3 day sailing trip Zadar Croatia
Explore the Adriatic on a private yacht charter
You haven't really been to Croatia, if you hadn't experienced it under the sails. Since this is a seaside country, chartering a private Sailing trip in Croatia with is simply a must-do.
A week-long relaxing holiday cruise among Croatian sun-soaked islands, will elevate your vacation experience to a completely different level. Relax and enjoy in a cruising adventure within you best company and discover idyllic islands, secluded natural beaches, unspoiled landscapes filled with aromatic scent of pine and rosemary and surrender yourself the soothing motion the Adriatic.
Swim in crystal clear waters of pristine Kornati isles or discover the azure blue coves of remote Kvarner gulf, walk the narrow streets of historic Istrian towns Pula, Vrsar, Poreč or Rovinj and find long-lost serenity and harmony in a perfect fusion of natural surroundings and a gentle swing of your yacht.
Discover Mediterranean As It Once Was
The true beauty of renting a private sailing boat at the magnificent Croatian coast is in flexibility and an exclusive opportunity to visit exquisite sailing locations along the Adriatic coast at your own pace. Our skipper will get a feel for the experience that you're after and feel privileged to tailor the itinerary considering your wishes and holiday expectations.
He will sail the yacht to idyllic island beaches where you can snorkel or swim in crystal-clear sea. In the evenings feel free to take a walk along the crisscrossed streets of iconic villages or enjoy in a silence of a secluded cove. Istria is world-famous of its culinary works of art, so don't forget to try the famous Istrian truffle dishes, scampi with pasta and selected Malvazija wines.
Rent owner's version 3-cabin sailing yacht in Croatian Istria
The Inclusions on Elan Impression 384
- professional and sociable skipper
- end cleaning, gas and transit log (administration cost)
- fuel for the yacht
- dinghy with outboard engine
- clean bed linen
- cockpit cushions
- local tourist tax
- deposit insurance for the yacht (300€ refundable)
Professional skipper is included
Obligatory extras:
- food and drinks for you and skipper
- 300€ refundable deposit in case of damage from negligence*
- port and marina fees(from 50€ - 100€ marina, app. 30€ buoy)
Optional extras:
- hostess /cook 120€/day plus food
- SUP (stand up paddle) 80€/week
- swimming and bathing towels (5€/pair)
- half board 30€/person/day
Plenty of space in a sun-soaked salon
Bright salon can easily acoomodate a small group of friends or a family with kids at the dinner table inside. Fridge with ice box shall keep the drinks cold in hot summer months.
3 bedrooms with large double beds assure enough comfort and space. Bow cabin with king-size owner's bed absorbs plenty of sunlight through large skylight window.
Electric toilets are installed in the aft cabin bathroom aswell as in the owner's in the front.
Cockpit folding table
Teak-covered cockpit can accomodate up to 6 persons behind the table. Although 4 is recommended for a better quality of living aboard.
Perfect place to bask in the sun on deck
The inclusions on the Elan 384 yacht
- fresh bed linen, pillows
- sponges and kitchen towels
- gas for cooking
- freezer and refrigerator
- cockpit cushions
- dishes, kitchen ware, glasses
- snorkelling gear (5€/piece)
3 large bedrooms with skylight windows
The benefits on a private sailing trip
- tailor your itinerary together with your skipper
- sail as a local
- visit best sailing places and hidden corners along the Croatian coast
- explore secluded islands at your own pace
- experience the highlights with your close ones
- first-hand discover that sailing is best way to travel around Croatia
- try the unique Mediterranean kitchen on a sailboat
- receive first-hand tips from your knowledgeable skipper
Explore Croatian Coast from attractive destinations
Our private sailing yacht Elan Impression 384 is moored near Istrian pearl Porec. This charming medieveat town is worth exploring before or after embarking on your holiday cruise. Especially its UNESCO World Heritage site, the stunning Euphrasian Basilica cathedral.
