Vietnam’s golf landscape is about to witness its most ambitious development yet. Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh City, introduces two championship golf courses designed by golfing legends Tiger Woods and Robert Trent Jones II—marking a historic moment for Vietnamese golf tourism and luxury real estate.
Positioned as Vietnam’s first ESG (Environmental-Social-Governance) green mega-city, Vinhomes Green Paradise seamlessly integrates modern living spaces with the Can Gio mangrove forest ecosystem. With total investment capital reaching $11 billion USD, the project goes far beyond developing two golf courses—it creates an entire smart city infrastructure, from the green VinBus transportation system to advanced wastewater management technology meeting LEED Platinum standards.
The emergence of this project marks a major step forward in Vietnam’s golf-integrated real estate development trend, as the market witnesses surging demand from the affluent class and international investors. According to Mordor Intelligence’s 2025 report, Vietnam’s premium real estate segment is growing at a 14.15% CAGR, with golf course projects commanding increasingly higher proportions thanks to their superior profitability.
Spanning 2,870 hectares in Can Gio District—Ho Chi Minh City’s only coastal area—Vinhomes Green Paradise represents one of Southeast Asia’s most ambitious urban development projects. The mega-city is designed to accommodate 230,000 residents and attract 8-9 million tourist visits annually.
The project’s ESG++ vision emphasizes harmony between people, nature, and technology. With building density capped at just 30%, the development prioritizes green spaces and water features, creating what Vingroup calls a “resort city in miniature.”
Strategic location advantages include proximity to Ho Chi Minh City’s center (approximately 50km), direct access to the East Sea on three sides, and integration with the Can Gio UNESCO Biosphere Reserve’s mangrove forests—offering residents and visitors an unparalleled combination of urban convenience and natural beauty.
The West Sunset golf course at Vinhomes Green Paradise, designed by legendary golfer Tiger Woods through his TGR Design team, brings world-class golf experiences to Vietnam with inspiration drawn from spectacular sunsets and applying the “golf for everyone” design philosophy that Tiger Woods is famous for.
According to information from TGR Design, the course features wide fairways and diverse tactical strategies suitable for all skill levels, from amateur to professional golfers, drawing on successful experiences from projects like Payne’s Valley (Missouri) and El Cardonal (Mexico).
The West Sunset course’s distinguishing feature is the harmonious combination of Can Gio forest’s natural landscape with modern design. Tiger Woods and his design team leveraged the coastal terrain to create interesting tactical challenges, including cleverly positioned bunker systems and complex greens requiring precise technique.
The course is equipped with automatic irrigation systems and premium imported Bermuda grass, ensuring course quality remains optimal in all weather conditions. According to development plans, West Sunset will meet Championship Course standards, capable of hosting international and regional golf tournaments.
This marks Tiger Woods’ first golf course design project in Vietnam, signaling his special interest in the Southeast Asian market following successful golf resort projects in Thailand and the Philippines. The West Sunset course is expected to become an attractive golf destination not only for Vinhomes Green Paradise residents but also for the international golf community, helping promote golf tourism in Vietnam.
Tiger Woods’ involvement elevates not just the property value of the project but also contributes to placing Vietnam on the world golf map, similar to the success of golf courses designed by Tiger Woods at Bluejack National (Texas) and Jack’s Bay (Bahamas).
West Sunset Course Highlights:
The design incorporates Tiger Woods’ signature strategic approach—rewarding accuracy and course management while remaining accessible to recreational golfers. Each hole offers multiple strategic options, encouraging creative shot-making while penalizing careless play.
Complementing Tiger Woods’ West Sunset course is the East Sunrise course, designed by legendary golf course architect Robert Trent Jones II, whose portfolio includes some of the world’s most prestigious layouts.
According to Robert Trent Jones II, Director of RTJ: “We are trying to accomplish something we believe has never been done in Asia. Designing a golf course with distinctive ‘template greens.’ These template greens include designs like Redan, Punchbowl, Biarritz, and some of these original templates can be found at the legendary Old Course.”
This approach brings classic Scottish golf architecture to Vietnam’s tropical setting, creating a unique fusion of golfing heritage and modern Southeast Asian resort golf. The East Sunrise course promises stunning dawn views and challenging golf suited to the region’s climate and terrain.
East Sunrise Course Highlights:
Beyond the two championship courses, Vinhomes Green Paradise creates a comprehensive golf resort ecosystem:
Premium Golf Facilities:
Supporting Resort Infrastructure:
The introduction of Tiger Woods and Robert Trent Jones II-designed courses at Vinhomes Green Paradise represents a quantum leap for Vietnamese golf tourism. These internationally recognized names immediately position Vietnam alongside established Asian golf destinations like Thailand, Malaysia, and South Korea.
