Short Sailing Holiday in Croatia

Adventure Sailing Holiday in Croatia with Kayaking, Cycling and Walking
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This is a great short break with a difference. Rather than stay on land, stay on board a catamaran and discover the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik, the Elaphiti islands and Mljet Island National Park. Organised excursions include walking, cycling, paddleboarding and kayaking as well as swimming and snorkelling. Friendly dolphins can often be spotted swimming alongside the boat! Departures every day except Friday. Option to extend your stay on land afterwards for 4 nights. Contact us for availability. From € 580 per person

Get ready to explore

Sail around Dubrovnik’s beautiful islands on a catamaran yacht
Take in the sights of the area with entrance to Mljet Island National Park with its monastery and stunning lakes
Explore the islands on foot, by bike or kayak

Included

3 nights on board a catamaran (with en suite bathroom)
3 breakfasts
Activities and use of equipment (kayaks, bikes, paddleboards, snorkeling gear)
Local taxes, permits and marina fees
Yacht skipper
Assistance
Insurance

Excluded

Flights
Arrival & Departure transfers
Meals & beverages – unless otherwise specified
MANDATORY € 90 FEE PER PERSON to be paid at check-in to cover fuel, mooring, sojourn tax
Ston city walls entrance fee
Entrance to Mljet Island National Park
Everything not specified above
Accommodation
You will spend 3 nights on the Nautitech 44 Catamaran which has a total of four rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. The catamaran has beds for up to 10 passengers with lots of deck space, comfort and very good sailing performance. Model: Nautitech 44 France Built in: 2008 Length: 13,47 m Beam: 6,81 m Draft: 1,20 m Gross tonnage: 14,00 t Total power output: 58 kW Propulsion: sail & internal combustion engine Cabins: 4 Double + 2 Single Wc / shower: 4/4 and cockpit shower Hot water: yes Max persons allowed: 10 + 2 + 1 Twin rooms/Cabin available on request with a 10% surcharge per person.
In recent years Dubrovnik has become one of the hottest destinations in the Mediterranean and it’s not hard to understand why. Its historic streets and grand baroque palaces, surrounded by ancient city walls and set against the backdrop of the Adriatic Sea on one side and Mount Sdrj on the other, give it an unmistakable appeal. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, damage caused by sustained artillery attacks on the city during the war in the Balkans in the 1990s was repaired in the original style and the city was restored to its original splendour, with its characteristic red terracotta rooftops and limestone streets. Popular attractions include the 2km long city walls, which you can walk along in around an hour; the Sponza palace, originally built as customs house in 1516 it now functions as the State Archive; the Cathedral; and Stradun, the city’s main thoroughfare where you will find throngs of locals and tourists throughout the day. Lokrum Island is a 15-minute boat ride from the old town harbour; as well as many peaceful coves it also boasts a Botanical Garden and a Benedictine Monastery. Around one hour by boat from Dubrovnik you can find the Elafiti islands, an archipelago offering great opportunities for hiking, lovely beaches, superb seafood, fantastic snorkelling and beautiful sunsets. What more could you want from your summer holiday? The largest island is Sipan, where you will be based for a lot of your stay. It has a population of around 430 inhabitants. With its quiet bays, beaches, cypress trees, groves of orange and lemon trees it is a true haven from city life. The island is small enough to get around easily by bike an you will quickly adapt to the slow pace of life here. Second in size and best known for its sandy beaches, Lopud is completely free of motorised traffic. The island was once full of summer residences of the aristocracy, and there are several well-preserved medieval churches and fortresses dotted around. Kolocep is closest to Dubrovnik and is a popular day trip destination. It is one of the best locations for sea kayaking in the archipelago, and you may even spot some dolphins!
Day 1Arrival, Lopud and Sipan islands Boarding takes place at 10:00 a.m. on

Arrival, Lopud and Sipan islands
Boarding takes place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays, and at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. After a short safety briefing, you will set sail aboard a modern catamaran offering plenty of space and comfort. You will enjoy a swimming stop near Kolocep Island, with the opportunity to try paddleboards before lunch at a renowned fish restaurant in the Dubrovnik area. In the afternoon, you will sail past Lopud Island and spend the night anchored in a beautiful bay on Sipan Island.

Day 2Mljet island and Peljesac peninsula Your next stop is Mljet National P

Mljet island and Peljesac peninsula
Your next stop is Mljet National Park, an ideal destination for sea kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, cycling and swimming. The park entrance fee is not included and can be paid locally. Surrounded by lush pine forests, the park is home to two beautiful saltwater lakes. You can cycle to the lakes from the mooring and, time permitting, take a boat to the small island in the larger lake to visit a 13th-century monastery. In the afternoon, you will sail to a peaceful bay on Mljet Island or the Pelješac Peninsula, where you will spend the night.

Day 3Peljesac peninsula Spend the morning paddleboarding, swimming and snor

Peljesac peninsula
Spend the morning paddleboarding, swimming and snorkelling before sailing towards Broce and Ston. Famous for its impressive 5 km-long stone walls, Ston was once a key centre of salt production in the Dubrovnik Republic. You can walk along the historic walls connecting Ston and Mali Ston, a charming village renowned for its oyster farms. As you sail along the Pelješac Peninsula, one of Croatia’s premier wine regions, you will also have the opportunity to admire the hillside vineyards and sample some of the area's celebrated red wines. In the afternoon, you will return to a peaceful bay or, weather permitting, spend the night in Luka Šipanska.

Day 4Elafiti islands, departure As you sail back to Komolac, you will pass

Elafiti islands, departure
As you sail back to Komolac, you will pass the beautiful green Elaphiti Islands, enjoying the last moments of your Croatian sailing adventure. If you are planning to explore more of Croatia, feel free to ask your guides for recommendations. Their local knowledge will help you discover not only the most popular highlights but also some hidden gems off the beaten track.

Note on the itinerary:
Sailing takes place when weather and itinerary conditions allow. Sailing is the preferred mode of transfer, and the skippers are highly experienced; however, at times it may be necessary to choose between reaching the next stop on time for meals or activities, or sailing with the sails up and engine off.

The itinerary and duration of activities may be adjusted depending on group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, water levels, and special events. Guides and trip leaders always prioritise safety and will do their best to ensure the best possible experience for guests. For this reason, the itinerary may be modified when necessary to avoid discomfort or risk in exceptional circumstances. We reserve the right to change the itinerary without prior notice

Nearest Airport: Dubrovnik Airport Other airports: Split airport You need to make your own way to the base in Komolac on the outskirts of Dubrovnik, from where you will be transferred to the catamaran. We recommend that you stay the night before in Dubrovnik to ensure that you are able to board in plenty of time. Start time: 10 am for Saturday, Sunday and Monday departures, 2 pm for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday departures. End time: 12 noon for Saturday and Sunday departures, 4 pm for Tuesday and Wednesday departures. You will receive full check-in information after booking.
Start time: 10 am for Saturday, Sunday and Monday departures, 2 pm for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday departures. End time: 12 noon for Saturday and Sunday departures, 4 pm for Tuesday and Wednesday departures. No Friday departures

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