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Sailing All Alone in the Kornati Islands

October 28, 2024 · 25 min · 6K views · Kornati National Park

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Cruising the Kornati National Park in Croatia during mid-May requires a park permit, which can be purchased online or at visitor centers.7:07 Prices vary by vessel size, duration, and season, with significant discounts available in the shoulder season compared to the peak months of June, July, and August.7:29 While the park provides mooring buoys in larger bays, these are typically not deployed until June.22:21 Sailors must rely on anchoring in coves, where depths can reach 10 meters, necessitating sufficient chain.20:27 Recreational fishing within the park is permitted but requires a separate license.11:38 The region offers numerous konobas—local taverns—that often provide private docks or moorings for patrons.22:35 During the shoulder season, fog and shifting winds are common, requiring flexible passage planning.17:16 When approaching the northern end of the archipelago, the town quay at Sali provides sheltered berthing, though communication with the harbormaster via VHF is recommended to confirm space availability.24:17

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