Arabella Golf Club Golf Course
Hermanus, South Africa
Course Details
About Arabella Golf Club Golf Course
Arabella Golf Club occupies one of the most visually spectacular golf sites in Africa, set on the Bot River Lagoon near Hermanus — the self-proclaimed whale-watching capital of the world and one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the Western Cape. Designed by South African architect Peter Matkovich and opened in 1999, the course makes the most of its extraordinary setting, with several holes playing directly alongside the lagoon and others threading through fynbos-covered hillsides with views to the Hottentots Holland Mountains. The Bot River Lagoon borders eight holes, creating constant visual drama and requiring precise shot placement to avoid water hazards. The surrounding Arabella Hotel and Spa is one of South Africa's premier resort destinations, and the combination of lagoon golf, whale season (June to November), and Cape Winelands proximity makes Arabella one of the most rounded travel golf experiences anywhere on the continent.
Why Play Arabella Golf Club
- Eight holes border the Bot River Lagoon — one of Africa's most scenic water-side golf experiences
- Set near Hermanus — South Africa's premier whale-watching destination on the Walker Bay
- Fynbos-covered hills and Hottentots Holland Mountain views define the course character
- Arabella Hotel and Spa provides luxury on-site accommodation with lagoon and mountain views
- Accessible from Cape Town in under two hours — ideal as a day trip or short break
Arabella Golf Club Golf Course Characteristics
Course Type
Parkland — Resort access
Course Architect
Designed by Peter Matkovich
Year Opened
1999
Region
Africa — South Africa
Practical Information
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R43 Route, Hermanus, Western Cape 7200, South Africa
Hermanus, South Africa