Best Beaches in Croatia

August 07, 2024 5 min

Where is the best beach in Croatia? We know that everyone has their own idea of what makes the best beach, so we’ve rounded up five of our favorite beaches in Croatia so you can plan a visit to the one that calls out to you:

Sveti Jakov Beach – a secluded cove where couples can relax and unwind
Sakarun Beach – boasts beautiful scenery and a private setting
Kašjuni Beach – has calm and shallow waters, perfect for family days
Betina Cave Beach – only accessible by boat, giving it an exclusive feel
Lubenice Beach – a captivating pebble beach hidden under a cliffside

If you are dreaming of the sea breeze in your hair and golden rays on your face as you relax on a Croatian yacht charter? there’s no better place to rest and recuperate than on one of its many sensational beaches.

Which part of Croatia has the best beaches?

Some of the universally best beaches in Croatia are in Dubrovnik, Split, Dugi Otok and Cres.

If you’ve booked a sailing charter with The Moorings, you’ll be guaranteed to discover incredible conditions for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving, and a mixture of gorgeous sand and pebble beaches in these locations.

Rest assured, whether you’re following a Dubrovnik sailing itinerary or an Agana sailing itinerary, you won’t struggle to find the perfect spot to relax and bask in the sun.

1. Sveti Jakov Beach

One of the best beaches in Croatia for couples

First on our list of the best beaches in Croatia is Sveti Jakov Beach, a secluded cove where you can switch off and unwind without the world watching. If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and feel your cares melt away as the sun shines on your face, this is the beach for you.

This hidden gem is one of the best-kept secrets in Dubrovnik for couples, which makes it the perfect addition to your vacation itinerary. With its crystal clear waters, you can spend your afternoon snorkeling and uncovering the treasures that lie under the waters of the Adriatic Sea with your partner. Afterwards, sit back and sunbathe on the clean, shingly shore and listen to nothing except for the waves.

When you imagine Dubrovnik, you might picture a lively city brimming with culture, history and natural beauty. All of this is true, however, this stunning city also offers quiet, tranquil coves like Sveti Jakov Beach, where you can say goodbye to crowds and hello to true paradise.

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2. Sakarun Beach

One of the best beaches in Croatia for solo travelers

Solo travelers will revel in the pure beauty and elegance of Sakarun Beach on Dugi Otok, renowned for its exquisite landscape and relaxing atmosphere. While it’s also popular with couples and with families, we think Sakarun Beach is best for enjoying some self-love downtime.

This is one of Croatia’s best sandy beaches, notable, as many other beaches in the region are either pebble or shingle. It offers a quiet, more private space to unwind, ideal for sunbathing, reading, or taking a dip in the pristine, turquoise waters.

If you are craving company after a day of solitude, nearby you can find local beach bars that also provide sun loungers and umbrellas during Croatia’s peak summer months.

You can visit Sakarun Beach on a sailing vacation from our base in Agana, located near Split. Take a look at our Agana 7 Day Itinerary – Northern Islands.

Find out more about Croatia’s peak season in our blogs on the best time to sail in Croatia and when to visit the Mediterranean.

3. Kašjuni Beach

One of the best beaches in Croatia for families

Next on our list of the best beaches in Croatia is Kašjuni Beach, located in sensational Split. When you book an Agana sailing charter with The Moorings, you’ll be able to experience Kašjuni Beach’s beauty for yourself as our base is a stone’s throw from Split.

Kašjuni Beach feels like it was made for families. The gorgeous waters surrounding the beach are renowned for being calm and shallow, perfect for splashing about and building memories. For big kids, this beach is also ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Parents will love kayaking, or just sunbathing against a backdrop of lush green surroundings on one side and azure waters on the other.

As you’ll be so close to the Marjan, an incredible hill that overlooks the city, you can spend part of the day hiking and taking in the breathtaking scenery, if you can tear yourself away from one of the prettiest beaches in Croatia.

Remember Kašjuni Beach as a must-visit spot for families when planning your Agana sailing itinerary.

4. Betina Cave Beach

One of the best beaches in Croatia for anyone who loves adventure

If you plan to travel further south in Croatia for our Dubrovnik charter itinerary, you’ll be looking for unique, exclusive experiences in the surrounding region. Adventure lovers will relish the chance to visit Betina Cave Beach on their power yacht itinerary, and here’s why…

We think Betina Cave Beach is one of the best beaches in Croatia for adventurers, and arguably, the whole Mediterranean. Not only does it offer privacy, as it’s only accessible by the sea, but it’s tucked away within a breathtakingly stunning cave, offering some of the cleanest, clearest and calmest waters in Croatia.

This makes Betina Cave Beach the perfect snorkeling, diving and swimming spot. It’s almost impossible to get bored here with the activities on offer, and the amazing surroundings. When you have finally tired out,the beach boasts a lot of shade in the afternoons because of the towering cave walls, which means you can escape the sweltering summer heat after a morning of exploring the water.

Already imagining yourself sunbathing against the picturesque backdrop of the cave? Book your Dubrovnik yacht charter with The Moorings today on a Power catamaran.

5. Lubenice Beach

One of the best beaches in Croatia for exclusivity

Much like many of the other spots on this list, the last beach in our top 5 best beaches in Croatia is a secluded cove that has remained an unspoiled paradise for years.

Lubenice Beach is one of the most unique beaches in Croatia as it’s tucked peacefully away under the cliff that the quiet village of Lubenice sits on. Only accessible by boat or a steep climb down, Lubenice offers a private day of relaxing and unwinding.

This captivating pebble beach is world-renowned for its incredible, almost transparent waters. Out of all the beaches in Croatia, this one showcases the Adriatic Sea in all its glory. In fact, it’s one of our favorite beaches across all our Mediterranean destinations, including Italy and Greece.

Visit the Best Beaches in Croatia

From sandy shores to hidden coves, Croatia’s beaches offer something for everyone. Whether you’re sailing from Agana or Dubrovnik, a yacht charter lets you explore these breathtaking spots at your own pace.

If you have any questions about any of our top beaches in Croatia, or about your upcoming sailing vacation, please get in touch with us today.