Onboard SOLOMAR in Split.
Good yacht for foodies for sure! Chef Iris is a master at seafood. The team tested the octopus served on crisp rice paper and tuna sashimi drizzled with wasabi oil and chili mayo - the consensus is “mmmmm”.
The “grandma’s table” theme is very sweet with a wine-making kit and herbal-infused Rakia. This is authentic Croatia delivered in a high-end manner.
The flybridge is nice with both a big seating area and sunbeds.
Solomar Yacht Description
New-build Samana 59. SOLOMAR is a 2025 Fountaine Pajot Samana 59 sailing catamaran, set up to sleep 8 guests in 4 en-suite cabins. If you want modern lines and that brand-new-boat feeling, this is the clean way to get it.
Deck life, sorted. The wide-beam catamaran layout gives you multiple outdoor “zones” without anyone feeling exiled. Flybridge for sunpads under the hard top, aft cockpit for lazy lunches, and a foredeck lounge (plus two trampolines) for doing absolutely nothing. Perfect.
Easy water access. A central hydraulic swim platform turns the stern into a proper beach terrace for swim stops and quick resets between activities. In and out. Repeat.
Toys for all ages. SOLOMAR carries an 8-person tender with a 60hp outboard, plus stand-up paddleboards, a wakeboard, adult water skis, snorkeling gear, and a Seabob to keep the “just one more run” crowd busy.
Comfort stays non-negotiable. All four guest suites are queen-bed cabins with private en-suite bathrooms, backed up by air conditioning and Wi-Fi when you need to rejoin the real world for five minutes.
What is the cabin arrangement of Solomar?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Cabin | Queen size bed | Private en-suite bathroom (separate shower & head; dressing area) | Full |
| Guest Cabin 1 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
| Guest Cabin 2 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
| Guest Cabin 3 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
Solomar
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Weekly price: €24,900 - €35,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 61'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 3
- Builder: Fountaine Pajot
- Cruising Speed: 8 knots
- Built Year: 2025
- Turnaround: 24hr
Price Terms
Plus Expenses - add APA to the price you see
Plus Expenses arrangement includes the boat and crew only (without tip).
All additional/variable expenses such as Gas and Food are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) - an additional deposit that is added on top of the charter price.
The expenses, such as provisioning, fuel, marina fees, are deducted from the APA. The APA is based on the price of the yacht and ranges from 15% (crewed sailing yachts) to 30% (motor yachts with higher fuel consumption).
For a sailing catamaran like Solomar, the expected APA is 20% to 35% of the charter price (€4,980 - €8,715), making the charter cost €29,880 to €33,615. Exact amount will be confirmed after inquiry.
You can actively control these expenses in your preference sheet (local vs. imported beverages) and by choice of itinerary (distances traveled).
The remainder of the APA is returned after charter.
Solomar Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Taxes: 13%%, exceptions available | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 49,800EUR to 70,000EUR | 9,960EUR to 21,000EUR | 59,760EUR to 91,000EUR | Discounts outside the main season are common. | ||
| 7 day charter | 24,900EUR to 35,000EUR | 4,980EUR to 10,500EUR | 29,880EUR to 45,500EUR | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | ||
| 3 day charter | 12,450EUR to 17,500EUR | 2,490EUR to 5,250EUR | 14,940EUR to 22,750EUR | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 24,900EUR / 6 * 3 days = 12,450EUR |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: EUR24,900
High season rate: EUR35,000
Weekly Charter Rates, season 2026:
High season (July and August): €35,000 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
Mid Season (June and September): €34,000 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
Low Season (May and October): € 24,900 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) - an estimated amount for covering the costs such as: food and beverages, ports fees, diesel etc. Captain will keep a record of all expenses on board and will return the balance to the clients at the end of the charter. If more funds are needed during the charter period, the Captain will alert the guests in time.
Optional extras:
- One way fee for Split to Dubrovnik and €1,000.
- Transfers to and from the yacht
- National Park Fees
- Guided tours around the islands
Crew Gratuity – Although discretionary, a crew gratuity of 10%-15% of the charter fee is customary.
Payment conditions:
50% on signing the charter contract
remaining 50% + VAT + APA, at least 5 weeks before the beginning of the charter
Solomar is based in the Baotic Marina, nr Trogir.
Embarkation from 12pm.
Disembarkation by 12pm.
24 hour turnaround between charters.
