The Mid Dalmatia flotillas sail Croatia’s most popular cruising area. As you sail between islands there are two national parks to visit. The area also includes the historic towns of Split, Trogir and Primosten.
The Dalmatia flotillas offer sailing itineraries of great variety. Heading north, you have the beautiful Kornati and Krka National Parks.
To the south, islands including Hvar, Vis, Solta and Brac offer stops from sleepy fishing villages to buzzing holiday towns. As well as historic architecture, there are beaches aplenty.
The two week Dalmatia flotillas visit the areas both north and south of Split and Trogir. If you can only spare a week, you’ll need to pick between the two areas. But be warned: You’ll want to come back and do the other half next year. Then you’ll want a further two weeks because the routes visit different places! Small wonder that this is one of the top selling flotilla areas.
Take your pick from
about the hvar flotilla
The Hvar flotilla explores the islands of Brac, Vis and Hvar to the south of Split. It’s an intermediate level flotilla, ideal for those with some previous experience.
The route takes in some ancient settlements, with Vis dating back to 3000BC. Many buildings remain from the period of occupation by the Venetians. This gives the area something of an Italian feel.
You can visit popular tourist towns such as Hvar, best visited by water taxi from the Pakleni Islands. But although you will find tourists everywhere, places like Starigrad have a charmingly laid back air
The flotilla has an associated RYA sailing school. So you can take a qualification whilst enjoying the flotilla. The school also provides a way for single sailors to join in, even if you don’t want to take a course.
2024 DatesFlotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Hvar | 4th 18th 25th | 1st 15th 19th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st |
Hvar Flotilla Itinerary
Click to view the Hvar flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in.
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2: Sun | 12 |
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3: Mon | 13 |
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4: Tue | 14 |
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5: Wed | 22 |
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6: Thu | 15 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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7: Fri | 28 |
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8: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 17 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about the Hvar Flotilla
The Hvar flotilla sails from Split. Split Airport is about 25 minutes drive away from the city itself where the base is located. The operator offers optional airport transfers.
Split is well served by direct flights from the UK. These are mainly with the low cost carriers though Croatia Air offer flights from Heathrow (generally expensive).
The flotilla offers a modern fleet of yachts from 3 to 5 cabins from 35 feet upwards.
The associated RYA Sailing School offers Day Skipper, ICC and Competent Crew courses. You can either take an instructor on board your flotilla yacht, or take a berth on a Tuition Yacht. You can also join the Tuition Yacht as a spectator only. This enables those not wanting a yacht to themselves to sail with the flotilla.
The Krka Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Saturdays from Seget Donji marina, Trogir
Nearest airports: Split
Direct flights from Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds & Newcastle
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September
2024 Dates
Flotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Krka | 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in at Trogir's Seget Donji marina.
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2: Sun | 15 |
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3: Mon | 17 |
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4: Tue | 20 |
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5: Wed | 11 |
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6: Thu | 30 |
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7: Fri | 10 |
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8: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 17 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
about the skradin flotilla
The Skradin flotilla takes you north west up the coast to (surprise, surprise) Skradin famed for the Krka Waterfalls. It’s an intermediate level flotilla, ideal for those with some previous experience.
The Krka falls are just a short way from Skradin and offer a refreshing swim. The first waterfall you see is spectacular. However, this is just the start of a large National Park offering some beautiful walks and many more waterfalls.
En route, the flotilla stops at the delightful village of Rogoznica. The village is set in an excellent natural harbour. It also visits the historic “island village” of Primosten, connected the mainland by a causeway.
And if you have limited time to explore Split itself don’t worry. Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is at least as fascinating with its renaissance and romanesque architecture.
The flotilla operator also offers RYA training either on your own flotilla yacht or on dedicated tuition yachts. So you can take a qualification whilst enjoying the flotilla. A course is not compulsory so its also enables single sailors to join the flotilla.
2024 DatesFlotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Skradin | 11th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th |
Skradin Flotilla Itinerary
Click to view the Skradin flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in.
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2: Sun | 14 |
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3: Mon | 20 |
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4: Tue | 20 |
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5: Wed | 24 |
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6: Thu | 15 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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7: Fri | 14 |
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8: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 18 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about the Skradin Flotilla
The Skradin flotilla runs from Split. The town’s airport is about 25 minutes by road from the base which is on the edge of the city. The operator offers optional airport transfers.
