Had an absolute blast of a time and met some life long friends!! JT was awesome, super helpful and fun, so glad we had him on our boat!!
- Anonymous, 28/09/2026 16:47, Travelled in a Couple
This was my first time with Sail Croatia! Definitely have fun memories for life from this week sailing! the people from this group ended up being like a little family especially the girls from my group the girlhood was so special! Every day was a new swim spot in beautiful waters and the ports were so cool exploring when docked, the food on board was quite delicious and the portions weren’t limited. Ola the tour guide of our party boat did a great job in keeping the group updated with recommendations, activities available and each days itinerary!! :) Each night was spent partying in a new spot and was very fun! There were a few birthdays on my week and the crew, captain and people on board were all amazing at making their birthdays feel special and celebrated with cake and birthday drinks and all! As a young person you have lots of fun connecting and partying with people around your age, I recommend! The only downside was the amount of mold spotted in the cabins and aircon vents.
- Anonymous, 24/09/2026 13:42, Travelled with Friend/s
We booked this sailing trip for the first week of September, paying £779, and overall I’d say it was a good trip for the price — but there are definitely some things I wish I’d known before booking. Arrival & accommodation We arrived and were greeted by a lovely host who showed us to our rooms below deck. This is probably the biggest thing I would flag for anyone booking. The rooms are very small, and the pictures online don’t really give you an idea of just how small they are. We were sharing a room with bunk beds, and there was no overhead space, so you couldn’t actually sit upright in the bed. We had read online that there was space underneath the beds for luggage, so we travelled with a suitcase expecting it to fit underneath. Unfortunately, there wasn’t enough space. I spoke to the staff and initially felt that it was a bit of a “this is what it is” situation, but our tour host was very accommodating and offered us another room to use for our luggage. We were extremely grateful for this. In the end, I actually just stayed in the other room, which made more sense, and this wasn’t a problem. The rooms are also very dated and could definitely do with some TLC. The beds weren’t particularly comfortable either, and I wouldn’t describe the accommodation as luxurious in any way. That said, we managed and spent very little time in the room because we were out enjoying the destinations. Another issue was towels. The packing list we received said towels would be provided and that we didn’t need to bring our own. Once onboard, we discovered that standard ships apparently don’t provide them, according to the website. This was conflicting information and obviously too late to resolve once we were already there. Again, the host was very accommodating and provided us with bath towels, which we really appreciated. The sailing & destinations After lunch and the initial briefing, we headed off to explore our first destination. The recommendations from the host about where to go, what to see and where to eat were really helpful. The actual sailing experience was fantastic. The swim stops were a real highlight, and stopping at different places gave us plenty of opportunities to explore and experience as much as possible. We had enough time in each destination to do our own thing, which we really enjoyed. One thing to be aware of is that the engine is noisy. On our first morning, it woke me at around 6am. I went looking for a coffee, only to discover that coffee wasn’t available until breakfast at 8:30am. Again, the staff were very kind and made me one, but it’s worth knowing if you’re an early riser! We didn’t take part in the group dinners or organised activities because we preferred to explore independently and partying wasn’t really our priority. This wasn’t an issue at all. The host was very accommodating and happy to give us recommendations and information about each destination. One of the original stops was changed because of personal circumstances affecting the captain. The replacement destination was lovely, but it’s worth knowing that the itinerary isn’t necessarily set in stone, so don’t get too attached to the places shown when booking. Food The food was another positive. I wouldn’t say the food we received looked quite like the pictures on the website, but it was still really enjoyable and delicious. Breakfast had a good variety — cereals, yoghurt, fruit, meats, cheeses and eggs prepared differently each day. Lunch was three courses and could include things like crisps and dips, wraps, a really tasty carbonara, followed by cake, ice cream or another baked dessert. There was plenty of choice and we were never left hungry. The staff The staff were lovely throughout the trip — friendly, chatty, helpful and very accommodating. Nothing seemed too much trouble when we had questions or needed something. Our particular trip was relatively quiet, with around 15 people onboard, and we were told previous trips had been much livelier. Personally, I think we were lucky with the smaller group. The boat can apparently sleep up to 32 people, but I honestly can’t imagine 32 people being particularly comfortable in the available space. With 15, it felt like enough. The tipping experience The one thing that really left a sour taste for me was the tipping at the end of the trip. We were reminded several times throughout the holiday about tipping, including through the WhatsApp group, and were told that envelopes would be available for tips for the tour guide and boat staff. The suggested amounts were also mentioned. The day before leaving, we had to settle our bar bill between 2–3pm, as well as pay the €40 tax that had to be added. When I went into the dining area to pay, there were two very visible tip boxes showing how much money was being put into them. While I was paying my bar bill, the lady then pointed out the tip boxes and asked about the tips directly. For me, this felt quite pressured and awkward, particularly with several members of staff also in the dining room at the time. I completely understand that tipping is an important part of the industry and that staff work hard, but having it repeatedly mentioned throughout the trip and then being asked directly, with the tip boxes in front of you, made me feel uncomfortable. I came away feeling a little disappointed that this was how the trip ended. I would much rather have felt that tipping was completely voluntary and left to the individual’s discretion without the repeated reminders and direct approach. Overall Giving this trip a star rating is actually quite difficult because the different parts of the experience vary so much. The boat itself would be around 3/5 — it is very dated, the cabins are extremely small and it definitely needs some renovation. The staff were 4/5 — genuinely lovely, helpful and accommodating. The food was 4/5 — good variety and enjoyable meals. But the destinations and sailing experience were the real reason this trip was worth it. Being able to sail between different places, swim in beautiful spots and have plenty of time to explore made the holiday. For £779 in the first week of September, I think overall we got good value for money. You definitely get what you pay for, though, and I would recommend going into it knowing that this is not a luxury sailing experience. The boat is basic and dated, the cabins are tiny, and there are a few things where the information provided before booking could be clearer. If you’re looking for a more affordable sailing adventure, are happy to compromise on accommodation and want to prioritise seeing different places, then I think it’s a great option. Just go prepared for the small cabins, bring your expectations down regarding the boat, and enjoy the destinations — because that’s where this trip really shines.
- Anonymous, 11/09/2026 09:59, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed the sailing experience and destinations, and particularly appreciate your 4 star ratings for both our staff and the food onboard. We also appreciate your 3 star rating and feedback regarding the ship itself. As you mentioned, this is not a luxury sailing experience; your booking was on one of our Standard category ships, which is the most budget-friendly option within our Navigator cruises and offers more basic accommodation and amenities. Showering towels are not included within this category, as outlined in our Pre-Departure Information. For guests looking for a higher level of comfort, we offer ship categories with higher-quality amenities and additional inclusions, at a higher price point - such as the Ensuite and Premier ships. We’re pleased that overall you felt the trip represented good value for money and that the destinations and sailing experience were the real highlights of your week. Thank you again for travelling with us!
We had a great time on the Mlini. The crew was outstanding particularly the food which was much better than expected. Toma was our guide and was a great guide and friend to everyone. They worked hard to make it a great week. They deserve a raise Few areas to improve on: inform passengers if they boat isn’t full. It’s quite disappointing when you arrive to find the boat is half full leaving much to be desired from the social aspect. Also, recommend decreasing the number of excursions and increasing the quality.
- Anonymous, 11/09/2026 09:16, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your 4 star review and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great time, enjoyed travelling with your group and had such a positive experience with the crew onboard. We also appreciate your comments regarding the condition of some aspects of the ship, including the linen and bathrooms. Feedback such as this is important to us and has been shared with the relevant team to help identify areas where improvements can be made. Thank you again for travelling with us, and we’re pleased that overall you had an enjoyable experience!
It was awesome we had a lot of fun, swim spots were awesome, the towns/cities were great. The crew were really easy to get along with and served quality tasting food. Only bad thing was the condition of the boat, it was clean don’t get me wrong, but the rooms were twice as hot as it was outside, (yes it was advertised there was no A/C) so there was no way to cool down and most people ending up sleeping outside on the deck during the night not using their rooms. And the shower amenities were pretty rough. We paid extra for an upper deck room thinking it would be cooler and less noisy, but it was the complete opposite, rooms downstairs were cooler and less noisy. I think if we had photos of the amenities and knew the condition of the rooms on the exact boat we were on, we wouldn’t have paid as much or gone at all. But don’t let that distract you from what made it worth while, all the people we met on the boat from guest to crew was definitely one of the highlights of the trip.
- Ben, 04/09/2026 19:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4-star review! We’re so pleased to hear you had an awesome time overall and enjoyed the swim stops, destinations, food, and especially the crew and fellow travellers onboard. We appreciate your feedback regarding the ship facilities. You booked our Standard ship category, which is our most affordable option for budget-conscious travellers and features bunk-bed cabins, shared bathroom facilities and no air-conditioning. Images and specifications for each of our ship categories are available on our website to help highlight the differences between them, allowing guests to make an informed decision before booking with us. We also note in our FAQs under “What is the difference between Above and Lower Deck cabins?” that Lower Deck cabins can often be cooler and quieter than Above Deck cabins. We completely understand that everyone has different comfort preferences, and based on your feedback, we’d recommend considering one of our higher ship categories, such as Ensuite or Premier, for any future trip with us. Thanks again for travelling with us, and it’s great to hear that the people you met and experiences along the way made the trip so worthwhile!
Holiday overall was great. Only comments would be to possibly offer other options than just clubs every single night. Everyone understood we were doing a drinking cruise, however seven nights of clubs in a row is a lot! I would’ve loved to have clean linens or at least clean towels offered to us, given that being below deck nothing dried and became very gross mildewy smelling. Lastly, if they would just include what they were feeding us each day, I think that would be helpful. I didn’t have many problems with the food, however being hungover sea sick and then handed mystery food made it a little harder to trust. Just announcing what the meal is would’ve made it a lot better! Otherwise great trip, lots of fun. Just wish swim spots were longer!
- Anonymous, 31/08/2026 13:05, Travelled with Friend/s
My holiday was a memorable experience with my best friend, we had many laughs with new friends and crew members. Marin was amazing, very friendly, professional and on-time, he made sure the day ran very smoothly. I would highly recommend sail Croatia navigator cruise if you are a young individual wanting party and make new friends.
- Vanessa, 25/08/2026 22:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Was good the group I had could of been better the ship crew amazing
- Anonymous, 13/08/2026 05:22, Travelled with Friend/s
Sailing is a great way to see Croatia. Overall, it was an incredible experience and absolutely beautiful. Lauren was fantastic and made sure we had a great time throughout the trip. Definitely recommend!
- Anonymous, 12/08/2026 10:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was such an unreal experience. We had the most fun week and met so many new friends. The staff on our boat the Mlini were so helpful and accomodating, and our host nour was the best. She made the week so fun and smooth and not stressful for us at all. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun time and people who enjoy partying!
- Anonymous, 06/08/2026 13:44, Travelled with Friend/s
My experience on Tuna boat was mainly attributable to Toni, our rep. Toni was highly informative about the history and activities of each destination. His organisation of group dinners really helped for us to bond and make friends. Not only was he a rep, but he was also a great friend to all of us. I give all my praise to Toni!
- Anonymous, 05/08/2026 17:01, Travelled with Friend/s
I did really enjoy my holiday however I and the rest of my boat were a bit confused why we, as a party boat, would dock and stay in towns with either no clubs or where noise/time restrictions impacted our time and experience greatly. Our crew on big blue were always so fun and gracious. The rep, Diego, put lots of effort to get our group bonding by organising family dinners and always showed up for us, whether that was searching the town for place with working gelato, taking people to multiple pharmacy trips as well as the hospitals.
- Sophie, 24/07/2026 08:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Average The biat was not like advertised and had many issues My too bunk was not working so we had to share a double bed, the bathroom had lots of plumbing issues including smell coming from taps and brown water leaks in bedrooms. We didnt even get to go to hvar wich was one of the main stops and instead didnt dock and anchored in the ocean for the whole day and no one was allowed to get off and no solution was made.
- Anonymous, 22/07/2026 10:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to review us and share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. After reviewing our internal reports, we were unable to find any record of concerns regarding a leak or any plumbing issues in your cabin. As outlined in our pre-departure information, we have a clear onboard reporting process to ensure that any issues can be addressed as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, as these concerns were not reported to your Onboard Representative during the trip, our team was not given the opportunity to investigate or resolve them while you were onboard. Our Captains work hard to provide the best possible experience based on weather and port conditions and at times, the itinerary and port locations may need to change during the week as advertised. Upon checking with our Operations team, we were pleased that even though due to port availability you were docked in Stari Grad, a bus transfer to Hvar Town was organised giving everyone free time to explore Hvar Town. We do appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback, as it helps us continue to review and improve our services.
Had so much fun with a great bunch of people. Captain + crew were awesome. The facilities on the premium navigator cruise are actually really decent and surprisingly spacious. Worth the extra money, especially for AC. Side note; you will end up paying as much as the initial cost so be aware. However many of the daily activities are worth. Shout out Lauren for being an awesome rep.
