Muline Bay, Ugljan
Muline Bay, Ugljan is an anchorage. It is 1.5 hours sailing from Zadar and appears on the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop.
Zadar · Croatia
Zadar Yacht Charter: Yachts, Marinas & Cruising Routes
Start your private yacht charter from Zadar in Croatia.
Explore motor sailers and gulets, discover nearby cruising areas, understand embarkation arrangements and request tailored charter options for your preferred dates.
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Zadar at a Glance
Yacht Cloud lists 13 private charter yachts from Zadar: 7 motor sailers and 6 gulets. The charter season at Zadar runs from April through October.
- Port
- Zadar
- Country
- Croatia
- Fleet
- 13 yachts
- Guests
- 7-14 guests
- Cabins
- 3-7 cabins
- Yacht Types
- Gulet
Find your yacht
Explore Yacht Charters Departing from Zadar
Search 13 yachts operating from Zadar. Dates filter by availability, and final terms are confirmed before booking.
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Discover Yachts Available for Charter from Zadar
Rates are published weekly base fees, not totals. The exact boarding marina is confirmed per yacht.
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Discover Zadar
Why Start Your Yacht Charter in Zadar?
Zadar yacht charter begins with a 20 minutes by road transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD). Board beside Marina Zadar (ex-Tankerkomerc), where water and electricity connections support an organised start before setting out on loop routes. The waterfront also frames ancient Roman ruins.
Two route patterns leave from this port: Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop, plus Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop. Their stops include bays, coves, harbours and marinas, creating distinct choices from a single embarkation point for guests planning their charter pace.
Explore the Croatia guide for a broader charter perspective, then return to Zadar for its airport transfer, marina facilities and two loop-route choices. Read the Croatia yacht charter guide.
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TRANSFER
20 minutes by road
Zadar Airport (ZAD) connects directly to the embarkation marina.
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MARINA
300 water berths
Marina Zadar (ex-Tankerkomerc) also has 200 land berths for yacht handling.
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ROUTES
Two loop routes
Dugi Otok and Kornati National Park feature on one departure pattern.
Getting there
Getting to Zadar for Your Yacht Charter
Arrive through Zadar Airport (ZAD), then take the 20 minutes by road transfer to Marina Zadar (ex-Tankerkomerc). Water and electricity connections, a petrol station, parking and provisioning delivery support boarding preparations.
- Zadar Airport (ZAD)
- 20 minutes by road
- 300 water berths
- 200 land berths
- Water and electricity connections
- Petrol station beside marina
Departure checklist
Find your style
Which Yacht Type Suits Your Zadar Charter?
Motor Sailer
A blend of sailing-yacht character and motor-powered cruising. How often a yacht actually sails depends on the vessel and the weather.
Often suits
- Guests who want sails up when conditions allow
- Groups wanting a sleeker profile than a classic gulet
- Week-long coastal cruising
Worth knowing
- Sailing time is never guaranteed
- Layouts range from classic to contemporary
- Check APA and fuel terms per yacht
Gulet
Traditional wooden yachts with a large shaded aft deck and a crewed, unhurried rhythm.
Often suits
- Private group and family holidays
- Long meals on deck and lots of swimming stops
- Guests who prefer character over speed
Worth knowing
- Many gulets motor more than they sail
- Cabin sizes and bathroom layouts vary a lot between yachts
- Meals may be included, sold as a package or charged separately
Where you can sail
Explore the Coast Around Zadar
These Zadar routes trace two loops, connecting Dugi Otok, Kornati National Park and Kvarner stops before their respective returns to the port.
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Split
Dalmatia's charter capital — Diocletian's Roman palace at the quayside and fast access to the central islands.
Best for: First-time charters, easy flights, island-hopping starts.
Explore SplitPopular stops and cruising ideas
Soline Bay, Dugi Otok
Soline Bay, Dugi Otok provides a bay swim stop on the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop, creating a named pause within its sequence.
Molat village harbour
Molat village harbour has quay mooring and sits on the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop, where Molat appears as a named stop.
Veli Iž
Veli Iž has quay mooring and buoys. It is 2 hours sailing from Molat, and features on the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop.
Sali Harbour, Dugi Otok
Sali Harbour, Dugi Otok is a harbour. It is 2 hours sailing from Veli Iž and forms part of the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop.
Telašćica Bay, Dugi Otok
Telašćica Bay, Dugi Otok has a mooring-buoy anchorage. The Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop includes it among its named stops.
Ravni Žakan, Kornati National Park
Ravni Žakan, Kornati National Park offers anchorage and mooring buoys. It is 2–3 hours sailing from Telašćica and appears on the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop.
ACI Marina Žut
ACI Marina Žut is a marina. It is 2 hours sailing from Ravni Žakan, and the route includes Žut before Ždrelac on its return.
Brgulj Bay, Molat
Brgulj Bay, Molat is an anchorage. It gives the itinerary a named Molat anchorage option among the nearby stops reachable from the port.
Pantera Bay, Dugi Otok
Pantera Bay, Dugi Otok is an anchorage, offering a named Dugi Otok stopping point among the nearby stops reachable from the port.
Božava, Dugi Otok
Božava, Dugi Otok is a harbour. It provides a named harbour stop among the nearby Dugi Otok locations reachable from this embarkation point.
Jazi Cove, Molat
Jazi Cove, Molat is a cove on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, where it appears before the route returns to Zadar.
Krijal, Premuda
Krijal, Premuda is a port included on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, forming one of its named stops after Ist.
Dragoča Cove, Susak
Dragoča Cove, Susak is a cove on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, positioned in its sequence between Premuda and Unije.
