Legend Golf & Safari Resort – South Africa
Pack your bags and travel with us to South Africa to encounter the world’s highest par-3 hole. SA gave us the likes of Gary Player and Ernie Els, which explains why it’s Africa’s biggest golf destination. Legend Golf & Safari Resort boasts the infamous “Extreme 19th” hole, which you can only access by helicopter.
Without a flair for the dramatic, the tee box sits atop Hanglip Mountain, and the green (shaped like Africa) hangs 1,300 feet (396 meters) below. The par-3 is one of the most thrilling and rewarding in the world, with the hole 400 yards (365 meters) long and the ball taking over 20 seconds to land due to the height. You will need a magically accurate shot to score, but there’s a soothing prize of $1 million for a hole-in-one.
Furnace Creek Golf Course – Death Valley, USA
The course designer for this one almost put up the sign ” welcome to hell!” We are discussing the hottest golf course worldwide, the Furnace Creek Golf Course in Death Valley National Park, California. Picture taking your shot at the lowest-elevation golf course in the world, sitting 214 feet (65 meters) below sea level!
Assuming your golf vacay comes around summer when temperatures exceed 130°F (54°C), causing dehydration and exhaustion. You will need to get used to the ball not traveling far due to dense, hot air, and you may need to adjust your playing schedule to early mornings or late evenings. In contrast, you will enjoy both surreal desert landscapes and a surprisingly lush oasis.
Parting Shot
Stop worrying; these courses are meant solely for the most adventurous (and daring) of us! Some more names to add to the list include Camp Bonifas Golf Course in South Korea, Merapi Golf Course in Indonesia, El Camaleón Golf Club in Mexico, The Lost City Golf Course in South Africa, and Himalayan Golf Course in Nepal. You might want to consult your personal physician and write down your will before visiting!