In Croatia, the nautical infrastructure in regard to docking sailboats includes a few types of nautical ports. One option is to stay at a marina, of which are 72 along the coast. Another option is docking at one of the 17,000 berths in the many nautical ports along the coast, most of which are located in the center of town. The last option is to catch a mooring buoy or drop anchor and stay in the heart of one of the many beautiful lagoons to be found on Croatia’s islands.
In addition to those options, you also have a choice of private ports and sailing clubs. Similarly, many restaurants on the islands have their own docks which are usually free when you eat in the restaurant.
Nautical cruising season starts in the middle of April and ends in early October. The high season starts in the middle of June and lasts till the middle of August. During that season, prices at the marinas increase, and they depend on the size of the boat as well as the location.
A sailboat berth costs 5€-14€ per meter per day, depending on the type of docking, location, and period of the year.
One exception you need to bear in mind is that when chartering a catamaran, you are going to pay double. This is because catamarans take up two spots.
All marinas offer water, electricity, and toilets. Nowadays, they offer a wide variety of services and facilities, such as restaurants, supply shops, yachting equipment stores, showers, and laundry services.
Another tip would be to make a reservation in advance or come your desired dock earlier. This applies especially during the high season in summer as well as when the forecast calls for bad weather. There is always the option of taking along a professional skipper who knows the area very well. The skipper will provide you with all necessary information about weather, sailing routes, and interesting places, including many hidden local secrets that you would have no way of knowing about coming from another country.