Kauai Golf Destinations – World-Class Golfing
Since Kauai golf courses are among some of the top-rated golf courses in the world, thousands of individuals regardless of level want to experience the challenges and magnificent scenery awaiting them in Kauai. Here are some of the highlights you will experience on a golfing vacation in Kauai.
The Kiahuna Golf Club is located at 2545 Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Koloa and was designed by the famous golf course architect, Robert Trent Jones II. The course is designed to provide challenge as well as unique beauty. The course measures about 6,925 yards from the championship tees to a par 70 with a slope of 134 and a rating of 73.5. There are adequate water hazards, trade winds and bunkers that challenge you in every type of shot. The 18-hole course was recently renovated and features great values and facilities as well. On this course, Jones mixed ancient Hawaiian cultural remnants with a unique and challenging course. You won’t play the same game twice at the Kiahuna Golf Club. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the sport regardless of how serious you are about the game.
Poipu Bay Golf Course on 2250 Ainako Street, Koloa was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and is considered by manyl experts as the best golf course in the Pacific. It has been the site of several major PGA events such as the annual PGA Grand Slam of Golf since 1994. Nestled between the ocean cliffs and mounts on the south shore of Kauai, this is an 18 hole, championship course. The course spans 210 oceanfront acres and includes 85 bunkers, changing trade winds that can wreak havoc on your swing and 5 water hazards. You will enjoy tropical flora and may catch a glimpse of some Hawaiian wildlife such as the rare nene geese, monk seals, and even humpback whales playing in the warm island waters just off shore. The course even has some historical sites nearby . There are a number of ancient Hawaiian stone walls from former heiau sites dating back to the 1500s. Only the highest level of service is offered at Poipu Bay Golf Course. Upon arriving, you will receive the traditional aloha welcome plus a chilled citrus-scented towel. The staff is friendly and very helpful . Golf carts come with state-of-the-art GPS showing hole and green layouts. Also included are tips and other options that track your ball and monitor your game play for optimum performance. The clubhouse contains a golf shop, locker rooms, lounge, club storage and restaurant.
Princeville Golf Club on 5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville was rated as the #1 course in the state of Hawaii by local residents and was awarded 5 stars by Golf Digest readers. Princeville Golf Club, at Hanalei, has 2 world-class championship golf courses. One is the Prince Golf Course and the other is the Makai Golf Course. Both courses offer challenge to the experienced golfer and gorgeous scenery as well. Here you get to experience the ultimate tropical setting with a view of Hanalei Bay and the nearby splendor of the Na Pali Coastline. Needless to say, a golf vacation you will not soon forget.
