The Golf Course
SAN LAMEER IS A CONSERVATION HAVEN WITH 195 DIFFERENT BIRD SPECIES, ABUNDANT WILDLIFE – INCLUDING IMPALA, RED, GREY AND BLUE DUIKER, REEDBUCK AND BUSHBUCK – AND INDIGENOUS FAUNA AND FLORA. ADD TO THIS A SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE, THE INDIAN OCEAN AND, OF COURSE, A CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE AND YOU HAVE A GOLFER’S PARADISE WHERE EAGLES AND BIRDIES OF ALL KIND ABOUND.
Set in the heart of this unique natural environment, San Lameer offers you everything you would include in a dream course. Eighteen memorable holes that weave a natural challenge through the open glades, forest and wetlands with the relaxed roar of the Indian Ocean cheering you on.
The course itself, designed by Peter Matkovich and Dale Hayes, is sculptured around one of the last remaining wetland forests on the South Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. It was designed to avoid areas of sensitive vegetation and utilizes the indigenous plants and shrubs in the natural features of the course. The club house has just been freshly renovated and is recognized as one of the most attractive in South Africa with spectacular views from the spacious terraces surrounding it.
San Lameer Estate meets the ambition of being a preferred golf destination, but with all of the other facilities available within a high security environment, it also offers vacationers from all walks of life the ideal holiday.
Enjoy a round of golf on our demanding 18 hole Championship golf course or choose the more relaxed 9 holes on our Pitch & Putt course.
 | Hole 1Par 5 | Stroke 9 / 9 | |||
| 498 | 478 | 431 | 428 | |
PRO TIP A relatively easy starting hole. This par 5 gives you the opportunity to settle into your game. The fairway looks fairly straightforward from the tee box, however, avoid hitting your tee shot left as the entire left side of the hole is out of bounds. The second half of the fairway slopes from right to left, so aim your shot slightly right to avoid trouble. The green is built on three levels so make sure of the yardage if you wish to attack the pin. | ||||
 | Hole 2Par 4 | Stroke 5 / 5 | |||
| 403 | 389 | 364 | 331 | |
PRO TIP An excellent driving hole with awesome views of the entire estate and the Indian Ocean. Don’t let the view distract you, there is work to be done. | ||||
 | Hole 3Par 4 | Stroke 13 / 13 | |||
| 370 | 358 | 324 | 290 | |
PRO TIP One of the few holes on the course that you can really turn the shoulders and hit that really long tee shot. Aim for the left hand side of the fairway. The road on the right is out of bounds. Always take more club than you think. It is far more uphill than it would appear. A relatively easy green provided you are on the right level. | ||||
 | Hole 4Par 3 | Stroke 7 / 7 | |||
| 150 | 140 | 130 | 95 | |
PRO TIP In 2005 this hole was selected as one of “The Dream 18” in South Africa. Don’t let the stroke index fool you; this is a demanding hole that requires an extremely accurate tee shot. | ||||
 | Hole 5Par 4 | Stroke 17 / 17 | |||
| 307 | 290 | 283 | 270 | |
PRO TIP A fairly short hole but one that demands accuracy off the tee. | ||||
 | Hole 6Par 4 | Stroke 3 / 3 | |||
| 385 | 360 | 350 | 310 | |
PRO TIP A challenging hole with superb views from the tee box. | ||||
 | Hole 7Par 4 | Stroke 1 / 1 | |||
| 498 | 478 | 431 | 428 | |
PRO TIP Probably the most challenging stroke 1 in Kwa Zulu Natal and one which demands respect. If you ever have to play a precise tee shot, this is it. Don’t be tempted to go for the green unless you are confident that you will reach it. Play it safe and you could still make par, although for the average golfer a 5 on this hole is a perfectly respectable score. A very large green built on two levels. If you birdie this hole or even par it, you will definitely have something to brag about. | ||||
 | Hole 8Par 5 | Stroke 11 / 11 | |||
| 463 | 452 | 445 | 370 | |
PRO TIP After the trials and tribulations of the 7th, this is a comparatively easy hole. If you are not particularly long off the tee, your driver might be the club to use; alternatively a fairway wood may be a better option. A well struck long iron should get you fairly close to the green, but remember it is uphill and you may require more club than you think. This is a tiered green and you need to make extra sure of the pin position before you hit your approach shot. | ||||
 | Hole 9Par 3 | Stroke 15 / 15 | |||
| 199 | 182 | 160 | 128 | |
PRO TIP The signature hole and definitely one of the most beautiful holes you will ever see. The wind will definitely change the complexity of this hole and needs to be borne in mind. Club selection is paramount. Trust your swing and attack the pin. If you prefer to adopt a more cautious approach aim a little to the right, but not too much if you don’t want to hit your ball into the club house. A relatively easy green to read although there is a ridge which runs through the green. | ||||
 | Hole 10Par 4 | Stroke 8 / 8 | |||
