Why Drive When You Can Fly? A Golf Day at Highland Gate, Dullstroom
Imagine swapping a 2.5-hour road trip through Mpumalanga for a smooth helicopter flight — landing refreshed, relaxed, and ready to play your best golf. That’s exactly what four friends recently experienced when Bastion Aviation flew them to Highland Gate Golf and Trout Estate in Dullstroom for a memorable round.
The group departed aboard our Bell 407 (ZT-RMZ) — a light turbine helicopter known for its comfort, reliability, and impressive passenger cabin. Within a fraction of the time it would take to drive, they were touching down on the lush grounds near one of South Africa’s most scenic golf destinations, clubs in hand and spirits high.
Highland Gate Golf and Trout Estate — Worth Every Metre of Altitude
Nestled in the cool Mpumalanga Highlands, Highland Gate Golf and Trout Estate in Dullstroom is one of South Africa’s hidden gems. The estate offers a championship golf course set against dramatic highveld scenery, crystal-clear trout dams, and the kind of tranquillity that’s hard to find closer to the city.
For golfers flying in, the experience begins the moment you lift off. Rolling countryside, wide open skies, and panoramic views of the Mpumalanga escarpment — the flight itself is part of the occasion.
The Bastion Aviation Golf Charter Experience
At Bastion Aviation, we specialise in private helicopter charters across South Africa, and golf day flights are one of our most popular requests. Here’s what you can expect:
Door-to-door convenience — We operate from multiple departure points in and around Johannesburg and Pretoria, flying you directly to golf estates that would otherwise require hours of driving.
The Bell 407 — Your Ideal Golf Day Companion — The B407 comfortably seats up to 6 passengers and offers a spacious, quiet cabin. It’s the aircraft of choice for discerning travellers who want performance and comfort in equal measure.
A seamless group experience — Whether it’s a corporate golf day, a birthday celebration, or simply four friends teeing off in style, we tailor every flight to your group’s needs.
Arrive fresh, play better — No traffic. No fatigue. No wasted hours behind the wheel. You step off the helicopter and straight onto the fairway.
Golf Estates We Fly To
Bastion Aviation operates helicopter charters to a wide range of premier golf estates across South Africa, including:
- Highland Gate Golf and Trout Estate, Dullstroom
- Sun City Golf Courses, North West
- Leopard Creek Country Club, Malelane
- Arabella Golf Estate, Hermanus (subject to range)
- And many more on request
If you have a specific course in mind, get in touch — if there’s a suitable landing zone, we’ll get you there.
Book Your Golf Charter Today
A helicopter golf charter isn’t just transport — it’s the beginning of an extraordinary day. Whether you’re planning a corporate outing, a special occasion, or simply want to experience South Africa’s finest courses without the long drive, Bastion Aviation is ready to make it happen.
Contact us today to get a quote for your golf charter flight.