- Anonymous, 10/07/2026 13:25, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent, sail was awesome, Timmy was an excellent host and guide we loved him. Room down stairs smelt that’s all
- Alex, 01/07/2026 19:06, Travelled with Friend/s
We had the most amazing time on sail Croatia! Our trip manager was lovely! My only comments would be that on the trip itself there was a lot of hidden costs (bus rides paid in cash, taxes, tips, etc) so we spend significantly more than planned.
- Anonymous, 25/06/2026 05:49, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4 star review and for joining us on a Sail Croatia cruise. We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing time and that your Onboard Representative helped make your experience so enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback regarding additional costs. Information about the €40 Local Payment is provided prior to booking and is visible on guests' Online Accounts, payment receipts, FAQs and Pre-Departure Information. Any additional transfers, such as buses or water taxis are highlighted on the website itinerary to help guests budget accordingly. While tipping is entirely optional, we do provide guidance for guests who wish to tip within our Pre-Departure Information. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you onboard again in the future.
Bloody brilliant!!!!!! Nikola was the most amazing rep we could have asked for! So kind, caring and knowledgeable. Very thorough and organised, always going above and beyond to make us feel safe and looked after. He gave us lots of recommendations and suggestions which made our trip even better! An amazing tour guide, friend and host! Shoutout to Darren & Nathan for the amazing meals and banter! My friends and I will miss the sail Croatia team dearly.
- Emily, Eloise & Siena, 24/06/2026 07:00, Travelled with Friend/s
Overall my holiday was incredible. The itinerary of the trip was well thought out and the places we visited absolutely beautiful. Our guide Josip was so friendly, inviting and informative. He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience on board as well as in every town we visited. I really appreciated how he involved himself in the group and was a central part to everyone getting to know each other so well. The crew of our ship TVRDI were also a highlight, they were friendly, helpful and hard working and we all left feeling so grateful to have got to know them. My only negative experience on sail was the pricing of drinks, activities and recommended restaurants. As young people this experience is already expensive and while I believe the sail itself is well worth it there could be adjustments made to make it more affordable. I would’ve loved to have free or decently priced walking tours included in each place to learn more about the history, culture, and stories.
- Anonymous, 30/05/2026 08:54, Travelled with Friend/s
- Anonymous, 15/09/2025 07:45, Travelled in a Couple
I enjoyed the week, our leader Vin was very good. I thought there were a lot of hidden costs not very transparent when booking the trip, we had way more inclusions with our last tour we attended with a different company and felt we got more moneys worth with them. Also disappointing that we missed out on two stops due to weather which is understandable however when other sail Croatia ships still go despite what we are being told it does raise some questions. The last day in particular we docked into Dubrovnik port a day early due to weather conditions and then missed out on our swim stop the next day as port authorities wouldn’t let our boat leave? We then found out other sail Croatia boats left for there swim stop which didn’t make much sense, the crew weren’t very transparent with us on the why. The whole last day of our trip was spent docked up, we were told we could go to the beach but then we had to pay 20€ for an uber to get there, frustrating when you pay money to be on a boat.
- Alison, 13/08/2025 06:49, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Alison, thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this season. I'm very pleased to read that overall you enjoyed your time in Croatia with us and that your Representative Vin made a positive impression! It is a shame to hear that you have come across hidden costs on your cruise, as we aim to set the right expectations for our guests. Guests can find what to budget for in their Pre-Departure Information as well as the FAQ section of our website - and inclusions are readily available on our product pages online. We understand changes to the itinerary can be frustrating, however these changes are made at the Captains discretion and usually down to safety reasons. We do hope you left with good memories of Croatia and we truly value you taking the time to provide us with your feedback, Alison!
The guide and crew were great. Was cool to see so many lovely spots in Croatia. The excursions were fun! Food was great! Icebreakers/group games would have been good to make it less awkward and easier for those that are more introverted. Would have been good to have water available at all times.
- G, 04/08/2025 08:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Our boat manager from sail Croatia, Toni, was exceptionally helpful. Not only did he provide us with excellent recommendations for the various places we were visiting in Croatia, but when I was sick and needed help, he was happy to assist me, which I am very grateful for.
- Lara , 31/07/2025 08:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Marin made the week as great as possible. Disappointing about Hvar situation but he improvised well. Super easy going & knowledgeable host makes your time as stress free & enjoyable as possible. Food was slightly disappointing after seeing/hearing about the other boats.
- Kane, 25/07/2025 09:56, Travelled with Friend/s
Make travel from boat to club/port/city centre etc included in the overall fair, or inform customer of these costs, pre-departure. Give a selection of restaurants for the customers to vote on to eat together. The restaurants chosen for use were very expensive were there were cheaper options available. Have the BBQ dinner included in the price paid for the week, not as an additional expense.
- Ethan, 23/07/2025 15:25, Travelled with Friend/s
Dear Ethan, Thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this summer - we are so pleased to have you on board! Yes, your onboard Representative will certainly make recommendations on where to eat your evening meals. Guests are given the freedom to dine at the suggested locations or choose somewhere else if they prefer. Additional costs are detailed in the Pre-Departure Information sent to guests one week prior to departure. It is important to us that we set the right expectations for travellers, ensuring they can budget appropriately. Please rest assured that guest feedback is very important to us, and the suggestion on the BBQ will be passed on to the relevant teams so that we can make improvements where necessary. Thank you for a fantastic week in Croaita!
It was really good just wish we had longer swim stops and better food
- Ally, 21/07/2025 20:12, Travelled in a Couple
Had an amazing experience on the Big Blue, Francesca was our host and a fantastic one at that! Had a good mix of solo travelers and some groups of friends but in the end we all became a big family. The staff and crew were outstanding and really made the atmosphere inviting, they knew who we were by first name after day 3. Food was incredible and the boat was kept super clean. Couldnt reccomend it more!
- reese, 21/07/2025 03:37, Travelled with Friend/s
We had an amazing experience overall and truly enjoyed every moment of the trip! One of the standout highlights was our guide, Nour. She was absolutely fantastic—extremely well-organised, kind, professional, and always went the extra mile to make sure everyone felt comfortable and informed. Her knowledge and calm, friendly presence really made a difference, and we felt very well taken care of throughout. The excursions were varied and really well thought out, offering a great mix of activities to suit everyone. The rooms were also excellent—clean, comfortable, and a lovely place to unwind at the end of the day. If we had to mention anything for improvement, it would be the price of the drinks on board, which felt a bit high, and we would have loved more opportunities for swim stops, as those moments in the water were some of the most enjoyable. That said, it was a fantastic trip overall and Nour’s guidance truly elevated the whole experience. Thank you for the wonderful memories!
- Gabi, 17/07/2025 00:36, Travelled in a Couple
Great way to see the country! Experience different towns and landscapes with others from around the world. Your guide helps in bringing you to unique spots that you would otherwise not know to check out. One of the best trips my partner and I have ever been on!
- Andrew, 15/07/2025 16:16, Travelled in a Couple
The staff! The staff were lovely and catered to our needs. I went with a couple of friends and we had Lovre and he was great and fully engaged with all of the sail group, couldn’t have asked for better staff. Food was delicious. The showers were less great but overall great trip.
- Bethany, 09/07/2025 17:05, Travelled with Friend/s
I was on the Afrodita ship with Nora as our guide and thoroughly enjoyed my experience. Food was great, good service and was with a good group of people. Only thing was wish we had more time to swim than what we got. The triple room below deck was very small for 3 people so would recommend going top deck or splitting groups.
- Anonymous, 25/06/2025 11:34, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, thank you for your review — we’re pleased to hear you enjoyed your week on Afrodita and that your Rep Nora, along with the food and service contirbuted to this. We appreciate your feedback about the triple cabins, and due to the space shared, we do offer a 10% Triple Cabin Discount to help offset this. We hope it helped make things a bit more comfortable. Thanks again for choosing to travel with us, and we’d love to welcome you aboard again in the future!
We loved our experience on Afrodita! Best week, Nora, our guide was great and super helpful with any of our needs or concerns. Only downfall was the triple rooms on the lower deck really dont fit 3 people comfortably!
- Anonymous, 25/06/2025 11:33, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, thank you for your recent 4 star review — we’re thrilled to hear you loved your week on Afrodita and that Nora took such great care of you! We appreciate your feedback about the triple cabins, and due to the space shared, we do offer a 10% Triple Cabin Discount to help offset this. We hope it helped make things a bit more comfortable. Thanks again for choosing to travel with us, and we’d love to welcome you aboard again in the future!
Sail Croatia was a fantastic way to see the country at an affordable price. Firstly, I got extremely lucky with my guide, Noura. You can tell how well-versed, experienced, and caring she was in every way. I do not think my review would be the same if I had anyone else. The crew on my ship greatly improved the experience as well, the bartender Mateo was extremely fun and flexible, the chef was super talented and accommodating, and the sailor/captain were very friendly and felt like a part of the group. Overall, I’d come again but I would never choose a triplet. Realistically, it is not a triplet room and should not be advertised as such. The downstairs rooms were more spacious as doubles, literally. Claiming the lower bed is viable for two people isn’t ok, and especially frustrating since we had a smaller group and empty beds that could’ve been offered. Also, the party bus should be chartered. Everyone agreed it was a money grab that the company definitely could afford.
- Anonymous, 29/05/2025 03:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with Sail Croatia! We’re delighted to hear you had a fantastic time exploring the coastline and that Noura, Mateo and the rest of your crew helped make your trip so memorable. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to them. We're sorry to hear that the Triple room didn't meet your expectations. To help set expectations clearly, our website advises: “On some ships, we also have triple cabins available for guests that are travelling as a group of three and would like to share a cabin. Triple cabins consist of a double bed and a single bunk, and we provide a 10% discount per person for these cabin types. In some Triple cabins, double beds may be slightly smaller to accommodate the additional single bed, meaning these cabins may not be suitable for travellers that require more space. If you would like to book a triple cabin please let us know and we can check availability when you enquire.” All extra costs are indicated in the itineraries on our website, to help customers have an idea of what to expect for their cruise. We hope to welcome you in the future!
Firstly I would like to point out I have absolutely no issues with the staff whatsoever - they each deserve 5 stars as they were all so welcoming and helpful throughout the trip. Special mention for Marin, the best host we could have asked for arranged some great nights and made sure everyone was included. My main issue was that the week was poor value for money, the food was ok but I have to mention the BBQ night, 25 euro for what can only be described as a car crash. When I was offered it I was expecting a real bbq on the port but no - the meats (poor quality I’ll add) were grilled in the usual kitchen not on any sort of bbq - genuinely left me feeling ripped off. Drinks on the boat are extremely expensive for what they are, poor quality sprits other than real JD, and still charging full price. Excursions are overpriced we did the canyoning and it was not worth 75 euros at all. Any transfers to ports clubs or bars are always charged and EVERYTHING is cash only - disappointing.
- Anonymous, 30/09/2024 10:45, Travelled with Friend/s
My partner and I had a great week on Sail Croatia thanks to Lauren, Mateo and the other crew members. The weather was average but Lauren went above and beyond to maintain morale and organise alternative activities. The crew were very easy-going and friendly and we enjoyed learning about Croatia from them. Our only suggestion is to Sail Croatia directly - we think the itinerary could be improved. The Sail Croatia website states the white water rafting is available on the Split to Dubrovnik tour (which was not the case). We also would have appreciated more time exploring the towns as opposed to spending hours at swim spots.
- Maya, 24/09/2024 10:22, Travelled in a Couple
This trip was seriously one of the best experiences ever! We had an amazing crew, a great group of people and we visited some of the most beautiful places! Our ship was so much nicer and more spacious than we expected, the beds were comfortable and the air conditioning was amazing on those hot days! The swim stops were so beautiful and refreshing and exploring the islands and towns made for a perfect balance of a relaxing and activity filled trip! Dino and the rest of our crew were amazing, they worked so hard to make sure we had the best experience and nothing was ever too much trouble for them. Dino was fantastic, he was so friendly and welcoming and it felt as though he genuinely cared about us, taking our concerns seriously and taking care of any issues that came up.
- Emma, 23/08/2024 14:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Had the most insane trip onboard the Pacific. Couldn’t ask for more with our tour guide Dino. He was so helpful and went out of his way to assist us in anything we needed. Even when some of the clubs were closed due to local happenings Dino sourced down the next best places to go and helped make the night the greatest it could be 😌😌
- Lucy, 23/08/2024 14:31, Travelled with Friend/s
The people - other travellers and the crew - are the highlight of this trip. Recommend for those who want to experience Croatia with new friends 😎
- Isabelle, 23/08/2024 13:31, Travelled in a Couple
Matilda was amazing! The desserts weren’t the nicest and breakfast should have been a bit later but the rest of the crew were great too!
- Lauren, 21/08/2024 05:43, Travelled with Friend/s
There’s wasn’t as many activities as I though there would be. The food wasn’t great and there was no food to snack on aka chips. I feel like since the towels weren’t drying they probably needed to be changed more often. My towel was wet all the time when showering. Sanja was great, crew were all fabulous. Sanja was well informative on each island and was very honest in which activity was better to do which was great.
