Our passion for the sea and sailing sparked a new adventure—one that took us beyond traditional careers and into the world of yacht chartering.
With different skills and experiences, we built a business anchored in teamwork, trust, and a shared love for the open water.
Fair Wind isn’t just a company; it’s a reflection of our journey, shaped by dedication, adventure, and the joy of bringing unforgettable sailing experiences to others.
Ivana & Paško
Owners
Our goal is to create unforgettable sailing experiences in Croatia, filled with adventure, comfort, and a personal touch. From the first inquiry to the last farewell, we’re here to make every moment special. With professionalism, flexibility, and a dedication to always improving, we ensure that every journey with us is truly exceptional.
We haven't inherited this earth from our ancestors; we’ve borrowed it from our children.
We own yachts we charter and thus we can offer the most competitive prices in the market.
We pride ourselves with glowing reviews on TripAdvisor, Google, and Facebook from real guests
As locals we can offer expert advice on the best routes, anchorages, and must-see spots.
The newest models of well-equipped, perfectly maintained and spotlessly clean sailboats and catamarans.
Booking process is transparent with no hidden fees. You’ll know exactly what to expect.
Always available to offer guidance, answer questions, and assist with any aspect of your trip.
CHARTER SMARTER
We invite you to read our real client reviews on Google and TripAdvisor to see what they have to say about their time sailing with Fair Wind.
Mircea RTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I came back for my second sailing holiday in Croatia with this charter company and once again they exceeded my expectations. From the booking process to check-in and check-out, everything was smooth, professional and well organized. The boat "Summer Breeze" was in excellent condition, clean, fully equipped and very well maintained. I will definitely be back for a third trip! Jackson GreentreeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolute dream week sailing with our skipper Misha! From start to finish the experience was faultless with Ivana and her team. Could not recommend more highly! Thank you Fair Wind team, Ivana and Misha for an unforgettable experience! Lorenz EberTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We chartered the Bavaria 38C 'Wind Dancer' with Fair Wind for an entire month out of Split Croatia. Our experience was the absolute best that we could have imagined. Ivana and Pasco's outfit is much smaller than some of the big players like Sun sail, but you get totally personalized service on beautiful almost new boats. Every question we had before the journey was answered promptly and competently and we were given all the help that we could possibly have imagined during the cruise. We had brought along bicycles that we wanted to use after the charter and Ivana stowed them for us for a month. They also threw in a number of extras that were not originally included at no cost. When we ran into trouble with our outboard motor, Pasco managed to send us a new one via the catamaran ferry to the island Brac. This was service that was beyond the call of duty. Fairwinds is extremely experienced and all the interactions we had with them were completely above board and professional. The equipment was immaculate and the boat was equipped with anything that and experienced sailor could possibly want. We cannot recommend Fair Wind too highly. If there were six stars we would give them. Lorenz and Paula Tanja JanjićTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing experience with Fair Wind! Ivana answered all my questions before we booked and kept us up to date after the booking. The boat was in excelent condition and our skipper Pave was kind, helpful, skilled, and knowledgable. The islands were so beautiful, and the whole experience just perfect! Thank you Ivana and Pave! Eryn PopeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just incredibly valuable and beautiful. It has been a couple of weeks since our sail, and I am still reliving moments of this experience every day. We were so lucky to discover this culture and interact with families of wine growers, talented cooks, former athletes-turned tour/adventure guide (this was two of our guides on different islands) Spartan racers from all over the world, a historian who brought us into the private world of an internationally renowned astronomer/bee keeper living in an isolated monestary. And there was more but you’ll just have to come see this place by boat. All of these experiences were thoughtfully orchestrated by our Skipper, Leo, who took the time to learn who we are and where we wanted to explore. We are forever grateful to Leo for taking care of our tribe and for “getting” our brand of humor a.k.a. awkwardness. Again, I’m still reliving our week on the