Šibenik

• Taking off Skradin and sailing through the canyon of river Krka and its mouth to the open sea
• Sailing WSW between islands Prvić and Zlarin and passing N end of island Zmajan
• Heading WNW towards island Kaprije, passing its NW end and heading SE
• Mooring or anchoring at Kaprije port

Swim break could be taken at the coves of island Zmajan or Kakan on your way to Kaprije. This small island with well indented coast is appreciated by those who like tranquility and peace. The island allegedly got its name after capers that use to be picked in its plains. Berth in the port is equipped with moorings, electric power and fresh water while there is a supermarket and few bars and restaurants in the village.

• Taking off Kaprije and sailing NW between islands Kaprije and Kakan
• Sailing W to the SE end of Kornati archipelago
• Swim break in one of the coves of south-eastern islets of Kornati archipelago

The leg of day 3 is rather short but offers a lot to see while sailing the labyrinth of islets at SE part of Kornati archipelago. Kornati National Park consists of some 100 islets and rocks lying across S slopes of island Kornat, making this area one of the most visited and adored sailing areas at the Adriatic. ACI marina Piškera is situated in between islets Panitula and Piškera, in the middle of Kornati National Park, facing open sea at the W. Fresh water and electric power are provided between 6 and 10 AM and 6 and 12 PM. Some supplies are available at the supermarket, but do not expect too much.

• Taking off Piškera and sailing NW among islets of Kornati
• Swim break and suggested stop in the bay Mir at Telašćica Natural Park
• Sailing through Mala Proversa strait
• Heading NW alongside the N shores of island Dugi otok
• Mooring at the port of Sali

Sailing the islets of Kornati National Park and enjoying the beauties of Telašćica Natural Park always brings special feeling of being in the very heart of the untouched nature. Spectacular scenery spreads all over the eyesight while turquoise crystal clear waters call for swimming and snorkeling. Sali refers to the administrative center of Dugi otok island and has become adored yachtsmen melting spot. All sailors traditionally gather at Maritimo cocktail bar while those who want to experience some of the village life would definitely be amazed by the mood of local library which provides much more than just books. The series of parties and festivities take part during the summer within “Saljske užance”, tourist and cultural festival which promotes traditional values of the island.

• Taking off Sali and sailing ESE passing island Žut and its islets
• Passing SE end of island Pašman and islet Gangaro
• Heading E towards Murter town
• Attention to the shallow waters at the approach to the town Murter
• Mooring at Marina Hramina in Murter

Swim break could be taken in one of the coves of Žut island or at the SE end of island Pašman. Approach to the town Murter and Marina Hramina requires extra care and the route around N sides of islets Žinjak and Tegina. Marina Hramina is well organized and provides electric power, fresh water and public facilities while pretty alive evening and night life could be experienced in the town Murter as well as the exquisite sea food offer.

• Taking off Murter and sailing NE and passing islet Tetovišnjak
• Sailing alongside N shores of island Žirje
• Passing the SE cape of the island and heading WNW
• Anchoring at Vela Stupica bay

Žirje refers to another pearl of Šibenik archipelago. It is rarely inhabited but its beautiful nature amazes numerous tourists and yachtsmen who like to enjoy tranquility and peace. Swim break could be taken in one of many virgin coves alongside the shore of the island while Stupica Vela provides good shelter from all winds except south easterly ones.