There are a good number of direct flights from the UK. These are mainly with the low cost carriers though Croatia Air offer flights from Heathrow (generally expensive).
The flotilla offers a modern fleet of yachts from 3 to 5 cabins from 35 feet upwards.
The RYA Sailing School offers Day Skipper, ICC and Competent Crew courses. Instructor can join your own flotilla yacht, or you can take a berth on a Tuition Yacht. You can also join the Tuition Yacht as a spectator only. This enables those not wanting a yacht to themselves to sail with the flotilla.
The Vis Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Saturdays from Seget Donji, Trogir
Nearest airports: Split
Direct flights from Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds & Newcastle
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September
2024 Dates
Flotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Vis | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in at Trogir's Seget Donji marina
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2: Sun | 10 |
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3: Mon | 25 |
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4: Tue | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try
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5: Wed | 10 |
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6: Thu | 18 |
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7: Fri | 18 |
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8: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 17 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
The Mid Adriatic Flotilla Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Saturdays from Seget Donji, Trogir
Nearest airports: Split
Direct flights from Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds & Newcastle
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September
2024 Dates
Flotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Mid Adriatic | 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Split Flotilla Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in at Trogir's Seget Donji marina
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2: Sun | 10 |
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3: Mon | 25 |
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4: Tue | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try
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5: Wed | 10 |
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6: Thu | 18 |
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7: Fri | 25 | Free sail suggestions: Plenty to choose from including
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8: Sat | 9 | Free sail suggestions:How about
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9: Sun | 24 |
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10: Mon | 17 |
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11: Tue | 20 |
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12: Wed | 11 |
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13: Thu | 30 |
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14: Fri | 10 |
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15: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 18 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
The Mid Dalmatia Flotilla Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Saturdays from Seget Donji, Trogir
Nearest airports: Split
Direct flights from Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds & Newcastle
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September
2024 Dates
Flotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Mid Dalmatia | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia North gallery and the Dalmatia Central gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Split Flotilla Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sat | 0 | Check in at Trogir's Seget Donji marina.
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2: Sun | 16 |
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3: Mon | 17 |
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4: Tue | 20 |
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5: Wed | 11 |
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6: Thu | 30 |
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7: Fri | 23 | Free sail suggestions: Why not try
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8: Sat | 23 | Free sail suggestions:
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9: Sun | 13 |
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10: Mon | 25 |
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11: Tue | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try
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12: Wed | 10 |
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13: Thu | 18 |
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14: Fri | 18 |
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15: Sat | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 19 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
About the Split flotilla – North then South
The 2 week Split flotilla explores the popular central Dalmatian coast. From ancient architectural sites such as as Split and Trogir to lovely beaches and a National Park, there’s something for everyone.
Depending which week you start you will either go north first and then south, or vice versa. Over the middle weekend you will get a couple of days to sail where you wish, known as free sailing. The Lead Crew will brief you on options.
The flotilla visits the islands of Brac, Hvar and Solta (with the option to add Drvenik Veli during free sailing). You will also see the two “almost islands” at Primosten and Rogonznica, both joined to the mainland by causeways. At Skradin you can visit the Krka National Park with it’s superb waterfalls.
The flotilla operator also runs an RYA Sailing School, so you can learn while you sail. You can either join a Tuition Yacht with others, or you can take your own personal instructor on your ow flotilla yacht.
2023 DatesFlotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Split North & South - 2 weeks | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 8th 22nd | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th |
Split South & North - 2 weeks | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th | 1st 15th 29th | 12th 26th | 9th 23rd |
Split North then South flotilla itinerary
Click to view the Split North & South flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 14
3: Mon 20
4: Tue 20
5: Wed 24
6: Thu 15 Free sailing. Why not try:
Or
7: Fri 23 Free sailing. I suggest
Or head down to:
8: Sat 7 Free sailing: How about:
Or
9: Sun 20
10: Mon 13
11: Tue 14
12: Wed 22
13: Thu 20 Free sailing. Why not try:
or
14: Fri 27
15: Sat 0 Check out and depart
Average 18 Note: you will do more miles than this!
All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.
