boat hire in Split · Elan — Elan Impression 434 (2007)
Description of Marko's sailboat
Sailboat Elan Elan Impression 434 13.4m
A maximum of 8 guests can be on board. ***You can only rent this sailboat with the skipper. The skipper is 210 EUR/day. The final cleaning is 110 EUR/booking.*** **1-day Rental- Gas IS included in the price! :) ***For Multi-Day Rentals: Gas, Marina fees & skippers' meals are extra*** Imagine waking up to a seagull's song and jumping in the turquoise blue water first thing in the morning. Then eat breakfast with the Adriatic Sea as your backdrop. The only way to explore Croatia's 1,100 islands is from the comfort of your private yacht. Our Elan Impression sailboat is equipped with four cozy cabins, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, an ice maker, a JBL professional Bluetooth speaker, solar panels, 220 AC to ensure that your electronic devices can be charged even when not connected to the marina's electricity (this means you can be on anchor in a private bay and still have access to electricity!), a refrigerator, and a BBQ. The boat's kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, plates, and more. You can bring your own food and cook delicious meals during your day or week-long sailing trip with friends and family. Your skipper, will be with you the entire time, driving the boat to ensure your safety and introduce you to Croatia's beauty. The boat is located in Split, in Marina Spinut. There are so many islands off the coast of Split. For example, we could visit beautiful bays on the south side of Šolta island, the famous beach Golden Horn in Bol on the island of Brač, great nightlife and history on Hvar, delicious wines and stunning architecture on the island of Korčula where Marco Polo once lived, wild nature and mesmerizing Blue Cave on the island of Vis and Blue Lagoon on the Drvenik island. The price includes the Sailboat, Tourist Tax, VAT taxes, insurance, towels, bed linens, a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, ice maker, BBQ, snorkel equipment, water toys, dinghy, and outboard engine. Multi-Day NOT INCLUDED: GAS, MARINA FEES (if you are on anchor, it is Free), SKIPPERS MEALS, GRATUITY. Things to Note: Living on a sailboat is very different from staying in a hotel. I like to think of living on a boat as fancy camping. If you enjoy glamping you'll love being on a sailboat! The toilets on the sailboat are extremely small. The toilet seat in particular, is a bit smaller than a normal house toilet seat. Also, the shower is a handheld shower head in the same room as the toilet. Beds are also very different than standard hotel rooms. The mattresses are more like futon cushions than a standard mattress and they fit the shape of the boat so they are not standard double-size mattresses.
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27 comments
We loved our day with Marko! Very communicative, knowledgeable about the area and ideas on how to make our trip amazing. Highly recommend!
We (group of 8 friends and a baby) had an amazing day, exactly what we hoped for!
Marko and his Elan 43 were an absolutely exceptional experience. My wife and I enjoyed a full day visiting some secluded and some popular spots near Split and the islands to the South and West. He gave us a bit of history of the places we visited as well as told fantastic stories of his own life. His company was very much appreciated while the boat also allowed us to have some of our own time on the foredeck, in the cabin or in the water. Frigg, his Elan 43, is a very comfortable, clean and meticulously well maintained boat. It has 2 spotless heads, a fully functional kitchen and even an ice maker. Though we were only 3 in total, I can easily imagine 6-8 people being quite comfortable. At each of the 1/2 dozen stops we made during the day, Marko adeptly deployed the anchor and let us swim and snorkel at our leisure. The waters were crystal clear with 10-15 meter visibility. To my wife's delight, he also has a few "wacky fun noodles" to facilitate basking in the welcoming Adriatic waters under the late summer sun. Communicating with Marko via the Click & Boat site was very easy; Marko was quick to respond; understandably we sometimes had to wait a few hours (as his profile explains) but he always replied and replied with useful information. Our pickup and drop off were effortless. We would definitely visit with Marko again; he gave us a delightful and memorable experience.
Marko, was a great host and captain. Full of amazing stories, did everything posible to make our trip fun and comfortable. He knows the area and takes you to amazing coves and beaches. Has good knowledge of the sea and weather, we felt very safe with him all the time. The boat was perfect, clean, and very well kept! We had an amazing time! Thank you Marko!
