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The Republic of Croatia is overlooking the spectacular Adriatic Sea - east of Italy. Slovenia and Hungary lie to the north and Serbia to the northeast, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the east, while the south-eastern end of Croatia shares a short stretch of border with Montenegro. Croatia's coastline is ca approx 1270 km and is characterized by a large number of bays and small islands - between Dubrovnik and Istria alone, there are 1185 large and small islands. Only 66 of them are inhabited, while many of the other islands are protected as national parks. The mainland and the islands altogether have 5820 km of beautiful and breathtaking coastline. This is one of the best places to sail on the planet. The most famous sailing areas are among the Dalmatian Islands, stretching from Dubrovnik to Zadar. A sailing holiday in the southern area around Dubrovnik provides access to a wealth of charming anchorages, rocky islets, ancient villages and the clearest blue water. There is also ample opportunity to visit the most exciting islands Mljet, Korčula and Lastovo - as well as the stunning harbours and inlets along the wild-looking Pelješac peninsula and the nearby Elaphiti Islands. Pristine sandy beaches, a lively nightlife, great food, secluded coves, fascinating historic sites and unspoiled natural beauty makes a sailing holiday in the southern area around Dubrovnik an unforgettable adventure.
Departure: Most of our guests depart from the ACI Marina in Dubrovnik.
A sailing holiday in Dubrovnik on Croatia's Dalmatian coast is nothing less than a cruise through paradise. The passages between the anchorages are short, and there's plenty of time to enjoy all the pleasures of sailing and make interesting excursions ashore to explore and enjoy the local cuisine, or just sit and relax in a café with a drink and rejoice in all of Croatia's many delights. The sailing season runs from April to November, however, the best time to go is in May and June. In these months, the gentle and warm westerly winds are rarely stronger than 15 knots and make a sailing holiday in this area a very family friendly choice – especially for couples with young children or skippers with an inexperienced crew. During July and August, there are regularly calm periods, and breezes are likewise common. In autumn and winter, the stronger Bora wind can be blowing from the north. The tidal range is 1-2 feet, so you do not need to worry about tidal currents. A sailing holiday to the area around Dubrovnik is, therefore, fit for sailors with basic skills in coastal navigation. The normal temperature in the sailing season is 23 °C.
The Dalmatian Islands is a wonderful place to explore, especially on board a graceful yacht. You'll find sandy beaches, ideal for swimming and snorkelling, cosy anchorages and picturesque harbours, where shops, restaurants and nightclubs blend stylishly with the medieval surroundings in the centuries-old cities. Open-air markets under an ancient castle’s looming walls are not unusual. You can also walk along the narrow streets of small towns that date back to the Middle Ages. The many uninhabited islands in these waters are home to large populations of wild animals - and sailing between them is a pure pleasure.
Month |
°C Max |
°C Min |
Avg. precipitation (mm) |
Avg. Water temp. (°C) |
Avg. wind (m/s) |
January |
7 |
0 |
141 |
14 |
3 |
February |
9 |
1 |
128 |
14 |
3 |
March |
12 |
3 |
116 |
14 |
3 |
April |
16 |
7 |
108 |
15 |
2,5 |
May |
21 |
11 |
84 |
18 |
2,5 |
June |
25 |
14 |
71 |
21 |
2,5 |
July |
28 |
16 |
51 |
24 |
2,5 |
August |
28 |
16 |
62 |
25 |
2,5 |
September |
24 |
13 |
93 |
23 |
3 |
October |
19 |
9 |
129 |
20 |
3 |
November |
13 |
5 |
175 |
17 |
3 |
December |
8 |
1 |
167 |
15 |
3 |