For golf travellers in Southeast Asia, the rainy season doesn’t spell the end of play, it simply adds a new dimension to the game. From Thailand and Cambodia to Vietnam and Indonesia, golf courses in this region have been ingeniously designed to handle tropical downpours, ensuring that a bit of rain won’t wash away your day on the fairways.
Rain – But Don’t Let It Drain Your Spirit
The rainy season in Southeast Asia typically stretches from May to October, bringing dramatic skies and short, intense showers that cool the air and add an emerald sheen to the landscape. While it’s easy to assume that golf would grind to a halt during these months, the reality is far more welcoming.
Most golf courses in the region are built with excellent drainage systems, designed to handle heavy rains, and let play resume quickly. Fairways dry out in minutes, greens remain fast, and bunkers are maintained to bounce back from even the heaviest downpours.
A Quick Pit Stop, with a Cold Drink
When the skies open up, regular players know the drill: simply head for the nearest on-course kiosk or clubhouse. With a refreshing cold drink in hand, maybe a crisp beer or a local iced tea, the break offers the perfect time to chat with fellow golfers, watch the rain dance across the fairways, and soak in the tropical beauty.
In most cases, the rain showers are fleeting, rarely lasting more than 20 to 25 minutes. Once the sun reappears, the course often looks even more inviting, its greens refreshed and its fairways glistening. Players can head back out, often catching a cooler breeze that makes the rest of the round even more enjoyable.
Chee Chan, after a tropical downpour
The Allure of the Tropics
There’s something undeniably special about golfing in Southeast Asia’s rainy season. The air is fragrant with damp earth and tropical blooms, and the surrounding forests come alive with birdsong and the occasional rainbow. It’s a reminder that golf here is about more than just the scorecard. It’s about embracing nature, connecting with friends, and finding joy in every swing, rain, or shine. Naturally , the courses like the water, so they are often in the best condition as well.
So next time you see those clouds gathering, don’t pack up your clubs. Grab your umbrella, find a cozy spot at the kiosk, and savor the moment. Before you know it, the sun will be back and with it, a renewed appreciation for the unique pleasures of golfing in the tropics.
Golfasian, Asia’s leading tour operator, has one of its busiest months in June, so why not contact them at www.golfasian.com and book your low-season golf vacation?
Remember the courses are in great condition, they are not too busy, and prices are also lower than the high season. A win-win scenario all round.
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