Sri Lanka Army Golf Club
Tee off in the bracing mountain air of Diyatalawa, where historic British colonial garrison heritage meets rolling highland contours, pine woods, and panoramic hill country vistas.
Sri Lanka Army Golf Club
Nestled amidst the pine-forested hills of Diyatalawa at the Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA), the Army Golf Course—historically known as the Polo Grounds—is one of the oldest and most charming hillside golfing retreats in the country. Playing under cool mountain breezes and misty peaks, the course offers testing natural contours, tree corridors, and classic highland tranquility.
Why Play at Sri Lanka Army Golf Club
Discover an authentic highland round combining refreshing cool breezes, military history, and serene scenic beauty.
Cool Hill Country Climate
Enjoy golf in fresh, invigorating temperatures between 16°C – 22°C, set against fragrant pine forests and rolling tea-carpeted mountain slopes.
Natural Highland Contours
Navigate undulating natural fairways that test club selection, elevation judgment, and precision approach play over hilly terrain.
Historic Garrison Tradition
Immerse yourself in Diyatalawa's century-old military academy heritage, warm hospitality, and traditional Ceylon refreshments.
Clubhouse & Hill Country Activities
Click on any activity to view detailed amenities and highland excursions.
Hike to the summit of Fox Hill, renowned for the Boer War memorial emblem and breathtaking 360-degree vistas across the Uva valley.
A short 25-minute drive brings you to Ella, where you can watch the iconic blue train traverse the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge and gaze down Ella Gap.
Visit Sir Thomas Lipton’s favorite lookout point in Haputale, taking in endless tea hills stretching across seven provinces on clear mornings.
Enjoy court sports at the SLMA sports complex, offering indoor badminton courts and outdoor hard tennis courts for friendly post-golf matches.
Explore Sri Lanka's most scenic cascades nearby, with crystal clear natural plunge pools and legendary cave folklore dating back to the Ramayana.
Unwind in the cozy wood-paneled officers' lounge with freshly brewed pure Ceylon highland tea, hearty club lunches, and cozy fireplace hospitality.
Course Layout & Strategic Holes
Explore the strategic elevation and contours of Diyatalawa's historic garrison fairway.
Hole 1 - The Polo Grounds Drive
A picturesque opening hole played from an elevated tee box overlooking the historic Polo Grounds. The drive must navigate natural downhill contours, setting up an accurate mid-iron approach into a firm green.
Hole 3 - The Pine Ridge
A scenic short hole playing across a shallow valley flanked by tall pine and eucalyptus trees. Mountain winds require sharp club selection to find the target green guarded by natural grassy hollows.
Hole 7 - The Highland Ridge
A testing par 5 tracking along a natural ridge line. Requires an accurate second shot to avoid sloping side-hill lies and position the ball cleanly for an approach into a sloping green.
Hole 9 - The Officers' Return
A rewarding final hole leading uphill toward the SLMA garrison clubhouse. A well-struck tee shot up the center leaves an uncomplicated pitch to an elevated green under the clubhouse gaze.
