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The best option for you is to arrive to Split a couple of days prior to the actual BYA. You can enjoy the beautiful cities Trogir, Split and the surrounding areas while preparing for the trip. The final preparations include: allocating a place where you can leave your suitcase (in a case it it is too big to carry on the boat), buying the last necessities such as seasickness medicine, sunscreen, sunglasses and similar accessories etc. Storage areas are available at hotels you’re staying at, or at the main bus station etc.

The ideal suitcase size for the boat shouldn’t exceed the 22 X 14 X 9 inches, or ‘carry on size’ (the one that fits in the airlane overhead bin.

Try not to buy food before the check-in because it may go bad. Also, skipper is knowledgable about the most suitable groceries. You will arrange everything on the day of the check–in. After the meeting with the skipper you’ll go to a nearby supermarket where you will buy to most essential groceries such as plenty of fresh water, fruits and vegetables, meat and diary products and/or foods according to your dietary needs.

No. Adriatic sea is swimmers and watersports friendly. Of course we can’t guarantee there are never dangerous sharks in the waters, but in 99.9999% cases, jellyfish burns are the only danger you have to look out for and these instances occur rarely.

You don’t have to but if you don’t feel like cooking and preparing meals for yourself, then it’s definitely recommendable to hire one. Hostesses are in charge of keeping the boat clean and cooking the meals. Or have some more cash for restaurants. You won’t regret either scenario.

Yes you do, because our skippers know the itinerary the best, as well as interesting historical and cultural facts about the places you will see.

Tipping is optional but highly recommended. In Croatia, tipping in the tourism and service sector is common and is expected as service charge is not included in the final bill. The size of the tip is not set and it depends on your satisfaction with the service provided and how much you feel they deserved.

No. They are here to do their main tasks such as navigate the yacht , guide you through hiking, prepare meals and keep the space tidy. They are very friendly and kind and they will be glad to help you with anything you need if it is within their power. For example, at times, the itinerary changes due to the bad weather. If the skipper decides not to sail out or change the route for safety reasons, it’s advisable not to persuade him/her to do that.

Again, it totally depends on your lifestyle and preferences. Prices in Croatia tend to be a bit lower compared to Western Europe. The price for the average meal ranges from 10€ to 25€ per person. It can be less or more depending on your wishes and apetite. Drinks come from 2€ to 5€ or even more € if you want cocktails. A cup of coffee ranks from 1,30€ to 3€ an average but it’s more close to 1,30 etc. Usually people take around 500€ to 1000€ with them on the boat and in Sarajevo. You don’t need to spend it all but have it just in case. In addition, please make sure to have the funds for port fees, yacht renting deposit and piggy bank/kitty (details are below).

Yes for the yacht. On the check – in day we’ll have to make a deposit that varies from 1500€ to 2500€ per boat. That’s standard in the yachting industry and the deposit will be returned to you after a charter agency makes sure that the yacht didn’t get damaged during our week. Usually the amount deposited to the charter agency is divided among all the yacht members.

In a beautiful house. Each room is equipped with a queen or a king bed.

The port fees vary from 50€ per a yacht for the night to 150€ or even 200€ if we’re moored in a bigger and more luxurious marinas. You can cover the port fees from the kitty.

This is a very IMPORTANT question. Setting up mutual kitty/ piggy bank is customary for sailing.   It is recommended that everyone participates equally with 150€ – 200€ total which will cover some common costs such as port fees, food, and drinks on the boat.

Cigarettes are O.K. as long as you aware of non-smokers on the boat and you’re not torturing the rest of the crew and the people with the smoke. Alcohol is also O.K. but be careful not to overdo it because accidents can happen and are pretty common on the sailing yachts because all of the hollows and protuberances on the deck and in the inside. Drugs are a big NO. No drugs will be tolerated or accepted on the boat, in Sarajevo or during the whole trip. From easier to heavier drugs, all of the drugs (Marijuana also) are illegal in Croatia, therefore prohibited on the Balkan Yacht Adventure also. Follow these simple rules, take care of yourself and your loved ones, relax, breathe and leave your inhibitions on the shore and you’ll have the best time.

American and citizens of the EU countries (Plus EEA countries and Switzerland) don’t need to obtain a visa to enter Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourist purposes. Be sure to bring your passport with you. For a longer than 30 days stay, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina check the requirements with your embassy or a consulate.

Nothing is mandatory. All the itinerary (other than marked as exceptions) are included in the total price of 1300 €.

Nothing. Bring your suitcase, positive energy and a smile and prepare for the most amazing 9 – days that you’ll remember for the rest of your lives. J See you on the boat.

We definitely recommend you to take all or some of the following insurances. It’s all up to you but still it’s very important to know about it and have it:

An insurance in case of an accident or illness on the trip, in case of baggage damage and loss, voluntary health insurance during travel and staying abroad, insurance in a case of travel cancellation and insurance to cover travel and return costs to the starting point in case of accident and illness. Have that in mind. Being unsecured is not adventurous or cool. It’s just irresponsible.

No. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have to be in any shape whatsoever. The mountain peaks we’re going to climb are not insurmountable and are actually pretty easy to hike with mild gradients and moderate slopes. Usually it takes an hour to hour and half for an island peak to climb and almost the same time to climb down. The exception is the last mountain Čvrsnica which is a bit more demanding with an average of 2,5 hours to climb up and the same time to go down. So you should be physically able to walk up and down for few hours.

If there are going to occur any legal and practical restrictions to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina due to Covid – 19 related situations we will change the route and instead of going to Bosnia and Herzegovina we’ll go to the inland of Croatia – to Dinara or Biokovo mountain – both options beautiful and practical. You’ll be notified of any outcome.

We will be versatile when it comes to yoga sessions but all of them will be adjusted to the group knowledge level and physical possibilities.

The classes can be determined on the spot, in accordance with the group energy, other daily activities and the weather.

We’ll work with Vinyasa, chakra work, pranayama etc. 

The classes will consist of many grounding asanas, forward bends, sitting asanas, lying postures. They will include many yin and restorative elements, pranayamas and calming affirmations which will open the path to releasing stress and negative emotions, thus creating space for new experiences and positive emotions.

Presentation of crystals, their working and chakra relation. Practical integration for daily life and yoga practice.