Hawaii Golf Vacations and Lanai Golf Courses
The smallest of the Hawaiian Islands, Lanai covers only 140 square miles, but it is 140 square miles of peaceful paradise. Lanai's two championship golf courses are among the world's finest with one making the "Top 10" list in Golf Digest. In addition to its prestigious courses, Lanai provides the quiet charm and incredible beauty that make it such an attractive destination for your Hawaii golf vacation.
- The Challenge at Manele – This breathtaking Hawaii golf course, designed by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, offers ocean views that are above and beyond any other Hawaii golf course. The course is perched high on the cliffs overlooking Hawaii's exquisite Hulopo'e Bay. The Challenge of Manele Golf Course more than lives up to its name.
Built on lava outcroppings, this outstanding Jack Nicklaus golf course features three cliff hanging holes where the Pacific Ocean serves as a water hazard. The five-tee concept challenges even the best golfers, whose tee shots over natural gorges and ravines must be precise. The ocean wind provides another challenge while it cools you on summer days. The pristine natural terrain with majestic ocean views on every hole add to the desirability of The Challenge at Manele.
- The Experience at Manele - Dubbed by Golf Magazine as one of the top ten resort courses in the world, this Hawaii golf course is situated 1,600 feet above sea level. It lies adjacent to the Lodge at Koele and winds through lush, cool canyons. Designed by golf legend Greg Norman and architect Ted Robinson, this championship golf course includes beautiful views of both the mountains, and the islands of Maui and Moloka'i.
The signature hole, Number 17, plays from a 250-foot elevated tee to a fairway bordered by a lake on one side and dense foliage on the other. The front nine winds through ravines wooded with pine, majestic koa and fragrant eucalyptus trees. Lakes, meandering streams, and cascading waterfalls add beauty and water hazards to the course. With its cooler climate, forested slopes, manicured bunkers and terraced water hazards, The Experience at Manele offers a unique contrast to The Challenge at Manele.
Lanai can be easily reached from Maui via charter boat, ferry, helicopter, or plane. So, if you're planning on some island hopping, check out the Hawaii golf course vacations on these islands:
- Kauai Golf Courses – On the Garden Isle, you will find the top rated golf course in Hawaii, as well as several other world-class golf courses and an abundance of natural beauty.
- Oahu Golf Courses – Hawaii's top tourist destination also plays host to many pro golf championships as well as a total of 30 golf courses and a plethora of activities for the family.
- Maui Golf Courses - Continuously voted the best island in Hawaii, Maui also ranks well on the golf scene with many of its golf courses ranking at or near the top in several categories.
- Big Island Golf Courses – This Hawaiian Island hosts "The World's Most Challenging Course," as well as one of the most unique golf course settings in the world. The Big Island is also home to the worldwide acclaimed Kohala and Kona Coast golf courses.
- Molokai Golf Courses – The "Friendly Island" is a true paradise where you will find a challenging par-72 golf course with one of the most beautiful views in all Hawaii.
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