Golfers in Southeast Asia have a dramatic new destination to explore with the official completion of the Dhoho Surya Golf Course. Nestled in the foothills of the Gunung Liman Mountains, the project marks a successful collaboration between architects Curley-Wagner Golf Design and the construction management specialists at Flagstick.

Engineering Through the Elements

The project’s completion is a significant feat of engineering, given that the site endured over 4.2 meters of rain during a single 12-month construction window. To combat the tropical deluge, Flagstick implemented a massive sub-drainage operation.

• Infrastructure: Over 60,000 linear meters of "no-dig" Flat Pipe sub-drainage.
• Coverage: System installed across all greens, tees, and fairways.
• Result: Enhanced construction efficiency and "exceptional" year-round playing conditions.

"We always carefully select and recommend the best solutions for our clients," said Martin Moore, Flagstick Founder and President. "The course drains very well and playing conditions are proving to be exceptional as a result."

Dhoho Golf Club_Hole 9 (Brian Curley)

Landscape and Strategy

The course routing leverages the rugged Indonesian terrain to create a visually arresting and strategic experience. Key highlights of the design include:

• The Quarry Holes: An abandoned quarry provides a dramatic backdrop for the par-three 16th and a tempting, drivable par-four 17th.
• Natural Water Features: Designers utilized existing valleys to create meandering streams that interact directly with the course strategy.
• Sustainable Materials: Construction teams repurposed on-site rock to build intricate wall features throughout the property.

Gavin Reid, Vice President and Partner at Flagstick, noted the difficulty of the build: "The project presented many challenges from its rocky terrain with quite extreme elevation changes requiring careful construction to preserve and enhance natural features wherever possible."

Premium Turf Selection

To ensure a high-quality surface in a high-moisture environment, Sports Turf Solutions (STS) provided specialized Zoysia grasses. The fairways feature Zeon Zoysia, known for providing "firm and fast" conditions, while the undulating greens have been planted with Primo Zoysia.

The result is a course that offers wide, forgiving fairways paired with complex green complexes, providing a fair yet firm test for golfers of all skill levels.