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Wonderful small group cruise!

The tour guides were excellent! Very organized and friendly-always on time. Food was more than we expected and all very tasty. The crew were also engaging and communicated very well the plan for each day.

- Lisa, 15/06/2026 15:47, Travelled with Family

Cruising the Coast

We enjoyed 7 days of beauty, history, hiking, and wonderful service! The staff of Salve di Mare were top notch. Servers Marko and Vlaho, Housekeeper Julija, Representative Nikos, Trail Guide Illona, and Chef Bojan and Sous Chef Fani were all extraordinary. They were friendly, attentive, and well-organized. The deck hands kept everything ship shape, constantly cleaning or anticipating our next move. The daily breakfast buffet and 3-course lunch were top notch; thank goodness we were hiking so much!! Each day/port was amazing with the hikes, sightseeing, food, amazing Croatian history "lessons" from Nikos, incredible swim stops, and just feeling the breeze in our hair as we sailed each day. I recommend Sail Croatia's Luxury Hiking Cruise wholeheartedly. It more than met my expectations!

- Craig, 11/06/2026 13:42, Travelled with Friend/s

Luxury Hike

Amazing holiday! The food, the hiking, the boat, and the staff were all exceptional. One of the highlights for us was swimming off of the back of the boat.

- Karen, 09/06/2026 03:56, Travelled with Family

Sail Croatia Hike

The sail and hike cruise was great and Natasha and Sasa were perfect in leading us on the hikes while providing history of Croatia along the way. Highly recommend!!

- Anonymous, 08/06/2026 16:46, Travelled with Friend/s

Hiking, sailing

Fun holiday. Maybe 1/2 days too long. Alcohol on board very expensive. Breakfasts were very much the same each day. Felt leaders could have done more - like dinners out on town - to build comraderey. Hikes seemed like last minute thoughts. Leader took few breaks, not a lot of stopping to explain interesting facts. But maybe there weren’t many. 😬 all in all fun , beautiful Boat and great crew

- Anonymous, 04/06/2026 22:20, Travelled with Friend/s

Wonderful adventure and socializing

We really enjoyed our sail and hike trip on the Dalmation coastal islands. The trip was very well organised with great communication and leadership from beginning to end. The ship crew were friendly and helpful. Our tour leaders Natasha and Sasa were fantastic. Friendly, kind, and patient; genuinely good people. The structure of the trip was great, with flexibility to handle preferences from the group. We ended up hiking early and swimming late because it was already warm. The level of hikes were challenging without being exhausting. Definitely suitable for moderately experienced hikers and a reasonable fitness level. Happily everyone listened to the leaders well and there were no issues at all during the stay. Just a great fun time and the best way to see the islands. We would definitely do it again if our bucket list was shorter.

- Steve, 04/06/2026 14:24, Travelled with Family

"Sailing" in luxury - except portholes

The Salve di Mare is a beautiful yacht. It does not have sails rigged, so "sailing" is a misnomer, but it was smooth and the food and atmosphere were lovely. The staff were very helpful. We enjoyed seeing the unspoiled islands as well as the busy, uniquely scenic cities of Dubrovnik and Split. The hikes were not too taxing. We would have liked to learn more about flora, fauna, and history along the way. The water is stunningly beautiful. The critique we have is that we were not told we might get portholes above our eye level, not windows, in the most expensive cabins (above deck). We would not have paid extra for these cabins, had we known.. I requested above-deck cabins because one of us is claustrophobic and the other needs to see the horizon to avoid seasickness. We could not see anything but the sky. Some guests did have cabins with windows. We booked quite early and did not know we might get stuck in a non-window cabin. It was disappointing to pay so much for no view.

- Jenni, 02/06/2026 12:19, Travelled with Friend/s

Enjoyed every minute of my hike/sail cruise

The scenery of sailing along the islands off Croatia is nothing short of breathtaking. The only thing that surpasses the view from the ship are the views from the hikes along the glistening sea, cozy harbor coves, and distant islands. This cruise offers the perfect blend of activities, including good hikes, floating in the sea, and lounging in the sun. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and accommodating. They covered everything from the terrain to Croatia’s rich history and the best-kept food secrets of locals on the islands. The ship was well-maintained, the cabins were comfortable, and the food was delicious. It was a really good vacation.

- Sue, 01/06/2026 09:42, Travelled with Friend/s

Fun

We had great trip aboard the Frodita with Sasa, Natasa and the whole crew. They were committed to making our experience memorable

- Anonymous, 01/06/2026 08:05, Travelled with Friend/s

Wonderful

This was a great, varied cruise. The food was amazing, the sights wonderful and the culture is fantastic.

- Trent, 01/06/2026 00:46, Travelled with Family

Spectacular Trip!

