Lovely almost new boat but old classical style. Wonderful cruise director, Anita, who went out of her way to ensure everything was as perfect as it could be - spot-on recommendations for restaurants and activities, and incredibly warm and friendly. The unmatched crystal clear water of the Croatian islands.
- Stephen, 06/07/2025 07:03, Travelled in a Couple
Marin was not only an incredible guide but also an incredible person!!! He was intelligent, kind and honest to all of us!! We all loved him and he made our trip feel safe, fun and very organised. The crew were also amazing!! Especially Matej and Ivan. The balance between chill time, excursions and partying was perfect and I can’t recommend it enough.
- Charlotte, 04/07/2025 12:50, Travelled in a Couple
Still not over how incredible this week was! Sailing Croatia was beyond beautiful, but it was Marine who truly made it next level. He wasn’t just our host he was our hype man, our party starter, our go-to for everything. Marine, you are seriously one of a kind and we LOVE you. You made everyone feel included and brought so much good energy from day one. I can’t thank you enough. And IVAN!! The biggest legend. So kind, so helpful, always up for a laugh. You made every moment easier, better, and way more fun. If you’re thinking of doing this trip, stop thinking and book it. And PRAY you get Marine as your host. Love you all forever. THANK YOU 🥹💖
- Emily, 04/07/2025 10:57, Travelled in a Couple
We had a truly unforgettable experience with Sail Croatia on Katarina! This family-owned, new boat is so well run, with thoughtfully designed rooms and efficient daily cleaning. Everything on the boat was so great and well organized that we could fully enjoy the uniqueness of each island we visited. The beautifully planned itinerary balanced daily swims at stunning beaches with island visits and activities, offering great variety and a perfect mix of relaxation and exploration. The buffet breakfast and amazing lunches were a highlight, with fresh, delicious food fueling our adventures. The warm onboard atmosphere made it easy to connect with fellow travelers and form new friendships. A special mention to Mia, our exceptional event planner, whose knowledge of each island felt authentic and whose clear daily presentations and restaurant recommendations made everything smoother. We highly recommend Sail Croatia on Katarina for a joyful, enriching sailing experience.
- Margaret, 04/07/2025 10:06, Travelled in a Couple
Marin and the crew aboard the Eden boat made sure we were well looked after and informed of every activity, outing and event! We were provided insight into tourist hotspots, great photo locations and ways to maximise our time in Croatia!
- Alex , 04/07/2025 10:03, Travelled in a Couple
To begin, I was astonished by the beauty of Croatia, from all my time around the Mediterranean, Croatia has been by far the most pretty, and I’ve never been so sure of a country I want to revisit. On top of this, the time that I had was nothing short of perfect!! And I can only thank Marin and the other sailors for this! Marin gave us something invaluable as a tour guide: bitter honesty. He told us blatantly when something wasn’t worth doing, using his experience to ensure we as travellers had the best possible time. He even organised to change the itinerary, swapping for an extra night in Makarska so we could enjoy the grand re opening of Deep, after its 2 year closure. Furthermore, I found the eden to become a second home to me. If anything, I highly recommend choosing the premiere boat… I think it’s the perfect balance of comfort and fun loving teenagers, and most certainly worth the price. This experience is like no other. Thanks Marin, Matej, Ivan, for unforgettable memories!!
- Jake, 04/07/2025 07:02, Travelled in a Couple
Everything ran so smoothly, thanks to Anita our guide who attended to every little thing we needed and more!
- Debbie, 04/07/2025 01:59, Travelled in a Couple
Everything was amazing about the sail and hike, the food, the service, the country. Especially impressive were the crew of the boat! Well done!!
- William, 03/07/2025 16:37, Travelled in a Couple
Had a great experience with a great crew!
- Alicia, 03/07/2025 12:24, Travelled in a Couple
Amazing crew, and an amazing tour guide (Nora) who was knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful views, great optional excursions available, and food on board was great. The water is clear and there are swims stops every day. We met so many lovely people and had the best week!
