Pre-charter Information & FAQ's Trogir ACI
Please complete the crew list as soon as possible. The completed crew list will also allow for your transfers from/to Split airport if required.
If you have booked a skipper please ignore the skipper sections of the form.
TRAVEL & TRANSFERS TO ACI MARINA TROGIR
Please check all current proceedures and official advice for travel before your charter including Government travel advice, airport and border proceedures for all of the countries you plan to travel through.
If you need any help or information when arranging your travel to ACI Marina Trogir near Split airport we will be glad to help.
Request a transfer from/to Split airport by checking the box on the Crew List/Transfer Form & completing your flight information
When you depart the airport terminal there will be a driver waiting holding a card bearing your name who will drive you directly to the marina where the base team will be waiting to greet you. Please pay the driver directly in kunas. Taxis cost the equivalent (in kuna) of approximately £25 per car each way. We will advise of prices for larger groups. The transfer takes around 15 minutes.
Your transfers will automatically be arranged i f you have correctly completed your flight information on the Crew List/Transfer form but please feel free to copy us in on an email with your transfer/travel plans charter@island-sailing.com
ARRIVALS
For bareboat charters, upon arrival just the Skipper and First Mate should make their way to the Waypoint office (please see map below). We recommend other crew members can sit and enjoy a cool drink at the Cafe bar nearby. There's a restaurant at ACI marina. Bocel restaurant above the Salt Bar in SCT Trogir marina next door is great for lunch or dinner with a great view over the marina.
. For skippered charters make your way to the Waypoint office and the office staff can let your skipper know you have arrived and they will come and meet you.
If you will be arriving at the marina after 20.00 please inform us in advance so we can make arrangements with you for boarding your yacht.
If we are not arranging your transfers p lease let Island Sailing know the approximate time of your arrival to the marina. There are a number of marinas in Trogir, make sure you go to ACI. If you are going to be significantly earlier or later than expected please call us (see contact information below).
CONTACT INFORMATION LOCAL BASE - WAYPOINT YACHTCHARTER
Waypoint Yacht Charter
Marina ACI - Trogir
43°30, 8’ N, 16°15, 2’ E
The Waypoint office is situated next to the ACI reception (please see map) and is open Friday 12.00 - 20.00, Saturday 08:30 - 20:00 & Sunday 09.00 - 12.00 The Yachts are moored on Pier W & U.
Base Manager: Neven Majic Tel: +385 (0)99 582 6971
Waypoint Yachting Tel: +385 (0)21 36 76 86
Island Sailing UK Head Office Tel: +44(0)20 7139 8644
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Travel light is our advice. Don’t forget your passport(s).
Unless you have booked a skipper you must remember to bring the original copy(s) of your sailing qualifications/skipper's licence and VHF radio licence.
You must bring a mobile phone set up for roaming in Croatia and charger – it is very important that we can keep in contact in case of emergency as VHF signal is only line of sight.
Please bring your luggage in a soft bag that will fold down without wheels or hard edges. Space on a yacht is limited and cases with hard edges and wheels will often damage the woodwork on the boat. Unfortunately there isn't a luggage store at the marina.
Bedding and yacht towels are provided on your yacht but we advise you to bring beach towels with you. If you have a late flight home we recommend bringing another towel if you wish as yacht towels cannot be kept after you disembark on the last day.
All yachts are equipped with sufficient numbers of life jackets, usually of a standard size. If you are not a standard size, or especially for small children it is wise to bring your own life jackets . If you would like to check about this before you come to Croatia please get in touch.
You will need to bring a VISA or MASTERCARD credit card for your yacht security deposit (debit cards and AMEX are not accepted). Please make sure you have a large enough limit to cover the deposit for the yacht you have booked. Your charter can't commence without the completed credit card security deposit.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING? - CHECK LIST
Passport (s)/ ID.
