Why K-Caddies are Good for You⛳

"A uniquely Korean golf experience that might just spoil you for life."

In Korea, you don’t get to choose whether to have a caddie — you must.
Caddie + cart is mandatory at almost every course.
And it’s not cheap: the average caddie fee is around $120 (shared among four players).
So if you’re stuck with him or her, you might as well make the most of it.
Here’s why having a Korean caddie can actually be a huge advantage.

1) They Keep the Game Moving

• Korean courses run like clockwork. You can almost certainly finish your round in 5 hours.
• Caddies make sure your foursome finishes on time, keeping the group behind you happy.

2) They Handle Almost Everything for You

In Korea, caddies don’t just carry your bag — they’re your on-course assistant. They:

• Measure distances for every shot (they even read the wind for you)
• Recommend the right club and hand it to you
• Clean your clubs after each shot
• Fix divots and rake bunkers
• Keep track of your ball’s location and score

3) They Know the Course Inside Out

• Local greens, tricky slopes, hidden hazards — they’ve seen it all.
• Saves strokes (and frustration).

4) They Add to the Cultural Experience

• You’re not just golfing — you’re experiencing K-Golf service culture.
• Many visitors remember the caddie experience as much as the course itself.

Play a round with a K-caddie in Korea!

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🏌️ My Experience

I learned golf entirely in Korea, so I didn’t realize caddies were optional elsewhere.

On my first golf trip to Japan, I learned that I had no caddie — and it was chaos. 

Lost balls, forgotten clubs, and my banged up putter… I missed my K-caddie instantly.

That’s when I realized how much K-caddies had spoiled me,
and how many skills I still needed to master on my own.

If you’re visiting Korea, a caddie can make your round smoother, faster, and more memorable.
Sure, it’s not cheap — but it might just be worth every won.