For groups of around 30 guests or more, Croatia small ship cruises usually make more sense than trying to stretch a traditional yacht charter. These vessels offer more cabins, larger dining areas, better group flow, and the space needed for weddings, corporate retreats, milestone birthdays, and multi-family trips.
We ranked these Croatia small ship cruises by guest capacity, cabin comfort, onboard facilities, crew setup, value, and how well each vessel works for a private full-ship charter. This list focuses on the yachts and mini cruise ships that can handle larger groups without losing the private charter feeling.
If your group is smaller, see our Top 10 Croatia Yacht Charters for 13-30 Guests.
How we ranked them:
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Guest experience & layout functionality
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Crew reputation (service, local knowledge, hospitality)
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Client feedback and booking popularity
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Features vs. value (price relative to what you get)
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5. LUPUS MARE
Lupus Mare is a 141-foot motor yacht built in 2011 and refitted in 2022. She accommodates 32 guests in 15 cabins and has a crew of 10.
Lupus Mare is a great value for money yacht, featuring a selection of luxury facilites usually only found on yachts double her price.
She’s got an on deck Jacuzzi, a beautiful classic sauna, a fully equipped indoor gym, and a large cinema room with seating for everyone.
Her water toy selection include a Jet Ski, kayaks, paddleboards, seabobs, floating mats and snorkeling gear, all easily launched from her aft swim platform.
Lupus Mare is a super popular charter yacht with excellent client reviews!
LUPUS MARE
7. VARIETY VOYAGER
VARIETY VOYAGER is a 223-foot steel motor yacht built in 2012 at the Greek Psarros Shipyard.
She is a clear winner and a rarity when it comes to guest capacity, accommodating 71 guests across 36 cabins.
Her crew of 32 provides white-glove service.
Her spa and fitness suite, located on the lower deck, offers massage, sauna, and some fitness equipment.
VARIETY VOYAGERS’s dedicated spa therapist provides hair, face, and nail treatments.
This is a perfect yacht for large celebrations, which will take center stage on the main deck, which features both a bar with a bartender and a residence DJ!
Variety Voyager
8. SALUZI
And now to number 1 on the list: This is both a significant jump in price and in luxury!
Saluzi, a 226-foot motor yacht built by Austal in 2003. She accommodates 32 guests in 16 cabins and has a large crew of 34.
Note, Saluzi charters in Greece, Turkey, Croatia, France, Sardinia and Corsica.
I love Saluzi’s bright, modern interior and exterior design. She truly feels like a floating palace. Her sun deck is especially sleek, with beautiful sun loungers, 2 hot tubs under umbrellas, and a central bar.
She also features excellent spa facilities, a gym, a movie theater, and a Jet Ski, among other water toys.
SALUZI
13. KARIZMA
Karizma is a 158-foot custom-built motor yacht (2016). She underwent a refit in 2023 and is in brand-new condition.
She accommodates 36 guests in 19 cabins, some of which are convertible. Two triple cabins are excellent for families with small kids.
Highlights onboard Karizma is her great deck space (across 4 decks) with a Jacuzzi and more than enough sunbeds for everyone.
For those seeking adventure, Karizma is equipped with 2 Jetskis, water skis, seabobs, paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkeling gear.
A floating platform/dock extends her swim deck, making accessing the water and launching water toys super easy!
Karizma
16. RUNNING ON WAVES
And now to something a little different: Running on Waves is a 210-foot tall ship (sailing yacht) launched by Gdansk & Jaroslaw Filipiak shipyard in 2011.
Perfect for event charters, Running on Waves offers spacious accommodation for up to 45 guests across 18 cabins. With a large crew of 19, your every need will be catered to. Note that Running on Waves’ main cruising areas are Croatia, Greece, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.
Running on Waves is a spectacular vessel. She has three masts and looks incredible under full sail. She is perfectly designed for a large gathering to have a great time, with Spa facilities, a Movie Theater, a fully equipped gym, a conference room, and a hot tub on the deck.
Running on Waves offers a great value charter deal considering the bill can be split in 45!!
RUNNING ON WAVES
18. HARMONY V
HARMONY V is a 180-foot steel motor yacht built in 2009 at the Greek Shipyard Piraeus in Athens. She underwent a major refit in 2017.
HARMONY V is one of the few charter yachts of her size in Greece that can accommodate as many as 49 guests in 25 cabins: 6 doubles and 40 singles. She is the yacht with the largest guest capacity on this list!
The whole yacht layout is designed to accommodate a large crowd. Her social areas include a spacious lounge with classy seating, an American bar, and the joining dining room, which features large windows providing beautiful views of the Greek Islands.
There is also an external dining area located on the Sun Deck, where meals are served al fresco. The Sun Deck is ideal for basking under the sun, reading a good book, or gazing at the scenery.
Harmony V
19. LE PONANT
And now to something a little different: LE PONANT is a 276-foot, 3-masted sailing yacht built in 1990. She underwent a complete rebuild in 2022, so the interior and exterior decks are all new. She accommodates 32 guests in 16 cabins and has a large crew of 34.
The experience of sailing on LE PONANT is wonderful; with minimal running rigging, the crew is able to leave the expansive deck areas free for guests to relax while silently cruising under sail. (The captain and crew make the most of every opportunity to sail rather than motor.)
The cuisine on board is outstanding and a big part of the experience. The Executive Chef is French, and there is a team of 5 in the galley.
The yacht’s crew also includes a Beautician, a Sports Coach, an Expedition Leader, and a Naturalist, enhancing guest adventures with expert guidance for both adults and children.
For explorations off the beaten path, LE PONANT is equipped with four expedition-style Zodiac tenders, ideal for discovering remote coastlines.
I included LE PONANT because she presents a unique opportunity to experience something more: expedition-style cruising. And since the sailing conditions are so great in the Mediterranean, why not be on a sailing yacht charter and experience moving by the power of the elements?
LE PONANT is not just limited to Croatia but has itineraries that span the globe, including upcoming trips in the Kimberleys in northern Australia, Indonesia, and Papua. If your travel plans don’t align with her being in Greece, consider joining her to explore other extraordinary parts of the world.
LE PONANT
20. RIVA
Riva is a 158-foot custom-built motor yacht (2018) with a cruising speed of 9 knots. She accommodates 36 guests in 18 cabins: 3 Masters, 11 VIPs, 3 Twins, and 2 Pullman Cabins – a great and flexible cabin layout for families!! She has a crew of 11.
Highlights of Riva are her stunning sundeck with an open-air Jacuzzi and sunbeds for everyone.
Her design is super nice, focusing on a natural feel with lots of wood, bright fabrics, and plants. She truly feels like a floating summer holiday resort!
Riva also comes with a Jet Ski.
Riva is a really great option for a large group wishing to share an affordable charter vacation in Croatia – split the bill, and you are looking at only €1,666 per person for a 1-week of luxury accommodation AND island hopping in places where luxury hotels ashore are super expensive!
RIVA
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