- 01. Q: How do I book a boat?
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A: It is really easy, just send your charter request on info@adriatic-challenge.com, with specified date, number of cabins that you require (3 or 4), and any special needs. We will contact you shortly with an offer and guide you through all further steps.
- 02. Q: Can I book other period than Saturday-Saturday?
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A: If you like to avoid Saturday traffic jam, or even book a shorter vacation than 7 days, send your request for IRREGULAR CHARTER on info@adriatic-challenge.com or simply click HERE to see if you like any available term.
- 03. Q: Can I book the boat for less than a week?
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A: It is possible, but under special terms and according to availability.
Short period charter Nr. of Days 6 Days 5 Days 4 Days 3 Days 2 Days 1 Day Prices in Euro NORMAL PRICE NORMAL PRICE NORMAL PRICE+15% NORMAL PRICE+20% NORMAL PRICE+100% NORMAL PRICE+100% NORMAL PRICE = WEEKLY PRICE divided by 7 and multiplied by NUMBER OF DAYS - 04. Q: Can I book on short notice?
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A: Yes, but only if there is a boat available in period you would like to book a boat.
- 05. Q: What is not included in charter fee?
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A:
- transit log – base service fee
- fuel charges
- marina fees
- transfers (taxi/mini-bus)
- skipper fee
- extra sails (please see our price list if you wish to rent additional sail)
- National park entrance fees
- Safety deposit – a refundable security payment made on arrival in cash or by credit card
- 06. Q: How do I pay for my cruise?
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A: All advanced payments should be submitted by bank transfer. Usually in two instalments (30% + 70%) depending when you have confirmed your booking. Unfortunately, advanced credit card payment is not possible at the moment.
- 07. Q: Do I need a license to navigate a vessel in Croatia?
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A: Yes, it is necessary to have skippers license as well as VHF license.
- 08. Q: I do not have a skipper's license, but I would like to go cruising anyway. Is it possible?
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A: Yes, it is possible. We can arrange experienced skipper for a daily price. Your obligation is only to provide him with a food and accommodation during your cruise.
- 09. Q: Do I need a fishing license if I go fishing in Adriatic?
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A: Yes, you need to purchase a sport fishing license. It can be arranged in advance on your request. The license price depends on period of your stay (e.g. one, two weeks). Single week price is 450,00 kn (app. 62,00€) and it does not include the use of spear guns. In case you wish us to do it for you, send your fishing license request on romana@adriatic-challenge.com
- 10. Q: Which currency is used in Croatia? Cash or credit card?
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A: Croatian currency is Kuna. Sometimes is possible to pay mooring fees in Euros, but not always and it should be checked in advance. Credit cards can be used in restaurants, shops and supermarkets, but not everywhere. You will find that services on islands are charged in cash. This is why it is always recommended to have some cash with you, albeit Kunas or Euros.
- 11. Q: Are bed linen and towels provided on vessel?
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A: A set of bed linen (sheets, blankets, pillows) and a mid-sized towel is provided per person and is included in the price. Should you wish to have additional sets these are available at 5€ per person. Be sure to bring your own towels for bathing.
- 12. Q: Is kitchen equipped or should we bring our own utensils?
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A: Kitchen is equipped with stove, oven, fridge, sink, single kitchen cloth, basic cooking utensils and cutlery. Coffee machine, microwave or teapot as well as detergent and toilette paper not provided on board.
- 13. Q: Is it safe to take children on sailing?
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A: Children are welcome to go sailing even in early age. There is no age limit for sailing. However, adult supervision is mandatory. You can install a safety net along the vessels rail, but note that net should be requested in advance. The use of life vests is highly recommended, especially during heavy weather conditions. You should bring a lot of social games to entertain your children and consider choosing shorter routes and visiting marinas more frequently.
- 14. Q: What should I pack?
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A: It depends on season that you have chosen for sailing. If going on summer vacation pack as you would for any resort. Sailing vacations are casual by day, whether you're on the ship or ashore. If going out for evening dinner for example, you'll probably want to wear something more formal. If you decide to sail before and after season period, especially if you are joining some regatta event do not forget to bring oil skin suit, sailing glows, warm cap and warm shoes/boots which are not going to allow you to slip while on deck.
- 15. Q: Is there 220V power outlet on board?
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A: All our vessels have 12V outlets (like the once that you find in vehicles). 220V outlets can be used only while the vessel is plugged in power source, if moored in marina.
