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Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korčula and Lastovo: a week in the south

A week from Dubrovnik for more experienced crews: the Elafiti, Mljet National Park, Korčula town and Lastovo Islands Nature Park, returning via Mljet and Lopud.

days
7
nautical miles
133
Longest leg (NM)
22
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Southern Dalmatia is quieter than central Dalmatia: there are fewer islands, the distances are greater and the harbours smaller. In return you get two protected areas, Mljet and Lastovo, and two walled towns, Dubrovnik and Korčula.

The legs are longer than on the routes further north, and the one to Lastovo and back crosses open sea. If the forecast is not good, skip Lastovo and spend an extra day on Korčula or Mljet.

Dubrovnik - Korčula - Lastovo

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Dubrovnik - Šipanska Luka

    approx. 15 NM2.7 h under wayŠipan

    From the marina at Komolac down the Rijeka dubrovačka inlet, then along the Koločep Channel past Koločep and Lopud to Šipan. Šipanska Luka lies at the head of a long bay open to the north-west, with a quay and plenty of room to anchor.

    Overnight: Šipanska Luka, Šipan

  2. 2

    Day 2

    Šipan - Polače

    approx. 22 NM4 h under wayMljet

    Along the Mljet Channel to the western part of Mljet. Polače is a roomy bay protected by islets, inside the national park. The lakes Veliko jezero and Malo jezero are reached on foot or by bicycle; the ticket for the lakes is bought separately.

    Overnight: Polače, Mljet

  3. 3

    Day 3

    Polače - Korčula

    approx. 16 NM2.9 h under wayKorčula

    Across the Mljet Channel and along Pelješac to Korčula town. The ACI marina is right below the walls. In the afternoon the maestral regularly picks up in the Pelješac Channel, to the delight of sailors.

    Overnight: Korčula, ACI marina Korčula

  4. 4

    Day 4

    Korčula - Lastovo

    approx. 21 NM3.8 h under wayLastovo

    About twenty miles across open sea to Lastovo. Zaklopatica is a small bay on the north coast, with park buoys and berths in front of the konobas, open only to bura. The village of Lastovo is about twenty minutes' walk uphill.

    Overnight: Zaklopatica, Lastovo

  5. 5

    Day 5

    Lastovo - Pomena

    approx. 21 NM3.8 h under wayMljet

    Back across the Lastovo Channel to Pomena on the western tip of Mljet. You anchor in Lokva bay or berth off the village. Malo jezero is about ten minutes on foot, so this is the chance for the swim in the lake that you missed the first time.

    Overnight: Pomena, Mljet

  6. 6

    Day 6

    Pomena - Okuklje

    approx. 16 NM2.9 h under wayMljet

    Along the north coast of Mljet to Okuklje. The small, almost landlocked bay has berths in front of the konobas and is sheltered on all sides. On the way you can stop in Sobra, where there is also a fuel station.

    Overnight: Okuklje, Mljet

  7. 7

    Day 7

    Okuklje - Lopud - Dubrovnik

    approx. 22 NM4 h under way

    Across the Mljet Channel to Lopud, with a swimming stop in Šunj bay, off one of the few sandy beaches in this area. Then along the Koločep Channel to Rijeka dubrovačka. You refuel at the marina in Komolac.

    Via: LopudOvernight: Dubrovnik, ACI marina Dubrovnik, Komolac

Tips for this route

  • Mljet National Park and Lastovo Islands Nature Park charge a ticket per boat. Inside the national park you may anchor only in Polače and Pomena.
  • From Dubrovnik southwards and in open water, jugo is at its strongest on the whole Adriatic. When it is forecast, Šunj and other bays open to the south-east are not safe.
  • In Rijeka dubrovačka bura can blow in very strong gusts. Upstream of Rožat the inlet is narrow and shallow.
  • Fuel: Dubrovnik, Sobra on Mljet, Korčula and Ubli on Lastovo.

Distances are approximate and calculated for the shortest safe passage. Time under way is calculated at a speed of about 6 knots.

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Safety

Emergency at sea

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Before you call, have ready the boat's position (coordinates or the nearest headland, island or bay), the number of people on board and a description of the problem. A call to 112 is put through to the maritime rescue centre.

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The information is for guidance only and does not replace official nautical charts, pilot books or forecasts. Check the current conditions and regulations before you set off.