Hiring a boat is the ideal way to explore Turkey and its impressively long coastline. With a length that spans over 8,000 km long and bordered by The Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Marmara Sea, you cannot miss the chance to enjoy a yacht charter in Turkey. Turkey has numerous well-equipped marinas where you can easily find the ideal catamaran, sailboat, motor yacht, gulet or speedboat of your choice. You can directly contact the owners for the ideal boat or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.
You have plenty of options:
You can book and hire a sailboat or speedboat with a skipper, or without if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise along the Turkish Riviera. You can also rent a motorboat and enjoy a half-day cruise with a small group and roam inaccessible beaches of Turkey. With the option to book a catamaran you can throw a birthday or bachelor party, organize a family reunion or host a business promotional event with larger groups. Finally, you can hire a luxury yacht or gulet for a week or two, taking your time to explore Gocek, Bodrum, Antalya and many hidden gems in the Mediterranean Sea.
Turkey is a place full of adventures and beauty; from hot air balloons to ancient architecture, we can find everything here. It's popular among tourists all around the world who come for many different travel purposes. Some come to explore the Turkish and Roman history and taste the traditional cuisine, while others come for adventures up the mountains or by the coast. Istanbul is a trans-continental metropolis featuring 2,500 years of history: the old Byzantine basilica Ayasofya, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar are worth visiting.
In central Anatolia you can come across the capital of Turkey, Ankara which exhibits a museum of civilizations, a 4,000 year old Lion’s gate, fairy chimneys and spectacular mosques. Besides sightseeing, this beautiful travel destination has two small towns well suited for yacht tourism and boat renting. Gocek is a small town situated in the district of Fethiye and Bodrum is a city located in the heart of a peninsula on the Aegean coast. Both cities revolve around the sailor’s world. Gocek has fascinating geographical features like coves, islands, and a breathtaking bay which makes it well suited for a sailing adventure. Plus, the town of Gocek gives you the opportunity to visit many historical places nearby including the Fethiye museum, Xanthos, Pinara, Telmessos, and Patara. Bodrum points back to its ancient self: the city of Halicarnassus that gives an amazing vibe of history and the modern-day Turkey. The mausoleum of Halicarnassus is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The fragments and ruins of the ancient city are scattered throughout making it a fascinating destination to visit and explore. Bodrum and Gocek may be prominent tourist destinations in Turkey but Marmaris, Orhaniye and Antalya are also ideal getaway spots to the Turquoise Coast. Nevertheless, with your boat rental in Turkey and the many vessels the BednBlue platform offers, you will most certainly have an unforgettable vacation with your family and friends.
Turkey has many islands, pretty coves, blue-flagged beaches and well-developed marinas making it perfect for a boat charter. A memorable day trip or an afternoon cruise would be ideally spent in Istanbul. Along the Bosphorus you can sail towards the Black Sea and find both public and private beaches. Caddebostan Beach and Burc Beach are two excellent choices, the former is part of Istanbul’s coast and the latter is part of the Black Sea with water sport activities and parties you can participate in during summer. To distance yourself from the fast-paced metropolitan beat of Istanbul, you can even make your way to the Dardanelles strait, a gateway to inland Anatolia. At the tip of Anatolia you can extend your cruise and reach Izmir or Cesme. If you prefer, you can start your trip from Canakkale on the southern coast of Dardanelles which gives easy access to Gallipoli, a beautiful city but also a strategic peninsula during the first world war known as the ‘Pearl of the Ionian Sea’.
For a 7-day yacht charter in Turkey, you can explore Gocek, Bodrum or enjoy a longer cruise on the southwest side. The location of Gocek has the privilege of being the deepest point in the Fethiye bay while being sheltered by pine-clad mountains that enhance the look of the scenery as a whole. Moreover, Fethiye Bay has still and clear waters, which can be very helpful for people who aren't used to sailing boats in open sea waters or prefer to go bareboat. Along with this, you can explore the various coves and islands in Gocek as well. It may be known for the 12 islands, but there is much more than that, giving you ample places to explore and visit. The most popular islands in Gocek are the Yassica Islands, Gocek Island, Zeytin Island, Tersane Island, and Pig Island. Besides, during the travel between the different islands, you can definitely explore the rock tombs of the Lycian period as well as the ruins of the Byzantine monastery near Tersane Island. There are also several beaches near the Gocek town, such as the popular blue lagoon of Olu Deniz, Inlice beach, Gocek Island beaches, etc. Furthermore, the waterfront of town is covered with various bars and restaurants, providing excellent food and leisure spots within the town.
