Kauri Cliffs

New Zealand · 18 holes · Par 72 · Designed by {"primary":"David Harman","year":2000,"notes":"Harman's design takes full advantage of dramatic clifftop setting"} · Est. 2000

Independently reviewed
Updated Apr 2026
Green Fee
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Holes
18
Par
72

Overview

Kauri Cliffs golf course review

Signature Holes

0

Clifftop par 3 with pink beach 150 feet below and Cavalli Islands backdrop

1

Dramatic ocean-side hole

2

Risk-reward clifftop finishing stretch

Pros & Cons

✓ The Good

  • 15 holes with stunning Pacific Ocean views
  • Luxurious lodge with exceptional service and amenities
  • Less extreme/more playable than Cape Kidnappers
  • Beautiful Bay of Islands region to explore
  • Three private pink sand beaches
  • More cart-friendly than Cape Kidnappers

✗ The Challenges

  • Very expensive (lodge NZD 3,000-6,000+/night)
  • Remote Northland location (3.5 hours from Auckland)
  • Limited access for non-resort guests
  • Smaller regional airport requires connections
  • Wind can affect play significantly
  • High-end resort may feel formal for some