One of the reasons people enjoy playing Boavista is that it?s always in first-rate condition. Another is the attractiveness of the course with its far reaching views of the bay of Lagos to the east and the Monchique mountains to the north. Designed in 2002 by Howard Swan the golf course uses the natural contours of the terrain and as a result it presents plenty of challenge ? especially on holes 6 and 8 where you have to hit your ball across a ravine! With two distinctive sections the course offers a variety of holes commencing with the welcoming first hole, a meandering downhill par-4, bordered by beautiful sub-tropical landscaping leading to harmoniously designed properties. The first nine, in general, climb to the highest point of the resort, where a pause at the eighth tee will allow one to experience panoramic views. Subsequent holes descend to an area where water features, streams, lakes and arched bridges, reminiscent of landscaped gardens abound. There is always a friendly golf professional and practice facilities that includes driving range, a exclusive short game practice area with three beautifully maintained course size greens: one for putting, one for chipping and the other surrounded by bunkers.