Vale da Pinta: course guide

What to expect

Gramacho's neighbour, threaded through old olive trees with tilted greens that make the approach shots.

Character: Rolling with old olive trees.

Who it suits

• All handicaps.
• Hilly or spread out: book a buggy, especially from May to September.
• One of the best-value rounds in the region, ideal for groups and repeat rounds.

Where it sits on the map

Pair it with

• Penina Championship · Portimão, mid-range
• Alto Golf · Alvor, value
• Palmares · Lagos, mid-range
• Boavista · Lagos, value

Base yourself in the Western Algarve (Lagos, Luz, Alvor, Portimão, Carvoeiro, Silves) to play these courses without long drives.

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Cost a trip with Vale da Pinta

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Golfers Nights Rounds per golfer Course mixAll value coursesOne premium, rest mid-rangeAll mid-rangeAll premium Room rate per night (€, shared twin) Flights per golfer (£ return) Golf-bag carriage per golfer (£ return) BuggiesNo buggiesShared buggy on each round Car hire or transfers, whole group (€) Pounds per euro

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Questions golfers ask

How far is Vale da Pinta from Faro Airport?

Courses in the Western Algarve are typically 45 to 75 minutes from Faro Airport by road, depending on traffic.

Is Vale da Pinta expensive?

It sits in our value band. Rates change with the season and time of day: check the course's own rate for your dates.

Can high handicappers play Vale da Pinta?

Yes, it is playable for most handicaps.