{"id":2195,"date":"2025-08-20T16:22:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T16:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sailaway-vacations.com\/?page_id=2195"},"modified":"2026-09-07T10:11:35","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T10:11:35","slug":"croatia-sailing-region-north-dalmatia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sailaway-vacations.com\/index.php\/croatia-sailing-region-north-dalmatia\/","title":{"rendered":"Croatia sailing – region – North Dalmatia"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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North Dalmatia\n<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Home to the legendary Kornati Islands – the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0This region offers the perfect combination of wild nature, crystal clear waters and historic cities like Zadar and \u0160ibenik<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Best for<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Nature Lovers, Families and Adventurers<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Sailing Distance<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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10-25 NM between ports<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What to see & do<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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National Park\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Zadar Old Town\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Historic City\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tela\u0161\u0107ica Nature Park\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Nature Park\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Stunning bay on Dugi Otok with dramatic cliffs, salt lake, and pristine beaches.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\u0160ibenik\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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UNESCO Site\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Cathedral of St. James and historic stone architecture. Charming medieval town.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Krka National Park\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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National Park\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Magnificent waterfalls and swimming opportunities. Easily accessible from \u0160ibenik.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Ugljan & Pa\u0161man\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Islands\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Green islands perfect for cycling, hiking, and peaceful anchorages.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Suggested 7-Day Itineraries\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Kornati Explorer\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Biograd \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Tela\u0161\u0107ica \u2192 Zadar \u2192 Ugljan \u2192 Pako\u0161tane \u2192 Biograd\n\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The ultimate Kornati experience with national parks and historic Zadar.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Kornati wilderness\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Day-by-day Itinerary<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Day 1: Biograd na Moru\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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  • Marina Kornati check-in<\/li>
  • Provisions shopping<\/li>
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    \u2693 Marina Kornati\n\n<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    Base port<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    • Enter Kornati NP<\/li>
    • Anchor in Levrnaka bay<\/li>
    • Snorkeling in crystal waters<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      15 NM (2 hours)<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 3: Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay, Dugi Otok\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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      • Dramatic cliffs viewing<\/li>
      • Salt lake Mir exploration<\/li>
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        Day 4: Zadar<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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        • Sea Organ sunset concert<\/li>
        • Greeting to the Sun installation<\/li>
        • Roman forum exploration<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          Day 5: Ugljan Island\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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          • Peaceful island atmosphere<\/li>
          • Local olive oil tasting<\/li>
          • Traditional konoba dinner<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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            \u2693 Preko harbor\n\n<\/b>\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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            8 NM (1 hour)\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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            • Vrana Lake Nature Park<\/li>
            • Traditional fishing village<\/li>
            • Final provisions<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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              18 NM (2-3 hours)\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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              • Final sail back<\/li>
