Golfing in Vietnam?
Interested in taking a golf break in Vietnam?
Yes, Vietnam have some of the most beautiful golf courses in the region. Most are easily accessible from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. In the vincinity of some of these courses is luxurious accommodation. An added attraction is the green fee, which is VERY affordable and among the lowest in the region. Followings are the BEST golf courses in Vietnam:
Ocean Dunes Golf Club
This 18-hole golf course was designed by renowned golfer, Nick Faldo. Located on the outskirts of Phan Thiet, 200 kms. or 3-hours drive from Ho Chi Minh City. The 6746-yard par 72 course at Ocean Dunes Golf Club winds through seaside dunes, with the coastal breezes shaping its character day-to-day. It is an engaging and playable course for higher handicapped players who will enjoy the openness of the links-course. The Ocean Dunes Golf Club is an outstanding natural site with sand dunes, sea breezes, beach vegetation, and sea views. “We have let the dunes determine the routing and the look of the golf course. It should have the feel and the playability of the early seaside courses, but with a tropical climate” says Nick Faldo. The Ocean Dunes course offers exciting opportunities for more experienced players who will appreciate the challenges posed by the winds.
The Novotel Ocean Dunes, one of the best hotels in Phan Thiet, is situated right next to the course.
Dalat Palace Golf Club
Dalat, the old French hill station, about 280 kms. from Ho Chi Minh City and nestles amidst the green hills and surrounded by clear water lakes. The 18-hole golf course is one of hte oldest in Asia and was built in 1920s by former Emperior Bao Dai. At 7,009 yards in length and par 72, Dalat Palace Golf Club is an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all levels. Low handicap players will be tested by a series of lakes, which meander through ten of eighteen holes, as well as strategically placed bunkers, which penalize the miscalculating risk-taker. Novice players will find relief with large accommodating greens normally left open for run-up approach shots, as well as wide, forgiving fairways. Dalat Palace Golf Club features par 3’s ranging in length from 164 to 234 yards and par 5’s up to 556 yards. These varied lengths allow a true examination of one’s golfing skills, and require that players use each club in their bag – the hallmark of a great golf course. Four different tee areas on each hole allow players to determine their own degree of challenge on the course. Golfers at the Dalat Golf Club can choose to say at the luxurious Sofitel Dalat Palace and Ana Mandara Vills or 4-star hotel, The Novotel Dalat.
Song Be Golf Course
This 27-hole golf course is regarded as Vietnam’s first international standard championship golf course. Located only 30-minutes drive away from the bustling Ho Chi Minh City. Its clubhouses offers accommodations together with restaurants and swimming pool. Those of you who wish to go to this golf course, its pretty easy to book your hotel in the downtown of Ho Chi Minh city so that you can enjoy both the sightseeing and golfing. Because of its convenient location, this golf course is busy over the weekends and tee off times are strongly recommended to be booked well in advance.
Long Thanh Golf Club
This is the second golf course in Ho Chi Minh City and is said to be one of the best golf courses in Vietnam. The club offers 27-holes and have plan to expand to 36. The course is set in beautiful tropical gardens and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The Long Thanh Golf Club is about 40 minutes drive from Ho Chi Minh City. Same as Song Be Golf Course, its convenient location makes easy access from Ho Chi Minh City so by stayin at the hotel in town, you can simply enjoy both city sightseeing activities and golfing at this place.
King’s Island Golf & Country Club
This golf course is located in Ha Tay Province, 50 kms. from Hanoi. It is said to be the first international golf course in northern of Vietnam. The club have two 18-hole courses, a golf school and 80-rooms hotel overlooking the golf courses. This property includes approximately 350 hectares of rolling landscape located along the shores of Dong Mo Reservoir.
Tam Dao Golf Resort
Another 18-hole golf course, approximately 50 kms. north of Hanoi in the beautiful mountainous Vinh Phuc Province. Recently opened in 2005, Tam Dao Golf Resort is set in the pristine surroundings dotted with lakes and streams. The resort also offers swimming pool and tennis courts.
Enjoy!
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