When people ask us what kind of boats we offer in Croatia, the short answer is: almost everything that floats well and is looked after properly. From compact family sailboats to wide catamarans, quick motor yachts, power cats, gulets and high-end luxury yachts, our fleet covers the full range of charter options along the Adriatic coast.
This page gives you a clear overview of our main yacht types and how they fit different crews and budgets. You can then dive deeper into each category – via the dedicated pages for catamarans, sailboats, motor yachts, power catamarans, gulets & motorsailers and luxury yachts – or jump straight into live availability with our boat search.
SkipperCity does not own the boats – we act as an independent Croatian agency that works with trusted charter fleets and private owners. That means we can combine boats from different bases and companies into one clear shortlist for your dates. We focus on boats based in the main Croatian marinas – Split, Trogir, Kaštela, Rogoznica, Šibenik, Zadar and Dubrovnik – plus a few smaller ports where it makes sense for certain routes.
All boats we recommend are properly registered for charter, maintained by professional technical teams and insured for commercial use. We look at age, condition, maintenance approach and reviews before adding a boat or fleet to our working list. Over time, we keep what works well and quietly drop partners that do not match the service level we want for our guests.
Catamarans are the most popular choice for many of our guests. With two hulls and a wide beam, they offer large cockpits, saloons and foredecks – perfect for families and groups that appreciate space. Cabins are usually spread across both hulls, giving more privacy than on many single-hull boats. If you want a floating apartment with a big terrace and easy access to the water, start with our dedicated Catamaran Charter Croatia page.
Within the catamaran fleet you will find everything from simple, older 38–40 foot models up to brand-new 50+ foot cats with flybridges, air-conditioning and water toys. Many can be booked bareboat, while larger or more premium catamarans come with a skipper and often a hostess or chef.
For guests who love the feeling of a single hull leaning into the wind, our sailboat fleet covers a wide range of monohull yachts. These are the classic boats you see sailing up and down the Croatian coast – efficient under sail, economical on fuel and often more budget-friendly than multihulls. Our Sailboats page goes into more detail on sizes, itineraries and pricing.
Sailboats work beautifully for couples, smaller families and crews who enjoy being active with sails and lines. Many guests choose a professional skipper for the first year and then return later for bareboat charters once they are more familiar with the local conditions.
If you prefer to move quickly and cover more miles in a week, our motor yacht fleet is the place to look. These yachts trade sail area for horsepower – you gain speed, larger cabins and a modern feel, and you do not need to wait for perfect wind to reach the next island. Motor yachts are ideal for guests with limited time or a strong wish to combine several regions – Split, Hvar, Vis, Korčula and Dubrovnik – in a single itinerary.
Most motor yachts in our portfolio come with a professional skipper or full crew. Smaller boats are great for families who like comfort and short hops, while larger yachts offer separate crew areas, toys and more formal service.
Power catamarans sit between motor yachts and sailing catamarans. They keep the wide, stable platform of a sailing cat but use powerful engines instead of masts and sails. The result is a comfortable, efficient boat that can cruise faster than a sail cat but with lower fuel consumption than many classic motor yachts. You can read more on our Power Catamarans page.
Power cats are especially interesting for mixed groups where some guests want speed and others want stability and space. They also work well for shoulder-season charters when winds can be more variable.
For a completely different atmosphere, we also work with a curated selection of gulets and motorsailers. These traditional-style wooden or steel vessels run with full crews and are more like boutique hotels on the sea than standard charter yachts. Most are booked on a half-board or full-board basis and are perfect for multi-generational families and groups of friends who want long meals on deck and very little practical responsibility.
Gulets and motorsailers usually sail from Split, Trogir, Dubrovnik or nearby ports, following comfortable island-hopping routes with plenty of swim stops and time ashore.
At the top end of our fleet you will find luxury yachts – crewed motor yachts, superyachts, high-end catamarans and premium gulets. These boats come with larger crews, higher service levels, more toys and strong focus on privacy and custom itineraries. They are a natural choice for big celebrations, demanding families and guests who are used to five-star hotels and expect a similar standard on the water.
