Our tour guide Lola was incredible !!! she was easy to talk to and extremely helpful She helped us arrange water taxis and answered all of our questions. Lola was great !! We were extremely disappointed with the ship's itinerary. Had we knew that the daily swim stop was actually more than 1/2 a day of swimming and that most shore excursions were to start after lunch, Starting shore excursions at 3;00 or 4;00 is just too late . we would not have taken this cruise. We did not come to Europe to swim, we came to see and explore towns and sights. For instance we visited Milena which was a waste of a day, Nothing really to see. I wish we could have spent the time in Split which is a wonderful and interesting city.
- John, 06/10/2026 14:38, Travelled with Friend/s
Great crew. Lola was incredible. Itinerary was a bit too light with the morning swim seeming like wasted time. Should charge a bit more and include more without additional charges (coffee, tea and soft drinks; more towels changed more often; greater food variety).
- Michael, 06/10/2026 07:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Our group of 20 sailed on Sail Croatia’s Elegance Cruise aboard Katarina in late September/early October & had a wonderful experience overall. Katarina is a beautiful luxury vessel. The food & drinks were excellent, while the captain, crew & Sail Croatia guide were incredibly welcoming & accommodating. The onboard experience exceeded expectations. Our disappointment was specifically with the late-season stop in Vela Luka. We spent an entire afternoon & evening there, but much of the town had already closed for the season. Restaurants & businesses were shut, taxis & boats were unavailable & we couldn’t arrange transportation to nearby beaches. With our travel dates known well in advance, these seasonal limitations should have been considered. Our group of 20 would have gladly welcomed a different stop or extra time in Dubrovnik. Excellent vessel, food, crew & service—just disappointing itinerary planning for the time of year.
- Anonymous, 06/10/2026 02:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your wonderful comments about Katarina and our onboard team! We're delighted to hear that the vessel, food and drinks exceeded expectations, and that our Captain, crew and Sail Croatia Representative made your experience so enjoyable. We're sorry that you found Vela Luka quieter than anticipated. Vela Luka is a scheduled destination on our Elegance itinerary, and while the seasonal operation of local businesses and transport providers is outside of our control, there were a number of options available during the stop, including a wine tasting excursion, Vela Spila and arrangements for guests interested in visiting nearby Proizd. The Captain's Dinner was also held onboard that evening. We appreciate your feedback regarding the late-season experience and have shared this with our Operations Team. We're very pleased that you and your group otherwise had such a wonderful experience aboard Katarina, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
- fine but the food could have been better with healthier choices
- Anonymous, 05/10/2026 12:32, Travelled with Friend/s
Ivica and Antonio were terrific. The food was outstanding. The boat was great. The biking seemed to be going from A to B with little sightseeing.
- Anonymous, 05/10/2026 07:00, Travelled with Friend/s
Overall we had a good holiday. We were on the Emanuel. The boat was clean.. Biking with guides was very good. We were disappointed in some aspects. The rooms were very tight. We understand this is a boat but our bed was against a wall and the storage was minimal. The bed was very hard and linens/towels were just ok. The room would have felt better if they had used better quality items. It felt more like dorm living or summer camp. No swimming towels provided (which we knew ahead) but this takes a lot of room in a suitcase when traveling. The meals were basic and not of a standard that we expected for a vacation. Bar prices seemed a little high. It was stated not to bring food/drink onboard.. However, there was no food or snacks available other than meals. One day we were sailing 7 hours to avoid a storm and no food provided other than lunch. This meant drinking and no snacking. The upper deck was nice with a shaded area and sun deck but the furniture needs updated.
- Nancy, 18/09/2026 13:57, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4-star rating and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that overall you had a good holiday, found Emanuel clean and particularly enjoyed the cycling experience with our guides. We’re sorry that some aspects of the onboard experience did not meet your expectations. You travelled on our Premier ship category, which is designed to offer a more comfortable style of small-ship cruising, rather than a luxury experience. For guests looking for a higher standard of accommodation, amenities and onboard comforts, we also offer our Luxury Cycle product. As you noted, swimming towels are not included on our Premier ships and this is communicated prior to departure. We would also like to clarify your comment regarding bringing food onboard. Our policy does not permit external hot meals or takeaway food; however, guests are of course welcome to bring their own dry snacks onboard. We also appreciate your comments regarding the cabin furnishings, meals, bar offering and deck furniture, and will ensure these are shared with the relevant team. Thank you again for travelling with us. We’re pleased that overall you enjoyed your holiday and appreciate your 4-star review.
Generally we had a very good time but the food & behaviour of some of the crew detracted from the overall effect. From a positive point of view both of the tour leaders, Tasi & Toni, were excellent. They worked hard to produce a great experience, were both welcoming & knowledgeable. Each hike was fun, with lots of sights & information. For the price of the trip the food was not up to standard. Breakfasts were good but both lunches & dinners were poor, mostly constituted by overcooked meat, sauce & tinned vegetables. It could and should have been much better. The crew were generally OK, but one in particular shouted at the passengers a number of times in an unnecessary manner. A briefing at the beginning of the cruise as to what areas on the deck to avoid would have helped here too. The first swim off the back of the boat was fantastic & should have been repeated rather than staying at the dock & having to search out local beaches. Other passengers were also great fun & company
- Steve, 16/09/2026 15:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Good but hoped for more time to explore/shop … on the stops. Door stops for bathroom door needed, bathroom re-supply and amenities were poor, toilet was never cleaned in our room. Breakfast window of 8-9 too short when underway by 6-7 each day. A bit more variety in the hot breakfast menu - it was the same fare each day.. More excursions offered with passenger commitment secured before the trip starts - not everyone is into swimming and water sports. Crew and servers were very attentive and friendly. Lunches on board, captain’s dinner and impromptu barbecue dinner on board were excellent. A good sail overall.
- Anonymous, 15/09/2026 14:21, Travelled with Friend/s
Average at best. The food was well below average and we could not dock at a port until the afternoon. If you like sitting on a ship with nothing to do but play on your phone and take a swim off the back, then it’s perfect. Otherwise do something else.
- Anonymous, 15/09/2026 12:09, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that some aspects of the experience, particularly the food, did not meet your expectations. We would, however, like to clarify that the schedule you experienced reflects the way our small-ship cruises are designed to operate. Ships generally depart in the morning, with time spent cruising and enjoying swim stops along the route, before arriving at the next destination in the early afternoon. The ship then remains in port overnight, giving guests the afternoon and evening to explore the town, enjoy activities and have dinner ashore at their own pace. We appreciate that this style of cruising may not suit everyone, but for many guests the combination of cruising, swim stops and extended time ashore is an important part of the experience. Thank you again for travelling with us and for sharing your feedback.
Hi, just wanted to say that whilst the holiday destinations were excellent and the boat and crew generally upto the job, the food on board was way below the standard I would expect for a trip of this nature. This was a generally held opinion of the guests onboard to the extent that it spoilt an otherwise agreeable experience. Thanks.
- Grayham, 09/09/2026 08:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the destinations visited and that you were generally happy with the ship and crew throughout your trip. We are, however, sorry to hear that the food onboard did not meet your expectations and that this impacted your experience. The onboard food was reviewed, and we have since received some excellent feedback from guests travelling aboard Esperanza, particularly regarding the food, which we have been pleased to see. Thank you again for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your experience.
Very good. Mario was a great Skipper. Easy and fun attitude. We were 2 couples, there was plenty of room. The boat was good, although I was surprised there were no solar panels. As a result we were pretty much forced to go to a marina at least every second night. The water and the swim stops in small bays were absolutely beautiful and fun. Sail Croatia was super easy to deal with from start to finish. It would be nice if they had a place to store our bags on embarkation day for a couple of hours. Checkout at most places is 11am , and the boat is only available later. The only option is someone stays with the luggage or pay a private company that charges 6 euros. All in all a great experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Sail Croatia.
- Donald, 07/09/2026 05:55, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4-star review, Donald! We’re so pleased you had a great experience overall, enjoyed the beautiful swim stops, and especially your time with Mario as your Skipper. It’s also wonderful to hear you found the booking experience easy from start to finish. Night Sky does not have solar panels or an onboard generator, with the full spec of each vessel available on our website. For guests wishing to anchor overnight while still having access to electricity and air-conditioning, we recommend booking a larger vessel equipped with an onboard generator. Our office at ACI Split Marina is quite small, so unfortunately we’re unable to store luggage ahead of check-in. As you mentioned, luggage storage facilities are available nearby for a small fee, allowing guests to explore Split before boarding. Thank you again for recommending Sail Croatia, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
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!
Overall great. Brilliant Tour leader with Dino. Fabulous knowledge and nothing he couldn’t do even answering dumb questions by some 😂 Air conditioning was an issue but overall fabulous experience.
- Mike, 04/09/2026 08:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent holiday and meet some great people from around the world . Cruise manager was excellent with great communication regarding when and what was happening. The girl that cleaned my cabin was outstanding as well,and pleasant to talk with and always smiling. The remainder of the crew were less so . They failed to acknowledge you most times and were not interactive at all. We would have spent more money on bar if the staff had been better trained in the hospitality industry. .
- Anonymous, 25/08/2026 15:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Excellent time! Vedran is great tour leader! This boat is Family owned and immaculate! All staff are family and they care deeply about the boat and assuring guests have a great time. The only reason I gave this a 4-star rating is that the air conditioning in the cabins just could not keep up with the boiling outside temperature. Most everyone had issues with the air conditioning. Also, in my opinion, the lighting in the bathrooms is not sufficient. PRO Tip 1: Evidently the cabins below deck stay cooler than those above deck PRO Tip 2: Bring clothing that is quick drying and can be washed in the sink or shower. There are ship bars outside the cabins on the upper deck where you can hang them to dry. Clothes pins are provided. PRO Tip 3: Do not bring anything fancy, cool light weight fabrics are best. PRO Tip 4: A portable travel fan will come in handy. PRO Tip 5: Buy Euro at first island stop for less than getting it at home if not your currency.
- Anonymous, 20/08/2026 18:07, 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
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
6 of us sailed on the Almissa the first week of July. Right from the start we were greeted with friendly staff members who met all of our needs and answered all of our questions. Hana was our guide/host for the week and she was amazing. She always checked in on passengers daily asking them what they had done the day before and what the plans were. She gave us a play by play of what to expect each day and answered questions and gave suggestions in a timely manner. She was outstanding. The boat was extremely clean and was big enough for all thirty plus passengers to find space if needed. The staff was friendly and assisted whenever needed. The food was also the best food I have had on the trip - even better than the restaurants. The pace of the trip was great. The only reason I did not give five stars, is that I wish drinks were included in the price or that a drink package could be bought. I would definitely suggest bringing snacks on board as they were not provided throughout.
