Located on Mexico’s Pacific Coast in Bandera Bay, Puerto Vallarta enjoys a warm climate all year long. As a result, there are endless outdoor and water activities available no matter what time you visit. In addition, PV has beautiful beaches, excellent restaurants, art galleries, and a vibrant nightlife scene, too.
If you love golfing, you will be pleased to know that there are numerous world class golf courses as well. In terms of the best place to stay, contact us at the Villa Group Resorts. We are an award-winning resort provider with 3 luxurious properties located in and around Puerto Vallarta. Currently, we have all-inclusive travel packages on sale. In addition, we also have a genuine vacation club and Beachfront Rewards program that helps travelers make the most of their vacations.
In the meantime, keep reading below about the top 4 golf courses in Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit.
Vista Vallarta Golf Course
Firstly, the Vista Vallarta Golf Course is one of the longest-standing golf courses in the Puerto Vallarta area. There, you can find two 18-hole courses that were designed by the famed Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. The courses offer challenging and exciting golf experiences for visitors and residents alike.
The first course opened over 2 decades ago in April 2001 and is a signature design by Jack Nicklaus located on the property’s highest elevation so golfers have stunning views of Puerto Vallarta, the Marina, and Banderas Bay water.
Next, the second course is a signature design by Tom Weiskopf which opened on November 1, 2001, and features lush jungle greenery, deep ravines, and swift creeks. Both courses are great places to enjoy a game of golf while surrounded by natural beauty. After your game, you can also find onsite gourmet dining and a members only club for social activities.
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Marina Vallarta Golf Course
Secondly, another one of the top PV golf courses is the Marina Vallarta Golf Course. Conveniently located just a few minutes south of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, the exclusive golf course and country club features 18 holes of extraordinary golf with spectacular views.
The elegant hacienda-style clubhouse is also located just minutes away from the marina where you can find wonderful restaurants, bars, grocery, shops, and more. Each year, the Marina Vallarta Club de Golf hosts the International Pro AM which is one of the largest golf tournaments in the world. In terms of wildlife, there are large iguanas and many species of birds that inhabit the area as well as crocodiles so stay alert.
If you visit during the high season from November to April, there is a farmer’s market held on Thursday evenings in the marina which is a fun place to shop, eat, and explore.
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Club de Golf Los Flamingos
Next, the Club de Golf Los Flamingos is another top 18-hole course in the PV area. Located in the Nuevo Nayarit area of Banderas Bay, the Club de Golf Los Flamingos is minutes away from Villa Group Resorts including the Villa del Palmar Flamingos and Villa La Estancia. The 6,853-yard long par 72 championship course has orange, mango, and lemon trees throughout the greens.
The course has Bermuda grass in both fairways and greens as well as 9 water hazards and 43 bunkers that protect the approaches into its slightly fast greens. In addition, the Flamingos Golf course has a 230-yard long practice range and putting green facilities as well as 4 tee-off marks for both long and short-distance hitters.
Overall, the course is ideal for players of different skill levels, and pro golf course marshals are available for golfers who want personalized assistance with their game.
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Vidanta Golf Courses
Last but not least, the Vidanta Golf Course is a beautiful and challenging course that was designed by some of golf’s most famous names including Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. In addition to the Vidanta Vallarta course, there is another premier course known as the Nayar Course and a 10-hole, par-3 The Lakes Course.
There is also the all-new Vidanta Golf Academy, a beautiful new restaurant, and the longest golf cart suspension bridge in the world. In addition to amazing golf courses, they also have excellent training facilities as well as fine dining and lounge options, too.
Also, the PGA Tour Mexico Open has been held at the Vidanta Golf Course each spring since 2022. If you want to play with the best, book your tee time to check out the Vidanta Golf Course during your next visit to Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay.
We hope you enjoyed learning about some of the top golf courses in Banderas Bay. If you are ready to book a vacation to Puerto Vallarta or Riviera Nayarit to check out these amazing golf courses in person, contact us at Villa Group Resorts.
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