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Explore the wonders of coastal Croatia on this 5-day sailing adventure tour
Observe the vivid colours in the sky each evening as you watch the sunset on the horizon.
Dock at uninhabited islands for a glimpse of rocky cliffs next to turquoise water.
Enjoy life at sea: bask in the sun on the deck, feel the wind in your hair, and admire the bright blue sea around you.
Sail to Krka National Park and marvel at the Franciscan Monastery built in the middle of Visovac Lake.
What better way to enjoy a holiday than sailing in the Adriatic Sea. This guided sailing tour allows you to book a private sailboat for your group. The boat comes with a skipper, so you do not need to pilot the boat, just enjoy the incredible Croatian coast, spending days exploring islands, towns, coves and swimming in the Sea.
Croatia is renowned for its heavenly islands in the Adriatic Sea; in fact, several regattas occur in this country every year. And if you’re a sailing enthusiast who also likes celebrating on the water, you’ve probably heard of Sail Week. This sailing adventure tour gives you a taste of life on the water!
The archipelago off the coast of Croatia boasts an exceptional array of islands to visit. This 5-day sailing tour will bring you to some of the most spectacular spots, uninhabited island gems, and two National Parks. You embark from Split and sail around the Dalmatian area, berthing in some of the best marinas in the country.
You can customize this tour to suit your preferences. Do you want an authentic nautical experience on a standard sailboat? Or are you looking for a tour where you can relent responsibility, have food service, and just relax? Either way, you’ll find a vessel to suit your needs. You’re the master of this tour!
On a sailing adventure, be prepared to live at sea, noting that you’ll be subject to the motion of the waves for the duration of the tour. During the trip, guests are responsible for their activities. Some fixed itineraries include snorkelling, as listed below, but you can customize this tour to your preferences. The following itinerary is an example of a 5-day tour; that said, these itineraries are flexible, and you can charter a boat for as long as you want!
What better way to enjoy a holiday than sailing in the Adriatic Sea. This guided sailing tour allows you to book a private sailboat for your group. The boat comes with a skipper, so you do not need to pilot the boat, just enjoy the incredible Croatian coast, spending days exploring islands, towns, coves and swimming in the Sea.
Croatia is renowned for its heavenly islands in the Adriatic Sea; in fact, several regattas occur in this country every year. And if you’re a sailing enthusiast who also likes celebrating on the water, you’ve probably heard of Sail Week. This sailing adventure tour gives you a taste of life on the water!
The archipelago off the coast of Croatia boasts an exceptional array of islands to visit. This 5-day sailing tour will bring you to some of the most spectacular spots, uninhabited island gems, and two National Parks. You embark from Split and sail around the Dalmatian area, berthing in some of the best marinas in the country.
You can customize this tour to suit your preferences. Do you want an authentic nautical experience on a standard sailboat? Or are you looking for a tour where you can relent responsibility, have food service, and just relax? Either way, you’ll find a vessel to suit your needs. You’re the master of this tour!
On a sailing adventure, be prepared to live at sea, noting that you’ll be subject to the motion of the waves for the duration of the tour. During the trip, guests are responsible for their activities. Some fixed itineraries include snorkelling, as listed below, but you can customize this tour to your preferences. The following itinerary is an example of a 5-day tour; that said, these itineraries are flexible, and you can charter a boat for as long as you want!
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5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Sail to Primosten
This tour departs from Split and navigates towards another coastal town called Primosten. Its unique geography resembles the island it once was, but it was narrowly attached to mainland Croatia in the 16th century. Primosten is synonymous with relaxation, and it delivers: lay out on the beach, stroll slowly through town, find a nice stone patio in the sun and have a drink, and indulge in some gourmet Croatian dishes. On the way to Primosten, your Skipper will bring you to hidden coves for swimming and snorkelling, if you wish.
