The South Adriatic flotillas cover the southern part of Croatia’s Dalmatia coast and the north part of Montenegro, the Gulf of Kotor.
Dubrovnik: The town, city walls and harbour
The flotlllas sail from the historic city of Dubrovnik, heading north and south on alternate weeks. To the north, the Dalmatian coast is strewn with islands. The area is greener than some parts further north. The flotilla route explores Korcula, Mljet and Lastovo, including the beautiful Mljet National Park. You’ll visit a variety of places, from sleepy villages to small holiday towns.
Heading south, the Adriatic flotillas visit the impressive steep sided Gulf of Kotor. As far as I know, this is currently the only regular flotilla visiting Montenegro. Montenegro is currently experiencing something of a tourist boom and is developing fast but is a little behind Croatia.
These South Adriatic flotillas require only moderate experience. They are ideal for skippers and crews with a trip or two already behind them. To sail yourself, the skipper must hold a recognised skippers certificate (RYA Day Skipper, ICC or similar) and someone on board requires a VHF certificate. These rules apply to all yacht charters in Croatia. However, if you lack teh necessary qualifications, fear not – skippers are available for hire.
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- Korcula flotilla – 1 week
About the Korcula Flotilla
The Korcula flotilla visits the islands north west of Dubrovnik. Many tourists are drawn to Dubrovnik itself. Not so many get to see the outlying islands.
Quick Choices - Dubrovnik FlotillaBase:Dubrovnik Difficulty: Intermediate Airport:
Dubr'kFlights from: Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Belfast Qualifications: to sail yourself: minimum RYA Day Skipper Practical or ICC plus VHF radio certificate. For Montenegro only, one other person with practical or theory skippers certificate Other options: Skippers available The flotilla provides a chance to visit the Mljet National Park at the west end of the island. The park includes a vast acreage of pine and oak forest, two salt water lakes and a 12th century Benedictine monastery. There are also excellent swimming opportunties.
Korcula Luka is the birthplace of Marco Polo and offers the delights of the old town, built in the 13-15th centuries.
If winds are favourable you may get to visit Lastovo. Otherwise there are several alternatives as you head back past Mljet, including a return to the National Parlk at Pomena, the friendly villge of Okuklje and Saplunara with its impressive beach.
2025 DatesFlotilla May June July August Sept Korcula 7th 14th 21st 28th 23rd 30th 6th 13th 20th 27th Korcula Flotilla Itinerary
Click to view the Korcula flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia South gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination 1: Sat 0 Embark ACI Marina in Dubrovnik. - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
2: Sun 14 Welcome Punch Party at: - Sipanska Luka (Sipan)Sipanska Luka has an up and coming feel to it. Located on Sipan, the largest of the Elafiti or Deer Islands, Sipanska was once popular with the gentry of Dubrovnik and is now enjoying a renaissance. However, charter yachts should come prepared – facilities are still limited. The first thing you will notice on your left as you ...Read more
3: Mon 22 - Polace (Mljet)Polace is the main hub for yachts entering the stunning Mljet National Park on the northern end of Mljet Island. It is a fantastically well sheltered bay (the best on the island) and is utterly charming with is tiny village and heavily treed backdrop. Polace also comes complete with the ruins of an ancient roman palace ...Read more
4: Tue 15 - Korcula Luka (Korcula)The Corfu of Southern Dalmatia, Korcula shares the same name in ancient Greek; Korkyra Melaina. Heavily wooded and lush, the beautiful Island is indeed reminiscent of the Ionian Corfu. Korcula town is a fantastic place so make sure it is on your list of places to visit on your yacht charter. However, don’t expect to be ...Read more
5: Wed 22 - Skrivena Luka (Lastovo)Skrivena Luka or Hidden Port is a magical spot on a wonderful island. With its narrow doglegged entrance, this bay affords total protection for yachts of all sizes from rough seas and provides excellent holding in silty sand. There is also a fantastic small “marina” with one pontoon (Porto Rosso) located on the western side of the ...Read more
6: Thu 23 Free Sailing. Why not try; - Saplunara (Mljet)Saplunara is a pleasant, well sheltered bay on the southwest corner of Mljet Island. Its excellent beach and wooded backdrop makes it popular with charter yachts. Once upon a time this was a bit of a backwater but times are changing here and now there are several restaurants, each with their associated buoy fields. The “village” doesn’t have ...Read more
- Okuklje (Mljet)Okuklje itself is not spectacular, rather, it is small, quiet and friendly. But the number and variety of restaurants make up for the lack of grand mansions and fancy nightlife, making it a great place to chill out on your yacht charter. It reminds me of Turkey – the quays are owned by the restaurants. As soon as ...Read more
7: Fri 23 - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
8: Sat 0 Disembark Average 20 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 runs from Dubrovnik’s ACI marina on the opposite side of town to the airport. It’s about a 30 minute ride. The flotilla operator offers optional transfers.
There are flights from a number of UK airports. These are mainly with the low cost carriers or charter operators, though British Airways fly from Heathrow.
