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| Yachting
in Turkey |
Southern
Coast of Turkey |
From Kas to
Antalya |
| When to Sail |
From
Bodrum to Marmaris |
Gulets |
| Underwater Diving |
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| Marinas in Turkey |
From Fethiye to
Kas |
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The azure waters of the Mediterranean, Aegean,
Marmara and Black Sea surround Turkey to the
south, west and north, making a treasure chest of
coves, inlets, bays and beaches in which yachtsmen
can choose a different and private anchorage each night.
The sailing paradise of Turkey is also home to the |
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Blue Journey(Blue Voyage), an idyllic cruise which travels to
the
private beach of Cleopatra, the eternal fires of Mount Olimpos and the
remains of thousands
of ancient civilisations.
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Sailing in
Turkey also allows visitors to experience the hospitality of the people in
the
coastal villages and towns. The tempered winds blowing from west and
northwest make the
long summers ideal for yachting, and seem to encourage an appreciation of
nature. From
some of the turquoise coast's unspoilt and sheltered bays you can see
mountain peaks
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Yachting on the Southern coast of Turkey
This is
said to be worlds one of the best crusing areas from April to October and
offers
an ideal climate to all those who are interested in sailing or cruising.
You would enjoy
the natural beauties but also the rich historical sites and combination
of various cultures. |
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From Bodrum
to Marmaris
The undisputed hot-spot of the Aegean Coast, Bodrum is a swinging, singing,
dancing town
and its bohemian atmosphere gathers together Turkey's artists, intellectuals
and lovers of
the good life.
An impressive medieval castle built by the Knights of Rhodes guards the
entrance to
Bodrum's dazzling blue bay, in which the Aegean and the Mediterranean Seas
meet. The
Castle of St Peter (Bodrum Castle) now houses the Museum of Underwater
Archaeology.
Shopping
here is a delight for souvenirs hunters, and the Bodrum Turban Marina is one
best- equipped in the region.
One of
the best anchorages is the scenic Akbuk, hidden behind a forested hill.
Sedir Island
(ancient Cedrai) boasts an incredible beach with fine sand scattered with
fossils, and great
views of the Kiran Mountains
across the bay.
The town
of Datca has become a popular stopover for yachts, and offers many seafood
restaurants, pubs and discos.
In the
Gulf of Hisaronu is the peaceful Kecibuku Bay. The mountains and forests
surrounding
the Korfez Marina has a rich natural beauty, and the long Kizilkumu has a
natural sand
formation. After the Gulf of Hisaronu, the town of Bozburun is hidden away
in its own
exclusive inlet, and famous as one of the gulette-building centres in
Turkey. Kumlubuk, a
turquoise paradise, lies on the southern side of the bay, and above the
water on the northern
side is the Rhodian city of Amos. The natural harbour at Turunc opens out
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From
Marmarais to Fethiye
Marmaris
Bay resembles
a calm lake and offers ideal mooring for yachts. The Marmaris
Netsel Marina, one of the largest and best-equipped in Turkey, and the
Marmaris Albatros
Marina, one of the best for wintering and maintaining yachts, make Marmaris
an excellent
starting point for the Blue Voyage tour of the Aegean Coast.
Delikli
Island lies right off the coast, southeast of Ekincik. Dalyan Delta, has a
long, golden,
sandy beach at its mouth and is a nature conservation area and a refuge for
sea turtles
(caretta caretta) and blue crabs. At a bend in the river, high on the
cliff-face above the
fascinating ancient harbour-city of Caunos, magnificent tombs were carved
into the rocks.
Sailing southeast from Delikli Island, the next destination is Sarigerme.
The
Gulf of Gocek is one of the Mediterranean's best sailing spots. Dotted with
islands and
indented with many coves, its land and seascapes are irresistible. The ruins
of Arymaxa, an
ancient city at the southern tip of the gulf, lie at the edge of the azure
waters. Opposite on
Tersane Island stand Byzantine ruins, including those of the ancient
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From Fethiye
to Kas
The resort town of Fethiye has an important marina and overlooks a beautiful
bay strewn
with islands, and has great historical interest with Lycian rock tombs cut
into the cliff face,
reproducing the facades of ancient buildings. Belcegiz Bay and Oludeniz are
interesting to
explore, where the calm, crystal-clear waters are ideal for swimming, diving
and other water
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From Kas to Antalya
An ancient theatre on the long Kas Peninsula is within walking distance of
the town. The
island of Kekova is a one hour sail from Dalyanagzi (ancient Andriace), and
there are many
more picturesque islands with numerous bays and ancient cities. These bays
provide natural harbours throughout the year. Along the northern shore of
Kekova Island, at Apollonia,
earthquakes once disturbed the land causing some of the ancient houses to
sink under the
clear water and creating a sunken city.