- Olivia, 20/08/2024 16:34, Travelled with Friend/s
Dear Olivia, Thank you for your review and for sharing your feedback about your recent Sail Croatia Navigator cruise experience. We genuinely appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your thoughts, as it helps us to continually improve our services. We are pleased to hear that you found our representative, Sanja, to be informative and that both she and the crew made your trip enjoyable. We take great pride in our team and it's wonderful to know they contributed positively to your experience. We regret to hear that some aspects of your cruise did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the availability of more activities and snacks, as well as the quality of food onboard. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we will review these areas to see how we can enhance the guest experience in the future. Our crew is always happy to assist with any requests to ensure your comfort, and we encourage guests to reach out to our onboard representative for any needs they may have so if you needed some fresh towels, all you needed to do is ask. Your feedback is crucial for us to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on another Sail Croatia. Thank you once again for your comments, and for choosing Sail Croatia.
I definately think our guide Toni made us having the best time ever, he was really good at making the group become one and making sure that we were all having a great time. I find it admiring to see how quick we was at always answering our texts and questions whether it was late at night or during the day and he always made sure everone was safe and good especially during the party nights. He was a real and honest guide who made sure that our money was spent right and we didn't waste anything, giving us good recommendations of what to do see and eat and what not to do. I wanna thank him and sail croatia for a fantastic week!!
- Natalie Summer, 16/08/2024 12:35, Travelled with Friend/s
Marin was the best tour guide, he was so knowledgeable and very honest with his opinions. He would go out of his way to help you with anything you needed and made things run as smooth as possible. A great way to see the sights of Croatia!
- Hanna, 10/08/2024 11:38, Travelled in a Couple
Honestly the vibe throughout the whole trip was great. We had a fantastic group leader named Clara who offered heaps of activities and the entire trip was just so fun
- Lucy , 07/08/2024 15:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Lola our host & the crew were awesome and made us feel very welcome. Lola was very informative and helpful in a range of situations. The rooms were clean and tidy and the daily breakfast and lunch meals were delicious and kept us filled up for big days. The swim stops were beautiful. We had a great time on board the Mali Ante!
- Anonymous, 15/07/2024 12:13, Travelled in a Couple
The crew on board couldn’t have been any better they were honestly the nicest hardest workers you will meet always smiling and helping out in any way they could. The food was 5/5 amazing as well at the itinerary of the week with stops and swim spots. Only feedback would be the variety of drinks at the bar were not as advertised on the website and didn’t have the variety to suit some people we were with.
- Brayden , 12/07/2024 06:35, Travelled in a Couple
Andro made the trip worth it all ! He is a legend
- Tayla , 09/07/2024 20:38, Travelled with Friend/s
I had such an amazing time meeting so many new people and travelling to the different beautiful cities of Croatia, definitely a memorable travelling experience!
- Anonymous, 09/07/2024 11:50, Travelled with Friend/s
Dino was a great host and the crew were amazing! Wish we spent more time in the water and breakfast wasn’t so early, but it was balance or rest and party. I also wish we got more history about Croatia when we got to the different ports.
- Mia, 05/07/2024 10:54, Travelled with Friend/s
I would’ve liked more opportunity on land to explore the islands, especially when we were docked at a port that was not in the town. Or the opportunity to get a water taxi in to explore i.e. Stari Grad.
- Anonymous, 05/07/2024 01:00, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to review your recent Sail Croatia Navigator cruise. We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. We understand that having more opportunities to explore the beautiful islands is important to you. Our team is always striving to enhance our itineraries, ensuring that our guests have ample time to discover the unique charm and beauty of each destination. We value your input and hope to welcome you back on board soon. Your insights help us to create unforgettable experiences for all our guests. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback.
Sail Croatia was good. To make it better I would suggest more effort is put into the socialising of everyone on board e.g group drinking games, getting to know people etc. guided by the host. Also more time at each destination would be good! Not sooo long at swimming spots. Our host Clara did a good job for her first ever Sail!
- Annebelle , 03/07/2024 10:10, Travelled in a Couple
A great way to visit the highlights of Croatia! Beautiful towns, wonderful company, overall a fantastic week! Activities available were good, included food amazing (cheers Johnny) and Marin was a great guide! Definitely recommended!
- Anonymous, 28/06/2024 16:10, Travelled with Friend/s
- Anonymous, 28/06/2024 12:43, Travelled with Friend/s
Overall we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves sailing through the open water and swimming in the most beautiful spots. The boat was charming and the cabins (and en-suite) were clean and spacious enough. We went on numerous excursions (top 3 - canyoning, wine tasting and bike ride) but thought most were overpriced (€20-80) and could have gotten cheaper local deals. Additionally, there were a number of unexpected and unavoidable transfers, taxis/buses to pay for (€6-10 each). Meals on board were tasty, except if you were vegetarian (don’t expect any variety). The crew was polite, yet did not engage with us. The owner, Marjan warmly welcomed us on his ship, made the best pina-coladas & was a sniper at beer pong. Our rep Luiis was the friendliest and funniest guide who made sure we enjoyed ourselves every step of the way. He excels at relating to people and trying to meet guest expectations. Would sail with Marijan and Luiis again, but not convinced of the benefit of the Sail Croatia brand.
- Michaela, 19/06/2024 17:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Michael,a, thank you for your detailed feedback and for sharing your positive experiences on our trip. We're delighted that you enjoyed sailing around the Adriatic, swimming, the excursions, and the hospitality of Marjan and Luiis. Our Navigator cruises are aimed at those aged 18-39 years, so there will be travellers onboard within this age range. We aim to ensure a good mix on all our ships, athough it depends on who has booked any given date, taking into consideration solo travellers, genders, groups, and couples. Details about excursions are found on our website and the inclusions and further information are provided in our pre-departure materials. Our Sales Team is always available to answer any questions you may have to help with budgeting purposes. We thank you for your comments and we hope that you were able to enjoy your time overall.
I had friends who previously did sail Croatia and told me about all these amazing parties and events . When I got on board and asked my host about these she informed me that the Cave Party in Makasaka wasn’t open and wouldn’t be happening (this was one of the reasons I booked with this company) there was no communication from the company prior to our trip to inform us of this. Even though they knew it wasn’t open as it was start of season. There also was no theme night on board the ship which we were under the impression there would be since it is quite commonly posted on social media amongst participants. We didn’t know anything that was happening until the day of which was stressful and made taking money out become a daily task. I do not like the fact that everything had to be in cash and there was all these extra hidden charges on excursions that were not explained before we left! Overall pretty disappointed in the sail Croatia company. Enjoyed my time but wasn’t as much fun.
- Chloe, 13/06/2024 08:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Chloe, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and we appreciate your 5-star rating for the Rep, Boat in General, Meals served and Crew. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on the cruise. We are disheartened to hear of your disappointment regarding the Cave Party and theme night. As the themed parties are through external providers, we do not have control over their operating times or schedules as these can change at any time. We understand that dealing with daily cash requirements can be frustrating, and we will strive to provide clear communication and transparency in these areas by highlighting additional costs on our website and in our pre-departure information.Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will use it to enhance our services and ensure a better experience for future travelers. We appreciate your understanding and are glad to hear that you still enjoyed your time despite any issues experienced.
Boat was a bit ordinary and not what’s in the photos and videos. Food was okay. Advertised that dinner isn’t included so assumed find something ourselves however it was organised every night which felt like we had strict time lines and did not have much freedom to explore. The dinners organised were overpriced and average. I don’t want to be eating Japanese on my first night in Croatia. I want traditional food and seafood!!! The night clubs we were taken too were small and pretty average and some overpriced!! 11€ for one drink is stupid. I also was charged wrong prices for my drinks on board, I ended up having to pay 30€ extra for drinks when I was just charged wrong. Ceili was amazing though! Best rep we could’ve asked for and she made the week so special! Have made friends for life
- Anonymous, 10/06/2024 06:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your detailed feedback! We are thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Ceili. It’s wonderful to know she made your week special and helped you form lasting friendships. Regarding the dinners, we would like to clarify that while these meals are optional, we understand that many guests prefer to dine together, which is why we organise group dinners. In regards to drinks prices, you are welcome to request a daily bar tab receipt by checking with a staff member. They will happily provide this information and address any concerns you may have. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to making improvements based on your comments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable experience in the future.
Great group of people and some awesome experiences. Not all of them were running as it wasn't peak season and we weren't notified about this until the day of. In a whole it was a good time but communication could have been improved
- Victoria, 04/06/2024 09:12, Travelled with Friend/s
We were on the "Big Blue" ship, and to start with the only negative, the ship was smaller then we anticipated. The Navigator Cruise has 2 or 3 ships you can be put on depending on the price you pay. I would describe the accommodation has a hostel on a boat. However, this did not stop us all from having the best week, I would actually say it helped! Everyone was always together having chats, listening to music on the top deck, jumping from the top deck and making a memorable week for us. Lastly the crew and tour rep were all incredible!!! Highly Recommended 🥳
- Christina , 03/06/2024 10:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Our guide Anita did an amazing job and displayed a lot of care and made sure that everyone was comfortable and were having a good time. Anton and his crew were extremely welcoming towards us. The itinerary was well thought out and locations were unreal.
- Hamish, 02/06/2024 08:57, Travelled with Friend/s
Loanna had great organisation and listened to the group as a whole Repeated important information multiple times individually and as a group to make sure we all knew what was happening She was very funny
- Anonymous, 03/10/2023 08:34, Travelled with Friend/s
I was with Katarina on Zaramaris, Kat was incredible and made the whole trip incredible. Overall had a great time but some of the meals could have been better and felt some facilities were lacking, but this may have been due to being end of season.
- Melanie, 22/09/2023 19:28, Travelled in a Couple
The crew was helpful and friendly! The food was really good, overall an amazing experience
- Ryan, 14/09/2023 12:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was amazing! Trip of a lifetime! I do recommend! Although it was very expensive, the day activities and offered meals on board are very over priced. Although it all is a lot of fun and over all I would do it again!
- Gemma, 12/09/2023 20:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Had a good time on sail and enjoyed my time sailing through Croatia. Had a great group on board and an amazing sail crew on the boat. However, we got unlucky with wind and rain while sailing which limited swimming and excursions. Also got unlucky with a tour guide who showed little interest in making it a good time on the boat. He had no sense of fun and poor organisation and communication of daily activities. In my time travelling through Europe being on several short and long tours, he was the most disappointing tour guide I’ve ever had. Overall, I was very thankful to have a great group of other travellers on board who were keen to have fun and make best of an average situation.
- Courtney , 06/09/2023 11:01, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Courtney, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are pleased to know you enjoyed your time in Croatia with your fellow travellers and amazing crew. The safety and well-being of our customers is important to us, and we understand that weather-related itinerary changes are made at times, which can result in limited swimming time - we do hope you were able to enjoy some of the amazing local beaches during the week. We are disheartened to read your comments regarding your Rep as we pride ourselves on having the best local and experienced Reps that provide helpful information and recommendations to enhance your journey, and we are pleased your rep was rated 4.4 out of 5 stars for your week. We thank you for all your comments and we hope that you will consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable cruise experience in the future.
Loved all the locations and met heaps of friends. Food and chef was great! However crew themselves weren’t the most enthusiastic about the trip particularly our guide/organiser. But you get out what you put in. Overall had a great time!
- Emily, 29/08/2023 13:38, Travelled with Friend/s
The people Some of the crew were amazing and the captain was very accomodating. We wanted to do more swimming
- Shelby , 29/08/2023 11:32, Travelled with Friend/s
Ana was amazing, she looked after us and gave us the best tips to make our trip easy and memorable.
- Rikki, 28/08/2023 09:18, Travelled with Friend/s
Had a great, rowdy group which made the week really good and entertaining! So much fun and great memories made! The crew was so lovely, food was yummy! We had 4 deck chairs between the 34 of us and 1 floaty. There were also no spare towels when they blew away while hung up. Those were the only downsides. But overall the girls and I had fun.
- Leanna, 25/08/2023 05:02, Travelled with Friend/s
Had a great week on Sail on the boat Afrodita! Great way to see beautiful parts of Croatia and meet people from all walks of life. The crew and tour manager were all excellent. The bar tab method could be improved significantly and at least one room clean should be provided during this period. Would definitely recommend but some room for improvement.
- Nouzar, 24/08/2023 12:44, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was one of the best weeks of my life. We had an amazing group that was all super welcoming and ready for anything. Barb was an exceptional guide that was always smiling and willing to have a laugh with us. The crew on board worked so hard and did not stop cleaning up after us and making sure our drinks were full. Only down side is I didn’t realise how expensive the week would be. Bar tabs, excursions and tips and the end. The week itself is already not cheap and then there was a whole lot of cots that really added up. However, that is just small part. You can make money back but the experience was well worth every penny!
- Anonymous, 22/08/2023 10:52, Travelled with Friend/s
We were travelling with 7 friends on a boat of 30. The crew and staff were wonderful and the itinerary was amazing. If you plan on spending a relaxing 7 days this Sail isn’t for you, it’s a more of a 7 day bender with no let up. Our fellow sail mates were great fun and people on other boats also made the trip one to remember. However, the rooms and bathrooms were tiny, the free breakfast is irrelevant as no one is ever awake for it and the lunches were what I would describe as a 3rd world counties school camp. I would definitely recommend trying a KJU while you’re in Croatia!
