For a long time now, Golf has been gaining popularity and is now practiced in virtually all parts of the world. Being one of the most prestigious sports in the world, golf courses are a major consideration to those who play it. If you are among those die-hard fanatics, you would probably want to consider Golf Courses in Jakarta.Jakarta is Indonesia's massive capital. One of the fastest growing business cities in the world. Despite being a thick concrete jungle, Jakarta is finding itself in the limelight as a home for the best golf courses in the world.
1.Pondok Indah Padang Golf Course
This is the oldest golf course among the Golf Courses in Jakarta, it was Established on August 17, 1976. In spite of its age, it still maintains its glory of good maintenance and excellent services. It’s strategically located right at the heart of South Jakarta. Its architecture is without doubt the best, it is designed with a layout for major championships capable of holding golf world cup events. All the same, its surefooted to offer pleasure and fair test for both beginners and low handicap.
2. Matoa Nasional Golf and Country Club
They say it’s the realization of a long-held dream, it sure is. Matoa is located in a quiet secluded area of Ciganjur, South Jakarta. It has this well developed and nicely groomed environment which has remained perfectly-polished for many years. For families look for a fun and fairly affordable golf course, I would recommend Matoa.
3. Jababeka Golf & Country Club
This is one of the most magnificent golfing environment in Jakarta. It’s located near Semanggi cloverleaf, easily accessible by golfers residing or visiting East of Jakarta.
4. Emeralda Golf Club
It closely located to the city but a heaven on its own. Its designers had it designed on a grand scale, a clubhouse and 3 separate nines fit for tournaments and big crowds. Emeralda is quite popular having hosted Indonesian’s several Opens.
5. Rancamaya
This another championship course which is renowned for well sculpted architecture giving the golfer an allowance to drive the ball for an extra 20 meters plus. If you are looking to enhance your memorability, flexibility and natural beauty at large, this is definitely the place. It’s located 45 minutes drive from central Jakarta.
6. Imperial Klub Golf
It’s a premier golf course designed as a championship course by British golf course architect. It brings that unforgettable experience to a golfer with the well sculptured Indonesian images, its location is a 25 minutes’ drive from downtown Jakarta in the new town of Lippo Karawaci.
7. Damai Indah Golf and Country Club
For golfers looking for different challenging surroundings, this is definitely the place. It has 2 championship courses which are completely different thus giving you a full golf experience. Its location is in the West Java Satellite in North Jakarta.
8. Jagorawi Golf & Country Club
This yet another premier golf facility and the only one offering a total of forty-five holes of championship among the Golf Courses in Jakarta. Its subdivided as follows
- Old course – 18 holes
- New course – 18 holes
- Z-nine course – 9 holes
9. Royale Jakarta Golf Club
This is a new golf course and among the greatest golf courses in Asia. It’s a perfectly designed paradise with exotic plants and expansive meadows, it’s one the most serene, beautiful yet challenging golf course among the Golf Courses in Jakarta. Located right in the heart of Jakarta.
Conclusion
There you have it, some of the facilities where you can get a whole new awesome golf experience in Jakarta. Of course, there are other fantastic options that have been left out of this list. However, you can be sure the nine outlined above make the cut to the list of the best golf course in the city.