- Scott, 13/07/2026 15:28, Travelled with Friend/s
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
It was amazing, Hanna & the crew were fantastic & the food was really good. Thankyou
- Anonymous, 07/07/2026 11:38, Travelled with Friend/s
Varying (hour by hour) ship schedule made it difficult to fully plan/enjoy. Schedule was blamed on docking constraints which were not immediately apparent unless line was saving on fees. Lack of opportunities to swim off ship was also disappointing. Coffee/tea should’ve been available free during all waking hours. More pillows desperately needed. Staff was appropriate.
- Anonymous, 06/07/2026 08:31, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found our crew to be appropriate, and we appreciate your comments on the overall experience. As our vessels operate within busy working harbours, daily schedules can vary depending on port availability, harbour authority requirements, and operational considerations. While this can occasionally impact time in port or swimming opportunities, these decisions are made to ensure the smooth and safe operation of each cruise. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding the availability of complimentary tea and coffee, additional pillows, and swimming stops. Guest feedback such as yours is valuable, and we'll be sure to share your comments with the relevant teams as we continue to review and enhance our onboard experience. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future.
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 a great time on our sail and cycle cruise thanks to Marin and Josip and our crew. Marin was our guide and Josip was our cycling guide and they were a great team-professional and very qualified yet warm and engaging. The support we received from these guys both on and off the bike was really amazing. I feel as though we got really lucky to have them assigned to our group. I took a star away because our boat-the Dionis-was very worn out. There were only 8 plastic loungers strewn about on the top deck and two were broken and there were 27 of us on board. We kept seeing other Sail Croatia boats with a full deck of chairs with cushions and I still can’t understand the disparity. Also, my husband and I ended up with a below deck cabin. It was dark, smelly, and very damp. Even the sheets at night were damp. I feel as though the trip could have been a perfect five stars if Sail Croatia had given more attention to the accommodations on the boat.
- Ricci, 15/06/2026 22:03, Travelled with Friend/s
Beyond expectations. Incredible leaders who gave us a history lesson. Truly ambassadors of the country
- Chris, 15/06/2026 18:38, Travelled with Friend/s
The actual holiday was wonderful however the downside was overprice wine and beer with small portions and not very good wine Having to pay bar bill in cash was inconvenient and bad
- Dave Holden, 15/06/2026 14:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Great 7 days on board Columbo visiting and cycling a beautiful selection of islands including Hvar, Vis, Korčula, Mljet and Sipan. Always felt we were in safe hands with our calm leader Ivaniča and ever smiling guide Olja.
- Adam, 11/06/2026 13:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Sail Croatia, who I have used before were excellent in all areas, keeping us informed, before joining, welcoming us on arrival and making sure we had had a great time, when we returned. Unfortunately, it turns out that the boat that we had chartered, Rookie, was actually owned by another company, Ultra Sailing, and that Sail Croatia, this time, were just the booking agents. Unlike Sail Croatia, the greeting that we received from Ultra, was very cold and we felt immediately unwelcome by the woman, who checked us in, who shouldn’t be in a role, in front of customers. We had the same experience, with the same woman, on our return. Despite this, we had a fantastic week, on the water, in this beautiful part of the world. Shame, we would use Sail Croatia, again, but will never return to ACI Marina in Split, again
- Ian, 11/06/2026 12:18, Travelled with Friend/s
Good trip Lovely weather Beautiful scenery Lovely staff No WiFi in room disappointing Thrown off bat at 08.30 into a concrete jungle yet taxi booked for 10.00 - stupid
- Anonymous, 04/06/2026 17:41, Travelled with Friend/s
The sailing holiday was very good, the boat , OLIMP, was great and the size of the cabin brilliant. Service was very good by the staff and Dino was quite good as the co-ordinator. The only issue was with the payment of the bar. tab at the end of the trip and what cards that were accepted. A few things should be made clearer at the start of the trip so as not to have them becoming an issue on the last night. I will be recommending this trip to fiends for sure.
- Anonymous, 26/05/2026 04:30, Travelled with Friend/s
The cycling tour guide made it Tonka , Martina Alena were si nice and helpful , Tonka is a HOOT , so helpful , great sense of humour !!!! Christina the hostess was Super !!!!
- Claude, 27/04/2026 00:44, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a wonderful week sailing with Sail Croatia and would happily recommend them to others. The entire process was smooth and professional from start to finish. Our boat was ready on time and in great condition, and the team provided helpful assistance both before we set off and when we were leaving the dock. Their communication was excellent. Before the trip, any message I sent was answered promptly with all the details we needed. This continued during our journey. When we saw a "bura" wind in the forecast, we messaged them for advice. They were very responsive on WhatsApp and gave us clear steps to take. They also went out of their way to help with a small request, providing an extra coffee machine for the boat when we asked, which was much appreciated. A particular highlight was Karolina, who personally stopped by to check in on us and make sure everything was going well. It was a nice, personal touch that showed they care about their guests. Highly recommend Sail Croatia!
- Kevin, 07/10/2025 11:08, Travelled with Friend/s
Great staff and itinerary. A little more cleaning - railings and doors should be everyday. Sanitizer in dining room and public spaces. Half our group got sick which was NOT fun. Probably not their fault. All else was excellent. Their bikes were well Maintained and it was beautiful.
- Lane, 06/10/2025 20:38, Travelled with Friend/s
- Wayne , 06/10/2025 06:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Martina and Mio were great. The Guide from Sail Croatia was a little tightly wound and confrontational. The food was just okay, and that’s probably generous. The worst part was all the noise on the boat. Spend ten bucks and put felt sliders on the chairs in the saloon. Seriously. The chair sliding noise killed all the cabins right below it. The drink prices were stupid for what you get. The food was very forgettable. But the boat and the crew were good!
- Jason, 01/10/2025 19:49, Travelled with Friend/s
My product ? Your product. Guides were great, boat crew was great ! Communication was fantastic ! All logistics great! Breakfast needs some help. Lunches not great. Need to rename the game- no sailing whatsoever. Bike Croatia is more appropriate.
- Robert, 01/10/2025 08:29, 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
Croatia is scenic and the cycling was good. The crew of the Princeza Diana was terrific- they worked very hard and were friendly and happy to interact with guests. The food was absolutely top notch- I'd recommend this trip for the food alone. Our guides were only average based on multiple previous cycling trips in Europe. They were pleasant enough but seemed disconnected from their jobs. Perhaps it was late in the season and they had mentally moved on.
- Anonymous, 22/09/2025 12:21, Travelled with Friend/s
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
The guides Ivan and Lucija were very knowledgeable and organized. We alway knew the plan and they provided great local info and recommendations. The food was well prepared and tastey. The coffee was good but cold. Maybe replace the coffee maker with a better style that keeps the urn warmer. The only downside was our ship was charged after all our travel plans were made. The upper bunk mattress was small and uncomfortable.
- George , 20/09/2025 16:35, Travelled with Friend/s
Overall the week aboard Morpheus was great. We had great service from the hostess Niki and Captain Christian had great suggestions for destinations and restaurants. The SUPs were not very good quality so check those and be sure to ask for more towels.
- Anonymous, 17/09/2025 06:15, Travelled with Friend/s
Lola was excellent as our tail end guide with good history comments along the way. For constructive criticism I would recommend that the up front lead guide (Srdan) go a bit slower so that we did not spread out into seperate pelotons with the later groups missing turns that Srdan made without stopping to allow the later groups to catch up.
- Anonymous, 16/09/2025 15:28, 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
Nicola (captain) and Ivana were great crew to guide us along the Croatian coast. They were attentive and flexible with our group of 9 and Ivana did a great job preparing meals after shopping for us daily. The island stops were beautiful places to visit!
- Dan, 10/09/2025 00:39, Travelled with Friend/s
our guide, very clean boat, social environment, great weather and scenery.
- alfred, 09/09/2025 05:56, Travelled with Friend/s
The biking was the highlight of the sail. The food was good. The lower rooms could use better ventilation. The rooms were very damp. Staff were accomadating
- Anonymous, 08/09/2025 09:43, Travelled with Friend/s
Warm showers and working wifi
- Jake, 27/08/2025 06:47, Travelled with Friend/s
The boat we where on the Mala Kate was shit, Pay the little bit extra and go on a better boat. This was my first time on a sailing boat Croatia and I expected more. The rooms were dirty, bins never cleaned , alcohol cleaned up yes. The captain took us of cause multiple times, did not stop at certain swim spots and missed actual islands throughout the whole journey. Honestly a partial refund would be expected as the experience on this was not what was promised nor the correct destinations visited. The boat was way out of ratio from male to female also.
- Kris, 12/08/2025 04:33, Travelled with Friend/s
Dear Kris, Thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this season. It is a shame to read that you felt the option you booked did not meet your expectations. We offer a wide range of different ship types to suit everyones budgets, offering different levels of accommodation and comfort. For example, our Premier ship cabins, offering spacious cabins with ensuite bathrooms and AC. I wanted to provide some more information on the decision to change the itinerary during your cruise. I can see that due to unfavourable weather, it was reported that the Captain did need to make some changes to the itinerary, I'm afraid. Due to the increase in wind and rocky seas, a swim stop was also not possible due to safety reasons. Our Captains are responsible for the safety of both the vessel and all guests onboard, and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions, they may adjust the itinerary if necessary to maintain this. I'm pleased to see that after missing Hvar earlier in the week, the Captain made sure to make this stop later during your cruise so that guests did not miss out on visiting this destination. Although some changes needed to be made due to the weather in Croatia, I can confirm that all other destinations were visited as per your itinerary, and just Mljet was skipped as a result of bad weather. We have a rigorous process in place for handling any issues that may arise whilst you are on the sail, which is included in the Pre-departure information emailed to you before the tour. I can see from our reporting that you did not raise any issues with your Sail Croatia Representative whilst you were on board Mala Kate, which is a shame as our crew could have organised additional cleaning of your cabin and emptying of bins. We have reached out to you directly to discuss your feedback further, Kris. Thank you, Cayley
This was our second Sail Croatia experience, and it was just as fantastic as the first. The crew was exemplary, and special thanks must go to our wonderful Cruise Director, Ana. Her attention to detail and genuine enthusiasm ensured every aspect of our trip was a memorable adventure. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sail Croatia to anyone seeking a unique and unforgettable holiday. The only minor issue we encountered was with the cabin allocation. While this didn't detract significantly from our overall enjoyment, a more thoughtful approach to cabin assignments could have elevated the experience from a four-star cruise to a truly exceptional one.
- Nigel, 07/08/2025 04:16, Travelled with Friend/s
The beautiful ship. The amazing swim stops. The clean and spacious cabins. The ‘welcome on board’ canapés. The opportunity to experience some beautiful, picturesque islands. The Captains dinner. The itinerary. Mio & the lovely cleaning lady who cleaned our cabins. Only having 14 guests on board. Room for improvement:: The staff could be more friendly (except Mio and the cleaning lady - they couldn’t do enough for you); there should be more fish served as part of our lunches as we are out at sea and in the Adriatic! The lunches were lovely but certainly could be improved; the breakfasts and fresh fruit needed to be replenished as you were scared of having too much and not leaving enough for other passengers. It was not clear that you could have more. The chief female waitress in my opinion didn’t want to be there and that was more than obvious at times. As there was only 14 guests on board, it felt like most of the crew were ‘on a jolly’ and did not make enough effort to satisfy.
