La Cala South Course opened 15 years ago and was one of the first courses built some distance from the coast. This was one of Cabell Robinson's first courses after leaving the Robert Trent Jones organisation.
The hilly site resulted in a relatively short (5925 metre) course. Both the fairways and smallish greens are well bunkered, and the majority of the tee shots, many of which are quite dramatic to comfortably wide landing areas, are either downhill or level.
Water is present on only two holes, the reachable par 5 fifth and the short par 4 twelfth.
Approximately half of the approach shots are to elevated well-defended greens. The four short holes offer tremendous variety, and although some require a carry over native terrain, all are easily reachable.
The drive often lands on plateaus which players should not stray to far from, as a large part of the rough here is dense vegetation. A number of steep slopes around the greens call for a sharp short game and loads of intuition.
As with the north golf course, the score is of little consequence when playing the course for the first time. To really enjoy yourself, take things how they come and never lose your sense of humour.
Beginners should refrain from playing the south golf course, and stick to the excellent practice facilities, the more proficient players can hop on a buggy and soak up an excellent day's golf. This is an exciting course which puts a premium on the approach shot