Karori Golf Club
Course at a glance
Karori Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Makara, Wellington. From the Blue tees, Karori Golf Club plays to 6,110 yards at par 70. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,027 to 6,110 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.4, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 53% of rated golf courses in Wellington. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Karori Golf Club.
About Karori Golf Club
Karori Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Makara, Wellington.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,110 yards with a par of 70. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.4.
Walking is permitted.
Karori Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 129, putting it in the upper half of courses in Wellington for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,027 to 6,110 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
70
Length
6,110
Slope
127
Rating
70.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
129
This Course
125
WGN Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 18 rated courses in Wellington
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 127 | 70.4 | 355 | 184 | 346 | 206 | 380 | 132 | 501 | 374 | 437 | 2915 | 375 | 322 | 348 | 190 | 437 | 472 | 343 | 332 | 376 | 3195 | 6,110 |
White | 123 | 69.2 | 344 | 168 | 336 | 184 | 369 | 137 | 446 | 358 | 437 | 2779 | 369 | 311 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 472 | 343 | 324 | 354 | 3051 | 5,830 |
White | 129 | 74.8 | 344 | 168 | 336 | 184 | 369 | 137 | 446 | 358 | 437 | 2779 | 369 | 311 | 282 | 159 | 437 | 472 | 343 | 324 | 354 | 3051 | 5,830 |
Red | 123 | 67.2 | 321 | 168 | 336 | 168 | 369 | 124 | 388 | 358 | 437 | 2669 | 335 | 308 | 276 | 148 | 353 | 436 | 310 | 316 | 337 | 2819 | 5,488 |
Red | 125 | 73.0 | 321 | 168 | 336 | 168 | 369 | 124 | 388 | 358 | 437 | 2669 | 335 | 308 | 276 | 148 | 353 | 436 | 310 | 316 | 337 | 2819 | 5,488 |
Yellow | 117 | 66.2 | 321 | 145 | 273 | 168 | 326 | 124 | 388 | 285 | 437 | 2467 | 335 | 308 | 276 | 148 | 353 | 435 | 275 | 316 | 337 | 2783 | 5,250 |
Yellow | 122 | 71.3 | 321 | 145 | 273 | 168 | 326 | 124 | 388 | 285 | 437 | 2467 | 335 | 308 | 276 | 148 | 353 | 435 | 275 | 316 | 337 | 2783 | 5,250 |
Purple | 99 | 60.5 | 223 | 110 | 199 | 147 | 234 | 117 | 382 | 189 | 342 | 1943 | 250 | 194 | 224 | 92 | 353 | 340 | 192 | 224 | 215 | 2084 | 4,027 |
Purple | 102 | 63.8 | 223 | 110 | 199 | 147 | 234 | 117 | 382 | 189 | 342 | 1943 | 250 | 194 | 224 | 92 | 353 | 340 | 192 | 224 | 215 | 2084 | 4,027 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Karori Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,110 | 127 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,830 | 123 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,830 | 129 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,488 | 123 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,488 | 125 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,250 | 117 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,250 | 122 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Purple | 4,027 | 99 | 60.5 | 25+ |
Purple | 4,027 | 102 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Karori Golf Club
Karori Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Karori Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many holes does Karori Golf Club have?expand_more
Karori Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Karori Golf Club plays to 5,830 yards (par 70). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,027 to 6,110 yards.
What is the slope rating at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Karori Golf Club have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Karori Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Karori Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 04 476 7337 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Karori Golf Club offer?expand_more
Karori Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Karori Golf Club located?expand_more
Karori Golf Club is located at 280 SOUTH MAKARA ROAD in Makara, WGN. You can reach them at 04 476 7337.
What is the difficulty level at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
Karori Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 53% of golf courses in Wellington. The average slope rating in Wellington is 125. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
Karori Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,110 yards, slope 127) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Purple tees (4,027 yards, slope 102) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Karori Golf Club should play the Purple tees, which play 4,027 yards with a slope of 102. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 125, rating 73.0) at Karori Golf Club would have a course handicap of 20 and an expected score of approximately 90. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Karori Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Karori Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.