- Anonymous, 05/08/2025 08:53, Travelled with Friend/s
We really enjoyed the itinerary and The Esperanza was very well maintained. However some issues need addressing. The staff don’t appear to be very happy in their work place. Deck hands rarely smiled, the waitress in the salon was at times most inappropriate and borderline rude. It’s not every day you hear the F word or gestures using an arms whilst talking to passengers. So totally unprofessional and disrespectful to the Captain.. We appreciate that crew are able to go ashore for free time but please don’t tell the passengers that drinking of alcohol was consumed whilst ashore and then come onto deck to work; Safely for guests and crew surely should be paramount. The salon steward Mio went above and beyond to make every moment a pleasurable experience. The food lacked any wow factor, breakfast tepid, cold ravioli not nice, lettuce leaves as a salad, fruit bowl not replenished until we complained Only 14 guests in total and that shouldn’t mean less effort.. Representive did his job.
- Anonymous, 05/08/2025 08:47, 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!
Our time on board the ship and during the cycling cruise was fantastic. The ship's crew was friendly and professional. Our cycling guides, Tonka and Sanja, were excellent, fun, and took us to many wonderful places. They also made numerous recommendations that were very helpful and enjoyable. My only criticism was for communication with the Sail Croatia personnel. It was difficult to find out which boat you were assigned to because that information was buried in a specific email link. I also asked about storage on the bicycles since they had racks and was told there was none. There were panniers provided and I did not need the backpack I had bought based on the misinformation.
- William, 08/07/2025 18:56, Travelled with Friend/s
Being able to cycle and see the places we visited with local knowledge guides. E Bikes makes it much easier and open to a wide variety of abilities. Stopping at every port and trying out local restaurants was also nice.
- Mark , 27/06/2025 04:46, Travelled with Friend/s
The tour guides Ivan and Lucija made the trips wonderful and unforgettable. Thank you.. It would have been a 5-stars tour if the breakfast varies daily, the ship is stocked with shampoo and the bed mattress is thicker. The staff on board were wonderful. The tour was well organized and the bikes were fantastic. Beach towels were not provided either.. It would have been very nice if these are provided as well.
- Roger, 18/06/2025 15:37, Travelled with Friend/s
1) Smaller group! With that many riders (32) the faster riders, some of whom would have ridden even faster if allowed, spent way too much time waiting for the slower riders. This was the case on the uphills, the downhills, and the level rides. People ride at different speeds, regardless of terrain or type of bike. 2) Longer, full-day rides. One day was only 10 km, which is ridiculous.
- Anonymous, 27/05/2025 05:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review and share your feedback following your recent Cycle Cruise with us. We're always grateful to hear from our guests, as it helps us continuously improve the experience we offer. We're sorry to hear that the group size and varying riding speeds impacted your enjoyment. Our Cycle Cruises are designed as guided group experiences, and as such, we aim to accommodate a wide range of cycling abilities. To manage this, each ride is led by two experienced guides—one at the front and one at the back—ensuring no one is left behind and that the group remains safe and supported throughout the journey. We appreciate your comments regarding the distance of some rides. Please note that all daily itineraries, including ride durations and distances, are made available in advance of booking. This allows guests to choose the trip that best matches their expectations and ability. Some days do feature shorter rides for safety, logistical, or scenic reasons, and all routes are carefully risk assessed to suit the group setting. While we understand that some guests may prefer longer or more individually tailored rides, our Cycle Cruises are intentionally designed as shared adventures—focused on group camaraderie, support, and exploration at a pace suitable for a diverse range of participants. That said, we do value your input and will take your feedback into consideration as we continue to refine our itineraries and offerings. We thank you again and we hope to welcome you again in the future on another journey!
The ship was in great shape and the Captain very skilled. the crew worked hard to make our week a fun/safe time and they succeeded. However, meals are a big part of our annual boat and bike trips. Here they failed. The meals were far too heave generally and the BBQ night was substandard with much meat and few veggies...and they were buried under all that meat. The meal was awful. Equally as bad was the captains dinner of steak that was unchewable...oh, the coffee was worse than any I had in the Navy and I didnt thimk that woukd ever be possible...undrinkable sludge..this boat & bike towr tour 7th as a group. It was the also the first to not put out a nice happy hour food spread...only pretzels and biscuits. All in all, I won't recommend this trip .
- Dennis, 21/05/2025 13:13, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to review us! We’re delighted to hear that you found our Captain very skilled, our crew hardworking, and the ship in a great condition. It’s always rewarding to know our team contributed to a safe and enjoyable experience. We're truly sorry to learn that the food during the Captain's dinner and BBQ did not meet your expectations. We understand how important meals are in shaping the overall travel experience. Your comments regarding the menu containing too much meat and poor quality of coffee are especially valuable, and we’ll be sharing them with our team as we work to refine and expand our offerings to better cater to a wider range of dietary preferences and expectations. While we regret that your experience didn't leave you feeling confident to recommend us based on the meals provided, we appreciate your honesty. Feedback like yours plays a crucial role in helping us to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future with enhancements that reflect your input.
Service
- Jacob, 19/05/2025 15:48, Travelled with Friend/s
Beautiful islands, clear water, great crew & comfortable accommodations.
- Greg, 13/05/2025 01:47, Travelled with Friend/s
The cruise was great. This survey is a pia. I had written a glowing review but the program erased it because I didn't want to include my name. So there you go.
- Morpheous, 09/05/2025 13:34, Travelled with Friend/s
We were a group of friends (8) who joined Sail Croatia for the Dubrovnik to Split 7 day cruise. The cabins were comfortable, the bathroom more spacious than the normal cruise ship. With only 40 people onboard I was concerned that we would be in each others pockets. There is more than enough space onboard to ensure you can read a book quietly if you want. The staff on our cruise (Salve de Mere) were supurb, from the maid throufg to the Captain, we were all in excellent hands. I loved the fact that we docked in small ports each night so we could enjoy local restaurants and bars. Each morning we stopped for a swim...as it was late season a few of us decamped to the jaquizzi where we had pre lunch cocktails...great fun! Each afternoon we were given options of excursions we could take, from walking and exploring, to bike rides and wine tasting. I would probably give the Buggies a miss as you travel in convoy at about 20kms per hour...very boring and a waste of money..
- Simon, 23/10/2024 11:31, Travelled with Friend/s
Wonderful ship and crew were very accommodating.
- Anonymous, 22/10/2024 08:27, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew was fantastic. Very friendly and accommodating. We were kept informed on a daily meeting about changes and weather situations concerning our travels. V our guide was great, suggesting restaurants and other things about the Croatia people. I would choose to do this trip again. It was a vacation of a lifetime! Most people were not happy that coffee couldn't be have after 9:00 am.
- Rick, 10/10/2024 17:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Our tour hosts Ivan and Lucija were wonderful hard working guides. Thanks. Lucy and the rest of the kitchen staff were amazing. Thanks. The ship, crew and captain were amazing. Thanks. To be at a beautiful Croatian port, on the Adriatic sea in the morning and not allowed to have any type of coffee on the ship till 7:30 is a sad fact.
- Rob, 09/10/2024 16:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Staff was great. Especially Klara and Pamela. We enjoyed the swim stops and island stops. The meals were so so too much fish for my liking. They’ve in our room didn’t work for 1/2 the week. The tours were great, Capains dinner/dance and wine tours as well I would include gratuity in the price and/or arrange for credit card payments for on board liquor purchases for some people I spoke to were surprised they needed so much euros at the end of the trip which may have an effect on gratuity’s We would highly recommend Sail Croatia to anyone that asks us
- Rick, 08/10/2024 13:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Rick, thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the swim stops, island visits, excursions and Captain's Dinner, and we appreciate your compliments about Klara and Pamela. Our chefs always aim to provide a variety of exciting dishes, however we understand that tastes can differ. Your comments will be passed on to our culinary team. Regarding gratuities, we want to clarify that tipping is entirely optional and at our guests' discretion. While we provide guidance for those who inquire, there’s no pressure, and any amount is appreciated by our crew. Thank you for your recommendations, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Lots of great people on this trip including two great guides and the ships crew. The biking was challenging and fun though 32 people are rather a lot to organize. The boat was not as good as we hoped, but probably our fault as we thought we had gone premium plus rather than premium. Cabins were very small and the food was OK but not great.
- Peter, 02/10/2024 23:12, Travelled with Friend/s
Good communication before trip. Attentive staff during our trip. Nice hand off after our trip.
- Paul, 30/09/2024 14:35, Travelled with Friend/s
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
We did a Sail Croatia hike trip. Sail Croatia knew ahead of time some of the people were unable to hike but were interested in the islands we were visiting to see the towns and the history. I would have expected that the coordinators would have given suggestions for things to do and historical information. If you weren't hiking you received limited attention.
- Greggory, 26/09/2024 03:02, Travelled with Friend/s
Had a great trip. Anthony and Matea were wonderful Captain and host.
- Anonymous, 25/09/2024 10:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Best way to see Croatia by Boat and Bike. Biking tge islands on ebikes is the only way to go!!! Fantastic. Staff and Crew were awesome. Food was Great. Chef was awesome and full of exuberance. I only downgraded to 4 stars due to Cabin comfort. Need better air circulation and climate control for sleeping.
- John, 23/09/2024 10:06, Travelled with Friend/s
I was very happy with the tour. The crew was happy going and all operations were smooth, The guides were well qualified, engaged and expressed kindness towards the the guests every day of the tour. Indeed a very good experienced, the second time I go with Sail Croatia in the beautiful area. My suggestions are: 1) Slow down the bike tours, make more brief stops to enjoy the splendor of nature. 2) Make the diet more in accordance with environmental and dietary recommendation (less meat, more vegetables and fruits). Furthermore, take measures to reduce food wast. As a first step, measure the food waste on board and calculate how much it costs. 3) Express your concern for nature in the selections of all materials and operation; including detergents, sorting of waste, motor efficiency; even the use of sails when possible. 4) Improve considerably the quality of the coffee you serve. For many people a good cup of coffee makes even a rainy day bright and sunny.
- Tryggvi Felixson, 23/09/2024 08:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Boat was pretty good, weather was rubbish, staff were very good but organisation needs some work! Lots of defects on the boat. Rain, thunder and lightning almost every day. The check in, shopping and hand over was utterly chaotic. Sail Croatia need to do a deal with the supermarket to take an order and deliver. There were hundreds of people, traffic chaos and no trolleys to be had.
