1. The Nullarbor Links Golf Course, Australia
The Nullarbor Links Golf Course is the longest golf course in the world, spanning over 850 miles across Australia.
The course takes about four days to play!
Each hole is located in a different town or roadhouse along the way, making it a one-of-a-kind way to see the country while playing golf.
Golfers can play the entire course or just a few holes, making it a unique and adventurous way to experience the Australian outback.
2. The Ice Golf Course, Greenland
Located in the town of Uummannaq, Greenland, the Ice Golf Course is exactly what it sounds like – a golf course made entirely out of ice.
The course is only open for a few weeks each year, as it requires temperatures below freezing to stay intact. The ice hazards and stunning Arctic scenery make this course a truly singular golfing experience.
The World Ice Golf Championship takes place here. The balls used are red so they can be easily spotted against the white ice, and golfers wear special spiked shoes to prevent slipping.
3. The Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club, Australia
The Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club in Australia is the only golf course in the world that has no grass.
Instead, it’s played on a course made of compacted sand, and the greens are oiled to keep them smooth.
Several of the holes are situated within old opal mines, giving the course a truly distinctive and otherworldly feel.
4. The Legend Golf and Safari Resort, South Africa
The Legend Golf and Safari Resort in South Africa is known for its one-of-a-kind 19th hole.
Golfers must take a helicopter ride to the top of a mountain, where they tee off from a platform and try to hit the green, which is shaped like Africa.
It’s the highest and longest par-3 in the world, with a tee box located 1,400 feet up on a mountain and 400 yards from the green!
5. The Lofoten Links, Norway
Want to experience the northern lights WHILE you play golf? Put this one on the bucket list!
The Lofoten Links golf course is located on the island of Gimsøya in the Lofoten archipelago in Norway and is known for its rugged terrain and stunning views of the surrounding mountains and sea.
6. The Skukuza Golf Course, South Africa
The Skukuza Golf Course in South Africa is situated within the Kruger National Park, a wildlife reserve home to lions, elephants, and other large animals.
The course is unfenced, meaning golfers are often accompanied by wildlife as they play. It’s not uncommon to see giraffes or zebras crossing the course, making for a truly unforgettable golfing experience.