              • Equipment check<\/li>
              • Farewell dinner<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                8 NM (1 hour)\n\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                Zadar \u2192 \u0160ibenik \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Dugi Otok \u2192 Molat \u2192 Silba \u2192 Zadar\n\n\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                Combine cultural heritage with untouched nature and secluded anchorages.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                UNESCO \u0160ibenik\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                Day 1: Zadar\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                • Historic old town tour<\/li>
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                  \u2693 Marina Zadar\n\n<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                  • UNESCO Cathedral of St. James<\/li>
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                    35 NM (4-5 hours)\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                    Day 3: Kornati Islands\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                    • Crown jewel anchorages<\/li>
                    • Stone landscapes<\/li>
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                      \u2693 Kornati bay (anchoring)<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                      Day 4: Dugi Otok\n\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                      • Sakarun beach paradise<\/li>
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                        \u2693 Bo\u017eava or Sakarun<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                        10 NM (1.5 hours)\n\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                        Day 5: Molat Island\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                        • Untouched nature<\/li>
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                            \u2693 Silba harbor<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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                            • Final coastal sailing<\/li>
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                              • Winds:<\/strong> Maestral 15-20 knots in summer<\/li>
                              • Bura:<\/strong> Strong in channels, sheltered coves safe<\/li>
                              • Best months:<\/strong> May-October<\/li>
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                                • Kornati:<\/strong>\u00a0National park tickets required<\/li>
                                • Anchoring:<\/strong>\u00a0Limited designated areas in parks<\/li>
                                • Supplies:<\/strong>\u00a0Stock up in Biograd or Zadar<\/li>
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                                  Our Experience in Kornati\n

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                                  “The Kornati Islands are truly magical – it’s like sailing through a moonscape. Our Bali 4.4 catamaran is based in Marina Kornati in Biograd, so this is our home waters. The kids love exploring the countless coves and swimming in the crystal-clear water.”<\/p>

                                  “Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay on Dugi Otok is our favorite family spot – the dramatic cliffs on one side and the peaceful salt lake perfect for the younger ones. The anchorages here are some of the most beautiful in Croatia, and you’ll often have them all to yourself.”<\/p>

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                                  North Dalmatia Home to the legendary Kornati Islands – the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0This region offers the perfect combination of wild nature, crystal clear waters and historic cities like Zadar and \u0160ibenik Best for Nature Lovers, Families and Adventurers Season April – October Sailing Distance 10-25 NM between ports What to see & do Kornati National Park National Park Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Zadar Old Town Historic City Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Tela\u0161\u0107ica Nature Park Nature Park Stunning bay on Dugi Otok with dramatic cliffs, salt lake, and pristine beaches. \u0160ibenik UNESCO Site Cathedral of St. James and historic stone architecture. Charming medieval town. Krka National Park National Park Magnificent waterfalls and swimming opportunities. Easily accessible from \u0160ibenik. Ugljan & Pa\u0161man Islands Green islands perfect for cycling, hiking, and peaceful anchorages. Suggested 7-Day Itineraries Kornati Explorer Biograd \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Tela\u0161\u0107ica \u2192 Zadar \u2192 Ugljan \u2192 Pako\u0161tane \u2192 Biograd The ultimate Kornati experience with national parks and historic Zadar. Highlights: Kornati wilderness Tela\u0161\u0107ica cliffs Zadar’s Sea Organ Peaceful anchorages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Biograd na Moru Marina Kornati check-in Provisions shopping Route planning and weather check \u2693 Marina Kornati Base port Day 2: Kornati National Park Enter Kornati NP Anchor in Levrnaka bay Snorkeling in crystal waters \u2693 Levrnaka bay (anchoring) 15 NM (2 hours) Day 3: Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay, Dugi Otok Dramatic cliffs viewing Salt lake Mir exploration Nature park hiking \u2693 Tela\u0161\u0107ica