The 15 Best Sailing Trips in Croatia

1.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Hvar & Pakleni Islands with Food and free Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 670 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $119Our pick

Set sail from Split on the Summer Blues catamaran for three swim stops, a guided walk through Hvar, lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, water, and coffee. Guides such as Manuela and Mia help keep the day friendly and lively, with music and dancing on the ride home.

“We had an good experience on this all-day excursion!. The crew was absolutely fantastic, professional, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the trip. The sights were breathtaking, and we loved every stop along the way. Tip: If you're prone to motion sickness, be sure to bring some motion sickness pills with you as it is not smooth sailing and you hit quite a few swells. They do serve you a pastry for breakfast, lunch after the Hvar stop and then fruit and muffins after a swim stop in the late afternoon.”

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2.Full-Day Sailing Trip to Kornati

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 563 reviews · 9 hours · from $81

Sail from Marina Borik in Zadar with up to six other passengers and an English-speaking skipper. Cruise toward Kornati and Telašćica, swim and snorkel in clear bays, visit Lake Mir and the cliffs, and enjoy a relaxed nine-hour day on the water.

“Charming young Skipper, who taught us a lot about sailing, the region and made sure that we have a fantastic time on board. It was his goal that we as well find a passion for sailing. Thanks a lot, Ante ;)”

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3.Boat Tour to Pakleni Islands on a Comfort Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 424 reviews · 4 hours · from $94

Sail from Hvar with a skipper such as Vitor, Victor, Alex, or Phillip aboard a 36-foot yacht. In four hours, you visit two quiet Pakleni Island bays for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding. Bring your own drinks, keep them cold in the onboard fridge, and choose a morning or afternoon departure.

“What an amazing day! Perfect from start to finish - fantastic communication from Marija and they even gave us an extra 45 min tour time due to slight delay at the port (out of their control!). Alex, the skipper, was so so lovely; took us to some breathtaking spots and made the experience even better. Paddleboarding, snorkelling, swimming - highly recommend!”

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4.Zadar Half Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Sail the Zadar Channel with an English-speaking skipper such as Petar or Ante, stopping to swim, snorkel, and explore Preko. This four-hour trip carries up to nine people, includes snorkel gear and an onboard toilet, and leaves time for coffee on the island.

“A wonderful experience. skipper Ante was very kind and nice. We walked around the beautiful small island of Ošljak, swam in the nearby bay, sailed in the wind... it's really worth going.”

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5.Sunset & dolphin group tours with Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41Best value

Meet Massimo and the local crew at ACI Marina Rovinj for a 90-minute sunset cruise on the family-built Bikini catamaran. You’ll look for dolphins, hear personal stories about Rovinj, and finish with a sea-level view of the Old Town and harbour.

“This trip was an incredibly pleasant and unforgettable experience for us. Our host was kind and helpful, and shared fascinating stories about the city. The sunset was breathtaking, and to our delight, we even spotted some dolphins. It was the perfect way to end a magical day in Rovinj. 😊❤️”

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6.Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90

Set out from Riva 37 in Hvar with a professional skipper such as Viktor, Vitor, Alexander, or Peter. Expect about four hours on a sail yacht, two swim and snorkel stops, a flexible route, and room in the fridge for your own drinks and food.

“We had a truly wonderful and relaxing day on the water exploring the stunning Pakleni Islands from Hvar. The boat tour was beautifully organised – we sailed around crystal-clear waters, dropped anchor in idyllic spots, and enjoyed swimming in the most beautiful sea. It felt like paradise and was such a special experience for all of us. Everything was calm, peaceful and unhurried – the perfect way to enjoy this part of the world. Highly recommended!”

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7.Catamaran Cruise to Golden Horn & Brač island.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 175 reviews · from $125

Spend 10 hours cruising from Split to Brač aboard the Summer Blues mega catamaran. See Vidova Gora, relax at Golden Horn, swim in two clear bays, and enjoy included lunch, fruit, cake, beer, wine, soft drinks, and music. English guides, including host Dragana and guide Ivan, lead the day.

“It was a fantastic trip and everything was just as it was described. The tour guide was really friendly and helpful.”

