Sailing routes in Croatia
Croatia is a thousand islands along the Dalmatian coast and the densest marina network in the Mediterranean. Bases in Split, Trogir, Kaštela, Dubrovnik and Pula; the classic week from Split takes in Brač, Hvar, Vis and Korčula in legs of 15–30 miles. Nights are spent in ACI marinas, on paid mooring buoys in the bays, or at anchor. Winds are moderate with an afternoon breeze in summer; only the bora and the jugo in the shoulder seasons are a concern. Season May to October, with peak prices in July–August; September is warm and berths are cheaper.
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When is the best time to charter a yacht in Croatia?
Croatia's season runs May to October. July and August are the peak, with the highest prices; in June and September the sea is warm and boats and berths cost less. May and October are the shoulder months: cooler, with the odd bora or jugo, but the lowest prices of the season. From November to March most of the fleet is out of the water.
Which sailing route should I pick in Croatia?
Sailing routes in Croatia, planned day by day: “Split — Hvar”, 8 days, about 150 nautical miles; “Pula — Rab”, 7 days, about 160 nautical miles; “Dubrovnik — Korčula”, 7 days, about 115 nautical miles; “Šibenik — Kornati”, 7 days, about 95 nautical miles; “Zadar — Dugi Otok”, 7 days, about 85 nautical miles; “Trogir — Šolta”, 7 days, about 90 nautical miles; “Trogir — Kornati”, 14 days, about 272 nautical miles; “Trogir — Krka”, 7 days, about 95 nautical miles; “Zadar — Kvarner”, 14 days, about 282 nautical miles. Each route page has the legs, miles and overnight stops.
Do I need a licence to charter a yacht?
For a bareboat charter (no skipper or crew provided), yes: a skipper's licence and, as a rule, a VHF radio certificate. Without a licence, we add a skipper, paid separately from the boat price.
What is the security deposit and how is it paid?
The security deposit is your insurance excess in case of damage, usually €1,000–8,000. It is taken at the base at check-in on a credit card issued outside Russia: charter companies don't accept Russian cards or debit cards. With a hired skipper the deposit terms may be different, and not every charter company accepts a cash deposit or deposit insurance: check with the manager.
