Agana Travel Information & Planning Guide

The municipality of Marina, where marina Agana is located, is 118.4 km2 (45.7 sq mi). There’s a population of just over 4,200 people, compared to the overall Croatian population of almost 4,500,000.

The official currency of Agana, and the whole of Croatia, is the Euro.

Prior to 2023, the official currency was the Croatian Kuna (HRK).

Croatian, Serbian, and others, including Italian, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, and German.

Black risotto, Peka, Brudet, Seafood dishes, Boškarin, Zagorski štrukli and other delicious dishes.

Airport 

Split Airport (SPU) is situated south from Trogir town. The distance from the Split airport to the base in Marina Agana is 12 miles.

Ferry

It is possible to get to Marina Agana from Ancona, Pescara (Italy), via Split. It takes approximately 9 hours by ferry. From April to September, during the Croatia sailing season, there is a daily connection by ferry.

The transfer from Split Airport to Agana Marina takes approximately 30 minutes and costs vary by the number of people:

Approximate costs of transfers are listed below:

• 1-3 persons; 58€
• 4-7 persons; 97€
• 8+ persons; 12€/person

All transfers in Agana are delivered by a third party partner.  If you choose to organize your transfer with our partner, you will need to book and pay the transfer company directly. 

There are a number of car hire companies operating in Croatia. There are a couple of major car rental companies at the airport. If you’re looking for a car rental to drive from the airport to Marina Agana, Avis, Budget and Hertz are located at the airport.

Some agencies offer a delivery service to the marina for a small fee. Please enquire with reception for further information.

If you would like to hire a car, please make sure to bring all parts of a valid driving license.

Parking is available at Marina Agana for clients arriving by car for 60 EUR per week (120 EUR for campers) and must be arranged and paid for at the main reception desk locally.

Level 1

• At least 5 days or 100 miles as skipper on an equivalent size yacht
• Level 1 destinations offer the easiest cruising grounds with line-of-sight navigation. Lazy line mooring or mooring balls are common.

Experience levels are based on sailing conditions and the length of passages within your chosen sailing area. View here for more information.

Croatia has mandatory power or sail requirements for bareboat charters.

There must be at least one certified skipper on board who is over 18 years old. The skipper must be competent in handling a yacht in close quarters, anchoring and mooring in varying conditions, and using navigation and pilotage skills to safely the day’s sailing and know your position at any time

The skipper must hold:

• A valid sailing license or certificate issued by a government or state-approved organisation.
• A valid VHF Radio Operator’s License.
• The original license/certificate, which must be presented at the base during check-in.

To sail in this destination, you’ll need at least an ICC, RYA Day Skipper, ASA 103, US Sailing Basic Coastal Cruising, SLC, IPC, or an equivalent higher-level qualification may be accepted, provided they appear on the Croatian Ministry’s approved list.

Cruising Permits

It is essential that we have all of the following details in advance for every member of your crew so that your boat papers can be prepared:

• Full name
• Date and place of birth
• Nationality
• Passport number/ID card number

It is imperative that you bring these details and original sailing license with you as the Croatian Authorities do regular checks on the water. You will not be able to sail without these papers, and failure to supply information in advance could delay your departure from the base.

A list of officially accepted licenses is available online from the Croatian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and is updated regularly. The list is organised by country and specifies the certificates accepted for different competency levels, vessel sizes and sailing areas.

Please refer to the official Croatian Ministry list before contacting the base with license-related queries. Note that if a license does not appear on the official list, it is not accepted for bareboat chartering in Croatia.

All skippers must bring their original, valid licenses and VHF certificate to the base in order to take over the yacht. Please note that charter bases in Croatia are not authorised to approve licenses that are not listed by the Croatian Ministry of the Sea.

Charter Boarding Time: 3:00 PM

The chart briefing for this base is available online, so please view it before arrival, the link to is found as a task in you MyAccount. Additional consultations for further questions and reservation assistance are available at the base on Saturdays at 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm local time. 

All skippers must attend a Boat Briefing where all of the yacht’s operations will be explained, inclusive Safety briefing, dinghy and outboard usage etc. We kindly ask you read through the Briefing List provided upon your Check In, ensuring you are ready when you meet with your boat briefer.

The base personnel will wait for you until 7:00 PM. After 7:00 PM, you will find a letter at the reception door with a message indicating your yacht’s name and berth. Your boat will be open and there will be a sign on board with your name. The boat’s equipment will be ready for the night. The base personnel will be at your disposal the next day from 8:30 AM and will then handover the boat to you.

Return to Base: 6:00 PM the night before disembarkation. Disembarkation is at 9:00 AM the following morning.