Demre (Kale) is the site of ancient Myra, 25 km west of Finike, with many
interesting carved
rock tombs overlooking the magnificent Roman theatre. St Nicholas (better
known around
the world as Santa Claus) was the bishop of this Mediterranean city during
the 4th century
and died here.
Slipping
around the Kirlangic Peninsula
into the Gulf of Antalya, the first sight is the ancient
city of Olimpos, on the southern
side of Mt. Tahtali. Oleander and laurel bushes shade the
Olimpos Valley, which can be
approached by land and sea.
The fully
equipped Park Kemer Marina has facilities for all activities and yachtsmen
can
enjoy the unspoiled bays and beaches south of the town.
Today
Antalya’s palm-lined boulevards, beautiful parks, historical buildings,
monuments,
museums and the picturesque old quarter of Kaleici, (with the Kaleici Turban
Marina) blend
together to create the ideal holiday atmosphere. The Antalya Marina and
Leisure Centre,
which has won several awards, is considered one of most beautiful marinas in
Turkey. Setur
Antalya Marina is quieter, but either makes a suitable break from a voyage
around the
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Underwater Diving
Within
the seas of Turkey, divers can discover a fascinating submerged world, from
underwater caverns to sunken ships and even the remains of ancient cities.
The only areas prohibited from diving are military zones, those conducting
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When to sail:
In
summer, the winds normally blow from the, northwest to southeast on the
central and
southern Aegean. This wind is commonly called the "Meltem," although in
some areas
such as at Cesme, Izmir and Kusadasi, it is called the "Imbat." In the early
and late
summer, the "Meltem" blows less and there are days of little or no
wind at all.
Generally, the Meltem will die down at night and then resume the next
day around
midday It can also blow day and night for days on end in the gulfs. The
wind follows the
coast from the west and becomes weaker towards the heads of the
gulfs. Gusts are
particularly violent off the north coast of the Gulf of Gokova and the Gulf
of Hisaronu.
The Meltem also blows in a westerly direction along the Mediterranean coast
as far as the
Gulf of Finike. Around the Gulf of Antalya, there are both land and sea
breezes with the
latter predominating generally between the south and southwest. In the
morning,. there
will often be a land breeze blowing from the north. Winds in the spring and
autumn are
almost equally divided between north and south, but in winter, winds and
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Marinas
Turkey's most established marinas lie on the southern Aegean and
Mediterranean coasts at Izmir, Cesme, Kusadasi, Bodrum, Ayvalik, Mersin,
Datca, Bozburun, Marmaris, Gocek, Fethiye, Kalkan, Kas, Finike, Kemer and
Antalya.
These well-equipped harbours contain all the services and provisions any
yacht
would require.
Antalya,
Bodrum Dalaman, Izmir and Istanbul airports provide
quick links to all marinas in Turkey, ensuring departure by yacht within a
day of
landing.
Yacht
Marinas
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Gulets
The
singular design of the gulet, Turkey's indigenous sea-going vessel, blends
practicality and tradition in a relaxed style that embodies the Blue Journey
"Blue Voyage".
Over
the years gulettes have evolved from traditional fishing and cargo vessels
into
their present profile of a broad beam and wide deck.
Constructed mainly in the shipyards of Bodrum, Bozburun, Marmaris and
Istanbul, and along the Black Sea Coast, these boats are equipped with
motors
as well as fully functional rigging. The number of passengers a gulette
carries
depends on the boat's size, although most of them accommodate between eight
and twelve people. These vessels have speparate accommodation for
passengers,
and chartering one will also include services and entertainment. Modern
gulettes are comfortably equipped with most home comforts, and encourages a
relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all the passengers with a friendly
relationship with the crew.
Travel
agencies can arrange charters and fixed tours for a specific group or
individually. Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, a gulet can explore
the
secluded and often deserted bays and coves of the coastline. The small
harbours and settlements offer an intimate view of coastal life which large
ships
simply cannot. In many ways a gulet is like a full-service hotel where
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