Overnight Location: Onboard the boat
Distance: 4 hours of sailing
Meals: Depend on the boat
Day 2 Sail to Skradin and Visit Krka National Park
Leaving Primosten in the morning, you will sail into the Luka Canal towards Skradin, one of the oldest settlements in Croatia with a rich cultural heritage. This is where you’ll stop before entering Krka National Park, an enchanting reserve of cascading lakes and waterfalls. Explore the area at your leisure and admire the Franciscan Monastery built on a small island in the middle of Visovac Lake—truly impressive! Head back to Skradin to spend the night in the marina.
Overnight Location: Onboard the boat
Distance: 4 hours of sailing
Meals: Depend on the boat
Day 3 Sail to Kornati National Park
Today includes an exceptional excursion to the mostly uninhabited Kornati Islands. Recognized as a National Park, the landscapes here comprise of rugged white cliffs next to the serene vivid blue sea. The archipelago hides innumerable coves to dock near to swim and snorkel. You’ll feel like you’re in paradise! Navigate to the small island of Piskera to anchor for the night.
Overnight Location: Onboard the boat
Distance: 4 hours of sailing
Meals: Depend on the boat
Day 4 Sail to Kaprije Island
Keeping on theme with finding peaceful, magnificent islands, today you’ll visit Kaprije Island, named after its agricultural wealth in capers—an ingredient you’ll find many Croatian dishes. You’ll notice a few unique points about this island: cars are prohibited, so it feels very peaceful, and there are only a few cafes and restaurants. Get a taste of what sailing in the Mediterranean used to be like before it exploded in nautical tourism.
Overnight Location: Onboard the boat
Distance: 4 hours of sailing
Meals: Depend on the boat
Day 5 Sail to Veli Drvenik Island
Leave early from Kaprije Island to leave time to visit the marvellous blue lagoon on nearby Veli Drvenik Island. It doesn’t look like the typical Mediterranean landscape—you may feel like you’ve sailed to the tropics when you see this white-sand beach and calm turquoise water. Soak up the last moments of this sailing journey before heading back to Split in the late afternoon and disembark for the end of your tour.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 4 hours of sailing
Meals: Depend on the boat
5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour Price and Dates
Pricing for this sailing tour from Split always depend on many factors. The price is affected by the type of boat you choose, meal board, also, whether you choose to sail during the high, medium, or low season. The best time to sail in Croatia’s Islands for this tour is mid-May to mid-September, although Croatia has a pleasant climate year-round. Prices below are for the entire boat rental, and depend on many factors, such as the season, length of your travel, size of your group, mooring fees, meal basis. Elan 431 Yacht Sailboat (up to 6 people, Self Catering): A great standard option for lower budgets, the Elan 431 has 3 double-occupancy cabins and 3 bathrooms onboard. It has a beautiful interior kitchen and dining area.- Low season (April & October): from EUR2640 per boat (EUR440 per person)
- Medium season (May & September 16th to 30th Sep): from EUR3060 per boat (EUR510 per person)
- High season (June, July, August, September 1st to 15th): from EUR3540 per boat (EUR590 per person)
- Low season (Mar 28th to June 5th & September 12th to November 1st): from EUR3020 per boat (EUR755 per person)
- High season (June 6th to September 11th): from EUR3445 per boat (EUR860 per person)
- Low season (March 26th to June 3rd & September 12th to November 1st): from EUR5600 per boat (EUR700 per person)
- High season (June 4th to September 11th): from EUR6120 per boat (EUR765 per person)
- Low season (January 1st to May 31st & Oct 1st to December 31st): EUR8730 per boat (EUR1455 per person)
- Medium season (June & September): from EUR10560 per boat (EUR1760 per person)
- High season (July & August): from EUR12360 per boat (EUR2060 per person)
Accommodation on the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour
This tour offers a selection of boats to suit a range of preferences. Boats can fit up to 8 travellers in 4 rooms; therefore single rooms are only possible for groups of 7 or less. Each boat has a small kitchen area and cozy seating area.
What’s included in the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour?
Meals
Meal inclusions vary by boat. Some charters do not include meals, while others offer half-board included in the price. Some boats also have an option to add half-board for an additional fee.
Accommodations
4 nights are included on the 5-day tour.
Transportation during the Tour
Tour includes 4 hours of sailing daily. Transfers from Split to marina before the tour and drop off after the tour are included.
