Full Description & Details
Buljarica is a half-mile bay on the Montenegrin coast, less than a mile southeast of the town of Petrovac. The anchorage sits off a long sandy beach that runs about two kilometres, with a lively organized section near a bar and sunbeds, plus a wilder rocky stretch. The water is clear and clean across the bay, and the bottom shelves very gently, making it a practical stop for a family crew.
Holding here is on a sandy seabed, and the anchor holds well. Depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, and it decreases toward the southeast, so take care when setting. The bay is protected from easterly winds, and the far northern part also shields against the bora; other winds raise waves inside the bay. The seabed is mixed sand, rock, algae and mud, so check your ground tackle before settling.
There is a pizzeria in the bay, and a restaurant is listed in the surroundings. A sandy beach makes tender landing easy. The nearest fuel station is at Bar, about 8 nautical miles away, so plan fuel before arriving. Overnight anchoring is allowed, and the anchorage is open all year.
Watch the rocks off Dubovica on the southern approach and the islet Vatulja on the northwest, near the headland where there are several reefs. Depth drops as you move southeast, so keep an eye on the sounder. The bay is open year-round, but summer brings the settled weather and the beach crowds.
How to get there
Approach Buljarica from the north, keeping clear of the islands Sv. Nedjelja and Katic, and also the islet Vatulja on the northwest of the bay, right off the headland where several reefs lie. Coming from the south, watch the rocks just off the headland at Dubovica. Depth in the bay is 1 to 5 metres and decreases toward the southeast, so stay alert when anchoring.
The anchorage lies off the sandy beach at Buljarica, within Budva Municipality, near the settlement of Durovici. The beach is adjacent to a road, so shore access is straightforward. The nearest fuel station is at Bar, about 8 nautical miles away. There is no dedicated marina office; anchoring is allowed and you can land the tender on the beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is anchoring allowed overnight at Buljarica?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Buljarica, and overnight anchoring is permitted. The anchorage is open all year.
What depth and seabed can I expect when anchoring at Buljarica?
Depth at Buljarica ranges from 1 to 5 metres, decreasing toward the southeast. The seabed is sandy and the anchor holds well, though parts of the bottom are rock, algae and mud.
What hazards should I watch for when approaching Buljarica?
Approaching from the north, watch the islands Sv. Nedjelja and Katic and the islet Vatulja on the northwest, where reefs lie off the headland. From the south, keep clear of the rocks off Dubovica.
Is there fuel available at Buljarica anchorage?
There is no fuel at Buljarica itself. The nearest fuel station is at Bar, about 8 nautical miles away.
What facilities are on shore at Buljarica?
There is a pizzeria in the bay and a sandy beach for easy tender landing. A restaurant is also listed in the surroundings.
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