14 Day Vis Flotilla

Marina Agana

Get to know your boat and your new flotilla companions at our base at marina Agana, a charming coastal Marina village of ramshackle Mediterranean houses and quaint waterside restaurants. The port’s convenient location gives you the chance to visit the historic and UNESCO protected harbour town of Trogir (just 15 minutes by taxi) and the ruins of Emperor Diocletian’s Palace at Split (40 minutes) before you depart, or simply relax in the Sunsail lounge or on the nearby beach.

The 2 week flotilla was named after the Croatian island Vis, which can be visited during the Friday and Saturday free sailing days. Those days of the week are the best to go and explore this amazing part of Croatia due to a smaller amount of vessels. The Sunsail expert Lead crew is happy to advise on alternative stops other than Vis if necessary.

*We will do our utmost to accommodate all the stops listed below. However, please be aware that routes may change due to weather conditions or availability.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Sunbathing, Bush walks, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Laundry, Ice

Discover Marina Agana

Enjoy a secluded swim
Check out the beaches to the east of the town for a quiet, pre-departure swim.

Drvenik Island

After a complimentary breakfast and first morning briefing, sail out and get your crew accustomed to life on board – your first stop is just a short hop away! Enjoy your day swimming, exploring, and sailing, then meet up with your crew in Drvenik Veli – a tiny village on Drvenik Veli island. You will wrap up your day in one of the smallest towns on this route.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr 10 min (50 mins) Sailing time
• 7 Nautical miles

Mooring

Anchor and stern line to dock

No mooring fee

Things to do

Swimming, Exploring, Sunbathing

Facilities

Restaurant and Bar, Supermarket

Discover Drvenik

Sandy beach
Croatia isn’t well-known for sandy beaches, but our crews know how to find even that – just around the corner as a great day stop and lunch break find a small sandy beach, great to build castles in sand, or for kids to play in.

Blue Lagoon
A very busy bay – the blue lagoon, is just around the corner as well. Check out the cool bar and pristine blue water before joining your crew on the other side of the island.

Zlarin Island

Zlarin is the only village on the small island situated at the mouth of the Krka river. Historically the island is famous for the harvesting and processing of red coral and there is a small museum and beautiful coral jewellery shop dedicated to this tradition. Cars are banned from the island, giving it a special charm and making it the perfect place to relax. There is usually space to moor on the town quay, which offers shelter from most winds, but can get very choppy when a north-westerly is blowing.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr 30 min (90 mins) Sailing time
• 23 Nautical miles

Mooring

Stern to the town quay

Mooring fees not included

Things to do

Swimming, Exploring, Sunbathing

Facilities

Restaurant and Bar, Supermarket, coral museum, electricity and water on the dock, rubbish, recycling

Discover Prvić

Just across the channel is another little island, Prvić, with mooring balls and town quay. The museum found here is worth a visit as it depicts the life from a Croatian inventor, the first person to jump with a parachute, Faust Vrančić.

Žirje Island

Get off the beaten track and head into a wonderful and island-packed archipelago of Šibenik, following the wind and tacking your way to the most remote one – Žirje. On the south side of it the flotilla will make a raft and spend the night in between the rugged bays, ideal for exploring, snorkeling, hiking and star gazing. One little restaurant a bit up the bay will serve beautiful home made cuisine with freshly caught fish and home grown vegetables, and a short hike will take you to an old abandoned fortress.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr (60 mins) Sailing time
• 9 Nautical miles

Mooring

Anchor with stern lines to land in a raft

No mooring fees

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Restaurant

Discover Žirje Island

UNESCO treasure

Croatia has numerous UNESCO protected sites, 2 of which are in the area of Šibenik town – St. Nicholas fortress that acts as a guardian to the town’s channel, and The Šibenik cathedral. The town also has numerous fine restaurants to try some of the best Dalmatian cuisine, and also the first Michelin star restaurant in Croatia – right next to St. Jacob’s cathedral.