bay 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 4: Zadar Sea Organ sunset concert Greeting to the Sun installation Roman forum exploration \u2693 Marina Zadar 20 NM (2.5 hours) Day 5: Ugljan Island Peaceful island atmosphere Local olive oil tasting Traditional konoba dinner \u2693 Preko harbor 8 NM (1 hour) Day 6: Rab IslandDay 6: Pako\u0161tane Vrana Lake Nature Park Traditional fishing village Final provisions \u2693 Marina Dalmacija 18 NM (2-3 hours) Day 7: Return to Biograd Final sail back Equipment check Farewell dinner \u2693 Marina Kornati 8 NM (1 hour) Heritage & Nature Zadar \u2192 \u0160ibenik \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Dugi Otok \u2192 Molat \u2192 Silba \u2192 Zadar Combine cultural heritage with untouched nature and secluded anchorages. Highlights: UNESCO \u0160ibenik Krka waterfalls Remote islands Traditional fishing villages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Zadar Historic old town tour St. Donatus Church Sea organ concert \u2693 Marina Zadar Base port Day 2: \u0160ibenik UNESCO Cathedral of St. James Krka National Park excursion Medieval fortress views \u2693 ACI Marina \u0160ibenik 35 NM (4-5 hours) Day 3: Kornati Islands Crown jewel anchorages Stone landscapes Robinson Crusoe experience \u2693 Kornati bay (anchoring) 25 NM (3 hours) Day 4: Dugi Otok Sakarun beach paradise Lighthouse Veli Rat Traditional fishing villages \u2693 Bo\u017eava or Sakarun 10 NM (1.5 hours) Day 5: Molat Island Untouched nature Secluded coves Authentic island life \u2693 Molat village 18 NM (2.5 hours) Day 6: Silba Island Car-free island Toreta tower climb Peaceful village atmosphere \u2693 Silba harbor 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 7: Return to Zadar Final coastal sailing Equipment return Farewell sunset \u2693 Marina Zadar 22 NM (3 hours) Practical Information Sailing conditions Winds: Maestral 15-20 knots in summer Bura: Strong in channels, sheltered coves safe Best months: May-October Water temp: 22-26\u00b0C in season Important Notes Kornati:\u00a0National park tickets required Anchoring:\u00a0Limited designated areas in parks Supplies:\u00a0Stock up in Biograd or Zadar Weather:\u00a0Check forecasts for Bura winds Our Experience in Kornati “The Kornati Islands are truly magical – it’s like sailing through a moonscape. Our Bali 4.4 catamaran is based in Marina Kornati in Biograd, so this is our home waters. The kids love exploring the countless coves and swimming in the crystal-clear water.” “Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay on Dugi Otok is our favorite family spot – the dramatic cliffs on one side and the peaceful salt lake perfect for the younger ones. The anchorages here are some of the most beautiful in Croatia, and you’ll often have them all to yourself.” \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","_templately_pack_id":"","_templately_imported_at":"","_templately_source":"","_templately_import_session_id":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2195","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nCroatia sailing - region - North Dalmatia - Sailaway Vacations<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/sailaway-vacations.com\/index.php\/croatia-sailing-region-north-dalmatia\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Croatia sailing - region - North Dalmatia - Sailaway Vacations\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"North Dalmatia Home to the legendary Kornati Islands – the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0This region offers the perfect combination of wild nature, crystal clear waters and historic cities like Zadar and \u0160ibenik Best for Nature Lovers, Families and Adventurers Season April – October Sailing Distance 10-25 NM between ports What to see & do Kornati National Park National Park Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Zadar Old Town Historic City Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Tela\u0161\u0107ica Nature Park Nature Park Stunning bay on Dugi Otok with dramatic cliffs, salt lake, and pristine beaches. \u0160ibenik UNESCO Site Cathedral of St. James and historic stone architecture. Charming medieval town. Krka National Park National Park Magnificent waterfalls and swimming opportunities. Easily accessible from \u0160ibenik. Ugljan & Pa\u0161man Islands Green islands perfect for cycling, hiking, and peaceful anchorages. Suggested 7-Day Itineraries Kornati Explorer Biograd \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Tela\u0161\u0107ica \u2192 Zadar \u2192 Ugljan \u2192 Pako\u0161tane \u2192 Biograd The ultimate Kornati experience with national parks and historic Zadar. Highlights: Kornati wilderness Tela\u0161\u0107ica cliffs Zadar’s Sea Organ Peaceful anchorages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Biograd na Moru Marina Kornati check-in Provisions shopping Route planning and weather check \u2693 Marina Kornati Base port Day 2: Kornati National Park Enter Kornati NP Anchor in Levrnaka bay Snorkeling in crystal waters \u2693 Levrnaka bay (anchoring) 15 NM (2 hours) Day 3: Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay, Dugi Otok Dramatic cliffs viewing Salt lake Mir exploration Nature park hiking \u2693 Tela\u0161\u0107ica bay 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 4: Zadar Sea Organ sunset concert Greeting to the Sun installation Roman forum exploration \u2693 Marina Zadar 20 NM (2.5 hours) Day 5: Ugljan Island Peaceful island atmosphere Local olive oil tasting Traditional konoba dinner \u2693 Preko harbor 8 NM (1 hour) Day 6: Rab IslandDay 6: Pako\u0161tane Vrana Lake Nature Park Traditional fishing village Final