The guide, Anita, was excellent. Charming, efficient and most helpful. It was a joy to have such service. I cannot recommend her too much. The crew were very helpful. Food not so good- too much overcooked meat, just one fish dish in 7 days.. Good bar service. Most enjoyable party after the captain',s dinner- lots of dancing ! I did not engage in excursions, as too strenuous for my age.. Others enjoyed them.. Cabin fine and very efficient and pleasant cleaner.

- Michael, 24/10/2024 13:59, Travelled Solo

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

The "Tempera" cruise was interesting bc it stopped every day at a different island unlike other large cruise ships. The boat was small which allowed both the crew and the 36 passengers aboard to get to know each other. The food + its preparation were excellent. Above all, our guide, Ioana was so pleasant and knowledgeable, funny and accommodating. She got to know each one of her guests and always made sure we were happy with her options for us at each stop. Her briefings were engaging. Secondly, our meal server - M_____, was extremely kind and hard-working. Constructive criticism: In order to allow more sightseeing time, serve breakfast and DINNER instead of lunch. We felt a bit shortchanged by the current dining schedule. Overall, it was a lovely way to spend a vacation! Thank you to all for making us feel comfortable and safe!!

- Liz, 09/10/2024 21:13, Travelled with Friend/s

The staff were great on this trip, especially Ioana our guide! Food. On the ship was very good and plentiful. The captain adjusted our itinerary for the weather. We had options to join group activities and dinners. Only wish we had more time off the boat. This cruise would be difficult for someone with mobility issues-especially in lower cabins and needing to cross between boats at ports. We had daily swim stops in am.

- Lynne, 07/10/2024 14:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Small boat, great staff

- Helen , 07/10/2024 07:01, Travelled with Friend/s

Klara’s energy and enthusiasm was contagious. Every morning she had a spring in her step which set the tone for the entire cruise. She was very approachable and answered all questions and queries with a happy smile. The boat was clean and in good condition. Would have liked a little more time in port and less ‘swim’ time as the towns had a lot to experience. Would recommend Sail Croatia to my friends.

- Amanda, 30/09/2024 08:37, Travelled with Friend/s

It's ok

- Navi, 30/09/2024 05:10, Travelled Solo

Friendly crew and clean boat. Itinerary had more swim stops than expected which was frustrating at 2 places. We should have asked and paid for tender rides to explore the towns longer. Felt like a waste of time. Not enough time in Hvar or Kumiža - definitely could have spent a full day exploring those towns. Bath towels are very thin and there is NO space in your cabin for large suitcases. Our carry-ons just fit under the bed - no idea where larger bags would go. Plenty of fresh water for showers but you need bottled water for cleaning your teeth. No frills but great way to see the Dalmatian Coast and explore the islands.

- KimR , 09/09/2024 02:53, Travelled with Friend/s

Tonka and Loana were great cruise leaders . They and the rest of the crew were very friendly and always available to answer questions and /or help in any way. They were also very flexible with regard to on-boat activities . The swim stops were beautiful and safe. The boat was steady .It was a wonderful way to explore the small islands along the Croatian coast. It was great that the bar was open to the wee hours. However, a more diverse cocktail menu is suggested.The wines were great. There were a few snags on the boat. E.g. intermittent unpleasant sulphur-like oder in the cabin. The cabin could use brighter lighting , especially in the bathroom. Also, I would suggest washable flooring in the cabins to make them less prone to mildew. The Sail Croatia experience was spectacular! I would do it again.

- juana, 01/09/2024 13:27, Travelled Solo

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with sail Croatia. I enjoyed being on the boat and exploring all the amazing destinations. The swim stops each day were a massive highlight being able to jump straight in to the beautiful ocean waters. The team were very welcoming and accommodating, especially Branko! If we needed something he was on top of helping out in whatever way he could. I feel that the sheets should be changed half way through the trip and that the bathrooms need more of a deeper clean. The breakfast buffet was great and the food served each day for lunch included a variety of cultural dishes and more and although I don’t eat sea food, there were many that I enjoyed thoroughly. There were many excursions offered which I did, however for the price some were average. Overall I enjoyed myself and the trip was a trip of a lifetime meeting so many amazing people!

