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The Els Club Vilamoura is not merely a golf course; it represents a blend of innovative design, stunning natural landscapes and outstanding craftsmanship. Ernie Els has adeptly transformed his insights into the game into course designs that are recognized globally.
The extensively revamped Victoria Course, now known as the Els Club Vilamoura, embodies his dedication to excellence. Featuring skillfully shaped fairways, well-placed bunkers, and immaculate greens, the course presents challenges and inspiration for golfers at every level. Each hole provides a distinct combination of strategy and breathtaking views, highlighting the Algarve’s natural splendor.
The course is the first private club in the Algarve and offers a limited number of teetimes for visitors. Additionally, this course incorporates contemporary sustainability measures to maintain a balance with the environment. From conserving water to utilizing natural landscaping, the design emphasizes ecological harmony, delivering golfers an authentically immersive experience.
The Els Club Vilamoura course is one of the best courses in Vilamoura & is a great addition to any golf trip for those seeking to follow in the footsteps of the pros.
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The course has been extensively redesigned by Ernie Els and was recently selected to host the World Cup of Golf, one of the four high profile World Golf Championship Events.
The course can be stretched to 7,105 from the tips, and is dotted with a number of large man-made lakes which are a real threat, and create a beautiful contrast with the crystal white swathes of sand that guard the greens. This is a formidable test that can humble even the most skilled player, and is an essential part of any trip to Vilamoura for the golfing aficionado.
The 17th is a long par-5 stretching well close to 600 yards from the back tees with water in play off the tee and on the approach to the green. With a favourable wind, you can reach this in two but you'll be faced with a high number if you fall short of the green. The 18th, measuring over 450 yards is a very stern test to challenge its par of 4. Water is in play all along the left-hand side of the hole with bunkers guarding the right off the tee. Anyone managing to find the fairway then needs to play the perfect 2nd shot with a large undulating green that'll be sure to welcome a 3-putt.
The course has a private clubhouse that features the 261 Bar & Restaurant, golf boutique and members only facilities.
Signature Hole: 18th Hole - Par 4 - 462 yards - Stroke Index 4
Without doubt the hardest par 4 on the course is the lengthy 18th hole, which is bordered by a water hazard to the left and several bunkers on the right. The tee shot must be long and accurate to have any hope of making birdie. The degree of difficulty is turned up a notch by a challenging approach (usually into the wind) to a well-protected pin.
Els Club Vilamoure is ranked as one of the best courses in Portugal
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Ernie Els |
| Opened for play | 2025 |
| White | 6,651 metres | SSS 74.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 6,094 metres | SSS 72.5 |
| Gold | 5,628 metres | SSS 72.0 |
| Blue | 5,164 metres | SSS 70.2 |
| Red | 4,762 metres | SSS 67.4 |
Gudmundur
✓18 May 2026
Proper golf course. Immaculate!
Gordon
✓14 Dec 2023
Great course to play (but not easy). Will be superb after refurbishment.
Darren
✓17 Nov 2023
The water on certain holes demands accuracy. Fabulous course .
Derek
✓13 Nov 2023
Exceptional golf course, it has to be played for the experience alone. Everything was great on the day, all staff very welcoming, and informative at all points. It's simply as must play if your going to the Algarve for golf.
George
✓9 Nov 2023
Amazing! What an incredible place. Fairways and greens were the best I have ever played and the facilities were excellent. I know it’s expensive, but you get what you pay for. It has a Hard rating as the rough is tough!
Mark
✓8 Nov 2023
Course is in good condition and you can open up your shoulders as the fairways are nice and wide
Peter
✓6 Nov 2023
enjoyable and challenging course.
Roy
✓1 Nov 2023
Enjoyable
John
✓22 Oct 2023
This is a great course, great test for any amateur golfer, there was a lot of rain the night before which left it a bit wet in places but you expect this after a lot of rain
James
✓18 Oct 2023
Great course,but same comment on golf cart costs.
