Booking a cabin charter means reserving a private double cabin on a catamaran out of Trogir. This guide breaks down costs, cabin amenities, and your daily routine on board.
You can check the current daily rates for a cabin charter in Croatia aboard the MANAIA Lagoon 47 catamaran using our price calculator under Rates and Services. The trip starts every Saturday at Marina Trogir, located near the historic UNESCO city of Trogir in Central Dalmatia. The price includes accommodation for two people with a private bathroom, a professional skipper, and a comprehensive charter package. This package covers bed linens, bath and beach towels, as well as final cleaning.
This setup works well for couples, solo travelers, or friends who prefer a single cabin over renting an entire boat. Up to eight people share four spacious double cabins. The catamaran offers plenty of room, so you can easily find a quiet place to relax.
Instead of booking a full private charter for a closed group, this model allows you to rent a dedicated cabin on a modern catamaran. You share the large salon, the aft cockpit, and the expansive foredeck with the other travelers. This type of vacation requires no crew of your own and absolutely no nautical experience. The experienced skipper takes full responsibility for the boat and operates the instruments.
If you are interested, you can watch the skipper at work and learn basic sailing skills on deck. There is, however, no obligation to actively participate in sailing at any time. Compared to a monohull, the catamaran offers broad walkways on deck and a completely step-free transition between the exterior cockpit and the interior salon.
The journey begins on Saturday afternoon at the marina near Trogir. The historic center of Trogir sits on a small island between the Croatian mainland and the island of Čiovo. This old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring the Cathedral of St. Lawrence with its stone Radovan portal and the massive Kamerlengo Fortress. A walk along the Riva, the wide waterfront promenade, reveals the lively atmosphere of the harbor town. Most travelers arrive via Split Airport. When booking a cabin charter with MANAIA, your transfer from the airport directly to the catamaran is already included in the base price.
Upon arriving on board, you settle into your double cabin and stow your soft luggage. You can get to know everyone in the cockpit while the skipper conducts a thorough safety briefing. During this time, the skipper explains how the automatic life jackets work, how to operate the electric toilets, and the general rules of conduct on deck. A possible first destination in Central Dalmatia is the island of Šolta, where the bay of Maslinica marks the western coast.
The design of the catamaran separates the private zones deep within the two hulls from the communal areas in the center of the boat. Each double cabin is fully equipped.
Large panoramic windows dominate the salon, letting plenty of light into the interior and providing clear views of the sea. The foredeck features a wide trampoline over the water, while the flybridge on the roof provides extra lounging areas under the Dalmatian sun.
The base rate covers the boat, the equipment, the airport transfer, and the skipper. All ongoing consumption costs during the week are financed via a boat kitty. In the nautical world, this fund is called APA, which stands for Advance Provisioning Allowance. You and the other travelers split these expenses fairly.
Mooring fees vary significantly depending on the chosen type of overnight stay. A night at the town quay in Vis or in a fully equipped marina costs noticeably more than a simple mooring buoy off Šćedro. Fuel consumption depends on the necessary engine hours for propulsion and the generator. Two stand-up paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and a fast tender are included in the base price. Those who want to use motorized water toys can book them in advance for a fee.
| Expense | Scope | Estimated budget |
|---|---|---|
| Onboard catering | Breakfast, lunch snacks, beverages | approx. 200 EUR per person, per week |
| Fuel | Diesel for propulsion and generator | 250 to 300 EUR per week (entire boat) |
| Harbor and mooring fees | Marinas, buoy fields, town quays | variable depending on route |
| Extras (optional) | Seabob, AWAKE jetboard | from 1,300 EUR per week |
You can calculate your fixed budget precisely in advance via our Rates and Services page. Evening restaurant visits ashore are paid individually by each person at the table.
The exact route develops spontaneously. The skipper analyzes the regional weather report every morning and suggests possible destinations. Typical trips explore the Central Dalmatian archipelago, including Šolta, Brač, Hvar, Vis, and Biševo.
On Brač, the long bay of Milna cuts deep into the western coast and forms a classic stop. Brač is widely known for its bright limestone, which was historically exported to Split for the construction of Diocletian's Palace. The elongated island of Hvar stretches farther to the south. The island is famous for vast lavender fields, barren karst landscapes, and steep vineyards. The Pakleni Islands, a highly indented archipelago, lie right off Hvar town. Sveti Klement is home to Palmižana with its rich vegetation. From there, local boats cross over to Hvar town, where the stone Fortica fortress towers above the old arsenal and the expansive St. Stephen's Square.
