Golf Courses in Jakarta

Golf in Jakarta is developing very fast. If you haven’t been to Jakarta for a few years, you are in for a surprise. Thirty years ago, there were only two decent golf courses in Jakarta: the century old Jakarta Golf Club in Rawamangun and Jagorawi Golf & Country Club that was recently opened in 1979. There are now more than 40 golf courses in and around the Greater Jakarta area, ranging from championship quality links to more modest learner’s courses, making Jakarta a prime destination for golf vacation in South East Asia. For those who enjoy the big name appeal, many of Jakarta’ courses are world known. In fact, there are courses designed by golfing legends and architects the likes of Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Tren Jones Jr,  Peter Thompson and Michael Walveridge.

Highlights

Pondok Indah Golf Course & Country Club (18-hole, 72 par)

Location: Jl. Metro Pondok Indah – Jakarta 12310. This  relatively flat golf course was designed by Robert Tren Jones, Jr. to host the 1993 World Cup and has hosted many professional events ever since. It has ample amounts of water and bunkers to accent the 18 holes but is still considered player friendly for mid to high handicap golfers. Situated in Jakarta’s most coveted wealthy neighborhoods of Pondok Indah, the garden course is extremely well maintained and lush. Facilities include a driving range, putting and chipping greens, pro-shops, restaurants, fitness center, swimming pool and kid’s station.

Bumi Serpong Damai Golf Course (18-hole, 72 par).

Location: Jl. Bukit Golf I, Sektor VI, Serpong, Tangerang 15310. The Jack Niclaus-designed golf course is surrounded by beautiful natural landscape alongside the Cisadane River. It’s elevated location and rich contours provide unique playing lines and angles with generous landing areas, numerous water features and strategic use of trees. The course amenities include a driving range, tennis courts, massage facilities and food outlets.

Pantai Indah Kapuk Golf Course (18-hole, 72 par)

Location: Pantai Indah Kapuk, North Jakarta. The golf course is situated close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and overlooking the Java Sea. Designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., the course offers a unique set of challenges from the wind coming in from the coast, undulating greens and fairway bunkers. A driving range, two chipping and putting greens and full-service clubhouse facilities are available at the golf course.

Jaya Ancol Golf Club (18 hole, 17 par)

Location: Ancol Dreamland, North Jakarta 14350. Stretched along the Jakarta Bay and nestled into a giant amusement complex, Jaya Ancol Golf Course offers a wonderful tropical ambiance characterized by lush landscaping, rustling coconut trees and lovely lakes. This course is open to the public and suitable for those wishing to combine golf with a family outing.  Facilities at this club include: restaurant, locker rooms, pro shop, club rental, driving range, tennis courts, massage parlors and a swimming pool.

Gunung Geulis Golf Course & Country Club (36 hole, 72 par)

Location: Gunung Geulis Resorts, Bogor, West Java. This 36-hole course designed by Thomson and Wolveridge is situated in a spectacular mountainside, around 500 meters above the sea level.  The fairways are stunning and the greens are meticulously manicured.  The layout is superbly maintained with mature tropical trees and shrubbery, appealing to both weekend warriors and serious golf fanatics alike.  This course also has some of the most professional caddies in Jakarta. Commuter vans are used in several places on this course that demands good placement.

Jakarta Golf Club (18 holes, 70 or 71 par)

Location: Jl. Rawamangun, East Jakarta. Locally known as Padang Golf Rawamangun, it is the oldest in Jakarta.  Golf was first played here by the British in 1872, before many big and famous clubs had their first monthly medal or cut the fairways with the horse-drawn mowers for the first time.  Jakarta Gold Club can only be availed by its members or member’s guests but it has reciprocal rights with other clubs around the world. It is a favorite tee-off  place for dignitaries and visiting heads of state.