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Šibenik
Board in Šibenik, home to a UNESCO-listed stone cathedral.
Photo: Ivana / CC BY-SA 3.0SeasonMay–Sep
AirportSplit
Cabin from£1,030
Boat from£7,700
A week here
A maze of bare islands in a national park, the Krka waterfalls and fishing villages. Croatia at its wildest and calmest.
Itinerary
The week, day by day
Tap a day or a point on the map. Indicative route: your skipper adapts it to the wind.
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Skradin
Up the river to Skradin and the waterfalls of Krka National Park.
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Zlarin
Car-free Zlarin, known for its coral, and a sunset swim.
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Kornati
Kornati National Park: a maze of 89 bare stone islands.
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Telašćica
Telašćica bay, cliffs over the open sea and a salt lake.
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Primošten
Primošten, a village on a peninsula ringed by vineyards.
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Šibenik
Back to Šibenik, breakfast and disembark at 10:00.
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Weeks here
7 daysNature & Adventure
Whales, volcanoes, marine reserves and real sailing.
from £1,030See →
7 daysRelax
Slow mornings, quiet coves, no alarm clocks.
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7 daysFamily
Short hops, shallow bays, happy kids.
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7 daysRomance
Honeymoons, proposals and anniversaries at sea.
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Extras
Make it yours
Services from trusted local suppliers. Ask when you book and we send you a price.
Local guide ashore
Villages, history and spots no guidebook shows.
Diving and PADI courses
Try-dives, guided dives or your diving licence during the week.
Food and wine tastings
Wineries, markets and dinners at the best harbour restaurants.
Sailing course
Learn to sail with your skipper: manoeuvres, knots and helming.
Chef or host on board
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked on board with local produce.
Provisioning delivered
Arrive to a full fridge: food, drinks and ice.
Airport–marina transfers
We pick you up at the airport and drop you at the boat.
Photographer and drone
A shoot on board and the week filmed from the air.
Travel and cancellation insurance
Travel with medical and cancellation cover.
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Guides for your trip
Destination guideSailing Holiday in Croatia: A 7-Day Skippered Itinerary from Split to Hvar
Plan a skippered sailing holiday in Croatia for 2027: day-by-day Split to Hvar route, best months, sea temperatures, costs in £ and flights from the UK.
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Beginner’s guideFlotilla vs Skippered: Which Sailing Holiday Is Right If You’ve No Experience?
Flotilla, bareboat or skippered? Compare the types of sailing holiday, costs and experience needed, and find out what a week afloat is like for beginners.
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Experiences
See all (12)Experiences in Kornati & Krka
Day tripKornati National Park Boat Trip
Cruise through the maze of bare islands in Kornati National Park, with swims in clear water and lunch on board. Park entrance included.
from £225 per person9 h →
Local guideKrka Waterfalls Tour from Šibenik
Walk the wooden boardwalks of Skradinski buk, the most famous waterfall in Krka National Park, with a guide. Transport from Šibenik and river boat included.
from £210 per person5 h →
SnorkellingŠibenik Kayak Tour: St Nicholas Fortress
Paddle the St Anthony Channel to St Nicholas Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with swim stops. A different way to see Šibenik.
from £175 per person3 h →
FoodBabić Wine Tasting in Primošten
Discover Babić, the native red grape grown between dry-stone walls by the sea in Primošten. Tasting at a family winery with local produce.
from £105 per person2 h →
DivingKornati Scuba Diving: 2-Dive Boat Trip
Dive the walls and caves of Kornati National Park, one of the Adriatic’s top dive areas. Two guided dives in one morning, departing from Murter or Vodice.
from £330 per person6 h →
DivingTry Scuba Diving in Vodice & Šibenik
Breathe underwater for the first time in the Adriatic with an instructor beside you. No experience or certification needed, in clear and calm water.
from £280 per person3 h →
Boat tripPrivate Speedboat Tour from Šibenik: Zlarin & Prvić
Explore the Šibenik archipelago on a speedboat just for your group, with swims in quiet coves and stops on Zlarin and Prvić. Your own pace and a local skipper.
from £915 per group5–6 h →
Water toysJet Ski Rental in Vodice
Half an hour of speed on the Adriatic off Vodice, with the islands of Prvić and Tijat on the horizon. No licence needed and a briefing beforehand.
from £315 per group30 min →
Water toysParasailing in Vodice
Rise above the Šibenik riviera and see Vodice, the islands and the sea from the air. Single or tandem flight, no experience needed.
from £225 per person45 min (12 min flight) →
FishingPrivate Fishing Charter in Šibenik & Kornati
A half day of fishing with a local captain among the Šibenik islands and the edge of Kornati. Trolling or bottom fishing, with all tackle included.
from £1,670 per group4 h →
Local guidePrivate Šibenik Walking Tour & Cathedral
Walk Šibenik’s old town, the oldest native Croatian city on the coast, with a local guide. Includes the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St James.
from £520 per group1.5 h →
TransferSplit Airport to Šibenik Transfer
Private door-to-door transfer between Split Airport and Šibenik, Vodice or your departure marina. A driver waiting with your name and no queues.
from £450 per group1 h →
Book with confidence
- Hold your place with a £175 deposit
- Pay the rest in instalments up to 60 days before
- Free date change up to 90 days before
- 24-hour cancellation, full refund
Questions
Before you sail
When is the best time to sail in Croatia: Kornati & Krka?
The season runs from May to September.
How do I get there?
Fly to Split (SPU). Your skipper meets you at the marina.
How much is it?
Cabins from £1,030 per person or the whole boat from £7,700 per week.
What is included?
The boat, a licensed skipper, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and insurance. Food, drinks, fuel and marinas come from a shared on-board kitty.
How much is the kitty?
Usually £130–£220 per person per week, depending on meals ashore and motoring.
How do I book?
Choose your week and destination, reserve with a £175 deposit per person and pay the balance 60 days before.