United Arab Emirates Golf Holidays
Manicured emerald against the dunes, played in winter shirtsleeves under a city skyline, with floodlit twilight rounds and hospitality without a ceiling. Two emirates, four marquee courses, one costed trip.
Who this trip suits
The UAE is the most luxurious of the winter sun golf destinations, and it suits groups who like their golf bracketed by good hotels and better restaurants. Buddies trips love the twilight rounds, the nightlife and the value in the shoulder season. Couples and corporate groups take to the five star bases and the faultless conditioning.
It is also one of the easiest destinations for a mixed group, with beaches, spas, desert excursions and world class dining for anyone not playing. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are a short drive apart, so a single trip can pair the desert courses of one with the coastal links of the other.
The courses to build it around
Our pick of the rounds worth structuring a trip around. Read the full ranking in the 100 greatest courses you can play.
- 1
Emirates Golf Club, Majlis
DubaiThe first grass course in the Middle East and the home of the Dubai Desert Classic, emerald against the skyline. Indicative 2026 peak green fees run high, around 995 AED, so always confirm directly before booking.
- 2
Yas Links
Abu DhabiA true links on the Gulf by Kyle Phillips, routinely rated the best course in the Middle East, with sea on both nines. Indicative 2026 peak rates run around 650 AED, so always confirm directly before booking.
- 3
Jumeirah Golf Estates, Earth
DubaiGreg Norman's championship course that closes the DP World Tour season every November, with a roaring island green finish.
- 4
Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Abu DhabiHome of a long running European Tour event, with the falcon shaped clubhouse and a celebrated par 5 closing hole.
- 5
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Abu DhabiA Gary Player design hugging the Gulf coastline, with white sand beaches and crystal water in view from the seaside holes.
- 6
The Els Club
DubaiErnie Els blended desert and links ideas into one of Dubai's best layouts, big, bold and beautifully conditioned.
A sample structure
One way to shape the week. We tailor every detail to your group, your dates and your handicaps.
- Day 1
Arrive in Dubai
Land, settle into a Marina or Downtown base, and shake off the flight with a twilight nine under the lights and dinner in the city.
- Day 2
The Majlis at Emirates
The marquee Dubai round first, ideally in the cooler morning, with the skyline as a backdrop all the way round.
- Day 3
Jumeirah Earth or The Els Club
A second championship round, then the afternoon at the beach club, the spa or the souks.
- Day 4
Drive to Abu Dhabi for Yas Links
Cross to Yas Island for the best links in the region, and stay over for the evening on Yas or Saadiyat.
- Day 5
Abu Dhabi or Saadiyat, then fly home
A final coastal round, a long lunch and an evening flight. Five nights, four rounds, two emirates.
Indicative package range
Indicative 2026 ranges, third party and per head, excluding flights. Green fees, hotels and currencies all move with the season, so always confirm directly before booking.
| Package level | Per head, indicative | What it tends to include |
|---|---|---|
| Value | From around 1,800 to 2,800 USD | Four star city base, three rounds, shared transfers, breakfast, twilight tee times for value. |
| Premium | Around 3,000 to 5,000 USD | Five star Marina, Downtown or Saadiyat base, marquee rounds at the Majlis and Yas Links, private transfers. |
| Luxury | 5,500 USD and up | Landmark suites, a full marquee card across both emirates, private guiding and chauffeur transfers. |
Best time to book. For prime winter golf from November to March, book three to six months ahead. For value, target the shoulder weeks and twilight tee times. Book single tee times through our partners [TEE_TIME_AFFILIATE_LINK], or arrange hotels through [HOTEL_AFFILIATE_LINK]. For the full package, send the brief below.
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Frequently asked
When is the best time for a golf holiday in the UAE?
November to March is prime, with warm days, cool evenings and flawless turf. High summer is very hot, though floodlit twilight rounds keep it playable and rates drop sharply. For the best balance of weather and value, aim for the shoulders of the season in November or March.
How much does a golf trip to the UAE cost?
As a guide, expect indicative 2026 prices from around 1,800 USD per head for a value week up to 5,500 USD and beyond for a luxury trip. Peak season green fees at the marquee courses are high, with the Majlis around 995 AED and Yas Links around 650 AED for eighteen holes. Prices move with the season, so always confirm directly before booking.
Can you combine Dubai and Abu Dhabi on one trip?
Yes, and we recommend it. The two emirates are about a ninety minute drive apart, so a five to seven night trip can comfortably take in the best of both, with the Majlis and Earth in Dubai and Yas Links and Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi.
Is golf in the UAE good for a mixed group?
Very. Alongside world class courses there are beaches, spas, dining and excursions for non golfers, and the conditioning and service are first rate. It is one of the easiest destinations to keep a mixed group happy.
What is the dress code and etiquette?
Smart golf attire is expected, with collared shirts and tailored shorts or trousers, and most clubs ask for soft spikes. Off the course, dress is relaxed but respectful. We brief every group on the specifics for the courses on their itinerary.
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