Kazakhstan is home to five golf clubs that meet international standards. Two are located in Almaty, and the rest are in Astana, Burabay, and Saryagash. Here’s a closer look at each of them.

1. Zhailjau Golf Resort (Almaty)

Zhailjau is one of the most prestigious golf resorts in the post-Soviet region. Its 18-hole course spans 82 hectares and offers an exciting game for players of all levels. The project was developed by the world-renowned Palmer Course Design Co., which speaks volumes about its global quality.

The grounds include five artificial lakes, streams, over 15,000 trees, a driving range, a restaurant, and the 10-room Zhailjau boutique hotel. A highlight: panoramic views of the snow-capped Ile-Alatau mountains.

• Address: 188 Miras microdistrict (near the First President’s Park)
• Phone: +7 727 277 76 21 (24/7), +7 701 795 32 01
• Opening hours: Daily, from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm (by appointment)
• Website: zgr.kz

2. Nurtau Golf Club (Almaty)

The first golf club in Kazakhstan, Nurtau was founded in the early 2000s. It features an 18-hole course stretching 7,336 yards, along with extensive practice areas: a driving range, a 9-hole practice green, and a short game zone.

Amenities include a restaurant, pro shop, equipment rental, and even a sauna. Nurtau is also known for hosting the annual Seimar Open and for maintaining its course to a high standard.

• Address: 50/7 Tausamaly microdistrict (within the Swissotel Wellness Resort Alatau Almaty)
• Phone: +7 701 812 08 42
• Email: admin@nurtau.kz
• Instagram: @nurtau_golf_club

3. Astana Golf Club (Astana)

The only golf club in Kazakhstan’s capital features an 18-hole course, 6,646 yards long. A restaurant, golf shop, and a hotel operate on site. The club welcomes visitors from spring through late autumn.

• Address: 1 Khairetdin Bolganbayev St. (behind Nurly Zhol railway station)
• Phone: +7 777 384 33 33
• Instagram: @golf_club_astana

4. Burabay Golf Club (Burabay)

This club sits in the scenic resort area of Burabay, right on the shore of Lake Shuchye. It offers a perfect blend of nature and infrastructure, including a four-star hotel, 17 cottages, an indoor tennis court, water park, and pier. A great choice for combining golf with a relaxing lakeside holiday.

• Address: 2B TsRB microdistrict, Shuchinsk, Akmola Region
• Phone: +7 705 333 77 75
• Instagram: @burabay_gc

5. Altyn Bulak Golf Health Resort (Saryagash)

Located in the wellness hotspot of Saryagash, famous for its mineral springs, this resort features a 18-hole course (7,576 yards) with eight artificial lakes and smartly designed sand traps.

The main clubhouse houses a restaurant, bar, lounge with a fireplace, pro shop, and VIP suites with private saunas. There’s also a 25-room hotel and a separate VIP residence. The resort is part of the Altyn Bulak health complex, so you can combine golf with spa treatments.

• Address: Kokterek village, Saryagash District, Turkistan Region
• Phone: +7 725 375 1367, +7 702 325 5454