- Katelin, 27/08/2024 15:15, Travelled with Friend/s

For the price that you pay which is quite exorbitant I don’t think this experience lives up to the cost or the hype. While the crew and the staff on board as well as the guide are absolutely lovely and the service was great the boat is old, creaky and smelly.. The air-conditioning barely worked and people complained non-stop about the Aircon not working. There were no fans even on deck which are desperately needed to combat the unbearable European summer heat. Unfortunately it did not live up to the expectations and certainly not to the reviews I’ve seen on site. The boats need full renovations and need to be fully updated in order for them to be able to get a higher rating.

- Anonymous, 25/08/2024 14:46, Travelled Solo

Have just returned from a week on the Almissa. The boat was lovely and our above deck cabin was perfect for a week, comfortable bed, enough storage for clothes and a lovely en suite. The crew were very friendly and nothing was too much. The islands we visited had stunning scenery and we loved the daily swim stops. Breakfast was plentiful, as was the three course lunch. Can highly recommend this way to holiday.

- Nicky, 08/07/2024 16:29, Travelled with Friend/s

Overall, the trip was great. It's a wonderful way to see Croatia in short period of time. The staff is so fun and friendly. And to be able to relax and swim everyday really added to the experience. While the experiences included are fun, it does not feel authentic but more focused on those on the similar cruise itinerary. It was tough only having a late afternoons and evenings in ports, I would have loved a mixed of mornings/early afternoons at port, and then afternoon swims.

- Lisa, 02/07/2024 19:16, Travelled with Friend/s

The whole trip was awesome! Well organised and staff were fantastic

- Natalie , 25/06/2024 07:37, Travelled with Friend/s

First up, Ana, our guide, was top notch and probably the best guide I've had on any trip. She provided comprehensive maps at each stop of good restaurants, museums, attractions and bars, carried herself very professionally, and was always polite and informative. She is an asset for Sail Croatia. The staff, were also brilliant. Particularly Branko on the bar. You want your bar staff to be funny, eccentric and great to have a conversation with, and Branko exceeded expectations on all three! The food was also impeccable. The Explorer cruise was also a very good crowd. Perhaps slightly older and more couples than I expected, but it suited me well. The only parts where Sail Croatia fell short for me was some of the experiences. Not having an alternative option instead of rafting (which was unavailable in Makarska on my trip) was disappointing. Even a short walk along the Cetina would have been OK. The Korcula buggy tour was also short and expensive for what it was.

- Lewis, 17/06/2024 20:51, Travelled Solo

Sailed southern Croatia with Sail Croatia for 7 days Dubrovnik to Split. We had a wonderful crew (Klara, Bobbin, Antonio) and group who made the trip amazing. Their cooks made three course meals, we were all fed. Went to some beautiful islands, saw incredible sites and made new friends. I would have loved to have spent more time on some of stops. Glad I did this trip.

- Allison, 24/05/2024 10:05, Travelled with Friend/s

We were a large group of friends/acquaintances travelling together and had a marvellous time. We even met new friends as well. All the guests got along and there were lots of laughs and fun had. Personal thou we had a room with the outer wall from a staircase on one wall and I was always banging my head on it, kind of peculiar! The crew was good but did not do a lot of extras.