Travel insurance documents (make sure you have coverage for sailing)
The skipper must bring original copies of Sailing Certificates/Licences and original valid VHF Radio Licence
Credit Cards/Debit Cards and local currency (Kuna/HRK). You must bring a VISA or MASTERCARD credit card with you for the yacht security deposit
Mobile phone set up for roaming in Croatia and charger – it is very important that you can keep in contact in case of emergency as VHF signal is only line of sight
Beach towel (yacht towels are provided for use on the yacht). If you have a late flight home we recommend bringing another towel if you wish as yacht towels cannot be kept after you disembark on the last day
Snorkels, mask and flippers if you have them, or you can buy them when you arrive in Croatia.
Soft soled shoes &/or deck shoes
Waterproof jacket (especially in early and late summer in case of a shower)
Hat & sunglasses (with cord)
Sea sickness pills if required
Any essential medication
Two-pin European travel adapter for charging phones etc. (at marinas or even in restaurants)
12 volt adapter / car charger for charging phones, etc. on-board (onboard with a car type cigarette lighter socket)
WHAT FACILITIES ARE AT ACI TROGIR MARINA
Trogir is a town in Central Dalmatia, on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea. The very heart of Trogir constitutes an islet lying between the mainland and the island of Ciovo, and on it, the UNESCO-protected old town centre is located. In the town centre there are many different restaurants, cafes and bars (ask staff for directions).
ACI marina Trogir is situated on the small island Ciovo and is connected to the main land via a bridge. The town centre can be reached on foot via the bridge. The marina has the usual amenities, as well as a cafe bar and taverna/restaurant with an incredible view over the old town.
ACI Trogir marina has all the essential services you will need such as power and water together with bathroom and shower facilities, laundry and a coffee shop, bar and restuarant. Electricity is available on the piers as well as fresh water. Wireless internet is available in the marina as well as around the cafe bars in town.
At the end of your charter there is a fuel station at marina Baotic across the water from ACI where you will fill up and pay for fuel. There is car parking in several places around the marina but it is unguarded.
YACHT SECURITY DEPOSIT
You will need to bring a VISA or MASTERCARD credit card for your yacht security deposit (debit cards are not accepted) which will be processed by the owner/operator at base. Please make sure you have a large enough limit to cover the deposit for the yacht you have booked. Costs are in Croatian Kuna.
Details for the Security deposit amounts and non-refundable Yacht Damage Waivers for your yacht charter will be listed on your Booking Statement. Please ask us if you need to check.
WHEN WILL I BE ABLE BOARD MY YACHT?
Your yacht will be ready to board by 17:00 on the first day of your charter. If your flight gets you to Split earlier than this you will be able to enjoy the cafe bar and restaurant in the marina or take a stroll over the foot bridge into Trogir town. If the yacht is ready a little earlier you will be able to board sooner.
For bareboat charters when you are on board you will be given a full safety brief and a chart brief with one of the skippers or base team with extensive knowledge of the sailing area.
WILL I GET A YACHT HANDOVER BRIEFING?
Yes, you will receive a thorough handover of your yacht upon boarding as well as a chart/sailing area briefing and you can familiarise yourself with the yacht and its equipment before setting sail. The Waypoint base team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have as well as offering any advice you may need about the sailing area. If you arrive close to or after the base office closes you will receive your yacht handover the following morning.
For those on a Skippered yacht charter you will meet your skipper, they will show you around your yacht and chat about where you would like to sail.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY FLIGHTS ARRIVE OR DEPART LATE? As long as you let us know when you are arriving and departing we can make arrangements for your arrival. If you arrive to Trogir early before your yacht is ready there are lots of places to have a drink or some food whilst you wait. Trogir is a lovely town with lots of shops, tavernas, cafes and restaurants.
If you have a late flight home you can relax at the marina or in Trogir town. You are welcome to use all of the facilities at Marina ACI Trogir before or at the end of your yacht charter which include showers, bathroom facilities, a laundry, restaurant and cafe bar. Some people like to use the time before a late flight home to explore Split which is around 30 minutes' away by car.
