Polo, safari and horseback trail rides

Play polo in the morning, go on game drives in the afternoon. At Sparta Polo Club you can play polo and experience the best of African wildlife in one place.

oxford university polo club players at sparta polo club in south africa looking at chukka information

Join us for a bespoke polo holiday in South Africa

A polo holiday at Sparta Polo Club is an all-inclusive affair. While you stay with us, we will make sure to have daily chukkas and stick and ball sessions. The week usually ends with a weekend long tournament, inviting outside players to join in for the fun. This way we can accommodate all levels - whether it is your first time in the saddle or you are a pro.

young polo player at sparta polo club on a polo pony in south africa

Availability and pricing

We offer a bespoke polo experience, hosting groups between September and May. We accommodate groups up to a maximum of 12 people. Our prices start at $350 a day per person depending on the size of the group and any additional requirements. Your stay with us is all-inclusive and covers:

  • Polo (up to twice a day - stick & ball and chukkas)

  • A mini polo tournament

  • Accommodation

  • Sunset game drives

  • Horseback safari

  • Three meals a day from your private chef

  • Open bar (beer, wine and selection of spirits included)

  • Transfer from Johannesburg Airport (3.5H drive)

Please reach out to us to receive our brochure with more information, and to enquire about availability.

An outride at sparta polo club game park in south africa

Stay in our game park

What makes a polo holiday with Sparta Polo Club unique, is your stay at Rietfontein Manor House. Nestled in a game park full of all sorts of animals, you can have your morning coffee whilst watching the giraffes roaming near the house.

During your stay, there will be multiple sunset game drives and even a horseback safari in our game park. During these rides, you will canter with wild zebras and get up close to the giraffes on horseback. All of the above is included in the price.

Private cook and a stocked bar

Our goal is for you to fully relax, enjoy your polo and take in the beautiful wildlife. Your stay with us is all-inclusive, with a private cook providing three meals a day. We also ensure you have a fully stocked bar, in case you want to have some post chukka beers by the pool!

What People Are Saying about Sparta Polo Holidays

“Amazing coaches, phenomenal location and services!

Would give more than 5 stars if I could! Amazing polo experience and perfect horses!”

— Client, Myanmar

“Phenomenal experience at Sparta Polo. Beautiful accommodation in such a peaceful place, generous hosts, excellent instruction and the best ponies!”

— Client, New Zealand

“I recently had the opportunity to visit Sparta Polo Club in South Africa during a training trip with the Oxford University Polo Club. Situated within a game park, the club offers stunning landscapes and the opportunity to play amazing polo.”

— Client, Italy

Sample itinerary

We will tailor your stay according to your wishes. We can accommodate multiple outrides in our game park, and are also happy to invite club players for a mini tournament depending on your level of play.

Please fill in our contact form if you want to receive our polo holiday brochure, or want to discuss your stay with us