- Wendy, 18/09/2023 08:37, Travelled with Friend/s

The boat was clean and very comfortable The bar crew were super friendly and the service was excellent. The food I found was not good, too heavy and over cooked. A lunch buffet would have been so much better similar to breakfast, greasy and light. Klara our guide was great, super friendly and always there for you. My only suggestion would be some more activities especially for the solo traveller. Some days were same same. I found in Split we were left with no guidance or suggestions on what we could do while waiting for our late afternoon plane departure Thanks Sail Croatia and Klara

- Anonymous, 14/08/2023 11:14, Travelled Solo

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

Overall, I had a very lovely time and the Adriatic sea is beautiful. The highlight of the trip was our tour manager named Ivana. She was excellent, was giving great and truthful advice, and even helped me book my taxi to the airport. Without her, my trip would not have been as good. The captain was also very friendly and helpful! The boat was also in good condition and the sundeck was my highlight. The crew kept us safe and were very mindful that we always had water and electricity (a task in itself when we are sailing every day and the docks were extra busy during peak season). The food and cleanliness was ok. Given the price and the overall experience, I had a really great time and would recommend to others.

- Veronica, 24/07/2023 08:46, Travelled Solo

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

Sail Croatia offers the best experience to see coastal Croatia w/ their Explorer cruise. As a 2nd time guest, we loved it enough to come back with friends and families and do it all again! Our host Vicko was FANTASTIC, his communication, commitment to creating an inclusive and fun experience that brought all the guests together stood out. The crew remembered everyone's dietary needs with accuracy. The other guests were amazing & everyone got on great! The food was beautiful + tasty. Needs improvement: the lingering sewage smell in the lower deck area that wasnt a problem the last time we travelled on the Almissa. Bedding needs changing mid week along with the towels seemed a bit worn. The crew were nice overall. Loved the swim spots in unique coves for that shallow water swim experience that was great for pics The daily excursions were fun, but wished we had more time in Korcula. Would be great to have sold snacks at the bar. Add the ability to take card payments on board. Thank you!

- Alyssa, 24/06/2023 02:56, Travelled with Friend/s

Crew fab, food fab, majority or stops fab ! BUT drinks FAR FAR FAR too expensive ! Bottle of wine on boat 100 euros, off boat 30/40 euros!! Bottle of grey goose 180 euros , Really ??????? Why not sell more for less ?????

- Sally Rowley , 19/06/2023 09:23, Travelled with Friend/s

Everything was lovely, crew and guide fantastic! Can’t wait to do it again!!

- Christie, 12/06/2023 12:38, Travelled with Friend/s

My shipmates were great!

- Anonymous, 28/09/2022 19:58, Travelled Solo

It would be nice if the swim stops were shorter (year round) or if a dingy/taxi were available for guests to leave the ship earlier during swim stops, especially in the cooler months since the water temp is too chilly to swim for more than about an hour. SUPs, kayaks or bikes stored on board for guest use would be an amazing addition. Offerings of Yoga, Dance, exercise classes, etc. on the sun deck, daily, would be nice. Some games (cards, etc.) would be nice to have on hand for people who don't swim. The Tour manager should have a comprehensive spreadsheet/list of services at each island (laundry, bike rentals, pharmacies, clinics, etc.) instead of having to Google search for these places/services. This could be shared with guests as the board the boat. Thanks!

- Stephanie, 26/09/2022 15:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Blown away by the beauty of Croatia and the Adriatic coast. Beautiful islands, some much busier than others, but all with beautiful buildings, interesting history, friendly people and delicious food. It was lovely to be able to swim from the boat, but more time on the islands would have been most welcome, as our times there felt limited. The staff on the boat were helpful and friendly and the public spaces on the boat beautiful. Some cabins were rather small. I enjoyed the food. A daily menu would have been helpful, if known in advance, so we could plan our dining better. The coffee machine was not great. Expectations for good coffee are now the norm! There are many other similar boats doing a similar trip, so don't think you are on a unique experience!! They will be moored up beside you every evening, so don't worry about the view from your cabin!! Thank you Sail Croatia for an enjoyable holiday!

