San Diego Golf | Guide for San Diego Golf Courses

Living in San Diego, one could take for granted the surplus of legendary and perfectly located golf courses like Torrey Pines Golf Course, Maderas Golf Club, and even La Costa Golf Resort. However, I have made one “golf” promise to myself in the next 12 months. I will embark on my dream golf vacation to a lonely little set of islands in the Pacific Ocean near one massive island – that would be New Zealand.

Why a Dream Golf Vacation to New Zealand?

Well, how does it sound to play golf atop cascading ocean cliffs and on courses surrounded by islands with amazing ocean views? Well, I think it sounds amazing. And, not only does it sound amazing it looks amazing. Check out these New Zealand golf photos! Simply amazing location and views.

Cape Kidnappers Golf Course in New Zealand

Kauri Cliffs - Bay of Islands in New Zealand

New Zealand Golf photos courtesy of Ultimate Kiwi Sports Tours.

As a San Diego golfer, I sometimes think it doesn’t get much better than Torrey Pines Golf Course or The Bridges (yes, I have played there).

Besides, if you’re looking for a wide variety of golf courses with different layouts that require different strategy, then New Zealand is just the place to venture to.

Some Top New Zealand Golf Courses

• Cape Kidnappers – Hawke’s Bay
• Arikikapakapa Golf Club – Rotorua
• Formosa Golf Resort – Auckland
• Gulf Harbour Country Club – Auckland
• The Grange – Auckland
• Kauri Cliffs – Bay of Islands
• Waitangi Golf Club – Bay of Islands
• Lakes Resort – Coromandel
• Martinborough Golf Course – Wairarapa
• Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club – Wellington
• Hutt Golf Club – Wellington
• Wairakei Golf Course – Taupo
• Clearwater Resort – Christchurch
• Christchurch Golf Club (Shirley)

Personally, I think the must play New Zealand Golf Courses for me will be:

• Cape Kidnappers – Hawke’s Bay
• Kauri Cliffs – Bay of Islands
• Gulf Harbour Country Club – Auckland

The Best Time of Year to Visit New Zealand for Golf

Our winter (United States) is New Zealand’s summer and their peak for golf. And, the New Zealand golf season only really runs October through May. The rest of the months are rainly and windy. Well, that’s what I’ve been told by some local golfers and New Zealand Golf Vacation companies.

If anyone has been to New Zealand for a golf vacation, I would appreciate any tour company, golf course, or accommodation recommendations.

I’m signing off for the day, but may the dream golf trip to New Zealand burn bright!