Lost City Golf Club
Gauteng
Located within the spectacular Sun City Resort, The Lost City Golf Course is one of South Africa’s most visually unique and entertaining layouts. Designed by Gary Player, the par-72 championship course winds through desert-style terrain with rocky outcrops, water features and lush fairways contrasting against the surrounding bushveld. The course is famous for its iconic par-3 13th hole, played over a water hazard inhabited by Nile crocodiles, creating one of the most memorable tee shots in world golf. Wide fairways offer playability, while strategic bunkering and undulating greens provide a rewarding challenge. Combining dramatic design with resort-style presentation, The Lost City is a must-play experience at Sun City.
O.R. Tambo Airport
190km


England’s best golf tour operator 2026 winner
Time Zone:
GMT+2
Currency:
R (South African Rand)
Temperature:
4°C - 31°C
Cost of a Beer:
£2
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£15
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About The Area
Edenvale is a well-located suburb on the eastern side of Johannesburg and sits at the heart of one of Gauteng’s strongest golfing areas. With easy access to OR Tambo International Airport and several of South Africa’s most respected courses, it provides a convenient and high-quality base for golf-focused travel in the region.
The area’s standout venue is Glendower Golf Club, one of the country’s most prestigious championship courses. A regular host of the South African Open, Glendower is known for its immaculate conditioning, tree-lined fairways and strategically placed water hazards that come into play on several holes. The layout rewards precision and course management, with fast greens and well-protected pin positions adding to the challenge. It is widely regarded as one of the finest parkland courses in South Africa.
Within close proximity, golfers can also access Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club, offering two exceptional courses with strong tournament pedigree, and Serengeti Golf & Wildlife Estate, where modern championship layouts designed by Jack Nicklaus provide a contrasting experience across open Highveld terrain.
Golf in Edenvale benefits from Gauteng’s Highveld climate, with warm, dry conditions and excellent year-round playability. The prime golf season runs from September through April, when fairways are at their best and skies are consistently clear.
Off the course, Edenvale offers easy access to Johannesburg’s dining, shopping and cultural attractions, including Sandton’s restaurants and the Apartheid Museum. Its location also makes it an ideal gateway to nearby safari destinations such as Pilanesberg National Park.
For golfers seeking championship parkland golf, tournament pedigree and a convenient base within South Africa’s main travel hub, Edenvale delivers a highly accessible and rewarding golf experience.


















