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Catamaran charter route · Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik
via Split & One way.

Sail a 7-day one-way yacht charter from Dubrovnik to Split. Explore Mljet, Korčula, Vis, Hvar & hidden bays—experience the best of Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

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Lopud
Day 1

Dubrovnik → Šipan – Lopud

Begin in Dubrovnik, then a 12 NM reach to the Elaphiti Islands. Anchor in Šipan's olive groves, swim in secluded bays, then glide to car-free Lopud. Explore trails to the sandy arc of Šunj Beach and savour fresh seafood.

Distance

11 NM

Sailing

~2.2h at 5 kn

Route at a glance

Best season

May – mid-October (peak Jun & Sep)

Duration

7 days · Sat – Sat

Departure

Dubrovnik

Sailing area

Dubrovnik

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Day 1 / 7
Lopud
1
Day 1

Dubrovnik → Šipan – Lopud

Depart Dubrovnik mid-morning, navigating 12 nautical miles northwest towards the Elaphiti archipelago. Your first anchorage is Šipan, the largest island, known for its ancient olive groves and fortified Renaissance summer residences like Skočibuha. Drop anchor in a sheltered bay and enjoy a refreshing swim before a short hop to Lopud, an island blissfully free of cars. Explore the island's interior via shaded walking paths leading to Šunj Beach, a rare sandy crescent with shallow, warm waters perfect for wading. Enjoy lunch at a beachfront konoba, perhaps sampling the local black risotto, its briny flavour enhanced by the sea air. The gentle afternoon breeze is ideal for this easy passage, setting a relaxed pace for the week ahead.

Things to do

Anchor in Šipan's olive-fringed bays

Swim in the clear waters off Lopud

Hike to the sandy expanse of Šunj Beach

Dine on fresh seafood at a beachfront konoba

Mooring tip

Anchor in sand in Šipan's bays, or stern-to in Lopud harbour if space allows; limited moorings available.

Pomena
2
Day 2

Šipan → Kobaš Bay – Pomena (Mljet)

Cast off from Šipan for the 20 NM passage west to Mljet, Croatia's greenest island. Drop anchor in the tranquil Kobaš Bay, a natural harbour fringed by pines reflecting the clear sky. Take the kayaks ashore to the Benedictine abbey on St. Mary's Isle, a tiny islet within the Mljet National Park's saltwater lakes. Later, make for Pomena, the park's main settlement, and stern-to moor alongside the quay. A short hike leads to Odysseus' Cave, a dramatic sea grotto. Tonight, sample oysters farmed directly in the bay – their briny flavour is a taste of the Adriatic's ancient allure.

Things to do

Kayak to the Benedictine monastery on St. Mary's Isle

Hike to Odysseus' Cave for sunset views

Dine on fresh oysters in Kobaš or Pomena

Swim in the Mljet National Park lakes

Mooring tip

Pomena harbour offers stern-to mooring with good holding in sand. Book ahead in season or arrive early.

Korčula
3
Day 3

Pomena (Mljet) → Korčula

Depart Pomena mid-morning for the 22-nautical-mile passage east to Korčula town, the alleged birthplace of Marco Polo. As you approach, the formidable 13th-century walls and towers rise directly from the sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Moor stern-to in the ACI Marina Korčula, making use of the lazy-lines. Spend the afternoon exploring the herringbone street plan within the old town walls, perhaps stopping for a glass of crisp Grk white wine at a rooftop bar overlooking the Pelješac channel. The air is often perfumed with pine from the surrounding hills. In the evening, witness the Moreška sword dance, a dramatic spectacle depicting an ancient battle for a princess, performed in the main square. For a refreshing swim before dinner, take the dinghy to the sheltered waters of St. Anthony's Bay, just east of the town walls.

Things to do

Explore Korčula's medieval old town lanes

Savour Grk wine on a rooftop terrace

Watch the Moreška sword dance performance

Swim in St. Anthony's Bay

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Korčula offers stern-to mooring with lazy-lines; book ahead in peak season.