This custom-made 40-foot beauty can accommodate our guests in three spacious, double-bed cabins. A sailing tour on our private sailboat Elan impression 384 is suitable for adventure seeking couples, a honeymoon vacation or can be rented as a private yacht for family sailing holidays.
Our Elan yacht has the capacity for six guests, but we recommend 4. Especially if your trip should take more than 3 days.
Your knowledgeable skipper will take care of your comfort aboard, secure privacy and space if needed and provide best internal tips. He will smoothly navigate the boat to the most stunning places, you only dreamed of.
Sailing from Pula to Zadar
Seize this opportunity and sail in Istria, Kvarner and Dalmatia within 1 week.
Take the advantage of a one-way sailing trip from Pula to Zadar with no extra fees. With boarding in Rovinj and finishing in Zadar, this itinerary provides extra route opportunities and the chance to discover even more Croatian islands and beautiful destinations.
7-day one-way itinerary:
Day 1. Rovinj - Pula (or Brioni islands wildlife park)
Day 2. Pula - Unije island
Day 3. Unije - Mali Lošinj Town
Day 4. Mali lošinj - Island Rab
Day 5. Island Rab - Silba Island
Day 6. Silba - Dugi otok island (Saharun beach)
Day 7. Dugi otok - Zadar (Check-Out)
Private yacht tour is probably the most exciting and hassle-free way of traveling along the Croatian coast. Book a yacht charter with skipper to discover the magnificent Croatian islands with a 100% flexible itineraries.
5 islands in Croatia you need to explore on your sailing trip:
- Unije - small isolated islet In Kvarner gulf where time really stops
- Silba - the island of love and emerald coves in northern Dalmatia
- Dugi Otok - the home of pristine nature, impressive coves and a paradise for sailors
- Kornati - a secluded getaway for everyone searching for tranquility and topmost local cuisine
- Kaprije - the island of traditional cuisine and genuine people
- Send us inquiry form, where you specify: preferable date, number of people coming, destination in Croatia and share your holiday expectation.
- Let us know if you prefer catamaran or a sailing boat.
- Our team will recommend a suitable vessel and help you with te booking procedure.
- After the advanced payment of 50% is paid, consider your charter fully booked. The balance should be covered 4 weeks before departure.
- We will send you boarding pass with all the details.
- Pack your bags and enjoy your private yacht holiday in Croatia.
Weekly cost for a private sailing trip in Istria on our comfortable privately owned 3-cabin yacht starts at 1.900€/week in the off season months May, September and October. Through June and late August, early September 2.200€. July and August 2.700€. The price includes: sailboat, skipper service, final cleaning, tourist taxes, fuel, dingy with outboard engine and 1 skipper's dinner.
THE EXTRAS:
- food and drinks for you and your skipper
- 300€ refundable deposit in case of damage
- port and marina fees average 60€ per night
The cost to charter a private 50-foot sailing yacht in Croatia lies at approx. 4.500€ weekly in top season and 3.500€ in the shoulder season (June and September). Suitable for 8 guests plus skipper, this comfortable sailing yacht is available from various marinas along the Croatian coast between Pula in Istria and Dubrovnik in south Dalmatia. The price includes: Yacht rental, end cleaning, dingy with outboard motor and Wi-Fi aboard.
In Croatia is also possible to charter a yacht for less than 7days. Short yacht charters are possible in the off season or last minute. The average price for a 3-day sailing yacht rental on Bavaria 46 in June or September lies at 350€ per day. For more information, please send us inquiry.
Obligatory Extras:
- End cleaning 180€
- Tourist tax 1.35/person
- Deposit for yacht 1.600€
Yes. Croatia yacht charters in July and August run in weekly periods from Saturday to Saturday. A short yacht trip for 3, 4 or 5 days within the off- season months May, June, September and October is also possible.
Simply send us the inquiry, and share you holiday expectations, so that we can tailor a suitable cruising adventure for your group. The itineraries are entirely flexible and can be personalized to meet your needs.
