Sail cruise, Active & Rafting

You’ll be starting our amazing Croatia family 2 week holiday from Split (airport or city centre). From Split, your family will be smoothly transferred to the lovely town of Trilj, in the heart of the Dalmatia countryside. Consistently voted into the TOP TEN teenager activity holidays abroad, our adventure base has the perfect location. Close to our activity start points, nestled next to the Cetina River and surrounded by hiking & biking trails. All rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, satellite TV, and free wifi. The hotel has a games room and swimming pool. Unpack and start to relax.

We set off onto the majestic Cetina River that flows alongside the hotel. This is the perfect activity to introduce your family to the pristine waters, paddling techniques and to the other families. Along the river we’ll be playing water games, and stopping for swim breaks.

You start the morning with breakfast as usual, followed by a safety talk and discussing the cycle route ahead. Following this you will continue to bike through the quiet roads until you reach many astonishing viewpoints. The beautiful Croatian countryside, is the perfect place to cycle, whether a regular cyclist or not. Our biking guide will tell you of the historical and cultural significances of the surrounding areas and show you the hidden gems off the beaten track. We’ll stop at the local farm, trying their meats & cheeses, then continue to a stunning watermill and waterfall. If we get too hot, we’ll take a swim in the nearby river!

The wild Croatian rivers offer the perfect conditions for action packed white water challenges. Offering an array of thrilling dips, splash backs and hold tight moments. Parents needn’t panic, as our rafting captains are experts on these waters and will guide your family safely through the gushing waters and waterfalls. After the white water rafting, we’ll make our way to the coast for an afternoon of well deserved beach relaxation. Omis is a stunning pirate old town, with some of the best fish restaurants in the country. Shop or sun bathe, this is the place to relax.

What is the right ingredients for the best 2 week adventure holiday ? We believe, its taking destiny in your own hands! In this spirit, you will be negotiating the rapid waters again, but without the aid of our captains. Voyage down the gorgeous gushing river rapids, in smaller hot dog shaped rafts, avoiding  the rocks and splashing through white water drops. It’s incredible experience, and one you’ll never forget.

Should you wish to do more, there are many possible ideas. From beach days to sightseeing in Split, we can help book them locally for you. For parents there is wine tasting at the local vine yard and for the ultra active, we can organise hiking and horse riding. Surrounding our hotel are international biking trails and a pristine river adjacent to swim in. The hotel has WIFI, swimming pool and games room.

Are you ready for an adventure tour of epic proportions? Then you must try canyoning in Croatia, perfect for family activity holidays. Trek deep down into the canyon for rock pool jumping, and some awesome splash action. Slide, jump, swim and shout like big kids. Find many stunning waterfalls, take some incredible 360 degree water pictures and get lost in this water wonder world.

On Saturday, we depart for Split port to begin our second week of fun. Our sail motor boats are the perfect way to cruise the peaceful waters of the Adriatic, where guests can find plenty of private space to sit quietly with a book or to engage with other ship-mates. Today, we leave the Unesco town of Spit for the beautiful town of Makarska, settled at the foothill of the Biokov mountains. In Makarska you can enjoy relaxing on the long beaches or exploring the old town. Your teens certainly won’t be yearning for x-boxes or ipads, with views like this!

Today we sail from Makarska to a very unique island with a National Park. Mljet is simply breath taking, and should not be missed in a Croatia sailing week for families. The island contains a sea locked lake, which at its deepest point is 29m deep. Within the lake is a small island, home to a Benedictine monastery which you can explore at your leisure. Bikes can be rented, which we highly recommend you do, and explore with your new friends.

Cruising the coast is a unique way of seeing the highlights of Croatia’s island life. After the pristine nature of Mljet, we will sail to Dubrovnik, known as the pearl of the Adriatic. When you get there, you will see why. Hundreds of pretty red roofed houses are contained within the city rampart walls, and the small narrow streets contain a multitude of restaurant & shopping options. Dubrovnik adventures are not to be missed, and will be a true highlight to your stay with us.

