The Dunes Course
Coastal golf, olive groves and the original Costa Navarino signature course.
The Dunes Course is the original golf anchor at Costa Navarino and the first signature-designed golf course in Greece. Open since May 2010, it moves between seaside ground, river corridors, olive and fruit groves, wide fairways and large undulating greens. The closest holes to the coast introduce links-style features, while the inland sections soften into the Messinian landscape.
Why play The Dunes Course
The Dunes Course works well as the opening round in a Costa Navarino golf trip because it introduces the destination before the contrasting Bay and Navarino Hills courses. Multiple tee sets allow the course to work for mixed-ability groups, while the combination of width, strategic bunkering and changing ground means stronger golfers still need to choose position carefully rather than simply chase distance.
Course character
- Opening and coastal influence: sea and river views establish the resort’s Mediterranean setting early in the round.
- Links-style features: the holes closest to the sea use firmer-looking contours, pot-style bunkering and more exposed ground.
- Inland contrast: olive and citrus groves change the visual rhythm and create a softer landscape away from the coast.
- Playability: generous landing areas and multiple tees make the course accessible, but the greens and bunkering still reward sensible angles.
Practice and facilities
Costa Navarino operates the Navarino Golf Academy and practice facilities for golfers who want tuition, warm-up or structured practice around their rounds. Equipment hire and golf packages are also offered by the resort. Current availability should be checked directly when booking.
Explore the four Costa Navarino courses
The Dunes is one of four contrasting 18-hole courses at Costa Navarino. For a complete comparison of the layouts, accommodation, spa experiences and a suggested multi-course itinerary, see our Costa Navarino destination guide.
Stay · Play · Recover
Navarino Dunes combines The Dunes Course with resort accommodation, restaurants, sports and the Anazoe Spa environment. That makes it especially useful as a base for golfers who want morning or afternoon tee times without separating golf from recovery, dining and non-golf activities.
For a multi-round stay, alternate the four courses rather than repeating the same style of golf on consecutive days. Build in practice or recovery between the longest playing days, particularly if the group is combining all four courses in a short window.
Checked 18 September 2026. Course facts are based on Costa Navarino’s current official course information. Tee-time access, opening hours, packages, equipment hire and other time-sensitive details should be reconfirmed directly before committing to non-refundable travel. The Global Golfer’s editorial guidance is independent.
Contact & getting there
Navarino Dunes, Costa Navarino, Messinia, Greece. The courses are spread across different resort locations; confirm your clubhouse and transfer arrangements.
Facilities & practice
Practice facilities, golf services, dining, tuition and equipment availability depend on the course location, date and booking. Confirm the facilities available for your round directly with Costa Navarino.
The Global Golfer view
Coastal golf, olive groves and the original Costa Navarino signature course. For a complete golf break, combine this round with the contrasting courses and resort experiences available across Costa Navarino.
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Before you book
Tee positions, visitor access, green fees, spa and dining arrangements may change. Check current information directly with the operator. The Global Golfer provides independent editorial guidance, not professional golf or medical advice.
Who it suits
Best fit for the trip
Golf & spa breaks
For guests combining a round on the Dunes with resort accommodation and recovery time.
Course-design travellers
For golfers interested in the Bernhard Langer-designed Dunes layout and its Mediterranean landscape.
Multi-course itineraries
For players planning to sample Costa Navarino’s four distinct courses.
Golf groups
For groups arranging shared tee times and resort activities in one base.
