The Philippines has more than 100 golf courses spread over Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao, according to the Department of Tourism (DOT). That’s enough to build a week around golf, but the courses aren’t clustered like Scotland’s. You’ll pick a region first and a course second.
By Absolute Asia Tours. Last checked 9 November 2026. How we researched this: we read the Department of Tourism and news reports, operator listings and Wikipedia, and we list every source at the end. Where no official figure exists, the page says so.
| Number of courses | More than 100, across Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao (DOT, August 2025) |
|---|---|
| National program | Philippine Golf Experience (GolfEx), launched by the DOT at Mimosa Plus, Clark, on 29 August 2025 |
| Main golf areas | Metro Manila and the provinces south of it, Clark, Cebu, Boracay, Davao |
| Booking | Direct with the club, or through a tour operator. A golf booking app launched in August 2026 lists 79 courses |
| Prices | Set by each club and they change. Ask for the current green fee, cart and caddie rates before you book |
How many golf courses are there in the Philippines?
More than 100. That’s the figure DOT officials used when they launched the Philippine Golf Experience in Clark in August 2025, and it covers the whole country, not only the clubs in the program. Other reports have quoted higher totals, so treat 100 as the safe floor, not an audited count.
Where should you play golf in the Philippines?
Start with the region that fits the rest of your trip. A few areas have enough courses to fill several days.
Metro Manila and the provinces to the south
Wack Wack Golf and Country Club sits in Mandaluyong, inside Metro Manila. South of the capital, in Cavite, Laguna and Batangas, you’ll find the courses golfers search for most often, including Manila Southwoods, Laguna National, Sta. Elena and Summit Point, plus Ayala Alabang in Muntinlupa. Traffic out of Manila is heavy, so plan an early tee time or stay near the course.
Clark
The DOT chose Clark Freeport for the GolfEx launch because of its international airport and nearby courses. If you’re flying in only to golf, Clark lets you skip Manila’s traffic. Mimosa Plus is the course where the launch was held.
Cebu and Mactan
Cebu has the clearest tourism angle of any golf area here. The DOT and the province ran a playing tour called the Cebu Swing in 2024 and have pushed Cebu as a model for golf tourism. Mactan, the island east of Cebu where the airport is, also has a course. Check the entry rules at the gate first, because some courses sit inside or beside security areas.
Boracay
Boracay is a small island, about 10 square kilometers, off the northwest coast of Panay. Fairways and Bluewater is the course people look up for it. Plan it as a half-day between beach days.
How much does it cost to play golf in the Philippines?
There’s no national price list, and we won’t quote a number we can’t source. Each club sets its green fee, and extras like a caddie and a cart are usually charged on top. Ask the club for its current rates for visitors, and ask whether weekend or guest rates differ. If a price in a blog post has no date, don’t plan around it.
Can visitors book any course?
Not always. Some clubs take guests freely, others limit play to members and their guests, and the rules differ by day. The DOT’s golf push is meant to open more courses to visitors, and the booking app launched in August 2026 is one route in. If you want a specific club, contact it or a tour operator at least a few weeks ahead.
When is the best time to golf in the Philippines?
The country has a wet and a dry season, and rain affects tee times more than heat does. Our best time to visit the Philippines guide has the month-by-month picture, and the national weather service PAGASA publishes current forecasts. Check the forecast for your region, because the east and west coasts don’t share the same pattern.
Building a golf trip around the rest of the Philippines
Most golfers add two or three non-golf days. Pair Cebu with the islands and Bohol, or Boracay with a beach stay, and keep Manila for the arrival and departure night. Our guides to the best things to do in the Philippines and hotels in the Philippines help with the non-golf days. Absolute Asia Tours has planned Asia trips since 1989; tell us through the contact page that golf is the focus and we’ll say what we can arrange.
Golf in the Philippines: frequently asked questions
How many golf courses are in the Philippines?
The DOT says more than 100, spread across Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao.
Where can I play golf near Manila?
Wack Wack is in Mandaluyong inside Metro Manila. More courses lie south of the city in Cavite, Laguna and Batangas.
Is there golf in Cebu?
Yes. Cebu has several courses, and the DOT has promoted the province for golf tourism, including the 2024 Cebu Swing tour.
Is there golf on Boracay?
Yes. Fairways and Bluewater is the course most visitors search for on the island.
Do I need a caddie or cart?
Many Philippine courses charge for both on top of the green fee. Confirm what’s included when you book.
Sources (checked 9 November 2026): Philippine News Agency, DOT launches first PH Golf Experience; SunStar Pampanga, DOT launches PH Golf Experience in Clark; Philstar, first golf booking app; Philstar Freeman, Cebu golf tourism; Wikipedia: Wack Wack, Mactan, Boracay.