Zaklopatica
4
Day 4

Korčula → Zaklopatica (Lastovo)

Depart Korčula mid-morning for the 25-nautical-mile passage southeast to Lastovo island, a journey that rewards with pristine nature and genuine tranquillity. Zaklopatica Bay awaits, a deep inlet fringed with Aleppo pines and sheer limestone cliffs. Anchor in the clear, sheltered waters, where the scent of pine resin drifts down from the hillsides. For dinner, dinghy ashore to Konoba Triton, a local favourite known for its smoked pig and robust Lastovo Plavac Mali wine. Afterwards, consider the rewarding hike up to the Hum fortress ruins; the panoramic views at sunset, stretching across the archipelago and potentially to Italy, are unforgettable. Tonight, away from the mainland's glow, the sky above Zaklopatica offers a profound display of the Milky Way, a truly dark-sky experience.

Things to do

Hike to Hum fortress for panoramic island views

Dine at Konoba Triton for smoked meats and local wine

Swim in Zaklopatica Bay's clear, sheltered waters

Observe the unpolluted night sky from the deck

Mooring tip

Anchor in Zaklopatica Bay's sand and weed in 5-10m; holding is good. Konoba Triton can assist with lines.

Komiza
5
Day 5

Zaklopatica (Lastovo) → Komiža (Vis)

Depart Zaklopatica mid-morning for the 28-nautical-mile passage west towards Vis island, a former military base now open to exploration. The approach to Komiža reveals a tightly-packed amphitheatre of pastel-coloured houses clinging to the shore, a testament to its fishing heritage. Drop anchor in the wide bay before the harbour, the seabed a mix of sand and rock in 6-10 metres. Dinghy ashore to explore the waterfront, perhaps visiting the Coral Heritage Museum. For the evening, the hike up Hum Hill offers panoramic views of the archipelago, especially as the sun dips below the horizon. Dinner options include local konobas serving the famed komiška pogača, a savoury anchovy and onion flatbread, best enjoyed harbourside as the cicadas begin their evening chorus.

Things to do

Hike Hum Hill for sunset views over the Pakleni Islands

Visit the Coral Heritage Museum in Komiža

Dine on traditional komiška pogača at a harbourside konoba

Explore the historic fishing harbour and waterfront

Mooring tip

Anchor in Komiža bay (sand/rock, 6-10m), or stern-to on the north quay if space allows; check local advice.

Palmizana
6
Day 6

Komiža (Vis) → Hvar (Palmižana)

Depart Komiža mid-morning for the 25-nautical-mile run east towards Hvar, a passage often accompanied by a gentle maestral. Your destination is Palmižana, a lush island within the Pakleni archipelago, known for its botanical gardens and sheltered bays. Anchor in the clear, turquoise waters of Uvala Palmižana, where the scent of pine and lavender hangs in the air. Spend the afternoon swimming or exploring the island's trails before taking a water taxi to Hvar Town. Here, wander through the 13th-century fortifications overlooking the harbour, and enjoy dinner at a waterfront konoba before returning to the quiet anchorage.

Things to do

Anchor in Uvala Palmižana's sheltered turquoise waters

Explore Palmižana's fragrant botanical gardens

Water taxi to Hvar Town for evening exploration

Visit the Fortica fortress for harbour views

Mooring tip

Anchor in Palmižana's Uvala Palmižana in sand and posidonia, 5-10m depth. Water taxis to Hvar Town are frequent.

Trogir
7
Day 7

Hvar (Palmižana) → Split (Trogir, Kaštela)

Cast off from Hvar for the 25-nautical-mile run north towards Split, with an optional stop in the UNESCO-listed gem of Trogir. This Venetian labyrinth of narrow streets and palaces, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is best explored by dinghy or on foot. After Trogir, continue the final stretch towards Split, perhaps passing the string of seven Kaštela castles along the mainland coast. Arrive in Split and witness Diocletian's Palace bathed in the late afternoon sun. Wander the ancient Peristyle, where Roman columns frame the sounds of live klapa singers, a hauntingly beautiful tradition. Celebrate the culmination of your charter with a toast of Maraschino liqueur at a discreet waterfront bar.

Things to do

Explore the UNESCO labyrinth of Trogir's old town

Sail past the seven Kaštela castles

Wander Diocletian's Palace in Split

Listen to live klapa singers in the Peristyle

Mooring tip

ACI Marina Split offers lazy-line moorings; book ahead in peak season and check fuel pier availability.

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