The staff, the boat, the guides, the food .... everything was wonderful!!!

- Anne, 27/05/2026 19:47, Travelled with Friend/s

An amazing holiday on the the Salve De Marie

I had a week on the Salve De Marie cruise ship. From the moment I stepped on the boat I knew it was going to be amazing. The boat was beautiful, It was very clean and all the staff went out of their way to ensure the trip I had with my nine friends was absolutely brilliant. Sasha the tour guide and Mate our walking/trek guide were fantastic! The food was out of this world and the ten members of crew were a great team. I would definitely do this again. Loved the kayak, paddle boarding and swim stops every day. Definitely a holiday to remember! Thank you!

- Sue, 25/05/2026 14:15, Travelled with Friend/s

Excellent experience

It was a top experience and a great value. Accommodations were good, food was fantastic. Most of all the staff was first rate and really worked hard to accommodate guests needs. Good balance of easy and more challenging hikes, lots of free time, and swimming opportunities. Loved it. Would recommend to anyone who likes to see lots and keep moving.

- Paul, 25/05/2026 04:13, Travelled with Family

Wonderful experience!

I absolutely loved our time on Sail Croatia! All staff were kind and professional and I will definitely recommend this to everyone! I would also come again!

- Anonymous, 25/05/2026 04:03, Travelled with Family

activité and relaxing

Well organized, efficient, flexible, very helpful and friendly crew.. We had a great cook.. We did most of the hikes in the afternoon. I personally prefer to hike in the morning but when walking in the shade afternoons were ok. It was May so I did not try the AC. My only disappointment was the HOT TUB was not hot and almost as cold as the ocean in May. There was a TV but it did not work.. WIFI was excellent.

- Elaine, 25/05/2026 03:49, Travelled Solo

Stunning Holiday

Everything about the trip was five stars. I couldn’t fault it. Special shout out to Sasha & Mate for making the trip and hikes so special.

- Adrian, 20/05/2026 17:47, Travelled with Friend/s

A magical week

What an incredible week. Our guides were fabulous. The boat crew were kind and helpful. We loved the island hikes and sights. We've never been on an organized cruise and are so happy we made this decision!

- Anonymous, 20/05/2026 07:45, Travelled with Family

Fun times hiking and swimming the Dalmatian cosst

Wonderfully relaxing trip. Lots of things to see and explore. Easy to be as active as you want

- Larry, 20/05/2026 07:40, Travelled with Family

Excellent

Very well planned and executed. The tour guides Mario and Matilda were very considerate and informative. We enjoyed the food and great hospitality. The walks after eating were really well thought out.

- Nancy, 18/05/2026 13:13, Travelled with Friend/s

Sail Croatia Hiking Holiday

Brilliant Guides who were very knowledgeable and fun, perfect weather for hiking, lots of variety and a fantastic boat with delicious food served all week.

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 12:56, Travelled with Friend/s

Hiking

Awesome! Great food, staff and boat! Overall experience was top notch would do again!

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 12:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Stunning Croatia!

My week on the Mali Ante was the best vacation ever. Everything was well planned with stunning scenery and excellent customer service from Matilda, Mario and the crew.

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 09:23, Travelled Solo

Amazing experience!

The crew aboard the Salve di Mare looked after us from start to finish with great attentivness and humour. The boat was beautiful and spacious and I loved watching the skillful captain bringing us in and out of port. Wonderful food- (how do they do that in such a small kitchen)?! And of course, the spectaclar scenery of Croatia- crystal clear waters, majestic mountains and the idyllic port villages and towns. And finally a special mention for our hiking guide, Mate and our customer care and everything else, Sasha. Both were excellent at their job and looked after us very well and with great humour, which I loved. A wonderful experience and great memories made.

- Anonymous, 18/05/2026 08:14, Travelled with Friend/s

All Aboard..

This trip far exceeded our expectations. We knew the scenery and history along the Croatian Coastline was impressive but add to this a beautiful boat, wonderful crew and Sail Croatia reps and delicious food - what more could you want? We loved that you could find your own evening meal on shore and that you could join in the hiking or relax on board with a book. No pressure. Thank you to all for such a great relaxing and enjoyable trip.

- Helen & Simon, 18/05/2026 08:08, Travelled with Friend/s

Great Sailing and Hiking Holiday

Myself, my wife and 9 friends had an absolutely brilliant week, sailing around Croatia on a perfectly sized boat (30 passengers). The accommodation was great, the food delicious and the amount of hiking spot on. Some hikes were challenging some were easy but it was a great balance. The guides were friendly, informative and looked after us just right. I highly recommend the trip to active folks who want to see the sun, sea and Croatia.

