Sun City has dazzled the international community with its glamorous casinos, gourmet restaurants, extensive sports facilities & star-studded spectaculars. The full variety of entertainment on offer ranges from slots to safaris; the theatre extravaganza to a games arcade for children; horse riding to golf, the Valley of Waves to The Lost City... whatever it is you're looking for, you’ll find it at Sun City.
The Valley of Waves:
The Valley of Waves is the central feature of the Lost City at Sun City. It is part of the magical legend of the Lost City.
It is one of the most advanced water parks in the world, dominated by the Roaring Lagoon, a 6 500-square metre (7560-square yards) wave pool with a palm-fringed beach. Hydraulic mechanisms can generate a 1,8 metre (6 feet 8 inches) wave every 90 seconds. When waves are not generated, a bobbing cycle is generated in a diamond pattern.
The Bridge of Time is the route to and from the Valley of Waves, through the magnificent Kong Gates onto the Monkey Spring Plaza. This bridge which erupts every hour in a display of Volcanic activity.
The Botanical Garden Trail:
The Botanical Garden Trails go around and through the different forests surrounding the Valley of Waves, a Rain Forest, Baobab Forest, the Jacaranda and the Tropical Forest. All contain rare plant varieties. The Sway Bridge, Adventure Paths, Hidden Cave Water Falls and other exciting walkways are in the Garden.
The Golf Courses:
The Sun City Resort proudly boasts 2 world class 18-hole championship golf courses.
The Gary Player Golf Course.
The Gary Player Golf Course needs no introduction, this world renown course was designed by Gary Player, and is the home of the Nedbank Golf Challenge, an annual golf tournament with total prize money of US $4 385 000. This is an 18 hole, par 72 walking course, with a 5km running trail along the course.
The Gary Player Country Club overlooks this magnificent golf course and incorporates a Pro Shop, a Health spa and gymnasium, two squash courts and a spinning studio. At the Health Spa you can indulge in hair and beauty treatments, hydro bath, Vichy Shower, spa-pool and steam room. The fully equipped gym also offers personal trainers.
The Lost City Golf Course:
The Lost City Golf Course was also designed by famed South African golfing figure, Gary Player. This spectacular par-72 course is a cart course, complete with a state-of-the-art clubhouse, and is a short stroll from The Palace of the Lost City. It features a water hazard of 20 live Nile crocodiles on the 13th hole and offers facilities such as a driving range, and a Golf Pro Shop.
The Casino – Tables games:
Based in the Sun City hotel in the centre of the Resort, Sun City’s two casino areas now cater for smoking and non-smoking guests. A Smartcard cashless gaming system is run for the convenience and pleasure of the patrons. The Casino is open from 13h00 weekdays and 11h00 weekends. Cash Desk Facilities are available at both areas and the Bureau de Change will accept all major currencies. A passport is required for all foreign exchange transactions.
The Entertainment Centre:
Visitors can find the latest in entertainment and gaming in the Entertainment Centre, plus a wide range of fast food outlets, restaurants and children’s facilities. These range from a variety of restaurants, a kiddies games arcade, to Slots floors and the Superbowl which boasts performances by world famous artists.
Family Entertainment:
Moviezone
Offer first-run movies as well as family fare. Located on the upper level of the Entertainment Centre, Moviezone is open 7 days a week with 4 movies split over two cinemas at various show times.
A wide range of video and interactive games are available in the Magic Company Games Arcade for children of all ages.
Children’s Entertainment:
Kamp Kwena Creche
Relax and enjoy all that Sun City has to offer knowing your children are in safe hands at the Kamp Kwena Crèche. Open to children aged 0 to 12, the Crèche offers various activities to keep your child entertained. Located on the upper level of the Entertainment Centre, the Crèche is open Sunday to Thursday from 10h00 to 23h00 and Fridays and Saturdays from 10h00 to 01h00.
Teenage Entertainment:
Chirp Parties have finally found a home at Club Chirp on the upper level of the Entertainment Centre. Open for teenagers aged 13 – 17, Club Chirp is a secure environment for teens looking to meet new people and make new friends. Strictly no one over 18 years and no alcohol. Club Chirp is open every Friday and Saturday night from 19h00 – 01h00 and 7 days a week during school holidays.
Adult Entertainment:
Trader Horn’s Action Bar is definitely the place to be. Open 7 days a week from 17h00 until close, Trader Horns boasts big screens with live sporting events and a live band every evening, except Mondays. They also have a 3-hour Happy Hour, Sunday to Friday, from 17h00 – 20h00. Trader Horns is situated on the upper level of the Entertainment Centre.
Silhouette nightclub is an upmarket club providing evening entertainment and an atmosphere to rival most nightclubs is South Africa. Located on the upper level of the Entertainment Centre Silhouette operates on Friday and Saturday nights only from 23h00 until close.
Welcome Centre
Situated at the entrance to the Entertainment Centre, the sole function of the Welcome Centre is to meet the needs of every visitor to the Resort. It is a one-stop shop offering services ranging from booking and confirming bus tickets, flights, car hire, game drives and other adventure activities.
Other Activities
- Game Drives
- Hot-air Balloon flights
- Elephant Interaction
- Elephant Back Safaris
- Drumming
- Archery
- Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Quad Biking
The Village People Cultural Experience Arts & Crafts Centre
Different cultures and tribes of Southern Africa, highlighting the day-to-day living in a rural area through song, dance, identifying varieties of traditional dress and sampling the traditional food.
Traditional Arts and Crafts made on site and sold in the Curio Shop.
Segway
Is a fun riding machine. The Segway Safari is a customised guided tour of Sun City’s gardens and world famous golf courses. Imagine effortlessly gliding along laid out trails next to the African bush, observing and enjoying the variety of attractions. No experience is necessary. Segway is located next to the tennis courts behind The Cascades swimming pool.
Zipslide
The Extreme Adventure Slide! 280 metres high, 2 kilometres long & reach speeds up to 120 km/h! An adventure not to be missed, book at Welcome Centre.
Horse Riding Stables
Horse riding takes place in a small section of a Private Game Park, suitable for the beginner to the novice, accompanied by a groom.
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