Golf at Parque da Floresta

Situated amidst the beautiful rolling countryside of the unspoiled Western Algarve, Parque da Floresta is one of Europe's most spectacular golf courses.

Score Card

Technical Details:

Architect:Pepe Gancedo
Opened: 1987
Greens: Average difficulty
Type of grass: Greens - Bent grass; Fairways - Bermuda.
Buggy paths: Yes
Wooded areas: Yes
Number of holes: 18
Length: 5673 meters
Par: 71
Handicap certificate required: Preferred
Golf shoes with soft spikes: Yes (no trainers)
Dress code: Yes (Tailored shorts and collared shirts only)
Compulsory 1 set of clubs per player
Changing rooms with lockers

Golf Academy

Whatever your ability, absolute beginner or low handicapper - once you have spent time with our PGA professionals at the Vigia Academy you will be better equipped to face the challenges of the course. A simple tip could be all that's needed to change your whole game.

Founded: 1998
PGA Teaching Professional: Gary Warner
Languages: English, Portuguese & German
Facilities: Driving Range with 5 covered and 10 outdoor bays, Target greens on the driving range, Video Swing Analysis "V1", Short game practice area, 3 Putting greens, Pro Shop, Club repair centre, Equipment for hire (clubs, etc.)

Seasoned low-handicapper or enthusiastic beginner, a golfing holiday at Parque da Floresta will suit you to a tee!
With its undulating contours, ingeniously placed hazards and no two holes remotely similar, the variety and appeal of this unique course tempts players back time after time.

Our special golf packages for couples and individuals can be customised to feature a range of benefits, including excellent accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis in a town house in the Golf Village or in a villa with private pool, the desired number of golf rounds with preferential tee times, club and shoe hire, and discounted green fees for nearby golf courses such as Palmares, Penina, Boavista, Alto Golf and Carvoeiro Golf. We truly offer a one-stop golf booking service. Everything you could wish for in the way of leisure and entertainment is here, including social events and competitions throughout the year.

Golf Groups

Some of the world’s best courses are waiting in the Algarve, so team up with your family, friends or work colleagues for that special golfing trip based at Parque da Floresta. Whether your group is large or small, a trip can be tailor-made to suit any requirements, and our experts are always on hand to help and advise you.

Gala and welcome dinners, themed evenings, competitions and prize presentations … these are just some of the features of our special packages for golf groups, not to mention one of Europe’s most picturesque 18-hole par 72’s right on your doorstep! The challenging Parque da Floresta course winds its way magically through the resort, affording spectacular views over countryside and sea. Whatever their level of play, members of your group will benefit from a visit to the renowned Vigia Golf Academy, or a few lessons from a PGA professional. We can even organise away days with preferential tee times and green fees at other courses in the Algarve.

Your accommodation at Parque da Floresta will be in one of our superbly appointed two or three bedroom town houses with all you could wish for close at hand or a luxury three or four bedroom villa with private pool, including bars and restaurants, a leading health and beauty spa and an extensive range of leisure activities.