- Brittany, 03/07/2025 08:40, Travelled in a Couple
Just back from a fabulous week aboard Queen Jelena on the Elegance cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. Our ship was immaculate and our experienced captain chose idyllic places for us to swim every day, and quaint towns and villages to visit. The crew were all excellent particularly Pamela and Ema who were super attentive. Our tour representative Anita was exceptional, keeping us up-to-date throughout, making dining suggestions, and brought together our fellow guests so that we were all a big family by the end of our cruise. One of the most scenic, friendly and relaxing holidays we've had, highly recommended 👍
- Gordon , 02/07/2025 12:46, Travelled in a Couple
The ship was superb, the tour guide Anita who was fantastic (great personality, good communicater and provided lots of useful tips for each stop) the crew, the food was first class and of course our fellow travellers. 18 of us on board (UK, USA and Australia) which meant you got to know everybody even though we were only together for 7 days. Highly recommend this cruise, thank you to all onboard for an unforgettable week. Till the next time 🏴🇭🇷❤️
- Neil, 02/07/2025 12:21, Travelled in a Couple
Just completed a week on the Katarina with Sail Croatia, and cant sing its praises enough! From the beautiful boat, down to the amazing crew, not to mention the beautiful Croatian islands we visited. Everything was perfect, and we met some amazing people too! If you were thinking about doing this, but wasn't sure what to expect! take the plunge! literally into the Adriatic sea in the morning swims! you will literally! have the time of your life!
- Tina, 02/07/2025 11:32, Travelled in a Couple
Loved our trip from start to finish. The crew were amazing and made the trip so memorable. I understand why our daughter has done this cruise twice!
- Michelle , 02/07/2025 07:07, Travelled in a Couple
We just finished the Split/Return Hiking Tour. We were thrilled with the vacation. The Tour Leaders were personable and knowledgeable; the Cooks prepared Amazing food (and paid very close attention to my food allergies); and the Crew of the boat took very good care of us. The water was mostly very calm which was wonderful for swimming off the boat and on the beaches. This was my first time on a boat cruise, so I wasn't prepared for the smell of the bathrooms, but apparently this is normal. The weather was too hot for me to participate in most of the hikes, unfortunately, but I enjoyed swimming and sight-seeing in the towns while others were hiking. We went with a group of friends, AND enjoyed new friendships with the others on the boat. A very happy 7 days!
- Anonymous, 01/07/2025 18:25, Travelled in a Couple
First off, Croatia is amazing! Pristine waters, beautiful architecture, and fantastic weather. Next, the Sail Croatia experience was fantastic! Truly one of the best vacations we've ever had was on the Katerina boat. It's beautiful, immaculately clean ( and I am not exaggerating one bit), 5-star meals, nice sized rooms, and so much fun! The staff are the best, always present to make your trip perfect. We made new friends from around the world, swimming every morning, gourmet lunches, then exploring the next island stop. It is the perfect holiday!
- Heather, 01/07/2025 16:03, Travelled in a Couple
From the intimate feel of a small cruise ship and new friends made, to the very fun and friendly staff, to the incredible views and historical locations we visited, and the delicious cuisine that could be found everywhere - there was no trip I have ever had that compares. Lola was friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, and honest about the locations and excursions, Captain Josif, Cezar, Kristina, Marco, and the rest of the Almissa staff were simply remarkable and deserve recognition for their customer service!
- Joe, 01/07/2025 13:54, Travelled in a Couple
Great Boat (Slave Di Mare), Great Crew (thanks to Arian, Frane, Vlaho, Duje, Tina, Mario & Monica), Brilliant Cruise Director (thanks Klara), beautiful scenery, delicious food, comfortable cabin & endless swim stops in gorgeous turquoise bays. Thoroughly recommend
- Bernie, 01/07/2025 13:54, Travelled in a Couple
This was one of our best experiences in cruising. what made it great, the beautiful croatian islands, the swim stops en route,, our fellow travelers to which by cruise end felt more like family. and the opportunity to explore in each stop, without time limits to be back on boat. Being in a port each stop overnight is such a plus. Our cruise director, Anita, was a joy, a blessing to have and she made the experience 10 plus stars. The Jelena crew was outstanding and the ships accommodations were great as was the food. Do it, you won’t regret
- Marshall, 01/07/2025 09:05, Travelled in a Couple
Ship, staff, guests, guide
- Yvonne, 01/07/2025 08:09, Travelled in a Couple
We were on the Salve di Marei in June, We had an absolute blast with Klara and the entire crew! Communication was great, the excursions were a bunch of fun. The boat was spotless and so relaxing. Would highly recommend.
