Malaysia is truly unique as a golfing destinations, the diversity of its courses is unrivalled in the world. Numbering more than 190 throughout the country, they can be found high in the mountains, along the seashore, on tropical islands, amidst towering rain forests and in the heart of the city. As well as offering spectacular scenery, many of these courses are equipped with the best facilities and amenities to be found anywhere, to you’re your golfing a complete and unforgettable experience. 

A number of courses have been designed by some of golf’s top names. Designers and golfers alike, including Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Greg Norman, Peter Thomson, Ronald Fream, Robert Trent Jones, Ross Watson, J Michael Poellot and Max Wexler have brought out the best features of the environment whilst incorporating their own special signature skills. This accounts for the tremendous variety of courses throughout Malaysia, each with its own special features, for a range that no true golfing aficionado can resist. And with Malaysia’s excellent road system and transportation, including frequent flights between all major cities, it is easy to get to the best of the country’s courses for a typically Malaysian golfing experience par excellence.

Malaysia is the perfect destination for avid golfers all over the world and the proud host of many prestigious unprecedented golf tournaments with the aim to position Malaysia as the ultimate golfing destination. Over the years, golfing in Malaysia has flourished and has successfully attracting thousands of golf enthusiasts from all over the world. Magnificent golf courses in a spectacular surroundings with extremely affordable packages, superb holiday resorts and well-organized golf tournaments – the best combination for golfers and the best holiday for families. Happy golfing!
Malaysia is truly a golfer's paradise.

LANGKAWI

LANGKAWI GOLF CLUB

Langkawi Golf Club sits atop a hill with a spectacular view of Langkawi. This was the first golf club in Langkawi with an 18-hole, 72-par course. The atmosphere at the club is relaxed and casual and the course is not too challenging. Since it is close to Kuah town, it is also the most frequented course by local golfers as well as tourists.

DATAI BAY GOLF CLUB

This international-class golf club is located north of Langkawi facing the Andaman Sea. The 18-hole, 72-par golf course was designed so that most of the tall tropical trees remain as part of the landscape. Golfing enthusiasts should not miss the experience of playing this course where the proximity to nature and secluded location make golfing not only challenging but relaxing as well.

GUNUNG RAYA GOLF RESORT

Developed in 1998, this is the newest golf course in Langkawi, situated at the foot of Gunung Raya, the island's highest peak. However, playing this neat 18-hole, 72-par golf course can be very challenging, especially under the hot afternoon sun, as most of the fairway lacks shady trees. Nevertheless the driving range is excellent as it is in a secluded area close to the foot of Gunung Raya.

SABAH

KARAMBUNAI GOLF RESORT

The Karambunai Resorts golf course has been designed to present a unique golfing experience. The site and the golf are world class, and fully complement the tropical scenic South China Sea location. The 18-hole championship course crafted by the world renowned Ronald Fream Design Group, is nestled within the splendour of Karambunai and surrounded by undulating terrain and tricky greens. The course was designed with an emphasis on a variety of playing experiences. The guests will find a classic and strategic style of golf. While each hole will offer the golfer a number of options that depend upon his or her skill level, challenging the strategy of the golf holes will be the path to a good score. The course is user friendly, and offers wide landing areas for tee shots.

 

 


DALIT BAY GOLF RESORT

Dalit Bay Golf Club & Spa provides the most complete golfing and relaxation experience in Sabah. Designed by Ted Parslow, this superbly sculptured 18-hole championship course provides the challenger with a stimulating playing experience whilst enhancing the natural beauty and the character of Sabah. Indulge in any of the over 30 spa treatments, either by yourself or with a loved one, as we invite you to discover a whole new state of well-being! For golfers, there are also wonderful, specialized Golfers' Spa treatments, perfect after battling 18-holes at Dalit Bay's Par 72!

 

 

SUTERA HABOUR GOLF RESORT

Right in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by lush landscape and the South China Sea with Mount Kinabalu as the backdrop, lies Sabah's most premier and idyllic golf course, the 27-hole Sutera Harbour Marina, Golf & A brilliant creation by 1997 US Senior Open Champion Graham Marsh, the 27-hole golf course is built on Kota Kinabalu's spectacular integrated lifestyle resort community of Sutera Harbour Country Club. The gentle undulations of the lush fairways and cleverly crafted greens of the championship golf course make it a compelling challenge for golfers of all levels. The same pastoral scene is played out at the twenty-fourth hole, where deep blue sea appears to be in play, tempting golfers into the trap of playing directly into the water. Come dusk, a breathtaking sight of sunset on the far side of the island sets in as if to symbolise the peace and calmness of the day's perfect game of golf.

