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Marinas in Croatia and Montenegro, ten harbours for exploring the Adriatic

From Porto Montenegro to Rovinj, a guide to marinas for yachts, crews and boaters between the Bay of Kotor and Dalmatia

Ten marinas in Croatia and Montenegro, with services, destinations and practical information for cruising the eastern Adriatic

The eastern Adriatic coastline alternates sheltered bays, historic towns, island groups and contemporary waterfronts, creating itineraries suitable for vessels of many different sizes.

Cruising between Croatia and Montenegro means travelling through one of the Mediterranean’s most varied yachting regions. The Croatian coast is defined by a succession of islands, channels and harbours stretching from Istria to Dalmatia, while Montenegro brings together very different landscapes within a relatively short coastline, from the Bay of Kotor to inlets opening directly onto the Adriatic.

Along this route are urban marinas close to historic centres, large yachting bases with boatyards and technical services, seasonal harbours surrounded by nature and new waterfront developments designed to welcome yachts and superyachts. Choosing the right marina therefore depends on the vessel’s dimensions, the cruising plan, the need for technical support and the type of experience expected ashore.

This MED-Yachting Guide presents ten marinas in Montenegro and Croatia, selected for their location, quality of services, berthing capacity and relationship with the surrounding destination. It is not a ranking, but a collection of harbours with different characteristics, useful for planning a route through the eastern Adriatic. The selection is based on the facilities included in the editorial dossier dedicated to Mediterranean marinas.

From the Bay of Kotor to the islands of Dalmatia

The route can begin in Montenegro, within the Bay of Kotor, where mountains and deep inlets create an almost lake-like landscape. Porto Montenegro, Portonovi and Luštica Bay represent three different interpretations of the contemporary marina, all integrated with hotels, restaurants, residences and waterfront services.

Heading north, the route enters Croatia. Dubrovnik can become the starting point for cruising along the Dalmatian coast, reaching the islands of Mljet, Korčula and Hvar before continuing towards Split, Šibenik, the Kornati archipelago, Zadar and finally Istria. The distances require careful planning, particularly when the itinerary includes several island groups and stops in historic towns.

Before departure, it is advisable to check the vessel’s documentation, entry formalities, insurance cover, berth availability and the regulations applying within national parks and protected areas. Even when marinas operate throughout the year, some services, restaurants and transport connections may follow seasonal schedules.

Porto Montenegro, an international base in the Bay of Kotor
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Porto Montenegro extends along the Tivat waterfront, within the Bay of Kotor.

Porto Montenegro is one of Montenegro’s best-known marinas and is positioned as a genuine home port for yachts and superyachts. The complex occupies part of Tivat’s waterfront and combines berths, residences, hotels, restaurants, shops, a yacht club and services dedicated to crews.

The official website indicates more than 500 berths and the capacity to accommodate vessels measuring up to 250 metres. The marina operates throughout the year and provides dedicated assistance, fuel under favourable fiscal arrangements where applicable, and services for both short and long-term stays.

For maintenance and refit work, Porto Montenegro is connected with the Adriatic 42 facility, which, according to the operator, includes a 180-by-34-metre floating dock, a 720-tonne travel lift, working areas and covered spaces. These facilities make the area suitable for technical work on large yachts.

Its location provides access to Tivat, Perast, Kotor and the surrounding inlets of the bay. Tivat Airport is nearby, making the marina convenient for guest arrivals and crew changes.

Particularly suitable for yachts and superyachts, long-term stays, crew services, refit work and itineraries within the Bay of Kotor.

Check before arrival berth availability, customs procedures, mooring specifications, shore-power requirements and any technical services required.

Declared berths more than 500
Declared maximum length 250 m
VHF Channel 71
Telephone +382 32 661 061
Email info@portomontenegro.com
Coordinates 42°26.03′ N - 018°41.33′ E
Porto Montenegro

Portonovi Marina, a harbour at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor
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Portonovi occupies a strategic position between the open sea and the inner reaches of the Bay of Kotor.

Portonovi Marina is located in Kumbor, in the Herceg Novi area, along the western entrance to the Bay of Kotor. It forms part of a waterfront development that includes accommodation, restaurants, shops, residences and wellness facilities.

The marina was designed to welcome yachts and superyachts. The most recent official information indicates that it can accommodate vessels measuring up to 140 metres, with continuous assistance, border formalities, shore power, fuel, waste management and guest services.

The marina’s brochure reports 238 berths, 24-hour water and electricity, berthing assistance, Wi-Fi, CCTV surveillance and support with customs and immigration procedures. The marina also offers connections with Tivat, Dubrovnik and Podgorica.