A debriefing and final walkthrough will be done upon return so please allow enough time to complete this before the charter end time.

Provisioning 

Moorings Care packages are included on every yacht. These packages contain some of the basics to get you started for your vacation. Additional items are available to be purchased and delivered directly to your yacht. Visit our Provisioning Page to learn more.

Mobile phones  

Check with your service provider for information about cell coverage in this region. Using your own GSM mobile phone in conjunction with a prepaid SIM card is also very popular and convenient.  Telephone and internet facilities are available in marina Agana. 

Music/iPods  

While most of our newer boats have Bluetooth capability, we cannot guarantee all boats are outfitted with this equipment. For your convenience, we highly recommend you bring an AUX cord so you can listen to music from your mobile devices.

Electricity

230V AC, 50 HZ, two-pin plugs are standard. All yachts are equipped with power cords, a battery charger and 220V plugs. The piers in the Marina are equipped with 220 V outlets. The inventory includes an adaptor. The piers of the other marinas are generally equipped with 220V outlets. You will find numerous 12V USB ports throughout your yacht, so we recommend you bring a USB charger for your phones.

Coolers

Every The Moorings catamaran is equipped with a cooler on board. For more information on what’s included on your yacht, please view the full list here for Bareboat Charters or here for Crewed Charters.

Entry, exit, and visa requirements depend on the locations you are departing from and traveling to. You are responsible for having the correct documents so make sure to check with the consulate of the countries you plan to visit before you travel. Visit travel.state.gov for the latest information.

EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES)
The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border registration system for non-EU travellers visiting Schengen countries for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Instead of relying on passport stamps, the system will electronically record each entry and exit, including biometric data (such as fingerprints and facial images) for first-time registration.

For our customers, travelling to our Mediterranean destinations, this means slightly longer processing on first arrival as details are captured, but faster and more streamlined border crossings thereafter. Please allow for plenty layover time to account for any delays.

The EES is designed to improve border efficiency, enhance security, and more accurately track permitted stays across participating European countries.

Learn more here: What is the EES? – EES

The base has storage facilities for your bags while waiting for the yacht, or while you are waiting for your transfer once your vacation has come to an end. The storage area is lockable, however, please note the bags are stored at owners’ risk, and the base is not responsible for any loss or damage.

Please pack using soft-sided bags, as these are easier to store on your yacht. Pack lightly and review our suggested packing list below for required and necessary items to bring:

• Pack essential prescription medicine and change of clothing in a carry-on bag*
• Passport and other travel documentation and original sailing license
• Tickets and paper confirmations for pre-planned activities
• Light-colored, light-weight clothing
• Formal wear for upscale dining establishments
• Swimwear and cover-up
• Hats and sunglasses
• Sandals and flip-flops
• Athletic shoes and hiking boots
• Travel-sized toiletries and hygiene products
• Insect repellent and OTC pain relievers/ointments
• AUX cable for playing music through your device
• 12V DC to 110V AC power inverter (for boats without generators**)
• 12V to USB power adapter for charging mobile devices

*We would highly recommend packing prescription medicine and essential clothing (bathing suit, t-shirt and shorts) in your hand luggage as occasionally your luggage may arrive at the base after you do.
**All boats include a 12V DC outlet (a “car” outlet). Boats with generators have 110V outlets in the Caribbean and 220V in the Mediterranean and Exotic locations.

As a yacht skipper in Croatia, you are required to have an official sailing licence as well as a VHF radio licence. Original licenses/certificates must be presented upon check-in at the base.

The use of flying drones may be restricted in some areas. For current drone regulations in this destination, please visit here.

The official currency used in Croatia is Euro.

Accepted Credit Cards

Visa and Master Card are accepted. This base cannot accept cash, American Express and Diners Club, but American Express may be accepted at rare locations around Agana.

Traveler’s Checks

Traveler’s Checks are also not accepted. Exchange offices can be found at the airport or in numerous towns along the islands, including one in Marina Agana (open daily in high season), offering a better exchange rate than the bank.

Tipping in Croatia is expected in all establishments, especially in restaurants and nautical-related venues. 10-15% is considered polite, although it is dependent mostly on the customer’s satisfaction.

For a Moorings skipper, a gratuity is expected and is typically given to the skipper at the end of the charter. The amount is entirely at your discretion.

Croatian tourism tax will be charged as part of your vacation booking, however, some amends are possible also at the base when finalizing your crew list. Visiting the National and Nature parks in Croatia (Kornati, Krka, Mljet and Lastovo ) requires purchasing entry tickets for yourself and your vessel. Each park has different rules and prices, the details can be found on their webpages. Feel free to get in touch with the base for more information. 

