
Pacifico Course
Punta Mita Club de Golf
Public: #376
Public: #9
Public: #1

About this course
Pacifico, at Punta Mita, is home to the famed "Tail of the Whale," an optional par-3 seventh hole that rests on a natural island accessible only at low tide – a shot, and an experience, unique in the golfing world. The course, a modern resort design carved into the lush, undulating terrain of Mexico's Riviera Nayarit, offers generous fairways and strategically placed bunkers that reward thoughtful play rather than brute force. Pacifico generally favors a high ball hitter that can create soft landings on approach, with many risk-reward opportunities and doglegs that encourage aggressive lines. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, Pacifico blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. The Golden Bear expertly integrated the course with the existing flora and fauna, creating a visually stunning and ecologically sensitive design. While no major professional tournaments have been staged here, the course provides a stern test for amateurs and professionals alike and serves as a popular escape for avid golfers seeking a challenging yet beautiful golf experience. The charm of Pacifico extends beyond its design. It's the quintessential resort experience, the kind where post-round margaritas are practically mandatory. It caters to those seeking a relaxed, upscale golf vacation, a place where the Pacific Ocean provides the ultimate backdrop to a memorable round.
Quick facts
- Location
- Punta de Mita, Nayarit, MX
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Designer
- Jack Nicklaus
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Course Vaults score
- 8.0
Getting there
Most arrivals to Punta Mita Club de Golf route through Puerto Vallarta's Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), a sun-drenched gateway just forty-five minutes north along the Riviera Nayarit coastline. Private aviation finds its home at the same facility, where discreet FBO services expedite passage for those seeking a quieter arrival. The drive unfolds as a gradual shedding of the everyday - highway 200 hugs the Pacific before peeling inland through small villages and jungle-fringed roads, finally delivering you to the gated serenity of the peninsula where the club's twin Jack Nicklaus Signature courses await on dramatic bluffs above the sea.

FAQ
Common questions about Pacifico at Punta Mita Club de Golf
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Pacifico at Punta Mita Club de Golf has a Course Vaults score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 33 logged golfers.
Pacifico was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Yes. Pacifico at Punta Mita Club de Golf is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Pacifico is 72.
Pacifico is a 18-hole course.



