Ile Aux Cerfs Golf Club
Ile Aux Cerfs Golf Club
Ile Aux Cerfs Golf Club
4.5
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
6:45 AM - 9:00 PM
About
The island of Ile aux Cerfs represents a unique "island" golfing experience surrounded by a shimmering turquoise lagoon. Bernhard Langer designed an 18-hole championship golf course of extraordinary concept and flawless execution that has been described as a 'wonder of the game'.
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- ebsb97Southampton, United Kingdom16 contributionsWorth a walk away from the mainstreamFantastic place. Really lovely welcome, stunning view with facilities! We got the ferry to ile aux cerf from trou d’eau as didn’t fancy the catamaran and walked the coast line of IAC. Walked past the commercialised crowded bit and onto 4 seasons beach front who would not sell to anyone that wasn’t a resident. Carried on until we got here who welcomed us to buy food and drink and use their facilities for a couple of hours. Stunning spot, friendly staff - yes it is expensive but so is everything on the island and it is a lovely spot. We really enjoyed it - was just what we were hoping for.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten November 10, 2023
- AndyBruton, United Kingdom10 contributionsLa Flibuste RestaurantFollowing your round of golf or just spending a day on the beach, this restaurant is heaven. One of the best beach locations I have ever been to and the food is superb. But the best thing about it is the extremely warm welcome extended by Shameem and his team. Service with a smile and witty/amusing interaction with all the guests. Thank you so much Shameem. See you in February. Happy X’mas and New a yearVisited December 2023Traveled with friendsWritten December 18, 2023
- Naushad. EMauritius8 contributionsBest beach restaurant in an idyllic sceneryLa Flibuste . Best beach restaurant of Mauritius. Excellent atmosphere . Pleasant staff and led by Charismatic Head of Restaurant Mr Shamim. Made our day ! A spot not to be missed . We will go back certainly.Visited January 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 3, 2024
- H W7 contributionsHoneymoon beach private dining experience was an experience of a lifetime!For our honeymoon, my husband and I prebooked a private beach dining experience direct with the Golf Club before visiting Mauritius from the UK in Sep-Oct 2023, and we were not fully aware when we booked of just how exclusive and amazing this experience would be. It was honestly exceptional value for money and because we were staying at sister hotel Long Beach, we were able to add the cost onto our room bill to pay at the end of our stay in Mauritius. We were picked up on the evening of 26th September 2023 by a private boat at night at the jetty and taken on a golf cart through the golf course to a dark beach. We assumed beforehand that we would just be eating at a private table in a beach restaurant, however it completely exceeded our expectations to find that we had the whole beach to ourselves for the whole evening and would be catered for by the very best and friendliest of staff; Nitish our waiter, Major the chef, and Varoon and Guyaume who did a beautiful job of lighting candle torches along the beach as we walked along, and strung fairly lights and scattered petals all around us, and lit a fire for us! They also took lots of photos and videos for us. It would make a gorgeous spot for an engagement and was perfect for our honeymoon. Nitish and the staff were on hand all evening to cater for us and did a fantastic job. As did our taxi driver from Long Beach who waited at the jetty all evening for us, our boat taxi driver, and golf cart drivers, and the rest of the staff that made this experience so special. Also thanks to Kiran who helped us arrange the booking and transport effortlessly in advance by email. Nitish explained he was always looking for unique experiences to put on at the golf club, and this one was honestly one of a lifetime for us. We'll never forget it. We'll always remember Major (who has been a chef at the golf club for many year)'s fabulous cooking on the barbeque for our delicious 4 course meal, and the pineapple pudding was one of the best desserts I've had! A beautiful job and wonderful staff. I honestly can't recommend it enough, and I hope one day that we can return to meet all the staff again and experience it all over again!! To Nitish and the staff, thank you so very much for creating such a special and exclusive experience, and for a wonderful evening. It was the best night of our lives!Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 13, 2024
- Didi B1 contributionWhen have you ever been brought to a golf course by boat?We had the luxury to play this amazing island course 5 times! The boat ride to the jetty on the island is one of a kind. The course is unbelievable and has some real challenges, already starting at the 1st hole. But wait till you get to the signature hole, hole 11, with breathtaking views of the ocean. The staff is incredibly helpful, picked us up from the jetty and made sure our buggy was ready to go during each round. Afterwards we were presented nice refreshing towels, while they took care of our clubs. Tip: leave your golf bags at the club if you intend to play multiple rounds, they're in great hands! Make sure to have lunch at the club house restaurant, Sydney and Kevin are superb hosts and the food is simply great.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 1, 2024
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Bruce P
2 contributions
Oct 2021
On the 24th October after a very pleasant round of golf I had lunch with my wife . We were part of the Ropey’s /Murphy’s golf Challenge.
