With densely scattered islands and scenic cruising grounds, Zadar sailing itinerary is among best kept secrets of Croatia yacht charter routes. Small distances between the island ports and anchorages ensure more stops for swimming and enought time to explore superb local gastronom. That is why this location is ideal sailing destination in Croatia for a beginner.
This unique route will take you through a maze of tiny islands, marine national parks and hidden Adriatic gems where time beats at a different pace. Your adventure starts in a renown Croatia yacht charter location Biograd from where you will sail around most beautiful islands of Zadar area including iconic Kornati islands. This selected itinerary is best-balanced for a relaxing family sailing vacation and couples that wish to experience less busy ilands and hidden Adriatic gems. Biograd base can be also reached from Split aiport and will take you about 1 hour driving time.
DAY 1. Adventure begins Saturdays in Biograd yacht charter base 15-minutes from Zadar national airport. Afternoon sail to island Pašman. Overnight on anchor and visit nearby local restaurant.
DAY 2. Spend your day surrounded with untouched nature of Kornati national park and tasting traditional Dalmatian delicacies.
DAY 3. Discover original Dalmatian heartbeat on "island of sailors" Kaprije. Try fresh seafood dishes in local fisherman's house.
DAY 4. Free day for swimming & snorkelling. Later return to base marina and explore the city of kings Biograd remembering the joyful moments of a sailing cruise with your fellow travellers. Overnight. Check out by 9 AM Saturday.
All inclusive yacht charter vacation in Croatia will cost you between 5.000€ and 7.000€ per week in high season and about 4.000€ in June or September.
In summer period crewed sailing charter in Croatia will cost you about 8.000 euros weekly, not including food, fuel and mooring fees.
Marinas in Zadar and Split provide best short-term private yacht charter options in Croatia with all inclusive packages including skipper and flexible itineraries.
Private yacht charter cost usually includes:
With low winds, dry climate and numerous densely scattered islands preventing the waves getting too choppy, Croatia is considered best yacht charter destination in the word ideal for a beginner or a family sailing trip.
The summer months June, July and August is ideal time for a gentle cruise around the stunning Croatian islands.
May and June are considered the most affordable months to charter sailboat in Croatia. Renting a yacht in the off season also means fewer crowds in popular locations and less marine traffic in island ports and marinas.
Best sailing locations in Croatia are numerous Dalmatian islands between the two largest coastal cities Split and Zadar.
7-day sailing trip is ideal yacht charter duration for groups that wish to experience Croatian islands at a relaxing stress-free pace.
Day 1: Biograd marina - island Pašman
Day 2: Pašman - Kaprije island
Day 3: Kaprije - Krka Waterfalls, Skradin (opt for Primošten or Rogoznica village)
Day 4: Krka - Kornati Smokvica island
Day 5: Kornati national park experience
Day 6: Kornati - Sali village on Dugi otok
Day 7: Sali - Biograd