Full Description & Details
D-Marin Dalmacija occupies 125 acres in Sukosan, 7 kilometres south of Zadar on the Adriatic coast. The marina operates year-round and holds Blue Flag certification. Its position provides access to the Zadar archipelago's 300 islands and the Kornati National Park. The facility is 5 kilometres from Zadar International Airport.
The marina accommodates 1,076 vessels with berths for superyachts up to 70 metres at the transit pier. Maximum draft is 6 metres. Depths range from 3 to 8 metres in the central bay, with 5 to 8 metres at the entrance. The marina is well-protected from all winds, though south-east winds can create moderate swells. Dry dock capacity is 300 vessels on raised piers. Travel lifts of 30, 35 and 80 tonnes are available, along with a 20-tonne trailer.
Facilities include a fuel station, chandlery, sail maker, repair and maintenance services, supermarket, laundry, cafe-restaurant, and the Portus Beach Club. The marina provides 24/7 water and power supply (220/380V), wifi, sanitary facilities with showers, and 1,200 car parking spaces plus 248 individual garages. Services include concierge, charter offices, diving centre, and children's playground. The D-Marin app enables digital berth management.
Security operates 24/7 with guards and CCTV. Fire warning and extinguishing systems are installed. Discharge of waste into the water is forbidden; recycling bins are provided. Swimming, diving, fishing and use of generators are not permitted. Children under 14 must be supervised. Large-scale maintenance work is not allowed at berths.
How to get there
Contact the marina on VHF channel 17 on arrival. Required documents are boat registration, insurance, and optionally a yacht arrival notification fees payment receipt and authorisation document. The marina entrance has depths between 5 and 8 metres.
D-Marin Dalmacija is located at Dr. Franje Tudmana 24 in Sukosan, accessible via the A1 motorway, D8 and D424 roads. Zadar International Airport is 5 kilometres from the marina with direct flights from over 50 European cities, particularly from March to October. The historic centre of Zadar is a few kilometres north.
The marina reception provides concierge services including transportation arrangements, shuttle and taxi services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many berths does D-Marin Dalmacija have?
D-Marin Dalmacija has 1,076 berths for vessels, making it the largest marina on the Croatian coast.
What is the maximum draft at D-Marin Dalmacija?
D-Marin Dalmacija can accommodate vessels with a draft of up to 6 metres.
What VHF channel does D-Marin Dalmacija use?
D-Marin Dalmacija monitors VHF channel 17 for arrivals and marina operations.
Is D-Marin Dalmacija open year-round?
Yes, D-Marin Dalmacija operates year-round.
What is the maximum length vessel D-Marin Dalmacija can accommodate?
D-Marin Dalmacija has superyacht berths at the transit pier that can accommodate vessels up to 70 metres in length.
Does D-Marin Dalmacija have fuel and repair facilities?
Yes, D-Marin Dalmacija has a fuel station, repair and maintenance services, chandlery, sail maker, and travel lifts of 30, 35 and 80 tonnes.
How far is D-Marin Dalmacija from Zadar Airport?
D-Marin Dalmacija is 5 kilometres from Zadar International Airport.
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