At a cost of Rs 1600 for lunch ( 2 person) we were to be served a mixed grill , we however received an inedible dry piece of chicken or turkey ( no sure what it was ) and some mix veg. No starch was given or offered. The chicken was simply the worst tasting I have every experienced and caused my wife to throw up. Dessert was ice cream which by the time it was served was mostly melted. The standard was no better than a road side Snack bar.
I did contact management to highlight my dissatisfaction but they have chosen to ignore my emails which again gives an indication of the service standard .
Great golf course but suggest give the restaurant a miss
At a cost of Rs 1600 for lunch ( 2 person) we were to be served a mixed grill , we however received an inedible dry piece of chicken or turkey ( no sure what it was ) and some mix veg. No starch was given or offered. The chicken was simply the worst tasting I have every experienced and caused my wife to throw up. Dessert was ice cream which by the time it was served was mostly melted. The standard was no better than a road side Snack bar.
I did contact management to highlight my dissatisfaction but they have chosen to ignore my emails which again gives an indication of the service standard .
Great golf course but suggest give the restaurant a miss
Written November 4, 2021
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Peter F
Deal, UK76 contributions
Nov 2022
How sad that this very special golf course has gone downhill so fast. A clear lack of investment means that the course and all of the facilities are unacceptable for the high price of a green fee. I have played there several times over the last 15 years but yesterday’s visit will be my last.
The course is in very poor condition and is lacking in care and attention. The toilets on the course were disgusting and unusable. The clubhouse showers were dirty, had no hot water and smelled awful. There was no drinking water available on the course and none was provided in the ice boxes on the buggy. The price of drinks in the bar was sky high. There was no starter or Marshalls to ensure there was a reasonable pace of play. The staff in the clubhouse were generally disinterested which suggests poor management and a lack of motivation (maybe poor salaries in line with the lack of investment in all other areas).
What a shame to see a gem so tarnished and damaged. It takes a long time to create a special golf course and build a fine reputation. The owners have now shown that it doesn’t take long to ruin both.
The course is in very poor condition and is lacking in care and attention. The toilets on the course were disgusting and unusable. The clubhouse showers were dirty, had no hot water and smelled awful. There was no drinking water available on the course and none was provided in the ice boxes on the buggy. The price of drinks in the bar was sky high. There was no starter or Marshalls to ensure there was a reasonable pace of play. The staff in the clubhouse were generally disinterested which suggests poor management and a lack of motivation (maybe poor salaries in line with the lack of investment in all other areas).
What a shame to see a gem so tarnished and damaged. It takes a long time to create a special golf course and build a fine reputation. The owners have now shown that it doesn’t take long to ruin both.
Written November 18, 2022
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Rcart
2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
Terrible is an understatement. The course is more concerned with getting money out of you than worrying about course management. For the price you pay the course should be in a better condition and there should have been someone marshalling tee off’s. They would rather take everyones money and then make people wait because they have too many people on the course. Absolutely disgusting.
Written October 20, 2022
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Joe Pollak
Beverley, UK6 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
As part of a trip to Mauritius I was lucky enough to play Il Aux Cerfs GC twice across 10 days stay nearby.
The course is amazing and in great shape. Welcomed at the dock by friendly boat attendants to take us directly to Il Aux Cerf. Both times met by buggies and attendants to help with clubs.