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8.Blue Cave Catamaran Tour with Drinks and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 139 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Sail from Dubrovnik toward Koločep and Lopud on a stable catamaran with cushioned seating, shade, toilets, and room to move. Swim at the Blue and Green Caves, snorkel with provided gear, and reach Šunj Beach by swimming from the boat. English and Spanish guides lead the four-hour trip.

“Great drinks options - good amount of time at each stop. Lovely crew and great music. Highly recommend this trip.”

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9.Romantic Sunset Sailing Experience On A Comfort Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 119 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Set sail from Hvar’s Riva 27 with a skipper such as Victor, Alex, or Petar, then cruise toward the Pakleni Islands as the sun drops into the sea. The yacht carries up to eight people, with shared and private options, room for your own snacks and drinks, and time for photos, music, and quiet sailing.

“It was a tranquil, beautiful trip. Relaxt and friendly skipper. We enjoyed it!”

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10.Private Sailing Tours in Zadar Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Zadar with skipper Tony or Laura for a private four-hour cruise to Ošljak and Ugljan. Swim, snorkel, enjoy the pine and fig-scented air, stop for an optional lunch, and return by boat with views of the coast and islands.

“My family and I were in Zadar for a day in Port on a cruise recently. We booked a half day trip and had an amazing time! We stopped for lunch and two different places to get out and snorkel in the crystal clear water. Toni was extremely accommodating and even had drinks and snacks on board for us. Highly recommend this experience for a relaxing day on the water!”

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11.Adventure Sailing 4 Night Dubrovnik Cruise on the Huck Finn Cat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $822

Spend four nights between a Komolac guesthouse and a modern catamaran, sailing Dubrovnik’s islands with a crew of up to eight. You’ll swim at Kolocep, cycle in Mljet National Park, walk Ston’s walls, taste Peljesac wine, and use kayaks, bikes, and paddleboards along the way.

“Very much enjoyed this three night sailing trip. It was relaxing with a mix of swimming and visiting a few different islands. Catamaran was veru nice a spacious.”

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12.Brac Island One-Day Trip with the Sailboat Nana – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours sailing from Omiš to Brač with Mario and Carla aboard their private 37-foot yacht, Nana. Swim and paddleboard in Konopljikova Cove, visit Pučišća, and enjoy homemade Croatian food, wine, beer, and dessert. The boat carries up to six people.

“If I could leave 100 stars I would. Best day of our holiday, in what was already our best ever holiday. Mario was really friendly and super accommodating; delicious lunch provided and the places we went were spectacular. We spent an afternoon in the cove with noone else…enjoying the water. Thanks so much, we will never forget the amazing day we had!”

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13.Full Day Sailing Tour To Elafiti Islands from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about eight hours sailing from Dubrovnik with Captain Filip aboard a small boat limited to six people. Swim and snorkel at Koločep and Šunj, explore Šipan, and choose an optional seafood lunch. The boat has a restroom, shower, and snorkeling gear.

“Amazing trip despite little wind, many thanks to the amazing skipper Filip for this fantastic day and truly memorable experience....”

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14.Full-Day Private Yacht Tour to the Elafiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours on a private yacht from Dubrovnik, visiting Koločep’s Blue Cave, sandy Lopud, and fishing-focused Šipan. Your group of up to 12 gets hotel pickup, towels, snacks, water, tea, snorkeling equipment, onboard WiFi, and alcohol. Swimming, island walks, and a restaurant stop shape the day.

“The crew were amazing. The trip was perfect. Beautiful boat and stunning. Would 100% recommend this. Water activities, great lunch stop and beers aboard! Thanks for a perfect day!”

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15.Private Sailing Boat Trip with Swimming and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · 2 - 8 hours

Set sail from Hvar with skipper Jura on a private boat for up to six people. Visit Mlini, Palmizana, Jerolim, Perna, or other coves, with time for swimming and snorkeling. The restored boat has a canopy, sun cushions, toilet, icebox, Wi-Fi, USB port, and Bluetooth speaker.

“Jura was an excellent skipper. Very friendly, professional, and kind. This was our first time sailing and it was a great first experience, stopping at two beautiful destinations to enjoy time swimming and lounging.”

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