Caribbean Golf in December — Overview
December is fully peak season and the most in-demand month for Caribbean golf. Christmas and New Year weeks at Cap Cana and Casa de Campo fill up 3–6 months in advance. Conditions are outstanding — dry, low humidity, perfect trade winds on the ocean holes.
For the best December Caribbean golf experience, Villa Espada at Cap Cana provides a private villa base with direct access to Punta Espada Golf Course — one of the top-ranked courses in the Caribbean regardless of season.
December Green Fees & Availability
- Typical Green Fees: $280–400 peak season rates
- Punta Espada: Book 60–90 days ahead
- Teeth of the Dog: Book 90+ days ahead in peak season
- La Cana & Corales: Generally available with 1–2 weeks notice year-round
Best Courses to Play in December
- Punta Espada, Cap Cana — Jack Nicklaus. 8 ocean holes. Excellent in December.
- Teeth of the Dog, Casa de Campo — Pete Dye. #1 Caribbean. Book well ahead.
- La Cana, Punta Cana — P.B. Dye. 4 ocean holes. Great value in December.
- Corales, Punta Cana — Tom Fazio. Dramatic island-green finishing stretch.
Frequently Asked Questions — Golf in December
Q: Is December a good month for Caribbean golf?
Peak season. Christmas and New Year period — book 4–6 months ahead. Conditions excellent. Holiday golf packages popular.
Q: Which Caribbean golf course should I play in December?
Punta Espada at Cap Cana is the top pick in any month — 8 oceanfront holes designed by Jack Nicklaus. Stay at Villa Espada for the best access.
Q: How far in advance should I book for December?
$280–400 peak season — Book 60–90 days ahead for top courses.
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Other months: Golf in November · Golf in January