Sailing through Croatia aboard the Salve di Mare was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The vessel itself was spotless and well-maintained, with a crew that took great pride in their work. Every detail—from the gleaming decks to the thoughtfully prepared meals—reflected a high standard of care. The food onboard was a true highlight, each dish freshly prepared and bursting with flavor, perfectly complementing the beautiful views of the Adriatic. The itinerary offered plenty of chances to explore Croatia’s stunning coastline, with stops at charming seaside towns, historic ports, and hidden coves. Swim stops were always a favorite—crystal-clear water, warm sun, and that feeling of pure relaxation only the sea can offer. Our guide, Dino, truly made the trip special. His deep knowledge of Croatia’s history and culture brought each destination to life, and he was always ready with excellent suggestions for local sights, food, and activities. Great trip and would recommend !
- Ian, 20/10/2025 16:13, Travelled with Friend/s
I absolutely loved this trip! We did the Explorer Split Return on the Almissa. I'm an avid cruiser, but now I'm spoiled and hooked on small ship cruises! It was so nice to have swim stops each day and get to swim right off the bow of the boat in a beautiful cove! Since we overnighted in each port, we were able to enjoy our time there without worrying about getting back to the boat on time! We were docked in the harbor at each port and walking distance to dining, shops, and activities. Food was great and service was excellent. Our cruise director Vin was so friendly and helpful, giving us great tips and advice for each port. My bed was very comfortable and room was clean with good AC! I had an above deck cabin, so I was able to open my window for fresh air, which was very nice since it wasn't very hot during our end of Sept sailing. I would definitely recommend this company and would not hesitate to book another cruise with them if I have the opportunity to return to Croatia!
- Janna, 16/10/2025 22:57, Travelled with Friend/s
Friendly staff Great Food Great service Drinks reasonably priced Swim spots!
- Michelle, 08/10/2025 06:13, Travelled with Friend/s
I must start off by giving a big round of applause to our group leader, Vin, who prepped us everyday to let us know what to expect and where to go when we were sure and arrange all the excursions including the free ones. For those who love the water, the swim stops were amazing, the water extremely blue and clear and it was so much fun. We really enjoyed all the ports, and all of the people were so friendly. We met people from all over the world and it was awesome. Getting to know each other on board the ship. The food was awesome and plenty of it! It was a wonderful vacation and we would gladly do it again! Thanks a bunch, Gina and Janna
- Gina Crane, 07/10/2025 15:52, Travelled with Friend/s
Sailed on the beautiful boat Salve di mare. My home for for 7 nights. Above and beyond my expectations. The boat and crew were impeccable and made us feel welcome. The weather wasn't kind to us every day but all efforts were made to keep us happy. Off shore excursions were varied and there was something for everyone. All round a wonderful time and my only suggestion would be to stock up on more breakfast teabags . I hope to travel again with Sail Croatia.
- Bronwyn, 06/10/2025 08:39, Travelled with Friend/s
The boat was beautiful with a friendly and hard working crew and the cooks prepared delicious food (including the daily breakfast buffet), amazing island stops, swimming/relaxing/exploring every day, etc. and all was communicated through our awesome tour manager, Klara. 5/5 stars-would recommend!!
- Andrea, 02/10/2025 12:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Fantastic crew and people made this a wonderful experience.
- Vicki, 02/10/2025 03:48, Travelled with Friend/s
Dino and all the crew made the trip a great experience
- Darren , 30/09/2025 10:33, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew was fabulous! The stops were gorgeous and we were given great information on the history of the stops as well as great ideas of things to do and places to eat . Boat was clean, well equipped and food was fabulous. I will be back with my family!
- SueAnn, 29/09/2025 23:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Our hiost,Dino, who knew all the right people and places. Attentive, knowledgeable and so hospitable!! Cesar and Christina were wonderful!! Left the cruise with 30 new friends! Food was great. People were awesome. Already planning a cruise in Greece with you❤️
- Maggie, 29/09/2025 23:33, Travelled with Friend/s
I had an amazing and unforgettable experience on my Sail Croatia Explorer trip from Dubrovnik to Split. The accommodations were just as I’d hoped, the food was plentiful, fresh, and delicious, and the crew went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a fantastic time. In particular, our cruise guide, Dino, was outstanding—sharing endless insights about the islands, activities, excursions, and even the best restaurants to try. I’ll gladly recommend Sail Croatia to family and friends and look forward to booking another trip with this customer-focused company in the future.
