Victoria Golfcourse

Victoria Golfcourse is home to the European PGA Portuguees Masters during the month of October. It comes as no surprise therefore that this course requires length of the tee. Even when you play from the yellow tees expect par 4's of over 435 yards and par 3's measuring between 180-205 yards. It lets you find out how your game meaures up against that of the professionals. I like the fact that there are no blind shots anywhere, the greens are fast and that you get rewarded for good shots. No great distances between tees and greens and although a buggy is included in the greenfee you could easily walk the course. The wildlife around the course is enough to make a nature programme. Storks, Eagles, Flamingos and numerous birds are a joy to watch. One flock of coots however has taken possession of the 18th green so be prepared to clear some of the droppings! The 18th is a tough 460 yard par 4 finishing hole. Even more so because if your second shot is a little short of the green the fairway slopes towards the water hazard! Hopefully you have a shot to spare. Victoria GC is a great golfing experience but you do well to play to your handicap.