Croatia
An off-peak sailing alternative, learning and building your confidence when sailing in Croatia.
Every day together, sailing and learning from each other, along with your lead skipper and experienced crew
2026 Flotilla Dates
9-16 May Booking Open 1 Place Left!
3-10 October Booking Open
25 October - 1 November Greece: Leftkas 3 Places Left
Sharpen Up Your Skills Confidence Experience Knowledge Leadership Self
45D MILE BUIDLERS
Cast off the lines and lets go somewhere!
The 45D Sharpen Up Flotilla adventure is your opportunity to embark on a journey of growth and discovery. An unforgettable, educational, and fun-filled experience.
More than just a holiday; it’s a unique learning experience.
Sail through the stunning waters of the Adriatic, build your sailing skills,
and gain confidence with expert guidance and a supportive community.
Our focus is all about learning and growing in confidence.
It’s all about learning in numbers, every day together.
Daily access to sailing instructors not just skipper and crew
Some of the things you will be learning and practicing:
- Stern to docking with lazy lines
- Anchoring
- Rafting up at anchor
- Passage planning and logistics
- Organisation and itinerary planning
- Provisioning assistance and galley setup
- Yacht check in training
- Accessing marina and berth facilities
- Daily eco-friendly considerations
- Refuelling approach
- Holding tank etiquette
- Night Sailing (when possible, not guaranteed)
We are eager to help you learn about all things new, all things Croatia. Weather, tides, winds and all things different when sailing here in Croatia
LOOKING TO JOIN US?
2026 Opportunities
Exclusive Lead Yacht Charter
Admirals Passage
An option available exclusively to those already on their yacht buying journey.
Limited to only three people (one double, one single berth)
BY APPLICATION ONLY
MUST HAVE / BE:
- Skippers Licence
- VHF Licence
- Serious Yacht Buyer
Premium Bareboat
Charter
Mariners Way
Limited to only four premium charter yachts per flotilla.
An amazing opportunity for those looking to up-skill their chartering on the Adriatic.
FIRST IN FIRST SERVED
MUST HAVE:
- Skippers Licence
- VHF Licence
- Up to 5 crew only (including skipper)
Booking's have started. Apply for your 2026 'Sharpen up' Flotilla now!
Croatia Routes
Sharpen up #8
9-16 May 2026
Trogir – Trogir
Admirals Passage OPEN (ON HOLD)
Mariners Way (FULLY BOOKED)
Janina – Hanse 460 – BOOKED
Felice – Hanse 460 – BOOKED
Fufu – Hanse 388 – BOOKED
Calypso – Hanse 388 – BOOKED
Sharpen up #9
3-10 October 2026
Trogir – Trogir
Admirals Passage OPEN
Mariners Way (4 places available)
Janina – Hanse 460 – Available
Felice – Hanse 460 – Available
Fufu – Hanse 388 – Available
Calypso – Hanse 388 – Available
Bright Future – Hanse 508 – Available
Luisa – Dufour 470 – Available
Greece Routes
Sharpen up #10
25 October – 1 November 2026
Nydri – Nydri, Lefkada, Greece
Admirals Passage OPEN
Mariners Way (5 places available)
Athos – Bavaria C45 Style – BOOKED
Asteri – Bavaria 46 Style – BOOKED
Kalliopi – Jeanneau SO 440 – Available
Amity -Jeanneau SO 410 – Available
Andromeda – Bavaria 37 – Available
MILE BUILDERS
14-20 October 2026
Trogir, Croatia – Lefkada, Greece
FULLY BOOKED
4-9 November 2026
Lefkada, Greece – Trogir, Croatia
3 Places Available
Yacht: Hanse 548 Mila Felice
Skipper: Nick Hathaway
€2,432.50 per person
By application only
WATCH THE REVIEWS
Adrmirals Passage and Mariners Way
ITINERARY
Remember nothing is fixed! We roll with the weather
See our Sharpen up #6 route from May 2025
MEET NICK HATHAWAY
Leading Your Sharpen Up Flotilla
The key to a great flotilla experience is the lead skipper. Your lead skipper is Nick, a seasoned sailing instructor, with over 16 years of sailing experience in regions as diverse as the Pacific Ocean, Caribbean and China’s Yellow Sea, navigating the many moods of the sea.
His journey on the sea has been a tapestry of adventure, having learned to sail in the famously blustering waters of Wellington, New Zealand, teaching, instructing and racing on the Sydney harbour, crossing unfamiliar waters through the English channel and Bay of Biscay on catamaran deliveries and experiencing the calm in secluded coves of the Caribbean and Mediterranean.
In Nick’s eyes, sailing is more than a hobby; it’s a way of life. It’s about finding solace in the rhythm of the waves. It’s about pushing the boundaries of what he knows and embracing the unknown with open arms.
Nick is no stranger to the complexities of yacht ownership, having bought his first boat at the age of 17, assisting others to fulfil their yacht ownership dreams, with his long-term goal of owning his own yacht, steering through the Mediterranean.
Nick’s journey is a testament to the unquenchable thirst for adventure, the pursuit of knowledge, and the love for the sea. His story is a tale of a sailor who understands that the true essence of sailing lies not only in the destinations but in the experiences, friendships, and personal growth forged on the open water.
