Golf in Iceland

Öndverðanes offers a serene golfing experience amidst Iceland's captivating natural beauty. The lush, emerald fairways, dotted with occasional divots from eager players, stretch towards distant hills under a vast, often dramatic, sky. Here, the challenge of the game blends seamlessly with the tranquility of the Icelandic countryside.

Perched on a verdant peninsula jutting into the Atlantic, Ness Golf Club offers an unforgettable 18-hole experience. Enjoy challenging fairways, distinct sand bunkers, and panoramic views of the deep blue ocean, distant mountains, and a charming lighthouse, all under the vast Icelandic sky.

Akureyri Golf Club is an extraordinary destination, perched at 65.5° North amidst vibrant green fairways and challenging bunkers, as seen from above. This 18-hole course, home to the famous Arctic Open, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Akureyri town, the expansive Eyjafjörður fjord, and the majestic surrounding mountains. Playing a round under the continuous daylight of the midnight sun is a truly unique, bucket-list golfing experience.

Experience an unparalleled round of golf on Heimaey, where lush green fairways meet towering sea cliffs and the stark beauty of ancient lava flows. This 18-hole course offers breathtaking views, with the majestic green-clad mountain rising dramatically under a vast blue sky, making every swing a memory.

Perched on Reykjavík's elevated eastern fringes, Grafarholt Golf Club offers one of the capital area's most scenic golf experiences. Its 18-hole championship layout, winding through open moorland, provides dramatic vistas of Mount Esja, the city skyline, and the Atlantic. Known for its challenging Icelandic winds, the course rewards strategic play amidst stunning natural beauty, as seen in its verdant, striped fairways and well-placed bunkers.

Experience a unique 18-hole golf course carved through ancient lava fields in Hafnarfjörður, where jet-black rock contrasts vividly with lush green fairways. As seen in the image, golfers navigate challenging holes alongside the ocean, with the perfectly cone-shaped Keilir mountain dominating the horizon.

Korpa Golf Club, known as Golfklúbbur Reykjavíkur Korpa, is a scenic 18-hole course in Reykjavík's capital region. Nestled by the sea, its well-groomed fairways, visible in the image, offer a welcoming game for all skill levels amidst Iceland's dramatic coastal beauty. It's a true gateway to golf, fostering talent and offering an unforgettable experience.

Brautarholt Golf Club is Reykjavík's most centrally located course — a compact 9-hole layout that punches above its weight in terms of setting and enjoyment. Perfect for golfers who want to fit in a quick round during a short visit, or families and beginners looking for a low-pressure introduction to the game. The course offers beautiful views of the surrounding Reykjavík neighbourhoods and nearby Öskjuhlíð hill. Equipment hire is available and no booking is required for casual play, making it the most spontaneous golf option in the capital.

Garðabær Golf Club, officially known as Golfklúbbur Kópavogs og Garðabæjar (GKG), provides an exceptional 18-hole experience amidst the leafy suburbs of the capital region. Its meticulously maintained fairways, dotted with clusters of trees and serene water features, unfold beautifully towards distant mountains and the urban landscape, offering a consistently high-quality round for all skill levels.