Blue Canyon Country ClubBlue Canyon Country Club, set on 730 acres of land in a secluded valley
overlooking Phuket's famous hills, is one of the premier courses in Phuket. Host
to the Johnnie Walker Classics in 1994 and 1998, and the Honda Invitational in
1996, the club offers 2 courses. The world championship canyon course has won
a number of international awards, including "Asian & Pacific Golf Course
of the Year 1999" (Hertz International Golf Travel Awards) and the Top 500
Best Holes in the World" for its par 3, 7th. hole. Opened in 1999,
The Lakes Course presents a whole new challenge with water hazards on 17 out of
18 holes. The finishing hole is reputed to be one of the best in the region. Golf
Course SummaryDesigned by Yoshikazo Kato
Opened 1991
18 holes
each course, 72 par
Total Yardage Black 7049, Blue 6611, White 6275, Women's
5964 General InfoThe courses have been designed to utilise the
natural features of the landscape to avoid environmental damage, producing a masterpiece
of golf course design with spectacular natural hazards. Both courses have been
molded around existing natural canyons and rubber plantations. The CourseThe
original 18 holes, 72 par course was designed by Yoshikazo Kato in 1991. This
championship course has featured in many major golf tournament including the Johnnie
Walker Classic. The Lakes CourseThe Lakes Course has one of the
largest greens and is already reputed to have one of the best finishing holes
in this part of the world. The course runs through a landscape of lakes and natural
canyons with a constant gentle 10 mph wind providing an added dimension to the
game. Golfer's Lodge The clubhouse offers Thai, Japanese and International
cuisine, spacious opulently designed changing facilities, Jacuzzis, steam room,
sauna and massage facilities. The Blue Canyon Golf School, tennis courts and swimming
pools offer the perfect golfing retreat.
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