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Step off the beaten track with a truly unique golf trip to New Zealand, all custom planned by our expert team. Play on championship courses, take in the breathtaking backdrops, and explore the lively cities and beautiful nature of both islands.
New Zealand Golf Experiences
New Zealand offers a truly unique opportunity for ambitious golfers, far from the classic destinations of the game, yet blessed with incredible courses, gorgeous natural wonders, and distinctive culture.
Phenomenal golfing destinations
Play a remarkable line up including Jack’s Point, Cape Kidnappers, Kauri Cliffs, Kinloch, Royal Wellington, and Te Arai.
Enjoy a genuine retreat
Take it easy in secluded lodges, relax in New Zealand’s wine country, and explore the bustling cities of both islands.
Truly cinematic backdrops
From alpine landscapes and wine country to dramatic coastlines and rolling fairways, New Zealand delivers a setting unlike anywhere else in golf.
A new golfing horizon
From world-class fairways to breathtaking scenery, New Zealand offers a golf experience filled with beauty, variety, and discovery.
Play some of the world’s most spectacular courses
From cliff-edge layouts to beautifully designed inland courses, New Zealand offers a line-up that feels both varied and memorable.
Explore both islands in one remarkable journey
Travel across the North and South Islands to experience a rich mix of golf, scenery, and culture throughout your trip.
Stay in exceptional accommodation
Enjoy luxury lodges, elegant retreats, and carefully chosen stays that bring comfort and character to every stage of the journey.
Take in extraordinary natural beauty
From dramatic coastlines to mountain ranges, lakes, and rolling countryside, New Zealand delivers cinematic scenery everywhere you turn.
Make time for food, wine, and local culture
Beyond the golf, enjoy renowned wine regions, welcoming hospitality, and distinctive cultural experiences that make the journey even more memorable.
Travel seamlessly from start to finish
Our expert team will handle every detail, allowing your group to enjoy the golf, the landscapes, and the adventure without distraction.
From cliff-edge layouts to beautifully designed inland courses
A walking-only Tom Doak links that begins and ends beside the Pacific at Te Arai.
A Coore & Crenshaw links on coastal dunes with Pacific views on every hole.
New Zealand’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature course brings strategic inland golf to the hills above Lake Taupō.
A Tom Doak design on Hawke’s Bay headland, played across vast ridges and sharp ocean-facing valleys.
A firm-running Alex Russell links on the Kāpiti Coast with New Zealand Open and PGA pedigree.
A rebuilt championship parkland course in Upper Hutt, Royal Wellington stages elite events on the Heretaunga layout.
A championship links-style course on the edge of Lake Wakatipu beneath The Remarkables.
A mountain-framed championship course at Millbrook, where Greg Turner’s design threads water, bunkering and broad alpine fairways.
A rustic parkland course in historic Arrowtown, routed through schist outcrops and tight natural golfing corridors.
Enjoy luxury lodges and elegant retreats
Carefully chosen stays that bring comfort and character to every stage of the journey
A supreme 5-star clifftop lodge on a 6,000-acre Hawke's Bay sheep farm — home to Tom Doak's world Top 20 course and breathtaking Pacific Ocean views.
Wellington's most elegant 5-star address, surrounded by botanical gardens in the parliamentary precinct, with Royal Wellington Golf Club and the capital's finest cuisine.
A 5-star alpine sanctuary blending French art de vivre with Kiwi spirit in Queenstown's heart — minutes from The Hills, Jacks Point, and world-class Otago courses.
A 5-star clifftop sanctuary on 6,000 Northland acres — David Harman's course ranked No.37 globally, three private Pacific beaches, and 22 suites amid native bush.
A 4.5-star boutique in the heart of Havelock North Village — the ideal base for Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay's world-class wineries, and New Zealand coastal golf.
Welcome to New Zealand
Every itinerary is designed privately, with tee times, transport, and stays handled end to end.
Welcome to Queenstown
Arrive in New Zealand's adventure capital where the Remarkables frame every fairway and the air feels freshly minted.
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Jack's Point Golf Course — Queenstown
Jack's Point wraps around the shoreline of Lake Wakatipu with some of the most dramatic mountain golf views on earth.
Jack’s Point
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Millbrook Resort — Queenstown
Spread across 500 acres of Arrowtown valley, Millbrook is a masterful resort course with stunning mountain backdrops.
Millbrook Resort
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Welcome to the North Island
A short flight north carries you to New Zealand's compact, brilliantly cultured capital — and two more great courses await.
Sofitel Wellington
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club — NZ's premier links
New Zealand's only links-style course worthy of world ranking, Paraparaumu plays firm and fast above the Kapiti Coast.
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
Sofitel Wellington
Royal Wellington Golf Club — NZ's finest parkland
Heralded as New Zealand's finest parkland course, Royal Wellington offers sweeping views over Cook Strait and the city.
