When renting a yacht in Croatia, many opt for hiring a skipper as this provides both safety and convenience.
Skippers are required by law to possess a Boat Leader Licence Category B; however, not everyone may wish to go through with it.
Safety
No matter your experience or skill level, having a skipper on board will ensure your safety is a top priority. They’ll take care of navigation, handling mooring and anchoring procedures, as well as offering advice about which islands should be visited during your cruise.
Croatia is a popular choice for both bareboat and skippered charters, and offers ample marinas across the country that make finding an appropriate spot to berth your yacht easy for its duration of the cruise.
Skippers will join you upon embarkation and remain with you throughout the charter, taking care of mooring and anchoring duties, while offering advice about the best islands and culinary delights along your route. In return, it is expected that they receive accommodation (cabin or berth on boat) as well as meals daily from you; optional tipping may also be given depending on level of service provided.
Convenience
Croatia is one of the most stunning sailing destinations in Europe, boasting crystal-clear seas, mild temperatures and old stone towns with centuries-old cultural traditions that make this an idyllic Mediterranean yacht charter location.
Croatia offers visitors a wealth of adventures in the Adriatic Sea thanks to its small distances between islands, its clear water, pristine beaches and sailing fun for beginners and advanced sailors alike. Additionally, its numerous islands boast picturesque, historic, and vibrant cities like Dubrovnik’s historic stonewall city; Korcula’s idyllic town; Mljet’s magnificent national park and Lastovo’s tranquil nature make Croatia truly remarkable!
Choose a skipper is a surefire way to ensure an easy and relaxing Croatia yacht trip, but guests should understand that his or her duties don’t include serving drinks and meals – rather they must provide their skipper with food, shelter and bedding onboard or provide him with accommodation in a cabin or berth on land.
Customization
Croatia’s beautiful coast offers visitors many opportunities for exploration – from secluded beaches and historic towns, to breathtaking national parks. While peak summer months often see high tourist traffic levels, you still have enough time for private sailing adventures aboard luxury yachts or family-friendly catamarans.
Professional skippers with years of experience cruising Croatia’s coast are adept at adapting the itinerary based on any unforeseen changes, such as adverse weather. Should conditions not go according to plan, your skipper can change your itinerary as necessary.
Sailingclick offers an expansive catalog of catamarans and sailboats from multiple manufacturers, which can be easily browsed according to harbor/port, price per week or special equipment requirements. In three simple clicks you can easily arrange yacht rental with skipper that meets all your criteria – all that remains for a truly relaxing Croatian sailing vacation is sitting back and relaxing!
Affordability
Cost of boat rental Croatia with skipper will depend on many variables, including size and type of yacht, duration, location, crew and fuel consumption; seasonal price variations (peak summer prices being usually higher than shoulder seasons such as May and September).
Skilled skippers understand their local environment and charter fleet intimately, and are adept at making recommendations on the ideal sailing routes, mooring spots, restaurants and more. Furthermore, they can teach new sailing techniques or help restore confidence behind the helm.
Croatia offers yacht owners an abundance of mooring options, from private mooring buoys (estimated to cost between 30-40 Euros and 40-50 Euros per night for monohulls and catamarans, respectively*), to marinas with facilities like cafes, restaurants, showers & toilets; however a combination of both may often prove more cost effective; or alternatively they may choose anchorage in quiet bays and coves away from tourist towns to experience its natural surroundings more deeply.