FLOTILLA CROATIA 2026
- WHEN? JUNE 2026 From 13.06. till 20.06.
- WHERE? Marina Kornati, Biograd
Croatia Flotilla Sailing Itinerary - Kornati Adventure
Experience Kornati Islands
One of the itinerary highlights is sailing Kornati islands national park. It is a hidden gem of Adriatic and among last heavenly oasis at the Croatian coast. This secluded island chain consists of over 140 unique yellow-coned islands, islets and rocks bathing in sky-blue seas. It is considered a true sailing paradise and a genuine getaway for everyone that love untouched natural surroundings, peaceful environment and fresh seafood delicacies. That is why our flotilla stops in one of the bays with a traditional fisherman's house where you can taste true flavor of the Adriatic.
Yachts Available For Kornati Flotilla
What is included in Kornati flotilla holidays?
- 7-day group support & service of flotilla staff
- welcome package of basic supplies (paper towels, bin bags,...)
- final cleaning of the yachts
- bedding
- dinghy, outboard engine with fuel, cooking gas, full water tanks
- farewell party at the end of the week
- Active Sailing end of week regatta organisation
- free Wi-Fi Internet on board
- 1X welcome dinner in a traditional fisherman's house
What are the extras?
- fotilla fee 600€ (3 cabins) 750€ (4-5 cabins & catamarans)
- tourist tax 1.35€ per person per day
- security deposit 1.500 - 3.000€ (or deposit insurance from 200 - 400€ per boat)
- berth and mooring fees app. 70€ per night (2-3 nights in ports)
- national park entrance
- fuel for the yacht (per consumption)
- skipper fee 1.260€ (optional)
How does it work?
Flotilla yacht charter program is designed specially for day skippers who want additional structure and itinaray support and mooring/docking assistance during yacht charter vacation in Croatia.
Before departure, your will receive all the details and information through the boarding pass. The office staff in marina Biograd will be waiting for you to start the bareboat yacht charter check in procedure.
Skippers will first have a short meeting with our organizing team. We recommend you to stock the boat's lockers before we set sail. Grocery shop is 50 meters from marina Biograd. Don't worry, there will be lots of opportunities to supply your boat along the way.
Boarding time is Saturday after 3:00 PM. Once you setteled in, your leading skipper will inform you with route details and your sailing odyssey can start...
Navigate your yacht with confidence
Now it is time to hoist those sails, start to enjoy, relax and sail your worries away, gliding across the blue waters of Adriatic. Our flotillas usually sail on the line-of-sight-navigation, trying to keep distances small with lots of stops in lovely coves, carefully chosen by your leading crew.
On daily basis, your lead skipper will update you with the route details and daily dynamics. After everyday briefing skippers will be left to explore the high seas on their own if preffered. Whether you’re looking for some exciting solo sailing or searching for the perfect beach, you can sail with confidence knowing that any assistance from your lead crew is only a phone or a radio call away. You are welcome to join our flotilla friends for evening social events and share your daily adventures or just explore the beautiful sites at your own pace.
Every flotilla week we host one welcome dinner
FAQs
Flotilla holiday is an exclusive sailing event in Croatia where a group of bareboat chartered yachts sail on shared itinerary with the organized support of a leading crew.
Sailboat rental for Kornati Croatia flotilla ranges from 2.000€ on smaller sailing boats to 3.500€ weekly for larger 50-foot yachts.
With affordable yacht rental prices, stable dry weather and fewer crowds in the islands, June is ideal month in Croatia for a flotilla holiday.
Kornati sailing itinerary is best balanced flotilla holiday route in Croatia recommended for crews that prefer smaller sailing distances, authentic locations and easy island hopping.
Chartering a bareboat sailboat in Croatia requires a valid skipper's license, issued by the state authority of the country that you are coming from. For sailing in the Croatian territorial waters, you need a valid nautical international certificate of competence (ICC) and a VHF radio license. If you are not sure your permit is adequate check here what boating licences issued from your country are competent for Croatian waters
Our flotilla yachts are moored in Kornati Biograd Marina only 20-minute drive from Zadar airport.
The maximum Kornati flotilla capacity is 10 sailing yachts. All our bareboat yachts are newer models, contemporary equipped, customized for charter purposes and easy to handle.
With largest number of active charter fleets in Europe and boats at competitive prices, Croatia is still considered among most affordable yacht charter destinations on the Mediterranean.
Calm seas, dry Mediterranean climate, low winds and hundreds of densely scattered islands make Croatian coast one of the safest and interesting sailing grounds in the world ideal for beginners and day sailors.
A unique fusion of sunny weather, low winds, warm seas, scenic densely scattered islands and well-protected ports make Croatia one of the best place to sail in Europe ideal for experienced sailors or a beginner.
The main difference between Croatia and Greece is in the sailing distances to cover between the islands. Greek islands are much further from each other, while in Croatia the distances are much smaller. That is why sailing in Croatia is ideal for beginners and groups that wish to spend some extra time exploring the islands and prefer more stops during the day for swimming and snorkeling.
8 Things that you don't want to forget:
- boarding pass/voucher & original nautical ICC certificate of competence
- bathing suit or a swimsuit and a hat to protect you from sunbeams
- your passport, or personal ID, enough cash (EUROS), health insurance
- sailing shoes with rubber sole
- 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.
Flotilla yacht charter is designed specially for "day skippers" who want additional support during their sailing week in Croatia. You can hire a local skipper if none of your crew owns adequate sailing license, or if you are insecure into your sailing abilities.
Active Sailing charter team will be more than happy to offer the advice and assistance of our experienced croatian skippers that know the area and flotilla routes. They are knowledgeable, open-minded and fluent in English.
The skipper's fee on Croatia flotilla charters is 1.330 euros per week.