Pro-shop is well stocked if a little pricy with a variety of clothing and accessories. To note the golf was included as part of our AI package but a buggy was 1,400 Rupees. You also need to purchase water in advance or bring yourself
Recommend to take your own clubs. Rentals are expensive and quality very poor.
The course is amazing, tee boxes, fairways and greens are exceptional. Views are breath taking and offer a fabulous perspective of the island.
Buggies are needed with great GPS, but remember to change from meters to yards.
Afterwards lovely bar and bite to eat and service great.
Would highly recommend, one piece of advise would be for the club to improve the starter element as the few first holes can have groups stacking up.
The course is amazing and in great shape. Welcomed at the dock by friendly boat attendants to take us directly to Il Aux Cerf. Both times met by buggies and attendants to help with clubs.
Pro-shop is well stocked if a little pricy with a variety of clothing and accessories. To note the golf was included as part of our AI package but a buggy was 1,400 Rupees. You also need to purchase water in advance or bring yourself
Recommend to take your own clubs. Rentals are expensive and quality very poor.
The course is amazing, tee boxes, fairways and greens are exceptional. Views are breath taking and offer a fabulous perspective of the island.
Buggies are needed with great GPS, but remember to change from meters to yards.
Afterwards lovely bar and bite to eat and service great.
Would highly recommend, one piece of advise would be for the club to improve the starter element as the few first holes can have groups stacking up.
Written October 14, 2024
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asfergy
Manchester, UK39 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
We visited here just to use the beach and dining facilities for lunch and it was one of the best days we had in Mauritius. The beach felt very exclusive and after the water taxi from pointe maurice we were driven through the golf course first which is beautiful in itself. The staff serving us on the beach, Nitsh and Shamine were so friendly and attentive and gave us the most delicious non alcoholic coconut syrup caiprihanas....followed by alcoholic ones haha. Then our lunch, a wagyu beef burger was unreal, the head chef even came out to speak to us and knew us by name. We'd actually called him personally to book instead of through a hotel as we couldn't seem to get a reply from the online booking form. Beach was stunning!
Written October 19, 2021
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Carina D
2 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Having played a game of golf on Sunday afternoon, my husband inadvertently left a Leatherman Multi Tool in the golf bag with clubs that we hired. We phoned first thing Monday morning, Monday evening, Tuesday morning and evening to get no phone call back and then to be told Wednesday morning that they couldn't find it. We were appalled at the lack of dishonesty in the staff as that golf bag of clubs was not rehired between the time we left the golf club at 6.15 Sunday evening and 9.00am Monday morning.
It was quite obvious that someone had then taken it and claimed as their own.
Spoilt an otherwise good game of golf.
It was quite obvious that someone had then taken it and claimed as their own.
Spoilt an otherwise good game of golf.
Written November 30, 2022
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Saga A
Stockholm, Sweden14 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
In May 2022 I played golf at this stunning course designed by Bernhard Langer and I absolutely loved it! The views were stunning and the course was a lot of fun! Bring your own water bottles - water, ice tea and Madeleine cockies can be found at the intersection between hole 1 and 10. Bottles can be purchased at a fairly low price if you forget. No complementary towels so bring your own if it looks to be a hot day. Very friendly staff also!
Written May 24, 2022
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pando2017
Sevres, France3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Terrible - 2 players august 15 th 2023 . Amazing golf course , very well prepared. Unfortunately the service level is zero : 150 € Is a very high price to me for a green’ fee. You are expecting top service for this price which is really not the case : No water included . Toilets dirty on the course. You have to pay the golf car per passenger and not per car . If you buy a package to practice with their golf clubs , the golf club and golf bag quality are very poor and you are not allowed to use an additional ball . Smiles are missing on staff faces and every staff member seems to only wants to sell you something. I suspect a bad spirit in the staff team and a radical and excessive money pressure from management . It’s too bad as the site is exceptional . At the end I will not come back .
