Yucatan Peninsula – Mexico
Surrounded by the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, it is famous for its beautiful, sandy beaches, rich Mayan culture and many monuments. Among them is the pre-Columbian city of Chichén Itzá with the famous Pyramid of Kukulcan. Another treasure of Yucatan are the naturally deep pools carved into the rocks - cenotes. If we add delicious Mexican cuisine and friendly locals, it is one of the best places in the world to vacation and play golf. Hotels located in the seaside zone are mostly large 5* all-inclusive resorts with many amenities. It is worth adding that the best golf courses in Mexico are located, among others, in this part of the country.
Mayakoba – El Camaleon
Designed by Greg Norman, it is the first golf course not only in Latin America, but also the first - outside the USA and Canada - to host PGA Tour competitions (since 2007)!
The natural beauty of this course attracts golfers from all over the world. There were numerous cenotes here, once full of water, which, when filled in, formed bunkers several meters deep, including the most spectacular one in the central point of the fairway - hole no. 7.
It must be clearly stated that every hole is amazing and there is no hole that "just has to be played". Tropical jungle, mangrove forests, ubiquitous canals - this is the quintessence of this field. Additionally, the greens 4 and 15 offer a beautiful view of the sandy beaches and the Caribbean Sea. The course consists of three nines that can be played in any arrangement, which is a great variety for longer stays!
We recommend accommodation in one of the luxury hotels in our portfolio CARTER® right next to the golf course – Fairmont, Banyan Tree and Rosewood Mayakoba. Their location, quality of service and food, combined with the best golf conditions and Caribbean breeze, guarantee a successful holiday not only for players, but also for their families and friends! The best golf courses in Mexico, including El Camaleon, can be found in the famous town of Mayakoba.
Los Cabos, Baja California Peninsula in Western Mexico
Los Cabos - located on the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, has quickly become the best place to play golf in Mexico. This is quite surprising, considering that the first golf course in this region was built only in 1987. Since Jack Nicklaus appeared on the scene in the early 90s, Los Cabos has experienced a real golf boom. Four of the eighteen golf courses were among the top 100 courses in the world according to the prestigious Golf Digest ranking in 2018: Querencia, Quivira, The Dunes at Diamante and Ocean Course in Cabo del Sol.
Picturesquely situated, luxurious golf courses offer world-class golf and a wide range of opportunities for both professionals and amateurs of this sport. What all courses in Los Cabos have in common is an interesting mix of terrain and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean or Sea of Cortez. Some holes are located right next to the sandy beach at the foot of the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range, others enter the cactus-covered desert.
Palmilla Golf Club (Ocean, Mountain, Arroyo), Los Cabos on the Baja California Peninsula
27-hole golf course Palmilla Ocean, Palmilla Mountain and Arroyo designed by Jack Nicklaus is located in western Mexico. What attracts players is the fact that each nine is significantly different from the others.
Ocean - located in a desert, mountainous area, it is very demanding. The difference in levels between the first and sixth holes is as much as 200 meters! Several greens are literally on the beach next to the Sea of Cortez.
Palmilla Mountain and Arroyo – the pristine greens, framed by mountains and blue skies, carved into the canyon are amazing to see! From a bird's eye view, they literally look like a box, surrounded by steep, rocky peaks. Many holes are characterized by a large difference in the height of the tee and the greens, and here and there you have to overcome water obstacles, numerous bunkers and ravines. The field significantly favors precision over distance, because it is easy to lose the ball?
Golf Danzante Bay is the best golf course in the country, designed by Rees Jones, located on the eastern coast of the Baja California Peninsula. Its location makes for amazing views, and Rees Jones has brilliantly blended them into the surrounding nature. From valleys, to mountains, dunes and numerous hills, every hole is amazing. Most of them offer a beautiful view of the nearby Danzante Bay, the Sea of Cortez, the Loreto Islands and the Sierra de la Giganta mountain range.
11 holes run right next to the ocean, and 7 are located at the bottom of the canyon. Playing in such natural surroundings is the dream of many golfers, and each round here leaves great memories for many years.
Golf trips to Mexico and sightseeing tours
Playing golf in Mexico is pure pleasure. However, you don't have to limit yourself to one place. With a travel agency CARTER® you can explore both the eastern and western coasts of Mexico. It is also worth visiting the best golf courses in Mexico. These, in turn, can be found both on the Caribbean Sea on the Yucatan Peninsula, on the Baja California Peninsula, and in the Vallarta region. Punta Mita on the Riviera Nayarit is another place where it's definitely worth playing a few rounds surrounded by tropical scenery. Of particular note is the private Jack Nicklaus Signature Pacífico golf club at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. The creator of the field created unique conditions, taking advantage of the benefits of nature. You will find there, among others, the world's only overwater green on the Tail of The Whale course, located on a natural island. This hole can only be played during low ocean tides.
Author: Travel Agency CARTER®
