Why Mini Golf Is the Ultimate Way to Stay Sane on a Desert Island - pt1

The perfect spot for a DIY mini golf course

Stranded on a desert island with nothing but sand, sun, and the occasional coconut? Most survival guides tell you to focus on water, shelter, and signalling for rescue. But let’s be honest — after a few days, a bit of mental entertainment becomes just as important as staying hydrated. That’s where mini golf comes in.

Yes, you read that right. Even on a desert island, mini golf could be your secret weapon to keeping your sanity while waiting for rescue. Here’s why.

1. It Keeps Your Mind Active

Building a mini golf course with driftwood, coconuts, and rocks isn’t just fun — it’s a puzzle. Figuring out angles, ramps, and creative obstacles keeps your brain sharp, prevents boredom, and distracts from the monotony of island life.

2. It Boosts Your Creativity

When you have limited resources, your imagination is your playground. Mini golf allows you to experiment with unusual obstacles — coconut halves, seashells, or even crabs as moving targets (though don’t hurt the wildlife!). Each hole becomes a new invention.

3. It Provides a Sense of Accomplishment

Every hole you “sink” is a small victory in an otherwise challenging situation. Those mini achievements give your mind a boost, keep morale high, and help you feel a little more in control of your surroundings.

4. It Encourages Exercise

Even if it’s just walking between holes, balancing on logs, or gently swinging a stick to hit a coconut, mini golf gets you moving. Physical activity is essential to maintain energy, boost mood, and stay healthy on a desert island.

5. It Reduces Stress

Mini golf is fun, light-hearted, and impossible to take too seriously. Laughing at your own misses or the ridiculousness of your makeshift obstacles is an instant mood lifter. In survival situations, reducing stress is just as important as food and water.

6. It Helps You Maintain a Routine

Days can blur together when stranded. Playing a few rounds of mini golf each “morning” or “afternoon” gives structure to your day, creating something to look forward to while waiting for rescue.

7. It Sparks Problem-Solving

Figuring out how to make a hole work with limited resources hones your problem-solving skills — something you’ll probably need if you’re surviving on an island. Mini golf is essentially creative engineering disguised as fun.

8. It Gives You Something to Share

If you’re lucky enough to have a fellow castaway, mini golf becomes a social activity. It creates shared laughter, friendly competition, and memorable moments — even on a desert island.

9. It’s Incredibly Adaptable

No sand? No problem — you can use leaves, stones, or driftwood. No sticks? Try a coconut shell. Mini golf is flexible, making it perfect for almost any environment, even one that’s completely off the grid.

10. It Makes Waiting for Rescue Enjoyable

Most importantly, mini golf gives you something to do while you wait. Instead of staring at the horizon or counting coconuts, you’re engaged, entertained, and keeping your mind sharp — all essential ingredients for staying sane until help arrives.

Final Thoughts

Stranded on a desert island? Forget just surviving — thriving is possible with a little creativity. Mini golf keeps your body moving, your mind active, and your spirits high. It turns survival into an adventure and waiting for rescue into a much more enjoyable experience.

So next time you dream about escaping to a desert island, remember: pack a putter. Or at least plan to improvise one.

If you dont have a plan, read Part 2