Best Time To Sail Croatia

Renting a yacht in Croatia is definitivelly the most authentic vacation experience at the Croatian coast. And chartering your very own sailing yacht for a week will allow you to reveal the true secrets of this remarkable country and visit idyllic Croatian islands at your own pace.

Just imagine being on a private yacht, anchored in your very own bay surrounded with stunning maritime environment and infinite sky-blue seas. Simpy switch to relax mode, unwind and let the Dalmatian temperament and Adriatic atmosphere carry you to a genuine holiday feel.

Hire skippered or a crewed charter in Croatia

To fully relax during your charter vacation, skippered yacht or a crewed catamaran charter in Croatia is ideal choice. Sailing across spakling Adriatic with skipper is probably the ultimate Croatia yacht charter experience. It is considered affordable for most groups with best balanced itinerary when it comes to Croatia yacht charter adventure. It is an amazing opportunity to receive priceless first-hand tips and itinerary advices from your skipper and explore islands as a local.

Navigating among the hundreds of tiny islands, can be a challenge even for experienced sailors. That is why hiring local skipper to guide you safely through the week might be a good idea.

Skippers in Croatia are communicative, fluent in English, fun to be around and open minded guys (and girls) that know best cruising locations, safe sailing grounds and hidden bays where you can enjoy, swim or chill in a gentle swing of your yacht. The itinerary on private charters in Croatia is flexible and can be arranged with your skipper before and during your week.

Choose the season to best suit your travelling style and budget 

Sailing holidays in July or August is recommended for travelers searching for a relaxing, laid-back cruising adventure filled with pleasurabe summertime moments. If you own a boating license, rent bareboat charter in Croatia in the off season to save money. Families with kids should rather consider booking yacht holiday within the summer months when winds are low and the sea temperature ideal for various water activities. Find out more about boating vacations in Croatia in the following articles BAREBOAT vs. CREWED CHARTERS and WHERE TO SAIL IN CROATIA

How much does it cost to rent a sailboat in Croatia?

Croatia is considered as one of the most affordable European yachting destinations and best location for a relaxing sailing holiday. However, private yacht charter vacation is an exclusive cruising experience and exclusivity also means higher expenses. Not just for renting a yacht but also the mooring fees and fuel consumption.

If you are on budget it is important to realize yacht rental cost is considerably lower during the off season. Especially in May or June. Then you can charter standard 40-foot sailing boat for about 1.500 euros per week. In peak season months July and August the prices for the same sailboat can go up to 3.000€. In September and June you can expect the cost somewhere in between.

 How much for sailing holidays in Croatia?

Renting a sailboat in Croatia  suitablle for larger family will cost you on average 3.500€ per week. Small Catamaran charter in Croatia will cost you about 6.000€ weekly.

What are the extras for crewed yacht charters in Croatia?

• skipper from 180€ - 250€ per day (depending on boat size)
• local tourist tax and permit 1.35€/day/person
• fuel average consumption 100€ per week
• ports an marina fees average 100€ per night (island ports are much cheaper)
• deposit for yacht between 1.500 and 3.000 Euros
• various water toys (optional) 100€ per week

Yacht prices in June or September are on average 30% lower. For exact pricing please send your inquiry to a reliable Croatia yacht charter agency.

Ideally is to sail Croatia within the summer months 

Croatia weather is pretty much the same as everywhere else in the east Mediterranean (Italy, Greece). The forecast for the region you are about to visit plays the main role when you are considering of setting the date of your odyssey. If you prefer swimming, water activities, warm seas and buzzing island atmosphere, take your trip in summer months.

The temperatures at the Adriatic vary from north to south. In northern parts of Croatia (Istria, Kvarner) it can be extremely hot during the summer months with low winds and a chance of a passing thunder storm. Dalmatian islands take less rain and there are always soothing westerly winds blowing from the seas cooling the warm summer air, assuring perfect sailing conditions.

Weather at the Croatian coast in June and September is simply delightful

If you are sensitive to heat, then you should consider taking your trip in April, May, September or October. Air temperature during daytime in April and May can easily reach over 25^o (77F). However, the sea temperature is still a bit cold - between 15-20^o (70F).

The peak season stretches between the middle of June toward the end of September. Mercury is at consistent 30^o (87F), often peaking well into the 40^o (104F). Pushing towards Autumn the air temperature drops to the mild 25-30 (77-86F). The sea can hold pleasant 20^o until October. 

Adriatic weather can be quite tricky though. Mostly due to the closeness of mountain barriers, a light summer NW "Maestral" breeze from the seas, can easily turn into near gale force "Bora" winds (NE) blowing from mainland. There is always weather warning issued beforehand, so that you can find a safe shelter in time. Here's the tip how to make the ultimate sailing packing list.

Convert degrees Celsius to Fahrenheit with this simple formula: Fahrenheit = [°C] × 9 / 5 + 32

Pros and cons for Sailing Croatia in September