Tering Bay Golf & Country Club

Tering Bay Golf & Country Club Description:
(Greg Norman design)

Tering Bay Golf & Country Club coastal setting offers beautiful ocean views as its located on a 167-hectare site overlooking the picturesque bay north of Batam. The Batam golf course is 5 minutes from Nongsapura ferry terminal or 30 minutes from Batam Center.

Designed by Greg Norman, the 18 hole par-72 course at Tering Bay opened for play in 1995 and stretches to over 6,400 meters. There is a choice of four tee boxes, making it playable for golfers of all abilities. The land is generally hilly, and many holes play through rainforest land. Each hole is unique and provides different challenges.

With water in play on many of the holes which create numerous risk and reward opportunities. Carrying water hazards lead to good scores. However, fall short, and penalty strokes add up fast.  As with any Greg Norman-designed golf course, there are plenty of large bunkers, many of which are deep, with fine sand. Good approach shots avoid sand and create birdie opportunities.

Some holes on the course can be quite hilly and being an island; wind can also play a part during a round at Tering Bay. The fifth hole is worth a mention, as the elevated tee box makes for a downhill drive. Water crosses the fairway at the typical landing spot about 180 meters from the tee. Golfers have a choice of laying up before the water or attacking it and driving the ball over the hazard.
Tering Bay might appear easy, but the Norman design catches most golfers off guard. Course conditions vary through the year and greens are kept on the relatively slow side to accommodate golfers of all skill levels.

The Tering Bay clubhouse is ordinary and could do with some renovations. Golf facilities include a pro shop, grass driving range, putting green, and golf academy. Besides golf, full sauna and massage facilities are available, international dishes are served up at the restaurant, and there are a few chalets on-site for those wishing to stay at the course. Several other 4-star resorts and excellent local seafood restaurants are in the area just outside the course as well.

Tering Bay is one of the most reasonably priced Batam golf courses. Low cost, together with the convenient location close to the ferry terminal make Tering Bay popular with Singapore golfers coming over for day trips.