The Harbour Everything Else Sails From
Netsel Marina holds over seven hundred berths, more than any other charter base on this stretch of coast, and from its quay a single week can reach almost anywhere in southwest Turkey. West runs the Datca Peninsula and the ruins of Knidos. South and east opens the Gulf of Hisaronu, a wide, sheltered body of water shared by the villages of Selimiye and Bozburun. North across open water sits Sedir Island, the single most requested stop on this coast. Marmaris itself sits around 90 minutes by road from Dalaman International Airport, and ferries leave most mornings for Rhodes, 22 nautical miles south. This guide covers Marmaris yacht rental in full: the fleet, the prices and the routes worth sailing.
- Marina: Netsel Marina, 720 berths
- Nearest airport: Dalaman, around 90 minutes by road
- Best known for: Sedir Island (Cleopatra Island)
- Fleet on this page: from €1,375 to €18,500 per day
Luna Yacht Charter has arranged private crewed charters across the Turkish Aegean for over ten years, with a fleet based in Marmaris alongside vessels in Gocek and Bodrum. 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.
Sedir Island and Marmaris’s Famous Bays
Marmaris’s own shoreline is compact, but its charter routes reach some of the best known anchorages on the Turkish coast, spread across three distinct directions from the marina.
Sedir Island (Cleopatra Island). A protected national monument around 16 nautical miles north, reached in under an hour. The beach is made of pale, perfectly rounded ooid sand, said in legend to have been shipped from Egypt by Mark Antony for Cleopatra. The ruins of the ancient city of Cedrae, including a small theatre and old city walls, sit just behind the shore. Landing requires a museum ticket, and the sand itself may not be walked on in regular shoes.
Selimiye. Around 20 nautical miles into the Gulf of Hisaronu, a quiet fishing village known for its waterfront seafood restaurants, where boats moor stern-to for a long lunch of grilled octopus and sea bass.
Bozburun. A traditional wooden-boat building village further into the same gulf, still turning out gulets by hand in yards along the water.
Datca Peninsula and Knidos. A longer run west, roughly 30 nautical miles, to a narrow peninsula known for some of the cleanest air on the Turkish coast and the ancient Greek city of Knidos at its tip.
Dalyan, via Ekincik Bay. A half-day excursion east, taking in the rock-cut Lycian tombs of Kaunos and Iztuzu, one of the Mediterranean’s last nesting beaches for loggerhead turtles.
A week aboard from Marmaris comfortably covers two or three of these in one direction, with Sedir Island the stop most guests ask for first.
Yacht Rental Options in Marmaris
Gulet Charter: Marmaris is the traditional home of the Turkish gulet, and the fleet based here reflects it, from compact five-cabin boats to eight-cabin vessels built for larger groups. Yuce Bey and Ece Berrak are two examples currently based here.
Luxury Gulet Charter: Larger, newer builds with wider beams and full crew service, suited to groups who want the gulet experience without compromising on space. Halcon Del Mar sleeps up to sixteen guests across eight cabins.
Motor Yacht Charter: For guests covering more distance, or reaching Sedir Island and back within a single day. FX 38 and Adamaris both run on twin diesel engines built for open-water passages.
Daily Charter in Marmaris: A daily private charter to Sedir Island or the nearer bays covers a full day with a full crew, lunch on board and a return to the marina by evening. Contact our charter team for same-week availability.
Marmaris 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 Marmaris.
| Vessel Type | Starting From | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Gulet | € 1,375 | 10–12 |
| Luxury Gulet | € 7,500 | 16 |
| Motor Yacht | € 15,000 | 10–12 |
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.
Marmaris Yacht Rental Fleet
All yachts below are based in Marmaris and available for daily, multi-day and weekly charters. Contact our team for availability and a personalised quote.
Marmaris Yacht Charter Routes
A charter based in Marmaris reaches three distinct cruising grounds without a long crossing, which is part of why the marina anchors so many multi-week itineraries.
North to Sedir Island
The short crossing described above, usually the first stop on any Marmaris itinerary and often paired with a swim stop on the return leg.
The Gulf of Hisaronu
Selimiye and Bozburun sit inside this sheltered gulf, close enough together that both fit into a single overnight loop, with calm water for most of the year.
West to Datca and Knidos, or East to Rhodes
A longer week extends west to the Datca Peninsula, or south across open water to Rhodes, 22 nautical miles away. 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 Marmaris Yacht Rental
Q: What is included in a daily yacht rental in Marmaris?
A: A daily private charter in Marmaris includes a full crew, fuel, a cooked lunch, mezes and salads, all-day soft drinks, snorkelling gear and a route to Sedir Island or the nearer bays, returning to the marina by evening. Wine, beer and spirits are available at an additional charge.
Q: How much does a yacht rental in Marmaris cost?
A: Rates for vessels currently based in Marmaris start from €1,375 for a standard gulet, €7,500 for a larger luxury gulet and €15,000 for a motor yacht. Prices rise through June and September and peak in July and August, with May and October offering the most competitive rates.
Q: How do I get to Sedir Island (Cleopatra Island) from Marmaris?
A: Sedir Island sits around 16 nautical miles north of Marmaris, a crossing of under an hour by yacht. A museum ticket is required to land, and the protected beach cannot be walked on in regular shoes.
Q: How far is Marmaris from Dalaman Airport?
A: Around 90 minutes by road, covering roughly 95 kilometres along the coastal highway.
Q: Can I sail from Marmaris to the Greek islands?
A: Yes. Rhodes is 22 nautical miles from Marmaris, and ferry crossings run most mornings in season. Full details on documentation and nearby islands are in our Turkey to Greece sailing guide.
Q: Is Marmaris suitable for families or first-time charter guests?
A: Yes. Sedir Island’s shallow, protected bay and the calm waters of the Gulf of Hisaronu make for easy swimming and short passages, and larger gulets with wide decks suit families travelling with children.
Q: Can a Marmaris charter be combined with Gocek or Bodrum?
A: Yes. A week or longer allows an extension east through Hisaronu Bay toward Gocek, or a repositioning charter ending in Bodrum. Contact our team to plan a multi-region itinerary.
Plan Your Marmaris 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.
