Start planning your Phuket golf holiday today and experience why Phuket is considered one of the best golf destinations in Thailand.

Phuket is one of Asia’s premier golf destinations, combining championship golf courses, tropical beaches, luxury resorts, and world-famous hospitality all on one island.

Whether you’re planning a dedicated golf holiday or adding a few rounds to your Phuket vacation, the island offers some of the most spectacular golf experiences in Thailand. From championship layouts carved through former tin mines to resort-style courses surrounded by lagoons and palm trees, Phuket delivers a golf experience unlike anywhere else in Southeast Asia.

Why Phuket Is One of the Best Golf Destinations in Thailand

Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and one of the country’s most popular holiday destinations. Located in the Andaman Sea, Phuket offers year-round golf, stunning coastal scenery, luxury accommodation, and easy international access.

What makes Phuket golf unique is the diversity of experiences available within a short driving distance. Golfers can play a championship course in the morning, relax on the beach in the afternoon, and enjoy fresh seafood by the ocean in the evening.

For international golfers, Phuket is also one of the easiest golf destinations in Thailand to reach, with direct flights from Europe, Australia, China, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and many other major cities.

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Best Golf Courses in Phuket

Red Mountain Golf Club​

Frequently ranked among the best golf courses in Thailand, Red Mountain Golf Club is a must-play for visiting golfers.

Built on a former tin mine, the course features dramatic elevation changes, towering red cliffs, deep canyons, and stunning views throughout the round. The challenging layout rewards strategic play and offers one of the most memorable golf experiences in Asia.

Why play Red Mountain?
• Ranked among Thailand’s top golf courses
• Spectacular scenery and elevation changes
• Unique former mining landscape
• Ideal for experienced golfers

Blue Canyon Country Club – Canyon Course

Blue Canyon is arguably Phuket’s most famous golf course.
The Canyon Course gained international recognition after hosting multiple editions of the Johnnie Walker Classic, including Tiger Woods’ victory in 1998. The course remains one of Thailand’s premier championship layouts and is regularly included in golfers’ bucket lists.

Highlights

• • Hosted Tiger Woods
• • Championship tournament venue
• • Challenging layout with water hazards and canyon terrain
• • One of Asia’s most prestigious golf courses


Blue Canyon Country Club – Lakes Course

Located on the same property as the Canyon Course, the Lakes Course provides a different but equally enjoyable challenge.

Water features, former mining lakes, and multiple tee options make the course accessible to golfers of all skill levels while maintaining championship-quality conditioning.

Laguna Golf Phuket

Situated within the renowned Laguna Phuket resort complex, Laguna Golf Phuket is one of the island’s most convenient and enjoyable resort golf experiences.

The course is popular with holiday golfers seeking a relaxed round combined with easy access to luxury hotels, restaurants, and Bang Tao Beach.

Loch Palm Golf Club​

Loch Palm Golf Club offers one of the most playable golf experiences in Phuket. Set around a large lake and surrounded by lush hills, the course provides a scenic and enjoyable round suitable for golfers of all handicaps.

Mission Hills Phuket Golf Club​

Located near Phuket International Airport, Mission Hills is an excellent option for arrival-day or departure-day golf.

The course offers a peaceful atmosphere, well-maintained fairways, and a challenging but fair layout.

Phuket Golf Holiday: Beyond the Golf Course​

A golf holiday in Phuket is about more than golf. Visitors can explore:

Phuket Beaches

• • Bang Tao Beach
• • Kata Beach
• • Karon Beach
• • Patong Beach
• • Nai Harn Beach

Phang Nga Bay

One of Thailand’s most iconic natural attractions, famous for limestone islands and James Bond Island.

Old Phuket Town

Discover colourful Sino-Portuguese architecture, local markets, cafés, and authentic southern Thai cuisine.

Thai Food & Seafood

Phuket is known for some of Thailand’s best seafood restaurants, beachside dining experiences, and local southern Thai dishes.

How much does golf cost in Phuket?​

Compared with many golf destinations in Europe, Australia, and North America, golf in Phuket offers excellent value.
Typical golf rates include:

• • Green Fee
• • Golf Cart
• • Caddie Fee
  

Most rounds range between THB 2,000–4,500 depending on the course and season.
Golfers also benefit from Thailand’s famous hospitality and professional caddie service, which is included at most golf courses.

Best Time to Play Golf in Phuket

The most popular golf season runs from November to April when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is minimal.

May to October offers lower prices, quieter golf courses, and attractive golf holiday packages, making it a great choice for value-conscious traveller.

Suggested Phuket Golf Itinerary

Phuket 7 Days / 6 Nights — 4 Rounds of Golf

Day 1 — Arrival in Phuket

• Arrival at Phuket International Airport (HKT).

• Meet Golfdigg transfer representative and travel by private vehicle to your hotel.

• Check-in and evening free — beach walk, seafood dinner, or an early night to settle in.

Day 2 — Blue Canyon Country Club, Canyon Course

• Morning round on Phuket’s most iconic championship layout.

• Afternoon free for the beach, pool, or a Phang Nga Bay sunset cruise.

Day 3 — Red Mountain Golf Club

• Morning tee time at Red Mountain, among the dramatic red-earth canyons of an old tin mine.

• Afternoon at leisure — Old Phuket Town is a good half-day option for a change of pace.

Day 4 — Rest Day

• No golf. Full day to explore Phang Nga Bay, relax at the resort spa, or enjoy the beach.

• Evening dinner at a local seafood restaurant.

Day 5 — Loch Palm Golf Club

• Relaxed morning round through Loch Palm’s lake-lined front nine and tighter back nine.

• Afternoon free.

Day 6 — Blue Canyon Country Club, Lakes Course

• Final round of the trip on Blue Canyon’s Lakes Course, finishing on its celebrated par-4 18th.

• Farewell dinner by the beach.

Day 7 — Departure

• Private transfer to Phuket International Airport for departure flight.

Itinerary is flexible and can be customised to suit group size, budget, and preferred playing days.

Book Your Phuket Golf Holiday

Golfdigg offers tee-time reservations at Phuket’s leading golf courses, including Red Mountain Golf Club, Blue Canyon Country Club, Laguna Golf Phuket, Loch Palm Golf Club, Mission Hills Phuket, and more.

Whether you’re planning a golf holiday, golf package, or a custom Thailand golf trip, our team can help arrange golf, accommodation, airport transfers, and local support throughout your stay.

Start planning your Phuket golf holiday today and experience why Phuket is considered one of the best golf destinations in Thailand.

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