
Damai Laut Course
Damai Laut Golf & Country Club
About this course
Damai Laut Golf & Country Club sits along the coast of Perak in western Malaysia, near the town of Lumut and the Straits of Malacca. Designed by Ronald Fream, the course occupies a transitional landscape between coastal flatlands and gentle inland rises, typical of the region's topography. Fream, an American architect with extensive experience in Southeast Asia, has designed numerous courses across Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia, often working with tropical terrain and incorporating natural water features and native vegetation into his layouts. The routing at Damai Laut takes advantage of the coastal setting, with several holes offering views toward the water and prevailing breezes that influence play. The design features a mix of open fairways and strategically placed hazards, including lakes and bunkers that frame landing areas and greens. Palm trees and tropical plantings define corridors and provide visual interest throughout the round. The course serves both local members and visitors to the Lumut area, which is known as a gateway to Pangkor Island and other coastal destinations in Perak. Damai Laut functions as part of a broader resort and residential development, common for golf facilities in this part of Malaysia. The club provides standard amenities including practice areas and dining facilities. The course appeals to golfers seeking a tropical round in a relatively quiet coastal setting, away from the busier courses near Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
Quick facts
- Location
- Lumut, Perak, MY
- Access
- Public
- Designer
- Ronald Fream
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
Getting there
The journey to Damai Laut Golf & Country Club begins at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), approximately two and a half hours north along the North-South Expressway through Malaysia's lush western corridor. The route transitions from urban sprawl to palm-fringed countryside before reaching the coastal town of Lumut, gateway to Perak's quieter shores. From Lumut, a brief drive delivers you to the Damai Laut peninsula, where the club occupies a privileged stretch of coastline along the Straits of Malacca - an arrival marked by sea breezes and the sudden shift from mainland bustle to tropical resort seclusion.
FAQ
Common questions about Damai Laut
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Damai Laut was designed by Ronald Fream.
Yes. Damai Laut is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Damai Laut is 72.
Damai Laut is a 18-hole course.
