Bareboat Charter Bodrum — Sail on Your Own Terms

Bareboat Charter Bodrum — The Freedom to Sail Your Way

Bareboat charter in Bodrum gives experienced sailors complete independence — a well-maintained yacht, fully equipped, handed over to you at the marina. No skipper, no crew, no constraints. Just you, the helm, and Turkey's spectacular Aegean coastline.

Bodrum is one of the world's great sailing destinations for independent charterers. With well-marked channels, excellent marina infrastructure, and a variety of anchorages from sheltered family bays to dramatic open-sea passages, it caters to sailors at every skill level.

Who Is Bareboat Charter For?

Bareboat charter is ideal for:

• Experienced recreational sailors with valid RYA, ASA, or ICC certification
• Sailing clubs looking for an affordable group adventure
• Families or couples where at least one member is a qualified skipper
• Yacht delivery professionals who simply want a great sailing holiday

Licence Requirements

To charter bareboat in Turkey, the designated skipper must hold:

• RYA Day Skipper (or equivalent) as a minimum
• ICC (International Certificate of Competence) — required by Turkish maritime law
• Experience log appropriate to the size of vessel
• Valid passport and identification

All documentation is verified at the time of charter contract signing.

Our Bareboat Fleet

Sailing Yachts (€1,500–5,000/week)

Modern monohulls from leading brands (Beneteau, Jeanneau, Bavaria, Dufour). Sizes from 35 to 50 feet. 3–5 cabins, 6–10 berths.

Catamarans (€2,500–8,000/week)

Lagoon, Leopard, and Fountaine Pajot models. 3–5 cabins, 6–12 berths. The most popular choice for family bareboat charters thanks to exceptional stability.

All vessels are:

• Under 5 years old (regularly refreshed fleet)
• Fitted with modern chartplotters and navigation equipment
• Fully safety-equipped to Turkish Maritime Authority standards
• Provisioned with standard galley kit

What's Included in Bareboat Charter

Included:

• Chartered vessel (fully cleaned and checked)
• All safety equipment
• Chartplotter with Turkish and Aegean charts
• Outboard dinghy
• Snorkel gear set
• Standard galley equipment (crockery, pots, pans)
• Yacht insurance (third-party and hull)

Not Included:

• Crew (this is bareboat — you are the skipper)
• Fuel (metered on return or paid at marina)
• Provisioning (food and drink — we can arrange pre-delivery)
• Marina fees at non-home ports
• Personal insurance

Optional Add-Ons:

• Provisioning package (breakfast items, drinks, essentials)
• Professional skipper (convert to crewed charter for a supplement)
• Satellite phone or additional safety equipment

Sailing Conditions in Bodrum

Bodrum offers excellent conditions for independent sailors:

• Meltemi winds (Force 3–5) — predictable NW winds ideal for coastal cruising, typically July–August
• Well-charted waters — good paper and electronic charts available
• Multiple safe anchorages — dozens of sheltered bays in Gökova Gulf
• 24-hour marina facilities — at Bodrum, Turgutreis, Datça and beyond

Forecast resources: Windguru, Windy, and Turkish Met Office (Meteoroloji Genel Müdürlüğü) all available online.

Recommended Bareboat Routes

Easy Week — Gökova Gulf Loop (~90nm)
Bodrum → Orak → Çökertme → English Harbour → Cleopatra's Bay → Yedi Adalar → Longöz → Bodrum

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Intermediate Week — Datça Peninsula (~130nm)
Bodrum → Kara Ada → Palamutbükü → Knidos → Datça → Bozburun → Selimiye → Bodrum

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Advanced — Cross to Greek Islands (licence + transit log required)
Bodrum → Kos → Rhodes → Symi → Marmaris → Bodrum