- Jean, 29/09/2025 22:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Such a great week on the Almissa. Dino and the crew were fantastic !!! Loved it
- Karen, 29/09/2025 18:54, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew on the boat were exceptional. Maksi, Milan, Peter, Tom in particular. Dino knew all the tricks and was a good communicator and could guide us at the ports. We all loved it.
- Chris , 29/09/2025 14:38, Travelled with Friend/s
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip with Sail Croatia. The staff were all great, helpful, and knowledgeable.
- Anonymous, 29/09/2025 13:03, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff, captain and cruise director were all great and truly put forth the effort to make the trip memorable. The Yacht was the perfect size with 20 well appointed guest suites. Croatia is a very well kept, clean and amazing country with beautiful ports and friendly people. This is definitely a must experience destination and I highly recommend you charter with Sail Croatia.
- Darren , 29/09/2025 09:16, Travelled with Friend/s
Croatia proved a wonderful place to visit but it was the on board experiences that made this holiday great. Firstly Dino was a great cruise organiser and entertainment provider. He was always to hand with advice and assistance. He was engaging and shared many stories with great humour. Dino truly drove our experience and I can’t recommend him highly enough. The crew were very good as well, Cesar and Christina’s hospitality and good humour made our dining and beverage experience easy and fun. The food was excellent on the whole. It was an very good holiday, lots of fun and lots of interesting experiences with many thanks.
- Scott, 29/09/2025 06:54, Travelled with Friend/s
We travelled from Dubrovnik to Split on the Salve Di Mare in early September. The crew (Vlaho, Marko and Monika) were attentive and friendly and excellent at their jobs. The kitchen staff were brilliant producing delicious 3 course lunches on a daily basis! Vicko was a fabulous guide and was approachable and informative. The boat was luxurious and the activities were great, although the swim stops in the secluded bays were a highlight for me! Our fellow shipmates from around the world were wonderful, making for an exceptional holiday!
- Angela, 29/09/2025 00:19, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew looked after us so well. A big mention goes to our tour host Klara, and bar staff Blaze & Marco. Also Monica along with the Captain and sailors made our experience fun, enjoyable, and personal. The meals prepared by the chefs were delicious. Moving between the islands and docking at each port was done with great precision. Our swim stops were unforgettable.
- Lyndall, 28/09/2025 17:05, Travelled with Friend/s
My husband and I loved the itinerary, and all the friends we made on board. 7 days of stunning swim stops, time to read a book or play a game of dice. Dino was a great help advising and setting up activities at each stop. The food was great! The boat is a bit dated, but I feel it was a fantastic value for the price.
- Becky, 24/09/2025 01:29, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew and staff on our Almissa cruise last week were terrific, providing a great atmosphere and attending to everything that we asked for. A special mention should be made of Hana, our cruise manager. Hana provided exceptional service to ensure we had a great time, no matter what was requested or at what time. Her knowledge of the region, recommendations on places to visit and dinning options were extremely helpful. Thank you for everything you all did to ensure we had such a great holiday. Regards Paul
- Anonymous, 23/09/2025 09:23, Travelled with Friend/s
The scenery, architecture and stunning islands were amazing. Safe and clean everywhere. Outstanding food on board and all staff gave us great service.
- Paul, 23/09/2025 03:56, Travelled with Friend/s
The meals were fabulous. Victo was extremely knowledgeable and really helpful. The swim stops were amazing The whole week was outstanding Highly recommended
- Amanda, 23/09/2025 03:52, Travelled with Friend/s
Travelling on Salve Di Mare with Klara as our host exceeded all our expectations! The ship itself is divine large enough to afford everyone their own space but small enough to get us into the most amazing swimming spots and awesome island ports. The rooms are fabulous the food sublime and the crew wonderful! Everyone went above and beyond to ensure our whole experience was 5 star! Our whole group felt it was a trip of a life time! After seeing other yachts in different ports Salve Di Mare was by far the best! Sail Croatia, Capt France, Klara, Vhlaho, Marco and all the crew we will talk about you for years to come! Simply the best!
