Teeth of the Dog gets the fame. Dye Fore gets the gasps. Where Casa de Campo®’s famous seaside course hugs the waterline, its clifftop sibling climbs 300 feet above the Chavón River and dares you to look down mid-swing.
Dye Fore is the most dramatic golf on the resort, and the course most first-time guests overlook. This 2026 visitor guide walks you through the three nines, how the course plays, what it costs, and how to book a tee time that lands you on the cliff holes at the right time of day.
What Makes Dye Fore Different
Pete Dye built Dye Fore and opened it in 2003, two decades after he carved Teeth of the Dog from the coast. The course now runs to 27 holes across three distinct nines: Chavón, Marina and Lagos. Together they wrap the high ground above the river gorge and the Marina, so almost every hole hands you a view.
The setting is the headline. Chavón’s cliff holes sit hundreds of feet above the river, with Altos de Chavón perched on the far rim. This is target golf with vertigo. You will spend as much time taking photos as taking clubs, and no one in your group will mind.
The Three Nines
The Chavón Nine
Chavón is the reason people book Dye Fore. It runs along the cliff edge above the river, and it delivers the postcard holes: sheer drops, forced carries over the gorge, and long views to the sea. It is the most photographed stretch of golf on the resort. Play it in the morning light if you can.
The Marina Nine
The Marina nine turns toward the coast and the yachts below. It trades the river drama for open sea panoramas and a breezier, more exposed test. The wind matters here, so club up and aim smart.
The Lagos Nine
Lagos plays inland among lakes and gentler ground. It is the quietest of the three and the kindest to a wayward drive. Many guests pair it with Chavón for a full 18 that mixes spectacle with a little breathing room.
How Dye Fore Compares to Teeth of the Dog
Honesty helps you choose. Teeth of the Dog is the ranked masterpiece, with seven holes on the Caribbean and a tighter, seaside rhythm. Dye Fore is longer, higher and windier, and it wins on sheer scale of view. Teeth of the Dog feels intimate. Dye Fore feels cinematic.
Most golfers on a multi-day trip play both, and they should. We break the decision down hole by hole in Teeth of the Dog vs. Dye Fore, and cover all three resort courses together in the Casa de Campo Golf Guide.
What to Expect on the Course
Come ready for wind and elevation. The exposed cliff and coastal holes catch the breeze, and the changes in height fool your yardages. Trust the caddie’s read over your own eyes. Caddies are part of the deal at Dye Fore, and they are excellent; they know exactly how much the wind eats a shot over the gorge.
The course rewards a smart, conservative line more than raw distance. Take the safe side of a cliff hole and you score. Chase the hero shot and the gorge takes your ball. Play within yourself and Dye Fore becomes the round of the trip.
Green Fees and How to Book in 2026
Dye Fore green fees in 2026 run about 325 US dollars per round for registered resort and villa guests, and about 400 dollars for day visitors, plus the standard 18 percent tax. That fee includes your cart, the practice range and bag storage.
Caddies are required and paid in cash, as a group total: roughly 50 dollars for one or two players and 100 dollars for a group of three or four, tip included. Staying in a Casa de Campo villa registers you as a resort guest, so you pay the lower rate. We lay out every course’s pricing, caddie mechanics and booking contacts in Casa de Campo Golf Green Fees.
When to Play and What to Bring
Book the Chavón nine early. Morning light flatters the cliffs, and the wind usually builds through the afternoon. Bring more balls than you think you need, because the gorge is hungry. Pack sun protection and take water on the cart, as the exposed holes offer little shade.
One practical note: the resort rotates the nines for maintenance and overseeding through the quieter months, so a given nine may close for a spell. Always confirm which nines are open when you book, especially between June and October. Your villa concierge can check tee times and course status in one call.
Getting There from Your Villa
Dye Fore sits beside Altos de Chavón on the eastern side of the resort. From the central villa neighbourhoods it is a 10-to-15-minute drive or golf-cart ride, and a little more from the Marina. Plan to arrive 30 to 45 minutes before your tee time to warm up on the range and meet your caddie.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many holes does Dye Fore have?
Twenty-seven, across three nines: Chavón, Marina and Lagos. Most guests play an 18-hole combination, usually pairing Chavón with one of the others.
Is Dye Fore harder than Teeth of the Dog?
It plays longer and more exposed to the wind, with bigger elevation changes. Teeth of the Dog is tighter and more seaside. Both demand respect, but Dye Fore punishes the wind more.
How much does it cost to play Dye Fore in 2026?
About 325 dollars per round for registered resort and villa guests and about 400 for day visitors, plus 18 percent tax, with cart and range included. Caddies are extra and paid in cash.
Which nine has the cliff views?
The Chavón nine. It runs along the edge of the river gorge and holds the most dramatic holes on the course.
Do I need a caddie?
Yes. Caddies are required at Dye Fore, and they are genuinely worth it for reading the wind and the elevation.
Related Reading
- Teeth of the Dog Golf Course: The Complete Visitor Guide
- Teeth of the Dog vs. Dye Fore: Which Course Is Right for You?
- Casa de Campo Golf Green Fees: The Complete 2026 Guide
The best way to play Dye Fore is as a registered guest with an early tee time and a villa a few minutes away. See the Dye Fore course, then browse our Casa de Campo villas and let our team arrange your golf.