Del Monte is a household name known for its pineapple products such as pineapple juice and pineapple chunks.But way down in Mindanao, specifically at Cawayanon, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, the Del Monte pineapple plantation also boasts one of the premiere golf clubs in the Philippines.It is 10 kilometers from Cagayan de Oro where the nearest airport is.The 35-minute drive up to the golf course provides the golfers and tourists with a great view of the mountains.
The golf course, established in 1928, is 6,390 yards, par-72, and is made up of 18 holes wherein the first 9 holes were designed by Peter Crawford and the last 9 by Celestino Tugot.The course has fairways dotted with trees, sand traps, and man-made lakes.Golfers may find par-3, 12`h difficult with the need to go over 210 yards of water, that’s why this is also called the Waterloo Hole.
Since the golf course is found amidst Bukidnon’s mountain range and is in the south of the Philippines which is usually spared from typhoons --- the weather is fair and can get pretty windy.
Green fees cost PhP 500 for local residents and PhP 1200 for tourists during weekdays.During holidays and weekends, add PhP 300 more to the weekday fees.Caddy fees starts at PhP 250.Golfers can also rent golf clubs for PhP 500.
This private golf club also has a pro shop, driving range, practice putting green and a clubhouse with restaurant that serves the best juicy steak in the country with bottomless pineapple juice (you don’t have to wonder why).
