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Marina guide
ACI Marina Split — at a glance
163 boats are available to book from ACI Marina Split — 67% of the boats in Split (245 in all). The fleet is 102 sailing boats, 21 motor yachts, 20 motor boats, 12 catamarans, 7 gulets and 1 motorsailer. The most common models are Oceanis 46.1 (9), Elan Impression 45 (8), ClubSwan 36 (6), Bavaria Cruiser 46 (6), Sun Odyssey 440 (5) — 79 models in all. Built 1952–2027, 8–54.1 m long, 1–19 cabins, up to 38 guests. Day rates start from €98; the typical boat here is around €313 per day, and every price on this page is the boat’s own listed rate before extras.
ACI Marina Split is the largest charter base in Split and the home port of most of the city’s weekly fleets. It sits on the west side of the harbour, a fifteen-minute walk along the Riva from Diocletian’s Palace, with the fuel dock at the harbour entrance and the islands in view from the breakwater.
The marina
WhereUvala Baluni bb, 21000 Split — the west side of Split harbour, a 15-minute walk along the Riva from the old town.
Berths & boatsYear-round marina with sea and dry berths for boats up to about 20 m; the largest ACI base in Dalmatia.
ServicesWater and electricity on every berth, fuel dock at the harbour entrance, toilets and showers, laundry, repair yard and travel lift, chandlery, Wi-Fi, restaurant, ATM. Reception is staffed around the clock in season.
Check-inCharters run Saturday to Saturday; boats are handed over from 17:00 and returned by 9:00. Sleeping aboard on Friday can be booked as an extra on most boats.
ProvisioningSupermarkets and the green market within 10 minutes on foot; larger stores deliver to the pontoon. Ice, water and gas at the marina shop.
ParkingPaid parking inside the marina for the week — limited, reserved through your charter company; public garages in the city.
Other bases in Split
- Port of Split / West Harbour 44 boats
- Port of Split / East Harbour 25 boats
- Marina Zenta 8 boats
- MCI Marine Club International 3 boats
- Marina Špinut 1 boat
- Split 1 boat
Getting there
By air. The nearest airport is Split Airport (SPU), about 10 km from the base as the crow flies; Brač Airport (BWK) is about 30 km. Transfer times by road are longer; most charter companies arrange a transfer to the base on request, and a taxi from the airport is the usual alternative.
Getting to the area, what to see ashore and a week's itinerary from here are on the Split page.
Types of boats at this marina
- Sailing boats 102 boats · from €98 per day
- Motor yachts 21 boats · from €942 per day
- Motor boats 20 boats · from €300 per day
- Catamarans 12 boats · from €380 per day
- Gulets 7 boats
- Motorsailers 1 boat
Ports near Split
Kaštel Gomilica (146 boats · 5 km) · Stobreč (4 boats · 7 km) · Podstrana (12 boats · 8 km) · Trogir (178 boats · 15 km) · Sumpetar (4 boats · 16 km) · Seget Donji (97 boats · 17 km) · Šolta (10 boats · 17 km) · Milna (4 boats · 20 km) · All boats in Croatia
Frequently asked questions
How much does a yacht charter from ACI Marina Split cost?
Day rates on the boats listed here start from €98 and the typical boat is around €313 per day; a week (7 nights) starts from €689. Prices are the boats’ own listed rates; fuel, marina fees on the route and local taxes are paid separately.
What kinds of boats can I charter from ACI Marina Split?
163 boats are available to book from ACI Marina Split: 102 sailing boats, 21 motor yachts, 20 motor boats, 12 catamarans, 7 gulets and 1 motorsailer. The most common models are Oceanis 46.1, Elan Impression 45, ClubSwan 36, Bavaria Cruiser 46.
How many boats are based at ACI Marina Split?
163 of the 245 charter boats in Split are based at ACI Marina Split. The other bases in Split are Port of Split / West Harbour (44), Port of Split / East Harbour (25), Marina Zenta (8), MCI Marine Club International (3).
Can I take a boat out for just one day?
Yes — 16 boats here accept a single-day booking, and 19 take two days. A day rate is quoted for the specific boat and date, so pick your day on the boat’s own page and the price comes back live.
What is not in the price?
The figure is for the boat. Transit log, tourist tax and the APA are mandatory, set per boat, and paid at the base. Skipper, hostess, extra equipment and other services are optional and also settled at the base.
Why do some boats show no price?
51 of the 163 boats from ACI Marina Split are on request — usually larger or crewed yachts, where the rate depends on the week and the crew. They are left out of every figure above.
How far is the airport from ACI Marina Split?
The nearest airport is Split Airport (SPU), about 10 km away as the crow flies; Brač Airport (BWK) is about 30 km. Transfer times by road are longer; most charter companies arrange a transfer to the base on request.
Do I need a licence to charter bareboat in Croatia?
Yes. Croatia requires a skipper’s licence recognised by the Croatian authorities plus a VHF radio certificate; both are checked at the base before departure. Without them, a skipper is booked as an extra on the boat page and joins you at the marina.
What day do charters start?
Weekly charters run Saturday to Saturday. Boats are handed over from 17:00 on Saturday and returned by 9:00 the following Saturday; day charters start in the morning from the same pontoons.
Where can I sail in a week from Split?
Brač, Šolta, Hvar, Vis and the Pakleni islands are all within two to four hours; a typical week is Milna, Palmižana, Vis, Stari Grad, Bol and Maslinica, returning on Friday.
Can I stay on the boat the night before departure?
On most boats an early check-in with Friday night aboard can be added as an extra when booking; ask on the boat page.
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