- Suzi, 22/09/2025 17:43, Travelled with Friend/s
A dream come true! What an incredible week myself and 5 friends had on the Sail Croatia Cruise from Split to Dubrovnik in September 2025. Weather was great, food incredible and the crew were so friendly and approachable. Nothing was a problem. We had a great bunch of passengers ranging in age from early 20’s to early 70s. Everyone mixed easily and also participated in onshore activities if they wanted to. The activities on offer were varied. Diving off the back of the boat was ‘A DREAM COME TRUE’ . Will hope to come back one day and would pick this exact same size and boat. Karen from Australia
- Anonymous, 22/09/2025 17:01, Travelled with Friend/s
Staff were friendly and welcoming, and the boat was clean and well run. Our tour leader Dino went out of his way to organise amazing extra activities and book restaurants etc. when requested. Particularly enjoyed our tour and meal in the village on our stop in Korcula. I didn't think the wine tour was really worth the money but enjoyed the other activities especially our swim stops in idyllic little bays. I was sad to say goodbye to Dino and the crew..
- Susan, 22/09/2025 16:01, Travelled with Friend/s
Awesome crew and tour leader Dino. The food was delicious. The crew and Dino couldn't be more helpful with anything required or requested. Special mention to the crew and Captain; Maksa, Millan and the chef's for an awesome week on board. Maksa was the best barman and waiter, he was not well for a couple of days but continued with the best service with a smile and always a joke or two thrown in 👏
- Darren, 22/09/2025 12:48, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew were outstanding and very accommodating. The pace and size of the group was always personal and a great mix of people from around the world. I would sincerely recommend this trip to anyone. We visited so many islands which otherwise would not be reached by your usual cruise ships. Croatia is spectacularly beautiful and our experience was simply amazing!! It will forever be cemented in our memories. Thank you to crew at Almissa for giving us these wonderful memories. You were outstanding.
- Carl, 22/09/2025 10:02, Travelled with Friend/s
The Dalmatian islands were so beautiful! Hana our tour manager was outstanding.. She was also always available and prompt in responding back to our questions.. she is a great asset to your company.. the food was great/chef excellent. The crew members had a great sense of humor and were fun to be around.. Cesar and Kristina were very attentive serving food and drinks. I would recommend this trip to everyone..
- Anita, 22/09/2025 06:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Highly recommend this cruise. Food was amazing. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Tour organiser Dino was very knowledgeable and all his recommendations regarding places to go and eating places were on point. Plenty of relaxation time and you could either choose to do extra activities or keep relaxing if you prefer.
- Elizabeth Mead, 22/09/2025 04:19, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a perfect week on Sail Croatia! We loved every minute. The tour manager and crew were excellent, food was fantastic ( we may well be slightly heavier than when we got on 🤣) We we lucky enough to have a fantastic group of like minded people and together with all the crew, it made for one fun week that will stay in our memories forever ❤️
- Sue, 15/09/2025 08:48, Travelled with Friend/s
On our recently completed trip from Dabrovnic to Split for 7 days, Although the "Tempera" ship requires some strong maintenance repairs and surface repairs, the experience beyond that was incredible for a first time cruise guest on that size and style of a ship. Our Cruise Manager Sasha was the most friendly, knowledgeable management team member that leads the way in customer relations and makes all guests feel like a family member. The Captain and crew provide a constant team effort of providing services of any nature while at sea or when at dock daily. We were fortunate to have a dining room / bar drink service leader in "Max", his efforts exemplify professionalism customer service. The most valuable aspect of this specific cruise trip was the personal relationships built in a very short order of time (from day 1) of the other guests. This size of a ship and the areas of common use created an experience like no other, for the friendships that were created, we thank you.
- Daryl, 15/09/2025 02:02, Travelled with Friend/s
I was pleasantly surprised how well this voyage was handled - from boarding, cruising, the food, the crew, and especially the information and suggestions from our cruise director Vicko. Croatia is beautiful and this was such a great way to see it! It was a perfect way for our group to be together while still all having our own unique adventures...
