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Golf | Nuevo Vallarta

Course Description

  • Nayar Nuevo Vallarta
  • Nicklaus-Design course
  • PAR 70  
  • 6,736 Yards
  • Fairways BERMUDA 419
  • Greens CHAMPIONS

The Nicklaus-Design, Nayar Golf Course is located along the Ameca River bordering Jalisco and Nayarit. It features winding river views, and is surrounded by a lush jungle. Views encompass the Sierra Madre mountain range in the distance and the pristine Pacific Ocean in the foreground. Being that the course is a wildlife refuge, spotting iguanas will be part of the fun while you keep an eye on the crocodiles that sunbathe in the neighboring sanctuary.

This new course is destined to become one of the most spectacular in the world, fully equipped, and featuring optimal conditions, fit for the amateur and pro golfer alike.

The newly renovated Pro Shop promises something for everyone. Our Grand Luxxe staff is always smiling and friendly. Led by Managing Director of Vidanta Golf ,  former Golf Tour Professional, Jesus Torres. Nayar Golf Course is soon to be a stiff competitor among neighboring courses.

 

Services include:

  • Transportation to and from the Pro Shop
  • Valet Parking
  • Bag Storage
  • Pro Shop
  • Driving Range (open daily until 10:30 p.m.)
  • Shoe and Club Rental
  • Putting Green
  • Caddy Service
  • Jack Nicklaus Academy
  • Individual and Group Lessons
  • Short Game Area


Plan Your Golf Outing

 

Contact our Grand Luxxe Concierge to setup your golf outing during your next vacation.
Golf at Nuevo Vallarta

Hole by Hole

Hole
1

Short Par 4

Well protected fairway from the get go by a set of bunkers on the left hand side and lake on the right. Contemplate wind factors in order to remain on the small green’s fairway. This first challenge will test your putt.

Hole
2

First Par 3

A challenging mid to long iron depending on the crosswind, which is strongest around noon.

Distances
Black - 207
Blue - 184
White - 169
Red - 127

Hole
3

Long Par 4

Hitting the fairway off the tee is a must if you wish to part this hole. Missing the green on your second shot begs for a strong short game to save par.

Distances
Black - 466
Blue - 438
White - 414
Red - 332

Hole
4

Second Par 3

Parts of the lake lurks on the left hand side as you face the wind off this tee box. It’s best to club up to reach the green and avoid any additional shots.

Distances
Black - 177
Blue - 168
White - 154
Red - 91

Hole
5

First Par 5

Aim to set up for your second shot, where it is important to get around the lake on the left and avoid the large tree protecting the right side of the green for your third stroke. This could hurt your approach.

Distances
Black - 572
Blue - 549
White - 523
Red - 437

Hole
6

Second Long Par 4

Open fairway to a second shot that gets tricky due to the narrow green. Wind can be a factor here.

Distances
Black - 478
Blue - 386
White - 361
Red - 292

Hole
7

Second Par 5 of Three

Wide fairway where big hitters can go long. The second shot is protected by a lake on the right and bunkers on the left. Get some help from the wind and you could get there in two hits.

Distances
Black - 528
Blue - 518
White - 496
Red - 418

Hole
8

Par 4

A complex hole protected by bunkers left of the fairway and a parallel bunker protecting the green. You’ll need to check the height of your second shot to get over the tree

Distances
Black - 437
Blue - 429
White - 416
Red - 336

Hole
9

Par 3

A bunker-protected green that resembles the Nicklaus-design logo. The undulating green will test the player’s precision and creativity.

Distances
Black - 155
Blue - 145
White - 130
Red - 103

Hole
10

Par 4

Not too much trouble surrounding this hole, but watch the wind on your second shot, it may carry your ball further than expected.

Distances
Black - 433
Blue - 423
White - 383
Red - 338

Hole
11

Long Par 3

The longest Par 3 on the course. A large, undulating green challenges players to save par.

Distances
Black - 236
Blue - 210
White - 189
Red - 147

Hole
12

Par 4

With desert on the right, try to steer left on the fairway off the tee; the wind may favor the right. A tough green due to its design challenges the approach.

Distances
Black - 448
Blue - 403
White - 372
Red - 290

Hole
13

Par 4

A spectacular Par 4, this hole is protected on the left hand side by the largest lake on the course and a desert on the right, making for a narrow fairway. A tough Par 4 in the afternoon when the wind is in your face.

Distances
Black - 426
Blue - 383
White - 372
Red - 336

Hole
14

Par 4

A short Par 4 wind at your back invites players to go for the green off the tee in the afternoon. The fairway is protected by a lake on the left and well placed bunkers on the right. Be careful because the green is deceptively tricky; this hole can be harder than it seems.

Distances
Black - 327
Blue - 310
White - 273
Red - 236

Hole
15

Par 4

A long Par 4 with a big fairway and a big green are forgiving.

Distances
Black - 452
Blue - 429
White - 380
Red - 333

Hole
16

Last Par 3

This hole is low and the wind blows left to right. Notice the two-level green.

Distances
Black - 161
Blue - 150
White - 122
Red - 97

Hole
17

Par 5

The only Par 5 on the turn; the open fairway begs for a shot between the bunkers on the left and the lake on the right that reaches up to the green. The green is firm as well as the smallest on the course.

Distances
Black - 526
Blue - 515
White - 438
Red - 402

Hole
18

Par 4

A beautiful hole to finish. A large lake on the right reaches all the way to the green and bunkers on the left, leading to the hole with crosswinds towards the lake. Watch for the long, narrow green; it falls off towards the back end, an example of the new generation Nicklaus-design greens.