Yucatán Country Club El Jaguar
Yucatán Country Club El Jaguar
Yucatán Country Club’s El Jaguar course is a masterpiece of Mayan heritage and modern design. Crafted by Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf and opened in 2008, it lies just outside Mérida, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Yucatán Peninsula. Built on land rich with archaeological remnants, El Jaguar integrates ancient stone ruins, tropical vegetation, and crystal-clear cenotes into its layout, creating a golf experience unlike anywhere else in Mexico.
The routing combines natural elevation with strategic shot values. Fairways meander through jungle clearings and limestone ridges, while greens are subtly contoured to test precision and imagination. Nicklaus used the terrain’s natural character to frame each hole, ensuring that every view feels grounded in history and artistry. The result is a course that plays as beautifully as it photographs, blending challenge, serenity, and cultural depth.
Cypress and Salt curates Yucatán escapes that connect golf, culture, and luxury. Guests enjoy stays at boutique haciendas or Mérida’s elegant hotels, curated dining inspired by regional flavors, and private tours of ancient Mayan sites such as Uxmal and Chichén Itzá. El Jaguar is golf elevated by time and tradition, where every swing carries the story of the land itself.
Course Stats
Par: 72
Yardage: 7,295 yards 6,675 m
Course Rating: 75.2
Slope Rating: 141
Designer: Jack Nicklaus Signature 2008
Type: Jungle Parkland Championship
Signature Holes: 5th par 3 overlooking Mayan ruins 14th par 4 through ancient stone walls 18th par 5 surrounded by tropical vegetation
Championships: Host of Latin America Amateur Championship and PGA Latin America events
Best Seasons to Play
November to April: Dry season pleasant weather premium course conditioning
May to June: Warm days fewer players lush surroundings
September to October: Quiet season golden light excellent value
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