- Ben, 21/08/2023 16:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Enjoyable experience with friends. Crew and staff were great!
- Josh, 21/08/2023 16:48, Travelled with Friend/s
- Lachlan, 16/08/2023 10:14, Travelled with Friend/s
- Sarah, 14/08/2023 11:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail was an amazing experience. I want to thank Klara and the crew (Ivan and Fillip) for making it a very memorable week. Beyond the amazing crew’s efforts, I want to raise one very important consideration that Sail Croatia should acknowledge moving forward. In light of the premium price paid by each passenger, we all expected for more to be included as part of our wrist bands we wore around everywhere. We did not get anything for free with the wrist bands which was extremely disappointing. I recall friends of my mine previously doing the same sail in 2019 and noting that Carpe Diem entry fee being included, Mljet national park, Revelin and others being FREE. As is, the Sail is not cheap and I was shocked to discover the above were not included. Until Sail Croatia remedies these factors, I will not be recommending the experience to others.
- John , 07/08/2023 19:36, Travelled in a Couple
Hi John, thank you for taking the time to review your Navigator cruise with us this summer. We are so pleased to read you had an amazing experience on your cruise and I will be sure to pass your comments and kind words onto the team, thanks so much for this! I've looked into the points you have raised further and can confirm inclusions on the Navigator cruise are as per our website. The wrist bands inclusions are the same as 2019 including entry to Revelin before midnight (if no DJ is playing or special event is taking place), a welcome shot in Dos Locos and free entry to Club Deep before 11pm. The entry fee for Mljet National Park is at an additional cost, this is noted on the website to enable guests to budget correctly before their sail. Thanks again for an amazing week on board John and we look forward to having you join us again in the future!
Im just curious where my $1700AUD actually went. I understand maintenance, docking, wages etc of the ship is probably more than I anticipate. But the rooms were tiny, no space for luggage. Food was atrocious, i didnt bother eating it half the time. It would Not have Been Hard to offer a shower towel, or spare linen. I slept in my own sweat, salt and dirt for 7 days. We also had to pay for all transfers (water taxi, buses etc) even when I saw they were affiliated with Sail Croatia. Don’t get me wrong, I had an amazing week that I will never forget - but it’s the other customers on the boat that have made the trip memorable, not the company Sail Croatia itself. If all 30 people on that boat paid $1700AUD, that is over $50,000 AUD, which you are making every week. And for what? We still had to tip all the staff on the boat After as well because they rely on Tips. Like I said, the people on this trip made it worth it, not the company. Thanks for a fun week, lots to be improved on though
- Erica, 07/08/2023 09:51, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Erica, thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this summer. It is wonderful to read you had an amazing week on board and made some friends for life! I am quite disappointed to see some points did not live up to your expectations. Inclusions and any additional costs can be found on the Navigator cruise page, your pre-departure information and the FAQs section on the website to allow guests to budget ahead of time. You joined us on board a Standard ship which is our most budget-friendly option for a Navigator cruise and it is the cheapest price in the market. Our Standard ships offer shared bathroom facilities, so showering towels are not provided. We have our 'ship types' displayed via our website so guests can view images and details about each ship category. This gives in-depth information of the amenities to ensure that our advertising accurately represents the accommodations provided. Our higher category ships such as the Premier and VIP Navigator ships provide more space onboard, ensuite bathrooms and AC, so we highly recommend checking this prior to booking your cabin to avoid disappointment. Thank you again for joining is in Croatia Erica and we would love to welcome you on board again soon.
Overall had such a fun week with an amazing bunch of people! Ioana our sail leader was incredible and went above and beyond for everyone, she made the trip unforgettable. Loved the boat and swim stops. Due to weather conditions we had a few schedule changes which should have been made up for! But overall was a bucket list trip I’ll never forget!
- Josie , 01/08/2023 08:59, Travelled in a Couple
Our guide Dino made this experience unforgettable. Amazing dude with great knowledge
- Logan, 28/07/2023 00:37, Travelled with Friend/s
Our boat waiter, Marijan Skocibusic was an absolute legend! He kept the vibes up for the boat the entire week and it wouldn't have been the week it was without him. Sail's number one employee, THANK YOU MARIJAN!
- Anonymous, 23/07/2023 17:44, Travelled with Friend/s
The people and staff on boat made my experience one of the best weeks of my life the activity’s were so much fun and the islands and towns we went into were beautiful even the group dinners were amazing but the only let down was the rooms on boat I’m not sure if all rooms were like that but to even class it as a room was ridiculous me and my sister could barely walk into our room before hitting the bunk beds, the so called “on suite” we paid extra for was a shower head over the toilet, it was so gross, the pipe works in the bathroom smelt so bad we tried to create airflow by opening the door but then the aircon we paid 50 euro for would turn off as soon as the door opened we had no space to open our suit cases let alone go climb onto the top bunk. After talking to people on board learning what we paid for a room like that I’m so disappointed. this is sail Croatias fault for false advertising you show the big white boat with so much space but that’s not what we got
- Jade, 17/07/2023 07:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent cruise experience. We appreciate your positive comments about the activities, destinations, and group dinners. It's also great to see from your feedback rating that your overall experience was 5-stars and that you would also recommend us to others. However, we are disheartened to read of your disappointment caused by the room you were assigned. We have our 'ship types' displayed via our website so guests can view images and details about each ship category. This gives indepth information on the amenities to ensure that our advertising accurately represents the accommodations provided. Your feedback is important to us so thank you for all your input.
had the most amazing week on sail however tour manager was extremely disorganised and rude - fortunately i had a great group on my boat however i would not recommend the tour manager i had
- Matilda, 14/07/2023 04:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4 star review! We are so pleased to hear you had the most amazing week! We appreciate your constructive feedback regarding our representative. We have in place a robust system for training, monitoring, evaluating performance, and providing mentorship to our representatives, aiming to maintain the highest industry standards. Please rest assured your feedback has been passed on to our Operations Manager who will provide further training as applicable. We thank you again and hope to see you with us again sometime soon!
Not only did we have the most amazing group of people who are now lifelong friends we had the most amazing crew on board. Ante our captain made us all feel very safe and comfortable. Gloria was a darling and always made sure we were fed and happy. Faruk was very knowledgeable and recommended some great activities for all of us within our budgets. Marin and Kula were so lovely and kind and always did Thier best to accommodate our needs. Boshco is an amazing chef and I have been missing his cooking since i left the boat. Will be bringing my friends who missed out back again next year and we will hopefully be onboard Vosicia again. Thank you all for such an amazing week. Xxxx
- Bella, 10/07/2023 11:37, Travelled with Friend/s
Quite a few things. The boat was disappointing. It looked nothing like the pictures and when we met people from another navigator boat who paid the same price we found out their boat was as advertised where as ours was not. Our boat was the oldest and was falling apart, the day that it rained, water was leaking through lights. Very concerning. Drinks were more expensive than advertised We also missed out on half of the excursions due to unscheduled changes in the itinerary and missed staying at two locations. We were only made aware this would happen because of weather but this was not the case here. The changes were very sudden and not well communicated and as a result we missed half of the excursions. Quite disappointing. We also found that on some excursions we were charged more than if you booked directly with the company. When we are already paying so much it was very disappointing to find out. The swimming, food and Croatia was beautiful, just unfortunate about the rest.
- Aysha, 05/07/2023 14:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Aysha, Thank you for your review. I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed the swimming, food and Croatia as a whole. Upon checking the feedback you submitted, we are pleased to know you would recommend us! However, we are disheartened to hear of your disappointment with some aspects. The boat you were on is advertised on our website and is in the main video for Standard ships. Furthermore, we follow strict Health and Safety procedures and each ship is inspected by the Registry of Shipping and certified each year before the start of the season. Upon checking our internal reports, I couldn't find anything relating to leaks - had we been made aware, this would have been resolved immediately. The drinks prices are estimated only, and up to date prices are available onboard. Our internal reports confirm that all guests were made aware of the slight itinerary change, and the boat had visited all destinations outlined on the itinerary, however Mljet was replaced with Korcula due to port restrictions. Like most travel operators, we include our markup in the overall package to provide a convenient and seamless experience for our guests. We hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall enjoyment.
Had such a good time, the crew were amazing and very friendly
- Anonymous, 28/06/2023 07:16, Travelled with Friend/s
The people! We weren’t so lucky with the weather with a few rainy days, but the company made up for it. Everyone on our ship were so inviting and fun to hang out with, have definitely made some friends for life. The crew were also amazing! Romeo in particular deserves a raise!! He made this trip the best it could be!
- Anonymous, 20/06/2023 10:20, Travelled with Friend/s
Great if you want to party all week. Not ideal for a good night sleep. Toma our leader was great. Knew alot about the areas and organised everything well .
- Josh, 19/06/2023 15:24, Travelled in a Couple
We really enjoyed our time on board Kapetan Jure with sail rep Beatrix and the awesome crew! Although weather didn’t permit us to see everywhere we still had a great time exploring Croatia ! Special thanks to deck hand Mikola for fixing my suitcase and saving the day- really went above and beyond !
- Alex, 19/06/2023 10:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Had 6 days of rain so more could have been done to organise activities suitable for wet weather instead of them all being cancelled and left stuck on the boat
- Sophia, 19/06/2023 07:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your understanding that we have no control over the weather conditions, but we do acknowledge the impact it had on the activities during your trip. We value your feedback, and I will promptly forward your comments to our operations team.
I had really high expectations going into this trip, as everyone who I’d spoken to around me who’d been on it had said it is one of the best things they have ever done. The first few days were good we didn’t see heaps and didn’t go out to many places as our guides recommendations weren’t great. Then once we got to Dubrovnik it went down hill. Our guide go angry at us for going out to the same club as them, he was miss treating his trainee. Speaking unprofessional and inappropriately to all members of the sail boat, he apologised for his behaviour but then had to apologise a second time in Dubrovnik again for acting in a similar way. I was extremely upset that I had played close to $2000 aud and the person who is meant to be making this trip amazing has not only apologised twice because of his poor behaviour but also given poor recommendations and service. He didn’t even say goodbye on out last day.
- Anon , 14/06/2023 08:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with information about your experience with us. We pride ourselves on having the best local, knowledgeable and helpful reprentatives and as you had high expectations, we are sorry to hear that our guide did not display the customer service experience that we are proud to maintain. Your feedback regarding your Onboard Representative will be investigated further in light of your review, and I would like to reassure you that our Operations Manager has this to hand. Whilst we are unable to advise on outcomes here, if any further support and training is required to ensure such experiences do not occur, this will be actioned immediately. Again, we thank you for your review and we do hope that you enjoyed all other aspects of your cruise with us.
Had an awesome time, our boat crew and tour rep were incredible! They took really good care of us and helped us navigate the terrible weather we had for the first 4 days of Sail. Would honestly do it again it was so much fun, the group we had was amazing. I just wouldn't do it in May so the weather would be better. We could only do 3 out of 12 of our optional activities because of weather and a lot of bars/clubs were closed still. Our crew definately made sure to look out for us though and make sure our time was still fun #ClubCorridor
- Ethan, 25/05/2023 14:50, Travelled with Friend/s
nothing, staff and experience was amazing i just got sick whilst on the boat so couldn’t enjoy the experience like the others.
- charlotte , 17/05/2023 12:44, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Charlotte, thank you for your review! We are so pleased to read that staff and the experience itself were amazing. We are so sorry to hear you were unwell and do hope that you can come with us again to enjoy to the full experience.
The whole trip was fantastic but I would like to really highlight Aoife. She was the best person we could have had to be in charge of our boat. She was always involved and gave the best tips about all of the places we stopped. Could not recommend her enough!!!
- Anonymous, 21/09/2022 11:03, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, thank you for your review of your Navigator cruise with us this season on board Marija Magdalena. It's great to see you had a fantastic trip with us exploring Croatia and thank you so much for your kind words on Aoife, we will be sure to pass your comments onto the Team! Thank you so much.
The sail itself was amazing, not only were the crew and our host Mia so welcoming and attentive, there was plenty to see! The food on board pleasantly surprised me and we had a swim stop each day. The extra activities are loads of fun however some of them do overlap so you have to choose which one you prefer. If you are looking for more of a party boat definitely book in the peak season as I booked late august and we had a few chillers but that didn’t stop us from having a ball. Overall a great week, thanks again!
- Tayla, 05/09/2022 07:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was really good, great weather and a lot of place to visit. For a big group like I was travelling with I would of rather the rep introduced us all to each other. By not doing this we didn’t really get to know each other until the last night. Where as this should of been the first night, I didn’t know half the peoples names until later on in the trip. Crew was so nice, captain was great got to know a lot about the sail and how it all works. However apart from that it was good!
- Tilly, 31/08/2022 12:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Such a fun way to travel, waking up on the ocean each morning was amazing! Choosing the premiere boat was completely worth it for it’s ensuite and AC.