There’s a good selection of yachts from 2 to 5 cabins, of varying ages. Catamarans as well as monohulls are available.
Note that for all charters in Croatia, in addition to a skipper with certificate, soeone on board must hold VHF radio license. For those lacking necessary qualifications to sail yourselves, skippers can be hired.
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- Montenegro flotilla – 1 week
About the Montenegro flotilla
The Montenegro flotilla visits this increasingly popular sailing area. The flotilla starts from Dubrovnik in Croatia so you get to visit two countries.
Quick Choices - Montenegro FlotillaBase:Dubrovnik Difficulty: Intermediate Airport:
Dubr'kFlights from: Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Belfast Qualifications: to sail yourself: minimum RYA Day Skipper Practical or ICC plus VHF radio certificate. For Montenegro only, one other person with practical or theory skippers certificate Other options: Skippers available The Dubrovnik start gives the opportunity to explore this beautiful historic city. There’s also a practical reason – you can fly direct from several UK airports whereas there are as yet no direct flights from the UK to the Montenegrin bases.
The highlight of the week is a visit to Kotor, set in a stunning fjord-like bay. You can explore the old city and walk the medieval city walls high up the hill behind the town.
Herceg Novi doesn’t have such a dramatic setting but has plenty of history. And along the way you have chance to explore some smaller Montenegrin villages.
If you want a longer trip, there’s a two week flotilla option, giving an extra week in Croatia, or you could spend a second week bareboating around Montenegro.
2024 DatesFlotilla May June July August September Montenegro 4th 18th 1st 15th 19th 13th 24th 7th 21st Montenegro Flotilla Itinerary
View the Montenegro flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Montenegro Gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination 1: Sat 0 Check in. - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
2: Sun 14 - Cavtat and Uvala TihaCavtat and Uvala Tiha combine to create a small, laid back tourist village just south of Dubrovnik. It’s a great place to relax and watch the super yachts come and go on the customs quay or treat yourself to an ice-cream while promenading along the wonderful, shady paths that wind around the bays. Twice spared from destruction when war ...Read more
3: Mon 22 - Fort RoseFort Rose lies at the tip of the Lustica peninsula. It stands guard over the entrance to the Bay of Kotor. As the importance of the fortifications declined, the settlement became just a small fishing village. In more recent times, it has become a rather chic tourist destination. In truth there’s little here; a stoney beach, a ...Read more
4: Tue 13 - KotorKotor is a must see on any Montenegro flotilla holiday or yacht charter. Located at the head of a fjord-like bay the scenery is stunning. The town itself is steeped in history and the walls of the old city reach up the mountain side. Kotor dates back to several centuries BC, being originally a Greek settlement. ...Read more
5: Wed 14 - Herceg NoviHerceg Novi is, like most of Montenegro, undergoing something of a tourist boom. It seems to be weathering this better than some of its neighbours. It retains both it’s charm and much evidence of its history. Though Novi means new, this is only relative. The town in fact started life as a fortress in the 14th century. The old ...Read more
6: Thu 36 Return to Tivat to check out of Montenegro then head back to - Cavtat and Uvala TihaCavtat and Uvala Tiha combine to create a small, laid back tourist village just south of Dubrovnik. It’s a great place to relax and watch the super yachts come and go on the customs quay or treat yourself to an ice-cream while promenading along the wonderful, shady paths that wind around the bays. Twice spared from destruction when war ...Read more
7: Fri 14 - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
8: Sat 0 Check out and depart Average 19 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 nearest airport is Dubrovnik, about 30 minutes drive away from the base, on the other side of the city. Optional airport transfers are available from the flotilla operator.
Dubrovnik is well served by flights from London and regional airports. Most are with low cost carriers or charter operators but British Airways fly from Heathrow.
There’s a good selection of yachts of varying ages, from 2 to 5 cabins. Catamarans as well as monohulls are available.
Note that for all charters in Croatia, in addition to a skipper with skippers certificate, someone on board must hold VHF radio license. For those lacking necessary qualifications to sail yourselves, skippers are available for hire.