MARINERS WAY (Croatia) YACHTs
Choose Your Ride
Great flotillas start with great yachts. We hand-select late-model, well-maintained boats with the right spec—reliable systems, smart layouts, thrusters and big, safe cockpits—so the learning is smooth and the fun stays front and centre. Quality gear means fewer surprises, easier docking and anchoring, better sleep, and more time on the helm building real confidence with your crew. Whether you want a nimble 38-footer to sharpen boat-handling or a larger performance cruiser for comfort plus, we’ll help match you to the yacht that suits your skills, goals and crew make-up. Below is your line-up—choose your ride, and come Sharpen Up with us.
HANSE 388
Calypso
Hanse 388 Calypso (2022) offers a lot for a 38 foot yacht. With a large rig and sail area coupled with the long waterline, the cruising performance sets the 388 apart from the crowd. A spacious cockpit ensures that there is plenty of room for relaxing when at anchor or even when under sail. Large port lights in the hull and large deck hatches mean the interior is bathed in light which compliments the space. A great sailing yacht Calypso has 3 cabins and 1 head, and very easy to handle.
- 3 Double Cabins
- Full Batten Mainsail
- Bow Thruster
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Inverter
- 5 persons max
- 1 Head
- Electric Fans in Cabins
HANSE 388
Fufu
Hanse 388 Fufu (2023) offers a lot for a 38 foot yacht. With a large rig and sail area coupled with the long waterline, the cruising performance sets the 388 apart from the crowd. A spacious cockpit ensures that there is plenty of room for relaxing when at anchor or even when under sail. Large port lights in the hull and large deck hatches mean the interior is bathed in light which compliments the space. A great sailing yacht Fufu has 3 cabins and 1 head, and very easy to handle.
- 3 Double Cabins
- Full Batten Mainsail
- Bow Thruster
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- 5 persons max
- 2 Heads
- Electric Fans in Cabins
HANSE 460
Janina
Janina is a 2022 Hanse 460, offers 8+2 berths and 4 heads, including air condition, a generator, electric toilets and a BBQ in the cockpit! Bow thruster and stern thruster makes it really easy to sail. This Hanse 460 is an easy yacht for single or double handed sailing. Electric winches and 2 lowering tables in the cockpit to make large loungers in the shade. Cushions under the boom for maximum sun lounging! She is a very comfortable and fun yacht to sail.
- 4 Double Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow & Stern Thrusters
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 4 Heads
- Underboom Cushions
- BBQ/Grill
HANSE 460
Felice
Felice is a 2024 Hanse 460, offers 6+2 berths and 3 heads, including air condition, a generator, electric toilets and a BBQ in the cockpit! Bow thruster and stern thruster makes it really easy to sail. This Hanse 460 is an easy yacht for single or double handed sailing. Electric winches with winch control on each pedestal. Lowering table in the cockpit and cushions everywhere she is a very comfortable and fun yacht to sail.
- 3 Double Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow & Stern Thrusters
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads
- Underboom Cushions
- BBQ/Grill
BAVARIA 51
Marie
Marie has 4 cabins with 3 + 1 toilets and shower(s). MARIE is equipped with furling/roll mainsail, furling genoa, GPS chart plotter, Bimini top, Autopilot and Sprayhood. What makes Marie special? A/C, Generator, Bow Thruster, Heating and Inverter. MARIE will take your breath away with her luxurious interior design – the best materials, comfortable upholstery, classically elegant ambience and plenty of light.
- 4 Double + Bunk Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow & Stern Thrusters
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads + seperate shower
- BBQ/Grill
BAVARIA 51
Marie
Marie has 4 cabins with 3 + 1 toilets and shower(s). MARIE is equipped with furling/roll mainsail, furling genoa, GPS chart plotter, Bimini top, Autopilot and Sprayhood. What makes Marie special? A/C, Generator, Bow Thruster, Heating and Inverter. MARIE will take your breath away with her luxurious interior design – the best materials, comfortable upholstery, classically elegant ambience and plenty of light.
- 4 Double + Bunk Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow & Stern Thrusters
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads + seperate shower
- BBQ/Grill
HANSE 508
Evelyn
Evelyn, built in 2022, offers 8+2 berths and 2+1 heads, including air condition, a generator, electric toilets and a BBQ in the cockpit! Bow thruster and stern thruster makes it really easy to sail. This Hanse 508 is a great size to progress to larger yachts, with its sleek design and one of the most thrilling performance levels of its class. Evelyn lives up to the highest standards of flexibility, comfort and style.
- 4 Double Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow & Stern Thrusters
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads
- Underboom Cushions
- BBQ/Grill
HANSE 508
Bright Future
This yacht has been said many times by Māhina and Nick to be their favourite model of Hanse to sail. She is fast and sturdy and a joy to sail. The 508 features 3 spacious cabins, including a lavish owner’s suite, and an additional crew cabin. This layout ensures maximum comfort and privacy for all guests.
- 3 Double Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow Thruster
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads
- BBQ/Grill
Hanse 508
Bright Future
This yacht has been said many times by Māhina and Nick to be their favourite model of Hanse to sail. She is fast and sturdy and a joy to sail. The 508 features 3 spacious cabins, including a lavish owner’s suite, and an additional crew cabin. This layout ensures maximum comfort and privacy for all guests.
- 3 Double Cabins
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail
- Bow Thruster
- Autopilot
- Chart Plotter in Cockpit
- Generator
- Air Conditioning
- 5 persons max
- 3 Heads
- BBQ/Grill
Sharpen Up with the new
45D Skippers
Manual
As part of your entry into the Sharpen Up Flotilla you will receive a hard copy of the new ’45D Skippers Handbook’