India was the first country outside of Great Britain to take up the sport of golf. The Royal Calcutta Golf Club established in 1829, is the oldest golf club in India and the first outside of Great Britain. Needless to say that we have a rich history of the sport. While not as popular as cricket, golf has hardcore aficionados of its own. If you’re one of them, then boy, do we have a treat for you. Check out our top 5 list of must-see golf courses for golf enthusiasts.
1. Aamby Valley Golf Resort, Lonavala
Nestled in the heart of India’s first planned metropolis, lies the Aamby Valley Golf Resort. The course offers excellent views of the Sahyadri Hills. The conditions here are often windy and the course is free-flowing and offers a challenging environment for a great game of golf. Extending over 7087 yards, the 18 hole course is ornamented with villas, chalets and a convention center. What makes this golf course stand apart is the well thought out bunker placements, wild grasses which frequently come into play and the contouring of the fairways. For more information and booking, inquiry click here.
2. Delhi Golf Club, New Delhi
India’s golf capital is blessed with a number of excellent world-class golf courses, but nothing comes close to the iconic Delhi Golf Club. The club was established in 1931 by the British and was then renovated in 1977 by Australian golf star Peter Thompson. The striking feature of this course is the presence of monuments of a forgotten era scattered all over the course. Spread over 7036 yards, this 18 hole golf course is a treat to play at, as it merges the past and the present in an exciting package for golf aficionados. For more information and booking, inquiry click here.
3. Royal Springs Golf Course, Srinagar
Carved through a forest and set against the backdrop of the Zawarban Mountains, The Royal Springs Golf Course is one of India’s most picturesque golfing destinations. The best feature of playing here is that while it is hot in other parts of the country, it’s a lot cooler here. But while this may look like a relaxing golf retreat, the course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr is no walk in the park. The 18 holes, the 6985-yard course has a challenging layout with several well-placed bunkers and water hazards. For more information and booking, inquiry clicks here.
4. Jaypee Greens Golf Resort, Noida
Designed by golfer turned business Greg Norman, Jaypee Greens is a part of the 450-acre real estate development, located in Noida, Delhi. The 18 holes, 7347-yard course is the perfect place to mix business with leisure and offers special golf training facilities and a golf treatment center. The best part about teeing off at Jaypee Greens is the myriad of relaxation options like the spa, buffet meals, accommodation, and swimming pools. In short, a perfect place to relax and enjoy a nice game of golf! For more information and booking, inquiry click here.
5. Eagleton Golf Club – Bengaluru
Spread over 168 acres of sprawling green, the Eagleton Golf Club is rated as the best golf course in India. Designed by Pacific Coast Designs, Australia it boasts of hosting India’s first Ladies European Golf Tour and the Asia Pacific Golf Championship. It has a state-of-the-art conference center with a seating capacity of 700 people which indicates that this club takes it’s business seriously. For more information and booking, inquiry click here.
That wraps up our post on the Top 5 golfing destinations in India. Where do you like playing your golf? Let us know in the comments below.
