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Last updated: 18 July 2026
Chiang Rai's golf reputation rests primarily on Santiburi Country Club — a lush 18-hole layout designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. set against the backdrop of northern Thailand's rolling hills and tea plantations. It's a genuine destination course, though less well-known internationally than it deserves to be.
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Santiburi Country ClubChiang Rai · 4.4★
Waterford Valley GolfChiang Rai · 4.6★
Happy City GolfChiang Rai · 4.2★about ฿9,000–฿15,000per golfer, no flights
Waterford Valley GolfChiang Rai · 4.6★Santiburi Country ClubChiang Rai · 4.4★
Alpine Golf Resort CMChiang Mai · 4.5★
Chiang Mai HighlandsChiang Mai · 4.4★about ฿16,000–฿25,000per golfer, no flights
2026/27 season. Prices are our estimate for 4 golfers sharing: golf, caddies, tips, hotel and transfers, from low season with a 3-star hotel to high season with a 4-star (how we estimate). Golfasian, our golf trip partner, quotes the real price.
4 courses in Chiang Rai
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| Course ↕ | Low season ↕ | High season ↕ | Par ↕ | Yards ↕ | Rating ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Valley Golf | ฿800 | ฿1,000 | 72 | 6,800 | 4.6★ |
| Santiburi Country Club | ฿2,000 | ฿2,800 | 72 | 6,982 | 4.4★ |
| Happy City Golf | ฿1,000 | ฿1,500 | 108 | 9,500 | 4.2★ |
| Mae Kok Golf Course | — | — | 72 | 6,971 | 3.8★ |
Like Chiang Mai, the far north is at its finest November–February with crisp mornings. March–April brings haze from agricultural burning; the rainy months (May–October) are lush with light crowds. More detail in our best time to play guide.
The region has three other courses: Waterford Valley Golf Club, Mae Kok and Happy City. Chiang Rai is accessible by short flight from Bangkok or a 3-hour drive from Chiang Mai, making it a natural extension of a northern Thailand golf itinerary.
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There are 4 golf courses in Chiang Rai listed on ThailandGolfCourses.com, ranging from championship resort layouts to affordable public courses.
Yes — caddies are standard practice at virtually all Thai golf courses and are mandatory at most. They carry your bag, advise on lines and yardages, and are a core part of the Thai golf experience. Caddie fees are typically ฿300–฿500 per round (around £7–£12), paid separately to green fees.
The dry season (November to April) generally offers the best conditions for golf in Chiang Rai, with lower humidity and minimal rain. The shoulder months of October and May can also be excellent. Some courses offer lower green fees during the wetter summer months.
Most courses require a collared shirt and tailored shorts or trousers. Denim, sleeveless shirts, and cargo shorts are typically not permitted. Smart casual attire is the standard — when in doubt, err on the side of smarter.
Yes, international visitors are welcome at the vast majority of Chiang Rai's golf courses. Some private clubs require introduction by a member, but most courses actively cater to overseas golfers. It's advisable to book tee times in advance, especially on weekends and during peak season (December–March).
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