Set Sail with Kli-Kli: Adventure, History, and Education Aboard a Marine Icon
Uncover the breathtaking stories and fascinating details of the sailboat “Kli-Kli” – an experience you simply don’t want to miss!
Main equipment list
Main data
- LOA: 12m (40ft)
- Beam: 4.30m
- Draft: 2m
- Boat Displacement: 12t
- Main engine: Sabb Lister 40 HP / 29,5 KW @ 3000 RPM
- Mainmast: 14.5m
- Mizzen mast: 10.5m
Sails
- Jib: 41sqm
- Mainsail: 26sqm
- Mizzen sail: 15sqm
- Twin booster: 100m2
Accommodation
- V berth: double bed, closet, and shelves. Private bathroom with toilet.
- Guest stern cabin: double bed, private toilet, closet.
- Crew cabin: double bed, electrical and communication cabinets, navigation desk.
- Salon: 8 persons dining / 6 workplaces. It can be transformed into a double bed.
- Common bathroom
- Kitchen:
- Gas Kitchen range (four burners, oven),
- Kitchen sink,
- 180 cm (70′) kitchen workspace
- 310 litre (82 gallons) Icebox,
- full set of dishes and kitchenware for 12 persons,
Safety
- 12 life jackets for adults
- 10 life jackets for children
- SOLAS class A life raft for 8 persons
- 3 x 2 kg (4 lbs) Dry powder fire extinguishers (one in each cabin)
- 1 x 4 kg Dry powder fire extinguisher (Kitchen)
- Fire blankets
- 1 x 4 kg (8 lbs) CO2 fire extinguisher (Engine room)
- CO, Nox Sensors in each cabin and common spaces
Electricity, fuel, and cooking gas storage
- 24V DC / 400 Ah house battery bank
- 2 x 12V DC / 60 Ah starting batteries
- 240V AC / 16A shore connect
- additional: External silent gen-set 2 kW
- 170 litres of diesel fuel in the main tank
- 20 litres (5 gal) of petrol fuel
- 13 kg (28 lbs) cooking gas bottle
Extra equipment (on request)
Photo/video
- Nikon D800 with a set of lenses (Nikkor 24-70 f2.8, 80-400 f 4.5-5.6, 105 f2.8 macro)
- 4 Nikon speedlights
- 2 Studio flashes with light modifiers and light stands (240V AC)
- Tripod with macro or video head
- DJI Mavic drone,
- Recognized photographer
Scuba diving / Snorkelling / Kayak
- 2 full scuba diving sets
- Certified diving instructors
- Snorkeling gear
- 2 single sit-in ocean kayaks
- Kayak guide
Climbing / mountaineering eq.
- Climbing/mountaineering equipment
- Certified climbing instructors
And beyond …
Keeping the sailboat of the “Kli-Kli” size sound requires all hands on the deck. Tools, knowledge, and time – a lot of time! We have equipped the home workshop with all the essential tools and machines. We take care, starting with the painting, and include extensive electrical work.
The brief history of the sailboat “Kli-Kli”
A single-hull steel ketch was commissioned in 1973 by the Kojadinović family. “Kli-Kli” was built by a small French shipyard. The plan was laid out by Michael Joubert, who later became the renowned French naval architect of the Joubert-Nivelt studio. “Kli-Kli” was hull number two of their “Sigma 40” series. The boat was finished in 1974.
Kojadinović was one of three families from ex-Yugoslavia who circumnavigated the globe in the late seventies and eighties of the twentieth century. The adventures of “Kli-Kli” were absorbed by lads and lasses at “home” through voyage tales in popular weekly and monthly publications and TV series. “Kli-Kli” became the icon of freedom and the nomadic way of life in the popular culture and imagination of the young people of the time. The Kojadinović family owned the “Kli-Kli” until 2019.
Today, fourteen years after it arrived in the Bay of Kotor, “Kli-Kli” has been revitalised with a new mission. We aim to preserve the rich history of “Kli-Kli” by offering both day trips and multi-day excursions.
“Kli-Kli” Refurbishment
Renovation of “Kli-Kli” began in June 2019, with completion planned for April 2026. The project focuses on upgrading the vessel to modern standards while carefully preserving her original character. The interior is designed to provide comfortable accommodation for up to six guests in three cabins, supported by two bathrooms. A fully equipped galley will allow the preparation of traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
So far, extensive work has been completed on the hull, engine, and sails. All onboard systems—including electrical wiring, telecommunications, plumbing, and ventilation—have been completely rebuilt to ensure safety, reliability, and long-term performance.
