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Top South American Resorts Blending Golf and Wellness

South America, with its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, offers a unique blend of world-class golfing experiences and rejuvenating wellness retreats.

From Brazil's lush forests to Argentina's stunning Patagonian landscapes, the continent provides an array of destinations where golf enthusiasts can perfect their swing while indulging in luxurious spa treatments and holistic wellness programs.

Let’s delve into some of the best resorts.

Fasano Boa Vista, Brazil

Golf Experience
Fasano Boa Vista features two top-notch 18-hole golf courses designed by renowned architects Randall Thompson and Arnold Palmer. The courses are beautifully integrated into the local landscape, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all levels.

Particularly, Thompson's design takes full advantage of the natural contours and vegetation, creating a course that is both visually stunning and technically demanding.

What Makes It Special
Located just outside São Paulo, this resort is known for its luxurious amenities and natural surroundings. The course offers a unique blend of Brazilian landscape and world-class golfing, with each hole presenting its own set of challenges and breathtaking views.

Wellness Offerings
The resort offers an array of wellness options, including a full-service spa, fitness center, and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, tennis, and bike tours. The spa features a variety of treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate, from massages to hydrotherapy.

The wellness programs are tailored to complement the golfing experience, helping guests maintain peak physical and mental condition.

Best Time to Visit

 Between April and November, when the weather is most favorable for golfing and outdoor activities.

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Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Argentina

Golf Experience
The resort features an 18-hole golf course that winds through the stunning landscapes of forests, lakes, and mountains, providing both challenging play and scenic views. The course was designed to blend seamlessly with the natural Patagonian environment, offering a unique golfing experience that combines technical challenges with awe-inspiring scenery.

What Makes It Special
Nestled in the Argentine Patagonia, Llao Llao Hotel & Resort is renowned for its setting and luxurious amenities. The golf course offers views of the Andes Mountains and Nahuel Huapi Lake, creating a special backdrop for every round.

Wellness Offerings
Llao Llao excels in wellness offerings, with a spa that includes a range of treatments cell regeneration to detox & revitalizing. Guests can also engage in the Health Club with fitness training, and infinity-edge swimming pools, making it an all-encompassing wellness retreat.

Best Time to Visit

From November to April when the weather is milder and more suitable for both golfing and wellness activities.

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Hilton Pilar Golf & Resort, Argentina

Golf Experience
Hilton Pilar Golf & Resort offers a 27-hole golf, 72-par course with five tee-offs at each one of the holes, bunkers, a driving range, a putting green, and ample fairways designed to challenge and delight golfers of all skill levels. The course is set in the lush landscapes of Pilar, providing a serene golfing environment.

What Makes It Special
Located in the tranquil area of Pilar, Buenos Aires, the resort is known for its blend of modern luxury and natural beauty. The golf course's design incorporates local flora and water features, creating a harmonious balance between the game and the environment.

Wellness Offerings
Facilities include an indoor pool and fitness classes. Guests can enjoy a range of treatments focused on stress release to promote relaxation.

Best Time to Visit

The resort can be enjoyed year-round, September to May are the highlighted months for their best golfing weather

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