Nikanti distances itself yet further than the norm by its routing. Rather than having traditional front and back nines, here there are three loops of six, each one returning to the stylish and soon-to-be sumptuously appointed clubhouse. The reason? Flexibility. Don’t have time for a full 18? Just play 12. Want to have another go at the reachable but dangerous par-5 18th? Why not squeeze in that final loop of six?
While the club’s owners, headed by managing director “Nick” Warawit Sasomsub, another personable young chap, have yet to determine whether they will introduce a membership structure, the course is open to all. And they’re not looking at cramming people on, either. Tee times will be staggered at 15-minute intervals, which should help with the pace of play.
So how much will a round here cost? On the face of things, THB5,500 (approximately HK$1,300) on a weekday and THB7,000 (HK$1,700) on a weekend might sound high but it’s an all-inclusive fee which includes golf, cart, caddie and two meals (breakfast and lunch or lunch and dinner). In reality, it’s a small price to pay for what will surely be considered one of the finest clubs in the kingdom.
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