Vili - new sails 2021. (Elan 40 Impression)
Marina Zadar
Weekly prices€1,550 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
11 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Practical family choice The Elan Impression 40 suits couples, small families, or friends wanting a comfortable, well-equipped cruiser without the complexity of a larger boat. With three cabins sleeping up to 8, she's spacious enough for groups but manageable for a couple keen on self-sailing without professional crew.
Solid modern kit New sails in 2021, air conditioning, bow thruster, and autopilot make this boat genuinely easy to handle and pleasant for longer passages or island-hopping. The solar panels, Wi-Fi, and holding tank signal a boat that's been thoughtfully updated for contemporary cruising comfort, you won't feel like you're roughing it.
Fair value proposition At 11.9 metres with three cabins and this level of equipment, she's competitively priced for European summer charters. The €2000 deposit is reasonable, and the package covers essentials without flashy upgrades that inflate costs unnecessarily.
One practical note The operator (Sunturist) and base location aren't specified in the listing, which matters for international charterers arranging flights and transfers. Before booking, confirm the exact base, flight connections, and whether your airport transfer time is realistic, that often makes or breaks a long-haul charter experience.
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The marina & destination Marina Zadar · Croatia
Based at Marina Zadar, Croatia . Vili - new sails 2021. 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
- €2,500
- 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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