Gulet Charter Bodrum
Bodrum is the homeland of the gulet tradition. A timeless Blue Voyage through the turquoise bays of Gökova aboard handcrafted wooden gulets shaped by Turkish masters.
Best time to VisitJuly, August
LanguagesTurkish
CurrencyTRY
Local Time--:--
Why Choose a Bodrum Gulet Charter?
Bodrum gulet charter can be suitable for families and groups of friends who want to spend their days swimming, sharing meals together on deck and staying longer in each bay. In addition to separate cabins, gulets provide generous outdoor areas where the group can spend time together. Bodrum’s long association with the tradition of wooden gulet construction also connects gulet yacht charter directly with the destination.
Blue More Yachting recommends suitable gulets based on your group size, cabin requirements, expectations for deck space and itinerary preferences. Available options are presented with their charter rates, onboard equipment and booking terms. This allows the selection to reflect how your group wants to spend its time on board and whether the gulet is suitable for the planned itinerary.
Which Routes Can Be Planned for a Bodrum Gulet Charter?
Bodrum gulet charter itinerary can be shaped around both the places you want to visit and how you want to spend your time. If you prefer to focus on swimming and relaxing aboard a gulet reserved exclusively for your group, an itinerary into the Gulf of Gökova may be suitable. If you want to combine time at sea with historical and cultural visits, Datça and Knidos may be a better choice. Adding Kos introduces an international border crossing and requires time to be allocated for the necessary clearance formalities.
Route | Possible destinations | May Suit |
Gulf of Gökova | Orak Island, Sedir Island, Seven Islands | Groups prioritising swimming stops, time on deck and longer stays in bays |
Datça-Knidos | Kurubük, Palamutbükü, Knidos | Groups wishing to combine swimming stops with coastal and archaeological site visits |
Kos | Kos | Groups wishing to add a Greek island visit to their Bodrum charter. Valid travel documents are required. |
Gulf of Gökova Route
A Gulf of Gökova route leaves more time for swimming, relaxing on deck and having lunch in the bays instead of dividing each day among numerous stops. Orak Island can be visited early in the charter, while a route extending farther into the gulf can include Sedir Island and the bays around the Seven Islands.
Sedir Island offers more than a swimming stop. Guests can go ashore to see the remains of ancient Kedrai. Including both Sedir Island and the Seven Islands increases the daily cruising distance, so the number of stops should reflect how long you want to spend in each bay. The final route is shaped by the charter length, the gulet’s cruising characteristics, and the weather and sea conditions.
Datça Peninsula and Knidos Route
The Datça and Knidos route can suit groups that want to include time ashore and an archaeological site visit alongside swimming stops. Kurubük and Palamutbükü may be included for swimming and time on shore. At Knidos, located at the tip of the Datça Peninsula, visitors can explore the terraced remains of the ancient city and its northern and southern harbours. When Knidos is included, sufficient time should be allowed for the archaeological site visit as well as the passage itself.
As the Gulf of Gökova lies between the Bodrum and Datça peninsulas, Gökova and Datça can be combined within the same itinerary to a certain extent. However, including stops deeper within the gulf together with Datça and Knidos may increase daily cruising distances.
Kos Itinerary
Kos itinerary may be considered by groups wishing to include a Greek island visit in their Bodrum yacht charter. All guests must, however, hold valid travel documents. Visa requirements vary according to nationality and passport type, while the gulet’s entry and exit formalities depend on its flag, registration status and the designated port of entry. Crossing time may also vary according to the departure point, the gulet’s cruising characteristics and sea conditions. The time required for the crossing and border formalities may reduce the time available in the bays of Gökova or Datça.
How to Choose a Gulet for Your Bodrum Charter?
Guest numbers and cabin layout provide a useful starting point when choosing a gulet, but total capacity alone is not enough. The distribution of double and twin cabins should suit your group’s sleeping arrangements. If you plan to spend a significant part of the day on deck, consider whether the dining area can accommodate the entire group, along with the amount of shaded seating and sunbathing space available.
If water sports are a priority, confirm which equipment is available on the selected gulet. If amenities such as air conditioning and internet access are important to you, how and when they are available should also be verified before booking. Current availability, the charter rate and any additional expenses charged separately should be compared before making the final selection.
Share your guest numbers, preferred dates, cabin requirements and itinerary priorities with Blue More Yachting.
Let's plan your itinerary together.
Selected Gulets for Bodrum
See All YachtsDiscover our gulets ideal for the sheltered bays of Gökova, featuring spacious decks and experienced Crew. Options with 4–8 Cabins, crafted with the wooden workmanship of the Bodrum school.
Other Turkey Gulet Charter Yacht Charter Destinations
How it Works : Step by Step
Share your preferences and travel plans with us.
Select one of the yachts we recommend and make your reservation.
Enjoy the sea vacation of your dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Milas-Bodrum Airport is the main airport serving Bodrum gulet charters and is approximately 36 kilometres from central Bodrum. Transfer time to the embarkation marina varies according to its location and traffic conditions.
The Bodrum gulet charter season generally runs from May to October. Demand is higher in July and August, while the weather and sea may be cooler in May and October. The month should be selected with the intended itinerary, swimming preferences and gulet availability in mind.
A Bodrum gulet charter may suit families and groups of friends who wish to organise their days around swimming stops, meals on deck and time in bays. Guest numbers, cabin distribution and deck layout should all be considered when selecting a gulet.
A one-week charter may suit groups wishing to include several places on a Gulf of Gökova or Datça-Knidos itinerary. The scope of the itinerary depends on daily cruising distances and how much time you wish to spend in each bay.
Gulets may suit itineraries centred on deck use, separate cabins and time spent in bays. Motor yachts can be considered by groups wishing to cover longer daily distances in less time, while wind-powered sailing is a more prominent part of the experience aboard a sailing yacht. Actual performance and living areas vary with the individual yacht’s design.
Modern charter gulets generally cruise under engine power. Sails may be raised when the gulet’s equipment, wind and sea conditions allow, but sailing cannot be guaranteed as part of every charter itinerary.
Cabin count and guest capacity vary by gulet. Smaller gulets may suit families or groups with fewer guests, while larger models provide more cabins for extended groups. When comparing options, check the maximum overnight guest capacity and the distribution of double and twin cabins, as the total cabin count alone does not show whether the layout suits your group.
Kos may be included when the charter duration permits and the selected gulet is authorised for international passage. All guests must hold the required travel documents and, where applicable, a valid visa.
For peak-season dates, it is advisable to enquire as early as possible, particularly if you have fixed travel dates, a preferred gulet or specific cabin requirements. Availability changes throughout the season, so the selected gulet and dates must be confirmed at the time of booking.
The charter rate generally covers use of the gulet, the services of the captain and onboard team, and basic equipment. Fuel, food and beverages, and marina fees are charged separately in most quotations. Some gulets manage these variable expenses through an Advance Provisioning Allowance, or APA. VAT, border formalities and optional services should be checked in the quotation and charter agreement.