- Anthony, 18/05/2026 07:08, Travelled with Family

Wondrrful holiday!

Really enjoyed the time spent with old friends and meeting new ones! Sail Croatia crew were friendly, helpful, and attentive. Hiking guides, Mate and Mario, were great and did their best to ensure everyone was able to enjoy the hikes whatever their ability.

- Karen , 07/10/2025 16:52, Travelled with Friend/s

Sailing for a non-sailor

Crew and guides extremely friendly and caring.

- Ann, 06/10/2025 14:42, Travelled with Friend/s

My Mali Ante

2nd Sail Croatia On board crew fantastic like visiting friends

- Catherine, 06/10/2025 09:48, Travelled with Friend/s

Great staff and guides

What a great to experience the Dalmatian coast. Staff couldn’t be better on. Thank you, thank you thank you

- Chris, 30/09/2025 11:50, Travelled with Friend/s

Wow — Memories to last a lifetime!!

I had the absolute pleasure of joining the Sail Croatia Hiking Cruise, and it was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that exceeded every expectation. Our guides, Lola and Natasha, were fantastic. They were extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of the islands, bringing each stop to life with fascinating stories and insights. On the hikes, they struck the perfect balance of encouragement and patience, never rushing us even when the trails became more challenging. Their energy and expertise made the journey both fun and rewarding. The onboard crew was equally impressive. The chef and waitstaff were top-notch—the meals were consistently delicious, beautifully presented, and thoughtfully prepared. They were also very accommodating with dietary needs, which made the experience even more enjoyable. I was also amazed by the skill of our captain. Watching him expertly navigate the waters and dock in the marinas was truly impressive And gave us complete confidence!!

- Mary, 29/09/2025 19:41, Travelled Solo

Sail Hike on the Mali Ante

I have just completed a dream holiday cruising the Dalmatian coast. The crew were very helpful and friendly, especially the amazing Mario! Our chef and sous chef were the best in the Adriatic - thanks for all the extra kilos Ivica and Antonio. Our hiking guides, Lola and Natasa, were efficient, caring and full of information. I was the red faced, sweat drenched hiker at the very back so I was especially grateful for Natasha’s support and patience! I will recommend this trip to everyone.

- Mary, 29/09/2025 19:05, Travelled with Family

Awesome experience

Sail Croatia is a perfect blend of sailing and hiking, there is also time on each island to explore the local area. Each day is a new adventure on a different island. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful . During our hikes we learn a little history of the island we were on. The food was amazing! I would highly recommend this tour group, they did a great job.

- Cheryl, 29/09/2025 17:11, Travelled Solo

Simply The Best!

This was a return cruise for me and my friend, we sailed the Split return route in September 2021, with only 7 guests on board the Mali Ante. This year we were 31 guests and sailed from Dubrovnik on the Mali Luka. Everything about our trip was exceptional and we had a wonderful adventure. Our fellow mariners, the crew, Natasha and Ilona our trusty guides and local experts, the weather, the food, Croatia!!! Everything was perfect. Thank you!

- Heather, 25/09/2025 18:13, Travelled with Friend/s

Great Crew and Hikes

Experience was exactly as advertised. Crew saw to all of our needs. Hikes were well planned and well guided.

- Kevin, 22/09/2025 20:25, Travelled with Family

Favorite trip

First time to Croatia, and was so completely captivated by the country, beauty, and people. This ship and crew gave us an experience like no other....took us to spots that take your breath away. We had a great group and we enjoyed each other's company in the adventures. I experienced a knee problem just before the start of the trip so could not hike well like so many others, but my guide Elona always had options. Tashi gave us history and stories, and the food was amazing. This # of passengers is perfect, and I am telling everyone this treasure we got to be a part of , Thanks you for so many memories ❤️

- Eather, 22/09/2025 07:32, Travelled with Friend/s

Very nice tour

Excellent guides and beautiful destinations. Hiking trails fitted the group and if not alternatives were on offer.

- Bjarni , 22/09/2025 05:50, Travelled with Friend/s

Lisa

Our guides, Mate and Ante, were extremely knowledgable, friendly, funny, professional, welcoming, organized and speak English fluently. The crew who took care of everything else on the boat, were amazing. I felt very well taken care of. Croatia is a beautiful country and the weather was great, too!

- Lisa, 20/09/2025 17:17, Travelled Solo

Lovely Trip, thank you Captain.