- Priyanka, 30/08/2022 12:39, Travelled with Friend/s
We had an amazing trip ! The boat was super clean. The crew ensured that the boat was always spotless. The crew was also very friendly and welcoming. Our guide mila was amazing. She was knowledgeable and went out of her way to give us tours of every place we stopped at. She was kind, funny, and made our trip the best it could be. She was organized without making us feel like we were at school. She brought the group closer. The food on the boat was cooked very well. Everyone enjoyed the food so much. I wrote on my application that I was vegan however on arrival it was not known. It would be better if there was better vegan options for me instead of the regular menu without meat. Some days all I could eat was cucumber and tomato. Also the chef used a lot of oil on my food. The food was cooked well but a load of oil was added all over it at the end. I am not used to this and it was hard to eat. Overall a great trip thanks to mila and the mali ante crew :)
- Laura , 29/08/2022 09:21, Travelled in a Couple
Was a good mix of people on our boat and had a great time. Food was good and plenty of it. The only downfall would be all the extra costs that I incurred. Was very expensive to eat and drink off board and the extra costs onboard you don’t hear about (unless your into reading the fine print). You have to pay for AC, port taxes, etc. would recommend to a friend but letting them know you will need to be prepared to spend.
- Alex, 29/08/2022 07:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Dino our sail leader and all the crew were incredible, Dino was full of great island recommendations for all excursions, swim spots, bars etc so knowledgeable and was apart of the family on our sail! Cared for everyone and ensured the entire fam on the boat was having the best experience ! The crew took care of everything the fam needed and even organised us a bbq meal which everyone craved! Great week and highly recommend!!
- Rebecca, 26/08/2022 17:55, Travelled with Friend/s
The best part of my sail was my trip manager Klara and the rest of the staff as they really went out of their way to ensure a great experience for all. I celebrate my birthday on the boat and they where kind enough to provide a cake and create a lovely atmosphere!
- Danielle , 23/08/2022 17:54, Travelled with Friend/s
We were super lucky with the other guests we got on our boat as they are what made our trip the 3 stars instead of a 1. The staff on our boat were so unorganized, uninterested and if I’m being honest just not up to the standard of a premier ship. It didn’t even feel like we had staff on board. Our excretions were either late or not booked and our food was always late and again not up to standard of what I was told I would be getting for premier. We had zero boat parties or group activities organized compared to another sail Croatia boat next to us. Brody who was leading the boat next to us was amazing he tried include us in as many activities as he could but he had his own boat to run. I give full credit to him for trying to include us. I also don’t appreciate people on the boat being messaged by the lead of our boat asking to give her a good review. If you want a good review them be a good boat host!! Definite room for improvement on this premier boat
- Brooke, 15/08/2022 20:12, Travelled in a Couple
Hi Brooke, Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the company of your fellow travellers. I'm sorry to hear you didn't find the staff onboard to be helpful. I have checked the feedback for your Onboard Representative, and the average rating was 4 stars. All our ships get to enjoy socialising onboard and also the opportunity to enjoy the nightlife in each destination. Thank you for your comments on Brody, we are pleased to hear he was helpful and simply amazing. We will be sure to pass on your kind comments to him. Reviews are based on your personal experience, and we would like these to be as honest as possible, true to your experience so we thank you for sharing this with us. We have taken your comments onboard for future improvements. Thank you.
Mila was an amazing representative. She explained everything in thorough detail, from what the day would look like, up to all the history of each and every city. She is very well educated on these topics which I enjoyed immensely and made the trip so much better.
- Josh, 12/08/2022 04:07, Travelled with Friend/s
Klara was the absolute best guide, made awesome recommendations and arranged numerous bookings for dinners and outings. She also booked a doctor appointment for myself and another member of the cruise. Would 100% recommend her on any future sails.
- Jacqueline, 07/08/2022 05:03, Travelled with Friend/s
More ventilation for the rooms particularly the ones located below deck. Food provided was not great. Placed with a more suitable group of people closer in age and relationship status.
- Andrew, 22/07/2022 10:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Andrew - thank you for your review. We appreciate your comments in regards to the ventilation. I can see you booked our Premier ship which includes air-conditioning, ensuite and spacious cabins. Our chefs aim to provide a variety of meals using fresh local produce, whilst we understand this is not to everyone's individual taste, we are sorry to hear you were disappointed with the meals served and your comments will be passed on to the Operations Team. We aim to get a good mix of travellers onboard our boats, taking into consideration age, gender, nationality and group makeup. However, this can vary and heavily depends on who has booked for any given departure. Thank you again for your review!
From the moment we stepped on the Salve Di Mare it's fair to say we were very excited on what was to come. The boat was beautiful, clean and the rooms were air-conditioned and classy. Staff were incredibly friendly, led by our guide Julie who was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire trip (not to mention great fun)! Food was incredible on the boat, a highlight being dessert for lunch! We had such a good crew with us and everyone was there to soak up the beautiful sun, swim in the crystal clear waters and have a good time. Small feedback would be that the pricier upper deck rooms were smaller than the cheaper rooms below. Needed a bit more time on the islands especially when we didn't go out to party the night before. However, from the moment we took off, we knew we had made the right choice sailing with Sail Croatia. If you have any hesitation, just book with the Salve Di Mare you will not regret it.
- Stefan, 22/07/2022 10:06, Travelled in a Couple
Klara was such an incredible guide, always willing to help, show us the best places and always had a smile on her face. She was super welcoming and made the trip great. The crew were also awesome! I wish the boat had aircon in all rooms as my friends didn’t sleep in the heat, it would also be great to have access to water at all times (not lock to water tank away at night!) Over all, an awesome week!
- Tahlia, 04/07/2022 15:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Organized itinerary, helpful host, easy going vacation that we didn’t have to worry about any planning!
- Keira, 03/07/2022 18:00, Travelled in a Couple
Well organised. Happy with the price. Made seeing Croatia very easy. Tour guide Dino was great. He was friendly, engaging, helpful, shared his knowledge and would explain were to spend money or where you would be ripped off. The breakfast and lunch is a great thing to have on the boat, loved having this, however the food was average. Had risotto 1 day for lunch and it was inedible, the rice was not cooked it was crunchy. The soups on the boat were nice. Alcohol on the body is expensive, 40 Kuna for an apple cider when you can get the same thing at a convenience store for 12 Kuna.
- E, 24/06/2022 13:00, Travelled with Friend/s
My friend & I were on the Marija Magdalena boat Split rtn Splt tour The whole experience was great, the crew absolutely fantastic, so chill, easy going & fun. And the food was great. Destinations were absolutely stunning. It really is one of the most beautiful countries. Our tour guide was Ioana, genuinely such a lovely person & exceptional at her job. Gave us detailed activities every day via the WhatsApp group with all the info needed.. I was lucky enough to spend my Bday on the boat which all the crew made really special with cake, ballons, banners & drinks. The ship itself had great facilities such as lounge chairs, outdoor eating areas ect The only negative thing I have to say is- 2 of our friends canceled on the day of the tour, we asked if one of us could take the spare room. It came back from the office that this was not possible which was dissapointing. During a pandemic i don't see why this should have been an issue. Experience would've been 5* if they allowed this.
- Kelly , 28/09/2021 10:22, Travelled with Friend/s
The Sail Croatia was a great experience and a good way to travel around many of the Croatian islands and cities, however it was disappointing that given our tour commenced after Oct 1, many activities were closed. Some warning about this would be good to ensure expectations are met. Apart from this, the tour was fun, our leader did her best to give us brief historical overviews of Croatia as well as the various towns we visited and it was overall a positive experience.
- Sarah, 14/10/2019 02:34, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Sarah, thanks for the review - we really appreciate it! We believe that the best way to truly enjoy the Dalmatian coast is by ship. In October the season is starting to wind down which means that not all bars and restaurants are open in each location, but October also brings some great benefits such as less crowds in tourist destinations and lower cruise prices! We would really love to have you on board again in the future. Thank you again Sarah for your review.
Mumma T was so nice, energetic and welcoming! She was very good as she knew a lot about Croatia and had great recommendations and also shared interesting facts and information of the history of places we visited. The rest of the crew was also very good and kind to us all. The food was great we were all well fed and it was super tasty. Most of all being able to have everything planned for each day and being able to relax on the boat was really nice.
- Analese, 11/10/2019 19:39, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Analese, thank you for your 5 star review of your Navigator cruise with us this season on board Mala Kate, one of our Standard ships. It's awesome to read your comments on the team on board including Mama T! :) It is wonderful you all had such an amazing time and we do hope you will join us again soon. Thank you so much!
We got on the Big Blu for the 5 day Navigator cruise. It was a lot of fun with a nice balance of activities, partying and relaxing at the swim stops. The boat was kept tidy and clean every day thanks to the boat crew. The crew were very sociable and great fun to hang out with. Shout out to Marko, Hicela and Mateo. I can see a lot of work goes into the smooth running of the sailing week. Would definitley return to the Big Blu.
- Tanja, 27/09/2019 12:33, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Tanja - thanks for your review of your Navigator cruise with us this season on board Big Blue, it is great that you'd join us again, we look forward to having you! We do true our best to a good balance of partying, socialising and relaxing, so we are pleased to read you liked the balance of the cruise. Many thanks for adding to an awesome atmosphere on board!
- Rob, 15/09/2019 11:07, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your 5 star review!
Had an absolute ball, Croatia is truely breathtaking! The ship itself was awesome. Thank god for Rosa, Marko and Robi being so amazing because the other half and the tour leader sucked and were creepy. Ivan watched over me as I did my first review, making me uncomfortable and not being able to say how i truely felt, while questioning the generous 3 rating I gave him. He seemed like he didn’t want to be there and made a few of the girls uncomfortable. Sorry to be so negative, but I made some great friends and enjoyed then destinations.
- Kristen, 12/09/2019 06:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Kirsten, Thank you for your 4-star review. We are pleased to hear you had an absolute blast on our cruise and found the ship and the destinations, simply awesome - it's really great to hear. Your comments regarding Rosa, Marko and Robi will be passed on to them, thanks. We are sorry to read your comments about Ivan. We pride ourselves on having the best guides, who are professional, friendly and helpful, but also have a passion for their country and culture, so we are really disappointed to read your comments, especially as Ivan has received an average of 4 star ratings. We have highlighted this to his Manager for future improvements, thank you. We're glad you got to make some friends on your journey and we hope to see you again real soon!
Group leader Tea was great- quite fun and informative on each place we stopped at whilst also making the effort to mingle with us and make our trip the best possible. Only downside was my lower deck cabin among with other people’s being very hot at night and the fan didn’t work with also not much ventilation down there but other then that I would recommend the sail to others.
- Isaac, 09/09/2019 06:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks so much for your review! It is amazing to hear that Tea was such a great Representative for you and your group. I'll be sure to pass your comments onto our Operations Manager regarding the Lower Deck cabins. Thank you for your recommendation!
Our rep Tea and the crew made it such a memorable week of exploring new destinations, swimming in the clearest water and making a ton of new friends!!
- Alice, 04/09/2019 09:45, Travelled with Friend/s
Awesome to hear you had an amazing week - we hope to see you on board again soon :)
We had an amazing week on our boat. The crew and our guide 'Duje' ensured we all had a fantastic experience. Our lower level standard room (room 14) seemed to be the smallest on the boat which was the only negative of our trip. Luckily we had an amazing crew and fellow guests which made up for it!!
- Anonymous, 28/08/2019 07:55, Travelled in a Couple
Hi there, we are so pleased that you had a great week with us this season on board Tvrdi. Thank you for your review and of course for joining us for an amazing week on board!
Sail Croatia was a great way to end my big Europe trip! The sail was what I expected, lots of food, dancing and fun. Dujè and crew were fantastic and very helpful when needed. Would recommended this to all of my friends :)
- Eliza , 27/08/2019 18:49, Travelled with Friend/s
Great to hear you had such an awesome experience with us this summer - thank you for your recommendation, we hope you will join us again soon for another amazing week on board.
Great trip we had a great manager duje klaric who made the trip easier and helped us have fun
- Jackson, 27/08/2019 14:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review and for joining us this season! :)
Split return was amazing! The landscape was beautiful sailing along for the week, we partied at great places every night and the food was more than average considering the tiny kitchen they had to work with. We also paid the extra to be above deck but the fan in our room did nothing with the heat and during the afternoon the sun would beam down on our rooms making it impossible to sleep. I’d recommend going below deck because it is so much cooler down there at night. My only downer would be that out main tour guide was a bit lazy with the group. Compared to previous organised tours, it felt like he would just tell us where to go but had no involvement with us feeling a little disconnected.
- Gabby , 26/08/2019 08:31, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 5 star review of your cruise with us this season on board Tuna - one of our Ensuite ships. It is great to hear you had such an awesome week on board. Thank you!
Cannot recommend Sail Croatia more! It definitely exceeded all expectations and I’ve left with a tight nit family of 30 absolutely amazing humans. Our lead Duje was great at giving honest, helpful advice and the whole Crew always attended to our needs!
- Sophia, 23/08/2019 18:29, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for joining us for a great week on board! Amazing that the cruise exceeded your expectations and you got on so well with everyone.
Such a great group of people and went to such beautiful places
- Claudia, 23/08/2019 15:08, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review!
This cruise would have been great if we we're party people, but we were looking more for a tour of Croatia. Besides that, the excursions were amazing, the crew was really kind and the food was great! We had a great time.