- Anne, 20/09/2022 13:18, Travelled with Friend/s

Sailing on the Salve di Mare with 30 other guests was a smashing experience. As the review only allows 1000 words here are the main points . -Positives Relaxing daily routine Excellent sea swimming Good breakfast choices / food quality very good Friendly and accommodating crew Sociable and friendly guests to chat to Beautiful boat very clean Wine tasting and military tours very good -Areas least enjoyed Cabin very small not enough hooks /storage Bathroom flooded everyday , smell from drains No lunch menu or choice - 4 courses, food wasted Rubbish coffee from a machine Expensive bar Poor communication re itinerary changes missed trips due to bad weather and limited activities No access to shore when moored Needed more games and gatherings on board / get to know guests etc

- Anonymous, 19/09/2022 07:27, Travelled with Friend/s

The crew, the boat, the quality of food was amazing. The itinerary was incredible the tours well planned however I booked a Game of thrones cruise and that was not delivered. The Cruise manager Ivana was awesome and she tried to solve it. But I expected more if you are selling a GOT cruise. Nobody on the boat was aware of this. Not the guests nor the crew.

- Daniela, 29/08/2022 02:31, Travelled Solo

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

The booking team at Sail Croatia was responsive and accommodating in answering my questions and getting together last minute booking requests for me. The most difficult part was finding where the boat was docked but once I made it & met Stephanie, it was smooth sailing. The boat itself is a decent size and nice especially if you book a private room. The air con was off/on. The one turnover service was appreciated. Some meals were adaptable to vegetarians— but not all were accommodating for those lactose intolerant or gluten free. Activities I enjoyed most: National Park in Mljet, wandering the streets of Korcula, taking in views over Vela Luka, shopping in Stari Grad & dancing all night in Hvar! This was a nice way to see a lot in a short amount of time in a safe, fun way while meeting nice people from all over the world. Weather disrupted some plans but overall it was a lovely vacation. The itinerary offered a blend of freedom to explore & structured activities.

- Sonia , 11/07/2022 20:59, Travelled with Friend/s

Breakfast - always a limited time of an hour and if you wanted a sleepin you then missed breakfast, if you weren't going on an excursion you still had to get up extra early to get breakfast. Had to ask for butter and jam every day as there was none laid on table. Breakfast and lunch were very poor on the first few day until many people complained - Breakfast was greatly improved but not so much the lunch. Lunch could be simplified with mixed salads and cold meats, Lighter meals not so much three course.The food took a long time to be served in between courses. Swim stops were not fantastic as we have had before. It just felt like the crew were in automatic mode without great thought to what they were doing. This was a trip I have enjoyed immensely in the past and have raved about to many people who have also then taken the trip. We paid a lot more this year but seem to have gotten less. So disappointed.

- Nicky, 11/07/2022 08:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Mia and the crew on the Almissa did a spectacular job! Mia was informative, fun, and very easy to contact and assist. Croatia was beautiful as always, and we would recommend this trip to all of our friends

- Maria, 20/06/2022 04:09, Travelled with Friend/s

Ivan, our tour guide and the crew on board were amazing! Ivan's knowledge of his country and the history is superb, matched by his friendly nature. It was such a great opportunity to visit multiple places in style and make new friends along the way. The week was quite busy but you get to pick and choose what you want to do each day. I recommend staying an extra day in Dubrovnik to ensure you have enough time for activities and exploring. My lower deck room could become quite cold and the rooms don't have great ventilation for drying items, so pack more than recommended on the website. I'd do it all over again, thank you Sail Croatia!

- Claire, 30/05/2022 13:04, Travelled Solo

The Almissa was immaculate, cabins were basic but extremely comfortable with a superb shower. All the staff worked hard and long hours including the tour managers. They were always polite well mannerd but also fun. We had daily informative briefings about our next stop and the captain always managed to find the most beautiful swim stops in the morning. We were well fed at breakfast and dinner time, breakfast was a buffet, lunch was 3 courses and we experienced some super delicious dishes.. There was always someone at hand to answer any queries either on the ship or off the ship via a wassap group. All in all i 100% enjoyed this cruise and would do it again in a heartbeat. I went as a solo female traveller of 53 which i was very nervous about to begin with but all my fears were soon put to rest, there was a varied range of ages and everybody just got on with everyone. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Elaine , 16/05/2022 16:54, Travelled Solo

The staff were exceptional !! Food was great !! Destinations amazing !!

