Beach Sakarun — Attraction in Općina Sali

Sakarun is one of few natural Sand beaches (facing Mediteranian Sea) in Croatia.. Visited decade ago and went left impressed but not sure about recent conditions.. Must see, but hard to stay place (no services.and don't confuse it with easy to leave place).. Bit exhausting to access as Pedestrian or Tourist on Ferry Boat because of:

Transfer to Dugi Otok Island:

Take ferry from Zadar to Brbinj as tourist or driver.. About 1hrs trip with the large Ship loaded with Cars and Trucks.. Maintains just two rides daily (could changed meanwhile) morning arrival and 17.00 last Ferry back to Zadar..

Impressions:

White almost Silver toned bright Sun reflecting Sand, with very few stones in water, and mostly Sandy beach suitable for kids.. Very warm climate region, rented Shades are must.. Concave shaped Sandy Beach with very rough Salt water carved Stoney countryside.. Lot of garbage dumped to Ocean washed off by stream and Winds (oil barrels shooted onto from boats, plastic buoys, nests, ropes).. Othervise paradise on Earth.. Dogs are allowed.. Top parts Nudity partialy allowed (decades ago again)..

Comfort:

One Beach Bar (Goa like tents with Sofas) veggie and fruit Drinks, no Coffe (few mentioned in reviews too), mineral Water, mainly Drinks.. No wheelchair accessible coast (with assistance worth to visit), sandy corridor entrance, just Toi Toi toilets (dacades ago), from Cape visible Deep Blue open ocean..

Travel on Island:

a. With own car easy to Ride, harder to park.. Roadside parked cars near Sakarun (others responded with pretty high 2€/hrs fee), no Car accessible beach with parking just minutes away,

b. As a tourist take Busride from Brbinj to the North of the Island and ask the driver.. We did, because there was, at that time, no Bus stop near the beach (things could changed).. We've been walking from nearest Village towards beach.. When visiting as pedestrian, tourist take the last Bus ride before 16.00 because last ferry "departure" was 17.00.. Just twice a day between Zadar and Brbinj..!!!

c. No accomodation (decades ago), no food, no showers, wildlife like Jean Jaques Custeau trip to remote place, lonely and lovely place, few...

This was the most awesome beach we visited on our trip along the Croatian coast. It does take a considerable effort to get there but it's more than worth it. We took the ferry from Zadar to Brbinje with our car, which cost 220kn for the two of us and the vehicle and took about 1-1,5 hours. The trip was really pleasant, though, but since it was evening it wasn't the best experience driving to Sali at night. If you have a few days I recommend staying on the island because it's definitely worth it and not just on relation to the effort of getting there. From Sali the beach is about 45 minutes drive along one of the most beautiful roads in the world. The path towards the beach parking branches off the main road very inconspicuously and if you don't pay attention to the sign half hidden in the trees you might miss it since Google maps is very inaccurate there (it made us make a u-turn in a village where there wasn't any road). You can also park on the side of the road if you are lucky with the spots and just go on foot - it's a five minute walk. On the beach there are two small bars where you can get food and drinks, and a spot under the trees where you can put your towels in the shade. The beach itself is mainly sandy and as it says everywhere the shore has a very gradual slope, basically not over 1.5m all the way till where the yachts dock. The bottom is clear which is a huge plus for me. As far as accommodation goes it's not aplenty. There are some camping sites and you can find rooms in Sali but you'd need a car or a bike plus lots of stamina for that. I think the locals are intentionally making it difficult to access so it doesn't get crowded and I must say with success. It was perhaps the least crowded beach we found in Croatia. Definitely worth...

A Slice of Paradise for Sailors – Sakarun Beach, Dugi Otok

If you're sailing the Croatian coast and don't stop at Sakarun Beach, you're seriously missing out on one of the Adriatic’s most breathtaking gems. Tucked into the northwest edge of Dugi Otok, Sakarun is not just a beach — it's a visual symphony of Caribbean-blue shallows, powder-white sand, and pine-scented tranquility that wraps around your soul the moment you drop anchor.

From the sea, the approach to Sakarun is mesmerizing. The turquoise hues unfold like a painting, with a gentle gradient from deep sapphire to electric blue to crystal clear. The anchorage is safe and well-sheltered in fair weather, with a sandy seabed that makes for excellent holding — an ideal overnight stop for sailors craving a pause from the hustle of the more tourist-heavy spots.

What makes Sakarun truly special for those at sea is its sheer serenity. Come late afternoon, when the day-trippers fade away, you're left with the kind of peace that feels almost surreal. Dinghy to shore, grab a drink at one of the low-key beach bars, and let the scent of pine and salt air reset your senses.

Sakarun is not just a place to swim — it’s where you drop anchor and fall in love with sailing Croatia...