If you want an ideal location for isolation you can drop anchor with your catamaran or sailboat in the bay of Skopea. Last but not least, Gocek is 30 min from the international Dalaman airport, which makes it easy and less time-consuming to board a flight or wait for friends and family.
Bodrum has long been a city with numerous passing vessels, with sailing experts and captains that plan yacht voyages across the Bodrum bay. You can rent the best yacht in Bodrum for your excursion according to your budget as the place has a lot of options from the main marina. Apart from the availability of catamarans, sailboats and motor yachts, Bodrum has many gulets available for those excited to enjoy an authentic island experience. Bodrum has many islands nearby, such as Karaada island, full of nice healing springs in its cave. Even Cleopatra is claimed to use those mineral-rich mud for the beauty of her skin. Regardless, the island is soothing and ideal for a stop on a boat trip in Turkey. Furthermore, along with the beach of Karaada, you can visit the other islands too, that include Orak Island, Kargi Island, Kizilada Island, etc.
As for beaches, you see plenty of those in Bodrum too, like Fener beach: which is best suited for water sports. However, if you want to eat at one of the best fish restaurants on the peninsula, then you should visit the Gümüslük beach as it has the best fresh fish restaurants. Lastly, if you wish to spend a calm and peaceful day at the beach, you should head towards the Kadikalesi or Gumbet beach. Finally, Antalya is in southwestern Turkey, very popular among many sailors who want to enjoy the long beaches part of the Mediterranean Sea. You cannot miss the chance to visit Konyaalti beach, a famous beach with plenty of space for fun and a proud holder of the Blue Flag. There is something for everyone who wants to enjoy a boating holiday in Turkey, whether it's with a skipper or without, a day cruise or a week trip, you will always come back with a wonderful experience.
Below you will find some useful information for your boat trips in Turkey.
Atakoy Marina, Istanbul: The first marina of Istanbul awarded with 5 Golden Anchors. There is 24-hour security and perfect anchorage for all types of yachts. There is a restaurant, market, health and sports center and outdoor parking (for 1200 cars) available near the marina.
Atakoy Marina is 7 km away from Ataturk International Airport.
Ataturk International Airport receives flights from nearly 350 destinations, with over 200 million passengers yearly.
Çanakkale Marina: A small marina on the western end of the Dardanelles with fuel, good provisioning and all-around shelter for yachts.
Canakkale Marina is 2.2 km away from The Canakkale Airport
Port village Gocek /Marinturk: 5 minutes from the town of Mugla in the Fethiye district. This port offers all kinds of facilities for private yacht charters and has maintenance-repair services. There are another 5 marinas in Gocek, all offering over 150 berths for yachts and perfect accommodations.
Gocek Village port is 20 minutes from the International Dalaman Airport.
Ece Marina, Fethiye: A luxury marina famous for day trips to the Blue lagoon or a 12 islands boat trip. It offers a capacity of 460 berths and is open year-round with showers, toilets, electricity and water supplies. Guests can also spend their day in the resort of Ece Saray which offers world-class treatments, sports, massages and a sauna is also available.
Ece Marina is 45 minutes away from the Dalaman Airport.
Yes Marina, Fethiye/Mugla: Lies in the southwest corner of Fethiye Bay and has a jetty that can moor up to 30 yachts. There is a restaurant and café bar nearby and to reach the town center you can either take the bus or walk for 15-20 minutes.
Marti Marina, Marmaris: Offers a berthing capacity of 380 yachts and all sorts of provisions are available. There is 24-hour security and an all round-shelter. Perfect for day trips to Orhaniye.
Yalikavak Marina, Bodrum: A capacity of 620 berths with 24-hour security and assistance. There is a car park, supermarket, clinic & Pharmacy, laundry services, shopping malls, restaurants and nightclubs nearby. A top marina in Turkey; very well-equipped to accommodate the most prestigious yachts.
Setur Antalya Marina: 10 km away from the center of Antalya city offering a berthing capacity of 235 yachts. All kinds of provisions are found here, including a restaurant, bar and market within the marina grounds.
Setur Antalya Marina is 30 km away from the Antalya International Airport.
There are many ferry routes from One side of Turkey to the other. There are also many ferry routes from Greek islands to Turkey, some of the most popular ones are Lesvos to Turkey and Rhodes to Turkey.
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