- Anonymous, 22/08/2019 21:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Awesome that you had a great time on board Tuna, one of our Ensuite ships. Thanks for joining us.
We had an awesome guide, Dan, whom went out of his way to ensure we had a great experience. Great guide, even better mate. Big ups to the front of house crew too Lucy, Dario and Josip.
- Nick, 19/08/2019 17:19, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your 5* rating. So glad you had a good time with us and we will make sure the crew get their shout out!
In all I had a great time on the Split Return - Navigator tour. We chose to go Premier and I was really happy with the boat and accommodation - very clean and spacious. Initially and at times during the week however, I found Sail Croatia staff to be unfriendly and rude. There were times staff burst in on our cabin which I found to be an invasion of privacy. Food was generally okay - would be good to have a menu provided for the week. The onboard BBQ was a highlight though - the food was great!! Should also not that the vast majority of passengers are from Australia (32 of 36 passengers on my boat) - obviously not an issue, just a slight surprise!
- Kate, 19/08/2019 16:34, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time on our Navigator cruise, the accommodation and found the food to be a highlight! However, we are really disappointed to hear that some of the staff were unprofessional at times. This will be passed on to the Operations Manager - thank you for bringing this to our attention. Our cruises are popular with Antipodeans as well as travellers from other parts of the world. Sounds as though your cruise and departure date was well sought after my our Australian travellers😊.
Probably would have made it more clearer how much the drinks were and felt a bit cheated on the tab. Personally don’t think I drank as much as they had written down but I guess that’s their way of making money, then getting the cold shoulder for not tipping them..? Overall good experience but that’s with the other people on the boat. If you do plan on doing sail Croatia, make sure you’re not on a boat with Zak.
- Sed, 19/08/2019 09:08, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks so much for your review. We are sorry to hear you were disappointed with some aspects of the cruise. Our rep Zak has received raving reviews this season, so we are surprised to read your comments here. In regards to the bar tab, you are welcome to request a copy of this daily for budgeting purposes and to keep track of consumption. Tipping is optional and at your discretion and in no way should be pressured. We are glad you enjoyed some fun in the sun and had an enjoyable overall experience, we just hope that these issues didn't detract from your Croatian experience and we thank you again for your comments which will be addressed accordingly.
The boat crew and tour lead made this an enjoyable week long party. It would have been nicer to maybe have more time in each spot, however that is a benefit of hindsight. Rooms are as you expect however the en-suites leave room for improvement. The common bathroom and shower areas are sufficient. Croatia really turned on the sun for us with great weather the whole trip.
- Anonymous, 19/08/2019 08:18, Travelled in a Couple
Thanks for your 5-stars. We're really glad you got a taste of how lovely Croatia can be, especially in the summer sun! We'll be sure to pass your comments on to the crew and your tour leader. We try to get a good balance between time on land and sea so that everyone gets to enjoy the swim stops in gorgeous secluded bays, and the convenience of docking right outside the towns to explore. Thank you for your comments on our Ensuite ships, for added luxury and comfort, we would recommend our Premier ship next time🙂
Ela and the crew made the sail so enjoyable wouldn’t of been the same without them
- Hayley , 19/08/2019 07:29, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you so much - we will pass your comments on to Ela and the crew!
When booking the sail I informed them about our dietary requirements when on the boat the staff had no idea about my dietary requirements. The staff were very helpful and accommodated to me but I think it is very poor communication from the sales staff who we booked through to the staff on the ship.
- Anna, 14/08/2019 10:56, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear the crew accommodated your dietary requirements and you were able to enjoy more of the foods you can eat daily. I have checked our records, and can see that your dietary requirements were noted and passed on to the crew via the Sales Team. We are sorry to hear that the crew were not aware of these requirements and we will be looking into this further. Having a look at your feedback for the week, we are really happy to see that you rated us 5 stars for everything and 4 stars for your lunch. We hope that this didn't detract from your overall experience on the cruise. Thank you.
The destinations were really good but the food was not good and the AC in the room was not working as expected, the room was never cold enough.
- Lucca, 13/08/2019 11:51, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your comments and hope that you enjoyed Croatia as a whole. Our chefs aim to provide meals to cater for a variety of tastes and are able to offer more of the foods you can eat daily. In regards to the AC, where there is a need for improvement, our representative is always on hand to ensure that standards are met but they are only able to do so if they are made aware. Thank you again!
Pros: Met plenty of great people on our boat, swim stops in beautiful locations, scenic locations visited and clubs on offer for the north route. Cons: Expensive (Bar prices very expensive comparative to on land options considering you would rather sit on the boat and drink, maybe some more happy hour specials on popular drinking options not just the already expensive options.) (Excursion prices outrageous especially in comparison to the prices offered by other tour agencies on land.)
- Matt, 12/08/2019 22:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. We are really happy to know you enjoyed meeting like-minded travellers on your cruise and enjoyed the wonderful swim stops and scenic locations. We appreciate your comments on the bar prices and this is something we will pass on to the Operations Manager, highlighting more happy hour specials. We try to keep our prices competitive and offer our excursions as an optional activity during the week. We hope that overall you enjoyed your week in Croatia, thank you.
Extremely high quality of the ship and cabins. Professional guide and crew. Well chosen destinations. Variation of activities. Very high standard on the lunch.
- Maria, 12/08/2019 05:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks so much for your lovely comments. We are really happy to know that you enjoyed all aspects of your cruise and we hope you will join us again soon :-).
The cabins were dirty
- Angela, 12/08/2019 02:55, Travelled with Friend/s
We thank you for your review. We have a rigorous process in place for any issues that arise which are rectified immediately, if we are made aware. Upon checking our internal records, I cannot find any such reports raised with your representative and I'm sorry to hear about your cabin. Looking at your feedback for the week, we are pleased to know you found the crew great, the boat in general 5* and that you would recommend us to others, thank you!
Amazing crew, great guest's on board
- Jad, 11/08/2019 15:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks so much!
Daniel was a fantastic host and represented the company extremely well. I had a great time and all the crew onboard were really nice. Bartender Ivana was always cheerful and full of life. Chef Igor was a great cook and a very friendly person. While I had limited interactions with the sailors, they were both very nice when I did see them. The boat itself was lacking in some areas. The toilets always had a terrible smell. I understand that sewage systems onboard are not great however the smell in our toilet at all times was unbearable. It was no fault of the company or people on board, but something to consider in the future. All in all, the trip was great!
- Matthew, 09/08/2019 17:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you so much for your review - we are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your overall experience on our cruse and found your host Daniel to be an important part of this experience. We will pass your kind comments on to the entire crew, thank you! We have a rigorous process for any issues that arise on our cruises which is actioned immediately if we are made aware. Upon checking our internal records, I cannot see that these issues were raised with your representative. We appreciate your comments and these will be highlighted to our Operations Team, thank you. Thanks again for providing us with your review and we hope that these issues in your cabin didn't detract from your overall experience!
Had a great time, staff where amazing!
- Dyllan, 09/08/2019 07:56, Travelled in a Couple
Awesome to hear you had a great time! Thank you :)
The trip was amazing. The only suggestions I would make would be to have more chances to do optional activities. Most of the activities we signed up for ended up not going ahead due to not enough people signing up . The Tarin crew and Zach were amazing and really made the trip that much better.
- Anonymous, 05/08/2019 19:35, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you so much for your review! As excursions operate on minimum numbers, if there is not enough interest for a particular excursion, this will not go ahead which is very unfortunate for those wanting to join. There are a number of excursions available during your week which your Onboard Rep can assist with. Thanks so much, we will pass your comments on to the Tarin crew and Zach!
Get a captain that actually likes young people seeing as it is a cruise for youth and partying. Staff members should be happy and willing to serve us on the boat, not treat it like its a hassle. When major stops are missed, equal opportunities or activities should be planned instead rather than wasting days at the same ports. The trip was disappointing.
- Abby, 05/08/2019 05:38, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. The captain and ship have sailed our Navigator cruises for several years, so we are disappointed to read your comments. Having a look through our rigorous reports, I can see that in Korcula the ship experience an electrical failure in the morning and was repaired by midday - this resulting in the ship missing out on Mljet. Your representative had organised a walk through the city in Korcula and as a gesture all guests onboard received a free BBQ. We hope that you enjoyed other aspects of the cruise and we thank you again.
Was an awesome week with a great group of people and staff. Our sail rep Bri was amazing. She was very helpful and organised in keeping our week flow nicely. We were always given a brief before each location and knew exactly what the plan was for each stop. It was also good to hear a little history of each stop as well in her briefs. Bri and the crew on Milena were amazing. Thanks again for a great week.
- Stefan , 03/08/2019 04:15, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you so much for your lovely review - we really are happy to hear you enjoyed your Sail Croatia experience and your comments will be passed on to your rep Bri - we agree, she is amazing! Thanks :-)
The facilities, people and crew were everything i expected - sometimes even more! However I had hoped the activities were better explained and organised. I also hoped the food was much better, as I saw many images on Sail Croatia's social media which looked much better than what we got. But most meals were tasty. One thing i did not expect was how late we sometimes arrived on the islands, but again, i can understand that too, so was fine with it. I would just warn others not to expect to do/see too much on the islands as there often isn't much time at all between arrival, dinner and going out. Nonetheless - an experience I won't forget! Thank you :)
- Hannah, 02/08/2019 01:48, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, thank you for your detailed review of your Navigator cruise with us this season. I do want to thank you for your feedback and will be passed this onto our Operations Manager so that we can improve for the future. We're very pleased to hear you had a great time. Thank you for joining us and we hope to see you again soon :)
The trip was awesome, really enjoyed visiting the islands and the crew on the boat definitely added to a really great vibe. The only thing is drinks are a bit pricey to be fair their basically regular pub prices but otherwise was still a great time.
- Lachlan, 02/08/2019 00:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for joining us this season on board Tvrdi!
Bathroom smelt awful, couldn’t sleep. Fans, wifi, electricity didn’t work. Food had too much oil and salt Not enough vegetarian options Not enough time at swim spots
- Darren, 31/07/2019 18:31, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. There are a couple of points in your review that I just need to clarify for other travellers considering booking with us. We are sorry to hear of the issues mentioned. We have a very rigorous process in place for handling any such issues that may arise, and we will effectively resolve these immediately if we are made aware of the situation. Upon checking our reports, I cannot find any incident being raised regarding the bathroom, wifi, fans and electricity. In saying this, we will be raising these points to the Operations Manager for future improvements . Having a look at the feedback provided, we thank you for giving us 5-stars for your cabin overall and would recommend us to others, thank you. We hope these issues didn't detract from your overall experience.
This was my second sail. I loved the first one so I came back with my partner. Tea was amazing she made our experience even better. She was present, friendly and approachable. The boat was great as well as the captain. I do however have a recommendation about the bar. On my last sail we each had wristbands where each drink purchased was recorded on a computer system. This time it was controlled by the bar staff on a sheet where I and many of the other guests had been over charged. Even to the point where we took photos for proof and magically the numbers increased over night. I believe the bar tab should be in the hands of the customer and not the staff. This ended badly and effected the overall experience. I felt that it was cheaper and much better to buy drinks on the islands and not on the boat. Ivona was so lovely, Adriana could have been a bit more approachable and friendly. I am speaking as a guest who does not drink much (1-2 drinks a day on board). Thank you for a great time
- Ashleigh , 29/07/2019 07:38, Travelled in a Couple
Many thanks for your 4 star review! I want to thank you for your feedback, we do really appreciate this as this enables us to improve for the future. It's wonderful to hear you had a good time and that you were happy with your on board Representative Tea. I'll be sure to pass your kind words onto her. I've forwarded your comments regarding the bar tab system on board Azimut to our Operations Manager so that this can be improved for the future, thank you for bringing this to our attention. We do appreciate you as a valued customer of ours and are glad the issues raised did not deter you from having a great time on board. Thanks for joining us!
Really enjoyed meeting new people and exploring new places. The cruise was well-paced and we had plenty of time to see the sights or recover from the nights out! Food on-board was great and the crew were very friendly and helpful. Wouldn’t hesitate to do the trip again!
- Mike, 26/07/2019 14:42, Travelled with Friend/s
From the very first day to the moment I stepped for the big the whole crew looked after us. We all had the best time with our crew and couldn’t thank Dan enough. I always felt safe having Dan around and he brought us so much fun and knowledge throughout the whole trip. Anytime there was a slight issue he would always come through for us keeping us out of trouble and checking we were happy and having a great time. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!
- Jayde , 26/07/2019 10:11, Travelled with Friend/s
We had rooms on the lower deck of the boat. There was constant smells of petrol in these cabins (even worse when it was rough seas because the boat motor was working even harder) ... it actually was a huge health and safe issue with it being so much gas at one point I had to go upstairs to get air because I felt so dizzy. There was not a running air conditioning( or air vents anywhere) that allowed for fresh air to be pumped into these cabins so it was really not a great experience to sleep/ stay on board. This wouldn’t be acceptable in Australia or New Zealand, as of the health and safety risks here but because it is Croatia this slipped by. Really not up to standards.
