Thalia (Elan Impression 394 Impression Thalia)
2012 · 11.9 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
11.9m · 2012 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
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14 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.
Perfect starter choice This 39-foot Elan is ideal if you're new to sailing or want a relaxed, manageable vessel, she's responsive enough to be fun but forgiving enough that you won't feel overwhelmed. With three cabins and room for eight, she's great for a small family or two couples wanting their own space without the complexity of a bigger boat.
Smart practical touches Solar panels and a fridge are genuinely useful for extended Greek cruising, and the autopilot takes the strain out of longer passages so you can actually enjoy the scenery. The bimini gives proper shade, which matters when you're anchored all day in the Mediterranean heat.
Excellent value proposition At €1,530 per week with only a €500 deposit, this is genuinely affordable for a well-equipped three-cabin boat in Greece, you're getting decent bang for your euro. The 4.5-star operator rating (though limited reviews) suggests Hellenic Yachting takes care of their fleet and clients.
One consideration With only two reviews on record, the operator feedback is thin, so it's worth asking current clients directly about condition and support before committing. The 2012 build age is perfectly fine for Greek sailing, but do confirm the recent maintenance history if that matters to you.
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Where Charters Went
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Corfu during the 2025 season. 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.
Sivota islands was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night. On 76% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
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 Corfu, we're happy to talk through your plans.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Corfu, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Paxos91%
- Sivota islands52%
- Parga37%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
A common three-stop core
Sivota islands · Parga · Paxos
30% of qualifying full weeks included this core.
The share covers these three stops, not necessarily their listed order or the connecting path. Other stops may be omitted. This is a historical area pattern from tracked sailing boats in 2025, not a prediction for this boat.
The marina & destination
D-Marin Marina Gouvia
Based at D-Marin Marina Gouvia, Greece . Thalia is operated by Hellenic Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- D-Marin Marina Gouvia · Greece
- Licences
- Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
- Security deposit
- €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 there
Flights to Greece
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Possible routes
Greece · three classic charter areas
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
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