A course with history
Golf in Umkomaas began with nine holes in 1913; the club was constituted in 1922 and the course grew to 18 holes in 1926. Bob Grimsdell, the pioneer of South African course design, reworked it in the 1930s into the layout still played today.
PGA Tour winner Tim Clark, who won the 2010 Players Championship, learned his golf here.
How it plays
The course runs over undulating ground above the town and is not overly long. The club calls it a real test for low handicappers when the coastal wind blows, yet forgiving enough for the occasional golfer, which makes it a good choice for a mixed group.
The hardest hole for men is the 3rd (stroke index 1). Men play the 6th and 8th as par fives.
Good to know
- Where
- Moodie Street, Umkomaas
- Tee times
- Book on the club website or by phone
- Combine with
- Aliwal Shoal: the dive boats launch from the same town
Questions
How far is Umkomaas Golf Club from Cabana Mio?
About 23 km south, roughly 20 minutes by car on the N2.
Is Umkomaas suitable for beginners?
Yes. The club describes it as forgiving for occasional golfers, though the wind makes it harder.
Sources: Umkomaas Golf Club: the course · Top 100 Golf Courses. Checked October 2026; prices and hours change, so confirm with Umkomaas Golf Club before you go.
