Boat hire & yacht charter in Šibenik, Croatia

Hire a boat with or without a skipper in Šibenik, Croatia

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Renting a Boat in Šibenik

Sibenik is best known for its historical monuments giving itself a medieval image. In recent years, it has grown in popularity giving itself a strong reputation in the nautical world. Even though it has undergone plenty of change in recent years, you can still find the ancient city walls and historic streets. Sailors are finding that renting a boat in Sibenik is the perfect alternative to the busier ports of Split or Dubrovnik. Hire a yacht from Sibenik and discover the perfect combination of the old town and the new.

How much does it cost to hire a boat in Šibenik?

Depending on the time period of your project, the prices will vary accordingly. For catamarans, on average you can expect to pay 450€/day, with the high season being a bit more. Sailboats will be at a lower price point with an average of 300€/day. For motorboats, it will depend on the activity and the purpose. If you want to partake in water activities, then you'll need a more powerful boat, or if you just want to sail along the coast for the day, a small motorboat will be perfect. Either way, you'll have plenty of options and motorboats start at a lower price point of 150€/day.

Boat availability in Šibenik

Since the port of Sibenik is not as large as other ports in Croatia, booking in advance will be very beneficial. If you're planning on a yacht hire from Sibenik, our advice would be to start your search as early as November to ensure you get the boat that meets your specific needs. The first to go are usually the catamarans so be sure to keep this in mind. If your goal is to hire a motorboat, then a few months before the departure date should be enough.

The area of Sibenik has the same sailing season as the rest of Croatia. For the best sailing months, you will have to go between April and June or in September and October. The busiest tourist months will be in July and August. Even though Sibenik is an up-and-coming destination, it is on the rise in popularity so expect these two months to be full of people. Outside of July and August, you'll find the temperature to be rather mild and the wind will be calm, perfect for a week on a boat with less crowd. 

Do I need a licence to hire a yacht in Šibenik?

When chartering in Šibenik, you will need to present a few documents if you plan on renting a bareboat. For all charters, you will have to present a valid license, a VHF certificate and a nautical CV. This will have to be shown to the base manager and the port authorities. For motorboats, you will also have to have a valid license regardless of the size of the boat. If you do not possess a valid license, most of the boats are available to hire with a skipper, especially the yacht charters. If you do possess a valid boating license but are not comfortable renting a bareboat, then renting a boat with a skipper would be your best choice. Another positive aspect of this is that the skippers are local to the area and know the region very well, so they will be able to show you the hidden gems of Šibenik. The places that you wouldn’t go normally and even when the city is crowded you could escape to the secret locations. 

Overview of Šibenik

Šibenik is a Croatian located on the Adriatic coast of the country. It is a must-see holiday destination that is worth visiting at least once in your lifetime. Smaller than other popular cities such as Split, Šibenik has an amazing atmosphere and many things to discover. It is well known for its medieval architecture in the city centre, stunning coastline and beautiful beaches around the region. The medieval centre is a cultural hub and offers unmatched views of the Subicevac Fortress. Moreover, the city is home to many historical sites such as the St James Cathedral which is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage. 

Don’t forget to visit the well famous Krka National Park which is very near to Šibenik, but offers a spectacular landscape, that would be a shame to miss. In terms of visiting areas around Sibenik, there are tons of must-see villages and huge cities. To the north, you'll have Zadar, which is worth stopping by for the day. Take your yacht hire to Zadar and explore the beautiful coast. If you're looking for closer destinations, stop by Primosten. Sailing holidays in Primosten are becoming more popular as the number of tourists is lower, but the views are just as amazing. 

Šibenik is also a perfect starting point for a sailing holiday. The Mandalina Marina, which is situated only kilometres away from the centre of the city, is a protected port and is known as the safest port in the Gulf of Sibenik. The marina offers 429 moorings and can accommodate yachts up to a length of 140 meters. A wide range of services is available to you and a well-developed infrastructure ensures a pleasant vacation. This marina is the ideal starting point to discover the coast of Croatia. From here, you can visit Primosten and Vodice located nearby. It is also known as the getaway location to the Kornati Islands. If you’re looking for larger cities, Zadar and Split are also in close proximity.

Practical information about sailing in Šibenik 

There is no airport in Šibenik, however, to get there by plane, the closest two airports are in Zadar and Split. You can catch coach services from the airports to get to the city of Šibenik. There are also opportunities to take a ferry from other seaside Croatian cities that are very frequent during summer.