Prozura Anchorage Guide

The Anchorage

Prozura is a deep fjord-like inlet on the S coast of Mljet, outside the national park. The typical arrangement is bow anchor with stern or spring line to the rocky shore — take a long line to a ring or tree ashore (trees are permitted in this bay, unlike the SSVO restriction on natural features in some areas). Mud bottom with excellent holding. The narrow fjord shape provides outstanding protection from N, E, and S. Open to W and SW — afternoon Mistral can funnel down the inlet but it is manageable.

Setting Your Anchor

Bottom at Prozura: primarily mud. Deploy 7:1 scope minimum (105m at 15m). Set firmly in reverse and snorkel to verify bottom — avoid Posidonia (€2,000 fine).

Recommended anchor types: Rocna, Mantus, Spade, Delta.

Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm

Set GPS anchor alarm to 70m radius. 70m appropriate for deep fjord anchoring with stern line to shore. Reduce to 50m when properly tied fore-and-aft. Mud holding is excellent. W and SW afternoon Mistral funnels into the inlet — keep stern line taut and add chafe protection.

Good May–October. One of the more solitary anchorages on Mljet — rarely more than 3–4 boats even in August. Perfect for crews wanting peace rather than facilities.

Navigation Hazards

• Deep water requires good scope — minimum 7:1 in 10–15m; use all available chain
• Stern line to shore essential — without it, boats can swing and foul each other in the narrow fjord
• Afternoon Mistral funnels down from the W — keep stern line taut and chafe-protected
• Limited space — maximum 4–5 boats can lie comfortably fore-and-aft

Rules & Regulations

• Permit: Required — Croatian eNautička cruising permit required. Outside Mljet NP — no park fee.
• Anchoring fee: Free to anchor
• Maximum stay: 3 days
• Restrictions: Stern lines to shore are acceptable practice here. No SSVO restriction on shore lines in this location. No fires. Respect quiet conditions.
• Croatian eNautička (MMPI) permit required for all foreign yachts.

Facilities

• Fresh water: Not available
• Fuel: Not available — nearest: Korčula town (15nm)
• Restaurant/Konoba: None on site
• Provisions: None — Korčula town (15nm)

Skipper's Tips

1. Bow anchor plus stern line to shore is the standard technique here — have a long warp ready (50m+) and a dinghy to take it ashore
2. The mud holds so well that you may need significant throttle to break the anchor out on departure
3. Best in the evening when Mistral drops — extremely peaceful and beautiful at night with stars visible through the forest canopy