Khao Yai Country Club
Khao Yai
Set in the rolling countryside of the Khao Yai region, Khao Yai Country Club offers a relaxed and scenic golfing experience surrounded by mountains and open farmland. It’s one of the more laid-back courses in the area, appealing to golfers looking for an easy-going round rather than a high-end resort feel.
The 18-hole course stretches to just over 6,500 yards and follows the natural contours of the land, with gentle elevation changes, tree-lined sections and open fairways shaping the layout. It’s generally forgiving off the tee, making it suitable for a wide range of golfers, but still requires some thought on approach shots due to undulating greens and subtle hazards.
This isn’t a heavily manicured, luxury-style course — and that’s part of the appeal. It offers a more traditional, local golfing experience, where the focus is on enjoying the game and the surroundings rather than premium facilities.
What stands out most is the setting. With mountain views and quieter surroundings compared to Bangkok, it provides a peaceful atmosphere that suits a slower-paced golf day. It’s often used as a complementary round within a Khao Yai itinerary, balancing out some of the more premium or demanding courses in the region.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
150km
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Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
British Pound
Temperature:
00-00℃
Cost of a Beer:
£5.00
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£5.00
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About The Area
Khao Yai is one of Thailand’s premier inland golf destinations, set just a few hours northeast of Bangkok and known for its cooler climate, mountain scenery and collection of high-quality courses. Located on the edge of Khao Yai National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area offers a refreshing contrast to Thailand’s coastal golf hubs.
The standout venue is Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa, a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship course set within natural forest and rolling terrain. The layout features tree-lined fairways, elevation changes and well-protected greens, creating a strategic and visually striking round. Nearby, Mission Hills Khao Yai Golf Club offers a more open and forgiving layout with scenic mountain views, while Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club provides a European-style experience with wide fairways, lakes and a relaxed resort feel.
Golf in Khao Yai benefits from a slightly cooler climate than Bangkok, making it particularly enjoyable between November and February when temperatures are at their most comfortable. The region is playable year-round, but this period offers the best conditions.
Off the course, Khao Yai is known for its natural beauty and slower pace. The national park offers waterfalls, wildlife and hiking trails, while the surrounding area has developed a growing wine scene, boutique resorts and countryside cafés. It’s a destination that feels more rural and relaxed compared to Thailand’s busier golf centres.
For golfers seeking cooler temperatures, scenic courses and a peaceful escape within easy reach of Bangkok, Khao Yai delivers one of Thailand’s most enjoyable and well-rounded inland golf experiences.
