About Us
Your IAGTO Golf Operator in Medellín
Frank Spitzer — Your Golf Expert in Medellín
I’m Swiss, born and raised in Zurich. After 20 years in finance, I came to Colombia in 2015 and founded Pelecanus — the only IAGTO member tour operator in Colombia specializing in golf tourism, and the only one with managed access to virtually all private clubs in the country.
Medellín’s golf scene is one of Colombia’s best-kept secrets. The Aburrá Valley offers championship courses set against dramatic mountain backdrops, played in eternal spring weather at 1,500 meters altitude. I’ve played every course in the region personally — from the historic El Rodeo dating to 1954, to the highland layouts of Eastern Antioquia.
Most courses here are private clubs with no commercial department and no English on the phone. I built direct relationships with every club, caddie master, and pro shop over eight years. When you book with us, you get access that no other operator can provide.
I speak German, Swiss German, English, Spanish, and French — serving golfers from across Europe, the Americas, and beyond.
Why Golf in Medellín?
Valley Courses
Championship layouts nestled in the Aburrá Valley with dramatic mountain views on every hole. Play in one of the most scenic settings in South America.
Eternal Spring
22°C year-round at 1,500m altitude. No extreme heat, no freezing mornings — just perfect golf weather every day of the year.
Innovation City
Latin America’s transformation capital with world-class dining, nightlife, art, and culture — the perfect complement to a golf trip.
Our Credentials
IAGTO Member
The only golf operator in Colombia certified by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators — the global network connecting operators with the best clubs in the world.
National Tourism Registry
Pelecanus SAS, RNT No. 51402 — officially registered tourism operator with Colombia’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism.
Private Club Access
We manage exclusive access to Medellín’s most prestigious private golf clubs — courses that are not open to the public and can only be accessed through an authorized operator.
How We Work
Personal Consultation
We discuss your preferences: playing level, destinations of interest, dates, group size and expectations. Every trip is unique.
Custom Design
We create a customized itinerary with access to private clubs, transportation, logistics and complementary experiences around Medellín.
Full Support
From your arrival to your departure, we coordinate every detail. 24/7 service with direct contact throughout your trip.
Plan Your Golf Trip to Medellín
As the only IAGTO operator in Colombia, we manage access to the best private clubs in the Medellín region. Contact us to design your custom golf experience.
Pelecanus SAS · NIT 901.012.952-7 · National Tourism Registry (RNT) Colombia · IAGTO Member