Golf in Cyprus
Cyprus has long been seen as a great destination for Cyprus golf holidays for professionals and amateurs, where they can all enjoy the warm climate, beautiful beaches and stunning scenery, scattered with ancient monuments. Its not really been seen as a major golfing destination, but things are beginning to change! There are now some superb golf courses close to Paphos, situated in the south west of the island and we are sure you will enjoy them.
Anyone wishing to play golf in Cyprus will have an experience that you will wish to enjoy time and time again. With its warm climate, especially in the winter months, fabulous scenery, great food and superb wines, something which the God of wines, Dionysos, would appreciate himself, and its welcoming people you will not fail to have a great trip experience.
Secret Valley Golf Club
The Secret Valley Golf Course, is a highly prestigious golf course located by the renowned area of "Petra tou Romiou", the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love. It is set in a scenic valley surrounded by mature trees and beautiful natural rock formations. Consistently appearing as the preferred course amongst the island's visiting players in terms of sheer playability and enjoyment
Located 18 km east of Paphos and 49 km west from Limassol, near to the rock of Aphrodite.
On the highway Paphos-Limassol or Limassol-Paphos you will find big signs where to exit. From there the signs will lead you to the Secret Valley Golf Course. From the Highway exit it is a drive of about 3 km into the valley.
The nearest village is Kouklia
Tel: + 357 26 27 4000 e-mail: secretvalley@spidernet.com.cy
Fax: + 357 26 27 4001
Tersefanou Golf and Country Club
In addition to the other wonderful courses on Cyprus, a further golf course is planned at Tersefanou, which is a village just outside Larnaca.
Scheduled for completion in 2010, the golf course at Tersefanou Golf & Country Club is expected to be PGA approved and will boast a five-star hotel and spa facilities. There will also be luxury villas and apartments built on and around the course.
Since the announcement of the Tersefanou golf course, several new developments have sprung up around Tersefanou and the area of the golf course. This has also had an effect on other villages in the locality, such as Kiti, Mazatos and Pavolia, which are all seeing an increase in the building of villas and apartments to accommodate the expected influx of golfers and holiday makers to Cyprus.
Aphrodite Hills Golf
All Year Round Golf at Aphrodite Hills
The first ever leisure and golf development of its kind in Cyprus, Aphrodite Hills Resort is home to a magnificent 18-hole championship golf course, spreading over 6,299 metres and overlooking the site where Aphrodite, the goddess of love, is said to have emerged from the sea. The golf course also has a dedicated 3-hole Golf Academy and magnificent Clubhouse.
This award-winning golf course was officially opened in 2002 and was designed by the acclaimed architect, Cabell Robinson. Robinson believes Aphrodite Hills to be the perfect mix of challenging pot bunkers, manicured fairways of lush Bermuda grass and generous tiered greens. Visually spectacular, the course expands through indigenous olive and carob trees and is built on two plateaux separated by a dramatic ravine with outstanding views over the Mediterranean. A 130 metre gorge dividing tees at the par 3, the 7th hole is the perfect opportunity to put your skills to the test.
Beginners and experienced players of all abilities are encouraged to learn and improve their game at the Aphrodite Hills 3-hole Golf Academy, where a team of resident PGA qualified golf professionals equipped with a 'full video swing analysis system' can provide the very best one-on-one tuition.
With a large, double-ended driving range, a short game area with a large pitching and chipping green and a 3-hole Academy course, Aphrodite Hills Golf provides the perfect environment for learning golf before progressing to the full course.
Minthis Hills Golf Club
Minthis Hills Golf Club can lay claim to being the first grass golf course built in Cyprus. Completed in 1994, it is located 20 minutes from Paphos and is elevated 550m above sea level, ensuring a calming cool breeze during the warm summer months.
This 18 hole golf course, designed by Donald Steel, blends effortlessly into its natural surroundings. The fairways, lined with numerous fruit trees and grape vines, mostly have uphill, downhill or side hill slopes. The golf course measures 6,060m, plays to a par 72 and accommodates players of all abilities.
The facilities at the clubhouse include a restaurant, bar, ladies and gents changing rooms equipped with showers, an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, a driving range, putting green and pitching and chipping area. The pro shop offers clients other facilities such as golfing accessories, a boutique, electrically powered golf carts and trolleys, and there is help at hand in the form of tuition and guidance for those who feel they need it, given by a PGA professional.
Vikla Golf & Country Club
The Vikla Golf and Country Club was founded in 1992, designed by Robin Houry. It is situated near the village of Vikla in Cyprus, close to Larnaca and a 20km drive from Limassol. For €34 you can play all day, and this price includes club hire, balls, tees and water.
This golf club is one of the more relaxed in Cyprus and prides itself on customer service; the dress code here is casual and a handicap certificate is not required.
The clubhouse at the Vikla Golf and Country Club has an excellent standard of drinks and bar snacks to offer at affordable prices, and, for those who are not golfers, there is a swimming pool and outside terrace overlooking the green to enjoy. The pro shop has clubs and trolleys available to hire and an excellent selection of golfing equipment for sale.