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Revision as of 12:14, 23 April 2016
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Silba Island in Croatia.
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 Silba harbour looking N towards breakwater |
Silba Island lies off the mainland coast of Croatia, 10 miles SSE of the island of Losinj and two miles W of the island of Olib. Six miles SE lies the tiny island of Skarda and, beyond it, Ist and Molat. An attractive and wooded island with a population of only 265, Silba has a long history dating back beyond the Roman era and, like many of the Croatian islands, has a strong seafaring tradition. Today the island survives on fishing and tourism, largely yachting tourism, and its interior is largely traffic-free except for agricultural vehicles. Visiting yachts have the option of mooring in the busy harbour on the E side of the island or one of two anchorages on the W side which offer good shelter in all but S winds.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 515
- Croatian charts
- MK 9, MK11
- Imray
- M25 (Otok Rab to Sibenik)
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
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
There are four berthing options on Silba Island:
Ports
Silba Harbour
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The harbour of Silba is situated on the E coast of the island, where it is narrowest. It is a popular port of call during the season, and it pays to arrive early during July and August if you want to moor here. There are laid moorings for around 30 yachts in the harbour, distributed between the breakwater and the E side of the pier opposite. Depths in the harbour entrance are 4.0 metres and at the breakwater and the pier from 2.5 to 3.0 metres. If mooring at the breakwater, it is best to go bows-to as there is ballasting in places. Shelter in the harbour is good, although strong NE winds would probably make it very uncomfortable.
Anchorages
Luka Silba moorings
You , pick up one of the mooring buoys laid outside to the E of the Silba Harbour. The moorings are mostly in depths of 6.0 - 7.0 metres and offer reasonable shelter in settled conditions but are rather exposed in any winds from N round to SE. If all the buoys are taken, anchor in 6.0 - 7.0 metres wherever there is space. Holding is good in sand.
Luka Sv. Ante
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Luka Sv. Ante lies on the SW coast of the island, a mile NW of the headland of Rt. Juzni Arat at its S extremity. The inlet has two arms, both of which offer good anchorages, although the N one offers better shelter in the prevailing winds. A white-painted chapel is a good landmark on the ‘bulge’ of coastline between the two arms. There are no dangers in the immediate approach to Luka Sv. Ante, although there is a reef off the headland at the entrance to the N arm, the end of which is marked with a bollard.
There are mooring buoys for visitors in both arms which can be picked up. Alternatively, anchor in 5.0 - 7.0 metres and take a line ashore to the stone jetty in the N arm or the stone bollards along the E side of this arm. Finally, it is also possible to free anchor in either arm. Depths in the S arm are greater, at 8.0 - 10.0 metres. Holding in both arms is good in sand and mud and shelter is good in all but winds from W round to S.
Luka Papranica
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Luka Papranica lies on the W coast of the island, just over a mile NNW of the ferry pier serving the village of Silba, which straddles the island here at its narrowest point. The bay has N and E arms and the best anchorage is in the N arm, which provides good shelter in all but S winds. Anchor in 5.0 - 6.0 metres at the head of the N arm. The holding is good in sand and the water is very clear.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel. Water and electricity at all berths on the breakwater and the E side of the jetty.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Silba is an attractive island, largely traffic-free and deservedly popular during the season in view of its safe harbour. Ashore there is little to do but appreciate the quiet charm of the village on the island or stroll its numerous pathways. The village contains an impressive octagonal lookout tower, the Toreta, built by a wealthy 19th century sea captain and with an intriguing love story attached.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Grocery store in the village
- Baker
- Butcher
- Fruit and vegetable market
Eateries
Several restaurants in the village.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Transportation
Ferries to Zadar on mainland and most adjacent islands.
Routes/Passages To/From
See Croatia.
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
- Silba at the Wikipedia
- List of all Croatian marinas
- List of government-owned ACI marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
- Wikipedia - 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.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here
- July 2004 ----Athene of Lymington 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST)
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