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Dye Fore sits on the highest ground on the property, beside the stone-built village of Altos de Chavón. From the fairways, golfers look out over the Chavón River gorge, the mountains beyond and the marina where the yachts are berthed. Seven holes run along cliff edges that drop as much as 300 feet to the river below, making this the most dramatic setting in Dominican golf.
Dye Fore's Signature Challenges
The Chavón nine is the showpiece, and its two par 3s are regularly ranked among the finest in the Caribbean. The third stretches to 232 yards from the back tees, demanding a long, committed carry with the ravine waiting for anything short. The sixth, at roughly 204 yards, plays with the river wrapped behind the green. Big elevation changes mean blind shots are part of the fun, so trust your caddie.
The Marina nine winds down toward the harbour, where wind is the real opponent. Its 495-yard par 4 is widely regarded as the nine's signature hole, a brute into the breeze that rewards a bold drive and punishes a timid one. For those teeing off later in the morning, you may even spot some Rhinoceros iguanas lazing around in the afternoon sun by the bunkers.
Friendly Rivalry, Serious Bragging Rights
Day one also launches the Challenge's side competitions. The Go Further Challenge goes to whoever best exploits the elevation of those cliffside tee boxes with the longest drive, while Fastest Swing rewards pure clubhead speed. Closest to the Pin should be a nerve-shredder on the ravine-crossing par 3s, and Smartest Play goes to the lowest score of the day on a chosen par 5, where course management counts for more than power.
With the first tee set high above the Chavón and the leaderboard wide open, the Lürssen Golf Challenge could hardly ask for a more spectacular start.
The Marina Casa de Campo is not just a Marina… it’s destiny… we have everything.
Fabricio Schettini