Free sailing day - Vis

Your first free sailing is your opportunity to set your own agenda and explore the Adriatic on your own or with a small group of friends. Choose to spend your day by venturing into the Krka National Park, motor up the river into ancient Roman town of Skradin and visit the mesmerising waterfalls, or stay in Šibenik archipelago and continue the easy island-hopping pace, making the most of the day sailing. For those who want to buff up their miles – head into the Kornati islands National Park and practice tacking and jibing between small islands and reefs.

Things to do

Sunbathing, Exploring, Swimming

Regoznica Town

Meet up with your flotilla friends on Thursday in Rogoznica town, on the Croatian mainland. This well-protected town has a compelling legend about a dragon in a lake, a lavender, labyrinth on the top of the hill, and numerous walking, hiking, and cycling paths to traverse, in addition to numerous restaurants and bars.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Rogoznica

Seek out the Dragon’s Eye
If you’re feeling adventurous then take a walk inland to the Dragon’s Eye Lake, a steep-sided saltwater lake and a popular cliff jumping spot.

Suggested lunch spots
Check out one of the rare Croatian sandy beaches on the way to Rogoznica: Vela Rina on Drvenik Mali island.

Free sailing day 2 and 3

On these 2 days all of the one-week flotilla guests will head back to the base, but for our Vis Flotilla sailors the best part of the holiday is just starting. The weekend is the best time to visit this mesmerizing island and we suggest spending both of your free sailing days around its shores. The lead crew are more than happy to point out the best spots depending on the preferences of each crew, and take care of all the necessary bookings and reservations in time.

There are plenty of things to do and see, simply sailing 30 miles to the island across open water is a delight. Once there, choose between wreck diving, wine tasting, sampling legendary meals like traditional peka, or lobster specialties, or scootering across the island with amazing views, visiting the blue or green cave, sunbathing on sandy beaches, or doing the island military tour.

On Sunday meet up with your lead crew again in the next destination along the Adriatic coastline.

Maslinica, Šolta

A small village on the quiet island of Šolta, Maslinica is a popular destination for sailors and holidaymakers. The bay is dominated by a beautiful old castle (now a luxury hotel), and the town quay has recently been renovated into a modern and well-equipped small marina. Known for boasting some of the clearest water in the Adriatic, there are a number of secluded rocky beaches along the pine-clad coastline.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr 30 min (90 mins) Sailing time
• 11 Nautical miles

Mooring

Stern to with lazy lines in Marina Martinis Marchi.

Mooring fees not included. View pricelist

Things to do

Exploring, Sunbathing, Swimming

Facilities

Water & Electricity on the docks, Restaurants & Bars, Toilets and Showers, Rubbish, Recycling, ATM, Supermarket

Discover Solta

Enjoy the sunset from hilltop restaurant “Šampier” or visit the restaurant in the medieval castle whilst sampling local Dalmatian cuisine and wines.

Milna, Brač

Let the wind fill your sails and guide you past the headland into the Adriatic. You and your flotilla companions are heading for Brač, where you’ll find small town of Milna. Milna’s network of ancient streets hides a number of excellent shops and restaurants, sure to keep your attention until it’s time to move on. Swimming in the bay near the quiet Marina Vlaska is a refreshing way to spend a hot Croatian afternoon.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr 30 min (90 mins) Sailing time
• 13 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Stern to with lazy lines in Vlaška Marina.

Mooring fees not included View pricelist.

Things to do

Boat excursion, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Gift Shop, ATM

On the way to Jelsa

The “Zlatni Rat” beach

On the way to Hvar Island you will pass by one of the nicest beaches on the Dalmatian coast. Translated “Golden Horn”, the beach is not sandy but made of the tiniest pebbles. It also moves; the currents and winds make this place unique each day. Anchoring is possible, but it may take two tries. There are also mooring buoys and a town quay. Make sure to calculate in the wind that is always present, which is also the reason why there is a great windsurfing centre on the beach. Hikers will also get a fair share of joy – Vidova gora, the highest peak of all Dalmatian islands, rewards a 2-hour hike with a once-in-a-lifetime view.