- Nick Wilmshurst, 23/09/2024 06:45, Travelled with Friend/s
This is a well organised & experienced company who deliver what they claim. We visited scenic port villages, ate well, did some cycling (not as much as we wanted due to inclement weather) and made new friends from around the world. The crew & guides worked really hard to meet the varied needs of the guests.
- Frank, 19/09/2024 05:23, Travelled with Friend/s
Fabulous trip great meeting people worldwide the islands we stopped at were amazing tour was well a organised food was ok drinks were very expensive on the boat I think a lot more drinks would be served if this was not so excessive also hidden costs should be told up front paying for national parks and also the city tax was a lot more expensive than hotels city tax ?why ? we paid 3 times more than normal city tax when i questioned this I was told this was for staff for lifting bikes on and off ? is that not part of the holiday fees? need to be up front to people with all these charges shame only thing that put dampner on an exciting holiday
- mario, 15/09/2024 18:42, Travelled with Friend/s
Dear Mario, Thank you for your recent 4 star review. I'm pleased to see you had a fabulous time on-board your recent Cycle Cruise, and you appreciated the organisation of the tour. We do advise on our FAQS, and also your Online Account that there is a "A local payment of 40 Euros per person is payable onboard your Sail Croatia Cruise. This payment incorporates port fees and tourist taxes throughout the week and is subject to change." so that is not a surprise to guests when on-board the cruise. Thank you for your feedback on the food and drinks, this is appreciated and will be passed onto our Operations Team. We do appreciate you as a valued customer of ours and are glad the feedback raised in your review did not deter you from having a great time on board. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
A. Make aircondition in cabin to work. B. Reduce information from the Cycling guide. Too much Information for the next day. C. More time to swim during time on board from one port to another D. We all had electric bikes. The Cycling was shorter Than expected.
- Henning, 09/09/2024 13:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Dear Henning, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We genuinely value all input, as it helps us improve and ensure that our trips meet the diverse expectations of our guests. We understand that you felt the cycling routes were shorter than expected and that there could have been more opportunities for swim stops. We aim to balance both activities in a way that suits the varying preferences of our guests, but we appreciate your thoughts and will certainly take them into consideration. Regarding the information provided by the cycle guide, it’s our goal to ensure that all guests have the context and details they need for a safe and enjoyable experience. However, we understand that preferences for information can vary, and we will review how we can provide a balance between giving useful details while not overwhelming our guests. Upon checking our internal reports, there were no reports of issues regarding the air-conditioning in your cabin. We have a rigorous process in place for any issues that arise onboard, which is outlined in your pre-departure information. Following this process ensures that no incident is left unreported and gives us the best chance to resolve this during the cruise for you. Your feedback is invaluable to us so we do thank you for taking the time to provide it. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon.
The combination of riding to touring was great. Last couple of days would have been nice to have some more cycling but I recognize this is dictated by the size of the island.
- Ian, 02/09/2024 12:17, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew was amazing. From Andre our server to Matek and Christiana the sailors, everyone was friendly, helpful and competent. The cabins were small and cramped. Not much storage space. But we were only in our cabins to sleep or shower. Katarina and Mila were excellent cycling guides. Meals were substantial- no need to ever go hungry! It would be great if there was some decent coffee at breakfast. The coffee was terrible! The cycling was made easier with the e-assist bikes. One suggestions is to divide the cycling groups. Those on e bikes and those on standard bikes. Those on e bikes were always waiting for the standard cyclists to catch up. It felt like we were constantly interrupting our ride.
- Anonymous, 30/08/2024 21:03, Travelled with Friend/s
I was told a couple weeks before our sail that unfortunately I was being put in a double bed with another male. I sent several emails back and forth and their response was always “it’s in the FAQs” and they couldn’t help me so bad luck. When I arrived to the ship I found out there was serval couples staying in 2 x single beds so the issue could have been resolved if they actually wanted to. Also they allowed a group of 20 friends/couples to book the ship (40 on the ship) (also a group of 7 so 13 people were strangers) It ruined everyone’s trip because they weren’t there to make New friends they were there to party with old ones and they had the monopoly on every thing in terms of dinners and that. It really ruined the vibe because everyone felt on the outside because they would take over the ship and leave the rest out, we made our own fun but would be nice. Very disappointing overall, the crew and rep were 5 starts but management side before the ship has sailed in the downfall.
- Daniel, 26/07/2024 07:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your feedback, Daniel. We are pleased to hear the crew and rep were 5 stars however, we are are sorry to hear that your overall experience did not meet your expectations. As per our email correspondence, our FAQs and ship pages outline that bed configurations on our Navigator cruises can include double beds, and bedding configurations are not guaranteed at the time of booking. We understand how this situation might be disappointing, however, we aim to make this transparent via our website to avoid any disappointment and to set expectations. We also offered alternative cruise dates with waived cancellation fees to accommodate your preferences, but these options were not taken up. All the couples were in double bedded cabins. Regarding the group bookings, we strive to balance the needs of all guests, and we regret that this impacted your enjoyment. We are pleased that the overall customer feedback rating for your week onboard was 4.62/5 stars. Your feedback is important to us, and this is appreciated.
The guides and boat staff where welcoming and fun to be with and being with like minded people
- Peter, 11/07/2024 22:49, Travelled with Friend/s
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
Great combination of bike time, boat time, and town time with friends old and new. Croatia is a beautiful country to visit. Guides and Crew were excellent.
- Trefor, 26/06/2024 17:10, Travelled with Friend/s
if you have a group of bikers and non-bikers, and want enough biking and cruising and hiking and walking for everyone, the cycle cruise is just the right mix. We found ourselves never really needing more of any one thing (especially food). The staff was amazing and really do everything they can to make sure you are always comfortable.
- Eliot, 24/06/2024 12:39, Travelled with Friend/s
Overall the trip was excellent. However if you look into the fine details then you can find major issues. For example tipping policy is terrible ad should be scrapped. Company say one figure staff say a different figure and service you receive is not worth either amount. Some staff’s appearance could improve especially first thing in the morning at breakfast. Sail Croatia and crew of Jelena, have forgotten who the customer is, in respect of, a customer works hard to save money to go on holiday and we are all suffering with cost of living being expensive no different to the crew. Excellent on the face but poor in detail
- Pau, 18/06/2024 04:59, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Paul, thank you for taking the time to provide your 4-star review. We are pleased to hear that you found the trip overall to be excellent, which is also reflected in the overall cruise rating of 4.8/5 stars. Our tipping policy is clearly outlined on our website and in pre-departure documents, and we apologise for any miscommunication that occurred during your cruise. Please be assured that we have addressed this issue to prevent any future confusion. Additionally, we appreciate your comments regarding staff appearance and service quality, especially during breakfast. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will use it to improve our services and ensure our team meets the high standards we strive for. Thank you for choosing to travel with Sail Croatia.
Great Staff great ship .
- Rob, 17/06/2024 16:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Beautiful locations, the scenery was amazing. The E-bikes were a revelation it was as easy or as hard as you wanted it to be. The staff and boat crew were very friendly and hospitable. Wonderful way to spend a week in the Adriatic.
- Grant, 17/06/2024 06:18, Travelled with Friend/s
The skipper and hostess
- Anonymous, 12/06/2024 01:16, Travelled with Friend/s
What we liked about Sail Croatia: The boat was beautiful and the staff was courteous and helpful. We enjoyed the overnight stays, and the optional UNESCO dinner. What we did not like about Sail Croatia:: The hot tub was not hot, lukewarm at best. Meals choices were limited if you did not like the day’s meals you were out of luck as there were no other choice. No activities or music on board other than a swim stop (weather permitting). The included traditional dinner venue was nice but the food was too bland for our taste. The bar staff charged our account for a bottle of wine and several drinks that we did not order. They need a better accounting system for the onboard liquor. This cruise is better suited for people who want it quiet and with minimum people. For people who enjoy lounging in the sun reading books as there is little else to do when you are onboard. This type of cruise is not for us.
- Anonymous, 09/06/2024 18:27, Travelled with Friend/s
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your beautiful ship, that you found the staff helpful onboard, and that the overnight stays were a memorable experience! We're sorry to hear that some elements of the cruise weren't as you expected. A daily buffet breakfast and 3-course lunch are included daily on all cruises. Set menus allow the onboard chef to prepare meals to a high standard using fresh, local ingredients. Unfortunately due to the size of the galley onboard our luxury small ships, an a la carte menu is not possible, however we are more than happy to accommodate dietary requirements. Unlike large cruise liners, Sail Croatia cruises are all about experiencing an authentic side of Croatia onboard luxury small ships, being shown the secrets of this incredible country by local, welcoming staff and experiencing culture, food and historical sights with like-minded travellers. Our cruises dock overnight in each destination, bringing guests into the midst of each town/harbour by mid-afternoon. After enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard, relaxing at a swim stop and cruising towards your next destination, ships are docked along the waterfront, ensuring guests are able to explore each destination at their leisure, participate in optional activities or indulge in local cuisine in one of the local restaurants.
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
Staff, boat, food especially lunch Waiting staff very good and friendly
- John, 21/05/2024 18:32, Travelled with Friend/s
Our guides Evichia and Tonka were fantastic. Always accommodating and available to answer questions and address concerns.
- Paul, 11/10/2023 14:10, Travelled with Friend/s
The trip was an excellent value. The guides were good and the bikes were in great shape. Next time I do this trip it will not be in a below-deck cabin. My only other complaint is the dining salon is small and very noisy when full. It was much better when we could expand to the tables outside.
- Gordon, 10/10/2023 13:29, Travelled with Friend/s
Great staff, beautiful boat. Our cabin was unusually small compared to others on our cruise - even single person cabins were significantly larger, notably the shower. Cabins need more hooks or places to dry things. Food on the cruise was great - though breakfast could have had more variety. Itinerary took us to fantastic locations. Wish we could have spent more time exploring the locales on our own. Our cruise director Mia was spectacular! The two group events on the boat needed some help. The cocktail hour on the top deck was lit with horrible emergency lighting and not conducive to a party atmosphere. The captain's dinner concept was nice, but we would have preferred to eat in a local village restaurant, The entertainment at the captain's dinner was clearly skewed to an older audience and half the room left before the music was finished. But overall we really enjoyed our experience.
- Anonymous, 26/09/2023 11:32, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to review your cruise with us this summer. I'm so pleased to read you were happy with the fantastic destinations you visited, it was a pleasure to have you join us on board. Thank you for your kind comments regarding your representative Mia - we will be sure to pass these along as it is nice to be appreciated. Thank you for your further feedback which has been passed on to the relevant departments. Thank you again for joining us.
Good routes. Local knowledge was good. Variety of sights.
- Michael, 25/09/2023 01:15, Travelled with Friend/s
ship is very nice, ports of call excellent.
- Anonymous, 22/09/2023 20:22, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a great week , enjoying well guided hikes and sensational swim stops .
