The article begins with a quiet moment under the saman trees, where a few green monkeys steal the scene. Gilbertson walks the course and reflects on the land’s natural contours and long views in both directions across the island. With 27 holes, dramatic elevation changes and a rich sense of place, he captures how Apes Hill feels like a world of its own.
He explores the Championship Course, redesigned by Ron Kirby, and singles out two standout holes: the dramatic 16th framed by a coral cave, and the 12th with its Atlantic Ocean backdrop and crisp, fresh air. The 19th hole island green and Little Apes par-3 course both earn honourable mentions for adding surprise and variety to the round.