A former tin mining site, Clearwater Sanctuary has won numerous awards for both its golf and its picturesque scenery. Clearwater Sanctuary encloses over 1,000 acres, comprising of forest, jungle, and lakes, in addition to its golf courses. Wildlife is a prominent feature at Clearwater Sanctuary. Monitor lizards can be seen scampering between water and the undergrowth, while monkeys may be spotted in the surrounding trees. Bird life is rife and on the rare occasion, otters may also be seen on the water’s edge. Designed by Tim Woolbank, from Australian Golf Management, Clearwater Sanctuary has a demanding and challenging course. This 27-hole golf resort has an idyllic backdrop of several large, lily-fringed lakes and these are the key ingredients that make Clearwater Sanctuary rank as one of Asia's best golf courses.