Gulf Holidays in Nepal

Nepal may not be remembered only for trekking, hiking adventures. Nepal is also an ideal destination for golfers. We have some famous golf courses that provides excellent opportunity to play in the tranquil natural beauty and in the back drop of spectacular Himalayan panorama. Here you have some info about our golf courses and a suggested itinerary for golfing tour in Nepal.

Gokarna Forest Golf Resort.

South Asia's finest, and one of the world's most spectacular Golf Resort Courses. Crafted by lead architect David Mclay Kidd, assisted by Director of Turf-grass Management, James Kidd, under the direction of Gleneagles Golf Developments. Undulating Bent Grass Greens built to USGA specifications. Soft cushions of local Bermuda fairways. Lush unyielding forests-hundreds of years old.

Winding streams. Wandering hills and valleys opening to a holy river's plain. Cynical monkeys watching your progress. Shy spotted deer peering from the trees. The lofty Himalayas keeping score. Truly enchanting. On your left, wander through the Highlights of all 6,715 yards of this magical par 72 golf course.

Royal Nepal Golf Club

Originally called the Gauchar Golf Club, Royal Nepal Golf Club is the oldest course in the kingdom of Nepal and possibly one of the oldest golf clubs in the region. Established in 1917, the club was given royal patronage by His late Majesty King Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev in 1965.During its long history, many members of the Royal family and visiting foreign dignities have graced the club.

The club has a very challenging 9-hole golf course, which organizes over 26 golf tournaments annually, including His Majesty's Birthday Cup and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Birthday Cup and held the first ever Nepal Open Golf Tournament for professionals of the region for 6 years.

All the professionals described the course as highly challenging but fair golf course with a fantastic view of the Himalayas located next to the international airport and only 10 minutes drive from the center of the city, it enjoys a panoramic view of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal and other majestic mountains of Nepal.

The club has recently built a large modern clubhouse with grand view of the mountains and the course. It boasts of a very spacious restaurant and bar with wide selection of food and beverages at the most reasonable prices.

The club is a social institution run by members. All of the members are from renowned businesses and social standing, including one of the Mt. Everest summiteers, Mr. Ang Norbu Sherpa, who ascended the highest peak in the world during the 50th anniversary in 2003. For golfers who are visiting Nepal, for business or pleasure, playing at Royal Nepal Golf Club is a must. You will not be disappointed!

Yeti Golf Course At Fulbari Resort and Spa

The Yeti's Golf course is perched on the brink of a Green Canyon gorges overlooking a most unusual riverscape of terraces and steeply forested bank of the River Seti flowing 300 ft. below. The area is tranquil, the views of the Himalayas to the north, and the Seti River far below, makes golfing here a very unusual experience.

Although it is only a 9 holes course, the use of alternate tees, greens, and pin positions, gives the golfers the feeling of playing a full 18-hole layout. One needs 1 hour and 30 minutes to finish the first round of the holes. It's quite difficult because of the deliberate small greens, narrow fairways and closed out-of bound (O/B) fenced with surrounding water ponds. A number of the tee shots across the Seti Gorge is mentally challenging even to the best golfers.

The course is playable throughout the year and has a clubhouse with coffee shop and bar, and a small pro-shop selling golf amenity. Club membership for local and overseas golfers is also available. Membership of the club allows discounts, also for spouses and guests, at other facilities and outlets in the resort. The club also offers special value added golf packages, which can be enjoyed year round.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.(D) Meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Typical Nepali dinner with cultural performance.

Day 02: At Kathmandu (B/L/D) After breakfast, drive to Gokarna Forest Golf Resort. Play match (18 holes).After lunch, sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa-the 2000 years old Buddhist shrine and Patan-the city of arts and crafts.

Day 03: At Kathmandu (B/L/D) After breakfast, golfing at Royal Nepal Golf Club Course. (09 holes x 2 times). Afternoon, sightseeing of Pashupatinath-the holiest Hindu Temple and Boudhanath-the biggest Buddhist architecture and Bhaktapur-the best preserved medieval Malla Principality. Overnight hotel

Day 04:Kathmandu-Pokhara (200km, 6 hrs) (B/L/D) After breakfast, drive to Pokhara. 2-3 hours rafting on the way. River grade 3+

Day 05: Pokhara (B/L/D) After breakfast, golfing at Yeti Golf Course of Fulbari Resort and Spa After lunch, boating in Fewa lake, Pokhara sightseeing (Davis Fall, Gupteswar Cave,Seti Gorge)

Day 06: Pokhara (B/L/D) After breakfast, golfing in Yeti Golf Course of Fulbari Resort and Spa. Free afternoon.

Day 07: Pokahra-Kathmandu-Shanghai(B/L/D)
After breakfast, flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 08: Departure Transfer to airport for your flight back home.

Price per person: US$ 899 promotional fare

• Deluxe room accommodation in Radisson or Hyatt Regency or Crowne Plaza in Kathmandu and Fulbari Resort in Pokhara.
• All transfers and sightseeing as on itinerary by a/c coach.
• Welcome drink on arrival
• Buffet breakfast every morning.
• 1 match ( 18 holes) in Gokarna Forest Golf Course, 02 matches x 09 holes in Royal Nepal Golf Course and 02 matches in Fulbari Resort's Yeti Golf Course
• Guide for sightseeing and assistance during hole tour.
• 2-3 hours rafting (helmet, safety jacket inclusive) on the way to Pokhara.
• Pokhara-Kathmandu flight including airport tax
• Green fee of the golf matches
• 1 hour spa in Pokhara Fulbari Resort
• 1 hour boating in Fewa Lake.
• All sightseeing entrance fees except museum
• 12.2% government tax (TSF & VAT).

Price does not include

• International Airport Taxes (US$15)
• Room Service
• Golf Club hire US$ 10
• Shoe hire US$ 5
• Caddy Fee US$ 3
• Ball Boy US$ 2
• Drinks, tips and other expenses of personal nature
• Extra expenses due to nature and unforeseen events

Enjoy your Gulf Holidays tours