THOR (Elan 40 Impression)
Marina Zadar
Weekly prices€1,780 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Solid family choice. The Elan Impression 40 is a well-built, modern cruiser that suits families or groups wanting a comfortable, no-fuss sailing experience. Three cabins sleep eight, so it works well for two couples or a family with kids.
Comfort wins here. Air conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi, and a full entertainment setup mean you're not roughing it, this feels more like a floating holiday home than a bare-bones charter boat. The bow thruster and autopilot make handling easier, especially if you're not expert sailors.
Reasonable value proposition. A 2019 boat with solid cruising kit, modern amenities, and solar panels to help offset power costs sits fairly in the mid-range. The €2,000 deposit is sensible and suggests the operator expects responsible clients.
One practical note: We don't have the base location or weekly rate listed, so it's worth checking transfer times from the nearest international airport, that often makes or breaks a transatlantic charter when you're flying in for a week's sailing.
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The marina & destination Marina Zadar · Croatia
Based at Marina Zadar, Croatia . THOR is operated by Sunturist.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Zadar · Croatia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) and VHF radio licence are required for bareboat charter. Sailing CV listing your previous yachts and miles is checked on arrival.
- Security deposit
- €3,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there4 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Closest for Sukošan, Biograd, and Northern Dalmatia. Direct seasonal flights from London, Manchester, and most German cities.
Central Dalmatia hub: Split, Trogir, Hvar bases. Busiest summer route; expect crowds in July-August.
Southern Dalmatia: Dubrovnik, the Pelješac peninsula, the Elaphiti islands.
Istria: Pula, Rovinj, Poreč. Smaller airport; convenient for Italian and Austrian arrivals.
Possible routes3 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Northern Dalmatia & the Kornati Loop
Kornati National Park is empty coves, no shore power, true wilderness sailing. The route most people quietly call their best charter ever.
1Sukošan / Zadar
2Žut
3Telašćica
4Sali (Dugi Otok)
5Sukošan return
Central Dalmatia · the Hvar Circuit
Mixes the lively (Hvar town, Bol beach) with the still untouched (Vis, away from the cruise routes).
1Split
2Brač
3Hvar
4Vis
5Šolta
Istria & Kvarner
Italian-influenced architecture, the warmest water in Croatia by mid-July, fewer charter boats than further south.
1Pula
2Rovinj
3Cres
4Krk
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