CROATIA SAILING HOLIDAYS

Renting a sailboat in Croatia with 4 cabins, suitable for 5-6 persons will cost you between 3.500€ and 4.000 euros per week within high summer. If you sail Croatia in September or June, expect about 30% lower prices.

What are the extra costs at spot?

• Port & marina fees on route (depending on the number of stops)
• Fuel per consumption 100€ per week on average
• Tourist tax 1.35€ per day per person
• Deposit for yacht 1.500€ - 2.000€ (refundable if no damage)
• Crew service between 1.120€ and 1.400€ per week (skipper, hostess and chef)

Total weekly price for sailing holiday on a standard 4-cabin sailboat lies between 3.500 and 4.200 euros in June and September and around 5.000€ in the peak season. The price includes 1-week boat rental with skipper and excludes port fees, fuel and food for you and skipper.

Croatia yacht charter prices in the off season start at 2.500 euros per week for 50-foot sailing yachts and can go to up to 6.000€ in peak season. Renting catamaran in Croatia will cost you between 7.500€ and 8.500€ per week in the summer months. 

You can book sailing yachts and catamarans in 4 major yacht charter destinations along the Croatian coast:

1. Pula/Istria
2. Zadar/Kornati
3. Split and
4. Dubrovnik

Largest modern marinas from where you can book a bareboat charter in Croatia are in Split (bases Kaštela, Trogir, Rogoznica) and Zadar region (Sukošan, Biograd and in UNESCO site - Šibenik town).

To secure your sailing holidays in Croatia your yacht charter needs to be paid in advance. After you confirmed the booking, 50% of down payment needs to be paid. Balance payment is 4 weeks before your departure.

How do I pay the deposit?

The most common yacht charter payment method is wiring the money from your bank. Most of our clients use REVOLUT and WISE apps to send the money from their credit cards. These are the safest, fastest and also cheapest options to pay for your charter.

• SUN ODYSSEY 440
• BALI 4.6
• DUFOUR 530
• OCEANIS 51.1
• OCEANIS 46.1
• BAVARIA C42 
• DUFOUR 460
• LAGOON 42
• ASTREA 42
• OCEANIS 40.1

The summer months July and August are definitively best for an indulging holiday cruise. That is when the weather at the Croatian coast is pleasant and sunny with light winds creating ideal sailing conditions. See below what month is best for your boating holidays in Croatia:

• April - this is the month reserved for enthusiastic seafarers and regattas. If your group wishes to learn how to sail, then Easter period is your best chance
• May - seize the opportunity of pleasant spring temperatures for an active holiday experience and combine island hopping with sailing, trekking and cycling 
• June - fuses the best of a sailing experience in Croatia; warm weather, blooming fragrant landscapes, less marine traffic and lower shoulder season prices
• July - best time for a family sailing trip. Children will love to swim in the warm waters of the Adriatic sea during the summer heat
• August - the hottest and driest month is time of festivals and events at the coast. Everything is buzzing and the sailing season is in full swing
• September - is the time for flotillas and day sailors wanting to avoid the summer crowds and catch best wisnds of the season
• October - best time to explore Hvar Vis and popular cities Split or Dubrovnik in a relaxing Mediterranean fashion. With no crowds.

You can sail from Split to Dubrovnik and back on a 2-week yacht charter itinerary. This is the most indulging way of visiting the most beautiful islands in between in a relaxing Mediterranean pace.

If you only have 7 days to spend on a private sailboat, you will make the most of your yacht vacations in Croatia by renting a sailing charter in Dubrovnik or start your sailing trip in Split. Please keep in mind that a 7 day one way skippered charters in Croatia can carry additional fees and may require for you to check-out a day early depending the distance between the starting and the finishing base.

• Catamaran Cruise in Split Currently the most popular sailing itinerary in Croatia assures you a relaxing and and a comfortable yachting experience on our sailing catamarans.
• Dubrovnik Sailing Holiday Is ideal for a private honeymoon trip or vacation for couples. Romantic Korčula town or lush-green island Mljet is a must visit.
• Zadar Sailing Trips Families with small kids simply love this itinerary. Easy island hop and small distances between hundreds of islands promises a leisurely cruising adventure.
• Pula Sailing Trip If you wish to explore historic Roman cities, charming fishing villages, densely-wooded islands, intact beaches and beyond, rent sailboat in Pula.

Chartering a catamaran is definitively more expensive then renting sailing boat charter in Croatia. Not only the bareboat yacht price, but also the cost for fuel and marina fees are in average higher when you rent catamaran in Croatia

With abundance of sunshine, warm and dry summers Croatia is ideal yacht charter destination, recommended for couples, groups of friends or a family sailing vacation. Hundreds of densely scattered islands and light summer winds make this European country one of the most popular and safest sailing destinations in the world. Croatian coast fusses together the very best for a 7 day boat holiday: natural scenery, crystal-clear seas, cultural and historical heritage, vibrant seaside villages and a world-known Mediterranean gastronomy.

