Zadar Itineraries: Day Charters and Multi‑Day Routes

Zadar’s cruising ground stretches from the nearby islands of Ugljan and Pašman to the extraordinary Kornati National Park and the dramatic landscapes of Telašćica and Dugi Otok. The 3‑day and 4‑day itineraries below cover different ground and can be combined into a 7‑day voyage without repeating a single anchorage. Every route is fully customisable.

Day Charter Routes from Zadar

Zadar to Ugljan and Pašman: The Island‑Hopping Warm‑Up

Cruise 3 nautical miles east to Ugljan (15 minutes) and anchor in a quiet bay on the island’s western coast. Snorkel along the rocky shoreline, then cruise south through the channel to Pašman (7 nautical miles from Zadar). Anchor at Kraj or Tkon for a swim and a chef‑prepared lunch on the aft deck. Return to Zadar via the Pašman Channel in the late afternoon. Duration: 6–8 hours.

Zadar to Sakarun Beach (Dugi Otok): The White‑Sand Escape

Cruise north‑west to Dugi Otok (roughly 15 nautical miles, 45 minutes to an hour). Anchor in Sakarun’s shallow, pine‑fringed bay and spend the morning on 300 metres of white sand in turquoise water. Lunch on board, then cruise south along Dugi Otok’s coast to the dramatic Telašćica Nature Park for an afternoon swim in the salt lake Mir and a hike to the clifftop viewpoint. Return to Zadar by evening. Duration: 8–10 hours.

Zadar to the Kornati Edge: A Taste of the Archipelago

Cruise south to the northern edge of the Kornati (roughly 15 nautical miles, 45 minutes). Anchor in one of the outer‑island bays for a morning snorkel over rocky reef in crystalline water. Tender ashore to a seasonal konoba for a grilled‑fish lunch, then explore one or two more anchorages before heading back to Zadar. This route gives a taste of the Kornati for guests with limited time. Duration: 8–10 hours.

3‑Day Zadar Yacht Charter Itinerary: Kornati National Park

Day 1: Zadar to Dugi Otok and Telašćica

Board your yacht at D‑Marin Dalmacija (Sukošan) or Marina Zadar by mid‑morning. Cruise north‑west to Dugi Otok (15 nautical miles, 45 minutes). Anchor at Sakarun beach for a morning of swimming and paddleboarding on white sand. After a chef‑prepared lunch, cruise south along the island’s coast to Telašćica Nature Park. Anchor in the sheltered bay, hike to the clifftop viewpoint (161 metres above the sea), then walk down to the salt lake Mir for a warm, salty swim. Dinner on the aft deck as the sun sets over the Kornati silhouette to the south.

Day 2: Telašćica to the Heart of the Kornati

Cruise south into the Kornati National Park (the park boundary adjoins Telašćica). Spend the day exploring the labyrinth of 89 islands: anchor in Lavsa bay for a morning snorkel over rocky reef, visit the park’s vertical sea cliffs on Klobučar (82 metres), and tender ashore for a konoba lunch on the island of Kornat – grilled lamb, fresh fish and a carafe of local wine. In the afternoon, your captain finds a secluded anchorage between two uninhabited islands for swimming, watersports and a sundowner on the flybridge. Overnight in the Kornati – the silence and the star‑filled sky are unforgettable.

Day 3: Kornati to Žut and Return to Zadar

Cruise to Žut, the second‑largest island in the Kornati archipelago, where ACI Marina Žut offers mooring in a sheltered bay. Explore the island’s quiet trails and swim in the clear waters. After a farewell lunch – your chef serves a Dalmatian feast of octopus peka, grilled prawns and Pag cheese – cruise north‑east back to Zadar (roughly 20 nautical miles), arriving by late afternoon with time for a final sunset at the Sea Organ.

