Browse traditional and luxury gulets available for crewed charter on the Dalmatian coast. Based in Split, Dubrovnik, and Sibenik — all with professional captain and cook included.
Every gulet in this directory comes with a professional crew — at minimum a captain and cook. Guests need no sailing licence or maritime experience. The captain navigates; the cook prepares three meals a day from the APA provisioning fund. For a full explanation of how gulet charters work, see our what is a gulet guide, or compare options in our catamaran vs gulet guide.
A well-maintained traditional gulet based in Split. Five en-suite double cabins, spacious sun deck with cushioned seating, and a cook who specialises in Dalmatian fish dishes. Good choice for the Hvar–Vis–Korcula circuit.
Modern luxury gulet based in Dubrovnik. Air-conditioned cabins with en-suites, generator for full power at anchor, watermaker. Covers the Elaphiti Islands, Mljet, and Korcula route. Crew of three. Excellent cook.
Owner-operated gulet based in Sibenik, specialising in Kornati National Park routes. The captain has worked Kornati for 18 seasons and knows every anchorage. Best choice for the Kornati–Telascica–Dugi Otok circuit.
Compact four-cabin gulet perfect for smaller groups of 6–8. Lower price point without sacrificing quality. Cook prepares full Croatian meals. Based in Split Marina Kastela.
One of the largest luxury gulets on the Dalmatian circuit. Seven cabins, full A/C, professional chef, tender with outboard, waterski and snorkelling equipment. Suitable for the full central and south Dalmatian coast.
Family-run gulet based in Dubrovnik. Owner-captain with 15 years on the same boat. Four double cabins, good outdoor dining space. Best for Elaphiti Islands and Mljet for groups of 6–8.
Most gulets accommodate 8–16 guests across 4–8 cabins. A gulet with 5 cabins and 10 guest capacity is the most common booking for a group of three couples and four friends. Going above 10 guests lowers the per-head cost significantly. A €12,000 gulet split between 12 people is €1,000 each for the week — all meals included. See our charter cost guide for the full breakdown including APA.
Traditional wooden gulets (typically 2000–2015 builds, refitted) offer the authentic Croatian experience at a lower price point. Luxury gulets (2015 onwards) add air-conditioned cabins, generators, watermakers, and larger crews — at 2–3x the price. Our best gulets Croatia guide covers specific recommendations at both levels.
The base determines the route. Split-based gulets cover central Dalmatia: Hvar, Vis, Korcula, Brac. Dubrovnik-based gulets cover the quieter south: Elaphiti Islands, Mljet, Lastovo. Sibenik gulets are closest to Kornati National Park. Full comparison in the gulet charter Croatia guide.
| Base | Best Route | Character | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Split | Hvar · Vis · Korcula | Most popular; best variety | Split Gulet Charter |
| Dubrovnik | Elaphiti · Mljet · Korcula | Quieter; more unspoiled | Dubrovnik Gulet Charter |
| Sibenik | Kornati · Telascica · Dugi Otok | National park; most distinctive | Sibenik Gulet Charter |
Good gulets sell out for July and August by April. Book 6–9 months ahead for peak season. June and September offer the best combination of warm water, reliable Maestral winds, and lower prices. See our best time to sail Croatia guide.
Gulets can be booked directly with owners, through a broker, or via aggregator platforms. A broker adds real value for luxury vessels and large groups — they know the specific boats and the captain reputations. Our how to charter a boat in Croatia guide covers every step.
No licence required. Unlike bareboat charter, gulet guests need no sailing qualification. The captain handles all navigation and anchoring. You simply arrive and tell the captain where you want to go.
If you are deciding between a crewed gulet and a catamaran charter, the key difference is full service vs independence. A gulet provides a cook, captain, and all meals included — but the captain makes the final call on timing. A bareboat catamaran gives total flexibility but requires a sailing licence. Our catamaran vs gulet guide compares both in detail.