Which golf courses should be at the top of your list during your Phuket golf vacation? These 5 must-experience courses offer a mix of breathtaking scenery, challenging layouts, and world-class facilities, making them perfect for an unforgettable golfing adventure in Phuket.
1. Red Mountain Golf Club - Kathu District
Red Mountain Golf Club, designed by Jonathan Morrow and opened in 2007, remains Thailand's symbol golf tourism. Set amidst red rock mountains and dense forests, the course skillfully incorporates the natural landscape, creating challenging yet enjoyable layouts. The last 6 holes leave a lasting impression with their dramatic elevation changes, rocky cliffs, and thick bushes, offering golfers stunning views of the surrounding nature.
Golf Course Parameters
Hole: 18
Yardage: 6,905
Par: 72
2. Loch Palm Golf Club - Kathu District
Loch Palm Golf Club is nestled among majestic mountains and Crystal Lake, making it a great choice for those staying in the Patong, Karon, and Laguna resorts. The 18-hole course offers beautiful valleys, plateaus, and scenic views of lakes and palm trees. Well-maintained with well-designed fairways and tee areas, it provides a moderate challenge for golfers of all skill levels.
Golf Course Parameters
Hole: 18
Yardage: 6,555
Par: 72
3. Laguna Phuket Golf Club - Bang Tao Bay
Laguna Golf Phuket is part of Asia’s first fully integrated destination resort. The redesigned course now meets world-class standards, offering a picturesque setting with lush mountains, white sandy beaches, and tranquil lagoons. With easy access via complimentary shuttles from surrounding hotels, the course provides an idyllic golfing experience. The friendly, welcoming atmosphere created by members from around the world adds to the charm, and flexible membership options with various benefits make it a great choice for golfers of all levels.
Golf Course Parameters
Hole: 18
Yardage: 6,850
Par: 71
4. Blue Canyon Country Club - Thalang District
Blue Canyon Country Club Canyon Course is considered a "gem" among the finest golf courses in Asia. With an award-winning design, it has hosted numerous international tournaments, including the 1994 Johnnie Walker Classic and Honda Invitational. Built on a former tin mine and abandoned rubber plantation, the course offers stunning, lush landscapes with freshwater lakes. It is famous for its challenging 13th hole, a Par 4 set on a vast canyon, and the beautiful 14th hole, a Par 3 with a tee shot from high above to an island green – one of the most scenic holes on the course.
Golf Course Parameters
Hole: 18
Yardage: 7,179
Par: 72
5. Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort - Thalang District
Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort, located just 10 minutes from Phuket Airport on the island's northeastern coast, is a Jack Nicklaus-designed course that offers a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all levels. Set amidst a coastal mangrove forest and rubber plantations, the course provides stunning views of the Andaman Sea from several holes. While designed to challenge experienced golfers, it also caters to casual players, offering a relaxing round with warm sea breezes and water hazards on multiple holes.
Unique features of the course include an island with two greens for the 2nd and 5th holes. The par 5 2nd hole requires two precise shots to reach the island green, while the par 4 5th hole plays back to the island from tees in a vast sandy waste area. The par 4 18th hole offers golfers a choice of two greens, providing a variety of finishing options.
Golf Course Parameters
Hole: 18
Yardage: 7,158
Par: 72
Phuket’s golf courses provide a unique combination of tropical beauty, challenging layouts, and premium facilities. From the mountainous terrain of Red Mountain to the serene waters of Loch Palm, each of these top courses offers an unforgettable experience. Asia Golf Journey invites you to explore these exceptional courses and enjoy some of the best golfing Thailand has to offer.
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