Apart from 12V outlets all our Bavaria 47 cruisers are equipped with 600 W inverters (12V > 220V). This power is just enough to support your laptop, or mobile phone charger while sailing. As soon as you are moored, you should plug in the boat on 220V power source and start using 220V outlets found all over the vessel.Main onshore-power source is also supporting service batteries powering refrigerator, boat lighting, TV / radio, water heater and other electrical appliances aboard.
- 16. Q: Where should I berth, in marina or in bays?
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A: If you have batteries full, sufficient food and water, you can spend the night on buoy or anchor in one of the numerous, well secluded bays along the Adriatic coast. But, always check the weather forecast first! If using the skipper service, your skipper will take care of mooring safety. It is always recommended to accept skipper’s suggestion. Local skippers are familiar with all unpredicted weather conditions and local customs. You can find a lot of sailing routes HERE
- 17. Q: Is it possible to change crew during the sailing trip?
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A: Yes, it is possible to change the crew. Just notify our office personal, and they will issue Crew list with new crew information. It is of course free of charge. However, if you need boat cleaning or new linen - this service is charged extra.
- 18. Q: Where do I submitt crew list information?
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A: Couple of days before arrival at charter base send the filled up crew list table and your contact phone number on e-mail address office@adriatic-challenge.com
- 19. Q: To whom do we announce our arrival at the base?
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A: Notify the base of your approximate time of arrival. Contact person is Romana 00385997065145.
- 20. Q: Can we take over the boat before contracted check-in time?
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A: If you are planning to arrive at base before contracted check-in time, contact us at least 24 h before. We will send you a message if it is possible or not.
- 21. Q: Which documents do we need for check-in?
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A: Do not forget to bring passports, charter contract, skippers and VHF license.
- 22. Q: What is the adress of Adriatic Challenge base?
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A: ADRIATIC CHALLENGE d.o.o.;
Obala Kralja Petra Krešimira IV 38a,
23210 Biograd n/M – Croatia. - 23. Q: Where is the AC charter base located?
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A: Our base is located in Biograd in Marina Kornati – WEST (as marked on the map).
When entering Biograd, follow “Ferry” directions, otherwise you will end up in wrong marina. There are 5 different marinas in Biograd. Check this link for more info
- 24. Q: Is there a safe parking in the marina?
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A: Safe car parking is available in front of the boat for 6,00€ a day, paid at marina reception.
- 25 Q: Is there a supermarket near marina?
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A: Nearby there are a few well supplied supermarkets which are daily opened (except on national holidays - open till midday):
- “PLODINE”
- “LIDL”
- “KONZUM”
- Daily fish market and farmer market (opened till midday).
- 26 Q: What is the check-in procedure at the base?
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A: Upon arrival at the base register at AC office. First you need to settle all eventual duties and complete documentation for boat takeover. After you have:
• PAID THE DEPOSIT
• PRESENTED SKIPPER’S LICENSE
• SUBMITTED CREW LIST INFORMATION
• SIGNED SKIPPER'S DECLARATION AND
• RECEIVED CHECK-LIST from Adriatic Challenge office,
you will check the vessel’s equipment according to the Check-list with assistance of AC skipper.
When you are finished with the procedure, do not forget to PICK UP THE BOAT PAPERS with completed check-list, signed by one of AC skippers, prior to leaving the marina. - 27 Q: At what time is the AC office oppened?
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• FRIDAY: 08 - 18h00
• SATURDAY: 08 – 19h00
• SUNDAY: 09 – 11h00 - 28 Q: Do we need to bring skippers license for check-in?
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A: By all means you should bring your skipper license on demand.
- 29. Q: What are deposit conditions for the boat?
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A: The deposit must be paid in cash, or by slip with the imprint of the client's credit card (VISA, DINERS, MASTER, AMERICAN). The amounts of the deposits are: for charter 1.500,00 €/boat, for regatta and training 3.000,00 €/boat.
- 30. Q: Can we insure the deposit amount?
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A: The deposit insurance is possible only for the Bavaria 42 match boats on following conditions:
CHARTER:
SINGLE WEEK DEPOSIT INSURANCE - 500,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage) and 150,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable)
MULTIPLE WEEK DEPOSIT INSURANCE
TWO WEEKS CHARTER - 500,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage) and 225,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable)
TREE WEEKS CHARTER - 500,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage) and 300,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable), etc.
In case of damage 500,00 € deposit will be used to cover damage(s) smaller than 500,00 €.
