Itemized weekly budget (6 people, bareboat catamaran)
Montenegro is one of the Adriatic's better-value grounds — charter rates undercut neighbouring Croatia, though Porto Montenegro's berths are premium. The sample reflects a high-season week from Tivat.
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Catamaran charter (44–46ft) | $4,200 | High season; monohulls from ~$1,700/wk |
| Provisioning & dining | $1,470 | ~$35 pp/day |
| Marina fees | $560 | Porto Montenegro is premium; other ports cheaper |
| Vignette (cruising permit) | $200 | Required — €100–250 per charter |
| Fuel | $200 | Moderate — the cruising area is compact |
| End cleaning & extras | $170 | Standard end-of-charter charge |
| Total | ≈ $6,800 | ≈ $1,130 per person |
The vignette & fees
Montenegro requires a vignette (a cruising permit / sailing permit), typically €100–250 per charter depending on boat size, arranged through your base. The main base is Porto Montenegro in Tivat — a genuinely world-class luxury marina, which means its berths are premium; other ports around the Bay of Kotor and down the coast to Budva are much cheaper. There's the usual refundable security deposit too.
Where to save
Base at Tivat but don't berth there every night — the Bay of Kotor has cheaper ports and beautiful anchorages. Charter rates undercut Croatia for a similar Adriatic experience, so Montenegro is itself a saving. Shoulder-season weeks lower rates further. Our cost calculator helps you plan.