A Croatia Superyacht Charter
Private luxury yacht chartering around Croatia has become very popular in recent years. It’s now considered to be a prime spot among many yacht charter enthusiasts. The good news is, it’s still possible to get away from it all when in Croatia; mass tourism hasn’t taken over quite yet and a Croatia superyacht charter means privacy, when you want it. There may be plenty of development still going on, however this friendly country located in the Mediterranean still retains the old charm of years gone by.
Croatia is also beginning to place a huge emphasis on its festivals like flowers, music and culture. Combine this with its craggy coastline, stunning beaches and quaint old villages, then you have a superyacht charter vacation filled with history, romance and adventure.
Rely on the superyacht crew
Rely on the crew to take you to special places which you won’t find in the guide books. They will know secluded coves and bays, idyllic locations you can only get to by boat. OK Croatia has many exciting superyacht charter hot spots like Dubrovnik, Hvar and Split but why not let your superyacht friendly crew take you to places of beauty, away from the crowds?
If diving is your thing, then you’re in luck. Croatia has some very special dive sites and wrecks to explore. There are also awesome archaeological dives that you can go on with a master diver or certified diving instructor. When it comes to diving, the good thing about Croatia is that there’s a fantastic mix of dive sites to suit all abilities. There are some places where you can go by yourself and have a great adventure diving, then you’ve got the more controlled diving in specific locations.
Favourite Croatia bays and anchorages
One of the most favourite bays and anchorages in Croatia for your superyacht charter holiday is at the island of Lastovo. Ask your charter broker or Captain for details, but here there’s a small cove with calm, crystal blue waters, perfect for swimming. It’s the ideal place for the chef to prepare a lobster barbecue. The island itself is only accessible by boat so it’s quite secluded.
Onshore there’s a green and lush landscape, ideal for exploring. Just off Hvar you’ve got the Paklenis and in the centre of the island there’s a fabulous restaurant. It’s a bit rustic and serves mouth-watering seafood, a real gem.
Another bay and anchorage where more yachts are going to is Sibenic, near Skradin. You can cruise all the way up the river and then to the spectacular waterfall in a National Park, what a sight. The National Park tenders can be hired privately.
Seasons: The best time of year to Charter a superyacht in Croatia
July and August are the best months for a superyacht charter vacation to Croatia. Travelling in September is also a good option especially if the weather holds. During September, there are less tourist boats so you have the pick of the best spots when it’s not so crowded. You can see places in a different light without so many people being there.
Advice for anyone chartering a yacht for the first time in Croatia
Don’t rush and try to see too much too soon. Doing too much too soon is like being on a tour bus where you don’t really get to appreciate the culture and what Croatia is all about. Croatia’s a big place so, arrange your yacht charter itinerary well in advance with the captain to get the most out of your vacation. The captain and crew will more than likely have many years of yacht charter experience between them. They will know those special places to go to only accessible by boat as well as exciting things to see and visit.
If you’re taking children with you on holiday, think about what they will enjoy. They might not want to learn about the culture so much but would probably love exploring Croatia’s beautiful bays and gorgeous National Parks.
What should guests take with them on a Croatia superyacht charter?
The answer is as little as possible. Superyachts really do have everything you need on board and more. Most guests do tend to over pack which sometimes comes down to lack of communication. A reputable yacht charter broker should be able to put you in the picture in terms of what you need to take with you. Sometimes it can be quite difficult to get it right. The golden rule is, not to pack too much.
The superyacht crew engaging with the guests
Professional and experienced private yacht charter crew will want to engage with their guests as soon as they step onboard, especially the chef and chief stewardess. Trying to get some background information to find out what guests are really like is the key to a successful voyage. Pre-planning and crew meetings go a long way into making a yacht charter trip even more enjoyable for everyone on board.
This will ensure that when guests arrive they feel more comfortable, more quickly, so there’s complete harmony from the beginning. Attentive and dedicated crew will go out of their way to make the right things happen throughout the vacation. Chartering a superyacht to Croatia will certainly be etched in your memory forever.
What is a superyacht?
Superyachts are private motor yachts and sailing yachts which are defined by their size. The term is a fairly loose one and there is no exact measurement which makes one boat a superyacht and another not, however generally a yacht over 80 feet (~ 25 meters) in length can be considered a superyacht. Some consider the very biggest yachts to be mega yachts but once again, there is no exact analysis to this term and its use. One thing is certain, however, and that is all superyachts will need a professional crew to service them. The Mediterranean Sea is the most popular area for superyacht charters and Croatia is among the top destinations for holidays in Europe.
The cost to charter a superyacht in Croatia
Croatia superyacht charter prices vary according to the size, style and age of the boat. Our luxury superyachts rent from Euro 30,000 to over 1,000,000 Euro per week, plus expenses, in the form of an advanced provisioning allowance (APA is typically ~ 25/30% in Croatia, depending on how much you spend and cruise). Conversely, smaller 'all inclusive' type yacht holidays cost between Euro 15,000 to 50,000 per week. Your charter broker will offer you a full range of Croatia yachts and prices from which to choose. There is an exhaustive list of Croatia yacht prices here, with discounted special offers here.
More information
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Client Testimonials
What our clients say about their charter experience.
