Heritage Golf Club, Mauritius
A tropical championship course on Mauritius’s south-west coast, blending rolling terrain, dramatic mountain views and polished resort presentation.
Bel Ombre, Mauritius
Peter Matkovich
2004
Tropical resort
Resort and visitor play
Why Play
Heritage Golf Club sits between mountain slopes and the Indian Ocean, giving the course a distinctive tropical identity. The routing moves across rolling former sugar-estate land, with wide views, changing elevations and strong resort conditioning.
Course Character
The opening holes ease golfers into the landscape before the course begins to use elevation and water more assertively. Fairways can appear generous, but the best approach angle often depends on selecting the correct side from the tee.
Trade winds alter the effective length of many holes, while raised greens and sloping surrounds make short-game control important.
Playing Intelligence
- Read the wind early: conditions can change quickly across exposed sections.
- Use the terrain: slopes can feed well-positioned shots towards preferred landing areas.
- Protect against water: choose conservative targets when hazards tighten the approach.
- Control trajectory: lower, flighted shots can be valuable in stronger trade winds.
- Stay hydrated: tropical heat and humidity can affect concentration late in the round.
Signature Holes
4th
An early strategic hole that introduces the course’s rolling terrain and approach-shot demands.
9th
A strong finish to the outward nine, framed by resort landscaping and elevated views.
13th
A visually impressive hole where water, wind and positioning create a genuine decision from the tee.
18th
A polished closing hole that rewards patience and a well-controlled final approach.
Visitor Information
Heritage Golf Club is part of the Heritage Resorts estate at Bel Ombre. Visitors should confirm tee-time availability, green fees, buggy or trolley arrangements, handicap requirements, maintenance dates and any resort-stay privileges before travel.
Stay • Play • Recover
Stay: Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage Awali provide the most convenient luxury bases.
Play: Combine the championship course with La Réserve Golf Links for a contrasting second round.
Recover: Use the resort spa, beach and pool facilities after the round, with particular attention to hydration and lower-body mobility.
Clubhouse & Dining
The clubhouse provides a relaxed premium setting with golf services, retail and post-round dining. The wider resort estate offers additional restaurants and beachfront options.
Practice Facilities
Use the warm-up to rehearse wind control, uneven lies and medium-length putting. A reliable fairway club and controlled wedge game are especially useful.
Luxury Accommodation
- Heritage Le Telfair: elegant colonial-style accommodation with direct resort access.
- Heritage Awali: an all-inclusive option well suited to couples, families and groups.
- Bel Ombre villas: suitable for longer stays and multi-generational travel.
- Le Morne: a strong extension for combining golf with one of Mauritius’s most dramatic coastal settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can visitors play Heritage Golf Club?
Yes. Visitor and resort-guest play is available subject to current booking conditions.
Who designed Heritage Golf Club?
The championship course was designed by Peter Matkovich.
Is the course suitable for a golf holiday?
Yes. It forms part of a full luxury resort environment with accommodation, spa facilities and additional golf nearby.
Where should golfers stay?
Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage Awali are the most convenient on-estate options.
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