Flotilla Sailing Holidays In Croatia

Flotilla yacht charter vacations provide an opportunity for day-sailors to explore idyllic Croatian coast and unite with people from over the world in a welcoming maritime ambience. Croatia is definitively the ultimate flotilla sailing location with sunny dry climate, low winds and densely scattered islands assuring safe eye-of-sight navigation. With less crowded locations, quaint villages, marine national parks and authentic Dalmatian food KORNATI itinerary is best kept secret among Croatia sailing routes. The flotilla begins in one of the most iconic nautical destinations BIOGRAD MARINA where most flotilla boats are moored.

Oceanis 38.1
3 cabin sailboats

38-foot Beneteau is ideal family sailing cruiser assuring maximum comfort and commodity for a 7-day flotilla experience. She can easily accommodate 6 persons in 3 spacious bedrooms with 2 heads.

OCEANIS 38.1
Bavaria 46
4 cabin sailing yachts

Sail Dalmatian coast on most legendary cruising yacht in Croatia. With comfortable 4-cabin 3-bathroom layout our seaworthy Bavaria 46 guarantees satisfaction and happiness during your sailing week.

BAVARIA 46
oceanis 46.1
Sailing yachts with 4 or 5 cabins

Make your flotilla yacht charter holiday in Croatia on our modern and contemporary Beneteau yachts pure pleasure. Impressive volumes, bright interior and large cockpit will leave the impression of being on a larger yacht. 

BENETEAU 46.1

SECURE YOUR SPOT IN A KORNATI FLOTILLA 2026

 

Kornati Flotilla Week

This exclusive route, carefully chosen by our experienced crew is among most exciting yacht charter itineraries in Croatia ideal for days sailors that wish easy island hopping and daily sailing distances short. Densely scattered Kornati islands are a home to outstanding dining, drinking & entertainment options, with a genuine local atmosphere that blends easy going fun with jet-setting thrills.

Kornati Flotilla
Kornati National Park with its tranquil surroundings

Set sail through 2 marine parks of Croatia and surround yourself with tranquil natural ambience. If you're looking for a postcard holiday with crystalline blue waters, secluded coves, historic sites and superb local food, Kornati island chain is simply a must-visit.

Sailing Charter Split
Try local food in a relaxing natural atmosphere

After a day of unforgettable sailing adventures it's time to relax and surrender to Dalmatian traditional food. Best fisherman's taverns are located in hidden bays and lonely coves. Safe mooring or a buoy is secured for every night on a private jetty in a peaceful maritime atmosphere.

Croatia yacht charter vacations
Bond new friendships and beyond

The essence of a flotilla sailing week is in bonding new friendships and creating mesmerising moments with people who share the love for sea, food and positive thinking. Sail in the company of fellow explorers between the hidden gems of Dalmatian islands.

Flotilla Sailing Itinerary Kornati

Sailing In Kornati Islands

What is included in Croatia flotilla holidays?

  • 7-day group support & service of flotilla staff
  • welcome package of basic supplies (paper towels, bin bags,...)
  • final cleaning
  • bedding
  • dinghy, outboard engine with fuel, cooking gas, full water tanks
  • farewell party at the end of the week
  • Active Sailing end of week regatta organisation
  • free Wi-Fi Internet on board
  • 1X welcome dinner in a traditional fisherman's house

What are the extras?

  • fotilla fee 600€ (3 cabins) 750€ (4-5 cabins)
  • tourist tax 1.35€ per person per day
  • security deposit 1.500-2.000€ (or deposit insurance from 200-300€ per boat)
  • berth and mooring fees app. 70€ per night (2-3 nights in ports)
  • national park entrance
  • fuel for the yacht (per consumption between 50-80€ per week)

Experience Kornati Islands

One of the itinerary highlights is definitively the iconic Kornati national park. It is truly hidden gem of Adriatic and among last heavenly oasis of Croatian coast. Kornati island chain consists of over 140 unique yellow-coned islands, islets and rocks and is a true paradise for sailing groups that wish untouched natural surroundings, peaceful environment and fresh seafood delicacies. And best way to explore these islands is renting one of the bareboat yachts below.

Croatia Flotilla Charters
3 cabins 2 heads
Elan 43
4 cabins 2 heads
Best flotilla holidays Croatia
4 cabins 4 heads

How does it work?

Flotilla yacht charter program is designed specially for day skippers who want additional structure and itinaray support and mooring/docking assistance during yacht charter vacation in Croatia.