It is essential that we have all of the following details in advance for every member of your crew so that your boat papers can be prepared:

Full name
Date and place of birth
Nationality
Passport number/ID card number

It is imperative that you bring these details and original sailing and VHF license with you as the Croatian Authorities do regular checks on the water. You will not be able to sail without these papers, and failure to supply information in advance could delay your departure from the base.

A security deposit must be paid at the base by Visa or Master Card and is refundable at the end of your charter subject to there being no loss or damage. To significantly decrease your security deposit, purchase our Yacht Damage Waiver insurance ahead of time.

Your health and safety are important to us. For advice on how to stay safe while on charter, please review Travel Advice Information. Current travel and safety information can be obtained by visiting travel.state.gov

Swimming is often a fun and important part of a vacation. However local rules, flag systems, currents and where swimming may be permitted, can be different and vary from country to country. Snorkel vests, Life Jackets and Diver Down flags are all available on board. 

Children:

• Talk to children about water safety at the start of a vacation, making them aware of the potential dangers.
• Accidents can happen at any time on vacation, but often they happen on the first and last day, so keep watch and do not get distracted when your children are playing by, or in the water.
• Children in or near water should always be supervised by an adult and never left unattended. 
• Get in the water with them, it is easier to keep an eye on them as well as good fun. Floatation devices are highly recommended for children but are not a substitute for supervision.

BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS

• Check warning flags and signage on the beach and only swim where it is permitted. 
• Beware of dangerous currents, these can be very powerful. Not all beaches have lifeguards and/or warning flags.
• Beware of underwater hazards, such as reefs, rocks, sudden changes in depth and marine life.
• Never swim where a sign says not to e.g. in zoned areas for jet boats or jet skis.
• Never swim at night or after drinking alcohol.

LOOK OUT FOR OTHERS

• Never swim alone, ‘buddy up’ with others in your party and use the snorkel vests provided.
• Know how and where to get help. If you see someone in difficulty; raise the alarm, preferably the emergency services. Ensure you know the correct number for the country you are in.

DO NOT OVERESTIMATE YOUR ABILITY

• Consider swimming lessons before you go if you think it would be useful to learn proper swimming technique.
• Even if you regularly swim in a pool, remember that open water swimming can be very different. 

Croatia is home to some of the most beautiful diving sites in the world, from huge walls abundant with fish and sea life, to sunken wrecks of ships and bombard airplanes.

For bareboat charters (where no staff from The Moorings are onboard the yacht) charterers are permitted to dive from the yacht. The Moorings does not provide such activities so you should ensure that any third parties that you engage with in order to dive should be through reputable third-party operators. Any diving activities are fully undertaken at your own risk and The Moorings shall have no responsibility or liability in connection with your participation in any diving activities, irrespective of whether this takes place from the yacht or an alternative location during your charter. Diving is not permitted under any circumstances whereby there is any skipper or other crew onboard the yacht which is provided by The Moorings.

All yachts are equipped with adult life jackets, harnesses, snorkel vests & diver down flags. You can see all this equipment demonstrated in our online safety briefing, and we strongly recommend that you make use of this equipment during your vacation. This safety equipment will be displayed in the saloon of your boat on boarding – If you have any questions feel free to ask our base staff during your briefing. 

We have a very limited supply of children’s life jackets on base so highly recommend that if you are travelling with children, you bring their own. This ensures that children have correctly fitting jackets that are comfortable for them. 

Children should not be allowed in the dinghy without a life jacket or buoyancy aid and should wear a buoyancy aid or harness whilst on deck. 

Children under the age of 16 should not operate an outboard engine and should be supervised at all times when in the dinghy. 

This destination is generally risk-free of contagious disease. Visit cdc.gov for the latest information.

The Moorings offers comprehensive travel insurance through our partner, for your peace of mind. If you have your own travel insurance, verify that it covers the destinations and activities of your Moorings vacation.

Marina Agana, Marina 
Dr. Franje Tudmana 5 
21222 Marina, Croatia  

Tel: 00 385 21 889 477

UTC/GMT +2 hours

In the high season, the base is open from Sunday-Thursday from 8.30am to 4.30pm and Friday-Saturday from 8.30am to 7pm.

You can get in touch with the Tourist office in Marina on +385 983 605 96.

