Playing Golf in Vietnam
Find out about the golf courses and playing golf in Vietnam…
The Vietnamese Golf Association (VGA) was formed in 2007 and joined the International Golf Federation (IGF) in 2009. It now has around 5,000 members who can play at around 25 courses spread throughout the country. Most courses are privately owned and are normally situated adjacent to a resort or residential complex; however, access can be gained through membership or even day tickets in most clubs.
- Vietnam Golf Association (in Vietnamese)
At: 125 Nguyen Son, Gia Thuy Ward, Long Bien District, Hanoi
Tel: (04) 37833194
email
- For a detailed list of courses and clubs in Vietnam: Click here
Handicaps
The VGA's membership in the IGF also allows some of the courses it oversees to be rated and brought into the international handicap system, thereby allowing residents and tourists alike to use their handicaps.
Players wishing to gain a handicap card that is recognised both in Vietnam and internationally should register at their course for handicap services. They then need to submit 10 score cards and pay a small annual fee for a VGA licensed handicap. The VGA is licensed to use and authorise handicap certificates according to the US Golf Association (USGA) system, thus also making it recognised internationally.
Some of the courses that have already been internationally rated are:
- Vietnam Golf and Country Club (East and West Courses) in Ho Chi Minh City
- Danang Golf Club (Dunes Course)
- Montgomerie Links in Hoi An
- Twin Doves Golf Resort near Ho Chi Minh City
Further Information
- Vietnam National Administration of Tourism – information about some of the main golf clubs and resorts in Vietnam