We had a great day on the seas which was made by such a welcoming skipper Thank you Marko
What a great trip! We were two families, 8 in total, travelling for 3 days with Marko on his sailboat. We immediality felt taken care of and within very short time we felt «at home». Marko is very experienced and a super captain and host. We were picked up at Supetar and visited both Hvar, Vis and Solta i adition to a number of small nice bays to take a swim and relax. Marko was very flexible and a very practical «finale» was to disembark in Trogir for a short commute to the airport. A fantastic trip that is highly recommended.
Our party of 6 took a day trip with the skipper Illya who was friendly, knowledgeable and skillful. We had a wonderful relaxing yet exciting day!
My friends and I booked a five-night trip on Marko’s boat and enjoyed every moment. He asked in advance about our preferences and then customized an itinerary accordingly. Our days were the perfect blend of swimming, exploring, and relaxing. In the evenings, we anchored at buoys, ate spectacular food at nearby restaurants, and enjoyed a glass of wine back on the boat. It was an ideal vacation, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We loved the trip so much that we plan to return next year.
Marko was great!! The boat is beautiful and we had such a wonderful day in our group of 6! He was very friendly and organised us some beautiful swim spots. Really great guy and highly recommended!
Mattija was a great captain and Marko was easy to communicate with before our ride. So glad we did this and it's a must! I wish there were more winds so we could spend more time sailing but c'est la vie!
We had an amazing day on the boat! The Skipper Matija was really nice, always willing to help and make good suggestions. We had two nice not crowded swimming spots and stopped afterwards at a waterfront restaurant for late lunch which was also a nice experience. We were a group of 4 and felt really comfortable. Thanks Marko and Matija!
Marko is a terrific host and his boat was exactly as advertised. He and his team have spent decades sailing Croatia and have great recommendations for towns, beaches, activities and sites to see. Highly recommend and will go with him again when we come back!
Marko and his boat was absolutely phenomenal! Good planning, flexible and very easy to work with. Highly recommended!
Marko is a very interesting skipper, a gracious host and his boat was great!
Our sail with Marko was the absolute highlight of our 4 month Europe trip! He went above and beyond to make sure our group had a great time and got to see/do everything we’d hoped for. Plus he has the best stories to share! Would highly highly recommend him.
Together with our teenage children (19-17 years old), we experienced a fantastic trip on the sailing boat in the Split area. In mid-July '23 we hired the boat + Skipper for 3 days and can highly recommend it. For us it was our first experience of a multi-day trip on a sailboat (incl overnight stay on the boat) and despite the fact that there was no wind and so we "sailed" permanently on engine, this did not spoil the fun. Marko, our skipper is very experienced and knows the area like the back of his hand. He took us to beautiful bays and locations where we had plenty of time to snorkel and swim everywhere. In the evening, we could listen to his adventure stories for hours. We enjoyed every second and definitely worth repeating.
We recently had the pleasure of being accommodated by skipper Marko on his boat, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience. Marko's expertise and hospitality made our time on the boat truly exceptional. From the moment we stepped on board, Marko's warm and friendly demeanor put us at ease. He was not only a skilled skipper but also a fantastic host, ensuring that we were comfortable and well taken care of throughout our trip. His knowledge of the local area was impressive, and he chose the most picturesque and breathtaking lagoons for us to explore. The lagoons we visited were nothing short of paradise. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, and stunning landscapes awaited us at each destination. Marko's careful selection of these lagoons allowed us to immerse ourselves in their beauty and tranquility. We spent our day swimming, snorkeling, and simply basking in the serenity of these hidden gems. What made our time with Marko truly special were the stories he shared with us. As we sailed from one lagoon to another, he regaled us with fascinating tales from his experiencd, local legends, and the history of the surroundings. It added an extra layer of enjoyment to our trip Marko's attention to detail and ability to cater to our preferences truly enhanced our experience. He effortlessly balanced our desire for adventure with moments of relaxation, making sure we had a great time throughout. His enthusiasm and passion for sailing were infectious, and it was evident that he genuinely wanted us to have the best possible experience on his boat. If you're looking for a knowledgeable and hospitable skipper who knows how to choose the perfect lagoons and captivate you with his storytelling, look no further. Marko's professionalism and warm personality will ensure that your trip is nothing short of amazing.
