No minimum handicap is required to play golf in Thailand. Most courses welcome all skill levels. However, for maximum enjoyment without frustration, we recommend a handicap of 25 or better. The great news: Thai caddies can help you save 5-10 strokes!
The Caddie Game-Changer
Over 10 years and 50+ courses, we've seen dozens of golfers score BETTER in Thailand than at home. The reason: exceptional caddies.
| Assistance | Stroke Impact |
|---|---|
| Green reading | -3 to -5 strokes |
| Club selection | -2 to -3 strokes |
| Course strategy | -2 to -4 strokes |
| Mental coaching | -1 to -2 strokes |
| TOTAL | -9 to -17 strokes |
Courses by Handicap Level
Beginners / Handicap 30-36
- Santiburi (Chiang Rai) - Wide fairways, €60-80
- Summit Green Valley (Chiang Mai) - Fun and accessible, €60-70
- Laguna Phuket - Accessible prestige, €120-140
Intermediate / Handicap 20-29
- Chiang Mai Highlands - Moderate challenge, €90-100
- Banyan Golf Club - Technical but fair, €120-150
- Alpine Golf Club - Complex greens, €100-120
Good Players / Handicap 10-19
- Black Mountain - Complete test, €140-170
- Red Mountain - Precision required, €140-160
Excellent Players / Handicap 0-9
- Blue Canyon - Pro-level (Tiger Woods 1998), €150-180
- Thai Country Club - Asian Tour host, €130-200
Real Progression Example
A German client (22 handicap) played 7 rounds in Chiang Mai:
| Round | Course | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alpine | 97 |
| 4 | Royal CM | 89 |
| 7 | Highlands | 83 |
Result: -14 strokes in 7 rounds thanks to caddies (60%) and growing confidence (30%).
Is an Official Handicap Required?
No, 99% of courses don't require an official handicap. In 500+ bookings over 10 years, handicap was requested just 3 times (0.6%).
Our Final Advice
Thailand is THE most welcoming country for all golf skill levels. And most importantly: TRUST YOUR CADDIES.