Yacht Charter Croatia

General info

With its amazing 5835 kilometers of coastline and 1185 islands and islets, Croatia offers fascinating places to discover. It is one of the most fascinating archipelagos in the world, where the Mediterranean civilization, history and culture have left vestiges that can be seen even today as authentic as they were once.

Nautical tourism in Croatia rapidly developed since 90' tees and today all types of charter holidays are at disposal to the more or less experienced sailors and sailing fans: bareboat, skippered or crewed charter and all types of sailing boats, motor boats, power boats, catamarans, mega yachts, gulets. Today in Croatia 78 charter companies, dispose with more than 1600 boats for crewed and bareboat charter of which about 1450 modernly equipped sailing boats, mostly Bavaria, Elan, Jeanneau and Beneteau models and around 150 motor yachts.

Most of these companies are united under the Croatian Charter Vessels Group and regulary exibiting on the largest yachting and nautical fairs around world. The reason for such rapid developement lies in a number of advantages that Croatia as a destination has to offer.

Fascinating nature, the long chain of rugged islands of Croatia’s mountainous coast, a lot of abundant anchorages and a stable climate make Croatia a cruising haven with the perfect sailing conditions. For all those keen on privacy or those who prefer untouched nature Croatia offers Mediterranean wild beauty, warm colors with beautiful light, generous and fragrant vegetation. Its coast alternates cliffs and caves, rocky inlets, fine pebble beaches and majestic bays. Traveling to Croatia is fast and easy, within 2 hours by plane you can reach it from almost any corner of the Europe.

Charter area

From Rovinj to Dubrovnik the widest range of attractive destinations , each with their own magical treasures are waiting to be discovered.

• Istra
• Kvarner
• North Dalmatia - Zadar region
• North Dalmatia - Sibenik region
• Central Dalmatia - Split region
• South Dalmatia - Dubrovnik region

Cruise the Croatian coastline and experience an exciting mix of sailing and open water challenge. Explore historical cities, ancient ruins, secluded bays and traditional fishing villages while you soak up the spectacular scenary. This is an area of delightful diversity but with one constant, wherever you go you will be greeted with warm welcome. The first trip to the Adriatic coast and its islands is a journey into the unknown. Every other time you come to visit Croatia you will find it different, but equally breathtaking

Charter bases and marinas

Croatian marinas represent the important support for the developement of nautical tourism. In 50 marinas on the coast 13.200 moorings in the sea and 4.500 moorings on the land are at disposal throughout the whole year. Only some of these marinas are charter base marinas – you can charter a boat from Pula, Rovinj, Losinj, Zadar, Sukosan, Biograd, Sibenik, Primosten, Trogir, Kastela, Split, Dubrovnik. These bases represent the best choices regarding the good highway, airport and railroad connections to the rest of the country and Europe.

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Check detailed info on all Croatian marinas

Sailing conditions

Croatian sailing season runs from April till November and is quite long. The best period to come to Croatia depends on the kind of vacation that you would like to have. In July and August, periods of calm prevail - ideal for those who like smooth waters for enjoying the summer fun activities and water sports, or relaxed vacation with the family.

Winds are predominantly westerly in the summer(Mistral and Tramontana). If sailing is your primary interest then Croatia is a place for you during the early summer and spring with light to moderate winds in May and June.

September and October will provide you the right winds to set your sails and trim your jib with prolonged periods of the Bora (strong north wind) and the Scirocco (humideast-southeast wind). While bura and jugo each in their own way offer to sailors the excitement and challenge, maestral guarantees a pure pleasure during which you can give yourself to the sea without fear. Sailing during the winter on the Adriatic is unique adventure as well, but make sure that you charter a boat with the heating and prepare yourself for possibly high winds and rough sea.

ISTRA

KVARNER

NORTH DALMATIA

CENTRAL DALMATIA

SOUTH DALMATIA