Vietnam golf coast doubles down on course improvements

Golfers and iconic water buffalo bio mowers alike are about to reap the benefits as Vietnam golf coast clubs unveil a wave of upgrades aimed at keeping Central Vietnam at the top of Asia’s golfing leaderboard.

Long recognised for exceptional design and stunning scenery, Ba Na Hills Golf Club and Laguna Golf Lang Co are embracing a philosophy of continual improvement to elevate course conditioning, aesthetics and the overall player experience. From revamping turf and native landscaping to enhancing visual appeal and drainage, both clubs are investing in upgrades that reflect a deep commitment to excellence.

Caption: Ba Na Hills Golf Club has implemented a more rigorous maintenance regime focused on turf quality and year-round playability.

At Laguna Golf Lang Co, where a Sir Nick Faldo signature layout weaves between jungle-clad mountains and the East Sea, work is underway on several key improvements to help the course thrive through the year, particularly during Vietnam’s more stressful winter months.

A second shelter for the club’s beloved water buffalo, who act as "bio-mowers" tending to the rice paddies integrated into the course, is currently being constructed, providing protection from storms and reinforcing Laguna’s reputation for sustainability and innovation.

Jason Blacka, newly appointed chief superintendent at Laguna Golf Lang Co, said: “Alongside the new shelter, we’re re-establishing putting surfaces and expanding our turf nurseries as we transition back to Zoysia matrella.

“We’re also adopting enhanced staff training and implementing customised agronomic practices to maintain optimal turf health and playability year-round.”

Caption: The iconic water buffalo bio mowers at Laguna Golf Lang Co will soon benefit from a new storm shelter.

Other initiatives include revamping native landscape zones to expose more sand and promote resilient indigenous plants. These changes not only support the ecosystem but also add to the visual drama of the layout.

Meanwhile, over in the hills above Da Nang, Ba Na Hills Golf Club is refining both the course and the brand that defines it. In 2025, the club unveiled a sharpened brand philosophy — crafted by nature, perfected by passion — that reflects a deeper focus on both authenticity and precision.

Ba Na Hills Golf Cub general manager Simon Mees said: “This is more than just a slogan, it’s a guiding ethos that informs how we present and care for our course.

“We’ve implemented a more rigorous maintenance regime focused on turf quality and year-round playability, while enhancing facilities to ensure comfort without compromising the tranquillity we’re known for.”