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Bareboat Yacht Charter in Croatia for Your Sailing Holidays!

Just think of sailing away with your family and friends in complete freedom. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it? As long as you are a reasonably experienced sailor and you have an adequate (international) skipper’s license, you can charter one of our boats without a skipper and enjoy sailing by yourself.

What is a bareboat charter?

In the bareboat charter , you as the skipper take full responsibility for the chartered boat and its crew members. Regardless of its name, a bareboat charter does not come empty or bare. Instead, the boat will be fully loaded with everything you need for a safe and comfortable sailing vacation.

Even though the skipper is the only person in charge of the boat, every other crew member should take some part in responsibility to have a safe and comfortable vacation. It is difficult for one person to take care of the navigation and make sure that everything else on board runs smoothly. Everybody on board should have their tasks and obligations and this is what makes the bareboat charter quite a unique experience in teamwork as well.

What are bareboat charter requirements in Croatia?

According to Croatian maritime law, you must have a permit issued by the state government of the country you are coming from in order to operate a pleasure vessel. Furthermore necessary is the VHF license. Check valid sailing licenses in Croatia !

Reasons to go for Bareboat Yacht Charter in Croatia

After discussing how bareboat yacht charters actually work, it is time to discuss why you should choose a bareboat charter in Croatia for your next vacation.

If you have a valid international skippers license, the facts listed below should help you make up your mind:

• You will enjoy a private yacht Although our skippers are chosen both for their professional skills and for their people skills, most people prefer to have their privacy onboard a yacht. Why settle just for cabins when you can have the boat all for yourself!? You can consider it as your own piece of paradise in which you are surrounded only by your family and friends. As much as yachts can be large, they are tiny compared to the outdoors and the crew will spend a lot of time together socialising, swimming, eating and whatever they are planning on doing. If you would like to share that time only with your loved ones, the bareboat charter is the way to go.
• You will spend less money In the bareboat charter, you are not paying for the skipper’s fee and for his food and drinks or taking him along to the restaurants that you are enjoying. So, if you are able to sail a yacht yourself and you feel confident in finding your way in the sailing area, a bareboat yacht charter will be easier in your pocket. If you are wondering   how the charter pricing work we have you covered.
• Your family and friends can serve as the "crew". If you are looking into bareboat charters you probably like to take the helm yourself and have the full adventure and experience of a sailing holiday. The journey will be much more memorable than any typical holiday vacation because of the various roles it offers. There is no doubt that sailing together as a family or a group of friends will give you thousands of incredible memories to cherish for life. You will create a stronger bond by assigning roles and tasks to handle while sailing to the next exciting destination to explore.
• You can sail at your own pace One of the biggest advantages of hiring a bareboat yacht charter is that you can explore the Croatian coast and islands at your own will. It will give you the freedom of sailing slowly; discovering hidden beaches and bays and snorkelling at all the best spots for as long as you want. Of course, most of these things can also be agreed with a skipper but being able to act spontaneously is an additional bonus. It will be exciting for you to sail a yacht yourself since it really builds up your confidence and voyage experience.
• Croatia offers the largest selection of bareboat yachts If you have decided to rent a bareboat, Croatia is the place to go. With roughly 4.000 yachts to offer it is the world's main charter destination. With an international skippers license the list of yachts available to you is almost endless, from sailboats over catamarans to   motor yachts all are just a click away. Just contact us and we will find the perfect bareboat yacht for you or browse through our vast selection and pick a yacht for yourself.
• The Adriatic sea in Croatia is easy to navigate With over 1000   islands in Croatia the sailing distances when island hopping can be really short if you want and often you do not have to cross more than 10 nautical miles to get to the next exciting destination. On top of that, the nautical infrastructure in Croatia is amazing and it offers an abundance of marinas , safe town ports and anchorages with buoys to spend your nights. The mild weather and pleasant wind on the Adriatic Sea will further make your navigation in Croatia a joy to remember.

Yachting in Croatia at its finest

In case you decide to spend your holiday in a boat and explore famous Croatian islands and cities such as Dubrovnik and Split, you are at the right place. With roughly 3.000 yachts ranging from single cabin boats to 6 cabins catamarans, Croatia Yachting is the best charter company in Croatia !

Croatia Yachting will make it simple for you by providing all the necessary nautical information: we will recommend   the itinerary , best   destinations and   restaurants to visit . All you need to bring with you are the crew and the provisioning. Even the   provisioning can be made easier for you as we can deliver the ordered items to the chartered yacht before your check-in.

Some Final Words

Well, these are more or less all the facts that speak for a bareboat yacht charter in Croatia to deliver a joyful experience on your sailing vacation. With our service, you’ll be safe and sound, your desired yacht will be in perfect sailing condition. Just   give us a call or send an e-mail and we’ll make sure you have the best possible sailing vacation!

Let us find you a best match!

