How ready are you to rock your game of golf? With the rolling green course surrounded by beautiful lakes and tree-lined scenery, Kashmir sports some of the world’s best-golfing places. There is no dearth of adventure activities to try in Kashmir. From extreme sports to leisurely sports, the Valley is abundant with recreational activities to fulfil the wishful thinking of its visitors. 

Golfing Tourism in Kashmir is one such activity which entices golfers from all around the world. After all, the Valley boasts the world’s highest golf course in Kashmir – Gulmarg. The game, which requires mental aptitude more than herculean strength, is best enjoyed at Valley’s famous tracks. Head out to these golfing destinations in Kashmir to upgrade your level of golfing skills.

1. Gulmarg Golf Course

Gulmarg Golf Course, the world’s highest green course at an elevation of 2650 m, is a golfer’s delight. If the winter season in Gulmarg is famous for Skiing and Snowboarding, the summer is renowned for basking in Nature’s lap and playing a game of golf throughout the season. What started as a pleasurable activity for the British in 1911 has seen participation from both amateurs and professional golfers over the years. From being a 6-hole golf course to now an 18-hole golf course, The Meadow of Flower presents itself as the best-golfing destination anywhere in the world. 

2. Pahalgam Golf Course

Pahalgam Golf Course, at 2150 m, offers the best River Lidder view amidst Nature’s spectacular beauty. With the backdrop of mountains soaring high & tiara of clouds gazing at your game, strike at your target to the best of your knowledge. It is always possible to up your game of golf here in the Valley of Shepherd. Here you can practise at different elevations. The Golf Course started as a 9-hole golf course in 1915. Later, it was developed and re-designed into an 18-hole golf course.

3. Sanasar Golf Course

Another important place for Golfing in Kashmir is Sanasar. A lesser-known destination but equally crucial for golfers, the Golf Course in Sanasar is a 9-hole golf course. Arriving here to play a game of golf is relaxing and refreshing, with the natural scenery taking over the place. Apart from the lush-greenery landscape where you will be playing, expect to be surrounded by silvery mountains, conifers trees and the cup-shaped meadow. 

4. The Royal Springs Golf Course, Srinagar

An unmissable site to visit, The Royal Springs Golf Course is more than what the name suggests. Truly a nature paradise, it was earlier known as Salim Ali National Park. Given that the place is located in a National Park, the course exceeds the expectations of golfers by offering almost everything from a Golf Academy, driving range, short game practice and a par 72 open level challenges for the public to try and test their skills. The 18-hole course is also a site of various listed heritage structures, such as the Pari Mahal. Home to diverse flora and fauna, you can also visit the nearby resorts equipped with fitness centres and swimming pools.

5. Jammu Tawi Golf Course, Jammu

Jammu Tawi Golf Course, aka. Sidhra Golf Course is located on the outskirts of Jammu along the river Tawi, thus the name. The 18-hole golf course, surrounded by the famous Trikuta hills, is on the way to National Highway 1A, which connects Jammu to Srinagar. Besides, the place offers a spectacular view of significant tourist places in Jammu, such as Bahu Fort, Amar Mahal, Mubarak Mandi Palace, etc. Thus, Jammu Tawi Golf Course is a must-visit, not just for golfers but for families looking out for a picturesque picnic destination or a photographer out for some new angle.