Welcome to the roof of the golfing world. Yunnan Province, located in the mountainous southwest of China, is a destination unlike any other. Anchored by the capital city of Kunming famous for its “Eternal Spring” climate this region offers golfers the rare combination of perfect year-round weather, dramatic alpine scenery, and the intoxicating thrill of high-altitude ball flight. Here, you will find courses carved into ancient pine forests, routed along pristine crater lakes, and laid out at the base of snow-capped Himalayan peaks. If you want to combine world-class championship golf with rich ethnic culture and breathtaking natural wonders, Yunnan is your ultimate frontier.
The Asian Heavyweight Consistently ranked among the best golf resorts in Asia, Spring City sits on the banks of Yang Zonghai Lake. It offers two absolute masterpieces, making it the focal point of any Yunnan golf trip.
• The Lake Course (Robert Trent Jones Jr.): Famous for its narrow fairways, terraced greens, and crosswinds off the lake. It is a visual stunner that demands precision.
• The Mountain Course (Jack Nicklaus): Set on high ground overlooking the lake, this layout uses the natural undulating terrain to create a thrilling, strategic test.
The Urban Pine Forest Located just 15 minutes from Kunming city center, Sunshine Golf Club is a brilliant Robert Trent Jones Jr. design. It feels like a secluded wilderness, routed through a dense valley of pine trees, natural rock formations, and wildflowers.
The contrast of the nines. The front nine is relatively flat and forgiving, while the back nine climbs into hillier terrain, culminating in the dramatic 17th hole a par-3 requiring a heroic carry over a deep gully.
Golf in the Clouds Located a short flight or high-speed train ride from Kunming in the ancient city of Lijiang, this is an absolute bucket-list experience. Sitting at an elevation of 3,100 meters (over 10,000 feet), it holds the record for the longest par-72 golf course in the world at over 8,500 yards.
The altitude. Because the air is so thin, your ball will fly roughly 15-20% further than normal. It is incredibly fun to watch your drives soar over 300 yards against the backdrop of a massive snow-capped glacier.
Yunnan is one of China’s most culturally diverse and naturally beautiful provinces.
• Crossing the Bridge Noodles (Guoqiao Mixian):
The most famous dish in Yunnan. You are served a bowl of boiling, rich chicken broth and a platter of raw meats, quail eggs, vegetables, and rice noodles. You cook the ingredients yourself by dropping them into the hot soup.
• Wild Mushrooms:
Yunnan is the wild mushroom capital of the world. Try a mushroom hotpot featuring rare local varieties like Matsutake and Porcini.
• Wood-Fired Peking Duck:
While native to Beijing, the high-end restaurants in Kunming (like Yun Xiang) serve a spectacular local adaptation.
• The Stone Forest (Shilin):
A UNESCO World Heritage site just outside Kunming. Wander through a surreal, 270-million-year-old landscape of towering limestone pillars that look like petrified trees.
• Dianchi Lake & The Western Hills:
Take a cable car up the Western Hills for a panoramic view of Kunming’s massive Dianchi Lake, and visit the ancient cliffside Dragon Gate grottoes.
• Lijiang Ancient Town:
If you travel to play Jade Dragon, spend the evening wandering the cobblestone streets and canals of this 800-year-old UNESCO heritage town.
Crossing the Bridge Noodles
Mushroom Hotpot
Wood-Fired Peking Duck
The Stone Forest (Shilin)
Lijiang Ancient Town
Dianchi Lake & The Western Hills
Kunming is famously known as the “City of Eternal Spring,” making it a rare year-round destination.
The Vibe:
The absolute best times to visit. The weather is dry, crisp, and sunny, with temperatures sitting comfortably around 20°C-22°C.
Golf Conditions:
Peak condition. Fast greens and firm fairways.
The Vibe:
Mild and sunny during the day, though mornings and evenings can be quite chilly (dropping to near freezing).
Golf Conditions:
Very playable in the mid-day sun, but bring layers. The green speeds at Spring City can reach a lightning-fast 12-14 on the stimpmeter during these dry months!
The Vibe:
The rainy season. Temperatures remain comfortable (rarely exceeding 25°C), but you can expect frequent showers.
Golf Conditions:
Courses are incredibly lush, but rain interruptions are likely.
Navigating China requires expertise, and we provide a frictionless experience.
English is not widely spoken outside the major hotels in Yunnan. Our bilingual guides and drivers ensure smooth hotel check-ins, restaurant ordering, and tee-time registrations.
If you want to combine Kunming with Lijiang or Dali, we handle the complex domestic ticketing and VIP transfers between cities.
We secure premium access to highly sought-after resort courses like Spring City, which can be difficult for independent travelers to book.
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