Guide to Yacht Charter Costs in Croatia

Before setting sail around Croatia, let’s ensure your budget is as seamless as your charter. Whether you want a hands-on sailing trip or a more relaxed experience with added support onboard, costs can vary depending on how you want to travel. 

To help make your vacation planning effortless, we’ve created a Croatia cost guide, with everything from average charter prices to additional costs and daily living expenses.

Croatia travel experts, Mirna Jakšić and Keith Harvey, have also shared their top tips for how to budget for your Croatia private yacht charter.

How much does a Croatia private yacht charter cost?

As of 2026, a Croatian private yacht charter can cost anywhere from $1,885 to $36,020, based on a 7 day charter for 2 people. Bareboat charters typically start from $1,885, power charters from $2,230, and crewed charters from $16,020, but can depend on a number of factors, including which base you choose, yacht type, charter type, party size, duration, and additional expenses such as flights, mooring fees, fuel, and provisioning.

How much does a bareboat sailing charter in Croatia cost?

Starting costs for a bareboat charter in Croatia range between $1,885 in the low season and $16,595 in the high season, based on a 7 day charter for two people. Bareboat charters offer a high degree of flexibility, as you can take the helm yourself or hire a skipper for all or part of your trip, and you have the opportunity to choose between a catamaran or monohull. All of these factors mean you can choose an option that works better for your budget and the kind of trip you want.

How much does a power charter in Croatia cost?

Starting costs for a power charter in Croatia range between $2,230 in the low season and $14,045 in the high season, based on a 7-day charter for two people.

A power catamaran is a good option if you want to cover more of the Croatian coast while still having plenty of space onboard. Designed with performance and comfort in mind, enjoy a laid-back vacation as you relax on the spacious flybridge, perfecting the art of doing nothing in the Mediterranean sun. 

Like our bareboat sailing charters, you can also add a skipper to your power charter, for $330 per night.

How much does it cost to hire a skipper in Croatia?

If you choose a bareboat or power charter with The Moorings, you have the option to hire a skipper, who can handle navigation and local routing, giving you a more relaxed experience onboard. In Croatia, a skipper costs $330 per night. 

Please note that skipper provisioning will not be included in your charter price, so will need to be factored into your budget. 

How much does an all-inclusive crewed charter in Croatia cost?

Costs for a crewed charter in Croatia range between $16,020 in the low season and $36,020 in the high season, based on a 7-day charter for two people.

With a crewed charter, you can put your feet up, while our crew takes care of everything, from sailing to cooking and cleaning. Our crewed charters in Croatia include all meals, except for two dinners, which you will be able to enjoy in a local restaurant, experiencing the very best of Croatia’s unique flavors and culture.

While the cost is higher than our other charter types, provisioning, fuel, and watersports equipment are included in the price.

Regardless of which charter type you choose, make sure to explore our seasonal offers for the best deal.

What can impact the cost of a Croatia yacht charter?

When you sail with The Moorings, you can choose the kind of charter that suits you, from the type of yacht you climb aboard to the time of year you visit.

Each of the following factors can affect the overall cost of your yacht charter:

1. Which base you choose 
2. Duration
3. Number of passengers
4. Time of year
5. Type of yacht

Which base you choose

We have two bases in Croatia that you can set sail around, Dubrovnik and Agana:

*Lower cost is based on the low season starting from price, and higher cost is based on the peak season starting from price.

Duration

Are you planning a 7 or 14 day yacht charter? 

Number of passengers

The size of your party will also impact the overall cost of your Croatia yacht charter:

Time of year

Whether you’re traveling in the high season or the low season will drastically impact the price of your Croatian yacht charter. While sailing in the high season usually offers the best possible sailing conditions, a low-season yacht charter has lower costs and fewer crowds.

Croatia’s high season falls from June to August; this is when you get the highest costs, best seafood, pleasant weather, and best waters for snorkeling. If you wish to sail out of season, booking your yacht charter from April-May or September-October will ensure you can enjoy milder conditions than during the wintery months, but still book for lower charter costs. 

Learn more in our blog on the Best Time to Sail in Croatia. 

Type of yacht

Whether you want the quintessential sailing experience aboard one of our classic monohulls, a spacious, stylish charter on a sailing catamaran, or a high-performance cruise around Croatia on one of our power catamarans, the yacht you choose will play a big part in your overall charter experience. Our award-winning yachts are designed for comfortable onboard living, with practical layouts, shaded outdoor space, and setup that works well for longer days on the water.

The cost of your Croatia yacht charter will vary depending on the type of yacht you choose. For example, for a 7-day Croatia charter for 2 people, departing on the same date:

• Monohull – $3,500-5,200
• Sailing Catamaran – $8,300-9,370
• Power Catamaran – $10,000-14,000

What additional Croatia yacht charter costs do you need to factor in?

As you prepare for your beautiful sailing vacation, you also need to budget for a number of living and operational costs, from flights to mooring fees and provisioning.

Many people will allow for an additional 25-50% of the initial charter price to cover these extra costs, although this can be more or less depending on whether all of the added costs apply to you. 

