Aurora (Elan Impression 35)
2018 · 10 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
10m · 2018 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect starter choice The Elan Impression 35 Aurora suits families and small groups wanting an accessible, well-equipped sailing experience without complexity or huge expense. At 10 metres with six berths across three cabins, she's comfortable for couples, friends, or a family of four to six without feeling cramped.
Smart practical kit She's loaded with genuinely useful gear: bow thruster makes tight anchorages manageable, autopilot takes the strain on longer passages, and the sprayhood keeps everyone dry during uncomfortable conditions. Wi-Fi onboard is a nice touch for those who can't fully disconnect, and the dinghy opens up proper exploration beyond the mooring.
Excellent value proposition At €1,900 per week plus a modest €2,000 deposit, this yacht delivers solid bang for money, modern enough to be reliable, equipped enough to be comfortable, and simple enough that even less experienced sailors won't feel out of their depth. For a transatlantic flight to reach most Mediterranean or Atlantic bases, you're getting dependable kit without premium pricing.
One fair note The 10-metre length means she'll feel intimate in a blow or longer passages; she's genuinely better suited to week-long hop-and-anchor sailing than serious ocean crossings. If your group needs more elbow room or plans ambitious distances, step up to a 40-footer.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Pula and Istria
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Pula and Istria during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Mali Lošinj appeared on 30% of trips, Unije on 28% and Susak on 17%. Unije was the most common first night at 13%, while Mali Lošinj led last nights at 10%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 57% of trips.
Planning your charter route
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Pula and Istria, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Mali Lošinj30%
- Unije28%
- Susak17%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina Polesana
Based at Marina Polesana, Croatia . Aurora is operated by Turistico Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Polesana · 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
- €2,000
- 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 there
Flights to Croatia
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 routes
Croatia · the Adriatic
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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