Royal Wellington Golf Club
Sofitel Wellington
Welcome to Hawke's Bay
Transfer to Hawke's Bay — New Zealand's wine country and home to one of the world's most celebrated golf destinations.
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
Cape Kidnappers — Tom Doak's clifftop masterpiece
Tom Doak's clifftop masterpiece juts into Hawke's Bay on impossibly narrow promontories. Nothing prepares you for this.
Cape Kidnappers Golf Course
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers
Welcome to Taupo
Transfer to the volcanic heart of the North Island, where Lake Taupo glitters and two world-class courses await.
Hilton Lake Taupo
The Kinloch Club
Designed by Jack Nicklaus, Kinloch plays across the volcanic plateau with Lake Taupo shimmering at every turn.
Kinloch Club
Hilton Lake Taupo
Wairakei International Golf Course
Steam vents, thermal pools, and world-class golf: Wairakei is an utterly unique experience that belongs to no other country.
Hilton Lake Taupo
Welcome to Northland
Fly north to the Bay of Islands — one of New Zealand's most beautiful corners — where the ultimate golf finale awaits.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Kauri Cliffs Golf Course
Kauri Cliffs introduced New Zealand to the world stage — clifftop holes above the Pacific with quite breathtaking poise.
Kauri Cliffs
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Welcome to Te Arai
Transfer to stunning Te Arai — home to two new Tom Doak courses already generating worldwide excitement and acclaim.
Te Arai Accommodation
Te Arai North
Te Arai North is bold, strategic, and compelling — a course that rewards curiosity as much as it rewards ball-striking.
Te Arai North
Te Arai Accommodation
Te Arai South
The southern companion to Te Arai North completes the picture — different in character, equal in brilliance and beauty.
Te Arai South
Te Arai Accommodation
Until next time...
From the Remarkables to the Bay of Islands, no golf journey in the Southern Hemisphere covers more extraordinary ground.
The Carr Golf Approach
Special golfing experiences require a special attitude. From our foundation to the present, we’ve been obsessed with the details that make a real difference to your journey.
Discover the best hidden gems and live like a real local, all thanks to our experienced regional teams.
We’ll make sure that your group plays on the best courses, at the best times, and in the right order.
By planning even the every element, we’ll ensure your journey is seamless, effortless, and deeply memorable.
Surpassing your expectations
Amazing experience, I would highly recommend to everyone.
Maria Elizalde
Father and Daughter Tournament 2025
Susan was amazing for the trip planning and organization of things. She communicated effectively and responsive if myself, or others in group had questions. Also a huge shoutout to Fitzy our driver. His company throughout the week was truly amazing.
Bulger Group
Ireland and Open Championship 2025
To those who haven’t been or are thinking of going, don’t delay, You Must Go!
Scott Seymour
Father and Daughter Tournament 2025
I would recommend to anybody interested in a golf trip to Ireland. Carr Golf is incredible!!!
Jamin Group
Ireland 2025
The whole trip was a 10 out of 10! Every detail was attended to and worked out perfectly!
Standish Group
Ireland 2025
All you need to know
Golf is played year round in New Zealand. But its seasons are the reverse of the Northern Hemisphere.Therefore, October to February is the best time for temperatures, daylight hours, and playing conditions. January and February are the busiest months.
Early planning is vital to guarantee tee times at New Zealand’s most popular golf courses, especially if you intend to visit during peak season (December-February).Ideally, you should contact the Carr Golf team 12 months before your preferred travel dates.
You require both. Your passport should be valid for at least 3 months after you depart New Zealand. Also, American and Canadian citizens must obtain a NZeTA(New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority)for pre-travel clearance.
You can book long haul direct flights to Auckland Airport from the following North American cities:
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is 17 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 20 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time in America.NZST is 18 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 21 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time inCanada.
The local currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZD/$).You can check the latest international exchange rates here. Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are commonly used credit cards. But Diners Club is no longer accepted.
It’s a personal choice, but we recommend purchasing travel and medical insurance before your trip. Our partner, Warren Peterson of TravelersMed.com, will be happy to help. You can call Warren toll free at 1800-584-3512.
Yes. You can ship your gear door-to-door with our trusted partner, Ship Sticks. It’s a convenient, cost-effective way to guarantee your clubs and luggage arrive in New Zealand on time. Explore this personalised service below.
New Zealand’s weather is predictably unpredictable. So pack to keep cool, warm, and dry on the golf course. It’s always smart to dress in layers and to opt for comfortable apparel with flexible, moisture-wicking fabrics.
Here’s our recommended golf gear:
Most golf clubs in New Zealand offer electric carts and pull-buggies for rental. However, some clubs (like Te Arai), allow a limited number of carts on the course each day. We recommend pre-booking carts or buggies with your package.
Plan with our team
From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.
Plan with our team
From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.
Alison Duffin
Events Manager
Sean Benville
Trip Planning Manager
Susan McCann
Chief Operating Officer
