Boracay Golf Courses: Book Tee Times & Explore the Island's Best Golf in 2026/2027

Boracay is one of the Philippines’ most internationally recognized island destinations, a four-kilometer stretch of white sand in Aklan province in the central Visayas that has been drawing beach tourists from across Asia since the 1980s. It does not have the volume of golf courses you find in Manila or Clark, but that is not really the point. The island has one course, Fairways and Bluewater Resort Golf and Country Club, and it is a genuinely good one: an 18-hole Graham Marsh design built in 1997 with tournament history, ocean views from the rolling back nine, and a full resort on site. According to the club’s listing on GolfLux, it has been voted one of the most luxurious golf resorts in the world by the Condé Nast Johansens guide.

The practical case for a Boracay golf trip is the combination, not the volume. You can play a morning round on a Marsh-designed course with sea views, be back at White Beach by noon, and spend the rest of the day doing whatever beach visitors do here: swimming, snorkeling, kitesurfing, or simply sitting at one of the bars along the sand. Boracay’s resort infrastructure is deep enough to keep non-golfing partners fully occupied for a week without ever needing to approach the course. That balance is the destination’s main appeal for international golf travelers.

Best golf courses in Boracay

There is one course on the island. The choice is straightforward.

1. Fairways and Bluewater Resort Golf and Country Club

Fairways and Bluewater Resort Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole, par 72 layout measuring 6,524 yards from the yellow tees with a slope of 130 and a course rating of 71.6, designed by Graham Marsh and built in 1997, located at Barangay Balabag on the island of Boracay in Aklan province according to the club. Multiple tee options are listed: the blue tees play 6,034 yards with a slope of 125, and the white tees at 5,678 yards with a slope of 122, giving golfers of different handicap levels meaningful flexibility in how they approach the round.

According to the club’s description, the front nine plays across relatively flat terrain with significant water hazard involvement, while the back nine rises into hillier ground with fewer hazards but more elevation change and broader views. That split in character between the two halves is unusual for a small island course and gives the round a genuine second-act quality.

The club has hosted both the Asia Golf Tour and the Johnnie Walker Tour according to the club’s historical records, giving it a competitive pedigree that supports its international reputation.

It suits golfers at all handicap levels given the multiple tee options, couples who want to base at the resort for the duration of their stay, and any international visitor whose primary trip goal is the beach but who wants at least one or two quality rounds built in.

Which course is better?

There is only one course, so the question shifts to how many rounds to plan. Most Boracay golf programs work best with two rounds across a four or five day stay, treating the first round as an orientation and the second as a more deliberate attempt at the layout. The back nine’s hillier terrain rewards familiarity with where the scoring opportunities are, and playing it twice is more useful than rushing off to a different destination after one round.

Best time to play golf in Boracay

Boracay’s weather follows the central Philippines seasonal pattern, which the Philippines Tourism Authority notes is influenced by two distinct monsoon systems. The island’s position in the central Visayas means it has a more complex seasonal character than a single-coast destination.

November to May is the primary dry season and the most reliable window for both golf and beach activity. Temperatures sit around 25 to 32 degrees Celsius with the island’s northeast-facing position sheltering it from the southwest monsoon during this period. December through February is peak tourism season, which means accommodation and tee time bookings at Fairways and Bluewater should be made well in advance. Early morning rounds before 8am are sensible year-round to avoid midday heat.

March to May is hot and dry, the most predictable weather window of the year. April is the warmest month, and early tee times matter more in this period. The sea is at its calmest on the eastern side of the island in these months, making water sports and boat trips more reliable.

June to October is the wet season, with the southwest monsoon bringing showers and stronger winds to the western-facing White Beach. Morning rounds remain playable during wet season across Philippine island destinations. Green fees and accommodation rates are lower, and the island is considerably less crowded. Golfers with flexible scheduling who prioritize value over guaranteed weather can find this a practical window.

Boracay golf holidays and package tours

Boracay works best as a three to five day stay-and-play island escape, either as a standalone Philippines trip or as the beach component at the end of a Manila or Clark golf program. Getting to the island requires a flight to Caticlan Airport (about one hour from Manila) followed by a short boat transfer to the island, which takes about 15 minutes. The total travel time from Manila is roughly two to three hours door to door.

