Cedar Rd, Chartwell
The Dainfern Club course was designed by golfing legend Gary Player, who incorporated the Jukskei River and valley in his design. A number of holes cross the river and water is a prominent feature of the course, which plays 6 580 metres long and is a par 72. Dainfern is situated half an hour away from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg and also houses a residential estate.

Marais Rd, Edenvale
The Glendower Golf Club is situated in the upmarket suburb of Bedfordview and is a real tester. There are 85 bunkers, creating a tough series of obstacles, while water features are on 11 of the 18 holes. Trees are also in abundance on the course, which plays 6 770 metres long and is a par 72.

Cnr Corlett Dr and Rudd Rd, Illovo
Lying alongside the famous Wanderers cricket stadium, this scenic 18-hole course is centrally located and plays 6 274 metres long, with a par of 72. The ground has played host to many top events, ample proof of its outstanding condition. Perhaps more importantly for those who view golf as a game rather than a life or death matter, The Complete Golfer rated the 19th hole at the Wanderers the best in South Africa. Now that is worth investigating. Bottoms up!

Second Ave, Lower Houghton
The Houghton Golf Club boasts one of the top courses in South Africa. The fact that it is regularly used to host the South African Open speaks volumes about its wonderful condition and challenging layout. Gary Player won three of his record 13 South African Open titles here (he also won three at Royal Johannesburg). It also the course that hosted the 1993 South African Open won by Ernie Els with a 15-under par score of 273 - a victory that set him on the path to golfing superstardom. In 1995 it was chosen to host the inaugural Alfred Dunhill Challenge between the best golfers from southern Africa and Australasia - demonstrating just how highly this magnificent course is rated.

Fairway Ave, Linksfield North
Only two South African courses are listed in the World Atlas of Golf: Durban Country Club and Royal Johannesburg. Over 100 years old, the former Johannesburg Golf Club was granted the "Royal" prefix by King George V in 1931. In 1933 a second course was added, thanks to the work of golf architect Robert Grimsdell, who was the resident professional and greenkeeper at Royal Johannesburg for over 20 years. The East course is 6 660 metres long and a par 72; the West course is 6 351 metres long and a par 71. Since World War II, Royal Johannesburg has hosted the South African Open on numerous occasions. It is a favourite of golfing legend Gary Player, who won three of his 13 South African Opens on the course. Television commentator Dennis Hutchinson, now a familiar voice behind the microphone at both European PGA and South African Sunshine Tour events, was the last amateur to win the South African Open when he claimed the big prize here in 1959.

40 minutes' drive from Johannesburg towards Magaliesberg, next to the Hartebeespoort Dam
Designed by the Golden Bear, Jack Nicklaus, this course borders on the Haartebeespoort Dam, surrounded by the picturesque Magaliesberg mountains. Nicklaus has designed more than 50 championship courses around the world, and Pecanwood is one of his masterpieces. This is an experience that shouldn’t be missed.

Bryanston Dr, Bryanston
The Bryanston Country Club course plays to an unusual par 73 and is 6 576 metres long. It is a beautiful course with many water obstacles. Bryanston gets in your face early on with two par fives to start, followed by the toughest hole on the course - the stroke one par 412m third. With 13 of the 18 holes featuring water hazards, Bryanston Country Club presents an exacting challenge. Birdies are at a premium and hitting the fairways and the greens is an art to be mastered.