MONTE GORDO TRANSFERS
We provide high-quality private transfers from Faro airport to Monte Gordo at the best price on the market, up to 3 passengers 87€ and up to 8 passengers 107€ (Final Price Per Vehicle). All of our transfers are private and with fixed prices. (All taxes included and motorway tolls). We provide baby seats and child seats at no extra cost (if requested on booking).
ALGARVE GOLF TRANSFERS
Portugal is known as the best golf destination in Europe. We provide private transfers between your accommodation and all golf courses in Algarve.
Whatever your group size, we will have a vehicle for you – from private transfers for individuals or small groups to coaches transfers for large groups. If you need to request quotation Click Here
FARO AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Transfers From Faro Airport to Monte Gordo You will be received by a professional driver with years of experience on private transfers and dedicated to providing the best service based on his experience and knowledge of the Algarve. He will be waiting for you at the arrivals hall with a sign with your name on it, and he will take you directly to your destination.
Monte Gordo
Monte Gordo is a town and a freguesia (parish) of the municipality of Vila Real de Santo António, in the southeastern corner of Algarve, Portugal. The population in 2011 was 3,308, in an area of 4.22 km2. Formerly a fishermen's town, Monte Gordo's economy is nowadays oriented to tourism due to its sunny weather, long white sand beaches, trails in the surrounding pine woods, sand dunes, and the daily availability of fresh seafood gathered by the local artisan fishermen. Furthermore, the adjacent natural reserve - Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António - attracts tourists due to its diverse fauna, which comprises some 153 species of birds, including storks, avocets, sandpipers, and flocks of flamingos, as well as more than 400 plant species and various reptiles, amphibians and mammals. Its strategic location is also a plus, given that is located adjacent to the cities of Vila Real de Santo António and Castro Marim, as well as other nearby touristic attractions such as Cacela Velha and Tavira.
Prior to the Carnation Revolution in 1974, Monte Gordo was a favorite destination for the Portuguese and Spanish aristocracies as well as famous people (e.g. Ingrid Bergman). Its Casino was built in 1934 and Hotel Vasco da Gama was the first grand hotel in Algarve (built-in 1960). With democracy, Monte Gordo became a favorite summer destination for the Portuguese middle class.
Monte Gordo beach is best known for its sunny weather all year round, as well as for its relatively calm and warm seawater. The average air temperature ranges from a low of 11 °C in January to a high of 26 °C in August, while the average sea temperature ranges from a low of 16 °C in February to a high of 22 °C between July and September, making this the maritime beach with the warmest sea in mainland Portugal. Another particularity of this beach is the fact that during the low tide one is able to walk 10 to 30 meters into the sea, making it one of the safest in Portugal for children. These conditions make it ideal for beachgoers to collect clams lightly buried in the sand (locals call "conquilhas" to the local variety of edible Donax saltwater clams). Monte Gordo beach holds the Blue Flag quality certificate for more than 2 decades.
Though most tourists are Portuguese during the summer, in the winter Monte Gordo is mostly visited by foreigners from Northern Europe looking for warm weather, tasty seafood, and a safe and peaceful vacation destination. Given the nearby VRSA Sports Complex, accredited by IAAF and home of the Portuguese Olympic Committee, Monte Gordo is also a favorite destination for international athletes and teams during the winter.
Not surprisingly, the local commerce has adapted to demand and now there are also several Dutch and Irish bars as well as restaurants (most of them owned by expatriates from those countries) alongside the traditional Portuguese venues.
Monte Gordo is a small town but it has most services and amenities one may need, from pharmacies to banks, kids playgrounds, tennis courts, as well as several hotels and apartment rentals. Several high-quality golf courses are located nearby.