• Facilities in the base and Marina town include:
• Numerous restaurants and bars
• Internet access on the docks
• Toilet and shower facilities open 24/7
• Electricity and water on the docks
• Two well-stocked supermarkets
• Exchange office (open in high season)
• ATM
• Ice machine

There’s a brilliant number of different mooring options in Croatia: Marinas, Town Quays or Harbors, Mooring Buoys and Anchorages. It really couldn’t be easier to moor up and explore the beauties of the Dalmatian Islands! Anchoring is possible almost everywhere, but please don’t do it if you notice an UPSIDE DOWN ANCHOR because it means no anchorage is allowed.

Mooring buoys are either owned by a restaurant, in which case you are expected to dine with them (just call ahead and make dinner reservations in order to book a buoy), or they are under concession, which means you have to pay for your stay. If you anchor closer than 300m from buoys or harbors under concession, you will be charged the same fee.

Town quays or harbors are NOT the same thing as a marina. They are cheaper, non-reservable, cash-only facilities and they DO NOT use VHF 17 for contact upon approach. Some have their own frequency, but most of them operate on line of sight and on a first come, first served basis. Much like marinas, most of them have water, electricity and shower facilities, but are much more affordable in price.

The most wide-spread brand of marinas in Croatia is the Adriatic Club International (ACI). All of the marinas in Croatia respond to VHF ch. 17 for communication upon arrival.

All mooring fees are dependent on the size of your yacht and the marina/quay pricing policy, and for catamarans the prices are always +50 or 80% of the listed price.

Dinghy Docks

There are rarely specially-appointed docks along Croatian coast that are referred to as “dinghy docks”. However, it is very easy to get with your dinghy wherever you need, just make sure you don’t lose it along the way. 

Our top tips for docking dinghies include:

• Ensure you have tied it to the best of your ability so you find it where you left it. The general rule is not to take your dinghy further than 300 meters away from your yacht.
• Dinghies can be pulled up the beach and left there for a while, but make sure you don’t damage the outboard engine while doing so and that the tide (although small) doesn’t drag it away. 
• There is also ample space for the small dinghy along the town quays and harbors, just make sure you are not in somebody’s spot or in the way of the ferry or a larger boat. 
• Try to squeeze between local boats, taking care of other people’s property. 

Around our Moorings base in Agana, you’ll find a selection of fantastic accommodation options, including:

• SKY beach hotel (just 3 minutes by car from Agana base)
• sky-beach.com 00 385 97 74 40 500 holiday@sky-beach.com
• Hotel Pašike in Trogir hotelpasike.com 00 385 21 885 185 info@hotelpasike.com
• Hotel Ola in Trogir (adults only) hotelola.hr 00 385 21 798 600 
• Radisson Blu in Split radissonblu.com 00 385 21 303 030 info.split@radissonblu.com
• Cornaro Hotel in Split cornarohotel.com 00 385 21 644 200 info@cornarohotel.com
• Perla Resort in Rogoznica perla-resort.com 00 385 99 293 8743 perlaresort@kruscica.com
• Hotel Zora in Primošten hotelzora-adriatiq.com 00 385 (0)22 581 111 hotel-zora@adriatiq.com

Marina town doesn’t have any banks. The closest ones are found in Trogir town to the south or Rogoznica and Primošten towns to the north.

The post office is next to Studenac supermarket. Open Mondays 8am to 5pm, Tuesday – Friday 8am – 2.30pm but closed on the weekend.

Marina Agana is situated in the center of a lovely village with a couple of very nice restaurants.If you need a table for a group, reservations are required. The base customer service will be pleased to book a reservation for you.

Here are some of our favorite suggestions:

• Sky rooftop bar & restaurant 00 385 97 7440 500
• Kod Duje 00 385 21 889 563
• Konoba Marina 00 385 91 5142 749
• Konoba Hila 00 385 91 7820 076

The Moorings Provisioning

At The Moorings, to make your trip smooth sailing, we also offer online provisioning. Your provisioning must be ordered 7 days prior to the start date of your Agana yacht charter. Learn more about The Moorings provisioning and getting delivery direct to your yacht.

There are also two well-stocked grocery stores in Marina town, both just a 5 minute walk away from the marina. You can stock up at Tommy Store, they will let you borrow their shopping trolley and leave it in the base, or shop at Studenac Supermarket. You can also easily find stores and minimarkets at most marinas, ports and harbors.

All of our yachts are licensed for sailing in Croatia, Italy, Montenegro and Slovenia. If you are planning to leave Croatian waters please contact our reception at least one week in advance so that we can prepare cruising permits and the necessary documentation. 

A formal sailing license is mandatory to charter in Croatia. Review the power or sail requirements for Croatia while planning your vacation to ensure you have the necessary skills and qualifications to take the helm and sail into the sunset! Please, note that at least two people must be on board at all times while sailing.

