Motor yacht charter Zadar

Location of Zadar

Zadar is the Croatian name of Dalmatia’s capital. It’s on a neck of land on the Adriatic Seacoast next to a canal, sheltered by the sea through the islands of Ugljan and Pasman.

Can you rent a motor yacht in Zadar- do I need a license? The requirements.

Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters and gulet charters may not require a license. Larger boats or those with more powerful engines need a skipper’s license. Before you confirm your sailing trip to Zadar, please send us a copy and we will check it for you. You need to have the original copies on board, so don’t forget to take them.
To sail in Croatia, one of the following qualifications is necessary: • ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International, with valid Navigational and VHF licenses Prerequisites: RYA “Day Skipper Course” or complete the ICC Assessment form to prove competence from previous experience.
If you do not have a skipper license, it is also possible to rent a motor yacht with a skipper

Motor yacht charter Zadar – the main ports

Marina Zadar

You will find the town’s port in the central part of the shores of the Adriatic, in the centre of Zadar. They have 200 berths and 100 on-land facilities. They offer access to water and electricity, and they have shower cabins, laundry service, groceries and restaurants as well. The port – which has a certificate – also has a fuel station.

D-Marin Dalmacija (Sukošan)

Croatia’s largest marina has 1200 sea berths and 300 land berths for ships. The marina can accommodate ships up to 40 m in length and superyachts in transit up to 80 m. D-Marin Dalmacija is one of the best-equipped marinas in the Adriatic. There is a café, a bar, restaurants, a beach club, a maintenance and repair shop, and a grocery store on site. Also, there is a fuel station available. sailing in Sukosan, yacht charter Sukosan

Marina Preko (Ugljan)

This marina, accommodating 95 boats, can also be found on the island of Ugljan, only 4.8 kilometres from Zadar. Only yachts with a maximum length of 20 metres are allowed. The depth of water is 2 metres. You can find a laundry, restaurants as well as a fuel station here.

Marina Kornati (Biograd na Moru)

The marina of Biograd, which also has a certificate, can accommodate 705 boats with a length of up to 23 metres. The entrance is 40 metres wide, and the maximum depth is 6.5 metres. They have a 24-hour security service, boat maintenance and a fuel station. There is also a restaurant with a capacity of 370 guests. sailing in Biograd na Moru, boat rental Biograd na Moru

Marina Veli Rat (Dugi Otok)

The idyllic marina is located in Panthera Bay, in the northern part of Dugi Otok. They can accommodate 200 boats, and they protect against the wind and flow. You can acquire services such as currency exchange, there is a small shop, and you can also rent a car or a bicycle.

ACI Marina Žut (Kornati)

The marina, located in the northeastern part of the Kornati archipelago, offers 120 berths for boats up to 40 metres long. They are open between April 1st and October 31st. In case the Bora is strong, it is recommended to anchor in the northern dock or use the mooring buoys. If the other strong wind, the Jugo is present, it is much more pleasant to anchor on the southern dock.

Marina Tribunj

Marina Tribunj has 220 seas and 150 land berths, all of which are equipped with running water and electricity. The marina can accommodate boats up to 26 m in length. The depth of the seabed is 4 m. Marina Tribunj is open all year round, and it also has Certification. Thanks to the circular shape of the nearby Lukovnic island, the marina is protected against winds. rent a boat Tribunj

ACI Marina Jezera (Murter)

ACI Marina Jezera has Certification. Thanks to its location, the marina is an ideal destination for sailors. It is located in a bay surrounded by picturesque hills that protect against winds. The marina has 225 sea and 60 land berths for boats up to 25 m in length. The depth of the seabed is 5 m. ACI Marina Jezera is open all year round. In addition to the most important services, you can also refuel your boat.

Marina Hramina (Murter)

This protected and safe marina is located in the northwestern part of the island of Murter, in Hramina Bay. It has 370 seas and 120 land berths for boats up to 25 m in length. The depth of the seabed is 3, 5 m. Marina Hramina is open all year round. It offers quality services, including refuelling. Murter sailing, rent a boat Murter

ACI Marina Vodice

The marina has 273 sea berths and 55 land berths for boats up to 25 m in length. The depth of the seabed is 3, 5 m. There is also a laundry, restaurants and a refuelling station on site. ACI Marina Vodice is sheltered from all winds, except for the strong Jugo, which can cause strong waves. Vodice sailing, rent a boat Vodice

D-Marin Mandalina (Šibenik)

One of the biggest advantages of this beautiful marina is its convenient location. It is only a few km away from the historic centre of Šibenik. Moreover, it is protected against winds and waves. D-Marin Mandalina is awarded with five Golden Anchors and a Certification. It has 429 seas and 50 land berths. Of these, 79 are designed specifically for superyachts. This is the only port in Croatia that can accommodate superyachts up to 140 m. Refuelling is among the quality services of the port. If you get hungry, there is a bar, a restaurant, and a grocery store on site. Sibenik sailing, motor yacht charter Sibenik

