Gulets are traditional handmade wooden boats of southcoast of Turkey. They are motor sailors with a full ketch, schooner, gulet or gaff riggings. Gulets range in size from 4 to 12 cabins, each cabin with its ensuite toilet and shower facilities. The crew have their own quarters. On deck, there is a large space with sun mattresses, for people to enjoy the sun. Aft deck and mid-deck have sun awnings, spacious area with cushioned seats, large dining table where people get together for meals, to talk, to play cards, or just to relax during the day in a more cool area. Additionally, there is an indoor lounge with a dining table and a bar, big enough to seat all the guests, if they prefer to dine or relax below the deck. There is a full equipped galley,where the meals are prepared.

A crew of three or four (captain, deckhand, cook) are continuously at your service. They make sure that everything runs smoothly, and provide you with all your needs.

There are classic itineraries that are followed, but changes can be made according to your requests. Although gulet charter is for a week or two, with arrivals and departures mostly on Saturdays, adjustments can be made according to your plans (e.g 5 days cruise from Sat-Wed). The ports of embarkation and disembarkation can be the same or different. If you have no idea about your itinerary, we will offer you possible itineraries for you to choose among.

The duration of the daily cruises set to be as short as possible, letting the clients to have enough free time to spend as they wish. That's why gulets are cruising with engine, but whenever there is a suitable wind and if you are crazy for sailing, the captain is ready to set the sails on. The daily routine on board is 3-4 hours cruising, and the rest of the day to be spent exploring one of the secluded, pine covered bays along the coast, sunbathing on the deck, swimming in clear turquoise waters, snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing, or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful nature. Once you are at anchorage, you may have a trip to shore, where you trek in the wild nature and explore the caves, visit one of the numerous ancient sites or a nearby village, where you meet native people.

Food and Drinks: Before starting your cruise, it is necessary to stock the yacht with food and other provisions. Main shopping is done at the port of embarkation. During your charter, additional shopping will be done at ports where you are stopping for fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, etc. as needed.

All meals can be provided on board by paying additional full board supplement. This price includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and some drinks (tea,coffee, water served during the meals). All other drinks (soft or alcoholic) are available on board at extra cost. If you want, you may take a full board from the boat but supply your own drinks. To fulfill your requirements and to make sure we do our best, "Food and Drinks Preference Form" will be sent to you. This form to be returned to us 2 weeks prior to Charter.

The clients, if they prefer, can buy their own food and drinks. In that case, they have to buy food for the crew as well. Even if you do your own shopping, the crew will be in charge of cooking, serving the meals and cleaning.

Helpful Tips For Gulet Cruisers

Space on gulets is limited, so travel light ! Do not bring a rigid suitcase, use soft (canvas) luggage that can be stored under the bed. Life on board is informal. You won't need much daytime clothing. Just your swimwear, a pair of shorts, and a top for when you have had too much sun. You may need a sweat shirt or tracksuit for late nights on deck (particularly at the beginning or end of season)

Things you will need
a towel for sunbathing and taking ashore
a sweater for evenings
washing powder or travel wash is useful
suntan lotion or cream (not suntan oil to avoid slipping on/or staining the deck) mosquito repellent (you can buy this when you arrive)
a pair of cheap canvas or plastic shoes you don't mind getting wet for use on the windsurf or on rocks
cigarettes, if you are a smoker. They are sometimes hard to find at sea.
adequate insurance to cover watersports
gratuity for the captain and the crew (at your own discretion)
snorkeling equipment for keen snorkellers. There are several sets on board, but you may have to wait your turn.
a travel adapter for any of your electrical appliances. The Turkish system is two round pins.

Things you won't need
a lot of warm clothing
towels for the cabin and toilet paper. They are provided by the boat.
a lot of Turkish money. It is best to change your cash or travelers cheque locally, as required.

Important Points To Note

Normally, on air-conditioned boats, the generator will not run throughout the night, due to noise.
Smoking is not allowed in the cabins.
The tender can be run by a member of the crew and its use is restricted.
The common practice is to to take off the shoes and be "barefoot" on board. If you don't like to be barefoot, have a pair of shoe (deckshoe, canvas shoe) to be used only on board.
You can draw cash from your credit cards at cash dispensers, banks or change offices. But cards cannot be used in all places.
You may like to bring your favorite CDs or tapes to enjoy during your cruise.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, bad weather conditions or for your own safety, the planned itinerary may have to be changed at a short notice. The Captain's decision is final in all matters.