provisions \u2693 Marina Dalmacija 18 NM (2-3 hours) Day 7: Return to Biograd Final sail back Equipment check Farewell dinner \u2693 Marina Kornati 8 NM (1 hour) Heritage & Nature Zadar \u2192 \u0160ibenik \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Dugi Otok \u2192 Molat \u2192 Silba \u2192 Zadar Combine cultural heritage with untouched nature and secluded anchorages. Highlights: UNESCO \u0160ibenik Krka waterfalls Remote islands Traditional fishing villages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Zadar Historic old town tour St. Donatus Church Sea organ concert \u2693 Marina Zadar Base port Day 2: \u0160ibenik UNESCO Cathedral of St. James Krka National Park excursion Medieval fortress views \u2693 ACI Marina \u0160ibenik 35 NM (4-5 hours) Day 3: Kornati Islands Crown jewel anchorages Stone landscapes Robinson Crusoe experience \u2693 Kornati bay (anchoring) 25 NM (3 hours) Day 4: Dugi Otok Sakarun beach paradise Lighthouse Veli Rat Traditional fishing villages \u2693 Bo\u017eava or Sakarun 10 NM (1.5 hours) Day 5: Molat Island Untouched nature Secluded coves Authentic island life \u2693 Molat village 18 NM (2.5 hours) Day 6: Silba Island Car-free island Toreta tower climb Peaceful village atmosphere \u2693 Silba harbor 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 7: Return to Zadar Final coastal sailing Equipment return Farewell sunset \u2693 Marina Zadar 22 NM (3 hours) Practical Information Sailing conditions Winds: Maestral 15-20 knots in summer Bura: Strong in channels, sheltered coves safe Best months: May-October Water temp: 22-26\u00b0C in season Important Notes Kornati:\u00a0National park tickets required Anchoring:\u00a0Limited designated areas in parks Supplies:\u00a0Stock up in Biograd or Zadar Weather:\u00a0Check forecasts for Bura winds Our Experience in Kornati “The Kornati Islands are truly magical – it’s like sailing through a moonscape. 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Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Zadar Old Town Historic City Roman ruins, Sea Organ, and Greeting to the Sun. Perfect blend of ancient and modern. Tela\u0161\u0107ica Nature Park Nature Park Stunning bay on Dugi Otok with dramatic cliffs, salt lake, and pristine beaches. \u0160ibenik UNESCO Site Cathedral of St. James and historic stone architecture. Charming medieval town. Krka National Park National Park Magnificent waterfalls and swimming opportunities. Easily accessible from \u0160ibenik. Ugljan & Pa\u0161man Islands Green islands perfect for cycling, hiking, and peaceful anchorages. Suggested 7-Day Itineraries Kornati Explorer Biograd \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Tela\u0161\u0107ica \u2192 Zadar \u2192 Ugljan \u2192 Pako\u0161tane \u2192 Biograd The ultimate Kornati experience with national parks and historic Zadar. Highlights: Kornati wilderness Tela\u0161\u0107ica cliffs Zadar’s Sea Organ Peaceful anchorages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Biograd na Moru Marina Kornati check-in Provisions shopping Route planning and weather check \u2693 Marina Kornati Base port Day 2: Kornati National Park Enter Kornati NP Anchor in Levrnaka bay Snorkeling in crystal waters \u2693 Levrnaka bay (anchoring) 15 NM (2 hours) Day 3: Tela\u0161\u0107ica Bay, Dugi Otok Dramatic cliffs viewing Salt lake Mir exploration Nature park hiking \u2693 Tela\u0161\u0107ica bay 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 4: Zadar Sea Organ sunset concert Greeting to the Sun installation Roman forum exploration \u2693 Marina Zadar 20 NM (2.5 hours) Day 5: Ugljan Island Peaceful island atmosphere Local olive oil tasting Traditional konoba dinner \u2693 Preko harbor 8 NM (1 hour) Day 6: Rab IslandDay 6: Pako\u0161tane Vrana Lake Nature Park Traditional fishing village Final provisions \u2693 Marina Dalmacija 18 NM (2-3 hours) Day 7: Return to Biograd Final sail back Equipment check Farewell dinner \u2693 Marina Kornati 8 NM (1 hour) Heritage & Nature Zadar \u2192 \u0160ibenik \u2192 Kornati \u2192 Dugi Otok \u2192 Molat \u2192 Silba \u2192 Zadar Combine cultural heritage with untouched nature and secluded anchorages. Highlights: UNESCO \u0160ibenik Krka waterfalls Remote islands Traditional fishing villages Day-by-day Itinerary Day 1: Zadar Historic old town tour St. Donatus Church Sea organ concert \u2693 Marina Zadar Base port Day 2: \u0160ibenik UNESCO Cathedral of St. James Krka National Park excursion Medieval fortress views \u2693 ACI Marina \u0160ibenik 35 NM (4-5 hours) Day 3: Kornati Islands Crown jewel anchorages Stone landscapes Robinson Crusoe experience \u2693 Kornati bay (anchoring) 25 NM (3 hours) Day 4: Dugi Otok Sakarun beach paradise Lighthouse Veli Rat Traditional fishing villages \u2693 Bo\u017eava or Sakarun 10 NM (1.5 hours) Day 5: Molat Island Untouched nature Secluded coves Authentic island life \u2693 Molat village 18 NM (2.5 hours) Day 6: Silba Island Car-free island Toreta tower climb Peaceful village atmosphere \u2693 Silba harbor 12 NM (1.5 hours) Day 7: Return to Zadar Final coastal sailing Equipment return Farewell sunset \u2693 Marina Zadar 22 NM (3 hours) Practical Information Sailing conditions Winds: Maestral 15-20 knots in summer Bura: Strong in channels, sheltered coves safe Best months: May-October Water temp: 22-26\u00b0C in season Important Notes Kornati:\u00a0National park tickets required Anchoring:\u00a0Limited designated areas in parks Supplies:\u00a0Stock up in Biograd or Zadar Weather:\u00a0Check forecasts for Bura winds Our Experience in Kornati “The Kornati Islands are truly magical – it’s like sailing through a moonscape. 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