Ali Bongo’s - Taste of India Restaurant. Kanchanaburi, Thailand

This testing layout is very manmade: most of the existing vegetation has been replaced. The result is attractive with the course running adjacent to limestone cliffs, which loom over the fairways. Early morning mists and towering hills give an almost European sensation to play. Greens, fairways and bunkers are beautifully maintained and every hole has a scenic backdrop. The Sports Club has its own tennis courts, swimming pool, polo club, snooker, etc. Hotel accommodations are available.

The course is set in a valley between round-topped hills covered with jungle and with fine views over crystal-clear lakes. From the standard men’s tees the course is not too long and provides a fair test of golf. Water comes into play on the 3rd, 4th and 6th holes on the outer nine and during the inner nine at the 15th, 16th and 17th. At the dog-leg 17th water encroaches on both sides of the fairway, making it a difficult par four. The resort has its own hotel, land plots and other amenities, including a library. Very much a family type of club and not overly expensive for a weekend stay.

The course is set in beautiful countryside. Clever use of water hazards creates an interesting test of golf. Fairways and greens are in excellent condition. Four sets of tees make this ‘garden’ course very enjoyable for all classes of plays. At the par-five 4th, 8th and 12th holes, water hazards severely penalize any errant shots. View of the course from the club house are very pleasant and chalet style accommodations are available. The resort even has its own landing strip, for those who wish to pilot their own aircraft!.

This attractive course is almost surrounded by the River Kwai Noi. At the par-three first hole, the tee shot has to be played over the river and player walk across a suspension bridge to the first green. The course is relatively short and straight forward. Most of the holes are played away from the actual river, but at the 13th, 14th and short 15th, the river runs along the left side of the fairway at each hole. Facilities at the resort include a hotel, sports center, tennis courts and a swimming pool. Land plots and condominiums are available for those interested.

This 27 hole course can only be reached by ferry! A delightful riverside setting provides the golfer with an interesting challenge. Natural flora blends harmoniously with the surrounding tropical jungle. Long tee shots are needed on many holes to clear chasms. During the first nine holes water comes into play on nearly every hole and some shots are blind. The clubhouse sits atop a hill, from which the fairways slope away in various directions. Accommodation can be found within easy reach of the golf course.

Set on a shallow hill, sloping away from the big timber-clad club house, the wide fairways are lined with thousands of mature palms. There are some outstanding holes, over water and sand, including holes 3,11,12,15,16 and 17. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and features his waste bunkers. Players can choose from five well-spaced tees, according to their handicap. Luxurious accommodations are available at lake-side lodges. Booking is essential to play golf at this course.

The Nichigo river and mountain courses are eye-catching and challenging. The courses designs maximize the features of the spectacular natural landscape. The fairways are wide and water has been used sparingly. Playing golf here your game is elevated to a new level, for it is a veritable golfer’s paradise. To add to the enjoyment of playing these wonderful courses, Nichigo has provided drink huts at every third hole. Clubhouse and hotel facilities are of the highest standards and family enjoyment is assured at one of the finest complexes in the country.