Vis lies much further out in the Adriatic Sea. A long period as a restricted military zone in the 20th century protected the island from massive overdevelopment. The town of Komiža on the west coast of Vis has a long fishing tradition. The menus of local konobas often feature Komiška pogača, a savory pie made with tomatoes and anchovies. Komiža frequently serves as a starting point for excursions to the Blue Cave. The Blue Cave, also called Modra špilja, is located on Biševo, a tiny island southwest of Vis. Access to the cave is only possible via small, licensed excursion boats operated by local providers. If the waves are too high, the narrow rock opening remains closed.
Life on the catamaran follows a relaxed rhythm. After waking up, someone brews the first pot of coffee in the galley. The group usually eats breakfast together at the large dining table in the aft cockpit. Afterward, the skipper prepares for the day's destinations.
You can read on the expansive trampoline, watch the Dalmatian coastline from the flybridge, or retreat to the cool shade of the salon with a book. Everyone often spends the midday hours in a quiet bay. The clear water off the rocky Dalmatian shores is perfect for extended swimming sessions. You can explore the shoreline up close with the stand-up paddleboards. Booking an electric AWAKE surfboard or a Seabob adds some extra excitement on the water.
The climate in Croatia is distinctly Mediterranean. Midsummer often brings hot, largely dry conditions that strongly influence coastal living. Temperatures are somewhat milder in the spring and fall, though the likelihood of significant weather changes increases. The winds in the Adriatic have their own unique characteristics.
The bora, the jugo and the maestral are the local winds Dalmatians know by name. Your skipper reads the current conditions on site and plans each day around them.
Everyone prepares breakfast and simple lunches together in the galley. The fully equipped kitchen of the Lagoon 47 features a large refrigerator, an oven, and a stove. Coffee, tea, local wine, and cold beer are stored within easy reach in the compartments. Drinking water is always available on the catamaran. All grocery purchases for onboard meals are funded via the boat kitty.
You usually leave the boat in the evening. Numerous konobas line the Croatian coast. These small taverns serve authentic regional dishes. Dalmatian culinary classics include mussels na buzaru, grilled fresh fish, or squid. You can order a peka in advance. Peka is a traditional cooking method where meat or octopus simmers alongside potatoes and vegetables under a heavy cast-iron bell in hot embers. This pairs perfectly with a glass of Plavac mali, a heavy red wine from the region, or a light Pošip from the island of Korčula.
Booking a single cabin on a catamaran appeals to people looking for a relaxed sailing vacation without complex preparations. Since MANAIA operates as the owner and manages the catamaran directly, the anonymous nature of large fleet operations is eliminated. Werner and Ines incorporate their years of experience as skippers and hosts into the daily routine. The boutique concept prioritizes high-quality, local products and sustainability.
Children aged six and older are very welcome on board. The constant responsibility for their safety, however, remains with the parents at all times. Dogs are not allowed on the trip, as the tight spaces and potential seasickness do not align with the animal's well-being.
Sailing in Dalmatia combines nature, seamanship, and Mediterranean culture. We have compiled more in-depth articles on preparation, cruising grounds, and nautical basics in our guide Cabin Charters in Croatia: Sailing Vacation from Trogir.
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On a cabin charter, you rent a single double cabin on a catamaran and share the boat with other travelers. You do not need a crew of your own. With a private charter, your closed group books the entire yacht exclusively. In both cases, a professional skipper commands the boat.
In addition to the fixed charter rate, there are variable incidental costs settled through the boat kitty, known as the APA. These include the fuel used for propulsion and the generator, mooring fees in marinas or harbors, and grocery shopping for meals and drinks on board.
No, there are no set schedules. The skipper decides on the next destination daily based on the current weather forecast and wind conditions. Typical destinations in Central Dalmatia include the islands of Šolta, Brač, Hvar, and Vis.
For a sailing trip, you strictly need soft, foldable travel bags or backpacks. Hard-shell suitcases cannot be stowed in the cabins of the Lagoon 47. You unpack a soft bag and then lay it flat on the floor of the closet to make the best use of the space.
Two stand-up paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and the tender are included in the base rate of the charter. Motorized water toys like the Seabob or the electric AWAKE surfboard are not part of the standard package. You can book these high-performance devices in advance for the entire week for a fixed additional fee.