Designed by the legendary Gary Player, the Lost City Golf Course masterfully integrates natural landscapes with challenging, strategic design elements.
This 18-hole championship course, set amidst the dramatic backdrop of the Pilanesberg Mountains and Sun City Resort, offers an exceptional golfing experience. The terrain varies from desert-like expanses to lush, verdant fairways, adding variety to your game. Expect meticulous maintenance with wide kikuyu fairways, bentgrass greens, and strategically placed water hazards and bunkers. Known for its elevation changes, panoramic views, and unique wildlife encounters, the Lost City Golf Course offers a tee-rific experience unlike any other.
Signature Holes
Hole 13 – Par 3: This hole is perhaps the most famous on the course, known for its island green and the presence of live crocodiles in the water hazard. The tee shot requires precision and nerve to land on the small, well-protected green, making it a memorable challenge for any golfer.
Hole 4 – Par 5: This par 5 offers a thrilling challenge with its length and strategic layout. The fairway is flanked by bunkers and water hazards, requiring careful planning and execution to reach the green in regulation.
Hole 18 – Par 5: The finishing hole is a dramatic par 5 that plays uphill towards the clubhouse. The fairway is lined with bunkers and water hazards, demanding accuracy and strategic shot placement to navigate successfully. The green is elevated and well-protected, providing a fittingly challenging end to the round.
Lost City Golf Course hosts several prestigious tournaments throughout the year, attracting top golfers from around the region and beyond. Membership at the club offers exclusive benefits, including priority tee times, access to members-only events, and opportunities to engage with a vibrant golfing community.