WHEN DOES MY CHARTER END & RETURNING BACK TO THE MARINA?
You will need to return to Trogir marina at 18:00 at the latest on the penultimate day of your charter (usually Friday). The end of charter checks start on the Friday at 18.00 when the divers check all of the yachts.
There is a fuel station at marina Baotic across the water from ACI marina. Before returning to the base, please refuel your boat and fill up your outboard engine can before you go to your berth at ACI Trogir marina. Please pay the marina fuel staff directly by cash or card. Do not use your anchor, there are mooring lines on the shore that will be passed to you to secure your yacht whilst you re-fuel.
When returning to the yacht berth, go stern to and do not use your anchor as there are laid mooring lines.
You will be able to stay on the yacht on your final night and enjoy relaxing in the marina or exploring the amazing choice of restaurants, tavernas, cafes and shops in Trogir old town .
Please disembark by 08:30 on the last the next morning.
When you return your yacht's papers back to the base office, if you are having a transfer please ask the reception staff what time your transfer pick up will be.
HOW TO GET LOCAL WEATHER FORECASTS? You may well have your own favourite websites and Apps to check the weather.
Most skippers sailing in Croatia refer to Meteo.hr , the Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service. When you visit the site choose 'Forecasts' then ‘Aladin Charts’ then ‘Wind and MSLP’ here is the link Meteo.hr .
Remember the sailing area has extremely localised conditions which are affected by numerous factors which cannot be foreseen by the forecasters such as land breeze, sea breeze, sea swell, the local landscape, fetch, ferry wash and so on.
You can also find weather information at marinas and yacht clubs.
DO YOU PROVIDE LINEN AND TOWELS?
All bed sheets, linen and pillows and towels are provided on the boat. We recommend bringing your own beach towel but you can also get them at base for around £4 per towel. If you have a late flight home we recommend bringing a spare towel if you wish as yacht towels cannot be kept after you disembark on the last day.
SHORE POWER & WHAT PLUG SOCKETS DOES THE BOAT HAVE?
Shore power is available on most town quays and marinas. All plug sockets on the boats are the European 2 pin type however these are only usable when the yacht is plugged in to mains power. If your devices or equipment do not have 2 pin European plugs you'll need to bring a travel adaptor with you. During the week there is a 12v socket, similar to a car cigarette lighter, which can be used to charge phones and other electronic devices if you bring a car charger with you.
ARE THERE MASKS AND SNORKELS ON THE YACHT?
Masks, snorkels or flippers are not provided. You are welcome to bring your own or they are readily available and reasonably priced in the nearby shops and at many places around the sailing area.
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO FUEL UP MY YACHT?
Fuel is available at marina Baotic across the water from ACI m arina. At the end of your charter please fill your yacht and outboard jerry can and pay the fuel personnel directly with a debit or credit card or cash (Kuna).
Fuel will vary depending on the size of yacht you charter and how far you sail and motor on your holiday. Most customers spend the equivalent (in Kuna) of between £90 - £500 per week on fuel for the yacht depending on the size of the yacht and the amount of motoring they do.
If you have chartered one of the largest yachts or catamarans especially the ones with generators and air-conditioning, you will use more fuel.
HOW MUCH ARE THE MOORING FEES?
Mooring fees at Trogir marina for your first and last day are FREE. The marinas in Croatia offer some of the best facilities in the Mediterranean and there are laid moorings on most quays and mooring buoys in many locations. There are however harbour and mooring charges which vary, however you should budget for around £1.00- £2.00 per foot per night, usually around 1.5x or more for catamarans.
DO WE NEED AN OUTBOARD ENGINE FOR THE DINGHY/TENDER?
Every yacht has its own dinghy/tender and outboard engine. An outboard engine for your dinghy/tender can be very useful. They are great for exploring caves and some of the quieter snorkelling spots.
WHAT ABOUT SHOPPING & PROVISIONING?
