Golfers find plenty of opportunity on award-winning courses desIgned by the sport's greatest
Golf in Cambodia has evolved at a steady pace over the past two decades. Few would argue against Angkor Golf Resort setting the standard since opening in 2008. The award-winning course, designed by Sir Nick Faldo, was built on former rice paddies in the cultural capital of Siem Reap. Located just 10 km from the Angkor Archaeological Park, the 7,279-yard, par-72 layout is as visually stunning as it is challenging. Lush landscapes, vast water hazards and strategic bunkering certainly make for a fun round for golfers of varied abilities.
Visitors can expect a warm welcome as they experience the wonderful Khmer hospitality. The 18-hole course is complemented by a contemporary clubhouse, a pro shop and extensive practise facilities. It is equally popular with local players and international visitors. Many of the players as well as tourists return each year purely for golf vacations and tournaments.
Environmental sustainability
It’s what Angkor Golf does every day behind the scenes that makes it so special. General Manager David Baron, himself a PGA professional, said from the time the resort opened that it has always had a clear vision and sense of responsibility to ensure that the playing experience does not compromise the stunning natural environment.
“There must always be a strategic synergy between the playability of the golf course and conserving its natural surroundings,” Baron said. “The golf course and surrounding flora and fauna cover over 100 hectares, and it’s imperative that we allow these habitats to flourish.”
Baron continued, “sustainable agronomy practices contribute to good quality playing surfaces that can reduce the consumption of natural resources such as water, reduce the usage of fertiliser and pesticides, and increase the biodiversity value.”
Environmentally friendly measures are employed to maintain the golf course. The resort strives to:
- Enhance biodiversity and conserve natural habitats
- Protect species and encourage diversity, in particular turtles and bird life; the course is home to more than 60 avian species
- Provide biodiverse connectivity throughout the landscape to link green spaces via natural corridors and tranquil areas
- Work with nature conservation bodies such as the Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity and the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Programme
- Utilise 100 percent captured irrigation water
- Use a wastewater filtration programme
- Use a composting programme for organic waste
Angkor Golf Resort international tournaments:
- The Angkor Fourball Championship, 5–7 April 2024
- The Angkor Amateur Open, 2–4 August 2024
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