We loved Klara, our guide - she was knowledgeable and fun and had a great sense of humour. We were surprised by the size of the cabins - very comfortable! And we very much enjoyed the company.
- Terri, 16/07/2025 11:31, Travelled with Friend/s
The week on Sail Croatia was a wonderful experience. From the beautiful layout, staff and in particular our host Iona from Romania. She was truly amazing and went out of her way to accommodate our every need. Highly recommend this trip!
- Tania, 16/07/2025 00:49, Travelled with Friend/s
Amazing ! Beyond expectations!
- Monica, 15/07/2025 19:00,
The whole experience was just faultless We had the best time & will definitely book again Ioanna was so professional & nothing was a bother . We had the most incredible experience & met wonderful people what a way to travel 💕
- Clare, 15/07/2025 18:03, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia is an amazing company, every detail for a lovely vacation. Our tour director (Ioana) and the sailing crew were amazing. This has been the best vacation I have ever been on. I will definitely recommend it to my friends who also love to travel. Sail Croatia met and exceeded any and all my expectations. I
- Nancy, 15/07/2025 12:00, Travelled with Family
We've just had an amazing week on Esperanza cruising round the Croatian Islands. We did Split to Split South. It was 5 stars all round! The boat was beautiful, the crew where outstanding and couldn't do enough for us, the group of passengers were great and the scenery just superb. The Dalmatian Coast is stunning and very stop was special in it's own way. We will definitely be cruising with Sail Croatia again and can't recommend them enough. I will say, please be aware of the expected tipping!
- Anonymous, 15/07/2025 09:12, Travelled in a Couple
Beautiful boat Fantastic crew - all of them Great guests. A life time memory
- Fi, 15/07/2025 07:46,
We loved every minute of our cruise and it felt that we were on a luxury charter cruise, visiting amazing places, architecture. The wine tasting at every destination was brilliant and interesting. The food on board was excellent and top quality. Our tour manager Ivana was excellent and very friendly and informative, and made sure we had the best time. The captain and crew were all very helpful and made sure we were safe and well looked after. The cabin was very comfortable, clean and quiet. I would certainly go on another trip with Sail Croatia again!
- Petrone , 15/07/2025 07:18, Travelled in a Couple
Excellent crew and Cruise Director. Our route and itinerary along the Dalmatian Coast, including visits to the islands with their beautiful towns (such as Split, Dubrovnik and Hvar) was well planned and spectacular, Quiet, easily accessible moorings overnight. I also very much enjoyed the swim stops. The yacht, Esperanza, is well maintained and comfortable. Delicious onboard food. Very lucky with our travelling companions.
- Anonymous, 15/07/2025 07:08, Travelled in a Couple
The only way to see the coastline is clearly via a boat. Sail Croatia offering was lovely. I enjoyed the crew, especially Ioana, from Romania. I enjoyed the food but only got to breakfast on the last morning which was a great offering. The room we were allocated was definitely smaller compared to other guests since they were our travelling partners. It was maintained very well & changed 3 times over the 7 days. There was plenty of space for guests to chill & the offered itinerary was plentiful. I mostly enjoyed doing our own thing & wandering the islands as we arrived. We got a surprise when it came to port costs on arrival into Dubrovnik that I believe should have been accounted for. Regardless, I would defined recommend it to others considering venturing to Croatia.
- Liz, 15/07/2025 05:26,
Boat was great ! Vico was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic ! Pace was perfect ! Swim stops were amazing ! Loved the whole trip and will highly recommend !
- Katherine, 14/07/2025 15:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Ivan our cruise director.
- Patty, 12/07/2025 19:53, Travelled with Family
The weather and location were fantastic. Also our tour guide Anita was extremely thoughtful, kind and very caring, making sure we were safe at all times. She made our seven days on Kjelena a wonderful adventure. Thank you Anita.
- Anonymous, 11/07/2025 17:40, Travelled with Family
This cruise came highly recommended by a friend who has been twice and is already planning a third trip. It was such a spectacular trip! The pace was just what we needed. Breakfast and briefing in the morning, three-course meal at lunch. Swim stop in a protected area on our way to the next port. And then afternoon and evening in the town. We could be on our own or participate in one of several offered excursions while at port. We slept at port and then moved toward the next location. The sites were beautiful! The crew was amazing! They really made the difference ensuring that our trip was five-star. The food was absolutley delicious and more than we could eat! The room was very comfortable, although other than sleeping, we preferred to be on deck with fellow passengers and the crew. This was the perfect way to see multiple places in the lovely Croatia without having to navigate trains, etc.