The best family friendly cruising experience in Croatia is a 7-day sailing trip in Zadar. Chartering a private sailing yacht or catamaran for a relaxing cruise across the serene northern Adriatic is the most hassle-free and genuine trip for families with children. Surrounded with myriad of impressive islands within a completely natural environment in a comfortable accommodation on your very own sailing yacht, could be a life-time adventure for your close ones.
Sun-soaked north Dalmatian coast is one of most island dense places in Mediterranean and assures amazing holiday opportunities. Small distances and easy island hopping will make your cruise not only safer but also more relaxing and interesting.
It only takes a couple of miles to hop from one isle to another, which is perfect for families with kids. Myriad of impressive coves with sandy or pebbled beaches to snorkel will make everybody happy. There are many attractive water worlds and aqua parks in almost every village between Zadar and Sibenik for some extra fun and excitement.
Sailing season in Croatia runs between April and late October. That is when the weather at the Croatian coast is pleasant and sunny with constant moderate winds assuring perfect sailing conditions. Find what month suits you best for your sailing holiday in Croatia below:
- April - this is the month booked for experienced sailors and regattas. If you want to learn sailing Easter period is your best chance
- May - spring temperatures on Croatian islands are near perfect for various recreational activities combined with sailing
- June - fuses the best of a sailing experience in Croatia; warm weather, fair winds, less traffic and lower shoulder season prices
- July - best time for a family sailing trip. Children will love to swim in the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea during the heat of summer
- August - the hottest, driest and most popular month for sailing with myriad of festivals and events, when the social season is in full swing
- September - is the time for a genuine sailing adventure "Croatian style" when sailors meet and dream about their perfect getaways
- October - explore popular islands Hvar, Vis, Kornati islands and coastal cities as a local. Autumn is the time for serene maritime pleasures
Croatia in general, is one of the safest countries in the world. Overall crimes in Croatia are quite low making it extremely safe to travel around. On land or at sea. This Mediterranean gem is the cradle of sailing holidays and a true paradise for sailing inclined.
With crystalline waters of the Adriatic, abundance of sunshine, moderate winds and original local people is a must-visit for beginners or experienced sailors. Please remember 2 important facts about sailing in Croatia - respect the weather and be cautious of the gusty Bora wind.
Book a private sailing trip. If you are searching for a genuine and a different vacation in Croatia, then hiring a private sailing yacht charter with skipper for a week or two is a must. Yacht trip represents a stylish and delightful cruising experience and the ultimate holiday in a relaxaing in Mediterranean style.
It is the most unique way of travelling and exploring Croatian impressive coast surrounded with hundreds of seclude islands, pristine beaches, historic villages, vibrant cities and intact nature.
Best places for taking your yacht holidays are in Istria with some of the largest yachting resorts near Pula or island Krk. Alternatively you can also charter yachts in city Zadar or Split to visit Dalmatian islands Hvar, Korcula, Brac and Vis or marine national parks Kornati and Krka waterfalls.
In these uncertain times caused by the COVID-19 outbreak is hard to think of a better vacation then a private yacht rental. Taking a relaxed sailing trip with your close ones to explore hundreds, mostly uninhabited Croatian islands is the safest holiday at the moment.
Staying isolated from busy mainland cities in the fresh ocean air, absorbing pleasant sunbeams in the company of the people you know is best way to reduce the chance of getting infected with Coronavirus.
Please remember and pack light
With plenty of sun, Croatia is one of the sunniest European destinations. The climate along the Adriatic coast in summer is quite dry and hot. If your sailing trip is in summer, just bring bathing suite, extra swimming towels, and your personal wardrobe (not too much). In case of rain you need to bring some warm clothes, maybe a light sweater, water resistant wind jacket and a pair of sneakers with rubber sole. It is highly recommended to bring your soft handbag a duffel bag or rucksack instead of a plastic suitcase, simply to gain more space in yacht's cabin. Please read about the Sail Croatia Packing List for newbies.
8 Things that you Don't want to forget:
- boarding pass/voucher
- sun protection items (sun lotion, sunglasses for UV protection, hat)
- bathing suit
- your passport, or personal ID, enough cash, health insurance
- 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)