Ilovik
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Ilovik Island, Croatia
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Ilovik Island lies off the mainland coast of Croatia, barely a mile SSE of the much larger island of Losinj. Between it and its smaller twin island to the N, Sv. Petar, there is a narrow channel little more than 100 metres wide which provides sheltered moorings for around 60 yachts in delightful surroundings. The village ashore has a lively tourism industry during the season, with regular tripper boat arrivals from Mali Losinj, and is equipped with several good fish restaurants.
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Charts
British Admiralty 202
Croatian charts MK 8 (Losinj Island)
Imray M24 (Gulf of Trieste to Losinj and Rab)
Weather
Diurnal winds among the islands are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5, although gusting is common in narrow channels between islands and on the lee side of headlands. At night, katabatic winds off the mountains affect some of the islands close to the mainland coast. During early spring and (especially) autumn conditions can be more unsettled, occasionally accompanied by violent thunderstorms - luckily of short duration - with winds of 30-35 knots or more and vicious, steep seas. In the winter the sudden, violent N wind off the mountains, the bora, is much to be feared, especially along the coast from Rijeka down to Zadar, although its effects can be felt as far south as Split.
Equally prevalent in winter - although not uncommon in summer - is the scirocco, a S/SE wind that blows up from North Africa, usually in advance of a depression moving E across the Mediterranean. Unlike the bora, the scirocco only occasionally exceeds gale force, but is still a phenomenon to be wary of, especially if on a lee coast.
For sources of weather forecasting, see Croatia.
Check-in facilities (Customs and Immigration)
Mali Losinj is the nearest port of entry.
Berthing options
Depths in the channel range from 5.0 metres at its shallowest and narrowest point to 10.0 metres where it widens out. There are no dangers in the approach, except if approaching from NW, when shoals extend for 50 - 60 metres from the headlands on both sides of the channel. Shelter is good from all directions, although strong SE winds send in an uncomfortable and persistent swell.
There are three berthing options at Ilovik Island:
1. Mooring jetty
A short jetty extends NE from the waterfront of Ilovik village, the N side of which is reserved for the ferries and tripper boats. Around half a dozen yachts can moor on the S side, using the laid mooring lines provided, in depths of 3.0 - 3.5 metres.
2. Mooring buoys
If the jetty is full, a yacht can moor in the channel between Ilovik and Sv. Petar, picking up one of the 60 or so mooring buoys which run along both sides of the channel. Depths at the buoys vary from 3.0 to 4.0 metres.
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3. Anchorage
If no moorings are available, it is possible to anchor beyond the row of moorings, to the SE of the village. Depths here are 5.0 - 6.0 metres and the holding is good in sand and mud. Alternatively, anchor on the NE side of the channel, close to Sv. Petar island, in depths of 3.0 - 4.0 metres. There are bollards along the shore here to which you can take lines to prevent swinging.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel. Electricity points on the jetty.
Offshore Islands
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
There is little to do on the island other than explore the picturesque village of Ilovik and sample the food at one of its numerous fish restaurants. Around the island are several tiny coves which are good for swimming if weather conditions permit.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Small grocery store in the village.
Eateries
- Restaurants and café/bar in the village.
- Restaurant Dalmatika did a good seafood pasta in 2004.--Athene of Lymington 14:26, 12 November 2012 (GMT)
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Transportation
- Ferries to Mali Losinj on Losinj island.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- List of all Croatian marinas
- List of government-owned ACI marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
- Wikipedia - Croatia
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
- Adriatic Pilot (Imray) - Trevor & Dinah Thompson 6th edition 2012
- 777 Harbours & Anchorages - Karl-H. Bestandig 4th edition 2010-11
- Croatia Cruising Companion (Wiley Nautical) - Jane Cody and John Nash
- Adriatic Sea Pilots Volume 1 and 2 (Croatian Hydrographic Office)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- We rode out winds gusting to 30-40 knots on a buoy here and only the uncomfortable swell bothered us, which didn’t let up all night. --Athene of Lymington 14:26, 12 November 2012 (GMT)
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- July 2004 --Athene of Lymington 14:26, 12 November 2012 (GMT)
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