Beautiful hike choices and Island locations. The Captain and his team were amazing and accommodated bad weather so that we still hiked and enjoyed the fair weather sailing. The food on Board was fantastic and Bruno was efficient and helpful. Our group would have preferred more swim time. Perhaps also, more time in Vis-maybe a second day there for more swim time, even worth losing one hike elsewhere. The hike to the Blaca Heritage monastery on Brac and the adventure was a lot of fun as well as a history lesson. We learned a lot!!! Blaca Heritage

- An, 20/09/2025 16:23, Travelled with Friend/s

Hike Croatia

The staff on the ship

- Susane, 20/09/2025 15:04, Travelled with Friend/s

Five Stars all Around!

An incredible adventure! Our guides, Mate and Ante, the fabulous crew.... everyone worked together to make our experience special. They all shared their love of the natural beauty, history, food and culture of Croatia.

- Anonymous, 19/09/2025 20:54, Travelled with Family

Hike Croatia

All went well as expected and promoted by friends and literature. Always enjoy meeting new people and making new friends. Wish we had a little more time for water activities, but hiking kind of chews up that time. Thanks for a great trip.

- ROBERT G., 17/09/2025 12:57, Travelled with Friend/s

Exceeded all expectations!

From start to finish the trip was amazing. Well planned, stunning swim stops, interesting hikes and excellent guiding by our 2 leaders Mate and Sanja. Great itinerary The crew went out of their way to make our group feel welcome and as a result we all blended very well ( age 14 to 70) The cabins were comfortable, the boat spotlessly clean and meals very generous. Can't recommend highly enough.

- Michelle, 03/09/2025 18:25, Travelled Solo

A Fun Adventure

It was my first time on a cruise and also my first time in Croatia. I was a bit nervous at first, but it turned out to be a lovely experience. I was surprised, however, that the age demographic was much older, and there wasn’t really anyone my age. I also expected the hiking to be more challenging, but it was quite slow and leisurely—which did suit some of the group. That said, the crew and tour guides were incredibly welcoming, and I really enjoyed meeting everyone on board. They did their best to make sure we had a great week in Croatia, and I’m thankful I took the risk and tried something new. Overall, it was a fun and memorable adventure!

- Anonymous, 02/09/2025 14:44, Travelled Solo

Fantastic cruising. Beautiful, though strenuous, hikes.

My partner and I, along with family members and friends, took this trip. Great onboard atmosphere. The crew and dining service folks were great. Wonderful cuisine (always more than enough) provided by the onboard chef. The hikes were more challenging than I expected. I would like to have trained for hills, and tricky terrain in the heat. Our tour guides were very supportive, though. Would definitely recommend.

- Kristin, 10/07/2025 23:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Hiking with Sail Croatia

Fantastic week hiking in Sail Croatia. Great captain, Crew, and reps/guides. Would thoroughly recommend it

- Jo, 30/06/2025 20:03, Travelled with Friend/s

Hike/Cruise trip

The guides Mate and Ilona were terrific and well versed with the area and history. The ship’s crew were attentive to all our needs. The swimming off the boat was an added fantastic bonus!

- Anonymous, 17/06/2025 18:43, Travelled with Friend/s

Island hopping at its best

After travelling solo for several weeks this was a great way for me to explore the islands without having to organise anything myself. I had a great group of 20 fellow travellers, enjoyed lovely bays to swim off the boat and interesting hikes (at times challenging due to the heat) . The food served on board was excellent, and all of the crew were friendly, helpful and very professional. I really enjoyed my time on board the 'Mali Luka' and can understand why several people on my cruise had previously sailed with Sail Croatia.

- Kim, 10/06/2025 18:36, Travelled Solo

Brilliant week in Croatia

Great scenery; great staff - all of them, boat crew, wait staff, guides; great food.

- Brian, 09/06/2025 05:22, Travelled Solo

Stellar sail and hike

There isn't one particular thing - the staff, the accommodations, the FOOD (we had to hike or else get fat!), the guides, and the destinations - it was all beyond what I ever expected.

- Lisa, 02/06/2025 17:44, Travelled with Friend/s

Salve di Mare Hike Cruise

We loved our adventure aboard the Salve di Mare and the time spent with new friends. The other passengers were easy to connect with and lots of fun. The crew worked seamlessly to keep the ship sparkling, anticipated our needs, and made everything look effortless and natural. Together they created a fun and relaxed environment. Tour manager Ioana was enthusiastic and upbeat. She ensured we understood the logistics for upcoming activities and provided alternatives for those who needed to skip a hike. Hike leader Mate shared his knowledge about Croatian culture and Island history. As an experienced local hiking guide with a background in Search and Rescue, we knew we were in good hands as he led us to beautiful vistas and interesting historic locations. Sail Croatia was informed of my food allergies in advance. The chef provided creative alternatives and the waitstaff made sure I received the right items. The entire cruise was top notch due to the exceptional staff!

- Aaron & Alice, 02/06/2025 02:25, Travelled with Family