Palm trees, lakes and natural storm gullies known as 'barrancas' are key features of the North Course, which is slightly shorter than the South, with tighter fairways and larger greens.

The greens have plenty of movement built in. A good example is the par 3 second, which has three distinct plateaux - a great test of putting.

The North Course provides a stern test of shot making from golfers of all standards, with a deft touch required on the greens.