Golf around Banderas Bay

Paradise Village Golf Course "El Tigre", described by many as one of the most challenging courses in Mexico and reviewed as one of the top 10 best golf courses of the country in 2008. The 7,239 yard, 18-hole masterpiece designed by Von Hagge, Smelek and Baril is a memorable experience from the moment you step into the Club, where you will have to pass an impressive archway designed to resemble a Mayan Temple and encounter a real Bengal Tiger living in his habitat.

Flamingos Golf Course, conventionally located between Puerto Vallarta and Punta de Mita, is one of the favorite golf courses in the area due to its spectacular design and unspoiled beautiful scenery. A 6,982 yard course covering more than 72 acres has 18 championship holes designed by Percy Clifford creator of some of Mexico´s top courses.

Marina Vallarta is an 18-hole course designed by the famous architect, Joe Finger. A marvelous mix of tropical ambience with unforgettable views of the Sierra Madre and the Pacific Ocean.  This Hacienda-style clubhouse hosts every year the International Pro AM, one of the largest golf tournaments in the world.

Vista Vallarta Club de Golf encompasses two 18-holes, Par 72 golf courses. First, a Jack Nicklaus signature design characterized by a breathtaking view of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay as it is located on the properties highest elevation, and a neighboring course designed by Tom Weiskopf taking golfers to extreme terrains with dense jungles, deep ravines and swift creeks.

In Riviera Nayarit, you can also find two semi-private golf courses, both intended mostly for hotel guests (depending on season).  Mayan Resorts Golf Nuevo Vallarta, designed by Jim Lipe and challenging players with seven lakes, a river and of course the ocean.

Four Seasons Golf Course Punta Mita, a unique design by Jack Nicklaus using a small island for one of the greens making it the only natural island green in the world.