The morning is free to explore Dubrovnik in more depth, walk the city walls, ride the cable cart for panoramic views of the area or simply relax in one of the gorgeous town squares and soak up the atmosphere. Around midday we leave Dubrovnik and head towards the island of Sipan. Of course it’s not a family active holiday without a refreshing swim, so we will make sure we have time for some fun and games.

From Sipan we travel to Korcula, the birth place of Marco Polo. Between stops, we’ll be finding secluded bays for swimming and relaxation. Feel the magical atmosphere of this gorgeous town and island. In the evening you can explore the gorgeous tiny streets, chapels and churches; as well as enjoying the many fabulous restaurants. Of course the sea food is simply delicious here, some of the best in the country. As are the local white wines (parents take note!).

Our two week adventure Croatia itinerary continues from romantic to hipster, as we head to Hvar town. There is a rich culture of entertainment in Hvar and there are many festivals throughout the summer. It’s the longest and most well known island, having been a holiday destination to some of Hollywood’s biggest A-List celebrities. So make sure the camera is at the ready, just in case you bump into Brad & Angelina and their tribe of children! For older teenagers or young spirited parents, we can recommend the night spot ‘Carpe-diem’, the open air dance floors and international DJs will have you dancing all night long.

From Hvar we will be taking our sailing Croatia tour to the island of Brac, famous for the Zlatni Rat beach, which shape shifts throughout the tidal patterns of the day. From the island of Brac, we head towards Split, a town rich in Roman history. The must see attraction here is Diocletian’s Palace.

Sadly its departure day, and we hope you have enjoyed your time with us. Without a doubt if you want adventures with sailing in Croatia, this is the extension trip to experience! It’s important to note – Airport transfer is not included on departure. Taxis are reasdily available from Split port where you are moored.

Price includes:

• Week 1 – Arrival transfer included from Split airport
• Week 1 – 7 x nights in our 3 star hotel [small/family run]
• Week 1 – 3 evening meals
• Week 1 – 5 x activities included
• Week 1 – Connection transfer from Hotel to Split Port
• Week 2 – 7 x overnight stays [twin or double bed cabins] on our A+ Category sail-motor boats.
• Week 2 – Half board throughout – continental breakfast & lunch included
• Week 2 – Sightseeing of Dubrovnik by professional English speaking guides

Price excludes:

• Holiday & activity Insurance is not included
• Flights are not included
• Departure transfer is not included
• Tips to our guides, staff not included
• Entrance to National Park Mljet is not included [week 2]
• Port tax of 20 Euros per person is not included [week 2]

Important  information:

• Upgrades to Premier Deluxe boats possible on request
• Tipping is not mandatory – but we do ask our guests to consider it
• Boats depart 12.00 Mid day – so depending on your flights, you might need to consider a pre-night
• Start and ends days are Saturdays
• Private single rooms can be requested, which carry an additional cost of approximately 40% more
• The route can change, responding to weather conditions. When booking this holiday, you should be prepared to be flexible.
• Guests are obliged to follow ship rules (found in written form on the ship) especially with regards to bringing drinks on board.
• In case of bad behavior our company or your boat’s captain reserves the right in asking clients to disembark
• Boats are moored side by side, often there can be 6 other boats pulled together. If you are the last boat, it will mean moving over the other boats. This is an obvious hazard for all guests, as between each boat (2 moving points), there is a gap of approximately 50cm. We discuss this in our welcome speeches to ensure everyone is aware of this hazard and if required our crew members will assist guests to cross if they are elderly or less mobile. Do call our staff with any questions.
• Every tourist in Croatia must register and pay a local tax at hotels, guest houses and on board ships. The captain collects passports at the start of the trip for registration and these are returned at the end of trip. If guests need passports through the week for any reason they are returned. Passports are normally returned on Friday or Saturday morning on settling drinks tabs before disembarkation.
• This trip is not suitable for pregnant women
• This trip is not suitable for those with learning difficulties, regardless of age or fitness