What Are the Average Costs of Catamaran Rentals in Croatia?

You want clear numbers. You want inclusions and extras line by line. You want real examples from Split, Šibenik, Zadar, and Dubrovnik. I run turnarounds each week across ACI and D-Marin bases. Here is a straight and local price guide you can trust.

Quick Answer

• 40–45 ft: spring €2,500–€5,000, summer €5,500–€9,500, autumn €3,000–€6,000.
• 46–50 ft: spring €3,500–€6,500, summer €7,500–€12,500, autumn €4,000–€7,500.
• 51–55 ft: spring €5,000–€9,000, summer €10,000–€18,000, autumn €5,500–€10,000.
• 60–80 ft crewed: spring €22,000–€48,000, summer €28,000–€75,000, autumn €24,000–€60,000.

Ranges reflect hull year, layout, and service level. Newer boats sit higher. Older boats sit lower. Peak weeks in late June to late August push rates to the top of each band. Planning windows affect choice and price. See timing notes here: best time to charter in Croatia.

What Drives Price

1. Size. More meters equal more cabins and higher base rates.
2. Year. Newer hulls draw premiums due to condition and features.
3. Layout. Equal cabins with en-suites price higher than mixed heads.
4. Systems. Air conditioning, generator, watermaker, lithium banks.
5. Crew level. Bareboat sits lowest, then skippered, then fully crewed.
6. Start port. Split and Kaštela offer depth of stock. Dubrovnik prices higher on some weeks.
7. Season. Shoulder weeks offer value. Peak weeks lift demand and nightly energy across islands.

Pick a platform with this helper: how to choose the right catamaran.

Bareboat Pricing Overview

Bareboat means you skipper. A recognized license plus a radio card sits on the nav desk in original form. Read acceptance notes here: bareboat requirements in Croatia and this VHF certificate guide.

Typical weekly base rates

• 40–45 ft
  • April–May: €2,500–€5,000
  • Late June–August: €5,500–€9,500
  • September–October: €3,000–€6,000
• 46–50 ft
  • April–May: €3,500–€6,500
  • Late June–August: €7,500–€12,500
  • September–October: €4,000–€7,500
• 51–55 ft
  • April–May: €5,000–€9,000
  • Late June–August: €10,000–€18,000
  • September–October: €5,500–€10,000

Bareboat suits experienced skippers who like restaurant nights and simple breakfasts onboard.

Skippered Pricing Overview

Add a licensed skipper. You relax while a pro runs the boat and helps with route timing.

• Skipper: €190–€250 per day plus meals and a cabin.
• Hostess: €170–€220 per day plus meals and a cabin.
• Chef: €220–€350 per day plus meals and a cabin.
• Food allowance: budget €30–€45 per crew member per day for onboard meals when you shop.

Compare formats and service scope here: skippered charter options.

Fully Crewed And Luxury Pricing

Large cats from 60 to 80 feet run with a full team. Expect a skipper, a chef, and a hostess. Some add a deckhand.

• Weekly base: €22,000–€75,000 based on size, year, and brand.
• APA model: 20–35 percent of base for fuel, food, drinks, moorings, and extras. Unused balance returns after check-out.
• Package model: some crews offer a fixed menu plan with soft drinks. Premium wines and spirits sit extra.

Service and toy lists vary. Review flow and roles here: crewed catamaran charters.

Seasonality Overview

• April–May: value weeks, cooler water, light crowds.
• June: warm air, steady thermals, fair price-to-comfort balance.
• Late June–August: peak rates, warmest seas, busy marinas.
• September: warm water holds, steady breeze, strong value.
• October: softer light, calm towns, cooler nights.

Public holidays and festival dates lift demand. Book earlier for those.

Start Ports And Route Effects

You choose among deep pools of boats and distinct route flavors.

• Split and Kaštela. Fast access to Hvar, Vis, Brač, and Šolta. Review ideas under Split catamaran charters.
• Šibenik. Park loops and river shelter. See the Šibenik and Kornati route.
• Zadar. Sand shelves and Dugi Otok cliffs. Start here: Zadar catamaran charters.
• Dubrovnik. Short hops among Elaphiti, Mljet, and Korčula. South flavor here: Dubrovnik catamaran charters.

