Start your yacht charter from the marina yacht bases near Split at the heart of Central Dalmatia, one of the most enticing parts of Croatia and one of the easiest to explore by yacht. Many of the ‘Must See’ highlights of Croatia including Hvar, Brac, Solta, Vis and Korcula can be found in this sailing area. The unique natural beauty of its coastline and islands is undeniably stunning. The enticing mix of Mediterranean beauty and the layers of history that are written in the stones of its streets and squares – each will lead you to central Dalmatia, the heart of the Adriatic. Discover beguiling towns and cities, where history blends with cosmopolitan chic and relax on its many beautiful islands with their pristine beaches and warm breezes.
Split
Croatia’s second largest city is one which brims with history. A major port since Roman occupation the renovated sea front now blends ancient and modern in a stylish way and in the summer the town hums with life as visitors and locals mix in the bars and cafes with the stunning mountainous coastline in the background. Split is much more than glorious architectural scenery, it’s a venue for excellent food and wine, cultural festivals, film, theatre, art, palaces and music.
Hvar
Widely known as the “new St-Tropez” Hvar is clearly one of Croatia’s top islands and one of the jewels of the Adriatic. One of Hvar’s major features is sunshine. Hvar island boasts 2718 hours of sunshine a year, making it Croatia’s sunniest island. Hvar town is the destination of choice for visitors from all corners of the world. The renovated Venetian townhouses on winding little streets serve as a backdrop to the best nightlife on the Adriatic. Away from Hvar town you will find pristine beaches leading down to crystal clear waters where you can experience a more relaxed and Dalmatian way of life in Jelsa, Stari Grad and Vrboska.
Vis
Vis remains one of the least developed islands in the Adriatic retaining it’s natural beauty as, until 1989 it was used as an army base and cut off from tourism. Now the cozy restaurants will have you hanging out for hours sipping on locally-produced wine from the island, which is some of the finest in Croatia. Savour the freshly caught fish and lobster, enjoy the welcome of friendly locals and relax on the unspoiled beaches. Discover the contrasting pictures of the island, Vis town is wealthier and rich with history while the fishing town of Komiža has much earthier charms.
Solta
The island of Solta is often overlooked by visitors to Croatia, because of this it remains one of the most unspoilt on the Croatian coastline despite its proximity to Split and is an ideal destination for peace and tranquility. Solta is a great place to savour locally grown olives and honey and to taste the wine from the island’s vineyards. Explore, relax and dive into the beauty of many bays, explore the little beaches and coves or visit one of the picturesque little harbour towns like Maslinica and Stomorska.
Korcula
Korcula has some of the best beaches in Croatia, many of them small and secluded in little coves and sandy bays with turquoise water making them the perfect swim spots when exploring on a yacht. Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the old town, known as ‘Little Dubrovnik’ is steeped in history. Immerse yourself in the life of bustling harbour town Vela Luka, as you wander through cobbled streets and come across charming shops and markets.
Trogir
Trogir is a beautiful destination often referred to as the Croatian Venice. Trogir’s old town is located on an island, accessible by bridges from the mainland and packed with charm, scenic views, and lots of great restaurants and cafes. Just 4 km from Split International Airport and only 28 km to Split this small, historical UNESCO world heritage town has natural protection surrounded by stunning scenery and is a favourite destination as a nautical port.
Feel inspired by some of our favourite Itineraries or create your own. We offer yachts from the best marina bases closest to Split including Trogir, Kastela, Kremik, Seget Donji, Rogoznica and Split itself.
One Week Dalmatian Islands From Trogir
The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture.
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The modern marina base at Trogir is at the very heart of central Dalmatia. Ideally located just 15 minutes’ transfer from Split airport it’s a perfect starting point for exploring the stunning Adriatic coast. The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture. The marinas at Trogir have everything you would expect of a modern, professional full service marina including power, water, cafe-bar, restaurant, nearby shops supermarkets, Wi-Fi, ATM, laundry and so on.
An authentic treasure that boasts beautiful bays with secluded beaches.
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Maslinica is an authentic treasure located west on the island of Solta and boasts beautiful bays with secluded beaches. Maslinica is a much loved for its nature, unspoilt beaches and crystal-clear sea
Maslinica is beautiful with stunning architecture and picturesque stone houses in the village port.
With its pretty pebble beaches, this idyllic fishing village has a lot to offer, especially if you love lobster!