Marko was a very professional and kind with us. He looked after our enjoyment and gave us a lot of recommendations, descriptions and tips during the trip. The boat is in a very good shape, everything worked good, perhaps it could be better if in the bedrooms air conditioning are installed. Definitely is a very good option and for sure if we come back to Croatia we will choose again.
We can't say enough on what a great experience we had with Marko.Having never chartered a sailboat in our lives and being in our 60's we didn't want to book for a whole week in case we didn't like the experience.We stated this to Marko and left the rest to him.We said we would like your guidance ,experience and knowledge off the coast of Split Croatia to plan for us and did he ever deliver.He picked the stops for us the restaurants the moorings.The morning we left he picked us up took us to get supplies for the boat before we left the marina.His boat is clean of high quality and has everything you can imagine you would ever need.He wasn't just our skipper but also our guide he speaks great English and as we got to know him a wonderful and adventurous young man that we now consider our friend.During the process of booking the boat he always communicated promptly and thoroughly.We will DEFINITELY sail with Marko again.We were so blessed to be able to book with him.I could go on and on. Thank You Marko for a wonderful experience. Ken & Judy from Kansas City
Clear communication on routes and possibilities, trip was comfortable and as expected. Will be back with Marko.
Marko put together a great bespoke 2 day and 1 night trip for 6 of us which included several private bay swims on Brac, Hvar and Pakeni islands and a very special overnight stay offshore Milna on Hvar Island where a little boat from a restaurant picked us up from our mooring so we could watch the Champions League final on a big screen on shore. Marko provided lots of extra touches like masks/snorkels, inflatables, a bbq so we could cook lunch and wine from this family’s vineyards. We had variable weather so he did great to adjust the schedule accordingly. Very highly recommend
Great experience with marko!
Great service, amazing boat and excellent skipper. If you want someone who knows the local place, is super friendly and is an extraordinary skipper, go for this booking. Strongly recommend
Everything is great!
Everything is fine! Of course, it’s very hot in the cabins, but this is not Obramovich’s yacht. Captain cutie!
Marko is an excellent skipper with a lot of knowledge about the area. It offers many very positive recommendations (restaurants, beaches, etc). He is also very professional and friendly. Totally recommended. As a point to improve, I would only highlight that there was no paddle surf board.
Our trip has been great. Marko advised us to create the route over 4 days through the islands of Brac, Hvar and Vis, and the whole trip has been great. Our skipper, Marine, has been very attentive and has made the trip very pleasant, he has solved the unforeseen problems of the sea without problem and always transmitted a fantastic joy to everyone. We would certainly repeat. It has been a great experience for everyone. Many thanks to Marko and Marine!!
Offered by Marko
I am born and raised in Split, Croatia, and have grown up with the sea as my playground. I am 35 years old. After completing a Master’s degree in Economics, I have spent the last twelve years gaining experience in yacht charters in Croatia. As an adventurer, I adore exploring the unknown and filling my soul with amazing experiences. I have been driving motorboat and sailboats but I always prefer more sailboats. Sailing is a wonderful thing because it brings so many sensations into view. The rolling seas and the sparkle on the water in the distance, the wind on your face and in your hair, the sun shining on your body, and the boat gently heeling in the breeze while you are enjoying your sailing time. You sense a bit more freedom as you can go anywhere the wind blows you. Definitely regattas are one of my favorite things to do regarding the sailing. I did a lot of them in Adriatic sea. Since I was born on the sea, when I was younger I was sailing with my friends but last twelve years I was working as a skipper all around Dalmatian cost. As well as sailing and climbing mountains, traveling is my great passion, and I try to spend a couple of months each year getting to know a new part of the world. I've had life changing adventures such as climbing some of the highest peaks in the world, wandering through wild jungles, walking across hot deserts, and learning about the vibrant cultures of other continents. Definitely one of my bucket list things are sail around the world in my sailboat. My global travels and adventures taught me that with vision and hard work, the spectacular beauty of this amazing country is accessible to those seeking the sailing adventure of a lifetime.
Location
Location of the sailboat: Marina Spinut, Split
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