Best golf courses in Thailand

As its name suggests, the layout lies within a mountain valley with creeks weaving in and out ready to swoop up any astray golf shot. Despite only being 10 years old, Black Mountain has already hosted both European and Asian Tour events. The experience here is very unique with wildlife strolling the fairways alongside you.

Length: - Back tees: 6450 yards - Front tees: 5687 yards Par: 72 Architect: Phil Ryan Founded: 2007 Course type: Parkland and Woodland style

The Old Course at Siam Country Club has hosted the Thailand Open and annually welcomes the Honda LPGA Thai Tournament. Most holes surround a lily-covered creek with water featuring between the 15th and 17th, with those three holes bearing reminiscence of Augusta’s Amen Corner. The Old Course is easily one of the best golf courses in Thailand.

Length: - Back tees: 7162 yards - Front tees: 5278 yards Par: 72 Architect: Lee E. Schmidt Founded: 1971 Course type: Parkland style

Made up of 3 loops of 9 holes, each is set amongst dramatic, undulating landscapes. The picturesque surroundings provide a challenging course with a river running through and prominent on a number of holes. This Jack Nicklaus design is accessible from the iconic capital city Bangkok, explore the wonderful culture of Thailand and squeeze in a round at the stunning Laem Chabang.

Length: - Back tees: 6970 yards - Front tees: 5524 yards Par: 72 Architect: Jack Nicklaus Founded: 1995 Course type: Championship style

Red Mountain is captivating from the very first hole and does not relent throughout. This track, like many in Thailand, is situated in unique terrain with some sublime views within the grounds. With various lakes and canyons, some holes require delicate shots with pinpoint accuracy to keep your ball in position. Red Mountain is another special course in Thailand and a must-play.

Length: - Back tees: 6781 yards - Front tees: 5203 yards Par: 72 Architect: Jon Morrow and Al Tikkanen Founded: 2007 Course type: Parkland style

Pineapple Valley Golf Club is a very playable layout with plenty of water and sand traps. It’s the type of course that is not too tough for high handicappers but will still provide a challenge for the more seasoned golfer. The Singtoh Island is also in sight on the Par 3, 15th with panoramic views of a stereotypically beautiful Thai island. Banyan is long, accessible and thoroughly enjoyable.

Length: - Back tees: 7361 yards - Front tees: 5087 yards Par: 72 Architect: Pirapon Namatra Founded: 1996 Course type: Parkland style

The Plantation Course features Asia’s first-ever triple green, measuring more than 20,000 square feet. Likes its sibling course at Siam Country Club, the Plantation has also played host to several professional tournaments including the Thailand Open in 2015. Located just downtown from the popular resort city of Pattaya, enjoy the unique culture of Thailand whilst visiting one of the nation’s best golf venues.

Length: - Back tees: 7381 yards - Front tees: 5141 yards Par: 72 Architect: Lee E. Schmidt Founded: 2008 Course type: Championship style

Springfield offers a full golfing experience from start to finish providing any golfer with a fair challenge. With various tee boxes, the layout is accessible and consistently in superb condition. The signature 18th is an epic par-5 and not for the faint-hearted – if you take a risk and it pays off, a closing birdie is certainly on the cards.

Length: - Back tees: 7043 yards - Front tees: 5660 yards Par: 72 Architect: Jack Nicklaus Founded: 1995 Course type: Links style

The Canyon Course witnessed one of the best comebacks in golfing history when Tiger Woods pegged back Ernie Els and won the 1998 Johnnie Walker Classic in a playoff. With those sort of names having played here, you’ll soon realise how tough a test the Canyon Course really is.

Length: - Back tees: 7244 yards - Front tees: 5943 yards Par: 72 Architect: Yoshikazu Kato Founded: 1991 Course type: Parkland and Links course style