TRANSFER
20 minutes by road
Zadar Airport (ZAD) connects directly to the embarkation marina.
Departure Port
Plan a Zadar Yacht Charter from the Waterfront
Start your private crewed yacht charter from Zadar, Croatia. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.
Port
Zadar
Country
Croatia
Fleet
32 yachts
Guests
6-36 guests
Cabins
3-18 cabins
Yacht Types
Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer
Why start your yacht charter from 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.
Port planning snapshot
MARINA
300 water berths
Marina Zadar (ex-Tankerkomerc) also has 200 land berths for yacht handling.
ROUTES
Two loop routes
Dugi Otok and Kornati National Park feature on one departure pattern.
FLEET
32 yachts
Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options accommodate 6-36 guests.
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View HvarGetting to Zadar
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
Sample itinerary ideas
Use these as a starting point when planning from Zadar. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.
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
Routes from Zadar can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.
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.
Best for: 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.
Best for: Coves, harbours and northern island stops
Explore routes from Zadar
From Zadar, charters explore the Dalmatian Coast — Split, Brač, Hvar, Vis, Korčula and more. Use the map to explore route ideas and charter stops.
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Marker meaningsDeparture Port
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 SplitThese Zadar routes trace two loops, connecting Dugi Otok, Kornati National Park and Kvarner stops before their respective returns to the port.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
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.
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.
Stops and itinerary planning FAQ
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.
Zadar yacht charter costs
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.
| Yacht Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|
| Catamaran | €23,100–€86,800 per week |
| Gulet | €5,500–€26,570 per week |
| Motor Sailer | €20,850–€107,000 per week |
| Motor Yacht | €15,050–€145,250 per week |
Prices are indicative and vary by yacht type, selected dates and charter requirements.
Best time to charter from Zadar
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.
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Who is Zadar best for?
Groups
The 32-yacht fleet accommodates 6-36 guests across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices.
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.
What's included in a Zadar charter?
Included
- Yacht with professional crew
- Insurance
- Standard onboard equipment
Usually Extra
- Advance Provisioning Allowance
- 13% Croatian VAT
- Crew gratuity
Zadar yacht charter FAQs
Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Zadar, answered in a quick format before you enquire.
How much does a Zadar charter cost?
Weekly prices span €5,500 to €145,250 per week across the fleet. Catamaran pricing runs from €23,100 to €86,800, Gulet from €5,500 to €26,570, Motor Sailer from €20,850 to €107,000, and Motor Yacht from €15,050 to €145,250.
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 group sizes suit this charter?
The fleet accommodates 6-36 guests across 3-18 cabins. Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options form the 32-yacht selection, allowing groups to consider the layout and yacht type that match their party for departure.
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.
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