“Kli-Kli” Heritage
Travel books and articles
Adventures of “Kli-Kli” were published in three books by the Kojadinović family:
Suncano jedro
Sedam godina za tri okeana
Isti jarboli, dva pokolenja
“Kli-Kli” in Television and Media
In media from 2019.
TV / YouTube
Newspapers / News Portals
- Dnevne novine Vijesti: Neumorni svjetski putnik “Kli-Kli” skrasio se u Herceg Novom
- Portal Sailing Serbia: Intervju
- Dnevne novine Vijesti: „Kli-Kli“ će biti pokretno kulturno dobro triju država
- Radio Kotor: Predavanje o putovanju jedrilice “Kli-Kli” u Pomorskom muzeju u Kotoru
- Radio Kotor: STANKOV: Važno je sačuvati dio pomorske istorije 20.vijeka – Dokumentacija o putovanju jedrilice “Kli-Kli” uskoro u Pomorskom muzeju
“Kli-Kli” as an expedition boat
A need has been identified for a multi-day research platform to support the NGO sector. “Kli-Kli” is intended to provide a reliable framework for marine life research organisations, including mammal studies, bird protection, migration tracking, environmental monitoring, and related activities. Without additional modifications to the vessel’s interior or exterior, she can already accommodate up to six researchers in safe and functional working conditions. Provisions for food, water, and essential materials, tools, and equipment can be stored on board enabling extended multi-day research expeditions..
“Kli-Kli” as an educational boat
“Kli-Kli” has developed two educational excursions designed for schoolchildren aged 11 to 15. The first focuses on Geography, History, and Art in the Bay of Kotor during the 16th to 18th centuries, while the second explores the Geography and Ecology of the Bay of Kotor. Both programs are aligned with the curriculum of Montenegrin primary schools and further adapted through the “Child-Friendly” approach to ensure an engaging and age-appropriate experience for young participants.
Geography, history, and art in
Bay of Kotor during the 16th to 18th centuries
This multidisciplinary program explores the connection between location and historical events from the 16th to the 18th centuries—specifically, life on the border between the Venetian Republic and the Ottoman Empire. These key historical events influenced the development of culture and artistic expression in the region.
Discover the importance of geographic location for trade and the influence of the Bay of Kotor on the history of Montenegro. This period was highly fruitful for the creation of fine art, poetry, maritime activity, and diplomatic endeavours in the wider region of the Bay.
The excursion lasts five hours (comprising six lectures). Starting points include Herceg Novi, Kotor, or Tivat.
Geography and ecology of
the Bay of Kotor
This excursion aims to introduce students to a multidisciplinary approach to environmental protection.
During the trip, we will review the importance and unique characteristics of the local environment within ecosystems. We will discuss the primary concerns regarding the impact of chemical pollution from polymer compounds (plastics), oil, and oil derivatives on the environment. Additionally, we will observe marine ecosystems and biodiversity.
The excursion lasts five hours (comprising six lectures). The starting points include towns along the Bay of Kotor.
Highlights:
- Design and Specifications of the Sailboat ‘Kli-Kli’: The ‘Kli-Kli’ is a steel hull single-hull ketch measuring 12m in length, with detailed data on its beam, draft, displacement, and sail area, reflecting its robust marine design.
- Historical Background of ‘Kli-Kli’: Commissioned in 1973 and built by a French shipyard, ‘Kli-Kli’ gained fame through its global circumnavigation by the Kojadinović family and became an icon of freedom and nomadic lifestyle.
- Refurbishment and Modern Renovation of ‘Kli-Kli’: ‘Kli-Kli’ is undergoing a renovation from 2019 to 2025 to preserve its original appearance while updating internal systems for comfortable accommodation and modern standards.
- Multifaceted Uses and Media Presence of ‘Kli-Kli’: ‘Kli-Kli’ serves as a research vessel, educational platform, and cultural heritage icon, with extensive media coverage, books and TV features highlighting its historic voyages.
- Educational and Research Programs on ‘Kli-Kli’: The vessel offers educational excursions on regional history and ecology, and functions as a research platform for environmental and marine life studies, accommodating up to six researchers.