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This “must-play” Von Hagge par 72 course is 7239 yards long but has 5 different tee boxes to make all skill levels happy.  Perfectly maintained turf and friendly staff compliment the extra wide fairways, massive “beach” bunkers and 12 holes with water in play.  Hole # 6 is a dramatic par 3 with an island green that demands a strong, accurate tee shot.  Twilight starts after 2pm. Callaway club rentals $45, rental shoes $15, and pro lessons [$40/hour] available at the clubhouse.

Can you tame EL TIGRE? Puerto Vallarta is quickly becoming synonymous with world-class golf, and Paradise Village's EL TIGRE golf course has just raised the standard with its new upscale golf facilities and exclusive country club.

"Create the most exciting championship golf course in Mexico, was the challenge given to the team of Von Hagge, Smelek and Baril, designers of over 200 of the world's finest golf courses. The result : a 7,239 yard masterpiece. The memorable experience begins upon arrival at the Club, as golfers pass through an impressive stone archway resembling a Mayan temple, beside which a real Bengal tiger lives securely in his habitat. Further in, the 45,000 sq. ft. clubhouse sits perched in the heart of EL TIGRE offering spectacular views in all directions.

The EL TIGRE golf courses itself has been lightheartedly described as one of the most challenging in Mexico, yet the course overall is considered forgiving even by less experienced golfers. Come play a course unlike any you have played before. Make EL TIGRE yet another reason to stay a week, a month or a lifetime at Paradise Village Puerto Vallarta!

   

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