One-way surcharges run €900–€2,500 based on distance, week, and fleet logistics. A Dubrovnik to Split route in September often sits in the mid band.

Inclusions vs Extras In Croatia

A standard quote includes

• Yacht with full inventory.
• Local VAT.
• Safety gear and galley basics.
• Bed linen and bath towels.
• Dinghy with outboard in most fleets.
• Final cleaning if listed as mandatory.

Read line items here: what is included in the rental agreement.

Common extras

• Outboard where not included: €80–€150 per week.
• Stand-up paddle board: €120–€200 per week.
• Early check-in where offered: €120–€250.
• Wi-Fi router packs: €40–€90 per week.
• Beach towel sets: €5–€10 per person.
• Late return handling or Sunday turnover where applicable.

Marina And Mooring Math

Marinas charge by length, with a multihull beam factor. Town quays bill by meter and include fewer services.

• ACI Split: premium city access. Fuel queues on Friday.
• D-Marin Kaštela: wide fairways, strong operations.
• ACI Šibenik: river shelter and smooth check-ins.
• ACI Zadar: quick run to Ugljan and Pašman.
• ACI Dubrovnik: upriver calm and easy transfers.

Restaurant buoys often include dinner bookings. Park moorings include ranger checks. Kornati and Telašćica overnights require tickets. For route detail, read the Kornati route guide and the Elaphiti route guide.

 

Fuel Logic By Boat Size

Plan for motoring in calms, harbor moves, and generator hours.

• 40–45 ft: 60–120 liters per week with light motoring.
• 46–50 ft: 90–160 liters per week.
• 51–55 ft: 120–220 liters per week.
• Generator: 3–5 liters per hour. Reduce night hours with shade and anchorage airflow.

Thermal patterns shape daily plans. See local rhythm here: weather in Split area.

Tourist Tax And Park Permits

• Tourist tax: adults pay per person per day. Teens lower. Kids free.
• Kornati and Telašćica: pre-buy or pay on the water.
• Mljet: tickets at Pomena and Polače kiosks or on ranger boats.
• Lastovo: nature park fee and moorings where offered.

Insurance And Deposits

Two approaches exist:

• Refundable security deposit: blocked on a card. Refunded after a clean return.
• Damage waiver: lower deposit plus a non-refundable fee. Reduces exposure for new skippers.

Ask for written scope and exclusions in your offer.

Optional Toys And Comfort Upgrades

• SUPs: €120–€200 per board per week.
• Seabob: €900–€1,400 per week.
• E-foil: €1,500–€2,000 per week with briefing.
• Snorkel kits: €10–€25 per set per week.
• Wi-Fi packs: €40–€90 per week.
• Watermaker: often included on larger hulls; ask when you book.

Menu planning improves value. A simple plan reduces waste. Use this provisioning guide for smart lists and quantities.

Booking Window And Pricing Waves

• Early-bird: 9–12 months out secures layout, equal cabins, and prime July or August dates.
• Standard: 4–6 months out keeps choice open in June or September.
• Last-minute: inside 8 weeks favors flexible travelers outside school holidays.

Flights and transfers track these waves. Early flights price lower and match Saturday changeovers across bases.

Three Sample Budgets With Line Items

1) Family Of Six, 44-ft Cat, June, Split Round Trip

• Base week: €5,800
• Transit log and final cleaning: €250
• Tourist tax: €1.33 x 6 x 7 ≈ €56
• Outboard: included in this example
• SUP x 1: €150
• Wi-Fi: €60
• Fuel: 90 liters x €1.70 ≈ €153
• Two marinas: ACI Palmižana and ACI Vis ≈ €220 + €180 = €400
• Two restaurant buoys: €40 + €40 = €80
• Park visit: Blue Cave tickets for four adults and two teens ≈ €100–€130 total
• Food and drinks: €350–€500 for breakfasts and lunches
• Refundable deposit: €2,500 hold, returns after check-out

Week total paid out: about €7,849–€8,029 plus a refundable hold.
Route ideas live here: Split catamaran charters.