From the harbour, guests can easily reach Herceg Novi, Mamula Island, the Luštica Peninsula and the inner destinations of the bay. Its location also makes it suitable for continuing towards Dubrovnik and southern Croatia.

Particularly suitable for large yachts, international arrivals, resort stays and itineraries between Montenegro and Croatia.

Check before arrival border formalities, the maximum length accepted at the assigned berth, shore-power availability, fuel services and procedures for yachts carrying larger numbers of guests.

Declared berths 238
Maximum length up to 140 m
Shore power up to 630 A according to the marina’s documentation
Berthing assistance 24 hours
Portonovi Marina

Luštica Bay Marina, the new waterfront of the Montenegrin coast
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Luštica Bay combines a sheltered harbour with a contemporary village overlooking the Adriatic.

Luštica Bay Marina is located on the Luštica Peninsula, in a different setting from the marinas farther inside the Bay of Kotor. It forms part of Marina Village, a pedestrian area with restaurants, shops, a supermarket, beach club, accommodation and family services.

The marina currently provides 115 berths for yachts measuring up to 45 metres, with a planned extension adding a further 28 berths. Two breakwaters protect the basin, while the marina offers continuous surveillance and security, multilingual assistance and solutions for both short and long-term stays.

Declared shore power is available up to 125 A three-phase, while assistance can be requested on VHF Channel 68. The proximity of Tivat Airport also makes the marina easy to reach.

Its location is suitable for guests wishing to combine cruising, beaches and time ashore, while retaining relatively quick access both to the Bay of Kotor and the open sea.

Particularly suitable for medium-sized yachts, longer stays, families and itineraries between the Luštica Peninsula and the Bay of Kotor.

Check before arrival berth dimensions, seasonal availability, shore-power requirements and sea conditions outside the bay.

Declared berths 115
Maximum length 45 m
VHF Channel 68
Berthing assistance +382 67 697 924
Coordinates 42°23′00″ N - 18°40′00″ E
Luštica Bay Marina

ACI Marina Rovinj, the harbour facing Rovinj’s historic centre
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The marina in Rovinj offers one of Istria’s most recognisable views, with the historic centre rising above the sea.

ACI Marina Rovinj is located on the Istrian coast, opposite Rovinj’s old town. Its position makes it possible to reach the town centre while also using the marina as a base for cruising around southern Istria, the Brijuni Islands and the Kvarner region.

Redesigned with a contemporary layout, the marina is also equipped to welcome larger yachts. Its integration with the waterfront makes it easy to alternate time on board with restaurants, cultural visits and walks through the historic centre.

Rovinj is particularly appreciated for its skyline, the houses gathered around the Church of Saint Euphemia and the network of narrow streets leading down to the harbour. The marina is therefore suitable both for a technical stop and for a stay focused on exploring the destination.

Particularly suitable for itineraries in Istria, urban stays, cruises towards Brijuni and connections with the northern Adriatic.

Check before arrival the dimensions of the assigned berth, draught, entry conditions and availability during the high season.

ACI Marina Rovinj

D-Marin Dalmacija, a major yachting base near Zadar
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D-Marin Dalmacija is one of Croatia’s largest marinas and provides direct access to cruising routes in northern Dalmatia.

D-Marin Dalmacija is located between Bibinje and Sukošan, a few kilometres south of Zadar. The scale of the facility and the availability of technical services make it suitable both for visiting yachts and for year-round berthing.

The marina’s documentation indicates a capacity of more than 1,000 berths, a transit berth for superyachts measuring up to 70 metres and depths suitable for vessels with a draught of up to approximately seven metres. The boatyard includes dry berths, lifting areas and travel lifts with different capacities.

Restaurants, bars, shops, family areas, a beach and extensive parking are available ashore. The proximity of Zadar Airport makes the marina practical for guest arrivals, crew changes and use as a home port.

From Sukošan, yachts can reach Zadar, Dugi Otok, the Kornati archipelago and the many islands of northern Dalmatia.

Particularly suitable for long-term stays, charter operations, technical assistance, families and cruises towards Zadar and the Kornati archipelago.

Check before arrival berth allocation, draught, boatyard availability, travel-lift capacity and the services included in the rate.

Declared berths more than 1,000
Maximum length at the transit quay 70 m
Indicative maximum draught 7 m
VHF Channel 17
D-Marin Dalmacija

D-Marin Mandalina, a sheltered harbour near Šibenik
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Mandalina combines superyacht services, technical assistance and proximity to Šibenik’s historic centre.

D-Marin Mandalina is located in Šibenik, within a system of naturally sheltered channels and bays. It is a strategic base for reaching Kornati National Park, the Krka River and the islands of central Dalmatia.