The on-site resort accommodation at Fairways and Bluewater is the most convenient base for golfers, as it eliminates transfers entirely and puts you within walking distance of both the course and the beach. For travelers who prefer a wider range of White Beach accommodation options, staying in one of the main beach hotels and arranging a short tricycle or shuttle transfer to the course is a practical alternative.

A typical Boracay golf package covers resort or hotel accommodation, airport and boat transfers, tee times at Fairways and Bluewater for two or three rounds with caddie, and free time built around beach days and water activities. Because the island is small and transfers are straightforward, the logistical complexity of a Boracay golf trip is considerably lower than a multi-city Philippines program.

Practical package formats:

Fairways and Bluewater stay and play: 4 days 3 nights with two rounds at the resort, beach time, and water sports

5 days Manila and Boracay combined: two or three rounds at Manila-area courses followed by a flight to Caticlan and two rounds at Fairways and Bluewater

5 days Clark and Boracay combined: Clark’s volcanic terrain courses first, then fly to Boracay for the island finish

For couples, Boracay is one of the most naturally balanced golf and beach destinations in Southeast Asia. The non-golfing partner has a full independent program at White Beach, the resort facilities, and the island’s water sports operators while golf is happening, and the short round-to-beach transfer time means both halves of the day work without complicated logistics. Browse Boracay golf packages or create a custom Philippines itinerary that combines Boracay with Manila, Clark, or another Philippine destination.

Golf with Boracay’s White Beach and island activities

White Beach is Boracay’s main draw and one of the most photographed beaches in the Philippines. The Philippines Tourism Authority notes it as one of the country’s top island tourism sites, with the powdery white sand and calm shallow water on the western shore making it consistently popular with both regional and international visitors. The beach is divided into three stations by local convention, with Station 1 at the quieter northern end, Station 2 in the busier central tourist strip with the highest concentration of restaurants and bars, and Station 3 to the south. Most golf visitors base in the Station 2 area for the widest range of dining and evening options, or at the Fairways and Bluewater resort grounds which sit slightly inland from the main beach strip.

The island’s water sports scene is extensive. Kitesurfing is the activity most closely associated with Boracay, particularly at Bulabog Beach on the eastern side of the island, which faces the northeast trade winds from October through May and is one of the most recognized kitesurfing locations in Asia according to the Philippines Tourism Authority. Golfers who want to try something completely different on a rest day will find beginner lessons available at multiple operators along Bulabog Beach. Snorkeling day trips to nearby dive sites, island hopping by bangka boat, and helmet diving in shallow water are available through most beach-front operators and provide a full non-golf day program without significant planning.

The food scene along White Beach has improved considerably over the past decade. Seafood remains the practical choice at the island’s restaurant strip, with fresh catch grilled to order at beach-side restaurants at prices well below Manila. The evening atmosphere along White Beach, with the bars open to the sand and the Sulu Sea visible from most tables, gives the island a natural post-round setting that few golf resort destinations can offer in quite the same format.

Book tee times in Boracay

Fairways and Bluewater operates as a private club, so tee times must be booked through GolfLux or another recognized operator rather than directly by walk-in. December through February peak season slots fill ahead of time, particularly on weekends, and booking two weeks or more in advance is sensible for this window. Shoulder season and wet season availability is generally more open.

When organizing your Boracay golf trip, confirm your preferred tee times and the number of rounds across your stay, flight and boat transfer arrangements from Manila or Cebu, accommodation at the resort or at a White Beach hotel with transfers arranged, club rental requirements, and how rest days for beach and water activities align with your playing schedule.

The course is listed on GolfLux with a slope of 130 from the yellow tees, which places it at a moderate challenge level suitable for a wide range of handicaps. Choosing the right tee based on your handicap before arrival makes the round more rewarding than arriving without a plan and defaulting to the back markers. Start planning here or view all Boracay golf packages to find a program that fits your travel dates and preferred mix of golf and beach time.