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The Most Beautiful Islands to Sail to in Croatia

Croatia has over a thousand islands, and each has its own character – one draws you with nightlife, another with quiet bays, a third with medieval streets. For a sailor it is a paradise: short hops, predictable winds and dozens of harbours that link culture with nature. Here is a guide to the finest islands you should not miss on your voyage.

Hvar – glamorous and historic at once

Hvar balances glamour with heritage. Hvar Town is alive with yachts, Renaissance architecture and nightlife that stretches from the beach bars to hidden coves in the Pakleni archipelago. By day the fortress above the town offers a magnificent view; by evening the promenade is yours. It is the liveliest island in the Adriatic – if you are after a buzz, start here.

Vis – authentic and remote

Vis is the most distant inhabited island, and precisely for that reason it has kept its authentic atmosphere. It is known for secluded bays, the fishing town of Komiža and the famous Blue Cave on the nearby islet of Biševo, where the water glows an incredible blue. Here you will also find Stiniva Beach, voted one of the best in Europe. Vis is for those who seek calm and honest Dalmatian cooking.

Korčula – "little Dubrovnik"

Korčula is often called "little Dubrovnik" for its medieval walls and narrow streets. The old town sits on a small peninsula surrounded by the sea, and the architecture still reflects centuries of Venetian influence. The streets are laid out in a fish-bone pattern – deliberately, to soften wind and sun. For sailors it is one of the most charming harbours in the country, and reputedly the birthplace of Marco Polo.

Mljet – the greenest island

Mljet is Croatia's green escape. More than 70% of the island is covered in pine forest, and one third belongs to Mljet National Park, one of the oldest protected marine areas in the Mediterranean. There are two saltwater lakes that warm up to 28°C in summer – perfect for swimming or kayaking – and on a small islet in the middle of the larger lake stands a Benedictine monastery. When you anchor here, the day slows down.

Brač – stone and beaches

Brač is the nearest larger island to Split, so it is often the first stop on a route. It is famous for Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn) beach, which changes shape with the wind and currents, and for the white Brač stone, from which part of Diocletian's Palace in Split is also built. The town of Milna is a popular first anchorage – calm and sheltered.

Kornati – a lunar landscape on the sea

Kornati National Park is a sailor's dream – an archipelago of almost 90 islands, islets and reefs with minimal development and maximum untouched nature. The bare rocky islands rising out of gin-clear water look like a lunar landscape. It is a region for those who want to anchor in complete solitude and enjoy the silence. To enter you need a permit, which is worth arranging in advance.

When to set sail

The finest sailing weather is between May and September. In July and August the most popular harbours – Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik – fill up quickly, so it is wise to book moorings in advance or be ready to anchor in quieter bays. Verify specific conditions, permits and national park fees in advance, as they may change with the season.