- Marilyn Brady, 30/06/2025 23:47, Travelled in a Couple
- Mary, 30/06/2025 18:37, Travelled in a Couple
This cruise was the highlight of our 7 week Europe trip, we wouldn’t change a thing. The crew was amazing all so friendly and welcoming, food each day was faultless from the 2 amazing chefs. We made some Great friends from all around the world on this cruise ranging from 18-75. A massive shout out to our guide Dino, this guy made the trip. From our first meeting it felt like I had known him for years, his story’s, his organisation, direction and knowledge all was more than amazing and made life on the boat so easy knowing he will sort everything out for you, if you wanted a day experience he would book it arrange pick up and drop off from the boat, if you wanted tea Dino would organise that too. This guy was made for the job and couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Would highly recommend this cruise and company and can’t wait to do it again.
- Mathew , 30/06/2025 16:55, Travelled in a Couple
I enjoyed my trip with Sail Croatia so very much!!! Everything exceeded my expectations - the ship, the staff/crew, the food, the cabins, the itinerary... We were sad to leave, a week was not enough! We traveled as a couple, and another couple (friends) also joined us. Despite that, we met lots of lovely people and made so many fun memories with others on our ship🥰. Lola was our tour manager and she was very helpful, and most of all really looked our for our best interests. It was a perfect blend of adventure, swimming & relaxation. We were very impressed with the staff who went over & above to make sure we had the best possible holiday. The food was excellent too, I was not expecting quality so high 👌. Cycling in Croatia was such a joy that we are already looking at a cycling holiday next. Bravo to everyone 👏👏👏 🫶 💖 🙌
- Xaine, 30/06/2025 15:20, Travelled in a Couple
I was nervous coming onto the boat not knowing what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised and I couldn’t have been happier with my experience. From the crew and Dino being so helpful and fun to the other passengers just making our week complete! We had the best time. Thank you again!
- Ashlee, 30/06/2025 13:54, Travelled in a Couple
The staff, everyone was fabulously friendly and hardworking. Special mention to Klara, tour leader- she was amazing - knowledgeable, funny, kind and meticulous in planning and organization. Passionate about her role, but became like a friend to everyone. You have a jewel in her. .
- Mary-anne, 30/06/2025 13:37, Travelled in a Couple
Had the best week away with Sail Croatia in May/June. Our guide, Johnny (Ivica) was an absolute legend with great activity recommendations and unreal vibes. The crew on the Kapetan Jure were also amazing, can't thank them enough for the hospitality they showed us and fun they brought to our group.
- Josh, 29/06/2025 05:35, Travelled in a Couple
We are so pleased we chose Sail-Croatia and the Almissa. Captain Joseph is an excellent seaman, and his sailors are first-rate. Our guide, Klara, was hilarious and made sure there were no problems, only solutions. The ship staff made sure we never went hungry or thirsty. We especially loved the daily swims in secluded spots, We will be back!
- Mary, 28/06/2025 16:19, Travelled in a Couple
We were on board Adonis and had one of the best weeks of our lives. Our Boat Rep, Lauren, was very welcoming and made us feel comfortable straight away. The Breakfast and Lunch onboard exceeded my expectations and was amazing. Marin the bartender had a great energy and always kept the vibes high. I have made loads of new friends after this week and there is not a single thing I would’ve changed about this week. 100% would recommend Sail Croatia especially onboard Adonis.
- Joel, 28/06/2025 16:08, Travelled in a Couple
Wow wow wow! From the moment we were welcomed on board we were made to feel special by Vikco and the crew. Great cabins that had everything we needed; the breakfasts and lunches were fabulous! So many well-chosen beautiful islands we visited with opportunities to do some of the activities offered. On the relaxing days it was lovely to sit and relax on the most beautiful ship and go out later when we docked and enjoyed some lovely dinners at restaurants that had been recommended to us. We will have these beautiful memories forever and met some wonderful people it was one of the best trips we have been on. Everyone got on so well It was such fun and for us we travelled with our special friends who live in the UK and we are in Aus so a great catch up for us. Thank you and we hope to sail with you again!
- Sharon, 27/06/2025 06:33, Travelled in a Couple
Our sail/cycle cruise with Sail Croatia was the highlight of our trip. From great company, good food and a wonderful itinerary and marvelous crew our expectations were exceeded.
- ralph, 26/06/2025 14:56, Travelled in a Couple
Ivan and Lucy were phenomenal guides. They took us to beautiful out of the way places. They took time to research ahead of time the most authentic Croatian experiences. We got to meet local people and experience their way of life. All while experiencing incredible scenery on off the beaten track roads. They were encouraging and nurturing. Felt very safe and supported on the bike rides. Lucy was very knowledgeable about the history of Croatia and her stories were very educational. Getting back to the boat was always a treat because Andre knew what we wanted to drink, and the meals were delicious. The ports were small and cozy feeling. Swimming off the boat was spectacular, the water was so clear and brilliant. The other passengers were equally delightful and interesting. We couldn't be more pleased.