Living and operational costs include:

1. Flights and airport transfers
2. Local taxes and mooring fees
3. Provisioning
4. Fuel
5. Gratuity
6. Itinerary
7. Optional charter extras

Flights and airport transfers

On average, round-trip flights from the US to Croatia cost between $800-1,500, depending on where you’re flying from, how far in advance you book, whether you’re flying during the peak season, and the type of ticket. 

The cost of an airport transfer will depend on whether you choose a shared or private taxi (which you can book in advance). On average, taxis from Dubrovnik International Airport to our Dubrovnik base tend to cost between €50 and €80. Taxis from Split Airport to our Marina Agana base, meanwhile, can be up to 12€/person. 

Learn more by exploring our Useful Information pages for Dubrovnik and Marina Agana. 

Local taxes and mooring fees

Mooring fees in Croatia range from around €30-320, depending on whether you have a catamaran or monohull, the size of your yacht, where you’re mooring up, and how long you stay.

Here is a breakdown of some of the average mooring fees:

• Private Marinas – Around €60-340 per night, depending on the size of your yacht.
• Town Quays – Usually costs €50-160 per night, depending on the size of your yacht.
• Mooring Buoys – Often around €40-140 to rent in protected bays, depending on the size of your yacht. 
• Anchoring – Free in most bays, but some concessions may charge a small fee, up to €10.

Cruising taxes are included in the price of your private yacht charter package. 

Provisioning

As a general rule, you should aim to allocate between $50-85 per person per day for provisioning, which will ensure everyone has plenty of delicious meals, snacks, and drinks. 

That said, if food is one of your biggest priorities, and you see your party feasting on squid ink risotto, fresh grilled seafood, the best local Croatian wine, and truffle dishes, then we recommend setting aside a little more.

Please note that if you add a skipper to your charter, then you must pre-pay on the booking for the skipper’s provisioning.

Fuel

You will need to account for the cost of fueling your yacht when you set sail around Croatia. To save you time and effort during your Croatian yacht charter, we have pre-paid fueling options available for sailing charters* in the Mediterranean. Learn more about our charter extras.

*Not available for Power charters.

Gratuity

A gratuity is expected and is typically given to the skipper or crew at the end of the charter. The amount is entirely at your discretion.

For crewed charters, if you’re happy with the outstanding quality of service during your all-inclusive sailing vacation, a gratuity of 15-20% of the overall charter price is suggested. 

Itinerary

What do you plan on doing once you set sail around Croatia? 

Your sailing itinerary will showcase the very best of Marina Agana or Dubrovnik; dozens of incredible islands, some quiet, some vibrant, all ready to explore. How much it costs will depend on the number of excursions or activities you want to include in it. 

Beyond sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling, there are many things to do in Croatia. For detailed travel inspiration, take a look at our Dubrovnik and Marina Agana Sailing Itineraries.

Keep reading to learn more about the average costs of some of the most popular activities in Croatia.

Optional charter extras

There are a number of optional charter extras you can add to your Croatia yacht charter for an additional cost, including:

• 50 GB/week of WiFi, for seamless days at sea and plenty of onboard entertainment.
• Water toys are perfect for making the most of the Adriatic, right from your powercat’s swim platform.
• Additional crew members, to create a care-free charter experience.
• Yacht Damage Waiver, to put your mind at ease, and to reduce your security deposit.

You can also find out about more additional expenses in our guide to yacht charter costs.

What are the average daily living costs in Croatia?

Here’s a breakdown of some of the average daily living costs you can expect to pay during your yacht charter in Croatia.

How can you keep to your budget on a Croatia yacht charter? Recommendations from the experts!

The Moorings’ Croatia travel experts, Mirna Jakšić (Agana Flotilla and Events Manager) and Keith Harvey (Dubrovnik Base Manager), have shared their top pieces of advice for keeping to your budget when planning a sailing vacation:

“Use your well-equipped boat”

Mirna says: “More and more boats in our fleet come with generators, watermakers, even grills installed. The need to go to marinas isn’t as big as it was before. 

“As long as the weather allows it, anchoring in some of the most beautiful bays in the world is a great way to save some Euros.”

“Think strategic mooring”

Keith says: “Ditch the pricey marinas for secluded free anchorages and exclusive “dine-and-dock” island buoys! 

“Be like a local and do a Mainland Sweep: Beat the “island markup” by stocking your galley at mainland superstores before you set sail!”

Key Takeaways

• Starting prices for Croatia yacht charters range between $1,885 and $36,020, depending on the type of charter, type of yacht and time of year.
• Bareboat charters start from $1,885, power charters start from $2,230, all-inclusive crewed charters start from $16,020, and you can add a skipper to either for $330 a night.
• Croatia charter costs are dependent on several factors, including: Length of charter, party size, season, yacht type, and charter type.
• Many people forget about the additional costs of chartering a yacht, including Flights, fuel, gratuity, and provisioning.

Book your Croatia sailing vacation with The Moorings

Whether you want a more hands-on sailing trip or extra support onboard, there are several ways to experience Croatia with The Moorings. 

To work out full costs and bring your Croatia budget to life, build a Dubrovnik or Marina Agana quote, or speak to one of our Vacation Planners today.

Please note that all costs are based on ‘starting from’ prices, are subject to change, and are based on information available at the time of publication. This was last updated in April 2026.

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