Dubrovnik Catamaran Charter
Croatia's long, island-studded Dalmatian coast offers some of Europe's most sublime sailing, perfect for a gulet cruise, which may just be the best way to enjoy a Luxury Yacht charter.
Explore Dubrovnik on a Catamaran
Dubrovnik's terracotta-topped old town, crisscrossed with antique streets and embellished with pretty romanesque towers, tumbles down a lush hillside towards a set of sea-battered rose-grey walls.
The old town's streets, a medieval warren of alleyways, redesigned by Baroque architects after the 1667 earthquake, teem with stunning architecture, from fairytale churches, Rennaissance fountains and ornate city gates to stone houses adorned with pretty flower baskets and majestic gothic palaces casting long time-carved shadows.
Use Dubrovnik as a base to explore the local sailing, adventuring across the islands of Lopud, Mljet and Korcula or embark on a week-long catamaran charter from Dubrovnik to Split, taking in such luminaries of the Dalmatian coast as Hvar, Brač and the Pekleni Islands.
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Where to sail on a Dubrovnik catamaran Charter?
Spend at least a day or two in Dubrovnik to walk the long city walls, taking in the dual-perspective views: the shimmering Adriatic and smattering of islands to one side and the beautiful old town and its topography of spires to the other. For even better vistas, take the cable car to the summit of Mount Srđ for swoon-worthy panoramas of the whole picture in one gasp-inducing perspective: with the orange roofs of the old town toppling towards the striking blue hues of the Adriatic. Take an afternoon in the historic centre to see the Pile gate and eat a traditional Croatian lunch washed down with a glass of Plavac Mali, before picking up your catamaran charter in Marina Frapa.
Sail Croatia from Dubrovnik to nearby Lokrum to meet its resident peacocks and myriad Adriatic flora, before sailing on to the Elaphiti Islands to experience the tranquillity of a rural bay on Sipan. Afterwards, moor in the natural harbour at Polace on Mljet for a day in the sumptuous Mljet National Park, an island lush with pine forests above adriatic sea level and a colourful underwater aquatic landscape below it.
Sail to Korčula for a quainter, slightly less busy and less grand version of Dubrovnik with Venetian houses connected to gothic churches by a network of cobbled streets and alleyways. And the city walls, while not as impressive as Dubrovnik's, allow for sultry sunset views of the Pelješac Peninsula.
Stop for a swim on the iconic horn-shaped Zlatni Rat beach on Brač, before embarking on the short sail towards Hvar and the old town's glitzy marina, flanked by myriad terraces. Moor directly on a terrace next to one of the busy marina's bars and restaurants, and then climb the old town's riveting collection of narrow alleyways that lead to the vast Fortica Fortress.
Your next destination, the stunning Pakleni Islands, lies across the bay and is imbued with a idyllic Croatian coast and countless opportunities for wild anchorages. Each of these sultry islands is lush with pine forests and hides an enviable collection of beaches and hard-to-reach coves, ideal for exploring in your catamaran charter. Next sail the Adriatic to Split to explore the enchanting Diocletian's Palace, a maze of old town streets created from the bones of a Roman palace, now filled with cafes and restaurants,
Adriatic summers are dry and hot with average temperatures in the late 20s, allowing for a long sailing season in Dubrovnik that begins in April and ends in mid-October, but sailing is more than possible for most of the year. The best weather is usually from July to August, but the heat and the crowds endure well into October. However, the occasional bit of inclement weather can cause issues for novice sailors, so opt for a skippered Croatia yacht charter if you need a little extra practice.
Luxury Catamaran Charter Dubrovnik
A luxury Catamaran charter in Dubrovnik gives sailors enviable access to Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast and islands. Opt for a luxurious Sunreef 70 Catamaran to take advantage of beautifully realised cabins, finished to an impeccable 5* standard, and spread across two hulls for optimum comfort and enhanced privacy. luxury yacht charter in open-plan living spaces with bounds of deck space, and feel the sun through the panoramic windows, ideal for onboard dinners elevated by Adriatic vistas.
Fine-tune your luxury Catamaran charter to your preferences, opting for a hands-off sailing experience with a full crew or a skipper, leaving you the time to enjoy the amenities of your sailing boat: such as tenders for going to land, kayaks and jet skis for exploring in hard to reach coves and a BBQ for convivial beachside dinners on remote island beaches. Take along a private chef and your onboard dinners are instantly elevated by fresh local ingredients crafted into whatever dishes your heart desires.
Choose a bareboat catamaran charter for the utmost in sailing freedom and privacy, with everything you need to sail provided except the crew. Sail an opulent Sunreef 60 catamaran into ports across Croatia, sailing away from bustling Dubrovnik to elegant Hvar. Take advantage of the low vertical draft of the boat and pull closer to the coves that indent the mainland or seek out lost bays and sublime anchorages across the heavenly Pekleni Islands
Next Steps
If any of the boats above are along the right lines, you can enquire straight away from the boat page, or get a little help from an expert Dubrovnik yacht charter broker. And the best bit is you don’t even need any sailing experience, you can opt for a skippered charter and just kick back while they take care of the sailing, and maybe learn a rope or two.