Golf in Phuket
Phuket offers some of Thailand's most visually dramatic golf — jungle-clad hills, ocean vistas, and courses set in former tin mines combine to create layouts unlike anywhere else in Asia.
Quick Answer
Is Phuket good for golf?
Yes. Phuket is one of Asia's best golf destinations — the combination of high-quality courses, reliable weather from November to April, and the ability to combine golf with a beach holiday makes it uniquely attractive. The island has around 10 courses catering to all budgets, from accessible layouts to championship tracks that have hosted major professional events.
Best Courses in Phuket
Red Mountain Golf Club at Kathu is built in a disused tin mine and features 70-metre elevation changes on some holes, creating dramatic views across the island and genuinely challenging golf. The course is impeccably maintained and the design (Schmidt-Curley) rewards strategic thinking. Weekday greens fees around 3,500 THB; worth every baht.
Blue Canyon Country Clubhas two courses — the Canyon course (18 holes) and Lakes course (18 holes). The Canyon course hosted the Johnnie Walker Classic in 1994 and 1998 when Tiger Woods won. It remains one of Thailand's most prestigious layouts with lush tropical conditioning. Blue Canyon's clubhouse facilities and service are the island's finest.
Loch Palm Golf Club in Kathu offers a more affordable round in a beautiful palm-fringed valley setting. The course is less challenging than Red Mountain or Blue Canyon but the atmosphere is relaxed and the natural surroundings are superb. Good value at 1,800–2,500 THB. Elephant Hills Golf Club near Patong is another accessible option.
Combining Golf with a Beach Holiday
Phuket's geography means you can golf in the morning and be on a beach by early afternoon. Red Mountain and Loch Palm are both centrally located, 20–30 minutes from Patong or Kata. Blue Canyon is in the north of the island, closer to Bang Tao and Laguna resort beaches. Most courses offer golf-and-resort packages in partnership with nearby hotels.
The Laguna Phuket Golf Club is directly integrated with the Laguna resort complex at Bang Tao — walk to the beach from the clubhouse. The course itself (design by Max Waxman) is pleasant without being extraordinary, but the convenience for resort guests is unbeatable. Guests of Laguna resorts receive preferential rates.
Golf Transfer Tips for Phuket
Golf Week in Phuket
A five-day golf itinerary in Phuket could include Red Mountain, Blue Canyon Canyon course, Loch Palm, and Laguna Phuket — four distinct experiences at different price points and styles. Many operators offer multi-course packages including transfers that work out cheaper than booking individually.
Phuket Amateur Golf Week (typically held in March) is a multi-day tournament open to visiting amateurs across several Phuket courses. The Laguna Phuket Golf Classic (held since the 1990s) is the island's flagship event. Check current schedules if timing your visit around competitive golf.