- Holly, 09/07/2025 14:12, Travelled in a Couple
Had a wonderful time Captain Crew and Ivana were exceptional could not have been better hosts Would do it all again Thankyou
- Dianne, 08/07/2025 20:30,
boat was fantastic as were the wonderful crew and the Sail Croatia rep. overall food was very good although it would have been nice to be able to dine on deck rather than on the dining room - certainly for the onboard barbecue. we had a lower deck cabin which was well appointed although it could do with a washing line to hang wet clothes on . stops were great especially the swim stops - although i think this could be improved by offering a late afternoon swim stop. i appreciate the logistics of arranging moorings may make that difficult. overall a great holiday we had a great group of fellow travellers who all socialised together and this made the holiday.
- Anonymous, 08/07/2025 18:36, Travelled with Friend/s
The ship was stunning and kept so clean at all times. The tour Guide we had - Ivan- was fantastic and so much fun and very witty. The crew onboard the Ship Olimp were superb and so professional. The chef prepared wonderful meals and never dropped the ball. The wait staff were brilliant and the maid onboard was just so adorable and such a delight. They all did a remarkable job and kept an eye on all clients when at our swim stops. Safety was always first and the cabin we had was great. Our most memorable part of our holiday in Croatia. Thank you to all who made us so welcome and for all the new friends we have made. Would recommend to anyone looking to experience life on the water and this stunning destination.
- Kym & Phil , 08/07/2025 14:20, Travelled in a Couple
the entire sales team was top notch and made the whole process seamless. we were a group of 15, with many first time travelers to croatia, and the team was incredibly professional and responsive. fantastic experience start to finish!
- elisa davis, 08/07/2025 11:58, Travelled with Friend/s
We have just completed Split to Dubrovnik on the beautiful Olimp. From the moment we boarded to the end we felt welcomed,, indulged and included. Our guide Ivan was there every day with all information needed and his fabulous humour set us up for the day. The crew were amazing and ensured we were very well looked after from swim stops, to daily meals, drinks & spotless rooms. Thanks to our captain for steering this beautiful ship
- Sue, 08/07/2025 11:40, Travelled in a Couple
The staff on the boat were delightful, enthusiastic, helpful, informative and efficient. The boat swim stops were at phenomenal places, the Island visits were spectacular and the tours were fun and informative, the shopping was awesome, the food and local wines were full of variety and flavor. A five star recommendation this cruise.
- Diane, 08/07/2025 11:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Our Elegance trip was fabulous. Our tour leader Ivana was exceptional giving great information about each destination and keeping us well informed thru daily briefs and what’s app messages. All the crew, the food, rooms and boat was immaculately maintained. The swim stop locations were amazing. Cannot fault anything about this trip.
- Linda, 08/07/2025 11:16, Travelled in a Couple
We had such a relaxing and lovely week on the Olimp. Every morning a swim stop in some gorgeous location, then a delicious lunch and then a visit to another stunning island or town. Our friendly, helpful and very funny cruise director, Ivan, made it even more special. Highly recommend if you want a way to see the gorgeous Croatian coast from the sea, without dragging your luggage everywhere! The boat itself is very well-appointed and the stateroom was very comfortable. Highly recommend!
- Rebecca, 08/07/2025 10:59, Travelled in a Couple
We loved our trip on The Olimp. We made new friends from across the world, had excellent daily swim stops in quiet coves - getting on and off for those stops was made easy by a platform which lowers into the sea (no nasty ladders) The crew of 9 were amazing, nothing was too much trouble. They had an excellent grasp of English too. The holiday was effortless because of them. Breakfast at 8-9am in the restaurant daily, followed by a daily briefing at 9. Swim stops were about 2-3 hours after breakfast. Coffee, cake and fruit was available after 11am. A 3 course lunch was 1-2pm, after which we landed at our destination and the day/night was our own til 5am. On ship bar closed at 12 midnight. It all worked wonderfully. Our host Ivan was fabulous. Some stops had free walking tours, others had bookable excursions the day before. The Captains dinner and village meal were both excellent and included We had daily advice on local wines and restaurants. I highly recommend this cruise.
- Mary Yvonne, 08/07/2025 10:16, Travelled with Friend/s
The yacht was family owned and operated by they took great pride in keeping their yacht immaculately clean. Service was excellent. After each days swim stop, we went to the sun deck, where a crew member was there to offer a drink.
