Fish River Sun at Fish River Sun Country Club

Fish River Sun Country Club sits along South Africa's Eastern Cape coast near Port Alfred, approximately 130 kilometers west of East London. Gary Player designed this layout to work with the natural coastal terrain, incorporating the property's indigenous vegetation and taking advantage of ocean views where the routing allows. The course serves as the centerpiece of a resort development that includes hotel accommodations and other leisure facilities.

The design reflects Player's characteristic approach to South African coastal golf, with holes routed through rolling duneland and coastal bush. The property's proximity to the Indian Ocean influences playing conditions, particularly wind, which can vary significantly in direction and strength throughout the day. Several holes play along elevated ground that provides views across the coastline, while others move through more sheltered corridors where the indigenous flora frames the playing corridors.

The course operates as part of the Sun International resort portfolio and caters to both resort guests and visiting golfers exploring the Eastern Cape's golf offerings. Port Alfred and the surrounding area are known for their beaches and outdoor recreation, and the course fits within this leisure-oriented context. The region's relatively mild climate allows for year-round play, though seasonal weather patterns typical of South Africa's southern coast affect conditions. The layout provides a coastal golf experience accessible to players visiting this less-traveled section of the country's extensive golf coastline.