- Anonymous, 19/09/2023 08:57, Travelled with Friend/s
The whole "package" was quite good. Guides, bar/food and of course the rest of the crew. As we had a lot with Maria and both in the bar, I just want to say that these were unbelievably nice and talented people. But breakfast could have been somewhat more varied. We were on MS P Diana.
- Tor Arne, 18/09/2023 14:27, Travelled with Friend/s
The assortment of food on the boat for breakfast and lunch was excellent. The variety of terrain and vistas was equally as satisfying. Our accommodations were perfect for our needs. The only negative for the journey was the smell of cigarette smoke at times on the boat, especially at meal times. It was a second-hand, drifting issue but bothersome none the less. Would absolutely recommend a trip of this type to others.
- J. David, 18/09/2023 11:11, Travelled with Friend/s
Good organization of bike trips
- Carol, 18/09/2023 09:44, Travelled with Friend/s
Booked based on Explorer being best suited for couples, young professionals and 'young at heart' travellers. Didn’t expect at 44, to be the second youngest guest, with the majority being 70s. The boat was fine, the bedroom smelled a bit damp and there were broken fixtures in the bathroom. The crew were great, and very friendly. Disappointed the sundeck bar / bbq area wasn’t used. Also, the ‘€25 bbq’ which was cooked in the oven was a poor offering, and unsurprisingly didn’t go ahead. All in all, I had a great time, but had I have been much younger, would’ve been disappointed with so many older guests.
- Jonathon , 18/09/2023 09:23, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Jonathon, Thank you for your feedback. It's great to know that the crew were friendly and welcoming, however we are disappointed to hear the ages onboard were misaligned with your expectations. Our Explorer cruises are designed to offer a diverse and inclusive experience for travelers of all ages over 15 years. Whilst we do attract a wide range of guests, including young professionals and the 'young at heart' travellers, age demographics can vary from one cruise to another. We aim to create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone, and we're glad to hear you had a great time onboard. We'll take note of your comments regarding room conditions and food offerings to further enhance our services, and we appreciate your feedback provided for the onboard meals, rating us 4-5 out of 5 stars, thank you. We hope you'll consider cruising with us again in the future.
Stephanie was amazing. She cooked, cleaned and made us feel very spoilt. She went shopping and always took care of our needs. This really made the trip very comfortable and an easy holiday. Tony was a great skipper with excellent knowledge of the country and coast. Great tips and locations with lots of flexibility and opportunities for spare of the moment activities. The boat is brand new and everything works well. Good layout and lots of space to sprawl out on the 7 day trip.
- Anonymous, 18/09/2023 04:24, Travelled with Friend/s
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
The skipper made our holiday as he listened to what we hoped to get out of trip & every day he raised the bar. His knowledge of area was outstanding.
- Jeremy, 13/09/2023 10:17, 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
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
A great combination of fun and relaxation. Our vessel was captains by Danny who did an amazing job each day and made the trip that much better. The beautiful beach stops, hanging out with other boats, we’re my favourite. The things that require improvements to me are: Boat had no cooling - on :32 degree days and 26 degree nights there was no way to escape the heat. The boat needs a few upgrades, such as fans in rooms or an air conditioner , the speaker system wasn’t working properly. Then there was the few little things that made it disappointing, such as the sail only was put up once. The activities weren’t something we were made aware of until the last day.. €85 to go on a zip line.. and then all other activities like the punch party - just a cup of juice on the side of the road. The cave party - just a bar in a cave White and blue night - didn’t happen? Other than that, it was great and would recommend it to everyone :)
- Sean, 21/08/2023 03:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there Sean, thank you for your review and for taking the time to provide your feedback on your Flotilla Tour with us this summer, it was a pleasure to have you join us. We are so happy to read you had a wonderful time and you would recommend the tour, this is fantastic! I will be sure to pass your kind words onto Danny. Feedback is important to us, so we do appreciate this from you and it will be passed onto the relevant teams. I believe some inclusions, like the Blue & White Party you may have read on the Navigator Cruise page as this is not an inclusion on the Flotilla Tour. Thanks again for a great week on board.
- Lachlan, 16/08/2023 10:14, Travelled with Friend/s
The bike/ sail cruise was great overall, what made the trip was our tour leaders Marija and Andrej. They were extremely friendly, outgoing and easy to connect with, they provided local recommendations of what to do and where to go. Also, the group of people on the boat were great, a slightly older crowd that knew how to have fun and connect with each other. The food on the boat was average which I expected it would be, definitely needs more attention. The bikes were in great condition without any faults, exceeded my expectation. The room was okay however bathroom needs a detailed clean and the shower curtain had mould. A little disappointed that our first day riding got cancelled due to rain and also advised it was a public holiday, so we stayed in spilt for the night. The public holiday should have been worked around in advance for an alternative, understand about the rain issue. Paying for drinks in cash was annoying, I would have bought more if able to pay on credit card.
- Vince, 14/08/2023 07:14, Travelled with Friend/s
We though sail Croatia was good value for money but later found better boats for way cheaper. Disappointed in the service, cleanliness and food . Room floor was not washed once, luckily small and washed ourself. , The shower not cleaned once. Had to ask to change the linen, when we were informed that it will be changed on the Wednesday. It was eventually done on Thursday. Food quality of an old age home. Asked for double bed slept on two single beds. Later found that owner of ship children work on the boat. Thats maybe why! Stops on islands was however amazing and Boris / tour operator working for the boat was very helpful and assisting us with places to visit and Restaurants suggestions on the islands. The boat was way more expensive that a big cruise liner and does not justify the cost of this small boat travelling. When we got of the boat there was no farewell greeting by the staff or someone helping with the luggage. 😪😢.
- Pierre, 08/08/2023 15:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Pierre, thank you so much for taking the time to review your cruise with us this summer in Croatia. I am quite disappointed to read your review, especially as I can see guests from your week on board provided both positive reviews and feedback of their experience. In saying this, we do appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback and this will be passed on to our Operations Manager in Split, thank you for your points raised.
It was a great 7 days on the Queen Jelena and the schedule saw us visit fantastic islands from Split to Dubrovnik. We had a great crowd of people on our trip, and swim stops were amazing. Cabin was better than we anticipated. Food was bland and lacking vegetables and salads of any kind, soup on a 35 degree day is not ideal. There is an opportunity in this area. Our tour guide was pretty absent, apart from his lunch time speech, although he was humorous. Would recommend doing this trip.
- Simon, 02/08/2023 16:03, Travelled with Friend/s
Our guide Dino made this experience unforgettable. Amazing dude with great knowledge
- Logan, 28/07/2023 00:37, Travelled with Friend/s
The Yacht we chose was the cheapest available on the website. Common sense dictates that you are going to receive a lesser quality product. It was also a really hot week with temperatures constantly over 30 degrees. This was outside Sail Croatia's control. The issues were... #1 It is sold as a 7 night charter. Despite what we were told about possible early departure on day one we did not get off the dock until 6pm day one due to the boat not being ready. So day one does not exist. Then, you are expected back by 6pm on day 6 but you don't actually have to be off the boat by 8.30am day 7. In reality it is a 7 night 5 day charter. Disappointing. All charter boats should have bedroom fans. Sleep was impossible in the cabins as it was too hot at night.. 'We bought a fan at a marina. Various other things were disappointing but i only have 200 characters left. Nice people to deal with. Average product. Boat sold as 7 nights which leads you to believe at least 6 1/2 days, not 5 days as it was.
- Simon, 25/07/2023 06:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Simon, thank you for taking the time to write your review and provide us with your feedback. We do understand it is very hot in Croatia during the summer, especially during your sail. To help with the summer heat and offer more comfort, we do have in our offer yachts equipped with air-conditioning for travellers who prefer this option. Sea Legend, your chosen yacht as advertised doesn't come with air-conditioning. Check in and check out times are readily available on our website under FAQ's. We advise that early check-in may sometimes become available on the day of check-in if the yacht doesn't need to have any repairs or require additional cleaning from the previous charter. Sadly, early check-in wasn't available on your week. Check-out is at 8:30am on the day of check-out so we ask guests to return the night before to prevent delays with the check-out. Rigorous safety checks, repairs and cleaning must be completed before the yacht is ready for the next guests. This information is clearly outlined in our Booking Terms which must be read and accepted prior to booking. We thank you again for your time, your feedback and for travelling with us.
Staff, food and company was very good. Our tour guide/instructor Ivana was excellent, knowledgeable, informative and very helpful. She did a great job.
- Domenic, 24/07/2023 17:28, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff and tour guide (Ivana) were fantastic and made the trip really great, also mixing it up with the young people was fantastic also. Cheers, Andrew
- Andrew, 24/07/2023 16:55, Travelled with Friend/s
The whole system was set in place to take money off people, the day trips were more expensive with the boat then they were if you organised it for yourself! The drinks were too expensive, the captain didn’t allow anything to be brought in the boat. Air con was not included and when paid for it didn’t work properly 75% of the time, we missed the best parts of Croatia and weren’t told about them because the day trips weren’t informative about anything! I would never recommend doing sails to anyone. I was disappointed with everything to do with the trip except our lovely crew member, Ioana! She was the only good thing to come out of the trip, she needs a raise! The food was good.
- Jack, 05/07/2023 10:58, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Jack, thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your recent Sail Croatia - Hideout Cruise. I will be sure to pass your comments and kind words regarding Ioana onto the team, she will be so pleased to hear this, so thank you for your kind words here. It is wonderful to also read you were happy with the food served on board. We are disappointed to hear that your experience did not match those of your fellow travellers onboard. I have checked the feedback collected for this departure, and we have received 5 Stars across both of our ships that departed on the Hideout Cruise. Our Standard and Ensuite ships have fans inside the cabins for additional ventilation and are more suited to the budget conscious traveller. For guests that prefer air-conditioning, our Premier ships are guaranteed to have AC in all cabins. The differences in ship categories are available on our website prior to booking with us. We have a comprehensive process in place to address any issues that may arise during your time onboard the cruise - this is provided via your pre-departure information and reiterated in the Welcome Speech. Our representatives are there to assist you with any concerns or challenges you may encounter. However, if you feel that your issue was not adequately resolved, we encourage you to escalate it to our Operations Manager and/or Managing Director. They will ensure that your concerns are thoroughly addressed and appropriate actions are taken. Thank you, Cayley.
Had such a good time, the crew were amazing and very friendly
- Anonymous, 28/06/2023 07:16, Travelled with Friend/s
It was a wonderful 7 day trip from Split to Dobrovnik with stops at several islands. Weather fantastic, scenery breathtaking, people so friendly. The cabins were clean and spacious and the food on board excellent. A wonderful way to see Croatia for the first time.
- Ian , 27/06/2023 06:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Compared to recent cruises in the region, the food quality and choice offered was poor and repetitive. Bar closed too early in the evening. Pillows in the room were substandard and uncomfortable. Often had bad drain smell in cabin. The Tour Guide, Stjephan, was outstanding and the rest of the crew very good.