If you are considering a luxury yacht, we normally start with a short conversation about your expectations and only then suggest a shortlist of yachts that actually match your style and budget. A well-chosen 24-metre motor yacht can be a much better fit than a random larger superyacht that does not suit your group.
Across our fleet you will find three main service levels – bareboat, skippered and fully crewed. Which one is right for you depends on licences, experience and how relaxing you want the week to be.
Bareboat charter means you or someone in your group is the skipper. You need a recognised licence and VHF certificate and you take responsibility for navigation, mooring and safety on board. Many of our smaller sailboats and catamarans are available bareboat; it is a great option if you enjoy running the boat yourself and keeping costs down.
Adding a professional skipper is one of the simplest ways to relax. Your skipper handles the boat in ports and anchorages, suggests routes that match the forecast and can teach you as much or as little as you like about local sailing. Skippered charters are popular on bigger catamarans and for first-time guests on the Adriatic.
On larger catamarans, motor yachts, luxury yachts and gulets you will have a full crew – captain, deckhand, chef and often hostess or stewardess. You are looked after from morning to night: meals, drinks, tidying cabins, setting up water toys and organising details on land. This is the most carefree option and ideal for premium and luxury segments.
Our active fleet covers all major charter regions in Croatia. The biggest concentration of boats is around Split and Trogir, but we also work with fleets in Kaštela, Rogoznica, Šibenik, Zadar and Dubrovnik. Together with our Croatia destinations pages – including detailed guides for Split, Trogir and Dubrovnik – this lets you align your starting base with the route you imagine.
Most charters run Saturday–Saturday, but in some shoulder-season periods and on specific gulets or luxury yachts it is possible to arrange different starting days or one-way trips. If you have a special plan in mind, just mention it in your enquiry and we will check realistic options.
Because we are based in this region and spend a lot of time around the docks and marinas, we get to see boats and charter bases in real life – not just in brochures. Over the years we have learned which fleets invest in maintenance, which skippers and crews earn consistent praise and which boats are best treated as backup rather than first choice.
When you ask us for offers, we do not just search a database and send everything. We filter out boats with problematic histories, unrealistic layouts or poor value, and focus on those that match your crew size, comfort expectations and experience level. If a boat looks attractive in photos but is known to be noisy, badly laid out or underpowered, we will tell you and suggest alternatives.
The easiest way to see what is available for your dates is to use our online boat search. Choose Croatia as destination, select your preferred boat type and starting base, enter dates and crew size and you will see a curated selection from our partner fleets.
If you already know which shipyard you like – for example Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, Bali, Hanse, Bavaria or Beneteau – you can refine things further on our Search by Brand page. This is helpful if you have chartered a specific model before and want something similar, or if you are using the trip to test a boat type before buying your own.
Of course, you can always skip the tools and simply send us a short message describing your ideal week. Many of our best matches start with a basic note like “two families, July, Split area, mid-range catamaran, skipper included”. From there we prepare a shortlist and explain the pros and cons of each option in normal language.
SkipperCity is an independent Croatian charter agency. We do not own the boats – instead we work with multiple fleets and private owners so we can choose the best options for each enquiry. This also means we can be honest if a particular boat or fleet is not the right fit for you.
Most of the active charter fleet in Croatia is between 0 and 10 years old, with some well-maintained older yachts still performing nicely. We will always show the build year for each boat and can filter offers if you prefer only very new models or are happy to consider slightly older boats in exchange for a better price.
Yes, your charter contract is made for a specific boat, not just a category. In rare cases where technical issues arise before embarkation, fleets may propose a similar or better replacement. If any change is suggested, we are on your side in checking that it is genuinely equivalent or better.
That is completely normal. Many guests book their first charter without knowing the difference between a catamaran and a monohull. Tell us about your group, how many cabins you want and how you imagine your days, and we will compare options across several types before you decide. You can always move from one idea to another – from sailboat to catamaran, from bareboat to skippered – until it feels right.
Yes. For bigger groups it is common to charter two or three boats that sail together – for example two catamarans, or a mix of catamarans and sailboats. We will help you choose compatible boats and coordinate skippers and routes so the small flotilla works smoothly.
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