Gökova Coast: Gulet Tour past Cleopatra’s Island
One day charter
18 hours
Flexible dates
Turkey
Bodrum
One day charter
18 hours
Flexible dates
Turkey
Bodrum
Gulet Arabella, completely refit in 2021, is a wooden gulet of about 105 ft with four cabins and four heads, suited for up to eight guests. The layout includes a master, a VIP and two convertible cabins that can be used either as double or twin.
Possible route (overnight)
Departure from Bodrum marina and run along the peninsula. The first stop is Orak Island. Steep rock walls and clear water, the bottom reads from the stern and light plays on limestone. Orak is known for snorkel and dive spots, boats usually anchor in sheltered pockets inside the coves.
Next a short stop in Tavşan Burnu Bay, also known as Rabbit Bay. Low pine coast and fine sand, the water here warms faster than on open sides. The bay is used for quiet swimming and SUP without chop.
By weather the route may continue toward Gökova Gulf and Sedir Island, also known as Cleopatra Island. The beach is known for its very light sand, locally said to have been brought here in antiquity. From shore the traces of the ancient city of Kedrai and old walls are visible, the anchorage gives shallow water for landing.
A separate scenario is a crossing toward Kos subject to paperwork. The course then leads to Pserimos and Kalymnos. Pserimos is a small Greek island with sandy coves and tavernas at the beach, landing is possible. Kalymnos is known for fishing culture and sponge diving, the houses stand close to the waterline and read directly from the boat.
Included: snorkel gear, SUP board, final cleaning, crew of four (skipper, cook, two deckhands), Turkish transit log, tender with outboard, bed linen and towels, full board, soft drinks package
Not included: local alcohol package (25 € per person), Milas airport (BJV) to Bodrum one way (70 € per person), Dalaman airport (DLM) to Göcek one way (70 € per person)
Cabins
4
Places
8
Toilets
4
Year of construction
2007
Length, m
32
Wi-Fi & Internet
Stand up paddle
Air condition
Experienced captain
Languages
English
Russian
Serbo-Croatian
About me
Maxim Smirnov
Yacht Skipper • Sailing Instructor • Racer
About me:
Sailing since childhood, yachting since my teens, and a life at sea.
I’m inspired by the adrenaline of race starts and the thrill of fighting for seconds, but nothing beats the pleasure of an unhurried cruise: when the sail catches the wind and there’s good food, easy conversation, and a crew you truly want to share the sea with.
I’m happy to share the helm, become part of the team, and help others feel the boat the way I do.
How I can help:
— Skipper for cruising and racing projects
— Instructor for beginner and advanced sailors
— Participant and organizer of corporate regattas and team-building events
— Preparing yacht crews and boats for racing
Key facts:
— Sailing since 1987; graduate of a St. Petersburg sports school (classes: Optimist, Cadet, 420, 470)
— Cruising yachting since 1994 (Quarter Ton class, Open 800, Raketa 970, and charter yachts)
— Independently built and skippered the yacht Flavis (32 ft, Raketa 970)
— 10+ years of teaching experience in yachting (IYT, ISSA)
— 10,000+ miles on offshore passages
Licenses and certificates:
— RYA Day Skipper (since 2012)
— ISSA YachtMaster Offshore (since 2016)
— GIMS, Ministry of Transport (sailing vessel skipper, since 2012)
— STCW-95, VHF, First Aid
Racing experience:
— Regattas on dinghies and sport yachts
— Podium finisher at the Russian Cup in Quarter Ton and Open 800 (GP26) classes
— Participant in ORC European Championships and Gotland Runt (AF Offshore Race, Sweden)
— Regattas in Turkey, the Baltics, Sweden, and Russia
Corporate projects:
— CG Sailing Cup (Montenegro, Croatia)
— Synergy Business Regatta (Montenegro)
— TechnoRegatta 100Captains 2024 (Montenegro)
Deliveries:
— Canary Islands – Madeira – Málaga (46 ft, skipper)
— Le Havre – Lisbon – Barcelona (53 ft, first mate)
— Malta – Canary Islands (53 ft, first mate)
The sea for me is work, sport, and a way of life.
And every new project is a chance to share this passion with a crew and make another journey unforgettable.
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