Five of Phuket's best courses — in the ideal order to play them.
Phuket has eight golf courses crammed into a relatively small island — enough for a full week's golf holiday without repeating yourself. The island's compact size means no course is more than 45 minutes from any hotel, and the combination of tropical scenery, excellent facilities, and varied course designs makes Phuket one of Asia's premier golf destinations.
Start with Phuket's most prestigious layout — Blue Canyon Canyon Course. The host of multiple Johnnie Walker Classics, it's a demanding, beautifully presented course that rewards careful course management. Book early — this is the island's busiest premium course.
Laguna's Nicklaus Design course offers a different experience — more resort-style, with wide fairways and excellent conditioning throughout. The Laguna resort area makes this a superb base for a golf holiday, with numerous hotels within walking distance.
For something completely different, Red Mountain's hilltop location delivers dramatic views across the island. The course plays through and around a former tin mine — distinctive, scenic, and technically interesting.
Loch Palm sits in a valley framed by jungle-covered hills — one of Phuket's most beautiful settings. The layout is characterful rather than punishing, and it's a favourite of golfers who prefer interesting design over pure length.
Complete the Phuket quintet with Mission Hills — a solid, well-maintained resort course that's a reliable choice for your final round. Good facilities and a useful location near the airport for departure-day play.
Top-rated Phuket courses: Blue Canyon CC - Canyon, Blue Canyon CC - Lakes, Red Mountain Golf Club, Laguna Golf Phuket, Loch Palm Golf Club.
Blue Canyon Canyon Course is consistently rated Phuket's best course — a championship layout that hosted the Johnnie Walker Classic. Laguna Golf Phuket (Nicklaus Design) is a close second for overall experience.
Phuket has eight golf courses. The main ones are Blue Canyon (two courses), Laguna Golf Phuket, Red Mountain, Loch Palm, Mission Hills, Phuket Country Club, and Aquella Golf Resort.
Yes — morning rounds are generally playable even during the wet season (May–October). Courses open at 6am and early tee times usually beat the afternoon rain. Green fees are significantly lower in the wet season.