Suggested lunch spots

The small cove of Smrka features a huge entrance to an abandoned submarine shelter. Use your lunchtime break to anchor for lunch, then explore the tunnel or take a kayak around the cove.

Jelsa, Hvar

Leave Milna and sail south, manoeuvring between the islands of Šolta and Brač and heading southeast until you reach the island of Hvar. Cruise along Hvar’s beautiful coastline studded with rolling hills and lush forests until you reach Jelsa, nestled between mountains and tucked in a lovely bay. Fall in love with Jelsa’s old world charm and explore the picturesque waterfront. Jelsa is known for its food, so find a konoba (restaurant) and sample the delicious fresh seafood and local Hvar wines.

The day’s sailing

• 2 Hr 20 mins (140 mins) Sailing time
• 19 Nautical miles

Mooring

Stern to with lazy lines on a town quay

Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Walk, Sunbathing, Swimming, Exploring, Bike Excursions, Island Excursions

Facilities

Water & Electricity on the docks, Restaurants & Bars, Toilets and Showers, Rubbish, ATM, Supermarket, Taxi, Bike hire, Souvenir Shops

Discover Jelsa

The “Zlatni Rat” beach

On the way to Hvar island, you will pass by one of the nicest beaches on the Dalmatian coast. Translated “Golden Horn”, the beach is not sandy, but made of tiniest pebbles. It also moves – the currents and winds make this place unique each day. Anchoring immediately next to the beach is forbidden, but there is a large town quay. Make sure to calculate in the wind that is always present – which is also the reason why there is a great windsurfing centre on the beach. Hikers will also get a fair share of joy – Vidova gora, the highest peak of all Dalmatian islands, rewards a 2-hour hike with a once-in-a-lifetime view.

Suggested lunch spots

The small cove of Smrka features a huge entrance to an abandoned submarine shelter. Use your lunchtime break to anchor for lunch, then explore the tunnel or take a kayak around the cove.

Free Sailing Day 4 - Vis

The free sailing day is your chance to explore and see any sights you were longing to visit that aren’t on the flotilla itinerary. Set sail and head to widely-known Hvar town, overnighting in a busy marina, or pick up a buoy in the southern Vinogradišće bay, soaking in the numerous beach clubs. If you want to sail further afield, you and your crew can also choose to head to the island of Vis. It is a great place to explore and a chance to rack up a few blue water miles along the way.

Mooring

Your crew will suggest choosing an overnight option as early as possible so they can help with bookings.

Things to do

Sunbathing, Swimming, Exploring

Šesula, Šolta

A sheltered bay on the Western side of Šolta island, it is a perfect overnight stop for any charter sailing vessel. The Flotilla will regroup here in a raft, using free of charge mooring buoys from a restaurant, where you will try delicious food.

Mooring

We suggest the restaurant mooring buoys, included in your dinner price

Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Walk, Sunbathing, Swimming, Exploring

Facilities

Restaurants, Rubbish

Discover Šolta island

Suggested lunch spots

Hidden amongst steep cliffs of southern Šolta, the entrance to Tatinja bay is marked by a lone rock in the middle of the bay. To the right hand side inlet are a couple of mooring buoys, belonging to a well hidden restaurant, serving only self-grown and self-caught food from open fire, in a relaxed and family atmosphere. A great choice if you don’t want to cook yourself.

Šesula, Šolta to Marina Agana

Sail into the Adriatic once more, putting the island of Šolta behind you as you return to marina Agana. Remember all the fun moments at the prize giving party in the base in the evening. On Saturday, take the time to explore Split further, chilling out on the popular promenade or searching the local markets for a few Croatian keepsakes. Make the most of your final day and soak up as much of the atmosphere as you can.

The day’s sailing

• 1 Hr 30 min (90 mins) Sailing time
• 11 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Sunsail base: boats are tied stern to with lazy line, or side to on a dock hammerhead in Marina Agana.

Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Sunbathing, Exploring, Walk

Facilities

Water & Electricity on the docks, Restaurants & Bars, Toilets and Showers, Rubbish and Recycling, ATM, Supermarket