The island of Hvar has four main ports, two for catamarans and two for ferries, as well as two ACI marinas and one small marina. For all information regarding availability and fees, please refer to the links and phone numbers below.
Ports and harbors on the island of Hvar
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The main city port is suitable for anchoring catamarans, motor yachts, and sailboats. The port is exposed to southerly and westerly winds, which can cause rough seas and swells. he only relatively calm conditions in the port are during the bura wind. Even when there is no strong wind, the constant movement of taxi boats can create waves and disturbances in the port area. There’s a lot of traffic during the summer in Hvar port, so it is essential for boaters and sailors to be aware of these conditions and take necessary precautions while navigating in the port to ensure safety and avoid any potential issues caused by the waves from taxi boats. In the small harbor of Križna luka, there is a gas station available for boats and watercraft.
Nautical center Hvar
Riva bb, Hvar
+385 21 717 28
email: [email protected]
Gas station Hvar:
+385 91 497 1226
The Jelsa harbor currently offers 54 moorings, and it provides various amenities and services for boaters. These amenities include power and water connections, shower and toilet facilities, waste disposal, weather forecast information, and WIFI access. With these facilities, Jelsa harbor aims to cater to the needs of visiting boats and sailors, making it a convenient and well-equipped port on the island of Hvar. Being protected by three breakwaters, the Jelsa harbor is relatively sheltered, but it remains open to the bura wind. In case of bura wind conditions, it is advisable to consider planning overnight stays at the ACI Marina Vrboska. ACI Marina Vrboska is designed to provide more secure conditions and a comfortable place for boaters to moor during adverse weather, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable experience during their stay on the island of Hvar.
Harbor Master’s Office Split – harbour Jelsa
Mala Banda b.b., Riva, Jelsa
+385 21 761055
email: [email protected]
Anchorage islet Šćedro :
Mob: +385 95 905 5480
Email: [email protected]
ACI Marina Vrboska is located on the northern coast of the island of Hvar, in the town of Vrboska, at the end of a deep and narrow bay, providing excellent protection from all winds. The marina is open year-round and offers 85 berths and 25 dry berths. Mooring or anchoring a boat in Vrboska is possible either at the ACI Marina or in the harbor itself. The marina’s facilities include a reception desk, currency exchange, toilets, and showers, a 5-ton crane, fuel supply, parking area, and electrical power connections.
ACI marina Vrboska, Vrboska
+ 385 21 774 018
email: [email protected] VHF channel 17
https://aci-marinas.com/hr/marina/aci-vrboska/
gas station VRBOSKA: +385 91 498 1472
The nautical harbor in Stari Grad is located right in the heart of the town, next to Hektorović’s Tvrdalj. The harbor boasts 120 equipped berths and due to its long bay, it is protected from all winds. This makes it a secure and convenient location for boaters to moor their vessels while visiting the town and exploring the surrounding area.
Harbor Master’s Office Split – harbour Stari Grad
Don Šime Ljubića 8, Stari Grad
+385 21 765 060
+385 21 765 432
e-mail: [email protected]
e-mail: [email protected]
ACI Marina Palmižana is open from the beginning of April until the end of October and is among the most beautiful marinas in the Adriatic. It is situated in the bay of Palmižana on the northeastern side of Sveti Klement, the largest of the Pakleni Islands. While there is a possibility of a tidal wave during strong southwesterly to westerly winds, most of the time, the bay offers a secure shelter from waves and winds. The marina includes amenities such as a restaurant, laundry service, hair salon, shop, children’s playground, and an ATM, providing a comfortable and well-equipped environment for boaters visiting the area.
Tel:+385 98 398 853 VHF kanal 17
The Sućuraj harbor is a small fishing port, formerly known as the “pirate port.” It also serves as a ferry terminal. The Harbor Master’s Office branch in Sućuraj oversees the maritime activities and safety in this area.
Trajektna 1, Sućuraj
+385 21 773 228
email: [email protected]
Marina Zlatan Otok is a very small private marina primarily designed for guests and visitors of the Zlatan Otok winery’s vineyards and restaurant. It can accommodate boats up to 18 meters in length and a maximum draft of 4 meters. Larger boats can be moored on the outside moorings where the depth reaches up to 7 meters, but it’s important to consider the open sea and exposure to north winds. The berths in the marina are equipped with water and electricity supply, providing essential amenities for boaters during their stay.
Marina Zlatan Otok :
+385 21 745 703
+385 91 572 8948
+385 91 321 0022
VHF channel 17
