The world is full of amazing places that you can explore if you own, have access to or can charter a yacht. Here, we share a passage plan for a week’s holiday spent in Croatia, sailing the exquisite dalmatian coast.
Day 1
Arrive at Split airport and board your yacht at Trogir – a nearby town recognised for its mix of Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque buildings. Head to the Blue Lagoon on the East of Veliki Drvenik – an island centred in the Dalmatian archipelago – for a refreshing after-flight swim. Then Head to Tatinja Cove on the island of Solta. Have dinner in Lonely Paradise restaurant which promises ‘an intimate and relaxed dining experience’. 14NM
Day 2
Depart Tatinja Cove and head Southwest to the town and island of Vis. Vis is one of the furthest Croatian islands from the mainland and was a former Yugoslav military base – having been closed to outsiders until 1991, Vis has a slightly different feel to some of the other Croatian tourist destinations. Explore the town and head inland to try some of the produce from the vineyards, see the historic sites and embrace the culture of the island. 18NM
Day 3
Depart the town of Vis and head around the southern side of the island. It’s a stunning passage with lots of small islands to navigate through. Make sure to stop and explore the coves, including the famous Stiniva Beach (if it is not too busy), voted the most beautiful beach in Europe by European Best Destinations tourism group. Continue to head around the island to the town of Komiza and make sure to go to the Konoba Jastozera restaurant; it used to be a lobster storage farm (established in 1883), but is now a restaurant, which, if it is quiet, you can take your yacht into! 17NM
Day 4
Depart Komiza and head Southwest to the island of Bisevo. Here you can visit the Blue Cave, a waterlogged sea cave located in a small bay called Balun, as well as explore other caves along the island’s coastline. After this, a bit of a journey East, takeing you to Hvar. A thriving town with lots of restaurants and a vibrant nightlife. Hula Hula Beach in Hvar and Stipanska Beach on Marinkovac Island are particularly well-known for their nightlife and lively bars.
Alternatively, if nightlife isn’t what you’re looking for, you will pass an island called Palmizana on the way to Hvar. There are some stunning bays and coves, with restaurants on the South side of the island, with good anchorage for the night. 25NM
Where is the Dalmatian Coast?
The Dalmatian Coast is situated in southern Croatia. It is also connected to the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea.
Day 5
Depart Hvar (or nearby) and head to Milna, which is on the island of Brac. Milna is an old fishing port with lots of history and there are some lovely places to stop for a swim on the way. 17NM
Day 6
Depart Milna and it is a short cruise North to Split. Again, there are plenty of places to stop on the way, but it is definitely worth exploring the town of Split, with its abundance of history and culture. A few places to start would be Diocletian’s Palace built in 305 AD for Roman Emperor Diocletian, climbing the bell tower of St. Dominus Cathedral (located within the palace) and exploring the streets of the Old Town. 11NM
Day 7
Split – the Dalmatia region’s largest city lying on the Eastern shore of the Adriatic – and Trogir (your start point) are very close to each other. With the international airport easily accessible between the two; make your way to the airport for your return home.
Croatia is beautiful and very cultural with huge areas of national park, which are well worth exploring.
McClarrons Affinity – Yacht Insurance
For any travel, it is important that you have the correct insurance in place, particularly when it comes to Marine Liability. Travelling around places such as Croatia, where there are a large number of islands inaccessible by anything other than private yachts, it is essential to have the correct cover due to the cost of any environmental clean-up if required. If you have any queries around your Yacht Insurance, would like a complimentary insurance review, or some guidance on where to travel, speak to McClarrons Affinity Yacht specialist and ex-professional superyacht crew member, Henry Coxe, at henry.coxe@mcclarroninsurance.com or on 07707 287 637.
