A heavenly archipelago made up of over one thousand islands, a sunny stretch of beaches and incredible natural diversity are only some of the reasons why Croatia’s nautical allure has never wavered, luring more and more yachtsmen to its astounding shores. With its gorgeous little ports, a wealth of cultural treasures and mouth-watering gastronomic delights, Croatia is indeed a perfect choice for Mediterranean yacht cruising.

Charter options
Charter holidays in Croatia provide a diverse array of opportunities, depending on your personal needs and budget. True sailing enthusiasts will surely find something to their taste among a variety of sailing boats on offer whereas those in search of comfort and luxury can opt for stunning motor yachts, luxury crewed yachts, or comfortable catamarans. Of course, splendid cruising yachts; gulets, motor sailers & mini cruisers must not be left out from the offer, bearing a traditional charm that cannot be compared to any other type of vessel. Due to the presence of a skillful and professional crew, fully crewed charters are becoming increasingly popular in this part of the Mediterranean, providing guests with a carefree and relaxing holiday in some of the most incredible sailing areas on the Adriatic.
In order to match your requirements and nautical skills, you can also choose between bareboat, skippered and crewed yacht charter, each bringing you its own holiday advantages. Apart from renting the entire yacht, you can opt for cabin charter as well, but on selected yachts only.
Depending on which sailing region you wish to explore the best, cruising holidays in Croatia are usually based on 7 or 14 days itineraries, the latter being an ideal choice for one-way charters which imply embarking in one charter base and disembarking in another.
Most yachts are available from Istria to Dubrovnik, however, some of the most popular cruising regions include central Dalmatia and Split area, southern Croatia with famous Dubrovnik as its crown, then a mesmerizing Kornati archipelago and lovely Kvarner bay with a maze of dazzling islets. You can easily reach any of the charter bases, which is another reason why Croatia is such an irresistible yacht charter destination.

Maritime Infrastructure
In addition to its captivating natural beauty, Croatia has an excellent maritime infrastructure that provides a superb sailing experience to all the yacht charter clients. There are 56 marinas in total, offering approximately 16 thousand moorings in the sea and additional 5 thousand dry berths, with 21 marinas belonging to a reputable Adriatic Croatian International Club, also known as ACI. All the marinas offer a comprehensive range of services and are equipped with various facilities such as restaurants, bars, parking space, showers, toilets and grocery shops, providing a highly comfortable stopover to all sailors and an excellent starting point for onward charter cruises along the Adriatic. Dotting the entire coastline, from Dubrovnik in the south of Adriatic up to Umag in the north of Croatia, marinas are easily accessible and relatively short distance away from each other, leaving you with plenty of time to discover a range of sailing spots at your own leisure. Apart from offering essential provisions and technical services to yachts of all sizes, a vast number of Croatian marinas are also an imminent addition to any sailing itinerary in Croatia.
If you want to escape the maddening summer crowds, discover cities steeped in history and culture or simply admire spectacular coastal views, Croatia should be at the very top of your must-sail list as one of the most coveted sailing destinations in the world.