Luxury Golf & Travel To New Zealand
Luxury Golf & Travel To New Zealand
There’s a quiet stretch of rolling land in New Lynn, just 20 minutes from Auckland’s city center, where golf history and design brilliance come together. This is Titirangi Golf Course. The only course in New Zealand designed by the legendary Dr. Alister MacKenzie, the same man behind Augusta National and Royal Melbourne. For golfers who appreciate classic design and strategic shotmaking, Titirangi is an absolute must-play.
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Titirangi opened in 1909, but its true character emerged in the 1920s when MacKenzie was brought in to redesign it. His vision was clear from the start: create a course that rewards thinking players rather than simply long hitters. The result is a layout where subtle green contours, thoughtful bunkering, and natural movement of the land come together in a way that still feels fresh today.
This is not a course you overpower. It is a course you navigate. Every hole asks a question, and MacKenzie makes sure there is more than one way to answer.
Titirangi plays as a par 71 at just over 6,500 yards, but do not let the scorecard fool you. Precision off the tee is vital, and approach shots must be placed on the correct side of quick, sloping greens. The routing moves smoothly through native bush and rolling terrain, giving each hole its distinct personality.
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What makes Titirangi so memorable is its flexibility. High-handicap players can take conservative routes and still enjoy the challenge. Low-handicap players will find opportunities to be bold, but those risks must be calculated carefully. The greens are lively and full of subtle movement, and what looks like a straightforward birdie putt can quickly turn into a knee-knocking 2 putt.
This balance of beauty, strategy, and shot variety is the reason MacKenzie’s courses have stood the test of time.
Off the course, the club has everything you would expect from one of Auckland’s premier golfing venues. The clubhouse offers a comfortable spot to relax with a drink after your round, and practice areas allow you to fine-tune your putting and short game before you head out.
And because of its location, Titirangi fits seamlessly into any Auckland golf itinerary. One day you are walking a world-class MacKenzie layout, the next you could be exploring vibrant restaurants, visiting boutique wineries, or taking a coastal drive to one of New Zealand’s spectacular west coast beaches.
Titirangi is more than a round of golf. It is a rare opportunity to experience the work of one of golf’s greatest minds, right in the gateway city of New Zealand. We design tailored golf itineraries that combine iconic courses like Titirangi with the country’s hidden gems. From arranging tee times and transportation to securing luxury accommodation and curating sightseeing, every detail is handled so you can simply focus on your game.
Ready to play Titirangi? Contact us today to start planning your Auckland golf getaway.
