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  1. Boat Hire Service
  2. Boat maintenance
  3. Boat tour agency
  4. Vacation rental

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ABA VELA is a family-run yacht charter company based in ACI Marina Split, Croatia, focused on providing reliable, well-maintained sailing yachts and a personal approach that larger charter operators often cannot offer. We specialize in bareboat and skippered yacht charter from Split, helping guests start their sailing holiday in one of the best-connected marinas on the Adriatic. What makes ABA VELA different is the combination of local knowledge, direct communication, and real accountability. We know our boats, we know our base, and we know the sailing area. Our guests do not book through a faceless system without support — they book with a team that is present, accessible, and committed to making every charter run smoothly from check-in to check-out. Our fleet is carefully prepared and positioned directly at ACI Marina Split, close to our office, which allows for efficient handovers, easier luggage transfer, and a faster start to the trip. Whether guests are planning a relaxing island-hopping route, a sailing week with family, or a more performance-oriented Adriatic itinerary, we aim to provide the right yacht and the right level of support. Trust is especially important in yacht charter, where the difference between a good and a poor operator can affect the entire holiday. That is why we focus on transparency, honest communication, and long-term customer satisfaction rather than overpromising. We believe guests value clear expectations, clean and properly equipped yachts, responsive service, and support when it matters most. At ABA VELA, our goal is simple: to offer a dependable, professional, and genuinely personal yacht charter experience in Split that guests can confidently recommend and return to.


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4.3

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

9 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience!

The boats are in excellent condition and the service is professional and friendly. They have been in this business for years, so they know all the caveats and will provide clients with all the necessary information. We felt safe and it was great value for money!

22 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly family company

Friendly family company, great feedback, boat was pristine clean, fully functional, we had a beautiful holiday. Will return for sure

4 August 2025
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Thank you. ♥️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing sailing day from Split with our group of friends

Everything was perfectly organized and completely stress-free from start to finish. We got to see beautiful hidden spots along the Dalmatian Coast and shared great local tips. Highly recommend this company for a relaxed day on the Adriatic

9 September 2025
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