Golf Courses
Golf is increasingly becoming a way of life in Puerto Vallarta, where enthusiasts
will find two very challenging public courses.
The Marina Vallarta Golf Club is a Par 71, 18-hole championship course
designed by renowned course architect, Joe Fingers. Its magnificent views
of Banderas Bay, abundant wildlife, and natural obstacles (such as waterfalls,
palms and natural lagoons) have made it increasingly popular in the last few
years. It has twice been the site of the Governor's Cup Pro/Am Tournament,
as well as other important golfing events. The facilities include a driving
range, putting green, golf lessons, golf shop and full-service clubhouse.
The golf course is part of the luxurious Marina Vallarta hotel and condominium
complex, and is only a short walk from such hotels as the Westin Regina, Melia
Puerto Vallarta, Marriott Casa Magna, and Velas Vallarta Grand Suite.
The Flamingos Golf Club offers a Par 72 championship course designed
by Percy Clifford. Located in the north part of the bay, about eight miles
north of the airport, this picturesque course offers a wide array of facilities,
including a driving range, putting green, snack bar, golf lessons and tennis
courts. Visitors will also find a handsome stucco clubhouse, and a pro-shop
overlooking rolling hills that fade toward the ocean. Reservations for tee
times are not accepted, they are on a first come-first serve system
