How much does it costs to charter a catamaran in Croatia?
Quick answer
Prices shift with season, size band, and build year. Spring runs lower, peak summer runs higher, autumn cools down again. A mid-range 44–46 ft catamaran in May often sits near 3,200–5,200 EUR bareboat for a week. Peak weeks in late June through late August push many models to 6,800–11,000 EUR. September returns to 4,200–7,800 EUR for popular lengths. Larger crewed models follow a wider range, from high teens to several tens of thousands per week.
For a wide overview of fleets and regions, browse our page on Croatia catamaran charters.
Headline ranges by size band and season
40–45 ft
- Spring: 2,400–4,200 EUR bareboat per week
- Peak summer: 5,000–7,800 EUR
- Autumn: 2,600–4,600 EUR
46–50 ft
- Spring: 3,200–5,600 EUR
- Peak summer: 7,000–11,000 EUR
- Autumn: 3,600–6,200 EUR
51–55 ft
- Spring: 4,600–7,800 EUR
- Peak summer: 10,000–16,000 EUR
- Autumn: 5,000–8,800 EUR
60–80 ft with crew
- Spring: 16,000–30,000 EUR
- Peak summer: 28,000–55,000 EUR
- Autumn: 17,000–34,000 EUR
Month-by-month pressure and calm windows appear in the guide to the Best time to charter in Croatia.
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What drives price
- Size band: more length equals more space and higher base rates.
- Build year: newer hulls carry premium pricing.
- Layout: extra heads, private forepeaks, and flybridge lounge raise demand.
- Comfort gear: air conditioning, generator, and watermaker lift rates.
- Crew level: skipper, hostess, and chef move totals upward.
- Start week: school breaks, festivals, and late-July to August set the top of the range.
- Start port: Split, Kaštela, and Trogir offer broad supply. Dubrovnik and Zadar show different patterns.
Picking a layout that suits your group helps every euro work harder. See How to choose the right catamaran.
Bareboat overview
Bareboat means a licensed skipper inside your group handles the vessel. Spring weeks often bring strong value. Peak summer pulls many boats upward by 40–80 percent over May. Autumn returns to friendlier levels while sea temperatures stay warm.
- 40–45 ft: spring 2,400–4,200, peak 5,000–7,800, autumn 2,600–4,600
- 46–50 ft: spring 3,200–5,600, peak 7,000–11,000, autumn 3,600–6,200
- 51–55 ft: spring 4,600–7,800, peak 10,000–16,000, autumn 5,000–8,800
License guidance appears under Bareboat requirements in Croatia and the VHF certificate guide.
Skippered overview
Adding a local skipper increases safety, eases docking, and frees evenings for your crew. Two paths exist for family comfort. Skipper only. Or skipper plus hostess.
- Skipper day rate: 190–250 EUR plus meals
- Hostess day rate: 170–220 EUR plus meals
- Cabins: reserve one cabin for each crew member
Service format and hiring steps appear under Skippered charter options.
Fully crewed and luxury overview
Larger cats from 55 ft to 80 ft often sail with skipper, chef, and hostess. Some programs run an APA model. Others run a fixed-cost package with fuel and food caps.
- Typical weekly range: 16,000–55,000 EUR across season and spec
- APA: 20–30 percent for fuel, berths, food, and toys
- Packages: set meal plans and fuel caps on select boats
Premium formats and crew roles appear in Crewed catamaran charters.
Seasonality from April to October
April and early May bring soft prices and quiet marinas. Mid-June launches pressure weeks. Late June through late August brings full docks and higher quotes. September holds warm water with friendlier totals. October rewards flexible travelers with easy berths and calm mornings. Calendar notes and airfare logic sit inside the article on the Best time to charter in Croatia.
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Start ports and one-way logic
Split, D-Marin Kaštela, and Trogir offer dense supply and short legs to Brač and Šolta. Šibenik opens Kornati and Telašćica. Zadar reaches Ugljan and Dugi Otok. Dubrovnik serves the Elaphiti and Mljet. One-way routes bring a reposition fee and strict handover plans. Ask early if a southbound or northbound leg suits your week.
- Route primer for Šibenik and Kornati: Šibenik and Kornati route
- Regional view for Zadar waters: Zadar catamaran charters
- Beaches and moorings near the Old Town: Dubrovnik catamaran charters
Inclusions vs extras in Croatia
Standard inclusions on many fleets
- Bed linen and towels
- Dinghy with outboard
- Galley set and basic cleaning kit
- Safety gear verified during handover
Exact lists sit under What is included in the rental agreement.
Common extras with ranges
- Transit log and final cleaning: 200–450 EUR
- Tourist tax: 10 EUR per guest per week
- Moorings and marinas: 60–220 EUR per night by length and port
- Fuel for engines and generator: 150–350 EUR for relaxed weeks on 40–50 ft boats
- Wi-Fi packages: 20–60 EUR
- SUP, kayak, or seabob: from 120 EUR per week for SUP, far higher for seabob
Provisioning tips live in our Provisioning guide.
Marina and mooring math
ACI and D-Marin price berths by length with multihull supplements in many ports. ACI Split, D-Marin Kaštela, ACI Šibenik, ACI Zadar, and ACI Dubrovnik run banded price sheets. Restaurant buoys reduce spend and place swimmers next to clear water. Town quays such as Hvar or Korčula reward arrivals before mid-afternoon.
Fuel logic by size band
- 40–45 ft: 120–180 liters for a relaxed week near Split
- 46–50 ft: 150–220 liters
- 51–55 ft: 180–260 liters
Generator hours for air conditioning increase totals on premium models. Early morning hops during calm seas reduce rpm and burn. Local wind rhythm for central Dalmatia appears under Weather in Split area.
