Several highly regarded golf courses are located within easy driving distance of Akumal, offering beautifully designed layouts set among jungle, mangroves, and Caribbean coastline.
The Riviera Maya Golf Club is the closest major course to Akumal and the most convenient golf outing from Lol Ka’naab. Designed to wind through jungle and natural limestone terrain, it offers a relaxed but high-quality golf experience within the Bahia Principe resort complex.
Puerto Aventuras Golf Club is a shorter and more relaxed course that works well for a casual round close to Akumal. The course winds through the marina community with water features, tropical landscaping, and a layout that is friendly for a wide range of skill levels.
El Camaleón is one of the Riviera Maya’s most prestigious golf courses and has hosted professional tournaments on the PGA Tour. The Greg Norman design moves through jungle, mangroves, canals, and a stretch of Caribbean coastline.
Located in the Playacar area of Playa del Carmen, this course is known for lush tropical landscaping, wide fairways, and a resort-style atmosphere. It is a polished golf outing that works well as part of a day exploring Playa del Carmen.
Gran Coyote offers a scenic Nick Price-designed course surrounded by jungle vegetation and natural terrain. The layout blends wide fairways with more strategic holes, making it enjoyable for both casual players and experienced golfers.
Vidanta Riviera Maya features a luxury resort golf experience surrounded by tropical jungle and landscaped water features. The Jack Nicklaus-designed course is known for its polished facilities and resort-level service.