Catamaran Charter Turkey

Catamaran Charter Turkey

On your Turkey catamaran charter you can enjoy the best of the Aegean Sea coastline, from the fun sailing to ancient ruins and sheltered bays. Don’t forget the excellent Turkish cuisine!

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Catamarans are the fastest growing type of charter yacht at the moment and once you’ve sailed on one it’s easy to see why. In terms of your ideal catamaran charter think of locations like Thailand, the Ionian Islands, BVI (British Virgin Islands), Croatian Adriatic, Ibiza, French riviera and Mallorca for your sailing adventure.

Types of Catamarans Available For Rent Or Charter In Turkey:

When searching a geographical area on Borrow A Boat you can filter by the below boat types. There is also the option to further filter your searches by price, the number of guests, cabins or bathrooms, what year the catamaran yacht was launched, the boat length and the boat manufacturer.

Types of Catamarans Available:

Sailing Catamarans: Sailing catamaran yachts are stable and spacious, with quick sailing performance, and and have been gaining in popularity in recent years. Better for larger groups, they have lots of room for water toys, and are big enough for a little privacy. A catamaran charter is easy and comfortable for novices not used to heeling and are loved by families due to their extra space when compared to a monohull sailing yacht. Typically far more luxurious than a sailboat the larger catamarans have en suite toilets and showers in the cabin as well as ample entertaining space in the saloon and on deck.

Power Catamaran: These motor boat are relatively new but have also been gaining in popularity as the two hulls keep the boat more stable when compared to a monohull. The wider beam also means more deck space and as they don’t have sails or a mast, they have a lot more space on deck than a sailing catamaran rental or monohull. For a luxury catamaran charter, consider taking a crewed catamaran charter sailing vacation with an experienced skipper.

Catamaran Sailing Areas In Turkey

Whether on a crewed gulet charter or bareboat catamaran charter in Turkey, there is a lot of choice when it comes to your catamaran sailing holiday.

With Gocek and Fethiye the main centres, the western Lycian coast is one where you can go on a relatively quiet and laid back Turkey private yacht charter. A large natural bay mostly sheltered from the prevailing Meltemi winds, you will find quiet anchorages like Kapi Creek and moor in a secluded bay such as Wall Bay or Cold Water Bay, with one restaurant and only goats for company. Sail along the coastline and explore the beautiful Turkish coast, wandering sandy beaches all to yourself.

Bounded by the busy towns of Marmaris and Bodrum, the Turquoise Coast (aka the Turkish Riviera) is going to be a yacht chartering holiday with a bit more of a pulse! Bodrum is a very traditional holiday resort and popular with the country’s elite, and Marmaris is an important port for the country. Our team would be happy to help plan your Turkey yacht charter itinerary

Based in Istanbul, a Marmara Sea yacht charter is one where you will be able to sail between the continents of Europe and Asia in a short hop. this part of the Turkish coastline is an ancient border of civilisations you will enjoy the cultural attractions from the timeless city of Istanbul to island hopping around Marmara Adasi.

Crewed Catamaran Charter or Bareboat:

When it comes to a Turkey catamaran charter you typically have two choices - bareboat or crewed charter.

When using Borrow A Boat you can filter all catamaran searches to be with or without skipper depending on what charter yachts you are looking for and below we cover some of the main points to consider for your catamaran hire.

*Blue Cruise / Gulet charter:* You can do a crewed, blue cruise catamaran charter in Turkey. This form of luxury yacht charter gives you the advantage of being able to get afloat without having to invest in getting sailing qualifications beforehand. For a luxury gulet you will pay a fixed fee for the crew and skipper as well as their food and a tip at the end.

When you get to a luxury yacht charter with crew these prices will increase and costs also depend on where you plan to sail to along with the size and type of yacht rental on your sailing holiday.

In some cases, skippers will also be the boat owner (typically day charter) which means they will know all the best - secluded beaches to show you the best that the area has to offer with their local knowledge.

For day trips you will often be able to use a skipper as well and prices will vary depending on the type of charter boat.

*Bareboat* *Catamaran Charter:* For skilled sailors, a bareboat yacht charter is cheaper and gives more privacy for you and your charter guests. Many sailors prefer to be helming the charter yacht while choosing their own course, and provided you have the knowledge and relevant qualifications you can skipper these boats yourself.

Do You Need A Licence To Charter A Catamaran In Turkey

If you are on a crewed Turkey catamaran charter you do not need a license to sail - you can just turn up at the marina and go.

You do need a license if you are on a bareboat yacht charter and in some countries a day skipper or ICC may not be enough for boats over 45 feet in length, you will need to check with the charter agent but here are some examples of typical sailing qualifications that will allow you to charter in most countries:

*International Certificate of Competence:* **This is issued on request by your European sailing authority and you should automatically qualify with certain national sailing qualifications.

*RYA Qualifications:* If you have the following qualifications you will typically be able to take a bareboat charter out of Thailand (but it is worth checking as per above), these include Day Skipper**, Coastal Skipper** (**sail or motor endorsement) or Yachtmaster.*

*American* *Sailing* *Association (ASA):* The ASA 104 Bareboat certificate is commonly accepted but also check as per above

*US Sailing:* The International Proficiency Certificate is widely accepted and The Bareboat Cruising Certificate is also accepted in many cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I consider when hiring a Catamaran?

The main points to consider are what is your budget, have you got the necessary sailing experience and qualifications to manage the boat if it’s not going to have a skipper, whom you are taking sailing, where exactly you wish to go and what will the weather be like on the proposed dates of your trip.

Do you have to pay a deposit when hiring a Catamaran in Turkey?

You will typically pay 50% up front on booking the catamaran hire and the balance on arrival. You will either pay a security deposit with your credit card on departure or can get insurance covering damage in advance. In some cases (such as the recent Covid situation) charter companies may be more flexible but this depends on the individual charter companies themselves.

What happens if my Catamaran breaks down?

If you are at sea and in danger, call MAYDAY on VHF Ch16 or ring the coast guard on your phone if you have reception. If you have a mechanical fault and can make it to or are on a mooring you will be able to phone a help line number given by the boat charter company and they can typically send someone from the charter base

What should I think of before I hire a Catamaran in Turkey?

You should consider do you have the experience to handle the catamaran before you book and where do you want to go along with what the weather will be like. Bring warm weather and cool weather clothing if it looks like the weather can be cool as well as warm and remember at sea it can be cool in the evenings.

What Qualifications Do I need to hire a Catamaran?

If you want to sail without a skipper then you will need relevant qualifications like RYA Day Skipper/International Certificate of Competence (ICC)/ASA 104 Bareboat certificate or the US Sailing Certificate. If you choose to have a skipper on board your catamaran you won’t require licences.