water because there were so many distinct moments of beauty. I feel like my part of my heart is back in Croatia. You will likely feel this way, too. Book with Fairwinds. Ivana & Paško, the wonderful owners of this yacht company, will help you plan every detail of your escape into the unique culture and pristine nature and cities of coastal of Croatia. Brian CaseyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We truly enjoyed our sailing trip. Mise is a true professional and a wonderful host. His route was good combination of coves with wonderful family owned restaurants to small towns with great character. We so appreciated his willingness to sail longer on the days we had good wind. The boat fit our needs especially after you converted the main cabins to a single master. Thank you so much for what will be wonderful memories of Croatia matt haesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 3 of us took out the Bavaria C38 from Split for 2 weeks from 23 August this year - the boat was fairly new and was perfect for us. Fair Wind have a small fleet and the attention from Ivana and Pasko during the whole planning and chartering experience was fantastic - you get a real sense this is a well run and respected operation - we’d love to come back next year ! Bronwyn Jenkins-DeasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Where do we even begin? Our week sailing the Adriatic by catamaran was nothing short of magical—truly the experience of a lifetime. From the very first email, Ivana was a dream to work with. She always responded quickly (usually within 24 hours) and guided us through every detail: our interests, food preferences, and potential sailing routes. We boarded with a general idea of where we wanted to go, but wisely left the final itinerary in the hands of our extraordinary skipper, Mise. That turned out to be the best decision we could have made. He took us to stunning bays with crystal-clear waters, each with charming seaside restaurants offering unforgettable views, fresh local dishes, and excellent Croatian wines. He also introduced us to the charm of quaint island towns, each with its own unique character and history, which made the journey even more special. Our hostess, Suncica, was the perfect fit for our group. A true foodie, she created delicious breakfasts and lunches every day, thoughtfully paired with exceptional island wines. She managed everything with creativity, warmth, and an impressive eye for budget—she fed and delighted our group of eight for the week, including most of the wine, for just €1,000. Incredible! By the end of the trip, we weren’t just grateful to our skipper and hostess—we were completely smitten with them both. Their expertise, generosity, and joyful spirits elevated the entire journey. If you are considering this experience, don’t hesitate. It’s five stars all the way, and one we will remember forever. And if you can, ask for Mise and Suncica—you’ll be in the very best hands. Matthew LipscombeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing two weeks on Sunset Breeze, a Bavaria 46 Cruiser from Fair Wind. Ivana and Paško made everything seamless and stress-free. The yacht was well equipped, well maintained, and perfect for our group of eight. Cruising in Croatia was spectacular - friendly locals, stunning scenery, and language was no barrier. Doubling the usual one-week itinerary was the best decision - we got to enjoy so much more!Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 95 reviewsVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Mircea RVerified Great experience again I came back for my second sailing holiday in Croatia with this charter company and once again they exceeded my expectations. From the booking process to check-in and check-out, everything was smooth, professional and well organized. The boat "Summer Breeze" was in excellent condition, clean, fully equipped and very well maintained. I will definitely be back for a third trip! Jason SVerified An Unforgettable 5-Star Experience with Fair Wind Charter! We recently returned from an absolutely wonderful 1- week catamaran charter along the Dalmatian coast from Split to Dubrovnik, and we cannot recommend Fair Wind Charter highly enough. From start to finish, the entire experience was flawless. Ivana was incredibly responsive and conscientious, taking care of every little detail. She patiently answered all of our questions, included the extra items we requested, and even coordinated our private car transfers. Our crew, Filip and Arijana, worked perfectly together as a team and took exceptional care of our family of 6 (including 4 children). Our skipper, Filip, did an awesome job planning all the island stops we wanted, finding wonderful hidden coves, and even teaching our kids how to sail. He also booked amazing restaurants for our evening meals together. Arijana was an absolutely incredible cook and was so sweet with all of our kids (especially