13 incredible Croatian hidden gems you can discover on your cruise
If you love cruises but hate mass tourism, then this article is for you
We made a survey with 25 + yacht owners from Croatia about which places they believe are worth visiting and hard to find in travel guides.
Here are the results:
Stiniva bay, Badija, Vrulje and other spots listed here are some of the last remaining beauties you can visit and not be swarmed by other tourists.
That's why Goolets hired the best local concierges in Croatia... To personalize your yachting experience by including these magnificent places in your itinerary.
Let’s take a virtual journey through them.
Hidden gems in Croatia you can't afford to miss
Badija Island & Monastery
Imagine yourself waking up in paradise on earth surrounded by nature and deers eating from your hand. Amazing monastery shines in the sun while you enjoy one of the clearest seas in the World. Amazing pine forest where you fill your lounges with fresh air for the next couple of years!
When your yacht docks close to the Badija islet, your crew is able to take you there with a tender boat.
Postira
A sleepy town located on island Brač where you can finally forget about all of your stress, your job and crazy everyday things that are going on. You will want to retire here once you see how peaceful it is. This is why Postira is between the top Croatia secret places.
In Postira, our concierge can show you some architectural buildings and churches, and even 5 amazing beaches.
Dugi otok
Dugi Otok (translation Long Island) is full of pine trees, small villages and picturesque scenery where you can completely escape and enjoy nature to its fullest. It is an ideal place for unwinding but also kayaking or snorkeling.
On this island, there's a place called Sali, in which we know the top restaurants, several great farms and a location with absolute silence.
Bobovišća
Like Postira this place is a relaxing, sleepy, super easy-going small village preserved from mass tourism, ideal for a getaway. It is perfect for romantic walks, a day on the beach, or a nice dinner next to the sea.
When you arrive in Bobovišća, the captain will take you to the best swim stops for a perfect getaway.
Lovrećina
If you are not a fan of pebbly beaches, this is one of Croatia's nicest sandy hidden beaches. You can spend your day here relaxing or staying active by using one of the many watersports activities and toys you’ll find onboard.
This is just 1 of the 5 amazing beaches in Postira that we mentioned earlier. It's perfect if approached by a sailing yacht or a gulet.
Gdinj
Hvar Island does not consist only of Hvar Town and huge world-famous parties. Several small, easy-going and nice places can be found on this island as well. Charming Gdinj is just one of them. It is a completely isolated and unexplored part of Hvar.
We can organize an active bike tour through Gdinj. Or, since this blog post is mostly about hidden places, your crew can also take you to the restaurant Pakomina with a tender boat, because it's located in the middle of nowhere!
Sveta Nedjelja
This picturesque place is famous for the production of the best red wines. In Sveta Nedjelja there is a beautiful pebble beach you can enjoy on, and for those looking to stay active, you can free climb the numerous arranged paths in the immediate vicinity of Sveta Nedjelja and enjoy really nice scenery.
If you want something more specific, our concierge knows the best vineyards and wine tasting locations in Sveta Nedjelja.
Pupnatska Beach
You will love this beach surrounded by pristine nature. One of the best things you can do is to jump into this turquoise sea and swim ashore, play on the beach with your kids or just snorkel around.
Our concierge can coordinate the route with your captain so that you have Pupnatska beach included in your cruise.
Town of Komiža
Komiža is one of the most beautiful small towns in the World loved and cherished by the locals. We recommend you enjoy super nice food, an absolute must-try is Komiška pogača, an island specialty.
Komiža is a great starting point from which our concierge will organize this authentic Vis Military tour.
Vrulje
One of the epic small villages in the Kornati Islands is a true hidden gem of Croatia. You will see why we put this on the list when you visit.
Our concierge will guide you through the wonderful and unusual nature of Vrulje.
Stiniva bay
Only reachable with a boat and hidden away on the island of Vis – one of the best places for snorkeling, swimming and exploring. Due to the fact, it is only reachable by sea it stayed preserved over many years.
Similar to the Badija islet, the captain can dock the yacht close to Stiniva bay and take you directly there with a tender boat.
Pomena
Why is it special? No need to explain. Check the picture because a picture speaks more than 1000 words. Crystal clear water of this area is unbelievable.
Want to expand your visit to Pomena? Because from there, we will take you to the National park of Mljet, with regular and electric bikes.
Zaklopatica Bay
Another sleepy village where you will be able to take a deep breath and escape the masses. Go for a nice walk, explore the village and try out some local food.
And that local food is being served in top restaurants in Zaklopatica bay. Our concierge knows the ones worth your tasting.
Interested in more Hidden Places in Croatia?
You can explore our routes that offer a unique possibility to explore towns, places, beaches, and bays not reachable by most people or huge cruise liners or ferries. The most comfortable way to reach these places is on board yachts like these.
Browse all routes, our private charter options and imagine yourself cruising there.