- Susan , 08/07/2025 10:05, Travelled in a Couple
If you're even. considering a SailCroatia cruise, the Elegance cruise was fabulous!! This was our first, and we are now hooked! Ivana was our tour manager. She was warm, professional, so knowledgeable, and always helpful! We were always prepared with the information we needed for each day, excursion, and activity. It couldn't have gone any smoother for us! The entire crew was fantastic, and they all went out of their way to ensure a perfect holiday for everyone on the cruise! Truly a special trip, thanks to SailCroatia, and the entire crew!!
- Shari, 08/07/2025 08:56, Travelled in a Couple
The crew on Katarina were very helpful, hardworking and friendly. The Tour Director gave informative presentations and was approachable for help with our queries. The boat was immaculately clean and served us very well as our home for 7 nights. There was a good feeling of camaraderie amongst the other passengers. I liked the fact we were from different corners of the world. Their friendliness made our holiday a great one to remember. A highlight of my holiday were the swim stops in secluded bays of refreshing clear water. We visited some wonderful places.
- Pamela, 08/07/2025 06:47, Travelled in a Couple
Wonderful cruise with outstanding food, attentive and friendly staff and an amazing cruise director. Would recommend. Our ship the Olimp was just beautiful.
- Nicola, 08/07/2025 06:33, Travelled in a Couple
We traveled on the Katrina starting in Dubrovnik and ending in Split, with stops on islands along the Dalmatian coast. The pace of the trip was relaxed, sailing in the mornings, followed by a couple of hours of swimming each day before lunch, and then afternoons of excursions or free time. The food on the boat was fresh and delicious. The crew was wonderful and hard working, providing attentive service from morning until evening. Out tour guide, Mia, was awesome. Very organized and personable. Communication through WhatsApp was really helpful with information shared with the group about things to do and places to go. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend the Katarina.
- Shahrzad, 06/07/2025 18:36,
I had a fantastic time on the Elegance cruise through Sail Croatia! The highlights were the swim stops in the gorgeous Adriatic Sea, the local dinner and wine tasting in Stari Grad, and the mix of both small towns and bigger towns on the route. Vicko, our host, was the perfect mix of friendly, knowledgeable and helpful! Croatia is a beautiful country, and as a solo traveler Sail Croatia was a great way to experience it!
- Anonymous, 05/07/2025 18:11, Travelled Solo
More outdoor meals would be great. More and better pillows definitely. Some type of equipment for swimming stops, stand up boards maybe? Captains dinner earlier on in trip so everyone mingles more earlier on. Staff were great, boat comfortable and well maintained/clean.
- Mark, 05/07/2025 12:47, Travelled with Friend/s
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
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
Mia our guide and all the crew of Katarina who went over and beyond the call of duty to make our trip extra special. I cannot recommend them or the boat highly enough. Katerina was beautiful and spotless, and so well maintained. We had the most delicious food every day of the highest quality and standard. We loved our daily swimming time and felt the schedule was perfect. We got to visit so many beautiful islands and Mia made sure we missed out on nothing. One of the highlights was all the lovely people we shared the holiday with and the Captains dinner where we all joined together and danced the night away. It was an absolutely fantastic holiday and we will definitely be returning to Croatia.
- Helen Colt, 02/07/2025 17:40,
Romantic Star Cruise (June 21-29, 2025) Pros: -Ship was new and clean. -Swim stops were perfect. Cons: -Staff, except guide, looked unhappy (no smile). -Cleaning day didn't do a good job cleaning. Towel were not changed in the 7 days' stay. -Food was OK, not interesting. -Coffee and juices were charged if consumed outside the 1 hour for a meal time - outrageously cheap!! -Captain's dinner (lame) and dinner in town were had in Hvar, so we didn't get to eat out in beautiful Hvar. They should have been held in Dubrovnic (where we stayed 2 nights) and Planikovak (which didn't have good restaurants).
- Eunjae, 02/07/2025 16:15, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Eunjae, Thank you for your 4-star review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed our clean and well-maintained ship, as well as the beautiful swim stops – both are highlights we take great pride in. We also appreciate your comments regarding staff experience, cleaning service, and dining arrangements. These have been reviewed by our team and improvements have already been implemented, as reflected in recent customer feedback. We value your constructive feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future with an even better experience.
