One day, usually 8 hoursfrom €120.00
Boat Leader Category B
One-day preparation for handling boats up to 15 m and yachts up to 18 m, with navigation up to 12 NM offshore.
- Course notes and signal table
- Exam preparation
- From age 16
Become a safe and confident boat operator
Category A and B boat leader courses, practical training at sea and sailing school backed by more than 30 years of experience.
Since 1993family tradition
Around 60course dates each year
Around 1,000new boaters each year
1 to 1individual practical training
Courses and training for every step of your boating journey
From your first exam to independent handling and advanced skills. Choose the program that suits you.
One day, approximately 5 hoursfrom €150.00
Boat Leader Category A
Basic licence for a private boat up to 7 m with an engine up to 15 kW, within 6 NM of the coast.
- From age 15
- PDF course notes
- Document preparation
Approximately 90 minutesfrom €50.00
RTF supplementary radiotelephony
A supplementary program for holders of an older licence without radiotelephony authorisation.
- Held with Category A and B lectures
- PDF course notes
- Exam preparation
Approximately 8 hoursfrom €499.00
Individual practical training
A full day of one-to-one motorboat training with intensive manoeuvring practice.
- One-to-one approach
- Boat, skipper, fuel and lunch included
- Croatian or English
Three daysOn request
Sailing school
A three-day sailing course from Punat or Novi Vinodolski marina, available in spring and autumn.
- Spring and autumn dates
- Hands-on work aboard a sailing boat
- Experienced instructor
Availability on requestOn request
Nautical charts and publications
Charts, pilot books and manuals offering practical support for safe navigation after your course.
- Small-chart sets
- Pilot books for small craft
- Guide for boaters
Not sure which course you need?
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All prices come from one central data source and clearly separate the course, exam and additional services.
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Current dates
Find the nearest published date by program, city and month.
03/08/2026Monday
Boat Leader Category B Zagreb — točna lokacija u potvrdi
12:00–16:00Course €150.00 · exam €58.40
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04/08/2026Tuesday
Boat Leader Category B Zagreb — točna lokacija u potvrdi
12:00–16:00Course €150.00 · exam €58.40
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08/08/2026Saturday
Boat Leader Category B Crikvenica — točna lokacija u potvrdi
10:00–14:00Course €150.00 · exam €58.40
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22/08/2026Saturday
Boat Leader Category B Zamet, Rijeka
09:00–15:00Course €150.00 · exam €58.40
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Dates, prices and availability may change. You will receive final confirmation after registering.
Your route to a licence in 6 steps
A clear process without unnecessary confusion — from your first choice to a safer trip to sea.
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Choose a program
Select a category or request a recommendation.
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Registration
Send your details and preferred date.
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Theory course
Work through the material with course notes and an instructor.
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Exam
Take the exam in Zagreb or at a harbour master office.
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Practical training
Practise real manoeuvres at sea.
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A safer trip to sea
Apply your knowledge calmly and independently.
Individual practical training
Practical training built around you
Around eight hours of intensive practice on Krk or in Rovinj. It is just you and the instructor aboard, so every manoeuvre can be repeated as often as needed.
- Introduction to the boat, equipment and safety procedures
- Mooring and berthing alongside, at a buoy and between boats
- Anchoring, harbour manoeuvres and collision avoidance
- Boat, skipper, fuel and lunch included
Find your nearest location
Select a city to see programs, contact details and starting prices immediately — without a paid mapping API.
Our team
Experienced theory instructors, individual practical training and a family tradition dating back to 1993.
Ivan Merčep
Theory course instructor
A mechanical and naval engineering graduate with approximately 30 years of experience in nautical education.
Mechanical engineering, naval architecture and theory preparationVedran Čerber
Theory course instructor
Master of Maritime Studies and doctoral candidate at the Faculty of Maritime Studies in Rijeka.
Maritime studies, navigation and safety at seaIva Nikolina Merčep
Practical training instructor
The third generation of the family business and leader of individual practical motorboat courses.
Manoeuvring, berthing and safety at seaKrešimir Merčep
Contact and program coordination
Supports students from selecting a program through registration and date coordination.
Course coordination and student support
Forbes Hrvatska
Read our story
The story of three generations of family work and instructor Iva Nikolina Merčep.
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Frequently asked questions
Quickly find practical information about categories, exams, registration, practical training and payment.
What may I operate with a Category B licence?
According to the official website, Category B covers private boats up to 15 m and yachts up to 18 m without crew, within 12 NM of the nearest coast. Always confirm final requirements with the competent harbour master office.
How long does the Category B course take?
The course is organised as a one-day preparation session. It usually lasts about eight hours, although some published summer dates have adjusted times shown next to the date.
What is the difference between Categories A and B?
Category A is intended for smaller boats up to 7 m with engines up to 15 kW, within 6 NM of the coast. Category B covers larger vessels and a wider navigation area and is generally the more common choice.
Who is the RTF course for?
Supplementary radiotelephony is intended for people holding an old licence issued when radiotelephony was not included.
How long is practical training and where is it held?
The individual practical course lasts approximately eight hours. It is held on Krk around Soline Bay or in Rovinj by prior arrangement.
What is included in the practical training price?
The published price includes the boat, skipper, fuel and lunch. One non-participating companion costs an additional €30 and one additional participant €100.
Where is the exam held?
The exam can be taken at the Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure at Prisavlje 14 in Zagreb, or at harbour master offices on the coast, depending on the program and date.
Which documents do I need for the exam?
The application, photographs and document copies differ by category. After registration you will receive current instructions and the form; confirm the current fee before paying.
Is a form submission immediately confirmed?
The form records your enquiry. The date and availability are confirmed only after Nautika klub contacts you directly.
What do I receive after registering?
For Category A, Category B and RTF programs, the official website lists PDF course notes, a signal table and the relevant exam application.
How are the course and exam paid for?
The course and government exam fee are shown separately. You will receive the exact method and deadline in the registration confirmation; published prices may change.
Apply or send an enquiry
We are here to help from your first question to a confirmed date and your time at sea.
+385 95 841 3596Krešimir · Zagreb, Rijeka, Krkmirno.mmore@gmail.comGeneral enquiries and registration+385 91 112 1121Igor · Rovinj and Pula
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