Dufour 530

Sailing yacht rental in Croatia will cost you between 7.500€ and 8.200€ per week in high season (July, August). In June from 5.000€ to 6.900€. If you go sailing Croatia in September the average price is around 6.500€.

What is included?

• 1-week Dufour 530 rental
• end cleaning
• bedding, and bathing towels
• Wi-Fi aboard
• dinghy with outboard motor

You can expect the best sailing experince if you book a bareboat charter from large coastal marinas in Zadar, Šibenik, Split or Trogir explore densley scatterd islands of central Dalmatia on a 7-day itinerary. Chartering a skippered sailboat gives you a unique opportunity to discover the treasures of Croatian coast at your own pace and visit  Kornati national park and Krka waterfalls from a comfort of a private sailing yacht.

You will receive the best of the Croatian coast if you book sailing holidays within the summer months. All through May until late September expect long sunny days, dry weather, warm seas and soothing westerly winds. Croatia yacht rental prices between July and August are highest, but the weather for sailing is just delightful. Busy streets of the coastal cities Trogir, Zadar, Dubrovnik and Split in summer are reflecting true pulse of Dalmatia and everything is in full swing. 

Mandatory extras:

• skipper service 1.280€ per week
• fuel per consumption (average 100€ per week)
• tourist tax 1.35€/day/person
• marinas and port fees average 100€ per night
• food and provisioning on board (for skipper also)
• damage safety deposit 3.500€

The optional extras:

• hostess service from 140€/day (980€ weekly)
• cook from 150€/day (1.050€ per week)
• SUP (stand up paddle 120€)

Croatia is among the safest countries in Europe. Overall crimes in Croatia are quite low making it extremely safe to travel around. By land, or by sea. This Mediterranean gem is the cradle of sailing holidays and among best European sailing destinations for families with kids, yachting vacations for couples, or groups of friends wanting to spend a memorable journey in a relaxing Mediterranean style. 

With warm and calm Adriatic, infinite coastline, abundance of sunshine, countless islands, moderate winds and warm local people is a must-visit for beginners or experienced yachtsmen.

If wish to sail around the beautiful Dalmatian coast, you should rent sailboat in Croatia from Šibenik. This is your best option is to visit three marine national parks in Croatia. Krka Waterfalls, Telašcica cliffs and Kornati islands. This area is also the most dense island yachting destination in Croatia. Small distances between the hundreds of islands are one of the reasons that this region is amongst the most popular family sailing destinations at Croatian coast.

Definitively don't miss these ones out:

• Kornati national park - with astonishing lunar landscapes this island chain is truly a natural wonder and a must-visit on your sailing trip
• Island Žut - a little gem with an amazing island cuisine and secluded emerald bays
• Kaprije - small island community near Sibenik is a typical fishing village with warm locals and best locally run Dalmatian cuisine
• Murter - this lively seaside village surrounded with small islets is the perfect blend of the old and the new

When it comes to navigation and safety at sea, skipper is fully in charge of the yacht. He should have well developed organisation and communication skills, to harmonise the crew's wishes with the actual maritime situation.

A good skipper should make the guests aboard feel comfortable, relaxed and safe on their sailing trip. Croatian skippers are communicative, open-minded and full of tips you might find handy on your tour. It is customary to take care for skippers meals and food aboard.