Croatia Ultra Festival
Sailing Route Guide

Travel Insurance

Mandatory travel insurance must cover curtailment, illness, injury, and loss/damage to belongings, including sailing in coastal/inshore waters (confirm coverage). Arrange insurance immediately post-booking for protection, as deposits/costs are non-refundable otherwise. Check bank/credit card coverage or consider providers like World Nomads.

Visas & Passport

All travellers will need a passport valid for at least 6 months following your departure date from Croatia. Make sure your passport has blank Visa pages. Check www.visahq.com for Visa requirements for all nationalities.

Packing

Be sure to pack your favourite summer clothes – we also recommend packing a portable charger, any medication needed, and your own reusable water bottle! Don’t worry about bringing a sleeping bag as we provide all of the linen except for your swimming towel so do bring one along. Check out our handy packing guide!

International License

If you would like to rent a scooter or quad bike, make sure you have the right license, as well as an International driver’s license. This will need to be organised in your home country and we recommend applying for this at least 6 weeks before your holiday. Some countries also require an A1 license, so if you are not sure please contact us via email.

Your Breakfast Supplies

You will be supplied with a selection of yoghurt, cereal, fresh bread, milk, fresh fruit, and spreads. There will also be unlimited tea, coffee, and water available.

If you’ve booked a Superior Catamaran, your host will prepare a fresh breakfast for you onboard the yacht each morning.

BYO Lunch Supplies & Drinks

Supermarkets near the marina allow for provisions before departure, and most islands offer essentials like fruit, snacks, and sandwich ingredients at local shops or bakeries. Due to limited onboard storage, it’s recommended to buy supplies for a few days at a time.

Your Guest Experience Leader will advise on shopping frequency, upcoming stop amenities, and land lunch opportunities. The yacht’s kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering, with simple, fresh onboard lunches like sandwiches and salads. Cooking together is part of the experience. Use the yacht’s fridge for food and the provided coolers or eskies for drinks.

For those with a Superior Catamaran, a host will prepare a daily, Mediterranean-style lunch onboard.

Dinner

There are excellent dining options along the route. From relaxed, casual bites to more refined dining, there’s something for everyone. Your crew will share their top recommendations throughout the week.

Group dinners
On at least two nights, we’ll anchor in a secluded bay with moorings managed by a local restaurant. It’s tradition to dine there, with skippers enjoying a complimentary meal. While these restaurants are typically more expensive than smaller konobas, they offer stunning locations, support local communities, and provide a great opportunity for the whole flotilla to come together. We recommend budgeting approximately €25–30 per person for these meals.

Dietary Requirements

We offer gluten-free bread and dairy-free milk at breakfast. For other dietary needs, please bring your own specialty foods, which are available in larger supermarkets in bigger towns but may be harder to find in smaller villages.

We recommend bringing basic lunch supplies at the start of the trip if you have specific dietary requirements.

If traveling on our Superior Catamaran, inform us of any dietary needs in advance so we can notify your host.

Please notify us of any allergies so we can inform your skipper. Also, disclose other medical conditions either beforehand or directly to your skipper when joining.

Power

Power is available onboard when connected to shore power. When not connected, you can charge devices with the yacht’s engine running. We recommend bringing power banks for times when shore power isn’t available, and the engine is off.

Note: Yachts and catamarans have European (two-pin) sockets. Regular appliances won't work due to low voltage. You can bring a travel hairdryer or straightener, which typically works better. Check with your Skipper before use.

Skipper

Your qualified Skipper is there to sail you around the Mediterranean, keep you safe and make sure you have an unforgettable week. If you have any questions or queries during your holiday, please don't hesitate to talk to your Skipper.

Marine Toilets

Our boat toilets are little different to your standard land loo. If you’ve never used one before, all you need to know is that you’ll need to manually flush the toilet (don’t worry your Skipper will show you how) and nothing ‘inorganic’ can go down the toilet – that includes toilet paper (there will be a little bag for that).

Guest Experience Leader

Your Guest Experience Leader is the glue to your flotilla! Giving you the low down on each spot before you head onshore, organising activities and a helping hand if you need anything or have any issues while you’re sailing with us. At MedSailors we like to resolve any issues on the spot, so if you have any concerns please speak to your G.E.L. as soon as possible.

Water

Please conserve water when we are away from a water supply. It is best practice to adopt an on/off approach to taps when washing and showering on board. And don’t worry about getting thirsty, MedSailors will provide you with drinking water!

Luggage

We recommend bringing a soft-sided bag of around 20kg on board. This is just a suggestion to ensure maximum comfort in your cabin.

We do not have restrictions for the amount of luggage you can bring onboard. However, any luggage will need to be stored in your cabin. Larger bags might just make it a little cosier, but you are only really in the cabin for sleeping anyway!

Wifi

There is no wifi on board the boats, but there will be an abundance of Wi-Fi on the shore across all destinations, at the many bars and restaurants during your week of sailing.

If you do not have roaming or an included European data package, we highly recommend buying an e-sim, it is very affordable and works with any provider. Go check it out!

Drink Responsibly

We want everyone to have the best time when on holiday with us and that will surely include sampling some amazing local drinks and cocktails on offer! But we do ask that everyone drinks responsibly and looks out for your fellow friends and crew. We also kindly ask that you always follow the instructions of your Skipper. They are there for your comfort and safety.

Stay Hydrated

After a big day of paddle boarding, water sports and mingling you may not realise how dehydrated you’re becoming! MedSailors will provide drinking water, so please make sure you fill up your reusable water bottle regularly to avoid getting heat stroke. It happens really quickly, and before you know it dehydration or heat stroke can derail your holiday and could end up cutting your trip short.

Be Sun Smart

Time spent sailing means time spent in the sun, and temperatures can reach a scorching 40°C+ (104°F+). Be sure to wear a high factor sun cream on and off-board, seek out shade if you can, or bring a small handheld fan to keep you cool! We also recommend wearing a hat whilst lounging on deck as the sun’s rays are reflected through the water making it easy to get sunburnt.

Sea Sickness

During peak season the water is quite calm but if you’re worried about seasickness, be sure to pack some motion sickness tablets. Natural alternatives that can also help include ginger tea and sea bands!