Luxury Yacht Charter in Croatia

Our Croatia sailing charters offer a fabulous escape for the whole family. It’s truly something that thrills all ages, including the kids who often radiate with excitement as the yacht drifts out on the water for the first time. For safety reasons, we recommend that children can swim and that extra caution be taken when walking on slippery surfaces, crossing between shore and yacht, and simply moving around due to the ropes and booms.

Non-swimmers are welcome to join us onboard, but it’s imperative to take additional precautions. We advise bringing well-fitted lifejackets as well as harnesses and tethers that will keep any kids attached to the boat should they fall overboard. If placed well, this will be prevented from occurring in the first place. Keep in mind that July and August are hot months in Croatia, meaning lifejackets can be uncomfortable and may cause overheating, so inflatable jackets with tethers are more suitable for children at this time of year. If you’ll be bringing children who are aged six or younger, we highly recommend using nets that go around the yacht, which can be organized upon booking any one of our charter vacations.

When hiring a crewed yacht, there are typically obligatory extras, which are additional items that you’ll need to pay. They vary from yacht to yacht and usually include items like Croatia local tax and a final cleaning. You can view the specific items for all luxury yacht charters on the details page under the obligatory extras section.

There are usually optional extras that can be added to your sailing Croatia itinerary. As with the obligatory extras, these vary depending on the yacht. The individual yacht details pages will reveal which optional extras are available on your sailing yacht of choice. For example, there may be snorkels and stand-up paddleboards s available on catamaran charters, and our motor yacht charters often come with a small rigid inflatable boat to make it easy to reach shore. These fun extras will add to the excitement of exploring Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast. For more charter pricing details, don’t hesitate to talk to our travel experts.

A mooring buoy provides privacy and seclusion on all Croatia charter yachts and is estimated to be around 30 to 40 Euros per night. Mooring in a marina costs more, approximately 40 to 130 Euros per night, but they offer fresh-water refills and shore power for the sailing yacht, along with shower and toilet facilities, restaurants, and cafes. Generally, it’s best to mix up the options for a balance of both throughout the week. By exploring Croatia and overnighting in destinations around the Dalmatian Coast that are a bit further from towns and marinas, it usually makes your yacht charter in Croatia more affordable. Note that the date you’re sailing and the size of your vessel can affect the price of marinas and mooring buoys. The costs we’ve provided are estimations based on a 40-foot yacht.

A local tax will be required for every person that will be on your yacht, including the skipper and host or hostess (if applicable) which is based on the number of days that you will be traveling. It is also customary to cover the skipper’s expenses for the week such as meals, drinks, and water taxis. You’ll also need to begin your week of sailing in Croatia by stocking the vessel with food and drink. Your skipper will provide recommendations as to where to shop and the best yacht charter destinations around the area.

The weather in Croatia is typically Mediterranean, with summers warm and dry, and winters mild. It boasts one of Europe’s sunniest coastlines with around 2,600 hours of sunlight annually – and even more in the island locations, like Hvar. During the peak of summer (July and August) temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F). This is a great time to enjoy Croatia charter yachts. In the shoulder seasons of May, June, September, and October, it usually drops to around 23°C (73°-74°C F). Croatia’s prevailing winds are from the north-west, averaging wind speeds of 7 to 8 knots which increases to a comfortable Force 4-5 (10 to 20 knots) on some afternoons, providing some exhilarating fun for sailing. It’s important to check forecasts regularly when you’re sailing in Croatia to avoid being surprised by the ‘Bora,’ a fierce north easterly wind.

As our charter yachts are so well-equipped to ensure cruising in comfort, you need little more than sunblock and a beach towel. We always advise traveling light for a sailing trip, which means bringing a few bathing suits, wraps, shorts, and T-shirts for the day, and a light sweater or jacket to wear after dark. When shopping in the local towns, consider that you may need to cover up, and you’ll also need some casualwear and comfortable walking shoes for exploring when ashore. As there is limited storage for hard-shell suitcases on our yachts, please pack your belongings in only soft luggage that can be folded away. If you bring excess baggage or hard suitcases, they can’t always be left at the base, so try to pack relatively light no matter what yacht charter destinations you’re visiting. Our packing suggestions include:

• A waterproof, lightweight jacket and non-slip shoes
• A wide-rimmed sun hat or cap
• Sunglasses with a neck strap
• A beach towel
• Gloves for anchor work
• Travel-size liquid soap and toiletries
• High SPF waterproof sunscreen or lotion
• Your mobile phone and a 12v car charger
• Scented diaper/nappy bags are helpful for toilet paper by trapping foul odours (toilet paper must never be flushed down yacht toilets)

We also recommend insect repellent, seasickness tablets, antacid or other medicines for stomach upset, and antihistamines. If you take any medication regularly, be sure to bring enough to last for at least the duration of the time you’ll be away.

Our sailing charters in Croatia usually don’t embark until 5p.m, as this allows for time in between trips for maintenance and thorough cleaning. If you arrive before that, you may be able to board in the afternoon if the yacht is ready, but that can’t be guaranteed in advance. Late arrivals can board at any time throughout the night, checking in the next morning. The yacht is required to return to the base no later than 6p.m. one day before the charter ends, and will need to be vacated by 9a.m. on your final day. If you have a return flight booked later that day, you’ll be able to leave your bags at the base to enjoy sightseeing or the beach. It may be possible to pay for an additional day’s charter if you prefer to keep the yacht until it’s time to leave for the airport.

Our luxury yachts can accommodate between 10 to 22 guests, typically in any combination of master, double, or twin cabins. This varies for each of our yachts, with the maximum number of guests typically depending on the size of the vessel and the safety regulations in place. You can speak to our Croatia travel specialists if you’d like some help finding the perfect luxury yacht for your vacation, whether it’s an intimate gathering or larger group event.