Before departure, your will receive all the details and information through the boarding pass. The office staff in marina Biograd will be waiting for you to start the bareboat yacht charter check in procedure.

Skippers will first have a short meeting with our organizing team. We recommend you to stock the boat's lockers before we set sail. Grocery shop is 50 meters from marina Biograd. Don't worry, there will be lots of opportunities to supply your boat along the way.

Boarding time is Saturday after 3:00 PM. Once you setteled in, your leading skipper will inform you with route details and your sailing odyssey can start...

Navigate your yacht with confidence

Now it is time to hoist those sails, start to enjoy, relax and sail your worries away, gliding across the blue waters of Adriatic. Our flotillas usually sail on the line-of-sight-navigation, trying to keep distances small with lots of stops in lovely coves, carefully chosen by your leading crew.

On daily basis, your lead skipper will update you with the route details and daily dynamics. After everyday briefing skippers will be left to explore the high seas on their own if preffered. Whether you’re looking for some exciting solo sailing or searching for the perfect beach, you can sail with confidence knowing that any assistance from your lead crew is only a phone or a radio call away. You are welcome to join our flotilla friends for evening social events and share your daily adventures or just explore the beautiful sites at your own pace.

Every flotilla week we host one welcome dinner

Zadar Lead crew Simona and James
Flotilla sailing week Croatia

FAQs

 

Flotilla holiday is an exclusive sailing event in Croatia where a group of bareboat chartered yachts sail on shared itinerary with the organized support of a leading crew.

 

Renting a sailboat for a flotilla yacht charter in Croatia mostly depends on the boat size, age and the sailing season. The price on 3-cabin bareboat sailing boat in June starts at 1.500€.

 

Chartering a bareboat sailboat in Croatia requires a valid skipper's license, issued by the state authority of the country that you are coming from. For sailing in the Croatian territorial waters, you need a valid nautical international certificate of competence (ICC) and a VHF radio license. If you are not sure your permit is adequate check here what boating licences issued from your country are competent for Croatian waters

 

Our flotilla yachts are moored in Kornati Biograd Marina only 20-minute drive from Zadar airport.

 

Our flotilla capacity is 10 sailing yachts. All our bareboat yachts are newer models, contemporary equipped, customized for charter purposes and easy to handle.

 

Croatia is one of the most popular and affordable sailing destinations in the world and the leading Mediterranean country in yacht charter business. With dry climate, sunny wather, low winds, warm seas and untouched landscapes, Croatian coast is ideal place for a relaxing sailing holiday. Hundreds of densely scattered Dalmatian islands, well-protected island ports and anchorages assure safe sailing conditions and easy island hopping.

 

The main difference between Croatia and Greece is in the sailing distance you have to cover between the islands. In Greek seas the islands are much further from each other, while in Croatia the distances to navigate among the islands only takes a couple of hours. That is why sailing in Croatia is ideal for a family yacht trip, beginners, day sailors and groups that wish to spend some extra time exploring the islands and prefer more stops during the day for swimming and snorkeling.

 

8 Things that you don't want to forget:

 

  •  boarding pass/voucher & original nautical ICC certificate of competence
  •   bathing suit or a swimsuit and a hat to protect you from sunbeams
  •   your passport, or personal ID, enough cash (EUROS), health insurance
  •   sailing shoes with rubber sole
  •   swimming towels
  •   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)

Before departure please read about the Sail Croatia Packing List for newbies and remember to pack light. 

 

Flotilla yacht charter is designed specially for "day skippers" who want additional support during their sailing week in Croatia. You can hire a local skipper if none of your crew owns adequate sailing license, or if you are insecure into your sailing abilities.

Active Sailing charter team will be more than happy to offer the advice and assistance of our experienced croatian skippers that know the area and flotilla routes. They are knowledgeable, open-minded and fluent in English.

 

The skipper's fee on flotilla week ranges between 1.260 & 1.400euros per week depending on the boat size.

 

Croatia is the cradle of a sailing holiday itinary and among safest European sailing destinations. With small distances between the islands, safe sailing grounds, protected anchorages and vibrant harbours, Croatian coast is the perfect sailing location for families with kids, couples, or groups of friends wanting to spend a memorable vacation in a genuine Mediterranean atmosphere.

With calm Adriatic sea, infinite coastline, fair weather, idyllic islands, light winds, warm hospitality and top-notch traditional local cuisine, Croatia is ideal destination for a beginner or experienced sailors.

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