World Yachting Challenge
April 24-26, 2026
WORLD YACHTING CHALLENGE 2026
ABOUT
This event will be more than just a race—it’s an experience that celebrates the spirit of adventure and the art of sailing. The pristine waters of the Šibenik Archipelago will serve as your playground, where every turn of the helm will take you deeper into an unforgettable journey. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a first-time competitor, this challenge will push your limits, foster camaraderie, and showcase the exhilarating world of competitive yachting.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Format: A series of thrilling races across the stunning Croatian coastline, designed to test skill, strategy, and endurance.
Vibrant Atmosphere: After each race, unwind at exclusive shore-side events featuring local cuisine, Live bands and DJs create the perfect vibe for an unforgettable evening celebration.
Networking Opportunities: Meet fellow yachting enthusiasts, sponsors, and industry leaders from around the country.
PROGRAM & ENTRY FEE
| PROGRAM | ENTRY FEE |
| Friday | The registration fee for the regatta is €250.00 per person and includes: |
| A festive welcome for all participants with fantastic PIENA sparkling wine Welcome dinner in the Marina Mandalina Presentation of the World Yachting Challenge program MUSIC by DJ |
Regatta organization Welcome drink and dinner on Friday Mooring for the vessel at the Marina Mandalina Dinner and gathering on Saturday with an aperitif A special gift branded with the World Yachting Challenge Official award ceremony with lunch and prize distribution on Sunday |
| Saturday | |
| Skipper meeting – Sailing instructions The first navigational regatta in Šibenik archipelago Starting line is between Zlarin and Prvić Finish line is on the entrance of the St. Ante Channel After the race, departure to Skradin Sparkling wine by Piena, wine by World Yachting and finger food and bites by WY Dinner at the restaurant in Skradin Announcement of the daily winner of the regatta PARTY WITH LIVE MUSIC BAND |
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| Sunday | |
| Skipper meeting 2 Technical races on the Prokljan lake Lunch and announcement of the winners in the restaurant ”Domina” in the Mandalina marina |
BOATS
You don‘t have a boat and you don‘t know where to get one?
WY can offer you a variety of cruiser sail boats ranging from
ELAN Impression 40 for 6 crew members at the price of 518€ to HANSE 508 for 10 crew members for 1059€.
We also offer a variety of catamarans; from BALI 4.1 for 8 crew members for 809€ up to LAGOON 46 for 8 crew members for 1590€.
Prices for catamarans – DOWNLOAD
Prices for 5-cabin sailboats – DOWNLOAD
Prices for 4-cabin sailboats – DOWNLOAD
Prices for 3-cabin sailboats – DOWNLOAD
CATEGORIES AND AWARDS
All boats in both divisions will be divided in the groups according to the length of hull »LOA« – length overall
| MONOHULL DIVISION | MULTIHULL DIVISION |
| Group 1 Hanse 508, ELAN 50.. | Group 1 Lagoon 46, Bali 4.6 |
| Group 2 ELAN 45.1, Hanse 458, Hanse 460, Bavaria C46 | Group 2 Bali CatSpace, Bali 4.1, Bali 4.2 |
| Group 3 Hanse 418, Elan 40, Elan 40.1 Elan 43 |
At least three boats will form their own group.
The race organizer can change the distribution into groups according to the number of sailing boats.
*OVERALL RESULTS*
Will be calculated by the elapsed time.
PRIZES
Boats will be awarded for the first, second, third place in each group of each division and for the absolute winner – the fastest boat in the regatta.
SAILING INSTRUCTIONS
Each crew will receive sailing instructions upon registration in our office in the Marina Mandalina.
Regatta consists of 3 races for all groups.
Regatta is valid if at least 1 race is sailed.
LIABILITY
Competitors participate at their own risk.
The organizer does not accept any responsibility for any possible damage or accident done by the competitor, yacht or third person, before or during the regatta.
NOTE
The organizer reserves the right to modify the programme
We look forward to welcoming you to this unforgettable celebration of regatta fun and camaraderie!
Challenge Accepted – Register Today!