The Quiet Side of the Turkish Coast
Six marinas sit inside a single sheltered bay at the western edge of the Gulf of Fethiye. Pine forest runs straight down to the water on every side, and the wind that stirs up the open Aegean by afternoon rarely reaches this far in. Twelve islands lie within a half hour of the marina, each with its own colour of water and its own empty anchorage once the day boats turn back toward town. Gocek is quieter than Bodrum in July and calmer than Marmaris at any point in the season, and it sits close enough to Dalaman International Airport, around 20 minutes by road, that a charter here rarely eats into the trip itself. This guide covers Gocek yacht rental in full: the fleet, the prices and the routes worth sailing.
- Marina: six marinas in a single sheltered bay
- Nearest airport: Dalaman, around 20 minutes by road
- Best known for: the Twelve Islands of Skopea Limani
- Fleet on this page: from €1,400 to €10,000 per day
Luna Yacht Charter has arranged private crewed charters across the Turkish Aegean for over ten years, with vessels based in Gocek and the neighbouring waters of Fethiye. Guest reviews collected on Google run close to a perfect score, most often mentioning the crew by name and how closely the itinerary matched what the group actually asked for.
The Twelve Islands of Gocek
The bay’s real draw sits just outside the marina. A loose group of islands and coves, known together as the Twelve Islands, spreads across the gulf in every direction, close enough that a full circuit fits into one day and varied enough that a week aboard rarely repeats an anchorage.
Tersane Island. The largest of the twelve, with a natural harbour, the ruins of an old shipyard (tersane means “shipyard” in Turkish) and traces of an early Greek settlement along the shore.
Yassica Islands. A cluster of low, flat islets with a shallow lagoon between two of them, the most photographed stop in the bay and an easy swim for children.
Domuz Island. Sheltered on every side, with a narrow inlet leading into Gobun Cove and pine and olive groves running down to the water.
Zeytin Island. The only privately held island in the group, named for an old Ottoman-era olive press still standing near the shore.
Bedri Rahmi Bay. Named after the painter who left a fish carved into a rock here in the 1970s, hiding six smaller animals inside its outline.
Cleopatra’s Bath. A shallow, ruin-lined cove where the remains of a Roman-era settlement sit just under the surface, visible from the boat on a calm day.
A single day out of Gocek covers three or four of these anchorages comfortably. A week aboard rarely runs out of new ones.
Yacht Rental Options in Gocek
Gulet Charter: A traditional wooden motor sailer, usually 25 to 40 metres, built for slow mornings and long lunches on deck. Gulets based in Gocek spend their days moving between the twelve islands and the coves of Skopea Limani, with a crew that cooks, anchors and plans the route. Amazon Solo and Le Pietre are two examples currently based here.
Motor Yacht Charter: For guests who want to cover more ground in less time, or reach an anchorage before the first gulet arrives, a motor yacht is the better fit. Vessels such as Natewhite and Zeemar run on twin diesel engines fast enough to string together three or four bays in a single day.
Trawler and Motor Sailer: A middle ground between gulet and motor yacht, with the deck space of the former and the range of the latter. Floki and Long Island both fall into this category, the second built specifically to cross open water at speed without giving up the interior space of a full yacht.
Daily Charter in Gocek: Not every visit calls for a week aboard. A daily private charter covers three or four of the closer islands with a full crew, lunch on board and an afternoon that ends back at the marina by evening. Contact our charter team for same-week availability.
Gocek Yacht Rental Prices
All vessels are available for daily, multi-day and weekly charters. Prices below reflect low season starting rates for each vessel type currently based in Gocek.
| Vessel Type | Starting From | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Motor Yacht | € 1,400 | 6–10 |
| Gulet | € 1,850 | 8–12 |
| Trawler | € 2,000 | 8–11 |
| Motor Sailer | € 6,500 | 10 |
Rates rise through June and September and peak in July and August. May and October carry the lowest rates of the open season, and vessels booked over winter, November through March, are secured at the year’s lowest prices regardless of sailing dates.
For a personalised quote based on group size, dates and preferred route, contact our charter team.
Gocek Yacht Rental Fleet
All yachts below are based in Gocek and available for daily, multi-day and weekly charters. Contact our team for availability and a personalised quote.
Gocek Yacht Charter Routes
A charter based in Gocek opens onto one of the most sheltered cruising grounds on the Turkish coast, with several distinct areas reachable within a single trip.
Skopea Limani and the Twelve Islands
The core of any Gocek itinerary. Tomb Bay, Kapi Creek and Bedri Rahmi are a half hour run from the marina, each a different shade of water, and most fill and empty with day-trip traffic well before evening.
The Gulf of Fethiye
Fethiye itself sits around 12 nautical miles east, close enough for a lunch stop or a full day trip, with its own fish market and Lycian rock tombs cut into the cliff above the harbour. Full details are on our Fethiye page.
West Toward Marmaris and Hisaronu
A longer week suits an extension west into Hisaronu Bay and Marmaris, where the Datca Peninsula and Bozburun add a second, quieter cruising ground to the same charter.
Crossing to the Greek Islands
Charters looking to cross into Greek waters typically do so from Marmaris or Bodrum rather than Gocek directly. Full details on documentation, distances and nearby islands are covered in our Turkey to Greece sailing guide.
For exact distances and estimated sailing times between any two points on this coast, our route planner covers the most common legs, including sea conditions through the afternoon meltemi.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gocek Yacht Rental
Q: What is included in a daily yacht rental in Gocek?
A: A daily private charter in Gocek includes a full crew, fuel, a cooked lunch, mezes and salads, all-day soft drinks, snorkelling gear and a route built around three or four islands, returning to the marina by evening. Wine, beer and spirits are available at an additional charge.
Q: How much does a yacht rental in Gocek cost?
A: Rates for vessels currently based in Gocek start from €1,400 for a motor yacht, €1,850 for a gulet, €2,000 for a trawler and €6,500 for a motor sailer. Prices rise through June and September and peak in July and August, with May and October offering the most competitive rates.
Q: What is the best time to charter a yacht in Gocek?
A: Gocek’s bay faces southwest and is sheltered from the meltemi that makes the open Aegean choppy on summer afternoons, which makes it a more comfortable choice than exposed anchorages in peak season. April through November covers the full charter season, with May, June and September offering the calmest combination of weather and price.
Q: How far is Gocek from Dalaman Airport?
A: Around 20 minutes by road, making it one of the more convenient charter departure points on the Turkish coast for international arrivals.
Q: Can I visit Fethiye and the Twelve Islands from Gocek?
A: Yes. The Twelve Islands of Skopea Limani sit within a half hour of the marina, and Fethiye is around 12 nautical miles away, close enough for a day trip on most itineraries.
Q: Is Gocek suitable for families or first-time charter guests?
A: Yes. The bay’s calm, sheltered water and short distances between anchorages make it one of the more forgiving starting points on the coast, and motor yachts and trawlers with shallow, stable layouts are well suited to guests with children.
Q: Can a Gocek charter be combined with Marmaris or Bodrum?
A: Yes. A week or longer allows an extension west through Hisaronu Bay to Marmaris, or a full repositioning charter ending in Bodrum. Contact our team to plan a multi-region itinerary.
Plan Your Gocek Yacht Rental with Luna Yacht Charter
Every charter is planned directly with our team, matched to your group, dates and preferred route, with all logistics handled from first enquiry to the final day on the water. Travelling as an extended family and looking for full privacy on board? See our private family charter guide.
