The Bonanza Golf Club was designed by Peter Matkovich, a prominent golf course architect known for creating courses that harmonize with their natural environment while offering strategic challenges. Matkovich’s designs are celebrated for their aesthetic appeal and playability, catering to golfers of all skill levels.
The Bonanza Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course set within the tranquil and picturesque surroundings of Lusaka. The course features lush fairways, well-manicured greens, and a variety of water features and bunkers that add to its beauty and difficulty. Golfers can expect a meticulously maintained course that offers a blend of wide, forgiving fairways and tighter, more challenging holes. The layout is designed to provide a rewarding experience for both amateur and professional golfers, with each hole presenting a unique challenge.
Signature Holes
Hole 5 – Par 3: This hole is known for its picturesque setting and challenging play. The green is guarded by a large water hazard in front and bunkers on either side, requiring an accurate tee shot to avoid the water and land safely on the green.
Hole 9 – Par 5: A long and demanding hole, the 9th features a dogleg right with water hazards and bunkers strategically placed along the fairway. The approach to the green is uphill and well-protected, making it a true test of strategy and skill.
Hole 18 – Par 4: The finishing hole is a dramatic par 4 that plays towards the clubhouse. It features a narrow fairway lined with trees and bunkers, requiring precision off the tee. The green is elevated and protected by bunkers, providing a challenging and memorable end to the round.
Bonanza Golf Club hosts several prestigious tournaments throughout the year, attracting golfers from across the region and beyond. Membership at the club offers exclusive benefits, including priority tee times, access to members-only events, and opportunities to engage with a vibrant golfing community.