There is a well stocked mini market in the marina and also a large supermarket a little further away passed the foot bridge and you can ask the base staff for the free transfer provided by the supermarket. There is a small fruit and vegetable market just by the bridge a few minutes' walk from the marina and in the town centre there is a daily farmer and fish market, small little shops, a bakery and a butcher. There will be opportunities to purchase anything you need at the various ports and harbours you visit around the sailing area so you do not have to purchase too much when you arrive.
In addition, JAM Yacht Supply is an online grocery store that delivers food, beverages and other essentials onboard. Please find it on this link: https://www.jamyachtsupply.com
The Kuna is the currency in Croatia. We would recommend bringing a reasonable amount of local currency with you as quite a few small cafes, restaurants and small shops usually only accept cash. There are ATM machines at the marina, in Trogir town and in other larger towns and small cities you will visit.
WILL I BE ABLE TO USE MY DEBIT OR CREDIT CARD?
Many restaurants, café bars and shops around the sailing area only accept cash (Kuna).
The fuel station, the yacht charter base office at the marina and some large shops and restaurants accepts major credit cards (VISA and MASTERCARD) when you re-fuel at the end of the week and you will need to bring a VISA or MASTERCARD with you for your yacht security deposit. Please make sure you have a large enough limit to cover the deposit for the yacht you have booked.
WILL THERE BE CASH MACHINES?
There are cash/ATM machines all around Trogir town and there is also an ATM at ACI marina. However, over the course of the week, you may not visit one of the towns with cash machines every day so it is advisable to stock up before you leave. We would recommend bringing a reasonable amount of local currency with you as quite a few small cafes, restaurants and small shops usually only accept cash.
DO I NEED TO WEAR SPECIAL SHOES OR CLOTHES?
It would be advisable to bring a pair of lightweight shoes with non-marking soles for wearing on the boat. You can wear whatever clothes you feel comfortable in but it is a good idea to bring a lightweight waterproof jacket. We do get the odd day of rain, especially at the start and end of the season.
WHERE CAN I GET INTERNET ACCESS?
The yachts have the option for onboard Wi-Fi for a small fee (around £18 per week - up to 75GB per week) , and there is W-lan internet available at Trogir marina plus most cafés, bars and restaurants around the sailing area have free Wi-Fi for their customers.
WHAT IS THE MOBILE PHONE SIGNAL LIKE?
Mobile phone reception is usually very good. You must bring a mobile phone and charger with you for use around the islands and keep your phone available and charged at all times. Whilst VHF is used, you will not always be in range. There is an emergency phone line 24 hours a day, should you need to contact the base as VHF signal only works in line of sight.
WILL THE SKIPPER SPEAK ENGLISH? Skippers are of mixed nationalities, most are Croatian or other European but all of them speak excellent English.
HOW DO WE FEED OUR SKIPPER?
That’s up to you and your skipper. When you provision for food remember to get enough for your skipper, generally they are happy to have whatever you are having. In the evening you can choose to invite them out with you or cover their evening meal if you prefer to dine alone (25-30 euro per day is recommended). If you invite your skipper to join you in the evening they may accept or choose to meet up with fellow skippers or stay on the yacht and wait for your return. It often works best to agree and pay an amount at the start for your skipper to cover their food for the duration of the charter. All the skippers are extremely professional and personable and provide discreet and unobtrusive assistance throughout your yacht charter. Our customers find that their skipper makes their charter something really extra special as they become welcome additions on the yachts they sail.
HOW MUCH SHOULD I TIP MY SKIPPER?
It is customary that you tip your skipper. A guideline amount would be around 5-10% of your yacht price, though as this could encompass quite a range we leave it at your discretion and ask that you offer gratuity you think your skipper deserves. We’re sure they’ll add immense value to your charter experience.
CAN I STORE LUGGAGE AT THE MARINA? There is a limited amount of space outside the marina base office on check-in and check-out.
IS THERE ANY PARKING AT THE MARINA? Yes, there is free parking available at the marina. You can leave your car at the car park for the duration of your charter.
