Zaton is a typical Dalmatian fishing village, located in the north-western part of Šibenik Bay, 10 kilometres from Šibenik, near the channel that connects the salty Prokljan Lake with Šibenik Bay. The bay is surrounded with small hills and Zaton is made of whitewashed stone houses, making the sailing panorama here both charming and beautiful. In the last century, tourism has brought new options for expansion and growth, meaning chartering yachts has been made readily available in Zaton.
Why choose Zaton?
The sea near Zaton is always calm, making it a good place for steady sailing. This could partially be because there are several fresh water sources that pour in the sea along the Zaton coast, coming mainly from the nearby Krka river delta. Because of this strange occurrence fertile fields are abundant and grapes, olives and figs grow prosperously. Olive cultivation and olive oil production makes up a strong portion of the local produce available for consumption and it should be pointed out that Zaton olive oil has a long tradition of excellence. The locals also have an economic connection with the nearby Kornati archipelago, an excellent choice for several chartering fieldtrips.
What to do and see on your yacht charter in Zaton?
The Zaton marina is located on the southwest side of the Bay of Zaton, towards Krka National Park. The marina incorporates the environment to provide protection from wind and turbulent sea, making it a safe place to harbour as well as an ideal place to charter a yacht and sail towards the local points of interest. Taking a dip near Zaton means you will experience the sea to be less salty then it is usually in the Adriatic. This is because Zaton is the place where the river Krka flows into the Adriatic, lowering the salinity of the sea. Besides the Krka National park, another popular place to sail to would be the Kornati National park, a truly remarkable place to witness, with untouched nature and pristine cleanliness of the sea. For all other purposes, from an exciting nightlife and popular entertainment to cultural manifestation and historic heritage, the Sibenik Riviera, consisting of Vodice, Primosten and Murter, will provide all the aforementioned necessities.
Sailing season - When to charter in Zaton?
The hottest months in Zaton are June, July and August. The warmest time of the year is generally in the middle of July, when air temperatures climb to 33 degrees Celsius at day and 22 degrees at night. The best period to visit Zaton is from April to October, while Spring and Autumn are the best solution for seekers of peace, quiet and lower prices. The peak of the summer season, being July and August, is an ideal time to visit for all lovers of hot summer days and cooling off in the sea. The winter sees the lowest prices, but almost all the facilities are closed and the wind is sometimes considerable. In general, the busiest month in Zaton is July, with August and May following. Prices for accommodations and facilities are the most expensive during this time. Between Spring and early Autumn, wind in Zaton is usually calm, with the windiest month being February, followed by December and March.