- Anonymous, 26/07/2019 06:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. We have a rigorous process in place for handling any issues that may arise whilst you are on our your cruise. Following this process gives us the opportunity to try and resolve an issue during the trip, and work with you in finding a suitable solution to ensure all parties are happy, if given this opportunity. Looking through our internal reports, we cannot find any record of your dissatisfaction with your cabin, nor have there been any incidents raised for such issues on your ship this season. As you had booked our Ensuite ship, there is a port hole in your cabin for extra ventilation. Air-conditioning is not included on this particular ship type, however we recommend our Premier ships for this amenity. We are pleased to know that your travel companion found all services on this cruise to be of high standards, with ratings of 4-5 stars. We hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall experience and again, we thank you for all your comments.
We had the best time on sail Croatia, the perfect mix of seeing Croatia and partying. The tour had lots of great opportunities to make the most of your week. Thanks to our awesome crew for making it an unforgettable week!
- Mardi, 12/07/2019 08:40, Travelled in a Couple
Awesome to hear you had the best time on board Tuna with us this season - thank you for your review. We do hope you'll join us again in the future, thank you!
Sail did not exceed my expectations. There were far too many girls on board and it was a mess upon arrival with our towels stained. Our speakers were too quiet with none on the top deck - where everyone sat. The guide Zac did an amazing job with including each guest and ensuring everyone was happy. Not only was he professional and had great knowledge but was also considered a friend among the guests - who went above and beyond to help us create life long memories. The crew did a great job at making the guests feel uncomfortable. It was clear that they didn’t like Zac (as they had openly said to other guests). The bartender said that she wanted to get him kicked off the boat. Alena lied to us about the price of the bell shots compared to other boats, and spread false and inappropriate rumours about fellow guests and Zac around the boat. I’ve never experienced a tour-guide to put as much effort into his job like Zac, who excelled in high pressure situations with a large number of guests
- Jordan , 08/07/2019 11:34, Travelled with Friend/s
Many thanks for your review. I want to thank you for your feedback, we do really appreciate this as this enables us to improve for the future. Thank you for your comments on your Representative Zac, it's wonderful to hear he did such a great job on board with you and your fellow travellers. We do always try our best for an even mix of gender ratio, however this is not always possible due to the nature of bookings we receive. I've passed your comments on regarding the towels and speakers on board Navigator to our Operations Manager, thank you for brining this to our attention. We do appreciate you as a valued customer of ours and are glad the issues raised did not deter you from having a great time on board. Thanks for joining us!
The tour manager was great (zac) he was friendly, Informative and extremely caring for us and always went to extreme lengths to make sure we were okay by the end of the trip it really felt like we had all formed a special bond with him - it was really upsetting to see the crew on board treat him poorly and act in a racist manner making his job 20x harder. They crew were not welcoming to him and did not treat him as a part of the team which as guests we could see it dampened his mood however he still kept his high spirits to ensure we were having the best time - i really enjoyed my time on the boat but honestly the only let down was the crew - the captain was rude and the bar tender was only out to harm the tour guide (hiding his ipad, his tip jar and telling guest that ringing the bell was the same price on all boats) - the rooms needed to be cleaned lightly and we should of been offered fresh towels
- Olivia H, 08/07/2019 11:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there! Thank you for your review. I want to thank you for your feedback, we do really appreciate this as this enables us to improve for the future. It is great to hear you did have a great time on board and that your Representative Zac was friendly, informative and caring towards you all. I'm sorry to hear you felt this way about the crew and captain on board. I've advised our Operations Manager of this, thank you for drawing this to our attention. We do appreciate you as a valued customer of ours and are glad the issues raised did not deter you from having a great time on board. Thank you!
Zac really made our experience 100 times better. He went above and beyond to give us as much info on the town as possible. He helped the group intergrade very easily with his down to earth, friendly personality. I found many times the crew to be working against Zac, and while he was doing the best job possible they did not seem to be cooperating with him and this made his job a lot harder then it needed to be. Many times I found the crew to be unprofessional, spreading information relating to Zac which was untrue and created an unhealthy environment for guests to interact. The captain was not very interactive with the guests. Our belongings were chucked in the bin before we had even exited the boat without any prior warning. We had a large group of 42 guests but Zac did an amazing job to create such a good atmosphere and resolve any incidents as quickly as they arose. If it wasn’t for Zac our time on the boat would Not be the same and I can’t thank him enough for the memories made :)
- Sophie , 08/07/2019 11:20, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review of your Navigator cruise with us this season. We're really are so pleased to hear what a wonderful Representative Zac was for you and the other 41 guests on board! I'll be sure to pass your kind words and thanks onto him and also our Operations Manager. I'm sorry to hear you felt this way about the crew and captain on board. I've advised our Operations Manager of this so that this can be improved for the future. Thank you so much for joining us this season!
Daniel was a great tour manager and the crew were wonderful on our Split Return South sailing trip. We had such a great week! A favorite part was the swimming stops and if possible, more time would have been appreciated at those. The only other thing I would suggest is more communication. We were told at lunch the various schedules of the day. I think it would help if there was a “day sheet” or some sort of schedule hanging for people to refer to and take a photo of for reference. Contiki uses this and we have found it very helpful.
- Katie, 06/07/2019 09:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there - thanks for your review! We're glad to hear you had a great week on your Split Return (South) cruise and enjoyed the swim stops! We appreciate your suggestion on a day sheet, thank you - we will feed this back to our Operations Team!
Sail Croatia week was one of the best weeks of our Europe trip. Although prepare your livers - there is a lot of drinking and partying in a different location each night. Great secret swim spots each day to wash away the hangover. Our Sail Croatia host Ivana on the Navigator ship was super helpful and informative! And shout out to our bartender Alena for her positive attitude and always making sure we were having a great time! Would not have been the same without these ladies!
- Gabi, 02/07/2019 16:34, Travelled in a Couple
Hi there - thank you for your review of your Navigator cruise with us this season! We really are pleased to hear that your Sail Croatia week was one of the best during your time in Europe. Great that you enjoyed the swim stops! I'll be sure to pass your kind words onto Ivana and the rest of the team on board, it's amazing that they made the trip for you :) Thank you!
Weather was amazing, our Captain took us to the best swim stops everyday (Go Tuna) which cured the hangover really fast, food was good, people were great, dinners were nice and the bars were very cool and quirky. Would have loved fans or air con to survive the heat somedays & would rather pay my bar tab as I went instead of lump sum at the end.
- Katrina, 01/07/2019 06:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review - we're glad you enjoyed your time onboard Tuna and got to visit some amazing places during your stay with us. We know the weather was really hot during your cruise, as you booked an Ensuite cabin (which excludes air-con) maybe next time book one of our lovely Premier ships to ensure you are kept cool in your cabin with the included air-con facilities. You are welcome to request a copy of your bar tab at any time for budgeting purposes, just let your bar man know ;-)
We loved the tour! The swim stops every day were amazing, the lunch provided each day was exquisit. The places we went on the tour were so beautiful. The only thing that would have been good was knowing the layout of the day and what times everything would be. Also would say that in the boat we were in the room was super small which was expected. There is an aircon in the hallway and if the cabin doors are left open it does get cool. The tour itself and our manager were awesome. He had lots of facts and information about every place we were going. He recommended well priced places and knew a lot about the places we were in. Was a great time.
- Nicole, 25/06/2019 13:20, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there! Thank you so much for your honest review. It really is great to hear you loved the tour, your time with us on board and also on the swim stops enjoying beautiful Croatia. As the ships are small motor cruisers the cabins onboard our Standard ships can be a little small, so we encourage you to spend more time exploring :). However, if you were wanting a larger cabin - we recommending opting for the Premier ship option. Awesome that your Tour Manager had lots of facts and information about each location, this can make you feel like you really have got to know the country well even in just the 1 week of sailing! Thank you so much for your recommendation, we're glad you had a great time.
You get to meet new people travelling all over the world
- Anonymous, 24/06/2019 11:51, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review Gemma - glad to hear you enjoyed yourselves!
It would be good to have a profile of each boat online so we can actually see what we are paying for and what boat your going to stay in. I felt there was too many swim stops of doing nothing and not enough excursions. The alcohol on board was very little , the drinks were mostly juice very small measurements. A shower room would be essential, we were showering with a shower head in a toilet. The crew were amazing though and made it a great trip
- Danielle, 24/06/2019 07:17, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your honest review. We're glad the crew were amazing and were a welcomed inclusion on your trip! I see that you booked a cabin on our Standard ship (cost effective, small rooms, no ensuite) - we have descriptions available for each of our Navigator ship categories available on our website, so that you know what you're in for. We are always happy to provide additional information and answer any questions if need be :-). We try to get a good balance of on-shore vs off-shore experiences, so we do appreciate your comments here.
Ana our guide was fantastic. She was absolutely lovely and so knowledgeable. She was always there for any of the passengers aboard when we needed her. I cannot say one bad thing about Ana. We all loved her. However the boat bartender was very moody and rude at times. Sometimes it felt like we were being treated like children. The crew did not interact much with the passengers and seemed like they didnt want to be there. We were given 1 towel to use for the whole week and it rained most of the week. It's pretty hard to dry a towel when it's raining and damp, we didnt appreciate this. Overall I still really enjoyed meeting all the lovely passengers and made some news friends that I will hopefully see again. The boat itself had broken stereo speakers and we werent allowed to play music at alot of the stops. Come on it's a party boat, music is a must people! Sail Croatia might want to consider hiring a new boat.
- Kyle, 06/06/2019 09:29, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your review. We are really pleased to hear your guide Ana was lovely, helpful and knowledgeable - we will be sure to pass this on to the Operations Manager. We are also glad you made some new friends and enjoyed the company of your fellow passengers. We appreciate your comments regarding the towel, crew and stereo - all your comments will be passed on to the relevant department to rectify this immediately. Thank you again and we hope overall, you enjoyed your time with us.
Friendly crew, nice locations, decent food provided.
- Mia, 03/06/2019 10:35, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review!
The staff onboard our cruise were some of the best people I’ve ever met, they worked so hard but still found time to joke around and have fun with us. Overall the trip was one of the best weeks of my travels so far! The other travellers on the boat were so much fun. I was nervous at first as to how I would go making new friends but instead I made a whole new family. However, I thought it was a bit cheeky that the clubs (main disappointment, Deep) advertised to us by head office weren’t even open at the time of our cruise so it was never going to be an option for us to attend... I would have preferred they had been a bit more honest with what we were going to have available to us at the time of year the cruise was offered.
- Anonymous, 16/05/2019 10:32, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the cruise overall, had loads of fun, and met some great people. We know how nerve wracking it can be joining a boat with a bunch of new people, however we are happy to know you and your fellow travellers became one big family at the end of the cruise. In regards to the clubs and bars in Croatia, opening times can vary and if this is the case, your representative will offer some great alternative options. Thank you again for your review!
We met a few really great people who will be friends for life. The crew on board the boat were amazing.
- Jess, 27/09/2018 13:47, Travelled in a Couple
What an amazing week packed full of exciting adventures, beautiful swim stops, and tasty food. The crew was fantastic and engaging and ran us through the history of each location along with food recommendations and must-see spots! Highly recommend if you love to party, meet new people and be blown away by Croatia's beauty.
- Anna, 28/08/2018 10:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to write your review! It is wonderful to hear you had a great time onboard our Navigator cruise. We are very pleased that you were warmly welcomed. We hope to see you again soon!
I absolutely loved Sail Croatia. So much fun and met so many people! Our crew was great and we couldn't have asked for a better guide than Ivana! She was so awesome to have on board with us! Would recommend Sail Croatia to any of my friends and would definitely do it again.
- Lucy, 27/08/2018 02:15, Travelled with Friend/s
The people we met on the boat, the crew and the islands
- Sam , 21/08/2018 03:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Great host. Small boat so small crew which I liked. Its the 2nd time I have done this and had more fun this time.. nikos was legendary. Always helpful and fun
- Tai, 20/08/2018 08:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Wifi needs to work :)
- Yianoula, 09/08/2018 12:50, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review! WIFI is restricted to mobile network coverage and download limits apply as advertised on our website. We hope to see you with again soon!
I travelled with my partner (both from NZ), I’m 23 and he is 26. We went on a navigator cruise from Dubrovnik to Split. I highly recommend this cruise if you are young, love to meet meet new people and love to party. We had met an awesome bunch of people and also had a cool boat crew. We had the most epic week, made lots of memories and met some amazing new friends while exploring 7 places in beautiful Croatia. Cheers Sail Croatia!!
- Annabel, 06/08/2018 09:14, Travelled in a Couple
Sail was definitely a much better experience as I was on the premier plus boat. Aircon was a big bonus and the parts were insane. Very much recommend !
- Damian, 05/08/2018 18:52, Travelled with Friend/s
The friends that were made
- Giulietta, 03/08/2018 14:52, Travelled in a Couple
Tour Guide, People on board, the locations we stopped at. A/Cs in rooms probably need upgrading. Apart from that I would definitely recommend to anybody wishing to travel through Croatia.
- Michael , 30/07/2018 12:44, Travelled in a Couple
the swim stops were the best, and happy hour!