- Joanne, 26/06/2025 13:32, Travelled in a Couple
Sail Croatia was the best week of my life!! I met so many new friends and partied A LOT, which I loved! The crew was AMAZING so friendly and their service was great! The food was insane, we had such a great cook. Saw so many beautiful places, swam in crystal clear water and tanned in the hot sun! I would highly recommend Sail Croatia and I would love to do it again!
- Stephanie, 26/06/2025 08:11, Travelled in a Couple
This trip was the best holiday I've had in decades. The ship, the crew, the food (OMG, the food!) - and my fellow passengers all made for an incredible time onboard the Queen Jelena!
- Rick, 26/06/2025 06:44, Travelled in a Couple
Our recent 7-day hiking cruise with tour leaders Mate and Ilona was fantastic. They were absolutely the best--so knowledgeable and friendly, and they knew how to set a crowd-pleasing pace for activities. Ilona offered to make dinner reservations at almost every port of call--so helpful. The ship was comfortable and well-maintained, and the crew were responsive and professional. The food was plentiful and tasty. We were with a large group of friends, and I think everyone in our group had a great time. My husband and I were able to complete all the hikes. Not everyone was able to. I think some guests would have benefited from having more info about the hikes when considering whether to book the trip--not just length of hike and elevation gain, but a bit about the technical aspects: e.g., gravel/scree, occasional boulder-scrambling, etc. Mate provided these descriptions the day of the hike, but having the info earlier might have been helpful. Overall, though, 5-stars all the way!
- Kelley, 25/06/2025 21:23, Travelled in a Couple
The Olimp is a beautiful, well equipped cruise ship. The ship and rooms were extremely clean. Our above-deck bedroom was equipped with a large, comfortable double bed and en-suite shower room. The saloon, where we had our meals, was roomy and air-conditioned. Further seating was available outside the saloon. There was a hot tub on the top deck along with ample areas to lounge. A big plus was the swimming platform at the rear of the ship which made entering and leaving the water on our daily swim stops much easier. The food and service from the crew on board was excellent. In particular on the Captain’s dinner evening. We enjoyed our visits to all the islands on our route (Split-South-Split) and the informative walking tours.
- Kevin, 25/06/2025 21:16, Travelled in a Couple
Everything was great. Borna was very knowledgeable and also found a solution to arising issues. These issues such as weather conditions probably made the trip better as saw places others will never see. Also special thanks to Nikola behind the bar, he has great people skills and also had a smile on his face. My wife and I had great time on and off the boat.
- Adrian, 25/06/2025 16:36, Travelled in a Couple
We had an epic week on board the navigator ensuite cruise. Our tour guide was so friendly and helpful to all the guests, he had lots of knowledge of Croatia and could help us with any questions we had. We went swimming everyday, did so many activities in each destination (my favourite was the canyoning). Unfortunately, due to weather conditions we missed one of the destinations I was excited for but that’s okay!! We still had the best time and were lucky to visit a different destination instead.
- Victoria, 25/06/2025 12:28, Travelled in a Couple
Myself and my partner really enjoyed the sail experience in a whole, spending the week on a boat swimming in different locations and exploring new towns one port at a time. Borna (our sail host) was friendly and funny, he had a lot of information about our destinations and where to explore. I would say however, it was a little disappointing that we didn’t get to port in Hvar and missed out on Mljet due to unfortunate circumstances.
- Shaun, 25/06/2025 12:27, Travelled in a Couple
We were very lucky to have the best cruise director Ioana who provided a fantastic experience for all Guests onboard the ship of approximately 17 guests. My highlights included the Blue Cave experience, Captains Dinner ( my terrible dancing) plus very interesting walking tours including Dubrovnik, Korcula and Split. Also Everyone including the Captain, crew and staff were always very accommodating with any extra requests during the cruise. A truly memorable experience with genuine friendships gained from other cruise guests which made it like being with family. Thanks Sail Croatia for my bucket list trip of Croatia. Stephen & Jann D Perth Australia
- Stephen , 25/06/2025 07:48, Travelled in a Couple
We did the 7 night Elegance cruise from Split to Dubrovnik at the beginning of June. We loved every minute of this experience. The cabins were excellent, very comfy! The food on board was fantastic - especially the lunches! We had 3 courses everyday, but they were the perfect lunch size and so delicious. We had the most wonderful Cruise Director, Anita - she was always so helpful and very personable to all the guests. We loved her briefings of all the stops, we gained so much information. All the other staff on board were very friendly and helpful - we felt very spoilt all week. The Swim stops were just so beautiful - clear blue water and plenty of time to enjoy a fun swim. Each of the Island stops we did were excellent - you could do as much or as little at each stop. Restaurants were easy to find and always delicious. I can hardly wait to have the opportunity to do another cruise in the future.
