CAPTAIN Igor Lesica

MY Apollo Crew
Charters onboard MY Apollo are made very special by the dedicated crew of Captain Igor Lesica and the deckhand Ivan Lesica. This dynamic duo is well-versed in working as a team, as they have over eight years of shared professional experience.
The two brothers hail from Rijeka, a well-known harbour town and the gateway to the beautiful Istrian peninsula. Captain Igor was the first to embark on yachting, and his success and satisfaction inspired his younger brother to take up the same path of excellence.
The brothers are experts at delivering exceptional and friendly service that makes their guests feel at home as soon as they step foot on the yacht. They know the Adriatic inside out, from the best nature spots to outstanding restaurants and fun activities, so that they can make superb recommendations tailored to your preferences in each destination. Ivan, the stew and deckhand, deftly moves between the deck and the galley. When not cruising, Captain Igor is quick to help cook up a delectable barbecue or get the water toys ready for an action-packed afternoon.
Captain Igor and deckhand Ivan are consistently praised in guest reviews and have been known to turn first-time visitors into returning guests. With a crew like this, you can rest assured that you are in safe hands and that the charter ahead will be memorable.
Captain Igor Lesica
Captain Igor is a seasoned captain with over a decade of experience at the helm and more than 15 years in yachting. Even though he graduated from the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management in Opatija and holds a Master's degree in Economics, his passion for the sea didn’t let him settle on land. In 2021, he received his Yachtmaster 500GT certificate.

Captain Igor started as a deckhand and worked his way up, mastering the entire yachting process, enabling him to deliver a superb experience each time around. Calm and composed by nature and easy to talk to, he is well-versed in fascinating facts and trivia about the country and its local culture. With many cruises under his belt, he knows all the tiny nooks and secret spots that will uncover the unique charm and beauty of the Croatian coast. Whether you are looking for romance or adventure, you can rest assured that Captain Igor will find the most spectacular backdrop.

Deckhand Ivan Lesica
Thanks to his high school background in tourism and hotels, Ivan Lesica is a kind-hearted host with formal training in service operations and great holidays. He leaves nothing to chance, carefully plans, and has a method of getting things done right the first time so your holidays are smooth and relaxing.

Ivan is a very dynamic and adaptable deckhand. He creates and maintains neat, comfortable surroundings and demonstrates excellent attention to detail with spotless upkeep. Whether you want to learn to wakeboard or hop ashore on the dinghy, Ivan is there to ensure you have fun and it all goes safely. But his superpower and his secret weapon is his love of cooking. Ivan's sunset BBQs are delicious, and his breakfasts are renowned as the perfect beginning to fun-filled days on the Adriatic. Kind, passionate, and committed, Ivan is a crew member who truly cares about making your vacations second to none.