 

 

MALACCA

A FAMOSA GOLF RESORT

Everything about the state-of-the-art A'Famosa Resort is extraordinary. Golfer will realise that when he see its magnificent 36 hole golf course. Designed by the world renowned Ross C. Watson, it is uniquely crafted to take advantage of the terrain's nature contours - so that, in a setting of lakes, tropical flora and beautiful landscaping, you are faced with the delightful prospect of challenging yourself as never before. The exquisite trio of nine-hole tracts - Rockies, Crocodiles (with live crocodiles!) and Palms were crafted with great skill and vision by Australian golf course architect, Ross C. Watson ensemble to provide the best of a natural setting for a nice round of golf.

KUALA LUMPUR

SAUJANA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Saujana Golf & Country Club (SGCC) is one of Malaysia's most prestigious golf resort and was amongst the world's best 100 golf courses. Ronald Fream, the golf designer, transformed the 162 hectacre former oil palm estate into what is is today, a golfing playground for the elite. It is a 36 holes golf course and golfers played there before knows that the "cobra" is the nickname for the popular Palm course while the "crocodile" is the nickname for the Bunga Raya course. Both are equally challenging, maybe difficult should be the word. However the "Crocodile" is easier, but do not be deceived and under estimate its defences. Both courses have it - undulating fairways, mounds, bunkers, ridges, lakes and ponds to prevent you from getting that "par" or "birdie".

TEMPLER GOLF CLUB

Majestic limestone hills, tranquil tropical rainforest, undulating mounds, sand traps and water hazards sprawled over 175 acres of lush greenery. That's the ambience you get in our 18-hole international class golf course, acknowledged as one of the most challenging in Malaysia. And when the sun goes down, our fully-lit second nine makes it possible for you to be still happily swinging away on the fairways. Unique layout incorporates 3 different types of golf course design featuring woodlands, lakes and dunes making it challenging to the adventures while kind to the novices. Common Bermuda Hybrid covers the fairways, roughs, greens and tee-boxes.

SARAWAK

HORNBILL GOLF & JUNGLE CLUB

The golf course is nestles amongst over 1.5 million years old virgin rainforest, the second oldest tropical rainforest in the world. Hornbill Golf & Jungle Club Back to Basics, Back to Nature. The hornbill Golf and Jungle Club offers many things to many different people. To the experienced golfer it is a superbly-designed and exclusive golf resort. To the modern city-dweller it is a mountain and jungle retreat in the finest tradition. To the over-worked golfers, there is a health-giving spa offering physical and spiritual rejuvenation. But for everyone, it's about getting back to basics, back to nature. The superb 18-hole golf course follows the natural contours of the rugged mountain terrain, enclosed on all sides by the Borneo rainforest. The unique Clubhouse offers a range of facilities while the revitalizing Jungle Spa combines ancient and modern healing therapies and traditional massages.

PERAK

DAMAI LAUT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Damai-Laut Golf & Country Club is located at the southern tip of Lumut, Perak. Overlooking Pangkor Island, this magnificent 18-hole championship golf course was designed by world-renowned course designer, Mr. Ronald Fream. Avid golfers will find this course to be one of the most exciting and challenging in the region.

PAHANG

CAMERON HIGHLANDS GOLF COURSE

Cameron Highlands is the largest hill resort in Malaysia located at the northwestern edge of Pahang state, at an altitude of 6,001ft (1,829m) above sea-level. Cameron Highlands was named after the surveyor, William Cameron, who in 1885 discovered a plateau at 4,500 feet. At such a height the area enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures not higher than 20°C and rarely falling below 10°C.

The famous 18 holes golf course constructed at 5,000 feet above sea level and the golf course presents you a cool and refreshing atmosphere.  The undulating fairways it provides the extra challenge for the golf enthusiasts.

BERJAYA HILLS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

The championship 18-hole course spans 6,312 square meters is designed by J. Michael Poellot and has played host to international tournaments. The Golf course's main feature is its undulating nature and the 17th hole, our Signature hole with breath-taking scenery. Well maintained, the club provides transportation for golfers to get around in and the picturesque Bermuda turf surrounded by hills is a pleasure to play on.

TERENGGANU

AWANA KIJAI GOLF

The par-72 18-hole championship golf course consists of the Palma and Rimba Nines. Being a resort course, it is designed to allow golfers to play a relaxing game. But rest assured it is difficult, challenging and the monsoon season plays havoc with the club selection and your score cards. Even professionals found the going difficult on this golf course, especially on the Rimba Nine. The green is set out on the beach surrounded by the longest beach bunker in the country, which during the monsoon becomes a water hazard. At the Awana Kijal Golf Course, you are invited to enjoy the scents, sights and atmosphere of the relaxing beach, courtesy of the mother nature. All while having an invigorating round of golf.

 

 

 

 
     
 

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