The best time to visit Phuket
The best conditions for golf in Phuket are between the months of November through to February when the temperature on most days is around 24 degrees Celsius. The hottest times are fairly typical of most Asian regions - being between March and April where the mercury can hit 35. This is then followed by the rainy season from May until October. However, you will still have plenty of fine days during these months which provide pleasant temperatures and ideal golfing conditions. The tropical climate lends to lush fairways and receptive greens, the perfect combination for great holiday golfing.
Phuket's Best Courses
Golfers visiting Phuket are spoilt for choice with the quality are variations of courses on offer throughout the island. Red Mountain Golf Club and Blue Canyon Golf Course are renowned as some of the best layouts in Asia. Visited each year by golfers from all around the world, these two courses are etched into some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet and both provide unique and memorable golfing experiences.
With Loch Palm Golf Course and Laguna Phuket also offering great tests of golf, an Golfing Getaways golfing holiday will make sure you experience the best of everything that Phuket golf has to offer.
Activities
When our guests aren’t playing golf, Phuket offers many other types of activities for them to experience throughout the island. The coastline, of course, offers all the water sports you could wish for. Whether above the surface trying your hand at sailing, surfing or paragliding, or underneath the waves scuba diving, snorkelling or deep sea fishing, there is an abundance of water-related activities throughout Phuket. There are some great excursions to the neighbouring islands such as Phi Phi, which will have you marvelling at the exotic coral reefs and marine life. Staying for the day, overnight or a few nights to feel like a mini break within your holiday. Phuket also boasts great bars and restaurants with cuisine both local and international on offer. There are many ways to relax in Phuket and eating out is sure to be the easiest way to unwind and take in some of the great food and beverages. Throw in quad biking, white water rafting, speed boating, elephant trekking, jungle safaris and even local cooking classes, and Phuket really does offer all members of our travelling parties a fantastic array of things to enjoy when they are away from the golf course.
Accommodation
Phuket offers some superb accommodation with hotels and villas conveniently located throughout the island. Options of on course accommodation can make your walk to the first tee as easy as can be, or you may wish to stay closer to town or in one of the many beachside hotels. Whatever your requirements, Golfing Getaways can position you to ensure ease of access to your chosen courses and other attractions that you and your travelling party will want to enjoy.
Banyan Tree Phuket offers 135 villas with pools, 12 spa villas and 26 double pool villas right on the doorstep of Laguna Golf Course. Another great option is The Dusit Thani Laguna. Nestled amongst acres of tropical gardens, this is an idyllic retreat for those guests wanting to completely unwind. The beachfront La Meridien opens out to a golden beach leading into crystal clear blue water which will prove irresistible to golfers returning from their day on the course.
Recommendations
The proximity of golf courses to hotels and other attractions throughout Phuket means that a morning on the course can be followed by a relaxing massage, lunch and an afternoon of fun-filled activities. It’s so easy to make the most of every day spent in Phuket. A day trip to Phi Phi Island to take in one of its renowned attractions, The Viking caves is recommended for almost everyone visiting Phuket.