our youngest). We were totally spoiled with her delicious (and healthy) breakfasts and lunches! Hvala vam to Ivana, Filip, and Arijana for making our first charter experience so special! ⛵️ Five stars all the way. Ange PVerified A wonderful fortnight out at sea Fair Wind Yacht Charter is a small family owned company. We have now used this business three times. We had a 38ft yacht Wind Dancer and sailed for a fortnight. We had the best time. Their yachts and catamarans are well looked after and maintained to the highest standards. Ivana and Pasco are always friendly and go above and beyond, before and during our charters. Any questions or concerns while at sea are responded to promptly and professionally. They are happy to share their expertise. We will continue to use Fair Wind in our trips to Croatia. Kim SVerified The best experience We chose Fair Wind Charter because of the amazing reviews after researching many other companies and we are so happy we did! From the prompt and clear communication throughout the pre-booking and booking process to the cleanliness of the catamaran and professionalism of our skipper Goran- it was a wonderful experience. We traveled for a week and went to three different islands (Brac, Hvar and Vis) and stopped along the way to swim, snorkel, paddle and chill. Goran was super experienced and engaged in making sure our experience was tailored to our wants and desires. All around it was a great experience! Robyn AVerified 40th bday girls trip on a cat in Croatia Fair Wind made my 40th birthday sailing trip everything I wanted it to be and then some! We had a beautiful new boat and excellent skipper that made sure we were safe and enjoying every moment of our trip! The 7-day route was perfect, enough time to see everything but never in a rush. We will be back! 11/10 recommend!! Kylie KVerified Fair Wind - Professional, trustworthy customer service Ivana at Fair Wind helped me at very short notice to organise a family private charter. The customer service was outstanding and I highly recommend this company for first time and experienced sailors alike. Ivana shared detailed information about boat types, itineraries, what to expect in board (as each country is a little different in approach). I found her to be professional, trustworthy and she genuinely worked hard to build the best possible holiday for our family. Tony GVerified Yacht Charter We chartered a Bavaria 46 for our family, self captained, for a week out of Split. Ivana was very helpful in advance planning, both on boat matters and logistics in and around Split. The boat was in excellent condition and very well maintained and equipped. Pasko gave us a very good bout checkout, plus later storm advice while on the water. Next time, I think we will return for longer and with additional friends. lorenzeber7Verified Fair Wind Yacht Carter-The Absolute Best! We chartered the Bavaria 38C 'Wind Dancer' with Fair Wind for an entire month out of Split Croatia. Our experience was the absolute best that we could have imagined. Ivana and Pasco's outfit is much smaller than some of the big players like Sun sail, but you get totally personalized service on beautiful almost new boats. Every question we had before the journey was answered promptly and competently and we were given all the help that we could possibly have imagined during the cruise. We had brought along bicycles that we wanted to use after the charter and Ivana stowed them for us for a month. They also threw in a number of extras that were not originally included at no cost. When we ran into trouble with our outboard motor, Pasco managed to send us a new one via the catamaran ferry to the island Brac. This was service that was beyond the call of duty. Fairwinds is extremely experienced and all the interactions we had with them were completely above board and professional. The equipment was immaculate and the boat was equipped with anything that and experienced sailor could possibly want. We cannot recommend Fair Wind too highly. If there were six stars we would give them. Lorenz and Paula ColoradoVagabondVerified Most Outstanding Yacht Charter Company in Croatia! My Family of 5 just returned home from a week long Charter on Wind Seeker. Although I have been to Croatia before, this was our first time on a Catamaran cruising the Dalmatian Islands. This Review is purposely very detailed as there are so many positive aspects of our Charter to share. Preliminary Preparation I started researching boat charter companies in Croatia in May of 2025. The five senior adults on this Charter have previously chartered 12 times throughout the Windward Islands, the British Virgin islands and the Virgin Islands. These charters always included a Captain and a Chef, so that is what I was looking for in Croatia. It did not take long to discover Fair WindsYacht Charter Company. They have over 250 Five Star Reviews on Trip Advisor and have been awarded the Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award for the past ten Years. On Google Reviews they have almost 100 Five Star Reviews. I read every Review and knew that I had found our Charter Company. Preliminary conversations with Ivana, who owns Fair Winds Yacht Charter Company along with her husband Pasko, were direct and straight forward. There was total transparency relative to pricing, Ivana answered every question promptly and with a wealth of information. Booking Process As previously mentioned, all deposit requirements and expenses were meticulously detailed. After submitting our deposit, which is able to be split between the adults on the Charter, Ivana sent me suggested Itineraries for our Dalmatian Island Charter. Arrival at Marina in Split The 5 of us arrived at the Marina around 2 pm, where we met Marina and Pasko, along with our Captain Mise and our Hostess/Chef Diana. Wind Seeker was waiting for us, meticulously cleaned and literally spotless. Note: Ivana and Pasko personally own the two catamarans and three monohulls in their Fleet. Pride of ownership is evident in terms of how each boat is maintained. No worries once underway that maintenance issues are going to surface as every system has been inspected prior to departure. Our Skipper Mise We were fortunate to have one of the most experienced Skippers in Croatia for our Charter! Skipper Mise was not only highly professional but extremely helpful in meeting with us all each morning and discussing plans for the day based on weather and wind. As a group of Seniors, two of us were using canes because of recent surgeries. Mise was always looking out for our safety. Whether he was borrowing another gangplank to make entering and exiting the boat easier, or constructing a device with pillows and handrails, or moving Wind Seeker in the middle of the night during a blinding rainstorm to a safer location in the Marina, it was obvious that our safety was always paramount in his planning. Mise suggested some exceptional restaurants and mooring locations, which we divided between Marinas as well as private Konoba anchorages. He is not only an exceptional Sailor and Skipper but an all-around great individual to spend time with. We all loved his sense of humor! Hostess Diana Wow! Where to begin to describe Diana’s Culinary Skills??? Our experience began when we boarded Wind Seeker. Diana had prepared a Welcome Aboard Table of Appetizers and Mimosas. (Picture attached.) On our first morning out, we tried 5 different types of coffee that Diana excelled in preparing. Everyone was able to have whatever they wanted for breakfast, which for our group was either egg omelets, scrambled eggs, or crepes, always accompanied by fresh local pastries and fresh fruit. Lunches were focused on traditional Croatian meals and were absolutely outstanding. Diana and I spoke on the phone a few weeks before our Charter began to discuss meals. In addition to working her culinary magic each day, Diana kept Wind Seeker extremely clean. If you have not yet decided whether to hire a Hostess for your Charter, please know that Diana is worth every cent and then some!! Summary We had a perfect Charter sailing the Dalmatian Islands. Mise was on top of weather and managed to escape the Bura Winds that were lurking around us! Diana worked her magic every day. Itinerary based on Ivana’s suggestions was superb. Vessel was exceptionally seaworthy with exemplary Crew Members! Throughout the entire trip, Ivana was only a text away if needed. Highest Recommendation for your Charter! Eryn PVerified Sail Croatia with Fairwinds Yachts!!!! Just incredibly valuable and beautiful. It has been a couple of weeks since our sail, and I am still reliving moments of this experience every day. We were so lucky to discover this culture and interact with families of wine growers, talented cooks, former athletes-turned tour/adventure guide (this was two of our guides on different islands) Spartan racers from all over the world, a historian who brought us into the private world of an internationally renowned astronomer/bee keeper living in an isolated monestary. And there was more but you’ll just have to come see this place by boat. All of these experiences were thoughtfully orchestrated by our Skipper, Leo, who took the time to learn who we are and where we wanted to explore. We are forever grateful to Leo for taking care of our tribe and for “getting” our brand of humor a.k.a. awkwardness. Again, I’m still reliving our week on the water because there were so many distinct moments of beauty. I feel like my part of my heart is back in Croatia. You will likely feel this way, too. Book with Fairwinds. Ivana and Paško, the wonderful owners, will help you plan every detail of your escape into the unique culture and pristine nature and cities of coastal of Croatia.Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 264 reviewsVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more