ACI Marina Skradin

Skradin is a picturesque town located at the mouth of the Krka River, where it flows into a natural bay. This is a beautiful area, but the river depth and navigation make it unsuitable for large ships. Skradin’s primary maritime role is acting as a gateway to the stunning Krka National Park. It’s a well-equipped, modern marina with capacity for around 180 vessels, water and electricity connections, restaurants, shops, sanitary facilities, maintenance and repair services

Marina Mali Losinj

This marina is located on the West of Losinj Island. The bay is protected by the North and East winds. 80 transit ships have free space here in total with a maximum length of 18 metres. If you want to rent a berth, book it well in advance because this part of Kvarner Bay is quite popular in the summer season. There are water and electricity supply and many local restaurants and bars nearby with astonishing views of the bay. Mali Losinj sailing, yacht charter Mali Losinj

Sali Marina

Sali Marina is on the southeast of the Dugi Otok island. It lies 20 km from Zadar. There are 90 berths. The maximum length of yachts is 70 m with a water depth of 4 m. There are emergency services, dentists and even a post office in the town.

Marina Novalja (Pag)

The vicinity’s largest port lies on the north from the town of Novalja. There are 100 berths with a water depth of 5 m. sailing in Novalja, boat rental Pag

ACI Marina Rab

The marina is in the northern part of Rab Island. There is a gas-filling station nearby. But you can also find professionals for yacht repair and maintenance. There are 142 wet berths. The maximum yacht length of 20 m and the maximum draught of 5 m.. boat rental Rab

Beaches in Zadar

Saharun beach:

Saharun beach grants an excellent summer day for all generations. The beach is in one of the most picturesque gulfs, with crystal clear water and white sand. This 800 m long section of the shore shaded by pine trees is a perfect place for relaxation.

Ninska lagoon:

Not far from Zadar, near to the historical town of Nin, the Nin lagoon includes kilometres of sandy beaches and hidden gulfs. If you don’t mind getting dirty you can take a bath in the medicinal mud at Queen’s beach. Low sand dunes with Mt. Velebit in the background create gorgeous scenery.

Zaton beach:

Zaton is among the best beaches in Croatia. It has won the rating, which certifies the quality of water, security, environmental management, and excellence of services. In the hot summer months, pine trees serve as sunshades over the sandy, pebbly beach surrounded by Mediterranean plants. Zaton beach is a perfect spot for spending a careless day only a few kilometres from Zadar.

Major sights in Zadar

Zadar, a city with three thousand years long history, is a highly valuable cultural inheritance of its region. The beauty of the past with the convenience of modern travel offers several touristic sights in the heart of the Adriatic. The turbulent history of the city left many scars, along with a significant cultural heritage. Numerous churches and monuments remain from different eras. There’s a building, where you can view historical objects, and it’s open all year. The churches of St. Donatus and St. Stephen are the most famous ones. Besides that, the walls, fortresses, and gates in Francis City are all worth visiting. And don’t forget about St. Grisogono and Grisogono Vovo palaces, as well as the palace of Providurovu Ducal. It’s also the place of the St. Anastasia cathedral’s base from the 20th century.
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The Adriatic shore has the traits of a Mediterranean climate. The sun shines a lot. Summers are dry and hot, winters are mild and rainy. In September the usual amount of rain is about 160 mm in only a month. On the 11th of September in 2017, 323 mm of rain fell in just 24 hours, which caused a flood in the city and its surroundings.

The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Zadar. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.

The wind rose for Zadar shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Zadar shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.

Day 1. Zadar (Marina Tankerkomerc) – Sukošan (Marina Dalmacija) 11.17 km (6.94 nm), Day 2. Sukošan – Biograd na Moru (Marina Kornati – south) 17.68 km (10.99 nm), Day 3. Biograd na Moru – Kornati National Park 27.86 km (17.31 nm), Day 4. Kornati National Park – Sali (Dugi Otok) 10.32 km (6.41 nm), Day 5. Sali – what to do in Brbinj (Dugi Otok) 23.54 km (14.63 nm), Day 6. Brbinj – Nin (Seaport Ninski 2) 31.76 km (19.74 nm), Day 7. Nin – Sutomišćica (Olive Island Marina) – Zadar (Marina Tankerkomerc) 34.79 km (21.61 nm).

Day 1. Zadar (Marina Tankerkomerc) – Sukošan (Marina Dalmacija) 11.17 km (6.94 nm), Day 2. Sukošan – Murter (Marina Hramina) 35.21 km (21.88 nm), Day 3. Murter – Šibenik (Marina Mandalina) 32.40 km (20.13 nm), Day 4. Šibenik – Rogoznica (Marina Frapa) 33.69 km (20.93 nm), Day 5. Rogoznica – Vis (Marina Vis) 58.50 km (36.35 nm), Day 6. Vis – Žirje 92.14 km (57.25 nm), Day 7. Žirje – Kaprije – Zadar (Marina Tankerkomerc) 75.05 km (46.63 nm)

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