Maračol Cove, Unije
Maračol Cove, Unije is a cove included on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, before the route continues to Cres.
Osor
Osor is a harbour included on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, following the Cres stops within the named route sequence.
Ilovik
Ilovik is a harbour on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, reached after Vele and Male Orjule in the route sequence.
Slatinica Cove, Olib
Slatinica Cove, Olib is a cove named on the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, before the route continues towards Silba.
Sveti Ante Cove, Silba
Sveti Ante Cove, Silba is a cove among the nearby stops reachable from the port, offering a named Silba location for route planning.
Plan your route
Discover Cruising Ideas from Zadar
Route ideas to start a conversation. The captain shapes the final plan around your yacht, dates and the weather.
Southern Loop
Depart Zadar for Muline Bay, Ugljan, Soline Bay, Dugi Otok, Molat, Veli Iž, Sali, Telašćica Bay, Ravni Žakan, Kornati National Park, Žut and Ždrelac before returning.
Northern Loop
This circuit from Zadar takes in Sabuša Cove, Molat, Ist, Krijal, Premuda, Dragoča Cove, Susak, Maračol Cove, Unije, Cres, Osor, Ilovik, Olib, Silba and Jazi Cove, Molat.
Compare Two Loops
Choose between the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop and the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop, each beginning and ending in Zadar with different named stops.
Best routes from Zadar
Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop
This loop begins and ends in Zadar, calling at Muline Bay, Ugljan, Soline Bay, Dugi Otok, Molat, Veli Iž, Sali, Telašćica Bay, Ravni Žakan, Kornati National Park, Žut and Ždrelac.
Suits: Bays, anchorages and Kornati National Park
Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop
Starting and finishing in Zadar, this route includes Sabuša Cove, Molat, Ist, Krijal, Premuda, Dragoča Cove, Susak, Maračol Cove, Unije, Cres, Osor, Vele and Male Orjule, Ilovik, Olib and Silba.
Suits: Coves, harbours and northern island stops
Share your dates and interests; the captain shapes the final plan.
Plan your budget
How Much Does a Yacht Charter in Zadar Cost?
Charter cost reflects yacht type and the selected weekly range. Advance Provisioning Allowance covers fuel, provisioning, berthing fees and Kornati permits, while Croatian VAT and crew gratuity sit outside the core charter inclusions for the week.
Potentially included
- Yacht with professional crew
- Insurance
- Standard onboard equipment
Potential additional charges
- Advance Provisioning Allowance
- 13% Croatian VAT
- Crew gratuity
Categories to ask about, not universal contract terms.
When to go
When Is the Best Time for a Zadar Yacht Charter?
The charter season at Zadar runs from April through October. Departures can be planned in April, May, June, July, August, September or October, with each month forming part of the port's stated season. Use these months when selecting a yacht type and loop route.
April
Opening month of the stated season
May
Charter month at this embarkation port
June
Part of the stated charter season
July
Season month for yacht departures
August
Within the port's charter season
September
Charter month for loop-route planning
October
Closing month of the stated season
Is it right for you?
Is Zadar the Right Departure Area for Your Group?
A decision guide, not a sales pitch.
Road Arrivals
Car parking at Marina Zadar supports guests arriving by road for boarding.
Route Planners
Two loop routes begin and end in Zadar with bays, coves and harbours.
Provisioning Groups
Grocery provisioning delivery to chartered yachts simplifies preparations at Marina Zadar.
Flexible Layouts
The fleet spans 3-18 cabins across four yacht types for varied group arrangements.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions About Zadar Yacht Charters
What types of yacht can I charter from Zadar?
Yacht Cloud lists 13 yachts from Zadar: 7 motor sailers and 6 gulets. Availability is confirmed for your dates before booking.
When is the Zadar charter season?
The stated charter season runs from April to October. April, May, June, July, August, September and October are the months for planning from this port. Selecting within that sequence lets you align your departure with the loop route and yacht type you prefer.
How do guests reach the boarding marina?
Boarding is arranged at Marina Zadar (ex-Tankerkomerc) after a 20 minutes by road transfer from Zadar Airport (ZAD). The marina has water and electricity connections, a petrol station beside the marina, car parking and grocery provisioning delivery to chartered yachts.
What does the charter price include?
The charter includes the yacht and professional crew, insurance, and standard onboard equipment. Extra costs include the Advance Provisioning Allowance for fuel, provisioning, berthing fees and Kornati permits, plus 13% Croatian VAT and crew gratuity.
Stops and itinerary planning
Where can I sail from Zadar?
You can follow the Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop or the Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop. Stops span Muline Bay, Ugljan, Telašćica Bay, Ravni Žakan, Kornati National Park, Cres, Ilovik and Silba before each loop returns to Zadar.
Are these routes one-way charters?
No, both routes return to Zadar. Both route names identify loops, and their stop sequences begin and end in Zadar. The Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop and Northern Zadar Archipelago and Kvarner loop each return to the embarkation port.
Which route includes Kornati National Park?
The Dugi Otok, Kornati and Zadar Archipelago loop includes Kornati National Park. It begins at Zadar and includes Muline Bay, Ugljan, Soline Bay, Dugi Otok, Molat, Veli Iž, Sali, Telašćica Bay, Ravni Žakan, Žut and Ždrelac.
Continue planning
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Plan your charter
Find the Right Yacht for Your Zadar Holiday
Share your travel dates, guest count and preferred cruising area. Yacht Cloud can help you explore suitable private charter options and request confirmed, yacht-specific availability and pricing.
Airport transfer, marina facilities and two loop routes from Zadar.
- 20 minutes by road
- Two loop routes
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Zadar Yacht Charter