Premium Market Appeal: Tiger Woods’ name alone attracts serious golf tourists worldwide. Golfers who have played Bluejack National in Texas or El Cardonal in Mexico will actively seek opportunities to experience his Vietnamese course. Similarly, Robert Trent Jones II’s reputation draws golf architecture enthusiasts.
Tournament Hosting Capability: Championship-standard courses capable of hosting Asian Tour and international amateur events dramatically raise Vietnam’s profile in global golf circles. Tournament broadcasts showcase Vietnam’s golf facilities and tourism appeal to worldwide audiences.
Luxury Golf Packages: The combination of world-class golf, luxury accommodation, unique cultural experiences, and proximity to Ho Chi Minh City creates compelling multi-day golf vacation packages competitive with Thailand’s Hua Hin or Malaysia’s Langkawi.
Direct Golf Tourism Revenue: Two premium courses within an integrated resort complex generate substantial green fee revenue, membership sales, golf retail, equipment rental, and instruction fees. The project’s scale allows for premium pricing while maintaining strong demand.
Extended Stay Economics: Golf tourists typically spend 5-7 days per trip, generating revenue across accommodation, dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural tourism. Vinhomes Green Paradise’s integrated resort model captures maximum tourist spending within the development.
Employment Generation: Golf course operations, hospitality services, retail, entertainment, and supporting businesses create thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities for local communities.
Property Value Enhancement: Golf-adjacent real estate commands significant premiums. Vinhomes Green Paradise’s residential units benefit from golf course views, exclusive playing privileges, and association with Tiger Woods’ and Robert Trent Jones II’s design legacy.
As Vietnam’s first ESG mega-city, Vinhomes Green Paradise pioneers sustainable golf course development in Southeast Asia:
Environmental Integration: The golf courses integrate with Can Gio’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve mangrove ecosystem rather than displacing it. Design respects natural water flows, preserves native vegetation where possible, and minimizes environmental disruption.
Water Management: Advanced irrigation technology optimizes water usage. The courses utilize recycled water where appropriate and implement efficient distribution systems reducing waste. Grass selection considers drought tolerance and reduced water requirements.
Energy Efficiency: The project incorporates offshore wind power generation, providing clean electricity for the entire mega-city including golf course operations. Solar panels supplement power needs for maintenance facilities and clubhouses.
Green Transportation: Electric vehicle infrastructure throughout the development includes golf cart charging stations and VinBus electric public transportation, minimizing carbon emissions from golf-related travel.
Vinhomes Green Paradise represents the evolution of golf course real estate development in Vietnam—moving beyond standalone courses to fully integrated lifestyle communities:
Residential Options:
Membership Models: Golf course access likely through tiered membership systems—full golf memberships, social memberships, resident privileges, and daily fee arrangements for tourists and guests.
Investment Appeal: Golf-adjacent properties historically outperform comparable non-golf real estate in capital appreciation and rental yields. Tiger Woods’ and Robert Trent Jones II’s involvement adds brand value and international recognition that transcends local market conditions.
Vinhomes Green Paradise competes not just within Vietnam but regionally across Southeast Asia:
Domestic Competition: Vietnam’s 90+ existing golf courses include quality facilities, but none combine Tiger Woods’ design, Robert Trent Jones II’s architecture, and fully integrated mega-city development at this scale.
Regional Competition: Thailand’s established golf resorts, Malaysia’s Langkawi courses, and Singapore’s exclusive clubs face new competition from Vietnam’s combination of quality, value, and novelty factor.
Differentiation Factors:
Vinhomes Green Paradise’s golf courses are scheduled for phased openings as the broader mega-city development progresses. The West Sunset and East Sunrise courses will anchor the project’s tourism appeal while supporting residential sales and long-term value appreciation.
Expected Milestones:
Tiger Woods’ West Sunset course and Robert Trent Jones II’s East Sunrise course at Vinhomes Green Paradise represent watershed moments for Vietnamese golf. These world-class facilities elevate Vietnam’s golf tourism credentials, attract international investment, create thousands of jobs, and demonstrate Vietnam’s capability to compete with established Asian golf destinations.
For golf tourists, the opportunity to play Tiger Woods’ first Vietnamese course within an extraordinary ESG mega-city alongside pristine mangrove forests and the world’s largest artificial lagoon creates compelling reasons to choose Vietnam for their next golf adventure.
For Vietnam’s golf industry, Vinhomes Green Paradise proves that ambitious vision, international partnerships, and sustainable development can coexist—charting a path for future golf resort development that benefits investors, communities, and the environment.
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