More about the flotilla
The flotilla is based on the outskirts of Split. The town’s airport is about 25 minutes drive away. The operator offers optional transfers.
Split airport is well served by flights from a good number of UK airport. Most are low cost carriers through Croatia Air offers a scheduled service from Heathrow.
The flotilla offers a modern fleet of yachts from 35 feet upwards, offering 3 to 5 cabins.
The operator’s RYA Sailing School offers Day Skipper, ICC and Competent Crew courses. In addition to tuition, you can also join the Tuition Yacht as a spectator only. This enables those not wanting a yacht to themselves to sail with the flotilla.
About the Split flotilla – South then North
The 2 week Split flotilla explores the popular central Dalmatian coast. From ancient architectural sites such as as Split and Trogir to lovely beaches and a National Park, there’s something for everyone.
Depending which week you start you will either go north first and then south, or vice versa. Over the middle weekend you will get a couple of days to sail where you wish, known as free sailing. The Lead Crew will brief you on options.
The flotilla visits the islands of Brac, Hvar and Solta (with the option to add Drvenik Veli during free sailing). You will also see the two “almost islands” at Primosten and Rogonznica, both joined to the mainland by causeways. At Skradin you can visit the Krka National Park with it’s superb waterfalls.
The flotilla operator also runs an RYA Sailing School, so you can learn while you sail. You can either join a Tuition Yacht with others, or you can take your own personal instructor on your ow flotilla yacht.
2023 DatesFlotilla | May | June | July | August | September |
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Split North & South - 2 weeks | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 8th 22nd | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th |
Split South & North - 2 weeks | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th | 1st 15th 29th | 12th 26th | 9th 23rd |
Split South then North flotilla
Click to view the Split South & North flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 12
3: Mon 13
4: Tue 14
5: Wed 22
6: Thu 11 Free sailing. Why not try:
or
7: Fri 29 Free sailing: How about: Or
or
8: Sat 18 Free sailing. I suggest
Or head down to:
9: Sun 8
10: Mon 20
11: Tue 20
12: Wed 24
13: Thu 15 Free sailing. Why not try:
or
14: Fri 14
15: Sat 0 Check out and depart
Average 17 Note: you will do more miles than this!
All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.
More about the flotilla
The flotilla is based on the outskirts of Split. The town’s airport is about 25 minutes drive away. The operator offers optional transfers.
Split airport is well served by flights from a good number of UK airport. Most are low cost carriers through Croatia Air offers a scheduled service from Heathrow.
The flotilla offers a modern fleet of yachts from 35 feet upwards, offering 3 to 5 cabins.
The operator’s RYA Sailing School offers Day Skipper, ICC and Competent Crew courses. In addition to tuition, you can also join the Tuition Yacht as a spectator only. This enables those not wanting a yacht to themselves to sail with the flotilla.
More about the Mid Dalmatia flotillas
The Mid Dalmatia flotillas require only moderate experience. They are not ideal for novice skippers and crews. This is particularly true in high season when winds are a little stronger. But they are well within the capabilities of those with previous flotilla experience. Winds are typically force 2-4, sometimes 5 in the afternoons when there can be Katabatic gusts off the hillsides.
You must hold a recognised skippers certificate to sail yourself. There is a Government issued list which includes the RYA Day Skipper and ICC. Someone on board will also need a VHF certificate.
These rules apply to all Dalmatia flotillas. In fact they apply to all yacht charters and flotillas in Croatia, not matter how experienced you are.
If you lack these qualifications, you can hire a skipper or take a course (see Learn to sail below).
The Dalmatia flotillas start from Trogir and from Split. Both bases are best reached via Split airport.
Transfers times for Trogir are about 10-15 minutes. For Split it’s about 25 minutes. Split is served by direct flights from Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle.
All these Dalmatia flotillas are available as a package with flights or flotilla only. Booking flotilla only and buying your own flights works out cheaper. The operators offer optional airport transfers for those buying their own flights.
Learn to sail on Mid Dalmatia Flotillas
On the Dalmatia flotillas from Split, there’s the option of taking sailing courses. The operator’s RYA accredited sailing school offers Competent Crew, ICC and Day Skipper courses. Personalised tuition is also available. You can either join the school’s Tuition Yacht, booked by the berth/cabin, or you can have a yacht and instructor to yourselves.