Bedugul, Bali — Handara Golf & Resort Bali has solidified its standing in the international golf tourism market after receiving two major environmental accolades in 2025. The resort was named Asia’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility by the World Golf Awards and Best Sustainable Golf Resort, Indonesia, marking a significant milestone for the region’s mountain-based tourism.

These awards distinguish Handara as one of a select group of Asian destinations recognized for balancing championship-level play with high-impact environmental preservation. For international tour operators and travel planners, these credentials provide a verified standard for clients increasingly seeking responsible, low-impact luxury.

Sustainability at Handara is an operational reality rather than a passive initiative. Management practices focus on maintaining world-class playing conditions through climate-specific turf care and water efficiency, ensuring the course thrives within the delicate ecosystem of the Bedugul caldera. This technical approach allows for consistent performance while strictly minimizing the resort's environmental footprint.

“In a landscape as unique as the mountains of Bedugul, sustainability is not a trend—it is an operational necessity,” said Shan Ramdas, General Manager of Handara Golf & Resort Bali. “These awards recognize our team’s efforts to treat the course as an extension of the forest. We are proving that a traditional destination can meet modern environmental benchmarks without compromising the integrity of the game.”

Beyond the greens, Handara’s philosophy emphasizes destination resilience. By prioritizing local employment and supporting regional conservation, the resort ensures that golf tourism actively maintains the ecological and cultural character of the area.

As sustainability becomes a decisive factor for the Asia-Pacific and European markets, Handara’s dual recognition offers a layer of reassurance for tour operators. For the modern traveler, environmental credentials now rank alongside course quality and service standards as a primary driver for long-haul golf itineraries. These awards confirm that Handara remains at the forefront of this industry shift, offering a rare confluence of heritage, quality, and environmental care.