- Anonymous, 12/09/2025 15:21, Travelled with Friend/s
Sasa and the crew made our trip great 👍 All were always attentive and knowledgeable about all aspects of our journey. Couldn’t have enjoyed it more !!
- Merrie , 09/09/2025 11:20, Travelled with Friend/s
Perfect size in terms of fellow passengers (30); Crew (7): Travel time (week); Port locations (easy on -off); Itinerary (a few excursions, daily swim, ample free time); Motor yacht (easily navigated, comfortable). Beautiful locations (Split, Markaska, Hvar, Shipen, Dubrovnik). Great boat / cruise manager (Maliante w/ Sasha). Highly recommended.
- Daniel, 09/09/2025 08:12, Travelled with Friend/s
I’ve just returned from an Explorer holiday on the Tempera. It was just excellent. We had a fantastic guide who was knowledgeable and very engaging with all the guests onboard and even if you ran into him onshore he took the time to point out the best spots to visit. The chef onboard was very good with the dining room set out with four large tables so you got to meet everyone over breakfast and lunch each day. Excursion offered each day were really fun too and very good value. And the bar onboard was well stocked and run very well by two bar staff at all times. We had a lower deck room and the steps were quite steep so keep to flat shoes. But honestly I would 100% recommend this trip and boat. Thank you Sail Croatia for a fabulous week.
- Tonia Gill, 09/09/2025 07:18, Travelled with Friend/s
And what a trip it was! Toma was very thorough in his daily briefing, speeches and messages. Period very quick to respond to questions. The food on the ship was amazing- the chef is a wizard with sauces. Marco and Vlaho were attentive as waiters and bartenders. We had someone with a dairy allergy in our group and Marco never mixed up her meals. Monica, the maid, bartender and waitress was a delight. The captain was charming at dinner. And I especially enjoyed a chat. I had with him one evening up on the deck. Well, I did not get to know any of the sailors. They were obviously pros at their jobs and always had a smile in a hello when you passed them. The size of the ship allowed you to get to know all your fellow passengers. There was a good mix of onshore activities and the ability to pick and choose and create your own holiday. I highly recommend Sail Croatia.
- Debi, 08/09/2025 18:38, Travelled with Friend/s
Sasa and the crew were the best. My favorite was the chef though.
- Dan, 08/09/2025 15:01, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew was great. The boat was comfortable and immaculate. The Captain kept us safe and took us to many amazing swim spots. Sasa, our tour manager, was awesome. Had lots of tips and recommendations. He was very easy to approach. We loved our trip, thank you!
- Nikki, 08/09/2025 14:57, Travelled with Friend/s
The Mali Ante crew and tour manager were wonderful. The chef prepared amazing food. The crew kept everything running smoothly and clean. Our tour manager made everyone feel included in the group and was always available via mobile. It was a great holiday and would highly recommend a vacation on board the Mali Ante with its crew.
- Lorraine , 08/09/2025 13:00, Travelled with Friend/s
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing cruise! The Tour Manager, Sasa was fantastic, the crew was outstanding, and the cook, kept us spoiled with delicious meals.
- Lili, 08/09/2025 09:13, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew were outstanding , the food was fantastic and the locations that we went to were absolutely stunning.
- shane, 07/09/2025 09:12, Travelled with Friend/s
We had an absolutely brilliant week. Croatian Idlands spectacular. Met some really great people on the boat and the food and drinks flowed all week. Would recommend for anyone.
- Tim, 25/08/2025 15:56, Travelled with Friend/s
I recently booked a Sail Croatia tour with friends and had the most wonderful experience. The boat itself was one of the older boats, but very comfortable and met all our needs. I cannot say enough about the friendly staff. They were all so very accommodating to us and never hesitated to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The chef on board was also very kind and worked hard to make sure we had plenty of great food to eat. There were plenty of fun excursions to keep everyone busy on the cruise including wine tastings, swimming, hikes, and my favorite...the dune buggies. One of the more unexpected aspects of the trip for me was the wonderful people we met on board our boat. We made some incredibly friendships and were extended invitations to our newfound friend's countries as well. I have no doubt we will keep up with these lovely people we met. I would highly recommend booking a cruise with Sail Croatia...Five Stars!
