Hermanus Golf Club

The South Course at Hermanus Golf Club occupies a dramatic coastal setting along Walker Bay in the Western Cape, where the layout takes advantage of natural elevation changes and ocean views. Robert Grimsdell designed the original routing, with later modifications by Peter Matkovich that refined the course's strategic character. The property sits within the broader Hermanus area, a town known for whale watching and its position along South Africa's scenic Garden Route coastline. The course plays across varied terrain that includes elevated tee shots, rolling fairways, and greens positioned to test approach accuracy in the region's prevailing winds. Several holes run along or toward the ocean, incorporating the coastal environment into both the visual experience and shot-making demands. The routing makes use of the natural topography rather than extensive earthmoving, creating a layout that feels integrated with its surroundings. Hermanus Golf Club maintains a traditional club atmosphere reflective of South African golf culture, where the facility serves both members and visitors exploring the Western Cape's golf offerings. The South Course represents the club's primary championship layout, designed to challenge golfers while showcasing the distinctive landscape of this coastal region. The combination of ocean proximity, elevation variety, and wind exposure gives the course its particular character among Western Cape layouts.