Charter Destinations

Discover the Turkish Coast by Yacht
Turkey’s southwest coast stretches from the Aegean Sea to the Mediterranean, with sheltered bays and coves close together. Sailing distances are short, and the anchorages are well protected. Lively harbour towns alternate with long stretches of untouched shoreline. In a single day you can swim in a quiet cove at breakfast, walk through ancient ruins in the afternoon and have dinner in a fishing village at sunset. Each destination below opens onto a different stretch of coast, so your starting point shapes the whole route.

The Main Charter Bases

Marmaris
Marmaris is one of Turkey’s leading yachting hubs. It has large marinas with full services and a natural harbour surrounded by pine-covered hills. Because it sits where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, it is an ideal base for routes in both directions: west towards the Bozburun and Datca peninsulas, or east towards Fethiye and Gocek. The town offers plenty of restaurants, bars and shopping, and quiet bays such as Kumlubuk, Serce and Bozukkale are within easy reach.

Fethiye
Fethiye combines a lively harbour town with some of the most famous sights on the Turkish coast. Lycian rock tombs are carved into the cliffs above the town. Nearby are the Oludeniz Lagoon and Butterfly Valley, which you can only reach by sea. Fethiye is also the classic starting point for blue cruises along the Lycian coast towards Kas, Kekova and Olympos, so it works well for both round trips and one-way routes.

Gocek
Gocek is just a short drive from Dalaman Airport, which makes it one of the easiest places to start a charter. The small, stylish town has several modern marinas and opens onto the Gulf of Fethiye and its Twelve Islands, one of the calmest and most sheltered cruising areas in Turkey. Short hops between turquoise coves, pine forests that reach the water’s edge and excellent seafood restaurants on the bays make Gocek a favourite for families and first-time charterers.

Bodrum
Bodrum is the Aegean’s most famous yachting town, known for its medieval castle, its busy marina and its restaurants, beach clubs and nightlife. From Bodrum, the Gulf of Gokova opens up with green bays such as English Harbour and Seven Islands. The surrounding waters are known for steady afternoon winds that sailing yachts enjoy. Bodrum suits guests who want to combine a lively social scene with days spent at quiet anchorages.

More Destinations Along the Coast

Datca & Bozburun
The Datca and Bozburun peninsulas are among the least developed parts of the Turkish coast. Small fishing villages, almond and olive groves, and secluded anchorages can often be reached only by boat. This area is perfect for guests looking for peace, nature, and authentic local life.

Dalaman
Dalaman is the main gateway to the region thanks to its international airport. It is the starting point for most charters in Gocek, Fethiye and Marmaris.

Kas, Kekova & Demre
Between Kas and Demre, the coastline becomes wilder and more dramatic, with mountains rising straight from the sea. Kas is a relaxed harbour town with some of the clearest water in Turkey, and it is a favourite spot for snorkelling and diving. Kekova is known for its sunken city ruins lying just below the surface and for Simena, a castle village that can only be reached by boat. Demre is home to the Church of St Nicholas and to the rock tombs and theatre of ancient Myra.

Olympos, Cirali, Kemer & Antalya
Olympos and Cirali combine ancient ruins hidden in the forest with a long natural beach where sea turtles nest. Above Cirali, the eternal flames of Chimera have burned on the mountainside since ancient times. Kemer has a modern marina and sits at the foot of the Taurus Mountains. Antalya, with its international airport and historic old harbour in Kaleici, is a convenient start or finish point for one-way cruises along the Lycian coast.