- Brian, 13/06/2023 06:23, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Brian, thank you for your review and for joining us in Croatia this season. I am sorry to hear we did not meet your expectations on this occasion. Please be assured that your feedback is very important to us and your remarks will be passed onto the relevant team so that improvements can be made. Thank you for this and also for your kind words on Stjepan, I will be sure to pass this along to him. Thank you!
Small group, good guides, bike adventures. There should be more details on the physical aspects of the bike touring as those that chose the hybrid bikes found some of the hills tòo strenuous.
- Anonymous, 29/05/2023 19:17, Travelled with Friend/s
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
Our guides Marin and Ivan were very knowledgeable and attentive. The boat Milena was a great base allowing us to explore the Dalmatian islands by bike.
- Rick, 22/05/2023 15:44, Travelled with Friend/s
I would like to suggest that you don’t start your cruise season while the islands are still closed and not much open. The bar staff should also understand how to make drinks if have them on the list of drinks. May yea and coffee should be free all day ( not a big cost to you )We had a good cruise besides these minor things.
- Martin, 20/05/2023 13:00, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Martin, thank you for taking the time to review your Elegance cruise with us this season. Your feedback is very important to us, so we appreciate that you have taken the time to write to us with your suggestions. There are many benefits to travelling to Croatia outside of peak season in April and May, including cheaper cruise and flight prices, as well as fewer crowds of tourists - this is usually down to personal preference. I will be sure to pass your comments regarding drinks onto the relevant team, thank you for bringing this to our attention and we are pleased that you had a good time. Thank you!
e bikes saved the trip. Food and sleeping arrangements could have been better
- Anonymous, 17/10/2022 07:09, Travelled with Friend/s
Guides were outstanding. Tailored each day's rides to the group. Gave options. Knew the terrain. The food needs work. Portions were huge. Occasionally, as they tried to serve 32 people at once, they plated and waited for all 32, resulting in cold food for everyone. When dinner is at 7, serve at 7, no matter who is there. And the food quality was not great. Breakfasts were okay. But fresh vegetables were scarce and overcooked. Salads consisted of a small bowl of tomatoes and cucumbers every night. I would suggest that when the boat is docked in a town with restaurants available, give people the option of not eating on the boat but in town, and adjust the prices accordingly. Rooms were cleaned/serviced only once in the week, which was fine but would have been nice to know. No bathroom toiletries, despite being told there would be. And front cabins with twin beds have very limited access to the underbed storage--bad design.
- Anonymous, 06/10/2022 11:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 4-star review . We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time onboard the cruise, found the guides outstanding and appreciated the tailor-made itinerary for your private group. We agree - cruising is the best way to see the Dalmatian islands. We thank you for your suggestions - guests are welcome to dine in local restaurants if they prefer to in the evenings, and decline the dinner provided. In regards to the meals served, the chef will prepare and cook all the meals in the small gulleys onboard and we understand that at times, this is not to everyone's taste. Your comments will be passed on to them for future improvements, thank you. Each cabin is unique in style, providing storage for two guests and there is additional storage in the cupboards provided. Cabin cleaning service takes place daily, with a thorough clean mid-week. Toiletries are not provided on all ships and to avoid disappointment, we advise guests to bring their own - this information is also mentioned in your pre-departure documents. Thank you for all your comments here. We hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall experience and enjoyment.
Dalmatian islands were amazing. I have to go back. Both guides Ivan and Joseph were fantastic. Food quality on the boat needs to desperately improve. That alone would have me looking for a different company for next time. Overall a great experience and want to come back but will need much better food on boat
- Rich, 03/10/2022 06:46, Travelled with Friend/s
Panniers on the bikes Cleaner rooms More food options
- David , 26/09/2022 05:55, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your comments here David, these will all be taken onboard and we hope you enjoyed all other aspects of your cruise.
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 ship staff and quality of service is not what we experienced on our period 2 trips with sail croatia. 1. Rooms, bed comforters were just placed on beds. There were never completely done up with pillows, 2 of the days we’re not even done, mirror was dirty for the week. 2. Bar service was poor, common drinks were never made properly. Previous trips with sail croatia, a glass of wine was served with lunch. 3. We received a nice bottle of champagne since it was out 3 rd trip. We don’t drink champagne so we asked them to deliver it to a newlywed couple on the boat. It was never done. We asked what happened to the bottle, it was then delivered 4 days later. 4. Food quantity and quality was poor, always ran out of fruit for breakfast and salad for lunch. When asked if they had any more salad they said it was all gone, 5. Final Bill, They added a $200 kuna ($30Us) charge to reprogram the key that never worked. After arguing with them they reversed it.
- Stan, 16/09/2022 08:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review Stan, we value your feedback as a 3rd time devoted Sail Croatia guest. On our Elegance cruises we offer daily cabin service with mid-weekly linen change. If you ever need any additional cleaning, the crew are always more than accommodating. I have checked our internal reports and can't see that this was raised with any of our crew members or Onboard Representative to get this resolved for you. In regards to the meals, the chef is more than happy to provide more servings upon request. We are pleased to hear that the key was resolved and that the bottle of champagne was gifted to the newly wedded couple. We appreciate all your comments here Stan and we hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall enjoyment onboard. Thank you.
Such a relaxing way to see a lot of Croatia. Everyday new villages to explore, new restaurants to try, sampling new drinks in hidden bars up lanes and alleys. Very friendly staff who couldn’t do enough to ensure you enjoyed your time on aboard, with good food and lots of it. A multinational bunch of travellers who soon become a group of friends to share the trip with and stories of each other’s lives. Improvements:- small things such as padded sun bed covers, stronger aircon in rooms. Daily visible Computerised drinks bill so you know what cash is required, longer stays in port, I would recommend this holiday and will certainly be repeating this format for all future holidays.
- Alan, 06/09/2022 06:18, Travelled with Friend/s
1. The Dalmation coast is superb and made the trip worthwhile. The friendly crew and spectacular destinations made up for a lot of daily flaws. 2. Food is 2 out of 5 at best. There were times were we ate mediocre food on the boat while docked at a port with great restaurants. 3. Too many stops for swimming off the boat when there's a beautiful beach in sight, just out of reach. Also, when there was a beach stop, it was usually around 45 minutes - what good is that? 4. When cycled right past many points of spectacular scenery that would have been nice to soak in and maybe take a picture or two. When we did stop, it was usually a baren intersection or a town that wasn't as nice a town we sped thru. 5. The bathrooms below deck smelled of sewage. I know the crew must have know this as there were air fresheners in the bathrooms to mask the smell. 6. The trip really ends a day early, on Friday afternoon when the boat arrives in Split and the crew starts closing up.
- Dignan, 30/08/2022 13:26, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Dalmatian Coast, friendly crew and the most beautiful destinations along the way. However, we are disappointed to hear you were unhappy with some aspects of the cruise including the food, swim stops and cabin. Our chefs aim to prepare fresh meals using local produce each day out of their small gulleys, we understand that this is not to everyone's taste. Having a look at the feedback rating for the meals served, the average rating is 4 stars. The ships anchor out at secluded bays for each swim stop which means we are unable to moor into beaches as this would require authorisation from port authorities and generally, ships would need to be moored into the approved docks. However, beaches are easily accesible from most islands for you to enjoy once you arrive at your destination. The swim stops are planned out each week, however we hope that you enjoyed some of the islands you passed. Upon request, the Captain may have been able to stop momentarily for pictures. We are sorry to hear you experienced some issues with the smell in your cabin. We have a rigorous process in place for such issues and if raised with the Onboard Representative, this will be resolved immediately. Upon checking our internal records, I cannot see that this was reported to our team onboard. The cruise ends at 8:30am on the Saturday. Thank you again for your review and we do hope that the flaws mentioned did not detract from your overall lovely experience.
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
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
- facilities on the boat were well below par. - representative did not get involved with the clientele on the boat - ratio of boys : girls was absolutely out of balance. Will not be recommending this , very unfortunate
- Charlie, 27/07/2022 05:41, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Charlie, thank you for your review. I can see you booked our Navigator cruise on a Standard ship, which is our most cost effective and budget travel option. Having a look at the feedback for your Onboard Representative, they received all 5 star ratings. The balance of genders depends customer demand for any given ship, and is unfortunately outside of our control. We aim to get a good mix onboard taking into consideration age, gender, nationality and group makeup. This heavily depends on who has booked. I can see that all guests that provided feedback for your week would recommend us to others. We are sorry to hear you won't be recommending us in future. Thank you again for providing us with your review.
We lived on two yachts for a week. We went to a different port city each night to see new sights, and try new foods. Our boat captains took care of a lot of the behind the scenes stuff like docking Reservations, dinner Reservations (when needed), and Diving Reservations for the divers in the group. EVERYONE had a Great Adventure!
- Skip, 26/07/2022 05:46, 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!
The crew were great
- jakeb, 18/07/2022 13:02, Travelled with Friend/s
Every place we visited is truly beautiful. Ivana, Daniel, Mario and the rest of the crew were always there to make sure the trip was as pleasant as possible. This was my 3rd trip in the past 6 years on this same boat, so you can imagine how much I like it and strongly recommend it. The friendships you make and the experiences you live can last you a life time if you choose to. Cheers!!
- Cesar , 18/07/2022 10:40, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything
- Naci , 14/07/2022 14:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Croatia has the best sailing waters in the Med. It offers calm winds, abundant moorings and just awesome water. Sail Croatia made this all possible with their professional service and great fleet of sailing boats. Serenity, while an older lady of the sea, was easy to sail and the equipment was first class. Wanting to explore the Dalmatian Coast on your own bareboat charter, Sail Croatia offer great value and equipment. We had a blast....
- Geoff, 29/06/2022 07:12, Travelled with Friend/s
The tour was incredibly poorly organised. The company completely fail to train their staff in how to deal with any form of issue outside of the schedule. This included no solution to cancelled trips, no ability to deal with onboard conflicts and issues, and making consistent promises that were not delivered. I did a Topdeck tour at half the price 3 years ago, and I would suggest it is a much better option than this. Sail Croatia failed on every front. The only exception to this was the crew and captain, who made the tour more tolerable.
- Dominic, 06/06/2022 05:24, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Dominic, thank you for your review. We are pleased to know that the captain and crew were available onboard however, we are sorry to hear of your disappointment with the organisation onboard. We do have processes in place for dealing with any issues that arise and this is found onboard the cruise, in your pre-departure information and via our app. The first step is to contact your onboard representative, you can then escalate to the Operations Manager and if need be, the Managing Director. We pride ourselves on having knowledgeable, friendly and helpful representatives who share their passion for their country and culture. Having checked our feedback for the organisation of the cruise, I can see that most of our guests provided 5 star ratings. We are sorry to hear you were disappointed and we hope that this didn't detract from your overall enjoyment of Croatia as a whole. Thank you.
