Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf

Location: United Arab Emirates

The Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates is one of Dubai’s most prestigious golfing stages and home of the DP World Tour Championship – the dramatic finale to the Race to Dubai. Another Greg Norman design, the main course measures a phenomenal 7,705 yards it captures the feel of a world-class parkland course set in desert surroundings.
Rolling fairways, bold bunkering, and immaculate greens define this modern classic.

Known as the “Most Challenging Mile in Golf,” the final stretch tests even seasoned pros. Past champions such as Henrik Stenson, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm have all lifted trophies here – and now you can follow in their footsteps.
Expect strategic golf, flawless conditioning, and a sense of theatre unique to Dubai.

Norman has been smart with water hazards on the golf course, lulling you into a false sense of security. When you think you have the course mastered, up pops another water hazard where you would least expect it! The best example of this is the par 5, uphill 18th hole where water is down the fairway centre, making even a straight shot hazardous.

Play in the footsteps of some great winners from Henrick Stenson and Justin Rose at this fantastic golfing destination.

Other great golf courses to add to this trip would include the Jumeirah Golf Estates  Fire Course and Emirates Majlis.

Signature 18th Hole – The Tournament Finisher

The 18th at the Earth Course is one of the most recognisable finishing holes in golf — a true risk-and-reward par 5 that defines every DP World Tour Championship.
A creek cuts straight through the fairway, forcing players to decide: lay up short for safety or take on the water and attack the green in two. The elevated amphitheatre green, framed by grandstands, delivers some of Dubai’s most dramatic tournament moments — including Henrik Stenson’s eagle in 2014 and Rory McIlroy’s title-clinching approach in 2015.

“You can feel the history every time you stand on that 18th tee.” — Justin Rose

Clubhouse & Facilities

After the final putt drops, the Jumeirah Golf Estates Clubhouse offers a fitting reward. Golfers can unwind at the Flame Tree Restaurant & Grill or enjoy post-round drinks at the Swirl Lounge Bar, both overlooking the closing holes of the Earth Course.

The Clubhouse also features a fully stocked Pro Shop, locker rooms, and practice facilities that include a world-class driving range and short-game area. Golf carts, caddies, and club hire are all available, ensuring a seamless round from the first tee to the final green.

It’s the complete Dubai golf experience — championship pedigree combined with five-star comfort.

Combine the Earth Course with Other Dubai Favourites

• Make your trip even more memorable by pairing your round at the Earth Course with other Dubai standouts:
  Jumeirah Golf Estates – Fire Course – A contrasting Norman design with tighter fairways and a fiery layout that rewards accuracy.
• Emirates Golf Club – Majlis Course – Host of the Dubai Desert Classic, offering stunning skyline views and championship pedigree.
• Dubai Hills Golf Club – A modern layout framed by the city’s landmarks, ideal for a relaxing second round.

These combinations let you experience the full variety of Dubai golf — from desert-style challenge to lush parkland precision — all within easy reach of the city’s resorts

Why Play the Earth Course

Few courses in the world deliver this blend of challenge, prestige, and atmosphere. The Earth Course is where Dubai’s golfing story reaches its crescendo – every fairway manicured, every bunker perfectly sculpted, every view designed to inspire.

This is championship golf at its finest, the stage where the world’s best compete each November for the DP World Tour Championship. Yet it remains playable for all golfers who want to experience what it feels like to walk in the footsteps of champions.