- Karen, 25/06/2025 06:30, Travelled in a Couple
Our 7 day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split visited some amazing Islands and old towns, each with their own unique experiences. Our cruise director Dino was a fantastic host and organised all our of activities. Nothing was too difficult and he was a great energy to have around throughout the trip. Tempera was an excellent boat to travel on with great accommodation, consistently good meals and fantastic staff who made us feel right at home. We would recommend Tempera and Sail Croatia to anyone considering a Croatian cruise holiday.
- Scott, 24/06/2025 22:45, Travelled in a Couple
The entire crew for our Sail Croatia trip had endless energy and created more than a trip-they built a Sail Croatia Family. The bike rides were tailored to the group. The swim stops along the way were amazing! The entire crew had fun personalities and went out of their way to make sure everyone's needs were met. The meals were magnificent. Best trip ever!
- Kim, 24/06/2025 18:24, Travelled in a Couple
We loved the itinerary, the comfort of the boat, the amazing professionalism and friendliness of the staff and crew. We had active days and more relaxing days with swim stops. The tour guides were very informative and interesting. Our cruise director was perfect! Charming and also very intuitive of the passengers’ needs. We had so much fun!
- Anonymous, 24/06/2025 17:41, Travelled in a Couple
We heard from two unrelated friends about Sail Croatia and it definitely met my expectations. Our guides, Miranda and Martin were amazing. They were organized, kind, and great communicators. The food was amazing and the cycling spectacular. We made new friends and had plenty of time to relax, swim in the perfectly clear Adriatic Sea, play games, tour the cities, and create amazing memories. I want to do it again as soon as possible.
- Rob, 24/06/2025 17:35, Travelled in a Couple
Destination’s, crew, room, ship, guide, swims all great. Well organised at all times but still unhurried and pleasurable. Recommend
- Ivan, 24/06/2025 14:04, Travelled in a Couple
This trip was absolutely outstanding and I would recommend this to everybody. . The team from Sail Croatia our guides (Ivica & Mario) did an outstanding job looking after the 29 people on the boat & riding. Everyone one on this trip got on really well. The boat Emanuel whilst built in the mid 50's was in outstanding condition and their crew looked after the boat like it was brand new. The riding pace was generally easy with an e/bike and we covered more km's than advertised which was great.. Ivica & Mario stoped and gave great information several times during each ride. Would love to do another Sail Croatia bike trip.
- Anonymous, 24/06/2025 12:16, Travelled in a Couple
All crew & tour leaders very friendly, helpful & caring. Tour guides were knowledgeable, Miranda & Martin spoke good English. Food & catering excellent. Cabins & Boat in immaculate condition & clean.
- Kareline, 24/06/2025 12:07, Travelled in a Couple
To unpack your suitcase once while experiencing a new island everyday is a highlight! The Crew were very friendly & helpful, our Tour Guide was super helpful & flexible. When we asked Ana to organise a traditional Croatia Peka dinner on our last night in Dubrovnik, it was no trouble to her at all... and the experiencing was the best! Other passengers were wonderful & fun to spend time with. We have been recommending this cruise to our friends & families.
- Alli, 24/06/2025 10:37, Travelled in a Couple
We had an amazing group of fellow passengers that actually clicked from day one and got along brilliantly. Our Tour Manager Ioana was amazing and fun and knowledgeable. The Chefs were amazing Peter & Janni - I do not know how they produce such 5 star quality food in such a small place. Pamela and Ena were brilliant at serving our drinks and food and anything else we needed. Ela the maid kept our rooms spotless and worked really hard. The two sailors Josef & Josef what hard working young men who knew their job very well and we were in awe of their expertise in getting the boat tied up for swim stops and in and out of ports and constantly cleaning the decks and outside of the ship. Captain Gordon although very quiet was an expert Master of the ship and we enjoyed watching as he navigated us in and out of port and stopping for swim stops. A truly wonderful cream who worked as an amazing team.
- Ann Marie , 24/06/2025 09:53, Travelled in a Couple