Sibenik Sailboat Charter

Why choose Sibenik for a week yacht charter

Sailing in Kornati National Park

Choosing to maroon in the berths of the marina in Sibenik is often the choice for those looking to explore this extraordinary corner of Croatia. Many of the yachts here, whether with skipper or bareboat, can research the details on how best to spend every day sailing this national park, made up of 140 islands, scattered across an area 35km in length and 14km wide. Thanks to there being no price, it is a cheap yet beautiful place to explore, a haven of natural beauty in Croatia with little/no sign of human inhabitation. Sibenik is the perfect starting point to discover the islands by yacht charter, and you may even be lucky enough to see the colony of dolphins during the day. Make sure you wake from your cabins early and set sail on your boat to catch the sunrise – a truly unforgettable experience.

Cuisine of Croatia – at a fantastic price!

When you charter a yacht from Sibenik, you will be astounded at the details of the food of Croatia. Every day you can sample the sumptuous, flavoursome food, all within a short distance from the berths of the marina. Ask your skipper for some recommendations, but if you have a bareboat charter, it won’t be hard to find great food during the week at an affordable price. Of course, after a day of sailing and before you retire to your cabins, you may long for freshly-caught seafood. Why not try…Crni rizot: A traditional, black risotto dish of Croatia with squid, mussels and clams – a true favourite among people in Sibenik.
Pasticada: You must try this during your yacht charter. This is a beef fillet which is marinated in wine vinegar and red wine for days, then served with gnocchi. The details of this recipe can vary slightly by region in Croatia, but everyone on your boat is sure to love this.
Brudet: A typical dish of the coastline of Croatia, and always available at a great price, it’ll be easy to find an authentic version of this fragrant fish stew if you charter a yacht in Šibenik.

Šibenik: Docking in the berths of Marina Mandalina

Located within a short distance of the islands of Hvar, Vis, Solta and Brač, the city of Šibenik is a great place to begin your yacht charter. Your base is located at Marina Mandalina, just south of the city, and can accommodate boats of up to 140 meters in length. With 429 sea berths, the marina is of good size and has all the facilities you might need before embarking on your cruise, and this marina is known to be one of the safest ports in the bay of Šibenik due to its location, which is naturally protected from all types of winds. This means you can have a peaceful night’s sleep in the cabins of your boat.

Marina Mandalina is also home to specialist shops such as a yacht chandlery and various services if you need to fix something onboard your boat. If you charter from Šibenik in high season, front office services are open from 7am to 10pm and from 8am to 9pm in the mid-season. If you choose a bareboat charter, professionals will welcome you and will also be able to provide you with expert information on navigating the area. Alternatively, your skipper onboard your yacht will be able to help you with details you may need during your week of sailing. Just a short distance from the marina lies two beaches, a windsurfing school, tennis courts, and the local bus station. The price of berths in high season tends to be a little higher, but you can be sure to find somewhere for boats of all length in this marina.

Navigation Conditions in Croatia

A yacht charter in the Adriatic will be a dream – and Sibenik is the perfect place to begin your week of sailing. If you book your bareboat charter for between April and November, you can enjoy the glorious heat of the Mediterranean sun, and mild winds for comfortable navigation and warm temperatures. (Note: it’s a good idea to keep updated on details of local weather forecasts during your yacht charter in Croatia, so as not to be caught out by stronger gusts of wind after you leave the berths of the marina!) Your skipper will be aware of sailing conditions in the region of Sibenik, and beyond. If the weather is too hot, you can opt to have a boat with fans in the cabins, which may come at a different price.

Sibenik Reaching your yacht charter marina…

Sibenik has no airport of its own, but luckily, due to its proximity to the cities of Split and Zadar (both major airports in Croatia), you can fly in and have a short transfer of 1-2 hours to reach your boat in the berths of the marina. You can reach your yacht charter by bus, as there are many which directly connect the cities, or you can contact your GlobeSailor advisor who can give you details on how to organize a private transfer at a great price. Once you have unpacked in the cabins of your boat, sailing will be your main mode of transport in Sibenik with your skipper! You will be ready for the best week ever on board your yacht charter.