Perfect climate, exotic location, lush vegetation and breathtaking views - what better combination for a golfing vacation in a South Pacific paradise. Golf in the Fiji Islands has come a long way since the days when Vijay Singh was practising here. There are now three championship golf courses in Fiji, all on the main island of Viti Levu. Several smaller public courses can be found around Viti Levu and one each on Vanua Levu and Taveuni. The Shangri-La Fijian Resort and Naviti Resort in West Viti Levu and the exclusive Wakaya Island Club and Naigani Island Resort in the Eastern Islands have their own private courses. Toberua Island Resort has a nine-hole course on the beach at low tide!

Championship Courses and Competitions

Denarau Golf Club, Nadi Area, Viti Levu

Green fees are expensive at $150 a round although this includes compulsory golf cart. Non-playing golfers ride on the golf cart at an extra F$20! Course condition is excellent. Long, flat, open fairways with a number of water hazards and plenty of coconut trees. Some mountains views and one hole close to sea. Amenities include clubhouse with bar and restaurant, pro shop, hire of brand clubs and golf shoes, golf range and professional lessons. Dress code smart. Sheraton resort just a few minutes walk away.

Pacific Harbour Country Club, Suva Area, Viti Levu

Green fees are extremely reasonable at $25 a round. Course condition is good although at present under takeover so may be neglected. Fairways are sometimes tight and undulating and the surrounding vegetation can be thick and lush. Mountain scenery. Amenities include pro shop, hire of cart and clubs, bar and restaurant.

Fiji Golf Club, Suva, Viti Levu

Green fees $20 a round. Course condition is good, except after heavy rains when prone to flooding. This is the club for Suva residents. It often hosts competitions and can be busy at weekends. Long, flat fairways, ample vegetation. Only 10 minutes from central Suva although the surrounding scenery is rather bland. Amenities include pro shop, club hire, bar and restaurant.

Other 18-hole public courses

Nadi Airport Club - Hilly
Lautoka Golf Club - Hilly
Vatukoula Golf Club
Penang Golf Club (Rakiraki)
Labasa Golf Club

Professional and Pro-Am Competitions

May - Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort Pro-Am
May - BMW International Charity Pro-Am, Denarau
May - Air New Zealand Invitational Pro-Am, Denarau
June - Fiji Bitter Open, Fiji Golf Club, Suva
June - Pacific Harbour Pro-Am,
June - Denarau Pro-Am