4‑Day Zadar Yacht Charter Itinerary: Outer Islands and Kornati Deep Dive

Day 1: Zadar to Pašman and Iž

Board at Zadar by mid‑morning and cruise south‑east to Pašman (7 nautical miles, 25 minutes). Explore the quiet fishing villages and sheltered bays on the island’s southern coast. After lunch on the aft deck, continue south to the island of Iž (15 nautical miles from Zadar) – a peaceful stepping stone to the Kornati with a small harbour, clear swimming coves and an unhurried local atmosphere. Anchor overnight at Iž.

Day 2: Iž to the Southern Kornati

Cruise south into the Kornati National Park. Today’s focus is the southern section: anchor at Opat bay for a morning swim, explore the dramatic cliffline on the outer islands, and tender ashore for a konoba lunch on one of the inhabited islets. In the afternoon, navigate the narrow channels between the innermost islands – some barely 50 metres wide, with sheer walls of white stone dropping into deep‑blue water. Anchor overnight in one of the park’s most secluded bays.

Day 3: Kornati to Telašćica and Dugi Otok

Cruise north out of the Kornati into Telašćica Nature Park. Spend the morning at the salt lake Mir and the clifftop viewpoints, then cruise north along Dugi Otok to Sakarun beach for an afternoon of white‑sand swimming. Anchor overnight in the sheltered bay at Sali (Dugi Otok’s largest town) or at Sakarun itself. Dinner on the aft deck: your chef serves crni rižot, grilled brancin and a cherry dessert with a splash of maraschino.

Day 4: Dugi Otok to Ugljan and Return to Zadar

Cruise south‑east from Dugi Otok to Ugljan (roughly 12 nautical miles). Anchor in a quiet bay on Ugljan’s western coast for a morning snorkel and swim. Continue to the small island of Ošljak (barely 500 metres wide) for a final swim in its sheltered cove. Your chef prepares a farewell lunch – Dalmatian octopus salad, fresh bread, olive oil and Pag cheese – as the yacht cruises the final 3 nautical miles back to Zadar, arriving by mid‑afternoon.

Guests looking for a longer voyage can combine the 3‑day Kornati route with the 4‑day outer‑islands route for a 7‑day Zadar charter that covers the full breadth of northern Dalmatia’s cruising ground – without repeating a single anchorage.

5‑Day Zadar Yacht Charter Itinerary: The Grand Kornati Circuit

Day 1: Zadar to Ugljan and Pašman

Board at Zadar by mid‑morning and cruise to Ugljan (3 nautical miles) for a gentle warm‑up day. Explore the olive groves and quiet bays, then cross to Pašman in the afternoon. Anchor at Kraj for an evening swim and dinner on the aft deck.

Day 2: Pašman to Dugi Otok and Sakarun

Cruise west to Dugi Otok (roughly 12 nautical miles). Spend the day at Sakarun beach – white sand, shallow turquoise water and pine shade. In the afternoon, cruise south to explore Dugi Otok’s quieter western bays. Anchor overnight in a sheltered cove.

Day 3: Telašćica Nature Park

Cruise south along Dugi Otok to Telašćica. Anchor in the bay, hike to the clifftop viewpoints (161 metres), swim in the salt lake Mir and explore the 25 small beaches within the park. Overnight in Telašćica bay.

Day 4: Kornati National Park

Enter the Kornati and spend the full day exploring. Snorkel at Lavsa, lunch at a konoba on Kornat, admire the sea cliffs on Klobučar and find a secluded evening anchorage. This is the most remote and magical day of the itinerary.

Day 5: Žut, Iž and Return to Zadar

Cruise to Žut (ACI Marina) for a final Kornati morning, then head north via Iž to Zadar. Your chef serves a farewell Dalmatian feast on the aft deck as the yacht arrives back in Zadar in time for a last sunset at the Sea Organ. The 5‑day route covers Zadar’s entire cruising ground and can be extended to 8 days by combining it with the 3‑day Kornati itinerary in reverse.