In case of bigger damage(s) than 500,00 €,
client will be charged with 500,00 € and deposit insurance policy will be also activated.REGATTA:
SINGLE WEEK DEPOSIT INSURANCE FOR REGATTA 1.000,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage) and 300,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable)
MULTIPLE WEEK DEPOSIT INSURANCE
TWO WEEKS CHARTER - 1000,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage(s)) and 450,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable)
TREE WEEKS CHARTER - 1000,00 €/boat cash or credit card slip (VISA, MASTER, DINERS OR AMERICAN) (refundable in case of no damage(s)) and 600,00 €/boat DEPOSIT INSURANCE POLICY (non-refundable), etc.
In case of damage 1.000,00 € deposit will be used to cover damage(s) smaller than 1.000,00 €.
In case of bigger damage(s) than 1.000,00 €, client will be charged with 1.000,00 € and deposit insurance policy will be also activated.Deposit insurance policy covers:
- All the boat damages (sails, hull, small equipment...)
- Dinghy and outboard engine
- Loss of equipment
The deposit insurance DOES NOT COVER:
- Fuel costs
We do not accept other insurance policies other than once made at AC BASE.
- 31. Q: When can we pay deposit insurance?
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A: If you like to insure your deposit, you may buy insurance policy before embarkation at AC office.
- 32. Q: Do you accept private insurance?
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A: We do not accept insurance policies other than once made at AC office.
- 33. Q: What does the deposit insurance cover?
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A: The deposit insurance covers all the damages on boat (sails, hull, small equipment...) and loss of equipment.
- 34. Q: What is not covered by the deposit insurance?
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A: Deposit insurance policy covers:
- All the boat damages (sails, hull, small equipment...)
- Dinghy and outboard engine
- Loss of equipment
- 35. Q: What do we do after we finalize the paperwork at AC office?
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A: You will be scheduled for the detailed briefing on boat with Adriatic Challenge representative. After the briefing you will personally check if the boat equipment corresponds with the check list status.
In case you ratify some damage or some equipment from the list missing, report it to AC representative who is on your disposal any time. - 36. Q: What if we notice some damage on the boat during navigation?
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A: In case you have overseen some damage during check-in, AC allows you to report it within 24 hours from check-in, by sending SMS on TECHNICAL SUPPORT NUMBER +385 99 7302711.
- 37. Q: When do we recieve boat papers?
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A: Only after detailed briefing with Adriatic Challenge representative and thorough inspection of the boat, you are allowed to take over boat papers in AC office with completed and signed check-list.
- 38. Q: what do I do in case of technical problems or boat damage?
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A: In case of any technical trouble or nautical accident immediately contact one of our representatives who is going to instruct you on your next step: Perica Zalović / base manager + 385 98 219928, or Jurica Brzić +385 99 7302711
- 39. Q: When do we have to retourn the boat for check-out?
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A: Please announce desired check-out time to AC representatives during check-in. In case you want an earlier check- out than written in your Charter contract, you are obliged to announce us 24 hours before about the new time, by phone 00 385 98 219914.
- 40. Q: Do we need to refill the fuel tank?
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A: The fuel tank should be refilled after expenditure (including the reserve diesel fuel tank–if you used-or the outboard engine fuel as well). In case you do not fill up the tank, at the base we are going to charge you the daily price of diesel/fuel + 15% premium plus working hours.
- 41. Q: How do we prepare the boat for check-out?
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A: Prepare the ship on the score of QUICK and EASY instructions, located on each boat in the skipper’s desk. Please include a note of missing, damaged inventory so we can replace for next charter. If you replaced anything in the charter period please let us know. If something does not work properly on the boat please be so kind to inform our technical assistants during check-out procedure. Before you leave your vessel, please take some time to check all the cupboards and lockers to ensure you have not left anything behind.
- 42. Q: Can we put the sponsor stickers on the boat hull and sails (Regatta Sailing)?
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A: Yes, but the boat has to be returned in the same condition as when taken over, that means that you are obligated to remove the stickers if you had put on and in case you changed anything from the original you have to restore the original setting.
- 43. Q: How do we prepare the boat for check-out (Regatta Sailing)?
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A: Extra-sails are neatly put away in sail bag and sheets left tidy. Spare ropes are olded up in cockpit locker. The stickers and power tape are removed from the ship if you had put on and in case you changed anything from the original setting restore it to the original setting. Please include a note of missing, damaged inventory so we can replace for next charter. If you replaced anything in the charter period please let us know. If something does not work properly on the boat please be so kind to inform our technical assistants during check-out procedure. Before you leave your vessel, please take some time to check all the cupboards and lockers to ensure you have not left anything behind.

