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* U. Mala Nozdra -- There are also a few buoys provided by the two restaurants ashore, which are free if you eat there | * U. Mala Nozdra -- There are also a few buoys provided by the two restaurants ashore, which are free if you eat there | ||
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Kaprije Island in Croatia.
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 The bay of Kaprije Town from NW | |
The small island of Kaprije lies off the mainland coast of Croatia, seven miles W of the port of Sibenik. The islands of Kakan and Zmajan lie immediate W and E respectively. With a total area of only 2.7 square miles, the island supports a population of around 140, mostly centred on its single settlement of Kaprije Town. The economy of the island is based on olive and grape production and, presumably, capers, from which the island takes its name. Today, of course, tourism is also an important contributor. Like many of the smaller Croatian islands, Kaprije is car-free. There is just one small harbour at Kaprije Town at the head of a deep inlet on the W coast of the island, plus a good anchorage in the cove of U. Mala Nozdra at the S end of the island.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 2711
- 2774
- Croatian charts
- MK15
- Imray
- M24
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.
Passages
See Croatia.
Islands
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Berthing
There are two berthing options on the island, the harbour of Kaprije Town and the anchorages (see below).
Ports
Kaprije (village)
The harbour is situated at the head of a half mile long inlet open NW. At the head of the bay on the E side next to the town is a concrete jetty, the outer side of which is used by the ferries.
The inside is equipped with laid moorings for 10-12 yachts to berth bows or stern-to. Depths at the jetty are 5.0 - 6.0 metres. Shelter in the harbour is good in all except moderate to strong NW winds.
There are water and electricity points on the jetty, ask for assistance if they are not connected.Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Luka Kaprije
It is possible to anchor in the bay opposite the village of Kaprije, ensuring that you are well clear of the ferry turning circle. Anchor in 6.0 - 8.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed.
Alternatively, there are around 20 buoys laid in the bay in 3.0 - 5.0 meters. The per-night charge is HRK20/metre. The buoys experience some chop in the prevailing NW seabreeze, but it dies down by evening. The anchorage is untenable in strong NW winds.
U. Mala Nozdra
The anchorage of U. Mala Nozdra lies at the S end of Kiprije, facing two small islets, Misjak Veli and Misjak Mali, to the SE. Note in the approach that there are shoals to the NW of the tiny islet on the NW side of Misjak Veli. The anchorage offers good shelter in all but SE winds. Anchor towards the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed.
Alternatively pick up one of the 10 mooring buoys provided on the W side of the inlet. A charge is made. There are also a few buoys provided by the two restaurants ashore, which are free if you eat there.Facilities
Water
On the jetty at the village.
Electricity
On the jetty at the village.
Toilets
None.
Showers
None.
Laundry
None.
Garbage
Bins at the root of the jetty.
Supplies
Fuel
No fuel.
Bottled gas
None.
Chandlers
None.
Services
Repairs
None.
Internet
N/A.
Mobile connectivity
Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS in the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?
Vehicle Rentals
None.
Provisioning
- Village of Kaprije -- Good provisions store
Transportation
Ferries to Sibenik.
Eating out
- Village of Kaprije -- Several restaurants
- Restoran Neptun at the root of the jetty is good. --Athene of Lymington
- U. Mala Nozdra -- There are also a few buoys provided by the two restaurants ashore, which are free if you eat there
Tourism
The settlement of Kaprije Town is pleasant enough to explore and the landscape of the island is worth exploring, with its olive groves and small vineyards. The hill of Velika Glavica outside Kaprije Town is worth climbing for the views.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Kaprije at the Wikipedia
- Sibenik area tourism
For other useful websites, see Croatia.
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Kaprije and this page's details validated:
- June 2013 --Dimrub
- July 2015 -- Jürgen Coetsiers
- July 2016 --Athene of Lymington
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