The Punta Mita community, at the tip of a peninsula jutting into the blue Pacific waters, was designed around 20 years ago as a golf haven with panoramic views. It now has two stunning palm-tree-lined championship-level golf courses. Anyone staying at the breathtaking St. Regis Punta Mita, a part of the community, has full access to the two stunning, diverse courses. Just connect with the concierge and reserve your perfect time to tee off.
Both courses, the Pacífico and Bahía, are designed by Jack Nicklaus, guaranteeing first-rate design. Though steps apart and mere moments from your stay at the St. Regis Punta Mita, each par 72 course has something distinctive from the other that makes them two of the most iconic courses in the world.
Pacífico Course
The Pacífico Course, an 18-hole course on 200 acres, was opened in 1999. The Pacífico is a joy to play, not only because of the computerized weather station, which ensures perfect ground humidity, but also because it boasts eight holes directly overlooking the Pacific Ocean or Banderas Bay. During whale-migration season, from November to March, it’s a joy to whale-watch while you tee off.
Natural vegetation surrounds the beautiful course of rolling hills, flora, and panoramic vistas, and the layout suits golfers from novices to elite champions. The Pacífico Course also has the only hole in the world with a natural island green — the optional (but highly recommended) par-3 extra hole. Known as The Tail of the Whale, golfers come from all over the globe to play on this natural rock outcropping covered a whale-tale shaped green and a hole on the beach. The hole can only be accessed by a golf cart at low tide, and is so difficult that many golfers exclude it from their handicaps. However challenging it may be, it provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Just a quick walk away is the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, where a grand infinity pool, fine dining, and plush, art-filled suites or villas with oceanfront views await. It’s the perfect place to rejuvenate before your next day of golf at the Bahía Course, whose rolling hills, lush forests, and long greens run directly alongside the resort.
Bahía Course
The Bahía Course is an 18-hole course opened in 2008 with breathtaking views at every turn. It has an undulating landscape, making it suitable for advanced players looking to improve stroke technique on variable terrain. With six holes directly on the ocean’s shores, this course will push you to focus and perfect your game amid stunning natural beauty.
Each hole varies in its challenges and obstacles, but one of the most challenging is the course’s signature 17th, a par-4 hole with a winding green directly along the coastline and a high risk of swinging into the ocean. The breathtaking coastal view of the nearby Marietas Islands will help put your mind at ease.
Stroll back to the St. Regis Punta Mita to relax or celebrate at The St. Regis Spa or take a dip in one of the resort’s three pools. For the best views, dive into Sea Breeze overlooking the white sands and crystal water of Riviera Nayarit beach. Worries about going over par seem insignificant in such a perfect setting.
If you love golf, a vacation at Punta Mita should be at the top of your bucket list. With two standout courses with shocking challenges and awe-inspiring views at every tee, unforgettable adventures await. You never know, you might make a hole-in-one on the infamous Tail of the Whale!
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