Golf Holidays in Phuket

Golf Breaks in Phuket

Located on the west coast, Phuket boasts some of the most popular beaches in Thailand and is home to many high end resorts, spas and restaurants. Patong, which is the main resort town, has many nightclubs and bars to enjoy some of Phuket’s best night scene, and for groups of travellers it is pretty difficult to find a better tropical hot spot than in Phuket. But it’s not just the majestic beaches and the popular nightlife that makes Phuket worth visiting, the golfing scene has developed significantly.

Best Golf Courses in Phuket

Red Mountain Golf Course

Since its inception, the Red Mountain Golf Course has enchanted visitors with its beguiling beauty and exacting challenge.

18-hole championship course
On the Lake Crystal shores

Blue Canyon Country Club

Out of the Canyon and Lakes 18-hole courses here at Blue Canyon, the Canyon course is the headline act with a jaw dropping backdrop onto the Phang Nga mountains.

36-hole golf complex
Majestic mountain backdrop

Laguna Phuket Golf Club

Beneath the lovely mountains and that surround and within easy reach of Phuket town and the most popular holiday bases, the Laguna Phuket Club is a fantastic option during a first class Thailand golf holiday.

Heart of a luxury resort
Best clubhouse in Thailand

Things to do in Phuket

Patong

Patong Beach is known as the heart of Phuket, where it is known for being a very popular tourist attraction and is most definitely worth including with any Phuket itinerary. The beach here stretches around 2 km long where various water sports are available to enjoy by day, then by night Patong is centred around Soi Bangla with its vibrant night scene.

Beaches

Phuket is renowned for its incredible beaches with multiple spots that are worth the visit. Kata Noi Beach is a small bay just a short drive from Kata Beach. Take some time to relax and soak in the views from Kata viewpoint looking across the bays. One of the most popular beaches is Nai Harn on the south side of the island and attracts thousands of visitors year on year.

Attractions

There are tonnes of attractions to visit away from the crazy nightlife, and stunning beaches. The Phuket Big Budha sits at 45m tall and is hard to miss, based on top of Nakkerd Hills you will also be able to witness the amazing panoramic views of the island. Thailand is also well known for being able to get up close with animals including Tigers at Tiger Kingdom, Elephants at the Phuket Sanctuary and Monkeys at Monkey Hill.

Drive Times in Phuket

After landing in Phuket, you won’t need to take too much time in the car in order to get around as the island is relatively small. So take a look at some of the key drive times when travelling around Phuket between the airport and popular spots.

Drive Times by Car

Phuket Airport to Red Mountain Golf
45 mins
Phuket Airport to Anantara Layan Resort
25 mins
Mission Hills Resort to Red Mountain Golf
45 mins
Laguna Golf to Loch Palm Golf
45 mins

Flights & Weather

When flying to Phuket, you will need to take a connection flight to reach the majestic island, however it will definitely be worth the wait. Take a look at some key flight details, with tips of when the best time of year is to travel, as it can get very humid in Thailand during UK’s summer period.

Flights & Weather

London to Phuket
15 hrs (indirect)
Destination Airport
Phuket International Airport
High Season Dates
November - April
High Season Temperatures
24 - 32° C