- Shelley , 18/09/2019 17:26, Travelled with Friend/s

Relaxed and played back staff Skipper good guy

- Steve, 16/09/2019 01:10, Travelled Solo

The staff made this trip exceed all expectations. Ana went beyond to cater for any requests and tour changes due to weather. Guest satisfaction was their priority. Special thanks to captain Jure and staff, they were so genuine and humorous. The Almissa itself was really comfortable. The only thing I suggest is adding some shade on the sun deck.

- Sharon, 06/08/2019 07:38, Travelled with Friend/s

Overall the trip was nice. The ports were good and the time spent in each town was very good. Also, the swim spots were fantastic. Service was definitely lacking. Not an overly friendly staff (maybe that's a cultural thing but if you're in the hospitality business you need to train folks to be ...hospitable!). Also the "rationing" of information daily seemed really weird. Just give the information put in a print out in the cabins and leave it at that. The lunch presentations were bizarre. Mia, our cruise director was lovely. Very nice and very helpful. Not sure why they schedule a full on sit down lunch everyday. Why not just a simple buffet? Salad bar, sandwich bar, a hot item and let people come between 12 - 2 p.m. at their leisure would have been perfect. Having to change clothes and go up to do sit down lunch every day was not for our group but maybe some folks would enjoy it. The boat was really nice. The rooms were excellent and the public space on the boat was A+.

- anna, 05/08/2019 17:51, Travelled with Friend/s

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

The tour/cruise director was fabulous. The stops and excursions offered were wonderful!

- Melissa, 15/07/2019 10:52, Travelled with Friend/s

- Anonymous, 15/07/2019 09:07, Travelled with Friend/s

We travelled on the Christal explorer cruise with Steph. We were a group of four single young girls (I’m 28) and steph straight away made us feel incredibly comfortable and made sure she included us in younger events happening on the islands. We decided to do this trip rather that the navigator as we wanted the nicer accommodation on board, and the cristal provided that. Our only complaints really would be for the price we paid ($4000 nzd) we would have expected a little more from the food, staff on board captains night and wine and cheese night. This was I think and issue from the boat rather than sail Croatia. We honestly have nothing but amazing things to say about Steph, she was truly a fantastic representation of Sail Croatia!

- Bianca, 08/07/2019 03:38, Travelled with Friend/s

bags brought to room on arrival to begin trip better linen service , no bed sheet change for the entire trip and only 1 replacement towel service paper cups for morning breakfast instead of regular china cups.' Food was ok Captains dinner disappointed he never spoke to the group to welcome them aboard. Boris the rep was good as well as Ivan ( bar and food server guy) would not recommend Sail Croatia to friends.

- dorothy, 26/06/2019 12:50, Travelled with Friend/s

Great cruise with anna she was wonderful. Make sure if you start boat trip in Dubrovnik you ask Taki driver to drop you off under bridge at port grizzly? Food great. We asked for house red wine after two days we were given the Dearer red wine double the price so make sure you know which wine you are getting? They must have run out of house red. Great swim stops great islands great captain

- Roxanne, 17/06/2019 06:29, Travelled with Friend/s

All good

- Jens, 10/06/2019 07:00, Travelled Solo

The cruise ship Almissa was well planned and organised. I really enjoyed the whole setup and our lovely tour guide Ivana, who introduced us to the perfect way of experiencing island hopping. The food wa great!!! Took me a while to get used to the Black risotto tough... maybe next time will be beter. Thanking the Sail Croatia admin team as well in helping managing our booking, and this was a great and effortless experience.

- Anonymous, 08/06/2019 10:37, Travelled with Friend/s

Great sailing, good food, and timing at each port was wonderful!

- Kelly, 09/10/2018 20:39, Travelled with Friend/s

Great boat with amazing views

- Anonymous, 01/10/2018 04:00, Travelled with Friend/s