The 15 Best Yacht Cruises in Croatia

1.Boat Tour to Pakleni Islands on a Comfort Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 424 reviews · 4 hours · from $94 a seat Our pick

Sail from Hvar to two quiet Pakleni Islands bays aboard a 36-foot yacht with a skipper and up to eight people. You can swim, snorkel, use the included paddleboard, and bring drinks for the onboard fridge. Skippers such as Vitor, Viktor, Alex, and Alexander are known for friendly guidance and easygoing sailing.

“loved swimming in the cove with the fish, wish we could have spent more time there”

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2.Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90 a seat

Sail from Hvar to two bays around the Pakleni Islands aboard a small yacht with up to eight people. Your skipper sets the route around the weather, provides sailing tips and local stories, and anchors for swimming and snorkeling. Bring lunch and drinks, then use the onboard fridge, WiFi, and restroom during this relaxed four-hour outing.

“The pickup by the green lantern was smooth and efficient. The instructions were easy to follow. Although there was no wind, the 2 lads made it interesting and were able to adapt and overcome. The little stories of the local places of interest were entertaining. Safety of our group was important to them. Nice choice of music!”

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3.Romantic Sunset Sailing Experience On A Comfort Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 119 reviews · 2 hours · from $76 a seat Best value

Set sail from Hvar’s Riva 27 in the late afternoon aboard a yacht for up to eight people. Your skipper, possibly Viktor, Alex, Petar, or another crew member, guides you past Hvar and the Pakleni Islands toward the sunset. Bring your own snacks and drinks, choose shared or private sailing, and enjoy a calm two-hour return cruise.

“It was a tranquil, beautiful trip. Relaxt and friendly skipper. We enjoyed it!”

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4.Full-Day Private Yacht Tour to the Elafiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · whole boat $2,038, up to 12 Top rated

Book a private yacht for up to 12 people and spend about eight hours visiting Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan. Swim at Koločep Blue Cave, walk among Lopud’s churches and monastery, and stop for food around Šipan. Hotel and accommodation pickup, drinks, snacks, towels, WiFi, and snorkeling gear are included.

“The crew were amazing. The trip was perfect. Beautiful boat and stunning. Would 100% recommend this. Water activities, great lunch stop and beers aboard! Thanks for a perfect day!”

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5.Croatia Luxury Villa and Yacht Combo Package on Korcula Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $5,805 a seat

Base yourself in a luxury villa in Lumbarda on Korčula while a private motor yacht carries you to Mljet, Lastovo, Dubrovnik, Vis, Hvar, and Brač. Expect small-group service for up to 12 people, guided walks, swimming stops, seven breakfasts and lunches, airport transfers, and local hosting from the Korčula Adventures team, including Zoran and Blaza.

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6.Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $251 a seat

Spend about eight hours cruising from Hvar to Budikovac, the Green Cave, Stiniva Cove, Biševo’s Blue Cave, and the Pakleni Islands. A maximum of 12 people share a comfortable yacht with snorkeling gear, paddleboards, towels, drinks, a toilet, and a sundeck. Teddy and the crew keep the day moving, though cave fees and lunch cost extra.

“This was a highlight of our trip to Hvar! Teddy and crew took good care of us from beginning to end. We had perfect swim spots between caves. We even made a stop at one of the most beautiful secret beaches, Stiniva. We all ate a late lunch together at another beach before heading back. Make sure to book this tour when in Hvar!”

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7.Experience Romantic Sunset Sailing on modern 36ft sail yacht from Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90 a seat

You’ll spend about two hours aboard an 11-meter sailing yacht with a skipper such as Luka, David, Petar, or Ante. Expect views of Zadar’s waterfront, the Sea Organ, the Greeting to the Sun, and nearby islands. Bring wine, beer, soft drinks, and snacks to keep in the onboard fridge.

“This was a lovely experience and David was an amazing sailer. He was will informed about Zadar and was ready to answer away at any questions. He saved us a $30 cab ride by dropping us off at the main pier in Zadar. THANK YOU DAVID”

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8.Half-Day Private Yacht Tour to the Elafiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · whole boat $1,658, up to 12

Travel by private yacht from Dubrovnik with pickup at your hotel or accommodation. Swim and snorkel at Koločep’s Blue Cave, walk Lopud’s sandy shore and chapels, then choose between lunch plans or a swim stop near Šipan. A crew such as Teo and Mirko, or Jake and Alan, handles the boat and refreshments for groups of up to 12.