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Tourist tax and national park permits
- Tourist tax: 10 EUR per guest per week at check-in
- Kornati and Telašćica: park tickets priced by length and nights on mooring
- Mljet and Lastovo: separate park charges, often sold on site or through partner points
A national-parks primer sits here as a Kornati route guide. Southern island patterns appear in this Elaphiti route guide.
Insurance and deposits
Two structures exist. A refundable security deposit blocks a higher sum with full or partial exposure. A damage-waiver program lowers exposure in exchange for a non-refundable fee plus a smaller residual hold. Our team explains coverage lines during booking and handover.
Optional toys and comfort upgrades
- SUP, kayak, snorkel sets
- Seabob or e-foil on select fleets
- Extra towels and beach sets
- Higher-bandwidth Wi-Fi when needed for work calls
Booking window and pricing waves
- Early-bird: strong selection and promo lines for spring sign-ups
- Standard window: stable quotes through late winter and spring
- Last-minute: sharper prices on leftover hulls, limited choice on layouts
Airfare and school calendars push demand in waves. A short guide to timing sits here: Best time to charter in Croatia.
Three sample budgets with full line items
Case A: family of six, 44-ft cat, June, Split round trip
Base: ACI Split or D-Marin Kaštela. Boarding: Saturday from 17:00. Route: Brač, Hvar, Šolta, Pakleni. Distance: 95–110 NM.
- Base rate: 6,800 EUR
- Skipper: 210 EUR x 7 = 1,470 EUR
- Fuel: 180 EUR
- Moorings and marinas: 4 buoy nights, 2 marina nights, average 130 EUR = 780 EUR
- Transit log and final cleaning: 300 EUR
- Tourist tax: 60 EUR
- Wi-Fi: 40 EUR
- Refundable deposit or waiver: chosen structure
Indicative total: 9,630 EUR before food and transfers. Regional primers: Split catamaran charters and Weather in Split area.
Case B: friends group of eight, 48-ft cat with skipper and hostess, July, Šibenik loop
Base: ACI Šibenik. Route: Kornati and Telašćica. Distance: 120–130 NM.
- Base rate: 9,200 EUR
- Skipper: 230 EUR x 7 = 1,610 EUR
- Hostess: 190 EUR x 7 = 1,330 EUR
- Fuel: 220 EUR
- Moorings and marinas: 2 marina nights, 3 park buoys, average 150 EUR = 750 EUR
- Park permits: 260 EUR
- Transit log and final cleaning: 320 EUR
- Tourist tax: 80 EUR
- Wi-Fi and toys: 120 EUR
Indicative total: 13,890 EUR before meals for crew and groceries. Route primer: Šibenik and Kornati route.
Case C: luxury party of eight, Lagoon 65 with three crew, September, Dubrovnik to Split one-way
Base: ACI Dubrovnik. Route: Elaphiti, Mljet, Korčula, Hvar, Brač, finish near Split. Distance: 140–170 NM.
- Base rate: 29,000 EUR
- APA: 20 percent = 5,800 EUR for fuel, food, berths, and toys
- One-way fee: 1,000–2,000 EUR by program
- Tips for crew: 10–15 percent after a strong week
Indicative total: 36,800–37,800 EUR plus tips. Southern flavor appears in Dubrovnik catamaran charters . Elaphiti planning notes live in this Elaphiti route guide.
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How to read a quote
- Base price: week, model, and build year
- Mandatory extras: transit log, cleaning, waste fee
- Refundable deposit or damage-waiver program: pick one structure
- Options: early check-in, toys, hostess, chef
- Final balance: common split is 50 percent on booking and 50 percent four weeks before boarding
Full inclusion notes appear under What is included in the rental agreement.
Savings without pain
- Pick shoulder weeks in May, early June, late September, or October
- Target mid-size hulls with strong layouts instead of the newest flagship
- Favor restaurant buoys for three or four nights
- Plan short lunch stops under sail to reduce engine hours
- Request two quote versions to compare crew levels and marina plans
Licenses and radio rules in plain words
A licensed skipper plus a VHF Short Range Certificate meets Croatian rules for bareboat programs. See the full overview under Bareboat requirements in Croatia and the VHF certificate guide .
Support channels and contact paths
Our team covers base check-ins at ACI Split, D-Marin Kaštela, ACI Šibenik, ACI Zadar, and ACI Dubrovnik. Phone and WhatsApp support runs during boarding days and travel days. A booking guide and contact form live under Contact our team.
FAQs
Do tips for crew follow a common range
Ten to fifteen percent after a strong week. Context appears in Tipping in Croatia
Do deposits differ by size band
Deposit size grows with length and spec. A waiver reduces exposure in exchange for a fee plus a smaller hold.
Are berth fees higher for multihulls
Yes in many ACI and D-Marin ports due to beam. Restaurant buoys lower spend and place swimmers near clear water.
Where do fuel totals sit for a relaxed week
On 40–50 ft cats, plan around 150–250 liters with short legs and early starts. Generator hours for air conditioning raise totals.
How long does handover take at Split
We open check-in at Split base on Saturday from 17:00. Briefing and papers finish in one to two hours based on model size and crew experience.
Do one-way routes raise totals
Yes. A reposition fee and tighter handover timing add to the final number. Ask early for northbound or southbound legs.
Where to read about routes and parks
Start with the Šibenik and Kornati route and the Elaphiti route guide.
How to book
- Share dates, group size, and comfort goals
- Pick two size bands and one layout per band
- Choose bareboat, skipper only, or full crew
- Request two quote versions with and without marina nights
- Lock a short hold and review the agreement
