There are plenty of sports and activities available  to tourists and residents in Phuket. From water sports, to horse riding to cycling, however one of the most popular sports, and one of the best catered for is golf!  There are many great golfing sites on Phuket and don’t worry if you haven’t played before or feel your style needs some tweaking, there are lots of great golf  teachers out here too!

Blue Canyon Country Club: Based in the North of Phuket, just 7 minutes drive away from Phuket International Airport, this award winning club has over 700 acres of lush and verdant valley and 2 great courses. The challenging  Canyon Course is notable for hosting the Johnnie Walker Classics Tournament twice.

Loch Palm Golf Course: This 18 hole, par 72 course is located in the Kathu District  just a short drive from Phuket town and Patong Beach. It is set around the largest course lake in Phuket and in the background you can see lush, jungle covered mountains.

Laguna Phuket: This highly acclaimed golf club is Phukets only resort based golf course. The 18 hole, par 71 course has been designed to challenge golfing devotees of all abilities. The course features lagoons, coconut groves and large, flowing fairways. It is based in Thalang, Phuket.

Phuket Country Club: This stunning golf course has been built over the site of a reclaimed tin mine site. It also has the historical benefit of being the first ever championship golf course on Phuket! An 18 hole, par 71 course it is set through rolling hills and limestone cliffs and operates over 3 distinct environments. Known as one of Phukets ‘friendly’ golf courses this centrally located course is great for all golfers.

A great game of golf, the perfect way to start your Phuket holiday!

Image courtesy of Blue Canyon Golf Club