Croatia Yachting - Headquarters

Address: Dražanac 2/a , 21 000 Split, CROATIA

Booking Office: +385 21 332 332

E-mail: [email protected]

Office working hours: 8:00 – 16:00 CET

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For any yacht charter questions during the office hours please call our booking team in our Split headquarters on +385 21 332 332 or send us an e-mail on the address croatia-yachting.hr .

For urgent inquiries after working hours, you can contact our booking agents individually on their mobile phones or send an e-mail and you will get a response as soon as possible:

Ms. Ružica Jozipović (English and German speaking clients) Tel: +385 91 331 3341

Ms. Monika Trumbić (English and German speaking clients) Tel: +385 91 332 3362

Mr. Roko Kovač (English speaking clients) Tel: +385 91 332 3370

Ms. Martina Barač  (English, Italian speaking clients) Tel: +385 21 332 332

Ms. Aleksandra Borjan (Italian, French, English speaking clients) Tel: +385 91 331 3343

Ms. Jelena Matkovic (English speaking clients) E-mail: croatia-yachting.hr

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Bareboat Yacht Charter Croatia

The adriatic sea, one of the most peaceful and transparent of the mediterranean, is the perfect place for sailing. endless miles of coastline offers an exciting adventure with over a thousand islands to explore on your bareboat yacht charter in croatia..

The lure of the Croatian coast offers the full range of sailing conditions from novices looking for a relaxing introduction to bareboat chartering, to accomplished sailors seeking adventure and new experiences. With countless options for sheltered anchorages and welcoming harbours at the heart of every coastal town and village, there is no question that Croatia is on of the biggest and most diverse marina collectives.

Imagine a country with over 1200 miles of sun-kissed coastline, more than 1,000 islands and one of the cleanest seas on the planet. Imagine sailing in such a paradise.

Bareboat Charter Split & Trogir

Bareboat charter kornati, bareboat charter dubrovnik, plan your bareboat charter in croatia.

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. Our base teams are on hand from the start of your charter and throughout and will be waiting to catch your lines at the end.

Planning your Bareboat Yacht Charter

We can help you plan all the details of your charter, from the yacht, destination, sailing area, route planning, 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 Croatia built by Beneteau, Jeanneau, Dufour, Bavaria and Hanse and catamarans from Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot and Bali.

Yacht bases at the heart of the sailing areas

Located at the heart of each of the sailing regions of Croatia the yacht bases are ideal for exploring the islands and coastline of Croatia. They are in the heart of the best sailing areas, close to local airports for short transfers and offer the best facilities and amenities.

Local Knowledge

Advice from our charter specialists, who have amassed thousands of nautical miles sailing & exploring Croatia, plus support from teams of friendly local experts on the ground.

Itinerary Advice & Route Planning

A wealth of experience sailing and exploring Croatia’s islands and mainland treasures we love to share itineraries with you. Visit the ‘must see’ favourites or venture further a field, the choice is yours.

Round the Clock Support

Our team are here for last minute tips and our 24 hour helpline is available should you need us. Dedicated, hardworking yacht base teams deliver a quality service on the ground.

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Bareboat Plus

Bareboat Plus offers extra support to those who are new to chartering, sailing in Croatia’s waters for the first time or to those who have been on a flotilla sailing holiday. Enjoy the freedom and confidence to sail Croatia’s coastline and it’s islands, visiting the best destinations at your own pace.

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Licence to sail in croatia.

To sail a yacht bareboat in Croatia the Croatian authorities require the skipper to be over 18 and have a sailing licence issued by a statutory authority. Currently this would be a photo card RYA Coastal Skipper practical certificate or higher, Bareboat Chartering Standard (ASA 104) or the equivalent from your country, ICC (International Certificate of Competence) for sail or an IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) or SLC (Sailing Licence & Credentials) with NauticEd.  A VHF radio license is also required. The co-skipper should also be competent to assist the skipper to sail the yacht you are chartering and be over 18 years old. Higher level certification, such as Yacht Master is often required for larger yachts, for example, catamarans around 45 feet+. We can help you navigate your way to have the right qualifications and experience for the yacht you want to charter.

Yachts in Croatia

Brilliant Boats & Cool Catamarans

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.

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Monohull yachts & catamarans, electronics, wi-fi & sound systems, air conditioning & cabin fans, what our customers say.

We loved our holiday in Croatia this year, and would like to continue sailing for another week, but this time in Greece.

Bondarev Family, Peterborough, Yacht 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

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 practice you gave us was invaluable and the help… read more

Peters Family, Cornwall, Catamaran Bareboat Charter, Croatia

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About Island Sailing

A British company based in London, we are enthusiastic and inimitable team with many years of first-hand experience sailing in the beautiful destinations we offer. We are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for all our clients offering the most idyllic yacht charters in the best sailing locations with the widest choice of thoughtfully selected modern yachts and catamarans.

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