Golf del Sur, another Tenerife winner

Many visitors to Tenerife quite rightly worry about the impact their prescence may have on the local environment, so it’s good to see that golf courses are doing their bit to protect the natural beauty of the island.

Golf del Sur has always prided itself on it’s caring approach to one of the most outstanding parts of Tenerife. Thjat has been recognised this week with the award of the Madera Verde Diploma of Honour to the course as the best environmentally friendly golf business in Spain.

The Spanish Golf Federation picked it out from 35 courses across the country for it’s care of the greens and it’s careful use of resources. Perched on top of a cliff overlooking the Atlantic, a footpath popular with walkers passes the course and many people stop to admire the views and to see the abundance of wildlife in the area. Birds nest on the cliffs below and the long grassy areas and palm trees are home to many lizards and other small creatures.

Of course most golfers are blissfully unaware of this as they enjoy the challenging course, the fresh air and the stunning views, but it is nice to know that you are playing at a responsible course.