Beneteau Oceanis 46.1

Chartering a new 45-foot sailing yacht in Croatia will cost you about 5.000 euros in the high season. Within the shoulder months June and September between 3.000 and 4.000€.

What does that price include?

• 7-day yacht rental
• final cleaning, bedding, bathroom towels
• Wi-Fi connection
• dinghy with outboard engine

In shoulder season you can hire a sailing boat with 3 cabins for about 1.500€, in July and August the cost can be double.

What is included?

• fully equipped sailing yacht
• end cleaning
• dinghy with outboard motor
• Wi-Fi connection aboard.

What are the Extras?

• Skipper fee 1.260€ per week
• tourist tax 1.4€/day/person
• fuel on average 80€/week
• port and marina fees
• safety deposit for yacht 2.000 (refundable if no damage on board)

Best Pula Sailing Itinerary

1. DAY Pula - Kamenjak park
2. DAY Kamenjak - Crossing Kvarner gulf to Mali Lošinj
3. DAY Mali Lošinj - Silba
4. DAY Silba island - Iovik
5. DAY Ilovik - Cres
6. DAY Cres - Unije island
7. DAY Unije - Pula
8. DAY Pula Disembarkation

Chartering a private yacht in Pula will allow you to discover beautiful Kvarner islands Mali Lošinj Cres Unije Ilovik and Brioni Islands National park within a week.

Renting small catamaran in northern Croatia will cost you about 6.500 euros per week in the peak summer season and between 5.000 and 6.000€ in September and June.

What are the inclusions?

• fully equipped sailing yacht
• end cleaning
• dinghy with outboard motor
• Wi-Fi on board

Unije is the most beautiful island you can reach within 4 hours of sailing across Kvarner Bay. Surrounded with emerald waters, untouched landscapes and unique village, this is the perfect getaway during your yacht charter vacation in Croatia.

Chartering a private sailboat in Croatia for 7-days is the most genuine Adriatic yacht charter experience recommended for adventurous groups and families that want to spend active, fun and exciting cruising vacation.

Private sailing trip with local skipper is certainly the most genuine and exciting way to discover mundane Istrian peninsula and untouched Kvarner bay. Pula sailing itinerary is ideal for couples or family sailing vacations. To experience the impressive cultural and biotic diversity of this region, we recommend to rent catamaran in Pula old town or modern marinas Veruda, Pomer, Vrsar Krk, Punat and Funtana.

• the ultimate privacy aboard for your group
• enjoy the holiday moments surrounded with the people you cherish
• explore historic towns, islands and hidden bays at your own pace
• receive best tips from your skipper
• learn how to sail
• relaxing ambience and natural environment
• flexible itinerary, tailored to your needs and wishes

High summer in Croatia might be quite busy with tourists, but the weather is simply glorious. If you like more action, vivacity, buzzing streets and warm temperatures, you will hit the spot, if your book your sailing vacation in Croatia in peak season months July or August. If you prefer more tranquillity and to actually experience the genuine heartbeat of the country, sail Croatia in June or September.

Croatia is one of the world's safest sailing destinations. Overall crimes in Croatia are quite low making it extremely safe to travel around. By land, or at sea. This Mediterranean gem is the cradle of yacht charter holidays and a true paradise for sailing inclined. With warm and calm Adriatic sea, fair weather, abundance of sunshine, moderate winds, hundreds of islands to explore and warm local people is a must-visit for beginners or experienced sailors.

Overall, Croatia has moderate prices compared to other European countries. The prices, however vary between the coast and inland. Locals say that prices at Croatian coast rise as you travel from north to south. Seaside places and Dalmatian islands can be considerable expensive, while northern regions Istria and Kvarner still keep their prices comparable to the inland. Remember to rather eat and drink local then imported.

Compare these prices at the coast:

• cup of coffee 2.0€
•  pint of local beer 3.5€
•  1,5l bottled water from store 0.8€
•  public transport 2€ one way
• 1 bottle of local medium quality wine in store 7€
•  average 3- course dinner 40€/person

Total trip cost really depends on where and how you choose to spend your money and your travelling habits. Yacht charter prices in Croatia are still 10-15% cheaper then in Italy, Greece or Spain.

Croatia has always been a family friendly destination and is among safest countries in the world for a sailing holiday or a yacht trip with your loved ones. Small distances among countless islands, well sheltered anchorages behind every corner, calm Adriatic sea, exotic island beaches and vibrant villages with numerous attractions for kids place Croatian coast as No.1 family destination in Europe.

Pula is the largest city and the capital of Istria region. It is would-famous of its beautiful beaches, Venetian architecture and amazing biodiversity.

• One of the largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world form 1^st. century A.D. (The Arena)
• Rich historic legacy and ancient monuments like The Temple of Augustus, The Hercules gates and the Arch of Sergii
• Best wines in Croatia (Malvazija), Truffle dishes and Proschiutto (smoked ham)
• Tidy pebbled beaches just a couple minutes from the city. The most popular ones: Ambrela Beach, Sacccorgiana Cove, Gortan’s Cove, Beach Valbandon Histria Beach
• Top festivals and events throughout the summer. Pula hosting numerous international concerts and venues inside and outside the arena, really is the Croatian city of festivals.
• A wide selection of top-notch restaurants within and outside the city circle. Here’s just a few Hook&Cook, Lanterna, Vodnjanka

Unique  blend of Italian creativity, typical Mediterranean flavor and a pinch of distinctive continental simplicity created a top-notch Istrian cuisine. There are some must-try delicacies best combined with selection of best regional wines merlot or cabernet sauvignon and the famous Istrian Malvazija, produced from indigenous white grapes.

6 must-try dishes in Istria:

• palette of various cheese (Sheep, Goat, Cow) dipped into Istrian extra-virgin olive oil
• a wide range of truffle-inspired dishes combined with risotto or pasta
• cuttlefish stew with maize porridge
• Kvarner scampi or mussles in “buzara” sauce
• Pljukanci or fuzi  (rolled up shapes of fresh pasta) in Boskarin (typical Istrian beef) sauce
• Grilled plaice or Adriatic squid with mangold (sort of spinach)

A local custom is to start and finish your courses with special aperitif called “rakija” based on honey, mistletoe or various herbs

For a 46-foot sailing yacht local port fees start at 60€/night and it can go up to 120€/berth in some top marinas. The final cost is mostly up to the exact boat length and marina quality service. Price usually includes fresh water refill, shore power, toilet and bathroom facilities. Buoy charge ranges from 30 to 50€. Anchoring is free of charge. A mixture of above options gives the best balance through the week for most groups.