ZAGREB SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Sail Hvar’s Shoreline to the Hidden Bays of the Pakleni Islands
A four-hour comfort-yacht outing from Hvar port that visits two natural bays for swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding—this guide explains what to expect and what to pack.
Sail Hvar’s Shoreline to the Hidden Bays of the Pakleni Islands.
Escape Hvar’s bustle for a short, sea-swept day on a comfort yacht bound for the Pakleni islands: a focused four-hour route that trades crowds for crystalline bays, time in the water, and room to breathe.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two Bays, Open Water and the Wind
The tour sails from Hvar port and delivers a mix of underway passages and two dedicated stops in natural Pakleni bays—plenty of time to feel the wind and swim in clear water.
Snorkeling and Stand-Up Paddleboarding
The day includes swimming, snorkeling and the option to stand-up paddleboard in the sheltered coves, letting you explore below and above the surface.
Comfort Yacht Perks
Onboard storage keeps your drinks ice-cold in the yacht’s fridge at no extra fee, and the operator runs two departures daily so you can choose a morning or afternoon slot.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
Boarding in Hvar port begins with a short safety briefing before the yacht slips its moorings for roughly one hour of sailing to the first Pakleni bay; the rhythm of the trip alternates sailing passages with two hour-long water stops for snorkeling, swimming and paddleboarding, and concludes after a final sail back to the drop-off point.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing lasts about 4 hours and the operator runs two departures per day: a morning and an afternoon slot.
Departures take place from Hvar port; plan to arrive in time for the short safety briefing at boarding.
Pack shirts and shorts, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, swimsuits and towels, good polarized sunglasses, a camera and a long sleeve for sun protection.
The yacht provides fridge space so you can keep your own drinks ice-cold without extra fees.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours.
Where do we meet for departure?
The meeting and boarding point is Hvar port.
What activities are included?
The trip includes swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding during stops in natural bays.
How is the time on the water broken up?
After a short safety briefing, the schedule typically includes about one hour of sailing to the first bay, an hour-long swim/snorkel stop, roughly 30 minutes of sailing to a second bay for another hour in the water, then a final 30-minute sail back.
How many departures are there each day?
There are two trips per day; you can choose between a morning slot and an afternoon one.
Can I bring drinks onboard?
Yes—guests can keep their own drinks cold in the yacht’s fridge at no extra charge.