Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Well, the destination is Ho Chi Minh - and the city has many beautiful courses, but you really want to make the estimated 3 hour trip to The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip - rated World #65 by Golf Digest and #1 in Vietnam. The links course designed by Greg Norman, plays through dramatic sand dunes covered in tropical vegetation with some breathtaking elevations, with the long par-3 15th green at the highest point, 165 feet above the South China Sea.
The Bluffs Ho Tram
Ranked no. 65 in the World
Located about two hours southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip is a world-class golf course designed by legendary golf course architect Greg Norman. The course is set atop rugged coastal dunes and offers breathtaking views of the South China Sea. It's been consistently ranked as one of the best golf courses in the world, including the coveted World Top 100 list by Golf Digest and is a must-play for any serious golfer.
Golfing is all the more enjoyable when The Bluffs is known for its immaculate condition, with perfectly manicured fairways, pristine greens, and stunning vistas. The course is designed to provide a memorable golfing experience that will stay with you long after your round is over.
The experience of playing true links golf among the dunes of southern Vietnam and having dramatic ocean views throughout your round will make The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip one of the most unique golf experiences in the world.
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Vietnam Golf & Country Club
Vietnam Golf & Country Club is the first 36-hole golf club in Vietnam and is widely regarded as one of the country’s premier clubs. Located just 20 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, it is also the nearest golf club to the city. The club even provides a shuttle bus service from various points in the city to the club, making transportation to and from the club hassle-free.
The West course first opened in December 1994 and was designed by Taiwanese architect Chen King Shih. The course winds its way through the trees offering challenging tee shots to the tree lined fairways before playing to the softly contoured greens.
Lee Trevino, six-time Major Champion Winner, designed the East Course which opened in September 1997. The East Course offers more generous fairways than the West Course but is protected by well positioned bunkers, water hazards and undulating greens.
With many new courses sprouting all over the country, sometimes old is still gold.
Long Thanh Golf Club & Residential Estate
Located to the East of Ho Chi Minh City, Long Thanh Golf Club has been constructed on a plateau, offering superb paranomic views. You can even travel by boat to the club via Dong Nai River, should you choose to avoid the hustle and bustle of Vietnamese roads.
The Club has 2 18-hole championship courses - The HIll and The Lakes, designed by renown golf architects, Golf Plan. The Hill which is set on the plateau is designed to be more challenging, winding through a palm plantation with gorgeous views of the rural surroundings while The Lake course is scenic and breezy as it meanders the tributaries of Dong Nai River.
In addition, many golfers have commented on the excellent condition of the course, noting the well-manicured fairways, smooth greens, and pristine bunkers.