These are the ultimate sailing holiday experiences in Croatia with selected sailing itineraries:

1. Split sailing itinerary - Best kept secret yacht charter itinerary in Croatia if you wish to avoid crowds. Including world-famous islands Hvar Vis Brač and Šolta
2. Kornati cruising adventure - Visit 3 magnificent national parks within a week. Ideal itineries for a relaxing family sailing holiday
3. Istria sailing - Set sail from iconic Pula city and cruise between largest Croatian islands with beautiful coves and amazing swim spots. Ideal region for activity sailing experience 
4. Dubrovnik sailing itinerary - Start your adventure UNESCO site Dubrovnik and explore secluded national parks in Croatia Mljet and Lastovo islet.

We believe that the outstanding performances should be rewarded, however, the final tip mostly depends up to your general satisfaction onboard our crewed charters. Gratuities are discretionary, but it's customary to acknowledge the crew effort. The usual tip for services aboard our skippered sailing boats is between 10 and 20% of the weekly fee, that should be given in cash at the end of your journey to your skipper.

Dalmatian islands betwen cities Zadar and Split are ideal for a relaxing Adriatic yacht charter week. These are the most beautiful islands to visit:

• Unije island a secluded gem on northern Adriatic when you sail from Pula.
• Silba don't miss out Dalmatian isle of love, surrounded with intact emerald bays
• Dugi Otok is at  a doorstep of zadar city. This lush-green island is the place where crystal-clear blue waters give way to white-sand beaches and secluded coves
• Kornati national park is where you will find seclusion and serenity between unique yellow-coned island tops
• Kaprije typical fishing town is the perfect fusion of traditional cuisine and genuine people
• Šolta is a cradle of sustainable tourism, traditional production and lush-green forests
• Brač a "stone kingdom of Croatia" full of charming towns and impressive architecture
• Vis - mystical island of legends, myths and natural wonders. Spend the night in iconic Komiža - the oldest fishing village on Adriatic
• Hvar is simply a must. Walk around famous Hvar village and old town Stari Grad plateau and experience the harmony between the old and the new
• Korčula - a home of world travelers, impressive cultural heritage and best Dalmatian wines

In most cases private yacht charters in Croatia has skipper service included and if clients desire also a stewardess/hostess on board. If you wish a care-free and a relaxing sailing cruise, we advise you hire a hostess. They are fluent in English and sometimes also multilingual. In cooperation with the skipper, they will make sure that your catamaran holiday in Croatia is an indulging experience. Please remember that your skipper and hostess are your best tripsadvisors, so simply trust yourself into their capable hands.

Here you can see the basic assignments that a hostess does:

• keeping all areas on yacht clean and tidy
• handling the provisioning throughout the trip (shopping for supplies, taking care of fresh food before and during your trip)
• she prepares and serves two light meals daily (breakfast and one simple lunch) - extra meals are option with additional fee.
• washes the dishes, cleans the galley and salon

Hostess fee starts at 140€ per day and can go up to 190€, depending on how many assignments she has and the number of the people on board. This fee does not include her meals.

Tip 1: We advise, that you assure her some APA money (advanced provisioning allowance) so that she has enough to pay for the daily shopping.

Tip 2: When you hire yacht in Croatia with a hostess you already get 2 meals included. That gives you more free time to explore the islands and have your dinner outside. Especially if you wish to taste Dalmatian delicacies in typical family-run taverns called "konoba". With their local knowledge and experience, a hostess will be happy to recommend best local restaurants.

Prevailing winds in Croatia are typically mild with frequent periods of calm so the waves don't reach more than 2 feet. The Dalmatian Coast is protected from rough seas thanks to the belt of islands just off mainland Croatia. Although the winds in Croatia (Bora wind especially) sometimes reach gale forces, there is always an island to protect you from choppy waves. Although thes places offer attractive sailing ambience, you should avoid them when Bora winds is forecasted: Kvarner Gulf, Velebit Channell and Makarska region.

8 essential things, you don't want to forget to bring on a sailing cruise:

•  boarding pass/voucher
•   sun protection items (sun lotion, sunglasses for UV protection, hat)
•   bathing suit or a swimsuit
•   your passport, or personal ID, enough cash, health insurance
•   swimming towels
•   your personal items (prescription pills, medicine for allergy...)
•   a wind stopper or a wind breaker in summer a long-sleeved cardigan would do
•   positive vibes (leave your worries at home)

Before departure please read about the Sail Croatia Packing List for newbies and remember to pack light.