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Komiža is know for its pretty pebble beaches. This beautiful Mediterranean village has narrow back streets lined with 17th and 18th century stone town houses that peacefully surround the harbour. Komiza is the idyllic Mediterranean fishing village and is great for lobster lovers!
You can visit the nearby Bisevo Island and experience its Blue Cave. The whole of the underground cave will illuminate with aquamarine light creating a spooky yet wonderfully mesmerising illusion.
The town of Vis is historically important and the whole island an unspoilt gem
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The town of Vis is historically important and the whole island an unspoilt gem. This is a very popular harbour in the summer however there are places to anchor in the bay or a quay at nearby Kut which is usually quieter.
The bay of Vinogradiscia on the southern side of the island is encircled with a dense pine tree forest
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The bay of Vinogradiscia on the southern side of the island is encircled with a dense pine tree forest, altogether with plants such as rosemary and heather, among other exotic plants. Renowned for the absence of traffic and with extensive footpaths and trails. You can explore hidden bays and crystal-clear sea.
The bays and capes are good for swimming and the beaches are surrounded by pine forests
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Jelsa is surrounded by the two highest mountains on the island – in the west St. Nikola, and in the east Hum. The bays and capes are good for swimming and the beaches are surrounded by pine forests. The town has restaurants, bars and shops.
The pretty, peaceful village is ideal for exploring its rich cultural heritage with a laid back feel.
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Located on the West coast of the island of Brac in a beautiful cove that branches into two ports. The stone waterfront in Bobovisca harbour is followed by stone houses. The pretty, peaceful village is ideal for exploring its rich cultural heritage and genuine hospitality with a laid back feel and stunning surroundings.
The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture.
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The modern marina base at Trogir is at the very heart of central Dalmatia. Ideally located just 15 minutes’ transfer from Split airport it’s a perfect starting point for exploring the stunning Adriatic coast. The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture. The marinas at Trogir have everything you would expect of a modern, professional full service marina including power, water, cafe-bar, restaurant, nearby shops supermarkets, Wi-Fi, ATM, laundry and so on.
Two Weeks Dalmatian Islands From Trogir
The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture.
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The modern marina base at Trogir is at the very heart of central Dalmatia. Ideally located just 15 minutes’ transfer from Split airport it’s a perfect starting point for exploring the stunning Adriatic coast. The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture. The marinas at Trogir have everything you would expect of a modern, professional full service marina including power, water, cafe-bar, restaurant, nearby shops supermarkets, Wi-Fi, ATM, laundry and so on.
An authentic treasure that boasts beautiful bays with secluded beaches.
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Maslinica is an authentic treasure located west on the island of Solta and boasts beautiful bays with secluded beaches. Maslinica is a much loved for its nature, unspoilt beaches and crystal-clear sea
Maslinica is beautiful with stunning architecture and picturesque stone houses in the village port.
Vrboska, known for its clear air, beautiful crystal blue sea and untouched nature
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Away from the bustling resort on the west of the island, Vrboska, tucked into a cove on north shore of Hvar provides a great base from which to explore some of the quieter bays and coves.
The former fishing village referred to as ‘Little Venice’ turned popular town is known for its clear air, beautiful crystal blue sea and untouched nature. Dine off one of the side streets, eat fresh fish together with aromatic spices and drink Hvar’s famous wine.
The town is quietly situated in a stunning landscape where the blue of the deep bay touches the luscious green vegetation of land,
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The town is quietly situated in a stunning landscape where the blue of the deep bay touches the luscious green vegetation of land, with vineyards and pretty olive-groves dotted around the village. Stari Grad literally translates to ‘old town’ which is fitting as it is the oldest settlement in Croatia dating back to 385 BC. Explore the narrow streets and small squares and soak in its rich history.
Hvar is like a fairy tale with is stunning architecture and wonderful nature
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This bustling town is one of the most popular in the area and has around 20 moorings. Hvar is like a fairy tale with is stunning architecture and wonderful nature
Korcula town is among the most beautiful and best preserved medieval towns on the Croatian coast
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Korcula town is among the most beautiful and best preserved medieval towns on the Croatian coast and in all of the Mediterranean, and is justly referred to as ‘Little Dubrovnik’. A walled town on the eastern most point Korcula town near some delightful beaches.
