
Become a Confident Skipper
If you're looking to enhance your boat driving skills, whether you're a beginner or simply want to refresh your knowledge for safety and confidence, our Skipper Training program is designed to meet your needs. With the guidance of our experienced and professional skippers, you'll gain essential skills to navigate safely and handle a vessel with confidence.
Our Skipper Course Boats:
- Karnic Bluewater 2460 (24.60ft / 8.20m): A reliable and spacious vessel, perfect for learning. With modern features and robust performance, the Karnic Bluewater 2460 is designed to give you hands-on experience in real-world conditions.
- Gaia 22 Open (21ft / 7,00m): A compact and versatile boat ideal for both beginners and intermediate sailors, offering excellent maneuverability and performance.
- Tiger Marine Divemaster 600 (19ft / 6,00m): A reliable and practical RIB vessel designed for smooth operation and hands-on learning, perfect for building your confidence on the water.
These boats are equipped with the latest features, ensuring that you gain practical experience and confidence in various conditions.

Course Program Overview:
- Vessel and Equipment Introduction: Familiarize yourself with the boat and its components, including navigation tools and safety equipment.
- Steering in the Harbour: Learn how to navigate and maneuver your boat in confined spaces like harbors and marinas.
- Steering on Open Sea: Master techniques for speed boating and wave riding, ensuring you can confidently handle your vessel in varying sea conditions.
- Docking / Undocking: Practice safe and efficient docking and undocking methods.
- Approaching Dangerous Areas: Learn how to approach areas of danger safely and navigate using nautical signs and markers.
- Anchoring: Understand how to anchor securely and safely in different locations.
- Knots Basics: Learn the essential knots every skipper should know for securing lines and rigging.
This program is fully customizable to suit your specific needs and experience level.
Program Duration:
- For One Person: Approximately 3-3.5 hours
- For Multiple Candidates: The session duration may be slightly longer depending on the group size and individual needs

Ready to take charge of a boat?
Contact us today to book your Skipper Training Course and embark on a journey to becoming a confident and skilled skipper. Alternatively, visit us at our office in Novigrad.
Skipper Training Courses Location
Located in Istria, Croatia, Novigrad Harbour offers the perfect setting for your skipper training and provides an ideal environment for hands-on learning and practical experience.
Skipper training boat location:
Marea boat trips & charter, Mandrač
Novigrad-Cittanova, Croatia