“Theo and Mirko made our day very special. The boat beautiful, spacious and new. Both captain and mate were professional, kind, and knowledgeable which made for a memorable day! Highly recommend”

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9.Experience Romantic Sunset Sailing on a modern 36ft (11m) sail yacht | Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $77 a seat

Set sail from Hvar’s main harbor for a relaxed two-hour sunset cruise around the Hvar archipelago and Pakleni Islands. A professional skipper such as Petar, Peter, Victor, or Alexander handles the boat while you enjoy the views. Bring wine, snacks, or soft drinks for the yacht’s fridge, and pack a light jacket for the cooler return ride.

“Peter met us at the dock and was extremely welcoming. The boat is very nice with areas is shade and sunshine. We brought some dinner and drinks which worked great. The sunset sail was so relaxing and Peter had us in the perfect position for sunset. Cannot recommend this enough if you’re looking for a relaxing evening on the water and a beautiful sunset.”

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10.Exclusive Luxury Yacht Tour of the Elaphiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · whole boat $2,832, up to 12

Spend about eight hours aboard a private yacht from Dubrovnik’s Gruž Port, with stops at Lopud, Koločep, Šipan, Šunj Beach, and a cliff-jumping spot near Koločep. Captain Pero, Mirko, Jakov, Antonio, or another local crew member can shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and quiet coves. Drinks are included, but lunch is not.

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11.Full Day Group Sail Boat Tour to Elaphiti & Blue Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $170 a seat

Spend about eight hours sailing from Dubrovnik among the Elaphiti Islands with a small group of up to eight people. Captain Dragan or skipper Zeba may tailor the day around swimming, snorkeling, sailing, and island time. The trip includes drinks, SUP use, equipment, and an optional Blue Cave visit, but lunch is bought separately on Lopud.

“This was an amazing tour! The company is relatively new, professional, and very accommodating. The skipper was so kind and knowledgeable, telling me what different lines were for and letting me steer the boat! I had a wonderful day with lots of snorkeling stops, swimming, relaxing, and exploring an island for lunch. The whole day is very customizable based on your interests and how active you want to be. This is the only company out of two others I tried booking through that didn’t cancel on me the day before. I would recommend this trip to anyone in the area!”

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12.Full Day Sail on a yacht – friendly skipper- small group – lunch optional

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $180 a seat

Join a small yacht group from Hvar for an eight-hour coastal outing with stops at Lučišća, the Red Rocks, Dubovica, Milna, and the Pakleni Islands. Skippers such as Petar, Borko, and Filip tailor the day to sea conditions, provide snorkel gear and a paddleboard, and can arrange lunch at Notos. Bring your own drinks.

“Absolutely fantastic day with skipper Petar! He is a total professional, took us to beautiful bays for swimming, and a delicious lunch on shore. Best day in Croatia is on the water 😎”

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13.Dubrovnik to Elaphiti: Yacht Escape in Style

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $798 a seat

Set out from Dubrovnik on a private 33-foot speedboat with skipper Ivan or another Rewind guide. You can tailor the day around snorkeling, caves, beaches, island history, or lunch at BOWA Restaurant. Hotel pickup, gear, towels, snacks, fuel, and unlimited drinks are included. The outing lasts about four to eight hours.

“Absolutely AWESOME! Look no further if you want a custom tour to see the best of the Elafiti Islands. Ivan was our guide and truly customized the experience to meet all of our family needs. He had fantastic recommendations for the kids to enjoy beaches, nature, marine life and the boat ride and excellent food and beverage recommendations for my husband and I with lots of information about Croatian culture and history. He even took the kids back for a second visit to their favorite spot before returning to Dubrovnik. It was such an incredible experience, we booked a second trip to Mljet with Rewind and Ivan as our guide.…”

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14.Mljet Island National park Yacht Excursion from Korcula Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $336 a seat

Cruise from Korcula to Mljet National Park aboard a 15-meter motor yacht with guide Zoran and a small group of up to 14 people. You get park entry, time to snorkel and swim, a visit to St. Mary’s islet and its Benedictine monastery, SUP boards, Wi-Fi, and a three-course Mediterranean lunch on board.

“Zoran treated us to a beautiful day exploring Mjet - through the national park and then into a private cove for a wonderful lunch. Highly recommend!”

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15.Pula: Half or Full day boat tour on yacht with skipper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 1 day · whole boat $1,531, up to 16

Hire a private yacht from ACI Marina Pula for a five-hour half-day or ten-and-a-half-hour full-day cruise. A skipper takes your group toward Brijuni or Kamenjak, with time for bays, swimming, snorkeling, and boatside relaxation. The yacht has three bedrooms, two toilets, a flybridge, sundeck, barbecue, fridge, paddleboard, and drinks.

“Best day ever!! Everyone was so nice and welcoming!! Definitely book this boat.”

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