Zadar Sailing Boat Rental

Renting a sailing yacht in Zadar will cost you on average 3.500 euros within the high charter period in Croatia. In June and September about 2.500€ per week.

To charter a small sailboat in Croatia will cost you on average 3.000€ per week in high sailing season and about 2.000€ weekly in June and September.

With densely scattered islands, wonderful marine national parks and unique natural atmosphere, Zadar is the perfect location to begin a relaxing family yacht charter experience or a honeymoon sailing trip.

Chartering a sailing boat in Croatia requires a valid international nautical certificate of competence (ICC) and VHF radio license. Even if you have the adequate licenses and unaware of sailing grounds and weather conditions hiring a Croatian skipper is advised.

This is the ultimate Zadar island hopping private charter experience:

• Kornati park - with astonishing lunar landscapes this island chain is truly a natural wonder, recommended for a family yacht holiday
• Kaprije - a charming island near Sibenik is a typical fishing village with superb local seafood dishes
• Silba - Croatian "island of love" surrounded with turquoise waters is the perfect place for a honemoon sailing trip and couples
• Olib - surrounded with crystalline emerald sea, pebbled exotic beaches this secluded gem is a snorkelling and diving paradise
• Veli Rat & Saharun Beach - visit the highest lighthouse in Croatia and one of the most beautiful beaches in the word on Dugi Otok island 

Zadar Sailing Itinerary 7 days:

Day 1: Zadar port to island Ugljan

Day 2: Ugljan to island Silba

Day 3: Silba island Dugi otok Veli rat lighthouse & Saharun beach

Day 4: Saharun to Kornati national park

Day 5: Kornati to Kaprije island

Day 6: Kaprije to Vrgada island or Murter

Day 7: Murter to Zadar

Day 8: Disembarking in Zadar

These are the largest marinas and popular yachting resorts near Zadar from where your can charter sailboats and catamarans:

• Sukošan (over 700 boats)
• Biograd (over 300 catamarans and sailboats)
• Murter island (near 250 yacht charters)
• Zadar Tankercomerce and Borik Marinas (over 150 yachts for rental)

For chartering a sailing boat in Croatia you will need a valid nautical international certificate of competence (ICC) and a VHF radio license. If you feel insecure or incompetent to sail between Croatian islands, we will recommend a knowledgeable skipper to navigate the yacht for you.

1. Choose preferable period/date
2. Select the destination in Croatia you would like to explore
3. Send us the inquiry and share your holiday expectations

Your charter is secured when 50% deposit is paid. Balance should be covered 4 weeks before the charter starts.

High summer in Croatia might be quite busy with tourists, but the weather is simply glorious. If you like more action, vivacity, buzzing streets and warm Mediterranean temperatures, you will hit the spot, if your book Croatia sailing trip in peak season months July or August. If you prefer to have more quiet on your cruise - to really feel the genuine heartbeat of the country, choose June or September.

A sailing trip in September when the sea and air temperatures are still warm is every skippers delight. Especially if you consider that the winds are a bit stroger. For an average day-sailors and newbies looking for a relaxed and leisurelly sailing vacation a trip in June is the perfect choice.

The optional extras are the items in the additional charter offer. It is desired to order your extras beforehand, so that they can be prepared for you at the check in.

The optional extras:

• SUP and various water toys (80-150€ per week)
• Early check in (100-150€)
• Railing net for kids (50-130€)
• Wi-Fi +10GB (20€/week)
• Provisioning - you can pre-order your food and drinks aboard
• Taxis and airport-to-marina transfers (app. 30€ one way)
• Car parking is charged by the valid marina price list. (usually from 8-12€/day)

The extras are charged according to the charter's price list. Some of these items, are offered as a welcome package for you sailing holiday and are already included.

8 things you don't want to forget for your sailing trip:

• boarding pass and reservation documents
• sun protection (sun lotion, sunglasses for UV protection, hat)
• bathing suit or a swimsuit (3-5 pairs)
• your passport, or personal ID, enough cash
• swimming towels (can be rented at base)
• your personal items (prescription pills, medicine for allergy...)
• a wind stopper or a wind breaker in summer a long-sleeved cardigan would do
• positive vibes (leave your worries at home)

Please read about the Sail Croatia Packing List for newbies.