- Chloe , 30/07/2018 00:33, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew and staff made the boat bearable! After spending so much time in the pockets of other people it was a relaxing and fun experience! The party scene was phenomenal and the perfect summer vacation! Lots of fun and highly recommend
- Stephanie , 24/07/2018 12:51, Travelled with Friend/s
All of the crew were really nice and made you feel welcome! They were also very accommodating for everyone! Duje the rep on our boat was very nice! He was very informative and was able to give clear instructions on which excursions we must do and what things we must see in each town! This made the days flow very easy!
- Bianca, 09/07/2018 15:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Ah good people. Fantastic staff (Marina). Lovely location. Great management from Daniel and the food was exceptionally good.
- Anonymous, 02/07/2018 07:51, Travelled with Friend/s
Net loads of great people. Everyone friendly and fun. Visited some beautiful places for a great price. The food on board was so much better than expected and the crew were lovely. Ivan, the guide, was really friendly and helpful and made the trip run smoothly.
- Miriam , 25/06/2018 09:34, Travelled with Friend/s
For someone that usually gets unwell on boats I'm happy to say that I felt great on this sail. The Capatain was great, swim spots were so beautiful and we got to stay for a good amount of time. I loved all the little islands/towns we got to explore. My boat TUNA was amazing with such a great group of people, we had a lot of fun 😂 Katarina our guide was very lovely and would go above and beyond for all of us! Would defiantly do it again.
- Tinnielle, 25/06/2018 08:43, Travelled with Friend/s
The Sail Croatia crew on our ship Tuna were outstanding! My partner and I are both vegan and gluten free so I was hesitant at first to book but the chef and crew paid attention to our dietary requirements and provided the most yummiest lunches!!! We were so over the moon! A huge thanks to them!!! Our tour guide Mila was friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed going to secret swimming spots everyday to refresh and relax! It was a tiring but cool and rewarding week at sea!
- Evette, 25/06/2018 06:43, Travelled with Friend/s
Heaps of fun, drinks and people!!
- Liam Fraser, 16/10/2017 14:25, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a great time on our cruise! Our group was really good and everyone got along great, the food was amazing!!!! We also loved the staff! Croatia was beautiful!
- Renee, 10/10/2017 11:37, Travelled in a Couple
Had an awesome time!! Boat was great, staff and the food were awesome. We did heaps of swimming and tanning which was great, only thing I would say is don't bother with the buggys they weren't worth it! Totally do the wine tour though! everything else was awesome!
- Amalie, 07/10/2017 17:47, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff and the way everything was handled.
- Scott Williamson, 24/09/2017 23:05, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was amazing. The islands we visited were stunning and the daily ocean swim stops were so much fun. The staff were friendly and we made good friends with them and we felt looked after. We bonded so much with our group and every night going out together was heaps of laughs and good times. Unfortunately there was bed bugs on our ship and we gave one of the other couples our mattress after the crew didn't sort out the problem and they and many others had no where to sleep. That was the only negative.
- Ellie, 18/09/2017 07:28, Travelled in a Couple
Thank you for your 4-star review. We are pleased to hear you found Sail Croatia amazing and the islands visited, and swim stops lots of fun! Thank you for your comments on the staff, it's nice to hear you were well looked after and bonded with the rest of the good group onboard your boat. We have a rigorous processes for any sightings of bed bugs on our boats and I have checked our internal records. I see that a few guests boarded the boat with bed bugs that they contracted prior to joining our cruise. Our crew had followed our 'bed bug' process and offered a full cabin service and organised drycleaning of their personal belongings. We appreciate your concern - this issue was resolved immediately and directly with the guests in question. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us.
This was one of the best holidays I have ever been on but being stuck on a boat with a bunch of teenagers was not what I signed up for!!! I highly recommend you take this trip as you get to see the best of Croatia at your leisure. The staff & crew of The Navigator were amazing. The food onboard was incredible tasty & beers even better. As a married man, along with friends who are also married, the only drawback was sharing the boat with inconsiderate, drunken younglings. This was by no means a cheap holiday & didn't sign up for a party every night. There should be a clear indicator of what age group you will be sharing your trip with. We were under the impression there would be no one under the age of 25 on our boat & this was not the case. Aircon was non existent but you don't really need it if you can keep your cabin door open. Due to the noise levels we could not. All in all it's a trip I will never forget & fell in love with Croatia like no other place in the world.
- Donavan De Jong, 14/09/2017 16:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. It's great to know that this was one of the best holiday's you had ever been on. We are pleased you enjoyed the food and beverages provided onboard - thank you for your comments here. Air-conditioning was not included in your cabin as you had booked a cabin on an Ensuite boat, however our Premier and Premier Plus boats include air-conditioned cabins. In regards to the ages onboard, we are really sorry to hear of your disappointment with this aspect of the cruise. Our Navigator cruises are aimed at under 35 year old travellers, the age range of 18-35 years can also be found under our Navigator FAQ's page. We are really pleased to know that overall, you enjoyed the trip of a lifetime and fell in love with Croatia. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us!
Great food & great staff!
- Anonymous, 11/09/2017 12:16, Travelled with Friend/s
What I loved; - The price of things were very cheap compared to the UK - Loved sitting on the deck whilst the boat was cruising and taking in the incredible views - Crew were great and very friendly - Beautiful Cities Could improve; - Not enough swim stops, we didn't have any one day and on another we only had a 10 minute swim stop - Maintenace on the boat wasn't great, a few of the fans as well as the light at the back of the boat wasn't working, we needed to use our cellphones for light - Most of the lilos flew of off the back of the boat, other boats tied them up. - Beds were tiny, I'm tall so had to sleep with my feet out the window. - The shower head is an extension from the basin and toilet constantly smelt, not sure if the draining system wasn't great - Our boat cut the music and bar around 10ish where as the other boats went on later. All in all I would recommend it but improvements to the small things would make a big difference.
- Nick, 04/09/2017 09:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We appreciate all your comments and are pleased to hear the prices were cheap in comparison to the UK, you enjoyed the beautiful Croatian coastline, the crew were friendly and you enjoyed the itinerary. Thank you for your comments. We have noted your recommendations on providing more swim stops, improving maintenance on the boat, securing the lilos onboard (if provided), and the music onboard. In regards to the maintenance issues that occured during your week, I have checked our internal records and can see that once the crew were made aware, this was resolved immediately. Regarding the music onboard, each location has a night curfew set by Port Authorities that our boats adhere to - not adhering to noise curfews can result in penalties. We are unable to comment on the other companies playing music later than the set curfew. We are pleased that these improvements didn't detract from your time in Croatia and onboard your cruise. Thank you for recommending us and we hope to have you join us for another Croatian adventure!
I just want to say a huge thank you to all staff. I didn't know what to expect hoping onto the boat but it was amazing. The food was absolutely perfect and the staff in the kitchen did an amazing job not only was the food the best but getting it out on time every day is just incredible. Hats off to you guys. All the staff was friendly and I really enjoyed my time. Chur !
- Mackenzie , 04/09/2017 06:44, Travelled with Friend/s
My experience with Sail Croatia was great although the boat we where was slightly under satisfactory. Our room although small and hot was forgotten when the 10-15kg port hole fell on my face causing a very painful and large bruise under my eye. There was also a small opening in the wall that caused an electric shock through my body. The crew, boat, and Sail Croatia representative where really great and made my experience amazing but, the safety at of the boat was something that needed to be reviewed.
- Anonymous, 01/09/2017 06:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi - thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear your overall experience was enjoyable. However, we are sorry to hear of the unfortunate incident that occured whilst onboard your boat. I understand your representative was available during this incident and had offered further assistance wherever possible. We understand the captain had repaired the batten and no further action was required from you. We are really pleased to hear that your representative made your experience amazing and again, we thank you for your review!
Cruise was great we had a amazing captain, bar tender and even better rep Aleksandra Rajca she was very patient polite and very helpful. Kind regards Michael.
- Michael, 23/08/2017 14:49, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia was amazing, so well run and organised. Food was excellent and staff had the best vibes. Croatia is an amazing place, with every stop being so different! Had the worst hangover ever, but was totally worth it. Thanks so much, so many excellent memories!
- Erin, 19/08/2017 17:38, Travelled in a Couple
The people, the tour guide, the 1 Ltr cocktail happy hour , the swim stops, jumping off the boat and dubrovnik
- Ingrid, 18/08/2017 06:18, Travelled with Friend/s
I loved that apart from the party aspect of the sail boats there was also a really nice inclusion on history and knowledge of the places we were traveling to by our tour guides. Lara was so knowledgable and helpful if anyone had any questions. The whole boat of mala Kate had such great staff who were helpful, respectful and so much fun at night to party and talk with. Only downfall is that when the generator was off the rooms were incredibly hot and I had no way of charging my phone which meant I couldn't take photos of some of my experiences. All in all tho I had so so much fun and would recommend highly to anyone
- Bell, 17/08/2017 20:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia, how do I even begin to describe it in 1000 words. The destinations will take your breath away, and if that doesn't, jumping off the top deck of your gorgeous boat for the first time into crystal clear blue water will! You will eat the most amazing home-like meals and be served any drink you could possibly ask for. You've got a question? Our representive Vedron would have the answer, and if he didn't, he would find out before you even had the chance to ask again. He was caring, fun, down to earth and very organized making our experience on sail seamless. The people make it very special with excursions for you to bond and clubs for you to boogie. Our air conditioned rooms made sleeping after a big night out easy, and watching the sunrise on the top deck after stumbling home was a once in a lifetime opportunity. The Adria crew on the Ocean boat were flawless and we are stoked with their hospitality. Subanking, Adventuring, snorkeling and partying! OH & YOU MUST GO CANYONING!
- Tayla, 14/08/2017 17:14, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff and the other passengers were amazing and made the week one of my best trips ever!
- Stephen, 14/08/2017 05:19, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew and guide were very helpful and informative. I had a great group on board which made my time on sail amazing. The food was also good on board and enjoyed sailing around Croatia and stopping at the swim stops and then enjoying a few drinks at night.
- Aly, 13/08/2017 19:45, Travelled with Friend/s
- Nikki, 08/08/2017 20:04, Travelled with Friend/s
The boat was not equal genders which effected the vibe. The tour leader could have been a lot better and overall it just wasn't as fun as we expected
- B, 08/08/2017 14:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review regarding our Navigator cruise. We are sorry to hear the demographics onboard effected the vibe on your boat. We always aim to get a good mix of travellers on all our boats, taking into consideration age, nationality, gender and group makeup - couples, singles and groups of friends. However the makeup of the boat is heavily reliant on who has booked. This particular week we had more females than males book on your cruise across all boat. We do hope that you enjoyed your time in Croatia as a whole. Thanks again.
Good crew
- Steph , 07/08/2017 23:51, Travelled with Friend/s
My partner, Zach and I had an amazing time on our Sail Croatia. The country was absolutely stunning, with Hvar being one of the most beautiful places we have visited to date. We were extremely fortunate enough to have had a great group of nearly 40 people, all getting along and sharing travelling stories as well as different drinking games for fun. Both Zach and I have made several friends we intend to keep in touch with once back in Australia, including our guide Alex who was extremely friendly, genuine and such a caring person. We are very excited that she is moving to our home state in Australia and intent to keep in touch with her. She certainly made our experience on Croatia Sail one to remember forever. Thank you team Sail Croatia and especially you Alex. Zach and Tiaan.
- Tiaan, 07/08/2017 14:15, Travelled in a Couple
Lara was a wonderful host! The rooms were much better than I had thought- cool temperature with private bathrooms. I was also very impressed with the food. Unfortunately, things that were not so good included our bar tender was very sour over the week, there was very little to do during the day except for tan on the deck and lastly, on the final night my wallet was taken with 600 kuna ($120) taken out of it which I have a strong suspicion was by the bar tender as a result of not tipping him.
- Claudia, 01/08/2017 17:41, Travelled with Friend/s
Absolutely loved Sail Croatia. Would highly recommend the Navigator Cruise for anyone who likes to party and wants to make some new friends! The rooms were spacious and the food was good. 10/10
- Anonymous, 31/07/2017 06:35, Travelled with Friend/s
I loved the people in my boat group - most of us were all super friendly and made an effort to have a great time together. The staff on board were also amazing. They were so accommodating to our needs and I felt safe at all times. Croatia is a beautiful place with so many amazing places and swim spots
- Sarah, 30/07/2017 10:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Our representative Caterina was extremely caring and very knowledgeable on everything regarding Croatia. She knew all the best places to see, eat and drink. Having a Croatian local really added to the experience! Swim stops in picturesque locations were a major highlight for me and my friends.
- Anonymous, 25/07/2017 07:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Ivana was a great representative for our trip! She made me feel welcome and guided us through the cruise well. I would suggest that the representatives go on the excursions prior to the trips so they can give the guests a better idea of what to expect and bring while away from the boat.
- Ashley, 21/07/2017 07:06, Travelled with Friend/s
Bar tab, rooftop, our tour guide Lara. Swim stops. The people we were on ship with. Chef
- Emily, 17/07/2017 12:59, Travelled with Friend/s
