Golf Courses Private destination
Rank 08
Tara Iti Golf Club
Doak’s dreamy New Zealand dunes private—Golf Digest World No. 7 and the modern coastal club wealthy travelers most want an invite to.
Why it is here
Golf Digest World’s 100 Greatest 2026–27 places Tara Iti seventh worldwide. Golfweek Best 2026 International ranks it No. 7 outside the U.S. (avg 8.54). GOLF Magazine World Top 100 2025–26 has Tara Iti at No. 19; GOLF.com notes it as the next-highest modern after Sand Hills in an earlier cycle commentary.
Who it is for
Members and invited guests combining North Island dunes golf with Te Arai resort play nearby.
Sources
- World's 100 Greatest Courses: 2026-2027Tara Iti ranked seventh in the world.
- Top 100 international courses outside U.S.Golfweek Best 2026 International No. 7: Tara Iti (avg 8.54).
- Golf Magazine Top 100 World (2025-26)Tara Iti ranked No. 19 worldwide on GOLF Mag’s list.
