Bareboat Charter Kornati

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Sail on a bareboat yacht charter in the Kornati region of Croatia and discover the stunning archipelagos, national parks and beautiful coastline towns with your family or friends on the latest model yachts and catamarans.

Made up of 140 islands covering an area of over 100 square miles in northern Dalmatia, the majority of these picturesque islands are part of the Kornati National Park. The wider Kornati sailing area spans stunning archipelagos, with a myriad of islands, villages, towns and small historic cities along the mainland coast. Amongst it’s pure and natural beauty, numerous coves and crystal clear blue waters, there are many hidden restaurants to be discovered. The Kornati islands and surrounding sailing area offers the perfect balance of peace and relaxation to adventure and exploration.

PLAN YOUR YACHT CHARTER

The Island Sailing team combines unrivalled experience with specialist expertise in every area of yachting to provide a first-class, personalised service. We offer support and advice to all our bareboat customers. The base teams are on hand throughout, from the start of your charter and will be waiting to catch your lines at the end.

Planning your Kornati Bareboat Charter

We can help you plan all the details of your charter, from the yacht, destination, sailing area, travel and more, so your charter is hassle-free.

Exceptional Yachts

We know from experience what makes a great charter yacht and offer the widest choice of thoughtfully selected modern yachts to charter in the Kornati region. From monohull yachts for two to catamarans for a big family group we’ll have the perfect yacht.

First-Class Marina Yacht Bases

Ideally located across the region with short transfers and the best facilities and amenities. Perfect for exploring the entire sailing area and easily accessed from each of the marina bases.

Local Knowledge

Advice from our charter specialists who have sailed extensively and explored Croatia form the sea, plus support from the teams of local, friendly experts on the ground.

Itinerary Advice & Route Planning

The combined experience of our charter and base teams, who have sailed and explored the Dalmatian islands for decades, love to share itineraries with you. Visit the ‘must see’ favourites or venture further a field, the choice is yours.

24/7 Support

Our team are here for last minute tips and our 24 hour UK based support line is available throughout your charter should you need us. Dedicated, hardworking base teams deliver a quality service on the ground.

The Kornati

The Kornati region of Croatia includes the three island groups of the Zadar Archipelagos, Sibenik Archipelagos and the Kornati Islands. A sunny labyrinth of sea and islands, with the peace of untouched nature. Hundreds of largely uninhabited islands, islets and national parks adorn this area of extreme natural beauty. Amongst countless coves, caves and sandy beaches, there are many hidden restaurants in seaside villages offering the best local cuisine. Mainland towns and cities along the coast provide an exciting fusion of 3,000 years of history and a vibrant cosmopolitan culture.

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What is it like to sail around the Kornati islands?

There’s reliable sunshine and dependable winds right through the season. The Kornati islands, like most of the sailing regions of Croatia, have purpose-built marinas in the middle of them, which are only accessible – like most of the islands – by yacht. The passages surrounding these islands offer relaxed and exciting sailing for both beginners and more experienced sailors throughout the season. Leisurely island hopping or ‘slalom’ sailing through the myriad of islands dotted within the National Parks, taking a yacht charter in Kornati is an experience that is truly one of a kind for all in love with sailing.

What is the weather like?

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 and the Kornati region enjoys hot and dry summers. 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 11 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.

Navigation & Moorings

Navigation around the Kornati islands is fairly simple. Due to the close proximity of the islands is predominantly navigated by sight, with almost no tide or currents. There is usually a mooring fee to pay but its well worth it for the assistance you receive from the friendly and professional mariners when mooring on buoys, restaurant pontoons and on quay sides. The moorings lead to a peaceful stay, without over crowding and are friendly to the sea bed. Quays and marinas offer power and water and restaurants with their own mooring buoys or pontoon are free if you eat there.

The Kornati Yachts

Brilliant Boats & Cool Catamarans

Find your Perfect Yacht

We have the widest choice of thoughtfully selected modern yachts built by renowned yacht makers including Beneteau, Bavaria, Jeanneau, Dufour and Hanse and catamarans from Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot and Bali.

CHOOSE YOUR YACHT SPECIFICATIONS

We know from experience what specifications and options make for a great charter yacht. There’s a choice of classic slab reefed mainsail or in-mast furling, if you prefer bow thrusters, many of the yachts over 40 feet have them. All yachts have wheel steering and most over 38 feet are twin helm. All yachts have a bimini sunshade in the cockpit and remote control electric anchor windlass. Many of the larger yachts and catamarans also have extras like electric winches, additional large fridges, coffee machines, on-deck drinks coolers and even on deck BBQ’s!

ELECTRONICS, WI-FI & SOUND SYSTEMS

Listen to your favourite music onboard your yacht whilst sailing and relaxing both above and below deck with the latest maritime music systems onboard. Use your devices, cameras and video cameras and keep them charged wherever possible with various AUX and USB ports and charging points. Many of the yachts also offer optional onboard wi-fi if you need to stay connected on charter. All of the yachts have the latest colour GPS chartplotters (as well as the paper charts of course!).

AIR CONDITIONING & CABIN FANS

All of the modern, latest generation yachts we offer are designed with sunny Mediterranean sailing in mind. That’s why they all have light and airy designs with plenty of opening hatches, port lights and windows to let the fresh summer breezes circulate around your yacht. In addition, many of the yachts have small cabin fans, some also have these in the salon areas too. Many yachts over 47 feet and the majority of catamarans also have air conditioning and a generator.

WATER TOYS

In addition to your beautiful yacht – the ultimate ‘water toy’; all boats come with a dinghy tender and optional outboard engine for exploring coves and little beaches and getting to shore when anchored in a pretty bay. Almost every yacht offers a modern, wide sunbathing platform and on the larger yachts these are often electrically operated. Most yachts also have additional water toys you can hire such as stand-up paddle boards (SUP’s) or kayaks.

Ask us Anything

Find out more about Kornati Bareboat Yacht Charters. More than just experts, we live and breath all things sailing in Croatia.

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What Our Customers Say

Dear all, We are all back safe and sound on dry land. Thanks to you and your team. The boats were good quality and Stipe and the team at Kremik marina were excellent. Simon Lockett

Yacht Charter Croatia, Two Dufour sailing yachts

To all the team at Island Sailing, thank you for the best holiday we have ever had. We loved the catamaran, it exceeded all our expectations! Thanks for all your support on our first bareboat charter on a cat, the mooring information you gave us was invaluable and the help… read more

Peters Family, Cornwall, Catamaran Bareboat Charter, Croatia

Thanks again for another fantastic sailing holiday! After doing Greece 3 times with Island Sailing we loved exploring Croatia this time and will definitely return, maybe on a cat next time though. We loved our boat and special thanks to Jenny for all your superb recommendations for places to eat.

Caroline Fox, Cheshire, Bareboat Yacht Charter Croatia