When sailing in Split region be sure to visit island Vis. The island of Vis is well known for its beautiful beaches, many of them situated along the coast of the entire bay of Komiža. Sail to the nearby beach of Stiniva, recently named one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, it is located on the S coast of the island, near the Rukavac cove. The Stiniva beach can only be reached by hiking on a steep and narrow path or by taking a sailing boat from the Rukavac cove. Sail to the small island of Biševo, located just 5 nautical miles from Komiža, a great short boat trip, where you can visit one of the most beautiful natural phenomena on the Adriatic – the Blue Cave. Take two days of your sailing week to explore Vis island to he fullest, you won't regreat it.
Vis Islands holds many historic secrets. From still unearthed Greek town, sunken ships and planes, fortresses hidden in the hillside… But, some of the most attractive are the military tunnels dug throughout the island after 1945 when the island was a major military base for Yugoslav army.
Located on the NE side of the island Vis, only half an hour away from Vis town. Stoncica bay is a great spot for a swimm stop, Stoncica beach is the first beach you'll arrive to after leaving town Vis. Located near the lighthouse, Stoncica is a sandy beach with sandy bottoms and stunning reefs. The water at this beach is shallow for 30 meters from the shore, making Stoncica perfect sailing spot for families and children.
Located on the SE side of the Vis island, the green is a great swim and snorkel spot. Unlike the Blue cave where you have an organized boat tour, the Green cave gives you the oportunity to explore it with your own pace. The green color of the cave, based on which the cave got its name, is due to the green algae growing on the ceiling and the walls of the cave reflecting down into the sea. As you dive under the water is rather dark except for the glows of light coming from the cave entrance and from the light beam coming from the ceiling above. These lights give you the unique experience when snorkeling inside of the Green Cave.
Located on the S side of the Vis island, Stiniva beach is recently named one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Almost completely obscured from the view of passing boats, Stiniva beach on the Croatian island of Vis has something of the James Bond villain lair about it. Surrounded by high cliffs, one part of this fantastic pebble beach is always in the shade, so you can also hide from the hot midday sun.
Komiza lies on the sunny side of the island Vis, Croatia and is well sheltered from cold northerly winds, in the bottom of the largest bay on the island and compacted within narrow alleys and slender houses. It is a famous place for its fishermen on the Adriatic and perhaps even on the Mediterranean. Komiza faces south-west, towards the open sea and its horizon is limited by two islands – Bisevo and Svetac.
One of the most unique natural phenomena in the world, the Blue Cave on island Bisevo in Croatia will be a highlight of your sailing holiday. With its silvery-blue color, created by light refraction of sunlight entering through a crack in the stone, it leaves nobody indifferent. It wasn’t until recently that the cave was open for public and it has been a must-see location ever since its opening. Downside of the Blue cave is that it is protected, and it is not permited to swim inside the cave. When we arrive on Bisevo island, Croatia, you get off our speed boat and take a small wooden boat which takes you inside.
Sail to Vis Town, island Vis, Croatia. The island's original settlement, the ancient town of Vis stands at the foot of a wide, horseshoe-shaped bay. Peaceful town of coastal promenades, crumbling 17th-century town houses and narrow alleyways twisting gently uphill from the seafront. When in Vis visit some of the local restaurants and try local dish 'Peka'.
TEN years after the original film, Mamma Mia 2 was filmed on Vis island. The film is set on the Greek island of Skopelos, but it was actually filmed in a completely different country. But where? Let's get the lowdown on the Mamma Mia 2 filming locations...This time, the producers moved the filming location to the remote Croatian island of Vis, which sits off the Dalmatian coast in the Adriatic sea. Of all the Croatian islands, Vis is the most mysterious – even to locals, according to the Lonely Planet.
See more of Split sailing area here:
Split Sailing Itinerary A - approximately 110 NM
Split Sailing Itinerary B - approximately 145 NM
Split to Dubrovnik Sailing Itinerary - approximately 275 NM
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Sail to Vis, Croatia! Visit beautiful beaches and bays, discover historical secrets of the island and don't miss out on local dish 'Peka'!
