495
Featured Campsite:
Kruger National Park campsites.
From R485/night
Luxury Lodge Option:
Mdulito River Lodge. 5-star luxury lodge with all-inclusive
From €2500/night
Search RV & campervan hire

Plan your trip

Top tips for this trip
1. Book Campsites Early: Kruger Rest Camps and the Panorama Route can fill up months in advance. 2. Check Golf Course Dress Codes: Some require collared shirts and golf shoes even in the bush. 3. Carry Binoculars: You'll spot wildlife from your campervan and while golfing. 4. Start Early: Game drives and golf rounds are best early in the morning before it gets hot. 5. Keep Provisions Stocked: Some camps have shops, but selection is limited—bring snacks and drinks. 6. Allow Time for Detours: The Panorama Route deserves a few stops, so plan extra time.
Best time of year
The Kruger region is a year-round destination, but each season offers a different experience. May–September (Dry Winter): Clear skies, mild days, cool nights. Excellent wildlife viewing as animals gather at waterholes. Great golf weather, but mornings can be chilly and camps busier in peak months. October–March (Summer): Hot and humid with afternoon rains. The bush is green and birdlife thrives. Quieter outside Christmas, with lower rates, but wildlife can be harder to spot in dense vegetation. 👉 The sweet spots are May–June or September: warm, less crowded, and ideal for both golf and safari.
Not yet convinced to travel by RV?
We really think an RV is the best way to explore Kruger — giving you freedom, flexibility, and unbeatable value — but if you prefer not to, there are plenty of excellent lodges in the area. Sands River Lodge: Offering all-inclusive luxury stays with guided game drives, fine dining, and unforgettable views over the river, our favourite is Lion Sands River: Search availability and prices for Sands River Lodge. Alternatively you can also browse many more lodge options in and around Kruger: See Kruger safari lodge options.

Why 'With a camper'?

Every experience tailored to a campervan

As campervan travelers ourselves, we understand both the delights of traveling in a motorhome and well as the smaller details (such as parking) which make it harder.

We use this knowledge to curate and design the very best experiences for you and your campervan.

Remarkable experiences you will remember

Our curated experiences are hand-picked to make your trip special. Whether it is an experience that is iconic to the destination, an inspiring place to take part in a certain activity or a visit to one of the best local restaurants, our goal is to introduce you to the experiences that you will want to write home about.

Something for every passion

We believe that campervan travel is a fantastic way to enjoy your passions.

Whether your interest hiking, cooking, architecture or to enjoy a great party we have a range of great campervan experiences to get you out traveling.

Book an individual experience or the whole trip

Our experiences come in a range of shapes and sizes. So whether you want to add an individual activity to your existing itinerary or you are looking for an end-to-end trip then we have choices for you.

Travel with your own camper or let us help you find the perfect rental

Our experiences are designed for anyone traveling in a campervan. For travelers without their van we offer various 'campervan included trips' but also the opportunity to book a van from one of our preferred van rental partners.