Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club
Weekday green fee
1,050THB
Weekend: 1,850 THB
Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club is an 18-hole resort course set on the edge of the Khao Yai corridor in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima. Designed by Bob McFarland and opened in 2010, it is part of the wider Charnvee Resort property — a hotel and leisure complex popular with Bangkok weekenders drawn to the cooler air and countryside of the Pak Chong area. The course plays to par 72 across undulating, tree-lined terrain that takes advantage of the gentle foothills approaching Khao Yai National Park. At approximately 1,050 THB on weekdays, it offers solid value for a resort-quality 18-hole layout, with the caddie fee bundled into the green fee for a straightforward all-in price. The course draws a mix of Thai golfers and expats using it as part of a broader Khao Yai resort stay, as well as Bangkok golfers making the drive specifically for a change of scenery.
18
Holes
72
Par
180 km
From Bangkok
~2h
Drive time
Layout & playing experience
Rancho Charnvee plays across a combination of flat and gently rolling fairways, making it accessible to mid- and high-handicap golfers while providing enough variation to hold the attention of lower handicappers. Bob McFarland's routing uses established tree corridors to define each hole, placing a premium on accurate ball placement over raw power. The design reflects the Pak Chong foothills landscape — more topographic variety than typical central-plains courses closer to Bangkok, without the steep climbing of a true mountain layout. Water hazards feature on several holes, integrated in a way that adds strategic interest without turning the course into a penalty-laden challenge. The par 3s offer some of the most scenic moments, framed by the surrounding countryside of Nakhon Ratchasima. Greens are maintained to a standard consistent with the resort tier — adequate and true, with moderate pace. At par 72 with a layout suited to recreational play, Rancho Charnvee functions primarily as an enjoyable resort round rather than a serious championship venue. Pace of play is generally comfortable, particularly on weekdays when the course operates at lighter capacity. The 19th hole is well-served by the resort's facilities, including a clubhouse and on-site accommodation options for visitors staying overnight. The course sits within easy reach of other Khao Yai region layouts, including Kirimaya Golf Course and Khao Yai Golf Club, making it straightforward to pair rounds across multiple days.
Tips & what to know before you go
Weekday visits offer both lighter traffic and a lower green fee — roughly 1,050 THB versus weekend rates approaching 1,850 THB. The caddie is included in the green fee; no separate payment at the desk is needed, though a tip of around 400 THB is the customary courtesy at the end of an 18-hole round. Cart hire is 600 THB, optional but worthwhile given the hills and tropical heat, particularly between March and May when daytime temperatures peak. Early tee times are recommended year-round: mornings in Pak Chong are cooler than Bangkok and provide the best light across the rolling fairways. Afternoon rounds in the wet season (May–October) carry a meaningful chance of afternoon showers, though the Khao Yai area's higher elevation moderates conditions compared to the Bangkok plains. The dry season (November–February) offers the most reliably clear mornings. The resort location makes Rancho Charnvee a natural fit for a two-night Khao Yai itinerary — combining a round here with a tee time at nearby Kirimaya or Khao Yai Golf Club gives a full golf weekend without repeating the same course twice.
Location & getting there
Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club is located approximately 180 km northeast of Bangkok in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima — the same gateway town as Khao Yai National Park. The drive from central Bangkok takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes off-peak via Highway 2 (Mittraphap Road). There is no direct public transport to the course; most visitors drive or arrange a private transfer from Bangkok or from Pak Chong town. The resort address is 333/2 Moo 12, Khanong Phra, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima 30130. The main contact line is +66 44 756 210; a golf-specific line (+66 88 375 4466) is also listed.
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