Wiang Ko Sai Golf Club
Weekday green fee
700THB
Weekend: 900 THB
Wiang Ko Sai Golf Club is a relaxed, value-for-money golf experience in Phrae province — a compact 18-hole layout built as two nine-hole loops in the hills of Northern Thailand that offers some of the most affordable golf in the entire north. Frequently listed in Chiang Rai regional golf guides due to its accessibility from the provincial circuit, the course is a popular stop for golfers touring the northern highlands who want a full day's play without the higher fees of the bigger resort courses. All-in rates including caddie are reported at around 700–900 THB, making it one of the cheapest 18-hole rounds in Thailand. The greens are well-regarded — consistently smooth and true, particularly impressive given the modest fees — while the fairways reflect the variable conditions of a dry-season highland layout, firmer in the hot months and lush during and after the rains. The course is best approached as a relaxed day out rather than a demanding competitive round, and its laid-back atmosphere and low cost make it a favourite for golfers who want to play every day of a Northern Thailand trip without budget pressure.
18
Holes
72
Par
530 km
From Bangkok
~7h
Drive time
Layout & playing experience
Wiang Ko Sai Golf Club is built as two distinct nine-hole loops that together form an 18-hole par-72 layout in the hills above Phrae city. Each nine plays to par 36 and can be combined in any order, though most visitors complete the full 18 as a single round. The terrain is gently rolling rather than dramatically hilly, which keeps the layout accessible to all skill levels while still providing enough variety in lie angles and elevation to require occasional course management decisions. The fairways are on the narrower side, with mature tree lines coming into play on several holes — particularly on the second nine where the routing moves through more established vegetation. The greens are the course's clearest strength: consistently well-maintained and receptive, they offer true, predictable putting surfaces that stand out at this price point. Water features are present but not dominant, appearing on a handful of holes without defining the strategic picture of the entire round. Caddies accompany all rounds and provide helpful local knowledge on green reading and club selection for the hillside approach shots that recur throughout the layout.
Tips & what to know before you go
Wiang Ko Sai Golf Club is best visited between November and February when Phrae province's highland climate is at its most comfortable. The course is in Phrae city, approximately 200 kilometres south of Chiang Rai and about 480 kilometres north of Bangkok — it works well as a stop on a multi-city Northern Thailand golf road trip rather than as a standalone destination for Bangkok-based golfers. From Chiang Rai, the drive south on Highway 1 takes approximately 2.5 hours, passing through Phayao province. From Bangkok, the drive is around 7 hours; the faster option is to fly to Phrae's small airport (connects via Chiang Mai) or to fly to Chiang Rai or Chiang Mai and drive south. All-in fees are extremely reasonable — typically around 700–900 THB including caddie — making this an ideal casual day-round for budget-conscious golfers touring the north.
Location & getting there
Wiang Ko Sai Golf Club is located near Phrae city in Phrae province, approximately 200 kilometres south of Chiang Rai and 530 kilometres north of Bangkok. The nearest regional airport is Phrae Airport (PRH), which has limited connections via Chiang Mai. Most golfers reach the course by driving south from Chiang Rai (approximately 2.5 hours on Highway 1) or north from Chiang Mai (approximately 3 hours). Phrae city itself has several guesthouses and small hotels for overnight stays. Note that despite being in Phrae province, the course is commonly grouped with Chiang Rai golf destinations due to its inclusion in Northern Thailand golf touring circuits.
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