Golf Course around The Greater Jakarta Area – Despite being well-known as the concrete jungle, Jakarta surprisingly has great courses, some are located in the Greater Jakarta area. Golf season is year-round, the courses are beautiful, location-wise, plus some courses are near to any area where expat usually lives. Besides, playing golf is very affordable here, so you get your money’s worth. It could be one of the best ways to have a peaceful, quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of Jakarta.
Here are some of our favourite golf courses around The Greater Jakarta Area that might you want to try.
Rainbow Hills Golf Club
This Golf course is located in Sentul. Completed with three-course options (27 holes), this place offers stunning, picturesque mountain views. The combination of world-class course architecture and stunning natural landscape produces golfing conditions of a very high standard. You will get a challenging layout, superb clubhouse facilities, and a practice range. No wonder this place which was designed by J. Michael Poellot Golf Design Group won an award in South East Asia. You can reach Rainbow Hills via Jagorawi Toll road by taking the Sentul City exit.
Address: Jl. Padang Golf Bukit Pelangi, Cijayanti, Sentul 16720
Phone: (+62 251) 8272111
Website: https://www.rainbowhillsgolf.com/
Jagorawi Golf & Country Club
This premiere place is the only place that offers 45 holes of championship golf divided over the Old Course (18 holes), the New Course (18 holes), and the Z-Nine (9 holes). You will find this place just off the Jagorawi Toll in Depok. Enjoy the riverside, jungle scenery, or mountain views from some holes.
Address: Jl. Karanggan Raya Gunung Putri, Bogor, West Java
Phone: (+62 21) 8753814
Website: https://jagorawi.com/
Royale Jakarta Golf Club
This club is located just 15 minutes from Central Jakarta, Southeast Jakarta (near Halim Airport). You can go to this course through the city toll road, only 700 meters from Pondok Gede toll exit. It actually has a challenging, international championship-style layout with 27 holes, a practice range, spa, and superb facilities. Online tee booking is available, so you better check their schedule first before having a round of golf.
Address: Jl. Raya Halim Tiga Halim Perdanakusuma, East Jakarta 13650
Phone (+62 21) 80888999
Website: https://www.royalejakarta.com/
Pondok Indah Golf Course
Complete with 18 holes and located in South Jakarta’s Pondok Indah, Pondok Indah Golf Course is a premium location within Jakarta. It has a driving range that is lit at night and excellent facilities. Despite being the oldest golf course that was established on August 17, 1976, this place is the most well-kept one. The best part of this course is a layout for major championships (event World Cup) but capable of offering pleasure and a fair test for both low handicap players and beginners.
Address: Jl. Metro No. 1 Pondok Indah South Jakarta
Phone: (+62 21) 769490
Website: http://www.golfpondokindah.com/
Damai Indah Golf and Country Club
Damai Indah Golf and Country Club are owned by a well-known Indonesian real estate developer and business baron, Ir. Ciputra. This place consists of two international championship courses located in Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD) course, the West Java satellite city of BSD; and Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) course, located along the Java Sea in North Jakarta. The BSD Course is complete with a driving range, practice green, practice bunker, and chipping green. Meanwhile, you can enjoy the white sand beach bunkers on this seaside course to lend to the challenge and set in the PIK Course.
Address: Jl Bukit Golf I, Sektor VI, Lengkong Wetan, BSD, South Tangerang 15322 – Banten
Phone: (+62 21) 5370290
Address: Jl. Marina Raya No.7, North Jakarta, 14470
Phone: (+62 21) 5882388
Website: http://www.damaiindahgolf.com/
Some tips when you golfing in Indonesia:
- You need to be aware that it’s hot here. Prepare your favourite sunscreen, cap to cover up, and bring an umbrella could be an option too.
- Ice water and a cold towel are always a good idea to help beat the heat and humidity as you play the round for 4–5 hours. A lot of drink and water is great to prevent heat stroke and dehydration.
- Bring an insect repellent since it could be a lot of mosquitoes.
- Check the forecast, especially during the rainy season (October–April)
- Some courses are walking courses; some are cart courses. People who cannot handle walking distances in the tropical heat and high humidity should use the cart courses.
Take note that it is common to tip the caddy around IDR 200,000 – 300,000 after your last hole. You can request your favourite caddy next time you book, as they can greatly improve your game! Phone ahead for Tee-Time reservations is advisable since it could be packed during the weekend. And prices can be significantly higher on weekends and national holidays: check the websites or phone for updated rates.
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