Beautiful boat (Alfa Mario) great captain, the cabins were spacious and spotlessly clean, very attentive crew, the food was excellent and Irvana was a great tour manager very knowledgeable, we met a lot of interesting characters and made plenty of new friends. We will definitely sail again with sail Croatia, if you are thinking of sailing around Croatia you won't do better than to use Sail Croatia.
- Michael, 12/10/2021 16:55, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi Michael, thank you for your review. It's great to hear you received 5-star service throughout your cruise with us and we're so happy that you would recommend our cruises to others! Thanks for your kind words.
It was amazing cycling tour. A uniq experience which involved cycling swimming and cruse for seven days. The views were unbelievable. I recommend it very every cyclist.
- Meir, 11/10/2021 05:35, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you so much for your review Meir. We're pleased you enjoyed your time on the cruise and in Croatia!
The places we visited doing a back to back boat cruise on the Esperanza were beautiful but the six of us (friends) thought our food was very average.for the money we paid. Our Chef seemed to overcook our dishes particularly the main courses. Another gripe we had was there should be shampoo or soap left in our bathroom everyday but the only time shampoo was left was when we had to ask for it. Several noodles would help for our swim stops but everything else was fine and the staff very obliging.
- Anonymous, 18/10/2019 10:36, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise with us onboard Esperanza, on both Elegance Split Return (North) and (South) routes. Esperanza is beautiful and we are sure all six of you were well taken care of by the captain and crew. In saying this, the onboard chef's feedback this season has been 4-5 star, so we are sorry to hear of your disappointment with the food and your comments will be passed on to the relevant department. There is a shampoo/shower gel dispenser included in your cabin for use. Our cruises don't include inflatables, however at times past guests will leave this onboard for future guests to enjoy. These can also be bought from the local markets. Thanks again for your comments as it's with such comments we can look to improve where possible.
We were fortunate to be amongst a great crowd of guests who all enjoyed each other's company and the excellent dining on board and ashore. We all shared great confidence in the Captain and crew who inobtrusivly went out of their way to make out holiday a comfortable and memorable one. Would have been 5 stars but for the weather on a couple of days. But, hey, swimming in Slano was a pretty good substitute for cycling in the National Forest. Thanks Antonio.
- Anonymous, 08/10/2019 12:25, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your 5 star review! It is wonderful that you had such a great time with us this season on board Queen Jelena for your Elegance cruise. Your fellow travellers really can make the trip, so it is great you had such a good group of people on board with you to enjoy exploring Croatia with. Thank you for an amazing week!
Great company travelling in a group of 16 friends.Others on board the boat were also great and everyone got on well. Staff great, organised and supportive. Would have liked longer bike rides and less time in the villages. Also to have a meal on board at night 2-3 nights a week to enable more group interaction at a social level. Lunches I would have preferred to be while out in the village and then ride more, rather than having to come back to the boat for lunch sometimes late in the day (for lunch)
- Anonymous, 27/09/2019 21:54, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. We are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise with a group of 16 friends, but also the rest of the travellers onboard. We appreciate your comments on longer bike rides and less time in the villages, we try to get a good infusion of both :-). Your suggestion of having lunches out will be highlighted to our Operations Team for future improvements. Thank you again for all your comments and for choosing to travel with us!
THE CYCLING WAS GREAT AND OF COURSE WE LOVE CROATIA. THIS TIME WE FELT OUR CABINS WERE RATHER CRAMPED. DID NOT LIKE THE BUNK BEDS. LAST TIME WE HAD A PREMIER BOAT AND WAS MUCH BETTER. THE TOUR GUIDES WERE GREAT. NO COMPLAINTS. OUR OTHER ISSUE WERE AT BREAKFAST TIMES. QUITE UNORGANISED. CUPS, BUTTER, YOUGARTS ALWAYS RUNNING OUT AND HAVING TO ASK FOR THIS ALL THE TIME. NO SIDE PLATES ON TABLES. JUST SIMPLE IRRATING THINGS. SO THIS CAN BE IMPROVED I FEEL. IS THIS OUT OF YOUR CONTROL AS THE BOAT CREW COMES WITH THE BOAT. ?
- GRAHAM, 25/09/2019 14:30, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review of your Cycle cruise with us this summer on board Tuna. We are pleased to read you had a great time exploring Croatia! I will be sure to pass your comments onto our Operations Manager. Thank you for brining this to our attention and also for joining us this season.
The organisation of the cruise/cycle was first class and we werr blessed to have such a fine guide in Daniel and his assistant H. The crew of the Tuna were also most helpful, especially our barman Marko, our chef Marko (also) who provided great food under difficult conditions, and our captain who was always most obliging in arranging for timely swims. The bikes were of a high standard. I would have no hesitation on recommending this holiday to others. Thank you, Sail Croatia.
- Eamonn, 17/09/2019 16:09, Travelled with Friend/s
It's amazing to hear you had such a great time on Tuna for your Cycle cruise with us! Thank you for such a great review and also for your recommendation. Hopefully you'll join us again in the future!
Well organized by friendly staffs and suited to us.
- Nancy , 17/09/2019 02:31, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review and for joining us on board Milena!
Ship was great, especially the size of the cabin, bathroom & shower. Highlight was the daily swims. Not enough storage in the cabin especially for 2 people, or in the bathroom. Suggest adding more shelves in the cabin and bathroom. First 2 days of the cruise the employees were not very friendly. Comment by a lot of passengers. They need to smile more and say good morning. It got better by day 3. They need to have a place where we can get coffee early in the morning so we don't have to wait for breakfast. Meals were just ok and not a lot of food except for buffet breakfast. They need to have snacks available like we saw on other cruise ships for afternoon. Top deck was only open for a short time and then closed the rest of the day, It needs to stay open longer. Several commented that there was not enough help or employees on the ship. No one liked the military Island nor the stop before. Everyone would liked to have 2 days in Hvar. Nick was the best worker and did almost everything.
- Mike Cocherell, 09/09/2019 18:37, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, thank you for your review of your Elegance cruise with us this summer on board Queen Jelena. We really are so pleased to hear you loved the ship, I have to agree - she is a great ship! I will be sure to pass your comments on ways to improve onto our Operations Manager, thank you for brining this to our attention. Thank you for joining us this season :)
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!
Overall we were very happy with the cruise however the following may bear consideration: . The tour guide could have been better prepared in that we were directed to some sites that were closed and given inaccurate/ambiguous information regarding pick up points; . our boat, Esperanza, was never anchored within an easy swim to the shore but always in a deep channel; . we were required to pay for tea/coffee when docked but not otherwise; and . our transfer from the airport to our accommodation was deficient in that the driver couldn't find the location and ended up leaving us with directions to walk 100 metres. However his directions were completely wrong, in fact opposite to how we eventually got there....lugging 3 large suitcases
- Phillip, 04/09/2019 06:08, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there, many thanks for joining us this season on board Esperanza for an Elegance cruise. We are pleased to hear you had a great time on board and that overall you were happy with the cruise. Thank you also for you feedback, I will pass this onto our Operations Manager so that we can improve for he future, thank you for bringing this to our attention. Some properties in Split are in pedestrianised areas, so a lot of the time our drivers cannot drop you right outside your hotel, however I do apologise for the incorrect directions. Thank you so much for joining us and for your review.
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! :)
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!
More thought taken into who should be in the groups. Our boat consisted of 4 groups of people. One group of 15 boys from Sydney who we never saw come out of there rooms, a group of 7 from Sydney and only 2 groups of 2. Of that 85% male and everyone was Australian. Couldn’t do many of the group activities because the 2 major groups didn’t want to participate. Whilst everyone was nice, when you have such big groups of prexisting friends it doesn’t create a social atmosphere because people get comfortable in the groups. We also got hyped up for certain nights only to be disappointed, we went to a foam party which had no foam and also nobody else in the club but on that island we found out the next day other travels were taken to clubs that were busy and had great atmosphere’s. We had a change of host in the second day who arrived on the 3rd day. He was better but up until that we had no direction what to expect or what we were doing. I could keep going but not enough letters remaining!
- George, 14/08/2019 19:01, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your review. The passengers onboard our boats is heavily reliant on each individuals travel plans, requirements and requests for a particular ship type. On your departure date and Navigator route, we had 1x Standard boat and 1x Ensuite boat. It just so happened that we had two larger groups and 3x groups of two people that requested our Ensuite boat, with more interest from male travellers than female travellers for this particular boat type. As we don't discriminate, all travellers were welcome onboard Lastavica. The two boats on our Northern route cross over with boats on other Navigator routes, as well as boats from other companies, so there is plenty of opportunity to mingle with travellers of all demographics during your week. Looking at the onboard feedback you provided, I see that you rated all aspects of the cruise 5-stars - thank you for this. We appreciate your comments regarding the club organisation, and we will certainly pass this on to the relevant team. We hope that the issues with the genders didn't detract from your overall experience on our cruise and in Croatia as a whole.
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.
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!
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!
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
Get the boat to go faster so we had more time for swimming or exploring towns More time in Dubrovnik Lose the traditional band at the captains dinner, it's not 1975. Last port Marananga was hopeless. Beaches were crowded and no atmosphere. Go to an island instead Food was okay, wine over priced and not good quality. Consider getting wine from other countries Boat was excellent, rooms were well maintained Cruise manager often had inaccurate and out of date information
- Cliff, 23/07/2019 14:38, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. It's nice to hear that you found the boat excellent and the rooms well maintained, however we are sorry to hear your disappointment with some aspects. We try to get the balance just right so that all guests are catered for which involves having enough time at both land and sea and giving guests the opportunity to partake in our amazing swim stops. We find that the traditional band has been a welcomed inclusion for past cruises which our guests enjoy. Upon request, our crew can try and source a particular beverage if this is not available onboard. We aim to provide the best Cruise Managers that are informative and friendly, we appreciate your comments here and this will be passed on to the Operations Manager for improvements. Thank you.
The Staff The Ship The Croatian islands The swim stops The national park The food Bar staff
- Antony, 23/07/2019 07:04, Travelled with Friend/s
Thanks for your review - we're glad you enjoyed all aspects of the cruise!
Had a great week sailing with Sail Croatia. Most guests were Australian and we’re lovely people. It would have been great to meet more people from other countries though. The food was ok but didn’t cater very well for vegetarians. The staff were all friendly and helpful. I would recommend Sail Croatia to anyone! Would be great if there were a couple of treadmills and stationary bikes onboard as I saw on some other boats.
- Eva, 22/07/2019 10:03, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. We are really pleased you had a great week onboard our cruise with some lovely fellow travellers. Thank you for your comments on the food, our chefs are always happy to provide alternative options for those with dietary requirements, and if upon request, can provide additional servings. Thank you for recommending us and look out - we may offer some treadmills and bikes on our cruises in the future :-).