- David, 25/08/2025 14:13, Travelled with Friend/s
The experience and the team on board were superb
- Mohammed , 25/08/2025 02:40, Travelled with Friend/s
We had such an amazing time on Tempera with Anita and the wonderful crew. Everything was so organised and the food was so delicious, special shout out to Max, but all the crew were amazing and really took care of us. We were lucky enough to have amazing weather and were able to stop at all islands on the agenda. The buggy rides in Korcula were a highlight for me, but all the activities were fantastic. I would definitely return again, and recommend this to anyone who wants to see some of the islands of Croatia with ease. Thanks!
- Chloe, 22/08/2025 23:46, Travelled with Friend/s
I traveled on the Tempera with a group of friends in August 2025, sailing from Dubrovnik to Split. We had an AMAZING time getting to visit the different cities and islands - the flexibility of the itinerary to accommodate weather turned out to be one of the best aspects of the trip, because it allowed to us to explore places and activities that otherwise wouldn't have been available to us (e.g. ziplining in Omiš). The tours and activities coordinated by Sail Croatia were top notch and offered a wide variety of ways to experience the country, from wine tours to canyoneering. Our guide Vic was so personable and knowledgeable about each of our stops, and the entire crew of the ship from the kitchen/bar to the deck were absolutely wonderful (and went above and beyond to help me when I tripped and fell!) The cabins and ship were very clean, though the heat proved tough for the AC at times. The food was incredible, the drinks were great, and overall, this was well worth every penny.
- Courtney, 22/08/2025 15:09, Travelled with Friend/s
This was an experience I will never forget! Croatia is a gem and Sail Croatia is the best way to see the Islands. The Crew and the Rep on the Tempera (Dubrovnik to Split) were phenomenal. VK, the Rep, was full of information and made the destination meetings really interesting. The Crew on the boat were only too happy to listen to any requests anyone had. The boat was comfortable and the group of like minded traveller will remain friends for a long time, if not for life. The daily swim stops were, not only beautiful but, a really good way to get to know our fellow travellers, as were the wonderful breakfasts and lunches provided on the boat. If I had to pick one highlight (there are so many) it would be the Zipline, Omis. The guides were brilliant and patient and the views were sensational..Oh and it was so much fun. The only low light (for me) was the wine tasting in Stari Grad. Just too many groups there for one host to manage so we were a bit ignored!
- Carrie, 21/08/2025 17:54, Travelled with Friend/s
My friends and I traveled on the Tempera on an Explorer cruise in August 2025, and we had a wonderful trip! The accommodations onboard the ship were great, and both Vicko (our tour director) and the Tempera staff were fantastic. Vicko was the best possible cruise director: he was knowledgeable, honest, and super kind, and he really helped us plan our port adventures. As a vegan, I was a little worried about the food onboard, but the kitchen & bar crew (especially Max) really went above and beyond to take care of me. Every member of the ship's crew made sure my friends and I had a fun and memorable trip. Really loved getting to know the other passengers onboard too!
- Libby, 20/08/2025 18:51, Travelled with Friend/s
Boat & crew were amazing! Nice, helpful, went out of their way to help us. Boat was great with comfortable beds. Tour Leader was super knowable & helpful. Food was beyond expectations & the swim stops blew us all away - something I wasn’t expecting. Would recommend to anyone.
- Megan, 20/08/2025 17:28, Travelled with Friend/s
My friend and I travelled on the Queen Jelena from Split to Dubrovnik on the navigator cruise. This had to be one of the best experiences of my life. Dino, our trip leader, went above and beyond. He had fantastic food recommendations for each island, as well as tips for what to see and do and incredible knowledge of Croatia. He took excellent care of everyone on board! He was amazing!! The crew were also fantastic. The food was delicious! And the boat itself was beautifully designed and very comfortable. We also had an amazing group of people to travel with and we so enjoyed getting to know all of them and listening to their travel and life stories. We will definitely be staying in touch. I cannot give Dino, the crew and the captain enough praise. Thank you, Sail Croatia, for this amazing experience.
- Laura , 20/08/2025 16:59, Travelled with Friend/s