Weekly Charter Rates, season 2026:
High season (July and August): €35,000 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
Mid Season (June and September): €34,000 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
Low Season (May and October): € 24,900 + VAT 13% + APA 30%
APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) - an estimated amount for covering the costs such as: food and beverages, ports fees, diesel etc. Captain will keep a record of all expenses on board and will return the balance to the clients at the end of the charter. If more funds are needed during the charter period, the Captain will alert the guests in time.
Optional extras:
- One way fee for Split to Dubrovnik and €1,000.
- Transfers to and from the yacht
- National Park Fees
- Guided tours around the islands
Crew Gratuity – Although discretionary, a crew gratuity of 10%-15% of the charter fee is customary.
Payment conditions:
50% on signing the charter contract
remaining 50% + VAT + APA, at least 5 weeks before the beginning of the charter
Solomar is based in the Baotic Marina, nr Trogir.
Embarkation from 12pm.
Disembarkation by 12pm.
24 hour turnaround between charters.
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Seabob | Seabob for powered underwater cruising. |
| Sea scooters | Sea scooters for powered underwater cruising. |
| Underwater scooters | Underwater scooters for powered underwater cruising. |
| Towable sofa | Towable sofa for 2. |
| Jobe Stimuli multi board | Jobe Stimuli multi board. |
| Paddleboards | 2 paddle boards. |
| Wakeboard | 1 wakeboard. |
| Water skis | Water skis for adults and kids. |
| Snorkel gear | Snorkel gear. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing gear. |
Crew
Captain
Hostess
Captain: Marko Zidic
Started sailing at age 10 and built his career doing daily trips in the Peljesac channel, helping keep docking and maneuvering smooth. Uses deep local knowledge to plan anchorages and routes around the Adriatic, including Korcula and secluded bays.
- Croatian nationality
- Fluent in English and Croatian
- University of Kinesiology in Split - major in Sailing
- Competed in national and international regattas
Brings Mediterranean and authentic Dalmatian cooking onboard, using seasonal ingredients for clear, local flavors. Her background around the Croatian coast helps keep meals and the day paced well while cruising.
- Croatian nationality
- Born and raised on the island of Brac
- Cuisine focus: Mediterranean and authentic Dalmatian delicacies
Menu
Reviews
We loved the boat, the food, the drinks, the trips and especially Marko, Iris and Ema! We would love to live her all year long! Julie
Thank you to Emma, Iris and Marko for such an unforgettable trip! The best food, drinks, places visited and company. Hope to come back soon. Many many thanks Caroline.
Thank you so much for an unforgettable trip Ema, Marko and Iris. Thank you for the most incredible service and the kindness! Thanks Marko for the sailing and wake, Iris the most talented chef and Ema for the best fun drinks (including Matcha!) Hope to come back, Maria.
Our family has a truly fantastic experience aboard Solomar. The boat was impeccably designed and very comfortable. Marko, Iris and Ema made our trip special in every way, from taking out kids tubing, cliff jumping, preparing healthy and delicious meals, and providing wonderful service. The trip would not have been the same without them. We hope to return aboard Solomar and explore more of beautiful Croatia.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This will be a week to remember. Thank you for the endless activities like snorkelling, paddle boarding and knot timing. Thank you for keeping us all so well fed with delicious sea food and veggies as well as smoothies and desserts. You are the best crew we could have asked for! Emma
I had a great time on board Solomar! I joined the trip with only one full day left, but despite that I was able to enjoy tons of fun activities like snorkelling, tubing and paddle boarding. I found the food to be delicious and particularly enjoyed the octopus. Now heading off the boat, I am excited to see what else Croatia hold. Joseph
I had a very fun time on this trip. Not only was the food great but the service was so good, I felt like everything I asked for was on board. I really appreciated all the fish and meals we were fed. It really let us immerse ourselves into Croatian culture. The sailing was so awesome. Marco took us almost everyday to go tubing and someone fell off every time! This trip was everything I could have asked for and more. Ezra.
Thank you so much Solomar for all the fun that came with this trip. This boat was packed with good food and dun activities which I enjoyed a lot! I loved tubing with Marco and swimming in numerous caves. I found the cliff jump really fun as well. Thank you Solomar!! Elliot (son)
Thank you Solomar crew for always being there to help with something. Thank you Marko for bringing us places and taking us tubing. Thank you Ema for being around the boat and making us delicious smoothies. Thank you Iris for making us meals and being nice. Henri (young son).
Dear Crew, Thank you for letting us stay on the wonderful boat in Croatia! We all enjoyed it! Thank you for always getting us what we needed. I'm so happy we get to be one of the first on the boat! from Eloise (young daughter)
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