2) Friends Group Of Eight, 48-ft Cat With Skipper And Hostess, July, Šibenik Loop

• Base week: €9,800
• Transit log and final cleaning: €280
• Skipper: €230/day x 7 = €1,610
• Hostess: €190/day x 7 = €1,330
• Crew food: €35/day x 2 x 7 ≈ €490
• Tourist tax: €1.33 x 8 x 7 ≈ €74
• SUP x 2: €300
• Wi-Fi: €70
• Fuel: 140 liters x €1.70 ≈ €238
• Kornati and Telašćica permits: buy ahead ≈ €220–€280 for a 14-meter multihull
• Moorings: three park buoys and one marina ≈ €180 + €180 + €180 + €160 = €700
• Food and drinks onboard: €900–€1,200
• Refundable deposit: €3,000 hold

Week total paid out: about €16,892–€17,292 plus a refundable hold.
Park route notes sit in the Šibenik and Kornati route.

3) Luxury Party Of Eight, Lagoon 65 With Crew Of Three, September, Dubrovnik To Split One-Way

• Base week: €41,000
• APA: 25 percent = €10,250
• One-way fee: €1,800
• Tourist tax: €1.33 x 8 x 7 ≈ €74
• Dock mix: three premium marinas ≈ €350 + €320 + €300 = €970
• National parks: Mljet and Kornati combined ≈ €300–€420
• Seabob x 2: often on board, if not add €2,400
• Refundable security or insurance terms: per contract

Week pre-reconciliation: about €54,394–€56,794. Unused APA returns after check-out.
South to north flavor sits under Dubrovnik catamaran charters with park detail via Kornati route guide and Elaphiti route guide.

How To Read A Quote

1. Base price. Weekly hire for the yacht.
2. Mandatory extras. Transit log, cleaning, outboard where required, linen.
3. Refundable deposit or waiver. Exposure choice.
4. Options. Toys, skipper, hostess, early boarding, Wi-Fi.
5. Taxes and fees. Tourist tax, park permits, moorings, marinas.
6. Payment schedule. Deposit on booking, balance due before boarding.

Ways To Control Costs Without Losing Comfort

• Go shoulder weeks. June and September bring warm water and space.
• Pick mid-size hulls. A 44–48 ft cat offers space without peak marinas charging top bands.
• Mix moorings. Two marinas, two park buoys, two anchors in a week.
• Sail the thermals. Reduce engine hours and fuel.
• Plan food. Shop from a clear list. See the provisioning guide.
• Choose service style. Skipper-only weeks keep budgets leaner than full crews. Compare here if you want help: skippered charter options.

Extra Expertise You Will Feel On Board

• Wind rhythm. A maestral builds from late morning in summer. Bura gusts hit gaps and headlands. Jugo brings swell and cloud. Daily notes live in the weather in Split area post.
• Marina choice. Reach town quays early in July and August.
• Park nights. Buy tickets ahead where possible for better rates.
• Local support. Ops teams stand by in ACI Split, D-Marin Kaštela, ACI Šibenik, ACI Zadar, and ACI Dubrovnik.

FAQs

Do I need a license for bareboat
Yes. Bring a recognized skipper card and a radio card in original form. Details sit here: bareboat requirements in Croatia.

Is a radio card required
Yes. Harbor masters ask for it with your license. Read the VHF certificate guide.

How early should I book for July
Nine to twelve months secures layout, equal cabins, and skipper choice.

What sits inside a standard quote
The yacht, local VAT, safety gear, linen, and cleaning where listed as mandatory. See what is included in the rental agreement.

How do tips work
Tips remain optional. Good service often receives 10–15 percent of the charter fee on crewed weeks. Read norms here: tipping in Croatia.

Where do I start for an easy first route
Split and Kaštela offer short hops to Šolta, Brač, and Hvar. Begin with Croatia catamaran charters and Split catamaran charters.

How do park fees work
Kornati, Telašćica, and Mljet use tickets or ranger collection on the water. See the Kornati route guide.

What week balances warm seas and space
June and September. Prices sit lower than peak and marinas feel calmer.

How To Book With Us

Share dates, headcount, and service level. Tell me your base preference and toy list. I will reply with three live yachts, a route sketch, and a transparent price sheet. We open check-in at Split base on Saturday from 17:00. Support runs from first message to Friday fuel.

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