The marina declares 452 berths for yachts from 10 to 70 metres and a maximum draught of 5.5 metres. It is also equipped for catamarans and includes a boatyard with dry storage for 30 vessels and a 50-tonne travel lift.

The presence of D-Resort Šibenik, together with restaurants, bars, shops and guest services, expands the possibilities for a longer stay. Šibenik can be reached by road or sea and offers a historic centre dominated by the Cathedral of Saint James.

Its sheltered location makes Mandalina suitable for both short stops and longer cruising programmes in central Dalmatia.

Particularly suitable for yachts and superyachts, catamarans, technical services, resort stays and itineraries towards Krka and the Kornati archipelago.

Check before arrival the maximum length accepted at the available berth, draught, boatyard work and transfer arrangements to central Šibenik.

Declared berths 452
Maximum length 70 m
Maximum draught 5.5 m
Travel lift 50 t
D-Marin Mandalina

ACI Marina Split, an urban base opposite the city of Diocletian
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The marina in Split overlooks the harbour and the historic skyline of the city.

ACI Marina Split is located in the western part of Split’s harbour, protected by the Sustipan Peninsula and a breakwater. Its position provides access to the city centre and Diocletian’s Palace, while also allowing itineraries towards Brač, Šolta, Hvar and Vis.

The marina indicates 318 wet berths and 15 dry berths. For daily stays, it may accommodate vessels measuring up to 90 metres, subject to confirmation, while a lower limit applies to annual contracts.

Services include technical assistance, a restaurant, laundry, Wi-Fi, a chandlery, parking and lifting facilities. A fuel station is located near the marina.

Its proximity to central Split makes the harbour suitable for combining cruising with a visit to the city, although demand can be particularly high during the summer months.

Particularly suitable for itineraries towards the Dalmatian islands, urban stays, guest embarkation, charter operations and visits to Split.

Check before arrival availability for large yachts, the location of the fuel station, manoeuvring space and entry conditions within the city harbour.

Declared wet berths 318
Dry berths 15
Maximum indicated length for daily stays 90 m
ACI Marina Split

ACI Marina Palmižana, a seasonal harbour in the Pakleni Islands
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Palmižana is surrounded by vegetation on the island of Sveti Klement, opposite Hvar.

ACI Marina Palmižana is located in the bay of the same name, on the north-eastern side of Sveti Klement, the largest of the Pakleni Islands. Compared with the urban marinas included in this guide, it offers an experience more closely connected with nature, bays and island cruising.

The marina is normally open from 1 April to 31 October and provides 180 berths. Information published for the current season indicates reduced capacity because of reconstruction work. Larger vessels may be accepted alongside only by prior arrangement and when conditions allow.

Restaurants, a grocery shop, toilets, laundry facilities and Wi-Fi are available ashore. The nearest fuel station is approximately 2.5 nautical miles away. Hvar lies just over two nautical miles from the marina and can be reached by sea transfer.

Palmižana is suitable for those wishing to spend several days swimming, walking and travelling by tender or water taxi, but particular attention must be paid to the seasonal opening period and weather conditions.

Particularly suitable for smaller vessels, island holidays, access to Hvar and stays surrounded by nature.

Check before arrival actual available capacity, reconstruction work, accepted vessel length, weather conditions and transport connections with Hvar.

Declared berths 180
Seasonal opening from 1 April to 31 October
Normally indicated maximum length 15 m
ACI Marina Palmižana

Marina Frapa Rogoznica, a marina resort in central Dalmatia
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Rogoznica occupies a sheltered bay between Split and Šibenik, in a favourable position for reaching numerous islands.

Marina Frapa Rogoznica extends around Soline Bay and has the character of a marina resort. In addition to berths, it includes restaurants, accommodation, technical services, sports facilities and leisure areas.

The marina also provides a dry-storage area with 150 spaces, boatyard services and a fuel station operating throughout the year. Mooring fields are also available nearby in Soline Bay and Sičenica Bay, with specific dimensional limits and different levels of access to the marina’s services.

Its position between Split and Šibenik makes Rogoznica a useful base for reaching Primošten, the Kornati archipelago, the Drvenik Islands and the central Dalmatian coast.

The marina can be chosen for a technical stop, a stay of several days or as an intermediate point along a longer route between Split and Šibenik.

Particularly suitable for marina holidays, families, technical services, longer stays and itineraries in central Dalmatia.

Check before arrival the number and dimensions of available berths, allocation within the marina or a mooring field, entry conditions and seasonal services.

