Golf in Guatemala

PACKAGES

Guatemala GOLF

When you are thinking of golf destinations, Guatemala may not be the first that comes to mind.

For a population of about 14 million living in a country roughly the size of Tennessee, golf remains largely an elitist sport, but that is starting to change. The country is home to five courses and to date has comfortably accommodated the country’s two thousand or so active players. La Reunion Antigua

The most recent addition to this stable of International courses is La Reunion located just 11 miles outside the old capital and world heritage site of Antigua.

The course is based within the 1380—acres of a former coffee plantation and in the shadows of four towering volcanoes—Agua, Fuego, Acatenango, and Pacaya. It has been appropriately named “Fuego Maya” or Mayan Fire – and was designed by renowned course architect Pete Dye. The course is relatively long, although even an average golfer should be able to complete the round in under 4 hours. Golf Guatemala

Although lacking the links (excuse pun) to the Royal & Ancient, there are indigenous links to the ancient Mayan calendar, which consists of 20 months of 18 days each. The final 5 days of the lunar calendar are then consumed by “Wayeb” which is held as a sacred time for relaxation and contemplation for the coming journey or the following calendar – much as the golfers’ consider their return to the challenges of the course or their next tee time.

Despite its only now emerging golfing population, Guatemala is starting to display its talents on the International golf scene – the country recently qualifying for the first time ever in an International event with the success of two budding stars Pablo Acuña and Alejandro Villavicencio who will represent the country at the Omega Mission Hills World Cup to be held in China November 27-30 which has a prize of $5.5 million.

If you want to try your hand on this remarkable course perhaps as an “off” day from fishing in Guatemala, The GreatSailfishing Company is pleased to arrange tee times for you – and even has a selection of golf sets for you to choose from (it can be difficult to rent clubs in Guatemala), just ask and we will be happy to accommodate you !

The courses are laid out to perfection and meet worldwide standards. Narrow fairways lined with pine trees, water obstacles around every bend and rolling volcanic terrain all add to the excitement, difficulty and adventure of playing golf in Guatemala.

We can organize day outing for you. Inquire for pricing and availability

The Clubs
We offer to you the possibility of playing on three of the most beautiful Private golf course of Guatemala City. We have purchased six complete sets of golf clubs for our clients enjoyment because being private clubs, some do NOT rent clubs.

NEW !!! La Reunion Golf Resort in Antigua
IThe course is based within the 1380—acres of a former coffee plantation and in the shadows of four towering volcanoes—Agua, Fuego, Acatenango, and Pacaya. It has been appropriately named “Fuego Maya” or Mayan Fire – and was designed by renowned course architect Pete Dye. The course is relatively long, although even an average golfer should be able to complete the round in under 4hrs. LaReunionLareunion2
LaReunion is only 11 miles outside the old capital and world heritage site of Antigua, and can be enjoyed as a day trip when fishing at the coast.

La Hacienda
It offers the largest installation to play and socialized: 18 holes Golf course, par 72 and a -total of 7.102 yards, 9 tennis courses. 2 squash courses, a pool, bar and restaurants.

Maya Golf Course
The only Golf Course that has a hotel service, the 18 holes golf course of 7092 yards from the professional tee box offers also pool, restaurant and bar.

San Isidro Golf Club
Is perhaps the most modern of the courses, it measures 6640 yards, is the highest course at approximately 4,800 feet above sea level, has the most dramatic elevation changes, and features beautiful natural views of the mountainous area.

PACKAGE PRICING

3 Days Fishing, 1 day Golf with Caddie/ Cart/ clubs, 5 nights
Day 1: Arrive Guatemala City. Transfer to The Villas del Pacifico Beach-side Resort or private villa.
Days 2, 3: and 4: Sportfishing - Fly or conventional
Day 5: Golf - Play 18 holes at The Mayan Golf Club or The La Hacienda then transfer to the Real Intercontinental Hotel in Guatemala City for your last night stay.
Day 6: Depart for home.

4 pax: $2750 per person
3 pax: $3295 per person
2 pax: $4250 per person

2 Days Fishing, 2 days Golf with Caddie/ Cart/ clubs, 5 nights
Day 1: Arrive Guatemala City. Transfer to the Villas del Pacifico Beach-side Resort or private villa.
Day 2 & 3: Sportfishing - Fly or conventional
Day 4: Golf - Play 18 holes at The Mayan Golf Club or La Reunion. Then transfer to the Real Intercontinental.
Day 5: Golf - Play 18 holes at La Hacienda or San Isidro. Return to the Real Intercontinental for last night stay.
Day 6: Depart for home.

4 pax: $2369 per person
3 pax: $2938 per person
2 pax: $3119 per person