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Charter a Skippered Yacht for a Carefree Sailing Holiday in Croatia!

Cruising the Adriatic is a dream vacation, cutting the waves on your way from one amazing island to another. One day you're enjoying the privacy of a luxury yacht in a secluded bay, then on the next day, you're strolling down the promenade of a busy town on the Croatian coastline. Truly a dream. There is just one problem – you don't know how to sail a yacht. The solution is hiring a skipper for your sailing holiday!

How does a skippered yacht charter work?

If you've opted for hiring a private yacht charter with a skipper during your sailing vacation in Croatia, your skipper will join you on embarkation. He'll be by your side for your entire charter and in that time he'll take care of the safety of the passengers and that the yacht is returned to the base undamaged, while you enjoy your vacation. The skipper will advise you on the best islands to visit, handle the mooring and anchoring of the boat, and even help you learn about sailing.

Who is a professional skipper?

In the most simple terms, a professional skipper is a person who has the skill and experience as well as all the necessary official qualifications to sail a yacht. Additionally, he takes care of the boat, the people on the boat and all other details that are important for safe and smooth sailing. 

What is a skippered yacht charter?

In a nutshell, a skippered charter is a boat rental where you reserve a boat and organise for a professional skipper to captain it for you. Having a skipper to sail the yacht is perfect for those with no sailing experience, or those who are not yet confident in sailing on their own.

Reasons to go for Skippered Yacht Charter in Croatia

A yacht charter with a skipper is the best choice not only for sailing beginners but for everyone who just wants to spend their sailing holiday on a relaxing cruise and spend time with their families. Another case in which experienced sailors might want to hire a skipper is if they don't have the necessary qualifications or licenses. For example, in Croatia, it is required to have a valid sailing license to charter in Croatia. Also, a yacht charter with a professional skipper is great for those with sailing experience, but no knowledge of sailing areas in Croatia they want to explore.

Skippers are experienced sailors

In most cases, skippers are people whose love for the sea stretches back to their childhood and the first steps in the world of sailing started in local sailing clubs or with their families. A professional skipper will ensure that your sailing holiday goes safely, should any emergency happen he knows how to react and take all the precautionary steps.

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Sailing the Croatian coast for years, your skipper has first-hand experience and knowledge of all the factors that have an impact on sailing, such as the currents, tide motions and winds. Thanks to that, if any of the weather conditions begin to seem unfavourable, he will be able to make adjustments to your sailing route and advise where to go. By doing so, the skipper takes care not only of your safety but also of your holiday as he'll make sure that your sailing experience is precisely what you want and need, even if the plan needs to be changed.

Skippers can teach you new sailing skills

This can be a great opportunity for yachting enthusiasts to pick up some skills from your skipper. He will be more than happy to share his knowledge with another enthusiast. Just ask him, aspiring sailors are always welcome. This is the best school you'll ever be able to attend, with first-hand experience and sailing tips and tricks that come with years of sailing, all while you sail Croatia and explore the mesmerising Adriatic Sea. You'll get hooked on sailing in no time!

Skippers know the best sailing destinations

As we said before, skippers have sailed the Adriatic Sea for years and they have the local knowledge of the best places to visit. Your skipper will advise on the best destinations to visit regarding your preferences. Whether you want to enjoy the privacy of secluded coves, visit the best islands for snorkelling and diving on pristine beaches, or enjoy  traditional Croatian cuisine on the Dalmatian coast. If lively nightlife is your thing or maybe you want to island hop to different ancient cities every day, the skipper will know where to go! The skipper also knows all the best mooring places, marinas and anchorages and of course, it goes without saying – he is very familiar with Croatia and the Adriatic Sea. All you have to do is kick back and have the time of your life.

Frequently Asked Questions about Skippered Yacht Charter

Does the skipper speak English or any other language?

All skippers who work with Croatia Yachting speak Croatian and are fluent in English. If you or your party are not comfortable with English, we also have a crew fluent in other languages.

Tip: The multilingual crew get booked first, so you should book ASAP.

Can we make specific requests regarding the skipper?

Absolutely and we will do everything we can to make this happen. If you have special requests like – “Age (younger/older), good with kids, non-smoker, knows good party spots…” Whatever it may be, just let us know; the more information we have, the better we can match the perfect skipper for you.

Do you assign a skipper or do we get to choose?

Our standard procedure is that we gather as much information about you and your party as possible (i.e. preferences, yacht, itinerary), then we send you 2 – 3 CVs, and you choose your captain.

Will I have privacy during our yacht charter?

If you're worried about your privacy while having a skipper on board, it's important to know that the skipper will adjust according to your preferences.
We are asked this question many ways – “What if we don’t want the skipper to always be with us” or “We value our privacy”. Alternatively, we also hear – “We would like the skipper to be actively involved in our holiday”. The easy answer is – both are possible.
If you want to spend your time in the company of your friends and family, the skipper will respect your wishes and stay out of your way. However, if you want more interaction and conversation, he'll be up for it.
Communicate openly with your skipper throughout the week, and we trust you will find a perfect rhythm with your skipper.

Where does the skipper sleep on a boat?

Skippers must have their own accommodation on the boat. If you plan to charter a yacht with a skipper (and/or hostess), it is best to charter a yacht which already has separate crew cabins. 

If crew accommodation is not planned in the layout, then it is customary to leave one cabin for the skipper/hostess. Sometimes skippers sleep in the saloon but this is not something we advise as the crew needs time to rest so they can give you their best.

How much does a skipper cost?

Typically, crew fees depend on the level of their experience and the size of the yacht. However, to help you budget, the cost of a skipper in Croatia is usually between 150 – 250 EUR per day.

This fee does not include meals for the crew; your crew can either join you for meals or you can allow 30 EUR per crew member, per day. Also, note that this fee does not include gratuity.

Should we tip our skipper in Croatia?

We recommend you keep tipping in mind while you're planning your holiday budget. Although tipping is not mandatory in Croatia, a tip of 10%-20% of the charter price is customary, especially if you're satisfied with the skipper's service.

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