Sentul Highlands Golf Club
Nestled within the foothills of West Java near Bogor, Sentul Highlands Golf Club delivers a high-elevation golf experience that combines dramatic natural scenery with strategic course design. This 18-hole championship course is surrounded by forested hills, with cool mountain breezes and panoramic views that define the unique Sentul experience. Located just 1 hour from Jakarta, it is a preferred destination for city golfers, business groups, and weekend golf retreats.
Designed by legendary golfer Gary Player, Sentul Highlands opened in 1997 as part of the Sentul City master plan. The course was built to accommodate challenging elevation changes while maintaining walkability and player flow. As one of only a handful of Gary Player-designed layouts in Indonesia, the course has developed a loyal following for its layout balance, modern facilities, and peaceful mountain ambiance. The club hosts regional events and continues to attract golfers seeking a cool-climate round close to the capital.
Course Layout & Design
Sentul Highlands spans 6,420 meters from the championship tees and is known for its tiered greens, elevation shifts, and hillside fairways. Strategic bunkering, wide landing zones, and contoured greens offer a dynamic test of golf. The course is divided into a front nine with broader layouts and scenic viewpoints, and a tighter back nine routed into steeper terrain, requiring accurate tee shots and thoughtful approaches.
Signature holes include:
- Hole 5 – A par-4 playing along a hillside ridge with sweeping mountain views, ending on a raised green guarded by two deep bunkers.
- Hole 9 – A downhill par-3 where the tee box is perched on a plateau offering panoramic forest views. The green is surrounded by flowering shrubs and bunkers.
- Hole 18 – A long par-5 finishing uphill to the clubhouse with split fairway options and water on the right. A true risk-reward finale to the round.
World-Class Facilities & Amenities
Sentul Highlands boasts one of the most refined golf environments in Java, combining sport with lifestyle in a scenic hilltop complex:
- Elegant clubhouse with panoramic terrace and indoor lounges
- VIP locker rooms, spa and massage suites
- Fine dining restaurant, café, and full-service bar
- Driving range, short game zone, and indoor simulator
- Dedicated event hall for weddings, meetings, and golf tournaments
Host to Prestigious Golf Events
Sentul Highlands Golf Club has hosted the Gary Player Invitational, West Java Golf Tour, and countless corporate retreats. The layout and elevation shifts make it popular for televised events and photo-friendly golf days. Its proximity to Jakarta ensures consistent visibility and high-end clientele year-round.
Scenic Beauty Meets Sustainability
The golf course is built into preserved forest land and operates under sustainable maintenance practices. Minimal tree removal, native landscaping, and elevation-sensitive routing ensure environmental harmony. Natural water features are integrated into course design and used for passive irrigation, reducing water waste during the dry season.
Why Choose Sentul Highlands Golf Club?
- Hilltop championship golf 1 hour from Jakarta
- Designed by golf legend Gary Player
- Cooler climate with panoramic forest views
- VIP facilities ideal for corporate and leisure golf
- Scenic, peaceful, and professionally maintained
Sentul Highlands stands out as one of West Java’s most scenic and thoughtfully designed courses. The Gary Player signature layout leverages every natural feature of the land — elevation, forest, and hilltop views — to create a course that is both beautiful and demanding.
Just one hour from Jakarta, the club serves as a luxurious escape from city life with superb clubhouse service, spa facilities, and fine dining. Whether you’re there for a championship event or a quiet Sunday round, Sentul delivers world-class golf at altitude.