Trina: We returned Monday afternoon. The two weeks on board Navilux were simply superb. All as a result of the outstanding service, warmth, and kindness of the crew. Captain Luka found us marvellous secluded anchorages where we swam and enjoyed many meals before moving on to the next spot. Being the Split-Pula-Split itinerary, many of the passages were much longer than any compared to the Split-Dubrovnik-Split rotation. 100 miles one way vs 200 to Pula. Still, the towns we visited were pleasant (although we did not care for Zadar... too large, touristy, etc with no unique charm). Navilux, despite her age, is in very good nick. The Chef, Dominic, is excellent. He caters to all requests: we had a gluten-intolerant person aboard one week, grandkids who liked things simple for dinner, lunch... we had fresh lobster, scorpion fish, monkfish, shrimp both in salad and in pasta, duck breast, pasta w/truffles, risotto and for the 4th of July the crew surprised us with decoration of red/white/blue and flags on the outdoor dining area with burgers, ribs, beans and an American flag cake for dessert. The crew always has a ready smile and friendly greeting no matter what the situation. Service across all areas- rooms, bar service, meals, daily briefing on where to go and timing is without peer. Small laundry items are done once per week at the same time sheets are changed mid-week. Captain Luka has a drone which he uses to take pics during the voyage, which makes for great memories. If we do this again on Navilux, we will most likely limit ourselves to a Split-Split just touring the islands and small bays of that area, which Capt. Luka says we would enjoy. I and all of my family and friends believe Navilux is the perfect size and design ... no need to change. The weather these weeks was quite hot, as you no doubt knew, but aircon worked fine in cabins and on the occasions we had to dine indoors due to wasps swarming from the shore, making outside dining impossible. The new "toys" of sea bobs, jet skis, kayaks, paddle boards, snorkelling gear all got great use during the trip. In fact, the grandkids spent most of their time engaged with them as well as some fishing... only marginal success, but one grandson caught a fish after dinner on our last evening, so was quite chuffed to end the trip on that note. All of our friends and family gave their week 5 stars... I cannot imagine how this could be improved upon...
They absolutely loved the boat and described it as phenomenal. The meeting with the captain at a café the day before departure was excellent and helped establish a great rapport. They loved the flexibility of having the captain tailor each day around their preferences. The boat would typically move in the morning, although some evenings they would travel as well. The food onboard was exceptional. They did not want to miss a single meal and were consistently impressed with the quality. The crew's service was a major highlight. They loved that the crew knew one another well and were all Croatian, which created a very warm and cohesive atmosphere. The crew offered two massages each day, allowing everyone to take turns enjoying them. The captain would regularly go into town to purchase fresh produce and local fish, which added a wonderful local element to the experience. One day, the captain went out diving for octopus and later enjoyed it as part of their onboard meal. Overall Takeaway: The clients were exceptionally positive about the trip, with the yacht experience, crew, flexibility, food, and personalised service standing out above everything else. They repeatedly emphasised how much they loved being onboard and how little they wanted to leave the boat.
Simply top-notch personalized service: From the very beginning of the process matching a boat and location with our party size and desires Trina Howes of Charterworld was outstanding. She had personal experience & was familiar with various yachts enabling our choices both in Turkey and Croatia. I have used her and CharterWorld for 4 separate charters all of which were 5 stars... The process is easy, seamless and each step of the process is easily understood. Trina is available by email and phone during the entire process of investigation, choice and final selection as well as payments and preferences. Highly recommended.
Thank you to all of the amazing crew and our captain because it was you all who made this trip so special. I'm so thankful to have had this experience, and I hope I will be able to do it again! (…) What an incredible week! The islands, the boat and the food were outstanding, but the crew is what truly made our trip so special! Thank you for spoiling us. Can't wait for the next visit. Cheers. (…) Thank you for a wonderful trip that we all will remember for a long time. OMNIA is a beautiful yacht, but the key to our adventure was the crew! You all did an amazing job that made this the best trip ever! (…) We have been planning a trip to Greece for many years, and now have actually made it! What an amazing way to see a new country! The crew was outstanding - thank you all!
What can we say? Unbelievably amazing experience. You are all such wonderful people whom we can now consider friends we hope to have long into the future. Thank you for sharing your hospitality and incredible country with us; we could not have asked for a better experience. We look forward to seeing you all in the very near future – in Croatia or Florida. All the very best and with much affection
To the Reverie team: We want to say a huge thank you for everything you have done for us on this trip. You are the best crew we have ever had on a yacht, hands down. Everything has been flawless. Keith’s food has been healthy, tasty, voluminous, and so varied. The toys and tenders were always ready for us when we needed them, and we loved having 3 Sea-Bobs, 3 efoils and 2 jet skis. Always charged and ready to go, from the moment we woke until we went to bed. Our rooms were cleaned so fast we often wondered if there were fairies who appeared and did it. Our washing was done and returned so quickly we wondered if we dreamed it. Service was perfect (thanks Megan and team!) - always nearby when we needed it, and invisible when we didn’t. We aren’t sure how we will survive at home, and there won’t be a drink, a cold towel and a smile waiting for us. Shane - you found us the best anchorages - exactly where we wanted to be - out of the way, out of the wind, but close to everything. We wanted adventures, and you went out of your way to source e-bikes, which ended up being a highlight. We know it wasn’t easy to find or to get them on and off the boat. The smaller things: remembering everyone’s names; the printed AllTrails maps; taking our kids jet skiing. They have all been noticed and appreciated. We know that it isn’t easy to build a team that can create such an exceptional experience. Congratulations to everyone on board - including those behind the scenes we don’t get to see as much. We would love to come back again next year - only if the crew is the same! Thanks so much!
