US Golf Guides · 1 June 2026
Golf Society Trips to Western Algarve
Western Algarve By The Golf Planet Holidays Team · Golf-travel specialists since 1981 · Published 1 June 2026 At a glance What does a Western Algarve society trip cost? From £259 per person, with group rates for 12-24 players and the organiser often playing free. Pricing is tailor-made to your dates, courses and hotel, billed […]
Organising a golf society trip is usually a thankless job. You chase deposits, juggle who’s in and who’s dropped out, argue over tee times and end up paying for the privilege of doing all the admin. It doesn’t have to be that way. Since 1981 Golf Planet Holidays has taken the whole burden off the organiser’s shoulders, handing you group rates, a single point of contact and a trip that simply works, from £259 per person.
The Western Algarve is built for societies of 12 to 24 players: short transfers, reliable sunshine, courses with genuine pedigree and hotels that know exactly how to look after a golf group. Best of all, when a specialist arranges it, the organiser very often plays free, and you spend the trip playing golf rather than fielding phone calls.
Where your society stays and plays
We base Western Algarve societies at three hotels chosen because they handle groups effortlessly. Tivoli Carvoeiro sits above one of the prettiest coves on this coast, ideal if your group wants restaurants and a clifftop bar within walking distance. Vila Gale Ampalius in Vilamoura is a comfortable, sociable all-rounder with easy reach of the marina. And Penina Hotel & Golf Resort near Portimao is the grande dame of Algarve golf, a resort with championship golf on the doorstep and the space to host a full society in style.
On the course, the line-up reads like a Western Algarve highlight reel. The Pestana Vale da Pinta and Pestana Alto courses at Portimao give you classic Algarve fairways framed by olive and almond trees. At Amendoeira you get two contrasting designer tests, the strategic O’Connor Jnr course and the bold, links-influenced Faldo course. And Salgados near Albufeira brings water, wind and a memorable finish that gives the post-round debrief plenty to talk about.
Why the organiser finally gets a holiday too
The whole point of using a specialist is that the difficult parts stop being your problem. We secure the group golf rates, lock in your tee times in the right order for your players, sort the rooming list, arrange transfers and handle every change along the way. You give us your numbers and your dates, and we build the trip around them. With group bookings of 12 to 24, the organiser very often plays free, which is the least the job deserves.
If you’d rather not be the one herding everyone on the day, we also offer hosted and escorted group tours, where a representative travels with you to manage tee times, transfers and any hiccups on the ground. It turns the organiser back into a player, and gives the whole society one person to ask when something needs sorting.
Where our specialists would stay in Western Algarve
Booked the right way, protected the right way
Every Golf Planet Holidays trip is ATOL Protected, and your money is held in trust with PTS until you have travelled, so the deposits you collect from your members are safeguarded from the moment they’re paid. That matters more for a society than a solo break, because you’re handling other people’s money and they’re trusting you to get it right.
Because we’re a tailor-made specialist, there’s no rigid package to squeeze your group into. We quote by enquiry, in GBP, against your exact group size, hotel preference and the courses you most want to play. Flights are arranged separately as an ATOL-protected add-on, so you can fly from your nearest airport at the best fare on the day rather than being tied to one departure.
Our specialists’ favourite stays in Western Algarve
What our golfers say
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Golf Planet Holidays is an excellent company for golfing holidays, they are friendly, very helpful and tremendously efficient. Just back from a very enjoyable time in Tavira, Portugal.
A big thank you again Simon for organising our latest trip, this time to Quinta Do Lago. Your recommendation to include Ombria was well worth it ,you might need a few spare balls but it is a great course in the making and worth a visit.…
Had an amazing week in Tavira at Maria Nova Hotel as suggested by Simon. Played 3 great courses and 1 absolutely amazing course – Monte Rei. Would highly recommend Golf Planet to arrange your trip. Transfers were good too.
Frequently asked questions
How many players do we need for a society trip?
Our Western Algarve group rates are geared to societies of roughly 12 to 24 players, and at that size the organiser very often plays free. Smaller or larger groups are welcome too; just tell us your numbers and we’ll quote accordingly.
Can someone come with us to run the trip on the ground?
Yes. We offer hosted and escorted group tours where a representative travels with your society to manage tee times, transfers and any issues, so the organiser can put the clipboard down and play.
What's included in the from £259 per person price?
That from-price reflects accommodation and golf for a group at hotels such as Tivoli Carvoeiro, Vila Gale Ampalius or Penina, across courses including Pestana Vale da Pinta, Pestana Alto, Amendoeira’s O’Connor Jnr and Faldo courses, and Salgados. The exact figure depends on your dates, hotel and number of rounds; we quote tailor-made by enquiry in GBP.
Is our money safe if something goes wrong?
Yes. We’re ATOL Protected and your money is held in trust with PTS until you’ve travelled, so every member’s deposit and balance is safeguarded throughout.
Come and play with us
Wherever you're travelling from, you're welcome on a Golf Planet hosted tour — a small group, a host with you from the first tee to the last, and every round, transfer and dinner taken care of. You just bring the clubs.