Pomena is a small fishing village on the west coast of Mljet
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Pomena is a small fishing village on the west coast of Mljet. The bay is sheltered by a tiny island called Pomestak. The village has just over 50 permanent inhabitants. There are a few restaurants and cafes in the village and places to get basic provisions.
This small bay is so secluded that it is not possible to see it from the open seas
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Skrivena Luka means Hidden bay known by locals as Portorus. This small bay is so secluded that it is not possible to see it from the open seas. The village has restaurants and shops and is home to Struga Lighthouse which is Croatias oldest lighthouse.
The town of Vis is historically important and the whole island an unspoilt gem
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The town of Vis is historically important and the whole island an unspoilt gem. This is a very popular harbour in the summer however there are places to anchor in the bay or a quay at nearby Kut which is usually quieter.
With its pretty pebble beaches, this idyllic fishing village has a lot to offer, especially if you love lobster!
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Komiža is know for its pretty pebble beaches. This beautiful Mediterranean village has narrow back streets lined with 17th and 18th century stone town houses that peacefully surround the harbour. Komiza is the idyllic Mediterranean fishing village and is great for lobster lovers!
You can visit the nearby Bisevo Island and experience its Blue Cave. The whole of the underground cave will illuminate with aquamarine light creating a spooky yet wonderfully mesmerising illusion.
Primošten is known for it turquoise waters, white pebble beaches, rocky coves and vineyards
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Primošten is known for it turquoise waters, white pebble beaches, rocky coves and vineyards. Buildings of white limestone with red-tiled roofs occupy the perfectly round peninsula that extends out from the mainland into the sea.
Skradin known as the gateway to the Krka National Park
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Situated in a protected bay of the Krka River where freshwater mixes with the salt water of the Adriatic Sea and known as the gateway to the Krka National Park. It has a picturesque harbour, a beautiful old town and the famous Krka waterfalls.
Vodice’s harbour is a gorgeous place with much to do
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Vodice’s harbour is a gorgeous place with much to do, whether that’s having a cold drink, a long lunch or taking a look at the little shops. A short sail from Vodice is the island of Zlarin which is well know for its beautiful coral.
Home to the Brightly coloured Dragon’s Eye, a salt water oval lake with cliffs ranging from 4 to 24 metres surrounding it.
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Rogoznicas has something for everyone. There cosmopolitan Marina Frapa which has be dubbed ‘royalty among the Adriatic Marinas’ or for a more serene experience visit the nearby village of Zatoglav. Home to the Brightly coloured Dragon’s Eye, a salt water oval lake with cliffs ranging from 4 to 24 metres surrounding it.
The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture.
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The modern marina base at Trogir is at the very heart of central Dalmatia. Ideally located just 15 minutes’ transfer from Split airport it’s a perfect starting point for exploring the stunning Adriatic coast. The heart of the historic city of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on a small island with stunning Venetian architecture. The marinas at Trogir have everything you would expect of a modern, professional full service marina including power, water, cafe-bar, restaurant, nearby shops supermarkets, Wi-Fi, ATM, laundry and so on.
The sailing area from Split and Trogir around the central Dalmatia islands and coast provides some of the most sheltered and friendly sailing in Croatia. The winds are generally ideal for fun yet relaxing sailing, with winds very rarely stronger than Force 4 (moderate breeze) in summer. With a sunny Mediterranean climate, calm crystal clear waters and friendly winds, the Dalmatian Islands are one of the best destinations for sailing in Croatia.
What is the weather like in Dalmatia?
The popularity of Croatia as a sailing destination lies as much in the ideal climate as in the beauty of its shores. The sunny Adriatic enjoys an average of 315 cloudless days a year. During the most popular chartering season between May and November, blue skies and warm weather prevail. Summer temperatures are between 26°C to 30°C, with over 12 hours of sunshine a day with gentle winds generally NW 10 to 20 knots. Sea temperature is a pleasant 24°C on a bright summer’s day.
A typical day
Enjoy breakfast in a waterfront café, people watch with a coffee in a medieval town square or onboard in a tranquil bay. Cast your lines for a relaxing sail to a secluded bay for a lunch time stop. Go for a swim in the warm, clear waters or explore with a paddle board or snorkels. As the islands are in fairly close proximity to one another choose exhilarating sailing until late afternoon or a more relaxing hop to your evening destination. Spend a calm evening in a delightful bay or moor in an historic port or vibrant town.