Also Included
- Professional Skipper
- Chef/host (if tour booked with half-board)
- Final cleaning
- Tourist tax
- Towels and bed linens
- Fuel
Not included
- Additional meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Marina and mooring fees (for custom tours, depending on the boat size, season and location of the marina, might vary between 42 and 175 EUR per boat per night)
- Entrance to national parks
- Tips for the crew
Optional Extras
- Boat upgrade
- Upgrade itinerary to longer trip
- How hard is the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour?
- Do I need to know how to sail to book this sailing tour?
- Will there be other guests onboard?
- Where can I buy food for the tour?
- Is there a kitchen on the boat?
- Is the menu for half-board set?
- What happens if the weather is bad during the trip?
- How much should I tip the crew?
- Can I bring my pet?
- Is smoking allowed?
- Can I sail the boat?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Croatia?
- Are meals included on the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Split to start this tour?
- Is the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour in English?
- Where does the 5-day Sailing Adventure in Croatia Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Croatia?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Croatia?
- Why do I need to pay marina and mooring fees?
- How much should I budget for marina and mooring fees?
We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. This is a casual tour that does not require a high level of fitness and you are in charge of how you spend your free time.
Not at all—you get to relax! You will have a professional Skipper to navigate and operate the boat.
When you book a sailing charter, it is for only your group and your Skipper.
If you do not have meal service included, you can purchase groceries at the supermarket before embarking. It is recommended to buy only a couple of days’ worth of food because you can get fresh produce when you visit each island.
Yes. Each vessel is equipped with a kitchen.
If you select half-board, you can send your meal preferences in advance to the crew. Please notify the crew in advance if you have dietary restrictions or allergies.
Your professional Skipper will make a call and either change your route or anchor in the nearest marina. Your safety is a priority. No refunds will be provided due to bad weather.
In Croatia, a small percentage of your total cost as a tip is appreciated if you are happy with the experience and service you received. Generally, 5%–10% is recommended.
Some boats in the fleet are pet-friendly, so it depends. Please contact us to confirm.
Smoking indoors is prohibited on all boats.
The Skipper will be in charge of sailing the boat. You can ask on board, and your Skipper can decide whether or not to arrange it.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Meal inclusions vary by boat. Some charters do not include meals, while others offer half-board included in the price. There’s also an option to add half-board for an additional fee.
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can reach Split by plane from many major cities in Europe. You can also take a ferry from Italy, or arrive in Split by bus or train.
Yes, the tour guide is English speaking.
The tour ends in Split, Croatia.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
Spending a night (or even a day) in a marina is an important part of sailing: not only it gives a safe shelter for your boat, but it also lets you explore the local villages and replenish the supplies. However, it comes with a fee that depends on many factors: the marina’s location, season, and the size of your boat. In some cases, these visits are hard to predict or plan for, so please do not be disappointed with your skipper if you need to dock in the marina in case of bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances – your safety is the most important part of your trip.
There are many factors that affect the mooring prices. Every marina has its own pricing policies that are affected mostly by the season and boat size. Below are some examples of the mooring fees (please don’t take them as final costs as they might):
Low season:
37 feet boat: 42€ - 90€ per night/per boat
42 feet boat: 48€ - 95€ per night/per boat
45 feet boat: 51€ - 115€ per night/per boat
50 feet boat: 57€ - 135€ per night/per boat
High season:
37 feet boat: 45€ - 115€ per night/per boat
42 feet boat: 50€ - 125€ per night/per boat
45 feet boat: 55€ - 150€ per night/per boat
50 feet boat: 61€ - 175€ per night/per boat
However, if you are blessed with a combination of beyond perfect weather and good forecasts for an upcoming couple of days, your skipper might make a decision to anchor in a cove for the night which is free of charge!
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AndAdventure is a boutique Croatian tour operator specializing in adventure tourism, such as hiking, cycling, sailing, kayaking and more. AndAdventure was founded by experienced Croatian guides who want to share their passion for playing outside. Combing tourism with adventure, they aim to deliver high-quality, safe, and exciting journeys throughout Croatia.
