Aside from being a famous tourist spot because of its many picturesque beaches, Phuket is also known for having some of the best golf courses in Southeast Asia. If you love playing golf, then it would be best to head out to Phuket not only to soak in the warmth of the sun but also to play a couple of games on their world-class golf courses.

Every year, there are a number of golf tournaments held on the island of Phuket, which are attended by some of the most popular golfers from all over. Some of the Phuket golf courses have also been designed by the former champion in golf, Jack Nicklaus.

If you are planning to go on a golfing holiday in Phuket, here are a couple of their best courses.

1. The Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa

Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa offers an 18-hole, par 72 golf course. The great thing about this course is that as you play golf, you would also be able to take in the breathtaking view of the Andaman Sea in the background.

2. Loch Palm Golf Club

The Loch Palm Golf Club would be the golf course that is frequented by the locals of the island. It is recognized as one of the more popular golf courses in Thailand. It is also an 18-hole, par 72 golf course, which offers a bit of a challenge as it has various height differences.

3. Blue Canyon Golf Course

The Blue Canyon Golf Course has been declared recently as one of the best golf courses in the whole of Asia by several international publications. There have been a number of well-known golf tournaments that have been hosted here, which includes the renowned Johnnie Walker Classics Tournament. There have also been a couple of famous personalities who have been seen playing here including Tiger Woods, Greg Norman and Ernie Els.

4. Phuket Country Club

Possibly the oldest course on the island, the Phuket Country Club Golf Course is situated in the center of Phuket, in the Kathu area. Because of its affordable membership fees, it is one of the preferred golf courses of many expats in Phuket. If you have a high handicap, this would be the golf course for you.