There are no special restrictions in Croatian waters, although please pay attention to protected areas like Natural and National Parks that require additional tickets for your yacht. Also, National park Kornati and Nature park Lastovo are outside of the sailing region, so The Moorings  4-hour commitment doesn’t apply. 

All the charts and pilot books you will need for the sailing area are to be found onboard, including small and big scale charts, pilot book and chart book, all issued by the Croatian government and up-to-date.

For more information on preparing for your dream yacht charter in Croatia, download The Moorings Agana Cruising eGuide or contact our Vacation Planners at 888.952.8420 if you have any questions.

Night Sailing is not permitted; you must be moored at least one hour before sunset.

General Conditions

The popularity of the Croatian coast as a sailing destination lies as much in the ideal climate as in the beauty of its shores and variety of sailing conditions. With glorious temperatures, a small tidal range and a long sailing season, the cruising conditions in Croatia are truly wonderful.

The sunny Adriatic enjoys an average of 315 cloudless days per year! In April-May, you’ll enjoy warm temperatures from 22-28 C, winds generally between 10-20 knots (sometimes up to 25 knots) and only occasional showers.

If you’re planning to sail the open waters in June-August, you’ll be able to soak up the sun with beautiful blue skies every day and sizzling temperatures between 26-30 C. Similarly to April-May, you’ll find winds of around 10-20 knots.

Towards the end of the sailing season in Croatia, you’ll enjoy lovely temperatures of 14-25 C in September and 10-19 C in October. Winds in September-October are generally the same as April-May and July-August, but they can be stronger, with rain possible in late October.Sailors must however be careful as the weather can change very quickly. Learn more about the best time to sail in the Mediterranean.

The Bura: A dry, cold wind. As it is north-easterly, it mainly blows from the east coast of the Adriatic from land to sea. It brings fine weather and, because of the configuration of the land, it blows locally with varying force and from various directions ranging from N to ENE. 

The relief of the east of the Adriatic causes the local Bura winds to blow in strong gusts and to begin unexpectedly. The force of the Bura may vary from a light breeze to more intense.

The Sirocco: A warm, humid wind blowing from ESE to SSE. It blows the entire length of the Adriatic coast and brings rough seas. The sky thickly clouds and there is almost always prolonged rain. It reaches its greatest force in the South Adriatic. It can blow at any time of the year. On average it blows at force 16-20 knots.

The Maestral: By day, the land surface gets more heated than the surface of the sea and, as a result, air currents begin to rise up from the land and at a certain distance are drawn down towards the sea, causing land-sea circulation. The Maestral is usually characterized by white cumulus clouds denoting fine weather. It begins usually to blow between 9-10 am and reaches its maximum force about 2 pm. Its usual force is around 16-20 knots, but it always dies away before sunset.Concerned about navigating the dominant winds in Croatia? Relax in the knowledge that our experienced base crew will support you every step of your vacation, and you can even hire a skipper to guide you around the majestic Dalmatian Islands!

Much like our other incredible Mediterranean yacht charter destinations in Greece and Italy, the tides are relatively minimal in Croatia.

In the Eastern Mediterranean, the tidal range is very small: 30 cm to 60 cm (one to two feet depending on location) including the variation of level due to atmospheric pressure and dominant winds.

The average tidal range in Dubrovnik is around 22cm, while in Split it is approximately 23cm. Elsewhere in Croatia, you can expect to see a range of up to 47cm, such as in Rovinj.

When you arrive at our Agana base, we will provide you with a weather forecast for the next 24 hours. Harbor Offices receive a weather forecast regularly; this is the best and most reliable source of weather information. 

On your VHF watch channels you can follow the transmitting time of meteorological reports, and navigation warnings. This information is broadcast by mainland radio station in English at following times: 

• SPLIT RADIO (Split, Šibenik, Hvar area) – Broadcasting at 7:45 14:45 21:45 on channels 07, 21, 23, 28, 81, 67
• DUBROVNIK RADIO (Dubrovnik area) – Broadcasting at 8:25 15:20 23:20 on channels 04, 07, 81, 85

Of course, you can also check the weather forecast online. Check out the official Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service website for more information about Croatian weather. We also recommend participating in the local chart and area briefing for the best advice on current weather.

Historical Weather (Averages by month):

At The Moorings, we’re passionate about preserving the beauty of the oceans we explore. Through Our OCEAN Promise, we’re working to reduce our environmental footprint and support the communities that make each destination so special. From more responsible operations to cleaner cruising practices, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.

You can make a difference too. Before you depart, pack a reusable water bottle, choose to support local businesses, and anchor mindfully to help protect the waters we all enjoy. Small choices make a big impact.

Learn more about Our OCEAN Promise