Swimming stops were something special , Antonio was very nice guy . From the other side honestly I was expecting better food on the cruise , I can say it was just very poor .
- Chakib, 16/07/2019 21:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review. I am sorry to hear you did not enjoy the food on board, your comments will be passed onto our Operations Team, so this can be improved for the future. It is great to hear you enjoyed the swim stops and your overall experience. Thanks for joining us!
- Anonymous, 15/07/2019 09:07, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for your review :)
We love cycling, so found this cruise a great way to experience the islands between Dubrovnik and Split. The crew couldn’t have been more helpful and worked so hard to make sure we had a good time and we informed about the places were visiting. The ship is not super luxurious but adequate enough for our needs. The food was plentiful.
- Mark, 01/07/2019 05:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you so much for your review! We are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your cruise and the islands visited on your itinerary. We will make sure the crew are aware of your comments, thanks for your kind words. Thanks again!
Comparing Sail Croatia to 2 other Adriatic cruises on small ships Windstar & Variety at similar cost it would only take a little tweaking to improve “brand” Olimp is a nice new boat with good lower deck cabin size and bathroom. Just 1 hour turnaround between weekly cruises means cleanliness suffers. Acoustics inside dining room had many battling to have a round table conversation and overall food quality competed with onshore Restaurant visits and came second place for most meals unfortunately . Swim stops vs onshore free time compared poorly with Variety cruises program and if I’m being cynical might have something to do with reducing Port Charges and berthing effort same as Windstar. No other cruise at $900/nt fails to put a bottle of water in a cabin with “non potable” sign .Ondeck water cooler ineffective .Toiletries limited to liquid soap pump on wall only . Towels thin scratchy and old . Antonio great - ,issues raised on day 1 Head office ostrich attitude Sad
- Paul , 22/06/2019 13:44, Travelled with Friend/s
I want to thank you for your feedback, we do really appreciate this as this enables us to improve for the future. We're pleased to hear you liked Olimp and were happy with the size of the Lower Deck cabins and the ensuite also. Looking through our cabin feedback for Olimp from your departure I can see here that we have been rated 5 stars throughout for cleanliness. Your comments have been passed onto our Operations manager so that we can make the necessary improvements for the future. As the ships are small with very limited storage space on board it is not possible to have bottled water on board for the cabins, I'm afraid. We are also working towards eliminating single use plastics on board, implemented in 2017, we removed all included water bottles from our fleet (prior to 2017, each guest received 2 x water bottles daily), and replaced each ship with water coolers, promoting guests to bring their own reusable water bottle onboard. For this reason we also have refillable soap dispensers in the bathrooms rather than single use shampoo and conditioner bottles. We try our best to aim for a good balance of relaxing and exploring and a lot of reviews we receive do say that we often get the balance right. I'm sorry to hear you were not happy with the times spent at swim stops versus ashore. I have passed your comments here onto our Operations Manager. 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.
We did the sailing cycling trip aboard Marija Magdelena. I thought the route was great and the food on board was hearty and homely. The cabins were sufficiently spacious and clean. I wouldn't recommend the below deck ones on this ship. Although they have portholes, they cannot be opened, which means there is no airflow and the cabins get very hot and stuffy, especially those right next to the engine room, The average age of our group worked out to about 50 years old, which was lowered significantly by a group of 4 friends in their early 30's. The riding itself was more tour bus touring by bicycle. It felt like we were always waiting. This was partly due to our group makeup and partly due the our main cycle guide who was conducting his fist tour and could speak very limited English. That said, the crew in general really were great and always on hand to do what they can to improve your trip. I would recommend Sail Croatia to others, Next time I'd skip the organised cycling.
- Anonymous, 18/06/2019 08:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thank you for your 4-star review. We're delighted to hear you found the route great, the food onboard delicious and hearty, the cabins spacious and clean and the crew invaluable. There are a couple of points in your review that I just need to clarify for other travellers considering booking with us - All our ships and cabins are very unique in style and on our Ensuite ships, the cabins include a fan for extra ventilation, also our Cycle cruises are open to all ages over 15 years of age and we often get a real mixed bag of demographics onboard which makes for an interesting and fun trip. There shouldn't be too much of a delay with our cycle cruises, as there is always room for travellers to take the routes at their own pace. In saying this, we are really pleased to hear you enjoyed your trip overall and we thank you for the recommendation!
larger cabin without bunkbeds Provide evening meals instead of lunch only
- Colin, 27/05/2019 05:37, Travelled with Friend/s
Hi there and thanks for your review. We hope you enjoyed your time on our cycle cruise. I can see that you booked a cabin on our Ensuite ship which is equipped with a mix of bunk and double beds. On some days, dinner may be provided instead of lunch if this fits in better with the day’s itinerary – the guide will always advise during the week. Thanks again!
The crew of the kraljica Jelena made the difference between a simple standard cruise and a great cruise. Dont get me wrong, the boat itself was superb but you still have to have the right team to get the service and the buzz happening. All the crew were there to service OUR needs on OUR boat and nothing was too simple or too complex. Danjiels effort especially in bringing some of the aquatic life up close shouldnt go without mentioning! A great captain from and with a great boat family and a competent crew of simply nice people , To steal a marketing phrase or two, do yourself a faour and just do it, sail the Kraljica Jelena, i would again. Australian contingent September 2018
- Stephen, 24/09/2018 22:13, Travelled with Friend/s
We were on the Cristal, a brand new boat with wonderful facilities and friendly staff. The swim stops, overnight docking were in fantastic locations, with sufficient recommendations from the tour manager, Boris.
- Frederick, 03/09/2018 10:28, 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
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
A group of 8 individuals travelling together always presents it own set of difficulties, the options on entertainment on the various islands as explained by the representative allowed all to be entertained in their own way. Arrangements made for restaurants, bookings and recommendations of local entertainment and sights was outstanding. The crew entertained and was part of a unique travel experience that ensured lasting and fond memories. The food prepared by Tony, the chef, was above expectation. I can highly recommend the the cruise to any future travellers, beautiful people, scenery and the country as a whole will ensure a travel experience not soon to be forgotten
- Anonymous, 16/07/2018 08:47, 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
Relaxing,great food,lovely crew. Beautiful towns and lots of time to explore. Also great to have Wi-Fi on board.
- Willemien , 11/06/2018 08:13, Travelled with Friend/s
Had a great time on board. Great staff great other guests. Cuisine provided was a total let down unfortunately. Everything else happy with.
- Anonymous, 15/05/2018 11:51, Travelled with Friend/s
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad you had a great time and enjoyed the company of the other guests and crew on board. Thank you for your valuable feedback in regards to the cuisine, this will be passed onto the crew on board. We hope to see you on another cruise with us in the future.
Heaps of fun, drinks and people!!
- Liam Fraser, 16/10/2017 14:25, Travelled with Friend/s
The fabulous guides, Ana and Franco, they were so keen and so much fun! They keep the challenges coming!
- Dave, 13/10/2017 20:11, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff and the way everything was handled.
- Scott Williamson, 24/09/2017 23:05, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything really. The rooms, the service, the beautiful places we visited, the food but especially Stanco. He was amazing. His knowledge of the places we visited. He was always available when we needed him. He made our trip for us. The crew were extremely helpful as well. We will return for sure.
- Michele, 19/09/2017 08:29, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything really. The rooms, the service, the beautiful places we visited, the food but especially Stanco. He was amazing. His knowledge of the places we visited. He was always available when we needed him. He made our trip for us. The crew were extremely helpful as well. We will return for sure.
- Michele, 19/09/2017 08:28, Travelled with Friend/s
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!
Wonderfull boat, Olimp ! Interesting islands and ports ! Very nice crew with Mia & Renato top class ! The food good, but uninspiring and a very "absent" captain ! Most enjoyable cruise otherwise ! Andre..
- Andre, 07/09/2017 22:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything from the boat THE BAN, the staff and crew , the food , and our cruise manager Nicolette who organized all our excursions, even her own personal knowledge was thrown in!
- Joe, 05/09/2017 21:45, 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!
The crew, the weather & the other guests were all marvelous. However, the star of the show was our rep Stan was an absolute revelation. From the outset he was the perfect host introducing us to the boats staff & explaining everything we needed to know. He was on call for any issues which he resolved effortlessly & nothing ever appearing to be a problem. His knowledge of Croatia & all the destinations on our cruise was impeccable & his energy & enthusiasm appeared to be boundless. He most definitely added to the whole holiday experience.
- Stephen, 29/08/2017 14:08, Travelled with Friend/s
- Sean, 27/08/2017 01:43, Travelled with Friend/s
The boats are comfortable, clean and all the captains (espeshially Igor, who we had) are a good laugh and have lots of useful information. The cruising to the next stop is very relaxing and the swim stops on the way are a great addition to the trip. Once at the harbours, the supplied excursions are good fun and excellent value for money. We went as a groups of friends and had a fantastic week and can thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone
- Jamie, 25/08/2017 07:34, Travelled with Friend/s
- Jamie, 25/08/2017 07:27, Travelled with Friend/s
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
There were many aspects of this cruise that were superb. The wonderful destinations and planned itinerary coupled with the knowledge of the crew meant that we were well informed about each destination yet it never felt like we were being overly organised. The atmosphere was always relaxed. The crew kept the Boat superbly clean and well maintained and the cabins were always clean and tidy. A couple of minor points that prevent a 5 Star rating: 1. Fixed lunchtime menus with no choice of Starter or Main course. I understand preparation area and storage may be limited however if you don't eat fish..... 2 Cash only for the Bar tab at the end of the cruise can be inconvenient (and difficult if a large amount is required). There should be alternatives for large amounts. Also, no signature required for drinks means that the system is open to mistakes with no way of checking at the end of the week..
- Andy, 15/08/2017 07:53, 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
Our tour guide, Antonio, was extremely helpful and made our sail Croatia experience extremely fun. The islands we visited were amazing, the only downside to the week was our room had a smell coming from the sink that lasted all week. By the last couple of days we had to move rooms it became that unbearable. Fortunately this didn't ruin the trip and I had an absolute blast.
- Nick, 31/07/2017 01:06, Travelled with Friend/s
The staff was wonderful - friendly and efficient. Ship was very comfortable, although the dinning room was very noisy (could have used some sound insulation).
- Amy Bishop-Ryan, 25/07/2017 08:26, Travelled with Friend/s
The Almissa crew members are great and fun to be with. Nice bedroom and cleaned, would love to sail on Almissa again.
- James, 17/07/2017 10:43, Travelled with Friend/s
- Jeremy Monaghan, 10/07/2017 18:23, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew on board were great they were always good for a laugh and willing to help out with any issues, the tuna was a better boat than i expected and i would happy sail on the ship again, this was a truly unique experience made even more special by the crew
- Steven, 10/07/2017 07:23, Travelled with Friend/s
