Getting a round in …
There’s four fantastic 18 hole courses on the island, and visitors are often surprised by the standard of the greens here …
With almost year-round sunshine, and low rainfall, maintenance is of the highest priority and staff at all the courses are dedicated to keeping standards as high as possible with exciting golfing challenges expertly integrated into spectacular mountainous settings with panoramic views …
Pafos is the only district on the island able to offer four 18 hole golf courses, so it’s well worth a trip even if you left your irons at home (I said ‘irons’ Mavis, not iron!) … Vikla’s course near Limassol, with 18 holes playing off 15 tees, is enough to satisfy any golf deprivation pangs, and also offers a great day out if you’re not golfing inclined …
Here’s a quick caddies preview;
Aphrodite Hills
A spectacular golfing complex, situated 300mtrs above sea level close to Aphrodite’s Rock. A championship standard course, with a large and inviting clubhouse which closely resembles a 5 star hotel, this is the first integrated golf, leisure and real estate development in Cyprus. The course is par 71/70 and 6,232 metres in length, with an awesome 7th! All equipment is available to hire including the compulsory buggies,
Tel: +35725878614
Secret Valley
Set in a scenic valley with grand trees and natural rock formations in the rugged hillside around Petra tou Romiou, 18km east of Pafos and 49km west of Limassol. Playing to a par 71 and measuring 5,904 metres. All equipment is available to hire and bookings are required 24 hours in advance for a round (golf that is, not drinks!) Check out hole 13 if you dare, it’s a golfers nightmare!
Tel: +35799683900
Tsada Golf Course
Situated on the outskirts of Pafos on an altitude of 550 metres above sea level was founded in 1984 and is set in the grounds of a 12th century monastery. It has a welcoming clubhouse, tennis, swimming pool, golf academy with driving range and putting green. It plays to a par 72 and measures in at 6,060 metres.
Tel: +35726642774
Vikla Golf & Country Club
Challenging to the experienced yet forgiving to the beginner. The course is set in the most beautiful countryside just outside Limassol. Great for those of you who don’t want to travel far. An amazing price for a great day out, at only £15.00 for unlimited golf with no handicap certificate required and clubs and trolleys available for hire, this course should suit everyone. There are even lessons for beginners and they provide a bar and swimming pool, for the non golfers, to relax and enjoy. All you have to do is take pleasure in your round and give them a buzz from the 18th to get the round of drinks in!
Tel: +35725622894
Mobile Tel: +35799674218
