Knysna has always been a favourite stopping point on the Garden Route, but with 2 excellent golf courses, it is now becoming a must-play destination for golfers as well. Set high inland, Simola Golf Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus, offers stunning views across the Lagoon. A parkland course that has been 8 years in development, the fairways have an established feel even though it is one of the newer courses. A good test whatever your standard of play.

The course winds through 2 different valleys, with 6 of the holes on one side of the property and the rest a short cart drive over the brow of the hill. The second tee is in an elevated position, driving over the road and down into the valley. (Main picture taken from the 2nd tee showing the fairway below!)

Golf carts are a must!