VHF Channel 17 for the marina
VHF Channel 11 for assistance at the mooring fields
Telephone +385 22 559 900
Email frapa@marinafrapa.hr
Marina Frapa Rogoznica

ACI Marina Dubrovnik, a sheltered base near the historic city
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The marina is located along the Rijeka Dubrovačka, a few kilometres from Dubrovnik’s historic centre.

ACI Marina Dubrovnik is situated in Komolac, within the deep inlet of the Rijeka Dubrovačka. Its location provides shelter and allows guests to reach Dubrovnik’s old town by road transfer.

The marina declares 371 wet berths and 120 dry berths. The indicated maximum length is 45 metres for daily berthing and 40 metres for annual contracts. In the final section of the inlet, the marina reports depths generally ranging from three to five metres.

Facilities include a restaurant, swimming pool, chandlery, workshop, travel lift, laundry, parking, Wi-Fi and black-water collection services. The marina is open throughout the year.

Dubrovnik is a natural departure point for cruising towards the Elafiti Islands, Mljet, Korčula and Montenegro. Its distance from the historic centre helps avoid the traffic of the urban harbour while keeping the city within easy reach.

Particularly suitable for cruises in southern Dalmatia, visits to Dubrovnik, maintenance and itineraries towards Montenegro.

Check before arrival draught along the access channel, accepted vessel length, transfer arrangements to the city centre and formalities for subsequent international navigation.

Declared wet berths 371
Dry berths 120
Maximum length for daily berthing 45 m
Maximum length for annual berthing 40 m
VHF Channels 10 and 16
ACI Marina Dubrovnik

Ten marinas offering different ways to experience the eastern Adriatic

The marinas of Croatia and Montenegro respond to very different requirements. Porto Montenegro and Portonovi are particularly focused on large yachts and international services. Luštica Bay offers a more intimate waterfront connected with a contemporary village.

In Croatia, D-Marin Dalmacija and D-Marin Mandalina provide extensive capacity and technical services, while ACI Marina Split, ACI Marina Dubrovnik and ACI Marina Rovinj offer convenient access to important historic cities.

Palmižana represents the seasonal and nature-focused side of Croatian cruising. Marina Frapa Rogoznica, meanwhile, combines yachting services with a resort stay in a central position along the Dalmatian coast.

The choice depends on the route and the crew’s priorities. For large yachts, length, draught, shore power and technical services become decisive. For an itinerary built around several stops, shelter, proximity to the islands, provisioning and ease of access to historic centres may be more important.

A possible itinerary from Montenegro to Istria

A northbound itinerary can begin at Porto Montenegro, Portonovi or Luštica Bay, allowing several days to explore the Bay of Kotor. After completing the required formalities, the route can continue towards Dubrovnik and the Elafiti Islands.

From Dubrovnik, the yacht can cruise north through Mljet, Korčula and Hvar, stopping at Palmižana before reaching Split. The route can then continue towards Rogoznica, Šibenik and the Kornati archipelago, using Mandalina or D-Marin Dalmacija as a base.

To complete the journey northwards, the route must cross the stretch between Zadar, the Kvarner region and Istria, eventually arriving in Rovinj. An itinerary of this scale requires several weeks and should be adapted to weather conditions, the vessel’s capabilities and the time available for exploring each island.

Information to check before booking

Before requesting a berth, the marina should be provided with the vessel’s overall length, beam, draught, type and shore-power requirements. For yachts and superyachts, additional information may be required regarding passerelles, tenders, refuelling, waste management and berthing assistance.

It is also advisable to check customs procedures, VHF channels, documentation, any cruising taxes, border services and the conditions applying when travelling between Montenegro and Croatia.

Protected areas and national parks may apply entrance charges, mooring-field requirements, speed restrictions and anchoring prohibitions. All information should be checked through official sources before entering.

MED-Yachting Guide, harbours and destinations along the same route

The marinas of Croatia and Montenegro demonstrate how many different roles a harbour can play. It may be a superyacht home port, a technical base, a gateway to a historic city, a waterfront resort or a small departure point for nearby bays and islands.

This variety makes the eastern Adriatic particularly suitable for cruising in stages. Each marina becomes part of a wider route in which marine services, scenery, culture and life ashore all contribute to shaping the itinerary.

Sources and official websites

Porto Montenegro
Portonovi Marina
Luštica Bay Marina
ACI Marina Rovinj
D-Marin Dalmacija
D-Marin Mandalina
ACI Marina Split
ACI Marina Palmižana
Marina Frapa Rogoznica
ACI Marina Dubrovnik

Berth availability, rates, depths, dimensional limits, international formalities, opening times and seasonal services should always be checked directly with each marina before cruising.

25 July 2026
© MED Yachting Editorial Team
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