Where to play golf in Phuket?
How many golf courses are there in Phuket? You are spoilt for choice if you are intending to play golf in Phuket with seven golf courses on the island and several more just across the border in Phang Nga province.
Most of the golf courses in Phuket are in the northern half of the island so if you plan to play several rounds, we suggest staying no further south than Patong Beach. Here is a list of the golf courses in Phuket.
Blue Canyon Country Club – Lakes Course
The Blue Canyon Country Club Lakes course is the “sister” course to the extremely difficult Canyon Course, and although easier, it still provides plenty of challenges for the average golfer and not many scores well the first time they play here. The course is usually in good condition and dry weather; the greens can be extremely fast.
Blue Canyon Country Club – Canyon Course
Blue Canyon Country Club, Canyon Course is a famous championship golf course which twice hosted the prestigious Johnnie Walker Classic which was won by Tiger Woods. The layout of the course is the best in Phuket and probably the most challenging with tree-lined fairways, thick rough, some long carries over water or ravines and extremely fast greens.
Red Mountain Golf Club
When asked to pick the best course they have played in Phuket, most golfers will probably choose Red Mountain Golf Club. The scenery is amazing, and the layout is one of the most unusual in Thailand. It also happens to be the most expensive, but if you can afford it, you will be rewarded with a wonderful experience. It is not easy, but the wonderful views alone make this worth playing.
Laguna Golf Phuket
Laguna Golf Phuket is an extremely popular resort golf course in the middle of the Laguna Hotel and Resorts complex close to Bangtao beach. It used to be a very flat and uninteresting layout, but a few years ago, it was remodelled and re-designed, and it now provides a challenge for golfers of all standards. It’s not a very long course, and its main defence is the strategically sited bunkers and water hazards and the newly shaped greens, which have plenty of bumps and hollows, which makes putting a challenge.
Loch Palm Golf Club
Loch Palm Golf Club is one of the easiest golf courses in Phuket and is situated in a valley overlooked by jungle-clad hills. The first few holes circle a huge lake, but the course becomes easier once you cut inland. There are not too many exciting holes, but they are interesting enough for most golfers in Phuket.
Misson Hills Phuket Golf Course
Mission Hills Phuket Golf Course was designed by legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus and is the only golf course in Phuket with holes that run beside the sea. The downside is that it can be affected by strong winds at certain times of the year. It is a very picturesque course with a magnificent clubhouse with all the facilities you would expect.
Phuket Country Club
Phuket Country Club is one of the oldest courses in Phuket and is quite short compared to some of the more modern golf courses, but it is still extremely popular with locals and visitors and is an ideal choice for high handicappers. It used to be a walking course, but they have installed buggy tracks and buggies are now available.
Katathong Golf Resort
A relatively new addition to the Phuket golfing scene, Katathong Golf Resort near Phuket is situated around 60 minutes north of Phuket airport in a picturesque jungle-clad valley.Like many of the golf courses in Phuket it was built on the site of a former tin mine and this is evident from the clubhouse as they have constructed a beautiful waterfall to channel the natural stream which cascades down the hill in front of the clubhouse and winds its way across the course
Aquella Golf and Country Club
The Aquella Golf Resort and Country Club was built beside the Andaman Sea, overlooking Thai Muang Beach, around 40 minutes north of Phuket International Airport. It used to be known as Thai Muang Golf Club and is now being redeveloped as an integrated resort with private residences, a hotel, and a marina.
This article was written in collaboration with Golfsavers.com
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FAQs about Phuket Golf
Q. What are some popular golf courses in Phuket?
A. Some popular golf courses in Phuket include Blue Canyon Country Club, Laguna Phuket Golf Club, and Phuket Country Club.
Q. What is the best time to play golf in Phuket?
A. The best time to play golf in Phuket is between November and April, during the dry season, when the weather is sunny and comfortable.
Q. Are there any golf packages or deals available in Phuket?
A. Yes, many golf courses in Phuket offer packages or deals for golfers, including green fees, equipment rental, and transportation
Q. Is it necessary to make a reservation for golfing in Phuket?
A. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability and to get the best rates.
Q. What is the cost of playing golf in Phuket?
A. The cost of playing golf in Phuket can vary depending on the course, season, and package chosen. It typically ranges from 2000-5000 baht ( around 60-150 USD) per round.