Written August 16, 2023
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Wellies65
Courmayeur, Italy10 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
Had a fantastic day playing golf at this breathtaking course, like all the other reviews I advise take plenty of balls, and if you're not straight prepare for a reload ! My only small complaint would that you pay MUR 2,500 (£50) to hire clubs, which look like they are a good few years old, and I would feel at that top price the clubs should be newer and in better condition. When I asked in he pro shop if there was a discount if I returned in a couple of days to play again, she replied with a snigger that there wouldn't be a discount, which I thought was a reasonable enough question. Lunch in the clubhouse was delicious, with a cold beer.
Written October 18, 2022
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Dmclellan
Oxford, UK191 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
From the water taxi to the lunch on the beach afterwards, this was an unforgettable experience.
Wonderful, short but tight and tricky Bernhard Langer designed course. Didn’t use a driver or 3 wood once! Lots of water to negotiate and admire, particularly the ocean side views.
Lady in pro shop was helpful, doing well to remember my name! Clubhouse restaurant was closed for refurb, but fear not, a helpful shuttle takes you to the nearby beach bar and restaurant, food and much needed beer & rum was excellent. So glad I did this, take lots of balls!!!!!
Wonderful, short but tight and tricky Bernhard Langer designed course. Didn’t use a driver or 3 wood once! Lots of water to negotiate and admire, particularly the ocean side views.
Lady in pro shop was helpful, doing well to remember my name! Clubhouse restaurant was closed for refurb, but fear not, a helpful shuttle takes you to the nearby beach bar and restaurant, food and much needed beer & rum was excellent. So glad I did this, take lots of balls!!!!!
Written August 25, 2022
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how much does it cost to rent a set of clubs at ile aux cerfs
Written August 29, 2022
Hi we are due to visit Mauritius in November could you tell me if you are open and all facilities are up and running please.
Written October 4, 2020
Hello, I just want to ask if anyone know how the transfer works from La Pirouge Hotel? Thanks
Written February 27, 2019
Hi are there things to do while my husband plays golf ??
Written October 23, 2018
While I was golfing at Ile aux Cerfs the golf club staff transported my wife to the private beach, there are free day beds on the beach which is an amazing beach, gorgeous water and a bar tender to take your order for drinks and food, free towels after the golf I joined my wife for a few hours, has to be one of the best beaches on Mauritius
Written October 23, 2018
Looking to Book a round of golf for both of us ..wheres the best place to go for best price, we are not staying at one of their hotels but are taking own clubs.
Written September 20, 2018
mauritiusattraction is a web site where you can book golf
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Check this out and book if the price is ok, I did and found the golf course is more expensive, beautiful beach there for after the golf and they will drop you off there and pick up also to drop you back to boat.
Written September 20, 2018
Can anyona advise on whether this has a dress code and what that is for both male and females.also anyone got the costing in pound sterling for the hire of buggies,clubs and footwear?
Written August 1, 2018
Hi,
Probably a few questions here. I'm visiting Long Beach resort on an all inclusive holiday in September.
Do I need to book tee times ahead of my holiday?
Are buggies and range balls
complimentary under the all inclusive ?
Will my partner be able to join me for a round as a non playing passenger in the buggy?
Many thanks in advance.
Andrew
Written July 20, 2018
As a beginner is it worth trying to play here? I’m not going to be there until July so intend to get a lot of practice before hand....or are there any other courses i would be better off trying to play? Or does anyone know how much the lessons are? Ty
Written March 12, 2018
Hi
I can answer the first question only. It is genuinely challenging. (I’m single figures). It depends where you see yourself in July from a golf point of view. It’s very pretty with great views but tough. If you are prepared to forego golfing pleasure for the scenery then give it a shot.
Written March 12, 2018
How much was a round of golf at this course
thanks
Written January 31, 2018
Hi there, Just want to confirm if the course will be open between the 26 - 31 August 2018. I know some courses undergo the summer program during August so just want to confirm as i don't want to miss out on rounds of golf. thanks
Written January 30, 2018
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