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- Mljet flotilla – 2 weeks
Mljet Flotilla Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Alternate Saturdays from Dubrovnik
Nearest airport: Dubrovnik
Flights from: Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Southend, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh
Operates: Alternate Saturdays from May to September
2024 DatesFlotilla May June July August September Mljet 2 weeks 11th 25th 8th 22nd 6th 17th 31st 14th Mljet Flotilla Itinerary
View the Mljet flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Dalmatia South gallery and Montenegro gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination 1: Sat 0 Embark ACI Marina in Dubrovnik. - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
2: Sun 14 Welcome Punch Party at: - Slano / NeprobicOnce the site of a beautiful seaside resort, Slano is only now rediscovering itself as a tourist and sailing destination. The grand old buildings may be gone but there is still a certain optimism to the place. There’s plenty of activity with the recent completion of a new ACI marina, which makes it easier for ...Read more
3: Mon 22 - Polace (Mljet)Polace is the main hub for yachts entering the stunning Mljet National Park on the northern end of Mljet Island. It is a fantastically well sheltered bay (the best on the island) and is utterly charming with is tiny village and heavily treed backdrop. Polace also comes complete with the ruins of an ancient roman palace ...Read more
4: Tue 15 - Korcula Luka (Korcula)The Corfu of Southern Dalmatia, Korcula shares the same name in ancient Greek; Korkyra Melaina. Heavily wooded and lush, the beautiful Island is indeed reminiscent of the Ionian Corfu. Korcula town is a fantastic place so make sure it is on your list of places to visit on your yacht charter. However, don’t expect to be ...Read more
5: Wed 22 - Skrivena Luka (Lastovo)Skrivena Luka or Hidden Port is a magical spot on a wonderful island. With its narrow doglegged entrance, this bay affords total protection for yachts of all sizes from rough seas and provides excellent holding in silty sand. There is also a fantastic small “marina” with one pontoon (Porto Rosso) located on the western side of the ...Read more
6: Thu 22 Free Sailing. Why not try; - Racisce (Korcula)Racisce is a quiet and free anchorage, just north west of Lumbarda and south of Vrnik Island, on the eastern end of Korcula Island. This a great place to anchor up during the height of the summer season when other areas can become very busy with charter yachts. There are a couple of restaurants in Racisce, ...Read more
- Mali Lago and Veli Lago (Lastovo)Mali Lago (small bay) and Veli Lago (big bay) are two bays formed by the man-made causeway that bridges the channel cut between Prezba and Lastovo islands. The tiny and pretty village of Pasadur, backed by dense pinewood forest, straddles the two bays. With its handful of restaurants and bars is a wonderfully tranquil place ...Read more
7: Fri 12 Free sail suggestion: I suggest Pomena - Pomena (Mljet)Pomena is a lovely little harbour on the northern end of Mljet Island and lies within the Mljet National Park boundaries. Only a short sail from Korcula, it’s a popular hangout for local boats and charter yachts as well as playing host to a large number of hotel boats, trip boats and tour groups wanting to access the ...Read more
- Okuklje (Mljet)Okuklje itself is not spectacular, rather, it is small, quiet and friendly. But the number and variety of restaurants make up for the lack of grand mansions and fancy nightlife, making it a great place to chill out on your yacht charter. It reminds me of Turkey – the quays are owned by the restaurants. As soon as ...Read more
8: Sat 22 Free sail suggestion: How about - Saplunara (Mljet)Saplunara is a pleasant, well sheltered bay on the southwest corner of Mljet Island. Its excellent beach and wooded backdrop makes it popular with charter yachts. Once upon a time this was a bit of a backwater but times are changing here and now there are several restaurants, each with their associated buoy fields. The “village” doesn’t have ...Read more
- Sudurad (Sipan)Sudurad is one of those places that can be crawling with daytime visitors and then, as soon as the sun goes down, reverts to a sleepy village of a few tiny restaurants and bars. As the peace descends this gem of a place will really grow on you. Perfectly positioned for a quick sail to and ...Read more
2: Sun 24 - Cavtat and Uvala TihaCavtat and Uvala Tiha combine to create a small, laid back tourist village just south of Dubrovnik. It’s a great place to relax and watch the super yachts come and go on the customs quay or treat yourself to an ice-cream while promenading along the wonderful, shady paths that wind around the bays. Twice spared from destruction when war ...Read more
3: Mon 22 - Fort RoseFort Rose lies at the tip of the Lustica peninsula. It stands guard over the entrance to the Bay of Kotor. As the importance of the fortifications declined, the settlement became just a small fishing village. In more recent times, it has become a rather chic tourist destination. In truth there’s little here; a stoney beach, a ...Read more
4: Tue 13 - KotorKotor is a must see on any Montenegro flotilla holiday or yacht charter. Located at the head of a fjord-like bay the scenery is stunning. The town itself is steeped in history and the walls of the old city reach up the mountain side. Kotor dates back to several centuries BC, being originally a Greek settlement. ...Read more
5: Wed 14 - Herceg NoviHerceg Novi is, like most of Montenegro, undergoing something of a tourist boom. It seems to be weathering this better than some of its neighbours. It retains both it’s charm and much evidence of its history. Though Novi means new, this is only relative. The town in fact started life as a fortress in the 14th century. The old ...Read more
6: Thu 36 Return to Tivat to check out of Montenegro then head back to - Cavtat and Uvala TihaCavtat and Uvala Tiha combine to create a small, laid back tourist village just south of Dubrovnik. It’s a great place to relax and watch the super yachts come and go on the customs quay or treat yourself to an ice-cream while promenading along the wonderful, shady paths that wind around the bays. Twice spared from destruction when war ...Read more
7: Fri 14 - DubrovnikDubrovnik is arguably one of the prettiest towns you will visit in Croatia but be warned it is overrun with tourists in July and August at which time the old town can be a very sweaty and aggravating place indeed! Given a choice I would recommend an early or late season flotilla or bareboat charter if this is all you have come ...Read more
8: Sat 0 Check out and depart Average 19 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.
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