Things to do in Ugljan & Pašman during your yacht cruise getaway
Pašman and Ugljan are actually some of the best-kept secrets of Croatia. The islands used to be one big island back in the distant past but, with the rise of sea level, they got separated in the area of Ždrelac village.
Both perfect for a day trip from Zadar or National Park Kornati, they are famous for olive trees, hidden coves, sandy beaches, and 2500 hours of sunshine per year.
The best way to explore these 2 islands is to charter your private yacht and cruise around them.
And that's the part Goolets specializes in - We will find the best yacht for your group and include Ugljan and Pašman's best activities in your itinerary.
Interesting facts about Ugljan & Pašman
- Ugljan was inhabited since the early stone age
- They're close to a heart-shaped islet Galešnjak
- The islands are perfect for nature lovers who can explore the island riding a bike or hiking along the trails
- Pašman channel, due to the changes of current every six hours, really is the cleanest part of the Adriatic Sea
Must-see attractions
Here are some of the attractions you can not afford to miss.
Galešnjak – Love Island
Galešnjak is one of those places that you saw on postcards or when your friend posted a picture. You are not mistaken. It is the heart. The heart that jealously protects its Pašman for thousands of years. Throughout the world, there are only three islands in the shape of a heart, but only Galešnjak never changes its shape. Neither the winter low tides nor strong tides, a not even strong wind called “bura” of Velebit, didn’t manage to find a way to harm this beauty.
Beaches
Ugljan has more than 20 km of diverse shore with many small or big coves with crystal clear sea and untouched nature, Suitable for swimming, scuba diving, and boat excursions. Pašman Island abounds with innumerable beaches with the crystally clean sea surrounding it from all sides. Apart from the mentioned beaches, there are numerous hidden bays for those who wish to hide and enjoy the intimate and untouched nature that provides the island of Pašman. Some of the beaches are Mostar, Ćinta, Suha, Ždrelac, Banj and etc.
St. Hieronymus Monastery in Ugljan
In the centre of the town, there is a beautiful building on the sandy beach of Mostar. The convent was build in 1430. with the simple gothic church of St Hieronymus consecrated in 1447. The architect is Juraj Lukači-Zavaliska. In the cloister of the convent, there is a decorated tombstone of the founder of Glagolitic print shop in Rijeka, the bishop Simun Kozičić-Benja ( 1460-1536).
Church of St. Kosmas and St. Damien in Ugljan
Build in the 11th or 12th century in late pre-Romanic style. The legend says that the merchant Torricella built it, who was saved in a shipwreck and who swim to that place. It is the oldest church in Ugljan. It is placed in the docile cove of Ljokina, and there is a path leading to it, ideal for cyclists and pedestrians.
The Parish Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Pašman
According to the tradition and vicar of the parish church, the first church of Pašman was its present presbytery, blessed on the 7th August in 806 by Saint-Donat, the bishop of Zadar. That church was later renovated expanded and that is today’s church dating from 1885.
Castle Califf
Califf Castle is a 17th-century castle on the Croatian island of Ugljan, located in the heart of the city of Ugljan. The castle was built by the Califfi family in the 17th century. The Berčić family from Zadar acted as stewards of the castle, and the castle eventually took on their name. More recently the castle has been restored and carries the name Dvor Krešimir Ćosić after the former Croatian basketball star.
The Church of St. Francis and the Franciscan Monastery of St. Domnius in Pašman
As one of the most recognizable cultural monuments of Pasman Island, the Monastery of Saint Domnius is located along with the so-named church in Kraj. Noblewoman Peregrina donated the church along with the property and associated facilities to the Franciscans expelled from Bosnia.
Ancient Christian Memorial
The central space is surrounded by apse and exedra. In the West, there is a hall ( Prothyron) from which you enter the martyrium. In the lapses, there are sarcophaguses with bodies of martyrs, and the floors are decorated with multi-colour mosaics ( today in the archaeological museum of Zadar). This memorial also has rooms added on the side, and the oldest building is the second half of the 4th century.
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The best restaurants and taverns to consider in Ugljan & Pašman
Several places where you can expect only the superb food and drinks experience. Goolets has personal contacts with the owners of these places. They take special care of our guests.
Tavern Ugljan
Put Tabele 2, 23275, Ugljan
This newly opened tavern in the centre of Ugljan town will enchant you with its interior, domestic atmosphere with a pleasant ambience and indigenous and modern cuisine. The traditional interior of their ancestors’ old oil mill opens its door from Easter till late October.
Restaurant Lanterna
Pašman 68, 23262, Pašman
In the preparation of Dalmatian specialities, they use to fish, shells and seafood, and vegetables from their own, ecologically pure breeding. The restaurant Lanterna has a cafe bar Terrace with a sea view and a tavern with a saloon. The restaurant has services on your request – in full board or a la carte.
Konoba Dido Šime
Ribarska obala 13
A family tavern specializing in local cuisine. A unique ambience that resembles Roman times. Food dominated by fresh fish daily is caught by the owner and is prepared in front of guests in a traditional manner. The covered terrace is located 2 meters from the sea and offers a unique atmosphere with sunset.
Things to do
There's plenty of exciting ideas to do on Korčula island.
National park “Kornati”
The Kornati National Park covers the bigger part of the Kornati waters. Because of their exceptional landscape beauty, interesting geomorphology, highly jagged and indented coast as well as because of rich communities of the submarine eco-system, the islands were made a national park in 1980.
The Kornati archipelago, as a separate and special island group located between Šibenik and Zadar islands, covers an area of about 320 km2 and includes about 150 land units, located either permanently or frequently above the sea.
National park “Krka”
Krka Waterfalls National Park Excursion is a wonderful place for everybody. Be ready to feel the power of extraordinary waterfalls. Welcome to traditional Dalmatian village and the place where Croatia stepped into the modern electric power era with one of the world’s oldest hydroelectric power plants.
If you get tired or if it gets too hot, jump under the big waterfall and swim in the fresh waters of the Krka River. A true hippie moment. A blend of educational and recreational areas, natural and traditional surroundings, plus the fun time that you get.
The best way to explore Ugljan & Pašman is by a yacht
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