Anita was a perfect Cruise Director, and our experience with Sail Croatia, and the Queen Jelena was outstanding. Anita had so many ideas of ways to explore each destination that it was easy to pick the excursion experiences that were right for our family. She was always available for questions, provided endless tips and tricks to optimize our time in Croatia, and was simply delightful to be around. She said we'd leave this week feeling like a family, and she was spot on! Queen Jelena, including the Captain and crew, were gracious, passionate about service, and attentive to our every need. The food was truly EXCEPTIONAL. Hats off to the chef and sous chef...AMAZING food!!! The locations of our swim stops were fantastic. Swimming in the Adriatic Sea at these picturesque, unique little coves is something we will never forget. Thank you Anita, Sail Croatia & the Captain/Crew of Queen Jelena!
- Robin, 02/07/2025 16:10, Travelled with Family
The cruise surpassed our expectations. The Katarina is a modern and comfortable boat and the itinerary was very well thought out giving plenty options for excursions. It was also possible to set your own pace with daily swim stops and relaxing on deck. We loved the welcoming captain and his team. A special mention must go to our tour operators Mia who really went the extra mile to make sure everything ran like clockwork and we were well informed about Croatia. A very memorable week! Thank you Sail Croatia.
- Charlotte Rose , 02/07/2025 15:58,
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
We sailed on the Katarina from Dubrovnik to Split. This was our second Sail Croatia trip on the same route, but a different ship last time. The ship is family run and you can tell it's their passion. The Katarina is a great ship, plenty of sun beds, and seating areas, perfectly working air conditioning in the cabins and a good shower. Of particular note were the excellent crew. The Captain Ivan and the girls Ivanka and Angela serving us particularly need a special mention. They were all great fun at the Captains Dinner and seemed to be having as much fun as we all were! Cleanliness on the ship could not be faulted. The sailors were always cleaning, and we usually had the shiniest cleanest ship in the harbour. The food was excellent - quite large portions but that's hardly a complaint by most! The Tour Manager was Mia and she was absolutely fabulous, she was knowledgeable and friendly, with an excellent sense of humour. We will definitely be back!
- Caroline, 02/07/2025 10:42, Travelled with Friend/s
Great - Food, Niko, Great layout of boat, Swim stops. Beautiful scenery. Not so good - only 7 passengers so not sociable as expected. Organisation at end of cruise was poor. Crew smoke entered cabin. More equipment needed for swim stops (noodles). Long mirrors needed in cabin.
- Debra, 01/07/2025 16:27,
Hi Debra, thank you for your 4 star review and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very happy to read how you enjoyed the food, beautiful swim stops and exploring what Croatia has to offer! Your kind words regarding Niko and the crew will certainly be passed on, thank you for this. We are committed to running our cruises as scheduled, so that customers know they can book safely with us. We too are sad about the low numbers on your cruise, however this is out of our control, I'm afraid. Thank you again for sailing with us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
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
Ship, staff, guests, guide
- Yvonne, 01/07/2025 08:09, Travelled in a Couple
My friends and family had the best time with Ana and the entire crew on Esperanza!!! Ana was amazing about coordinating events/excursions and making sure that we were all having a great time, and the crew of Esperanza made sure that we all felt so taken care of the entire week onboard, This will be such a hard vacation to top. The swim stops every day were beautiful and each port in Croatia was unique and fun in their own ways. 10/10 would recommend.
- Jamie, 26/06/2025 18:58, Travelled with Friend/s
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
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
The scenery was unbelievably beautiful. Places we stopped at suited.me. Staff couldn't have worked any harder to see to our needs. Food terrific well.presented and varied. Cruise director saw to everything nothing was too much.
- Kathleen, 24/06/2025 15:27, Travelled with Family
Sail Croatia provide you with a perfect way to explore Croatia. Super professional hard working crew and a Tour Manager who helps you get the most out of the experience
- Debbie, 24/06/2025 12:10, Travelled Solo
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
What a wonderful time we had sailing on Olimp. Mila, our tour guide was first class. Our captain, Jure was informative, safety conscious and chose the best possible swim stops. The crew were good. The meals were delicious but note if you are gluten free, options will be more limited. Cabin downstairs was well kept, cool and spacious. Thank you for taking us on this very special experience.
- Emma , 24/06/2025 09:35, Travelled in a Couple
The crew, Ivo G, the tours, and travel routes were amazing.
- Shelley , 24/06/2025 07:33, Travelled with Friend/s