| 289 | 281 | 272 | 201 | |
PRO TIP Welcome to the “wet” side of the course. If you thought the front nine was awesome, you will be amazed by the back nine. The 10th hole is just the right hole to get you to refocus after the halfway house. Accuracy is the key; you don’t necessarily need a driver. A good tee shot will mean you only need to hit a short iron into the green. Once on the green a par or even a birdie is definitely on the cards. | ||||
 | Hole 11Par 4 | Stroke 4 / 4 | |||
| 323 | 303 | 282 | 270 | |
PRO TIP A beautiful hole with a natural stream running along the right side of the fairway and a dam in front of the green. A driver is not always the right club to use. A well struck shot towards the bunkers to the left of the path will give you the ideal lie. A good tee shot should leave you with a relatively straightforward shot into the green. The cautious and probably the most sensible approach is to aim for the left hand side of the green which takes the dam out of play. The green slopes towards the water so don’t be too aggressive with your putt | ||||
 | Hole 12Par 4 | Stroke 18 / 18 | |||
| 308 | 298 | 280 | 250 | |
PRO TIP Relax, there is no water on this hole and the views from the fairway and green are spectacular. There is also an excellent opportunity to make birdie on this hole. A definite risk and reward hole. For the long accurate hitter it is possible to reach, or be very close to the green from the tee, although you will need to choose the correct line. For the average player a more cautious approach is advisable but you will need to avoid the fairway bunkers. If you are on the fairway you should have a relatively simple shot into the green, but try and avoid the bunkers surrounding the green. With a ridge running through the green you need to make sure you are on the correct side of the hole. | ||||
 | Hole 13Par 5 | Stroke 2 / 2 | |||
| 454 | 440 | 420 | 372 | |
PRO TIP Welcome back to the water! A dogleg par 5 where course management is key. A drive that passes the corner will leave you with an opportunity to go for the green. If you do not make the corner you will need to lay up. Dependent on your tee shot you either have the opportunity to go for the green or lay up onto the island, which will leave you with a short iron into the green. Don’t leave your approach short or you will meet with a watery grave. By the same token try and avoid the bunkers behind the green or you will be left with an intimidating shot. A fairly large green with few undulations. | ||||
 | Hole 14Par 3 | Stroke 16 / 16 | |||
| 162 | 148 | 135 | 127 | |
PRO TIP A challenging but scenic par 3 where, if the wind blows, it will definitely effect your club choice. Take sufficient club. A ball falling short of the green will result in a difficult pitch. The undulations on the green are deceptive and more than meets the eye. | ||||
 | Hole 15Par 4 | Stroke 12 / 12 | |||
| 371 | 352 | 332 | 330 | |
PRO TIP Without the wind a relatively easy stroke 2 where conservative play will be rewarded. A tee shot that lands next to the fairway bunkers will put you in an ideal position. A good drive will leave you with a relatively easy shot into the green, however you need to avoid the bunkers that protect it. You also need to be aware of the pin position. A two tier green, however, if you are on the right level you should have a straightforward putt and hopefully walk off with a birdie | ||||
 | Hole 16Par 3 | Stroke 14 / 14 | |||
| 188 | 172 | 148 | 107 | |
PRO TIP Many tournaments have been won or lost on this hole. Accuracy as well as club selection is the key. Take note of the downhill and don’t forget about the wind. An undulating green, but not too difficult to read. | ||||
 | Hole 17Par 5 | Stroke 10 / 10 | |||
| 487 | 470 | 447 | 390 | |
PRO TIP The natural beauty of this hole is breathtaking and if you are lucky you may see red, grey and even the extremely rare blue duiker. A stream runs right and across the fairway, so club selection is important, as is accuracy. A tee shot that lands on the left hand side of the fairway will put you in an ideal position. Only the very brave will risk going for the green in two. A good second shot will leave you with a short iron into the green. Remember however, that the fairway slopes from left to right. Although this is one of the biggest greens on the course, it is well protected by hazards. | ||||
 | Hole 18Par 4 | Stroke 6 / 6 | |||
| 334 | 321 | 284 | 249 | |
PRO TIP Don’t remark to your playing partner that you haven’t lost a ball yet, you must still play the 18th. Enjoy the spectacular drive and walk up the 18th, don’t rush it. Nicknamed the “Road Hole” it runs parallel to the national highway. Accuracy again is vital. Avoid going too far to the left or you may end up going out of bounds and definitely avoid the water on the right. Club selection is paramount. Don’t underestimate the distance to the green. More club is highly recommended. Play short of the pin to avoid a tricky downhill putt. | ||||