Tenerife Courses
Real Club de Golf Tenerife
Inaugurated way back
in 1932, Real Club de Golf Tenerife is the second oldest course in the Canary
Islands and has a very English feel, with well established trees, rolling
fairways and deep cliffs. It's set 600m above sea level and the front 9 in
particular offer spectacular views. The course is located in the north of
the island 90 minutes drive from our hotels but is well worth the trip. Buggies
recommended.
Designer: A Alberto/A Lucena/J Laynez/A Yanes
Par: 72
Length: 6325 yards
Green fees on request
Golf del Sur Golf del Sur is an absolute must
for the discerning golfer. It consists of three loops of 9 holes running close
to the sea, which can be played in any combination. There are large lush greens
and the wide fairways are dotted with black sand bunkers, palm trees and giant
cacti. The course has hosted several PGA European Tour events, with victories
by Jose Maria Olazabal, Mark James and David Gilford. If you want to follow
in their footsteps, make sure you play straight on the North loop's impressive
3rd hole, which is framed by water and a gaping black bunker.
Designer: Pepe Gancedo
North/South: Par 72; Length 6422 yards
North/Links: Par 72; Length 6002 yards
Links/South: Par 71; Length 6050 yards
Green fees Nov 07 - Sept 08: November - April £56; May - September £38
Amarilla Golf This well-designed Donald
Steel course hosted the Volvo Tenerife Open in 1990 and provides a stern challenge
for high and low handicap golfers alike as it sweeps down to the coast and
back again, offering wonderful ocean, mountain and countryside views. The
layout makes good use of the natural contours and includes some daunting shots
over rocky inlets. The most impressive hole is the 5th where you must hit
over the sea to reach the green. Highly recommended.
Designer: Donald Steel
Par: 72
Length: 6684 yards
Green fees Nov 07 - Sept 08: November - April £55; May - September £42
Golf Las Americas Golf las Americas is
situated in a gently sloping natural amphitheatre with commanding views towards
the sea and Playa De Las Americas. It's sheltered from the wind by a range
of hills and features streams, ravines and the remains of some curious aboriginal
cabins. The course provides a good test of golf, with water coming into play
on no less than 8 holes. A little expensive compared to what's on offer elsewhere
on the island, but definitely worth a visit.
Designer: John Jacobs
Par: 72
Length: 6640 yards
Green fees Nov 07 - Oct 08: November - 21 December, 5 January - April £66; 22 December - 4 January & October £69; May - September: £47
Golf Costa Adeje The design of Golf Costa
Adeje makes excellent use of the natural terrain of the area. The course is
crossed at intervals by the step-like stone walls of a former banana plantation.
There are spectacular views over the island of La Gomera, the sea and the
mountain range of Adeje. The greens are generally large and the course is
characterised by several doglegs. Interestingly, it has equal numbers of par
3s, par 4s and par 5s. This was the venue for the 2003 Spanish Open and is
a top class layout in a lovely location. Highly recommended.
Designer: Pepe Gancedo
Par: 72
Length: 6960 yards
Green fees Nov 07 - Oct 08: November - April £59; May - September £38
Buenavista A drive to the North West tip of
the island is required to reach Buenavista, but don't let it put you off -
the drive itself is breathtaking and the course is a stunning new Seve Ballesteros
design. Interestingly, it has equal numbers of par 3s, par 4s and par 5s.
There are lots of strategically placed sand and water hazards to negotiate
and the par 3s are particularly memorable. The course is located very near
the sea so on some of the holes it feels like you're actually hitting into
the ocean! A great course with some great views.
Designer: Seve Ballesteros
Par: 72
Length: 6845 yards
Green fees Nov 07 - Oct 08: November - April £56; May - September £39
Abama Set amongst 25,000 trees and tropical palms, the Abama golf course was designed by Dave Thomas. This 18-hole, par-72 layout is winding, tactical and boasts no fewer than 22 lakes, as well as immense greens. Although only open a few months it has already attracted some rave reviews, and has already hosted the European Tour. This course is only pre-bookable for residents of the Abama Resort.
Designer: Dave Thomas
Par: 72
Length: 5800 mts
Abama Hotel Residents Green fees Nov 07 - Oct 08 (including shared buggy): £71
Tecina Golf New to Longshot for the 05/06 season, Tecina Golf, opened in 2003 will suprise you for it's scenery. Bathed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the course is located in the south of the island of La Gomera, in a small fishing village called Playa Santiago. The course takes advantage of all the characteristics that the stunning surroundings afford it, none more so than the impressive ocean views. This 18-hole, par-71 course is sure to prove quite demanding, and will provide a unique experience.
Designer: Donald Steel
Par: 71
Length: 6205 mts
Fairways: Bemuda 419
Greens: Bent Grass L-93
Green fees Nov 07 - Apr 08 (including ferry crossing): £94