TUNISIA
  
   
 
In addition to glorious sandy beaches, scattered along 700 miles of coastline, Tunisia offers the chance to taste the exotic amid the hubbub of its bustling souks, its stunning architecture and fascinating desert excursions. What you may be too aware of, however, is that this particular country is rapidly becoming one of the foremost destinations for golf in the Mediterranean.

The establishment only a few years ago of the country's Professional Golfers Association only served further notice that this particular golfing hideout is serious about its golf. As with any great golfing hotspot, it offers superlative weather conditions all year round, a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, wonderful accommodation that's affordable to all and golf course that encompass stunning scenery. Best of all, all this is only three hours away!  

We have shortlisted eight top courses for you to play and they are all generally well mainatined all year round and within easy access of your hotels. What's more, if you find carrying your bag too much of a chore, then hire one of the local caddies and get some course management advice into the bargain. The caddies are a friendly bunch and know the courses well, plus they'll give you tips on the best places to eat and drink in the evening.
 
Here is a brief guide to the 3 resorts which are best placed for access to all the leading golf courses:
 

Monastir
 Monastir is home to two of Tunisia’s best and least crowded golf courses.  The 36-hole Kantaoui Golf Club is also nearby.  Our featured hotels are located within 15 minutes of the airport, making it Tunisia’s most convenient golf resort area. All hotels are located directly on the beach and feature excellent spa facilities.  The towns of Monastir and Sousse are nearby for shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.

Port el Kantaoui 
Port El Kantaoui is the centre of Tunisia’s golf courses.  The 36-hole Kantaoui Golf Club, a frequent host of the European Seniors Tour, is a short walk from our featured seaside hotels. Two more courses are in nearby Monastir.   Three more are less than an hour to the north.  Numerous pubs. restaurants and a modern marina are also near the hotels.

Hammamet
Hammamet is Tunisia’s most developed golf resort area, with up to eight courses available. Three courses are near the hotels, with extensive practice facilities and excellent golf tuition programs. For more variety, five additional courses are within easy reach and transfers are provided to all courses.

  
         
 
HOTELS
  
         
 
 

Riu Palace Oceana Hotel - Hammamet

All accommodation is in well appointed junior suites at this preferred seaside golf hotel located only 3 km from the golf courses. The fitness center, tennis courts and jacuzzi are all waiting for you after a day of golf.  The food is widely regarded as among the best of any hotel in the area. Guests may eat in the a la carte restaurant with no extra charge.  A preferred hotel for British golfers, with many clients returning year after year.

 

  
         
 
 

Iberostar Phenicia Hotel - Hammamet

A true golf hotel, with full practice facilities and resident golf professional, the totally renovated Hotel Phenicia is located directly on the beach only 3 miles from the golf courses. Extensive gardens, heated indoor and outdoor pools, and on site horse stables provide plenty of activities before and after your round. Choose between half board or all inclusive basis, which includes drinks and local alcoholic beverages.

  
         
 
 

Hotel Thalassa - Monastir

A private beach, heated indoor pool, tennis, jetski, archery, sauna and massage are a few of the things this hotel offers to keep you occupied when off of the links. Less than ten minutes away from both Flamingo and Palm Links courses. The hotel is well designed with a spacious lobby, and most rooms have a sea view. 
  
         
 
 

Sol el Mouradi Skanes Hotel - Monastir

Set between the Palm Links Golf Club and the Mediterranean Sea. The All-Inclusive meal plan means that all meals, snacks and beverages are included in the price. A privately managed hydrotherapy spa is located within the hotel, with a variety of treatments and massages available. A private beach, heated indoor pool, tennis, jetski, archery, sauna and massage are a few of the things this hotel offers to keep you occupied when off of the links.
 
         
 
 
Riu Green Park Hotel - Port el Kantaoui

At the Green Park Hotel, Green means Golf at this perennial favourite for European golfers. The hotel overlooks the Kantaoui Golf Club and is very close to the marina with its variety of activities. Totally renovated in 2005, this hotel is all-inclusive with all meals and drinks included in the price, including local alcoholic beverages.

 
         
         
 
GOLF
  
         
 
Monastir/Kantaoui courses
  
         
 
 

Palm Links Golf Club

This seaside course combines a flat design amid a palm oasis, with three links style holes that border on the sea. Fairways are wide and greens are flat, but out of bounds will challenge the wayward driver. Many of our selected hotels in Monastir face the sea on one side and the golf course on the other.  With a an excellent practice facility, English speaking pros, and full thalassatherapy spa immediately next to the golf club, Palm Links is highly recommended for combining a great round of golf  with a relaxing spa package.
  
         
 
 

Flamingo Golf Club

A beautiful course which calls for beautiful shotmaking. Flamingoes rather than holiday houses grace the fairways and surrounding wetlands.  Built on a plateau with seven holes bordering along the cliffs, local knowledge will improve your score and a caddy is recommended the first time you play.  The natural beauty and challenging layout make this course a personal favourite for many.

  
         
 
 

Port El Kantaoui - Sea Course

El Kantaoui Golf course situated in Port El Kantaoui is the oldest and most well known golf course in the country. As the name implies, this course borders on the Mediterranean Sea and features beautiful sea views.  It is located within walking distance of the Port El Kantaoui Marina. Together with its sister Panorama Course, the Kantaoui Golf Club has hosted the Senior European Tour on several occasions.

  
         
 
 

Port El Kantaoui - Panorama Course

Designed by Ronald Fream, El Kantaoui is divided into 2 challenging 18 holes, Panorama and Sea view. Elevated tees with fabulous panoramic views over the sea and the marina, narrow fairways and plentiful water hazards will help you to remember the Panorama course. The Panorama is considered as the championship course for its technical and harder holes surrounded by olive trees and small lakes.
  
         
 
Hammamet courses
  
         
 
 

Yasmine Golf Club

Elevated tees and multi-tiered greens, twin lakes a meandering creek will test your skills at this contoured and well managed course.  Ronald Fream designed this course to take advantage of natural hills, surrounding forests and the nearby Mediterranean. Yasmine has wide fairways leading onto stepped greens - a deceptive course which tests you all the way round. Five different teeing areas and two lakes at the very heart of the course add to the game and its challenge. The club has previously hosted the Mediterranean Games and other international amateur tournaments.

  
         
 
 

Citrus Golf Club - Forest Course

The Forest course designed by for low handicap golfers is challenging from the start!  As the name implies, this course features narrow tree lined fairways awaiting wayward tee shots. The hilly course also features well bunkered greens and some striking blind approach shots. Hammamet’s most difficult course and a previous host of the European Challenge Tour.

  
         
 
 

Citrus Golf Club - Olives Course

The Olive course offers open fairways and and large greens which make this course particularly welcoming to all players. Bunkers and water hazards also dot the landscape.  Citrus Golf Club also features a large and very well equipped practice area including a 350m driving range and 9 hole executive course.  Golf instruction is available from a staff of well trained professionals, including former player on the Ladies European Tour.

  
         
 

Other Areas

 
         
 

La Soukra Golf Club

Just minutes away from Tunis and the coasts of Carthage, this beautiful course is shaded by 100 year old eucalyptus trees. Founded in 1927, this is one of the oldest golf clubs in Africa. Local members give it a true international flavor. Fairways meander amongst 100 year old eucalyptus trees. A major renovation in 2001 improved facilities with new changing rooms and a newly decorated clubhouse. A short course characterized by narrow fairways and small greens. Easily accessible from hotels in Hammamet, Tunis and Gammarth.