Altair (Bavaria 36)
Ece Marina
Weekly prices€1,550 · 22 Aug – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
23 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Great starter choice The Bavaria 36 "Altair" suits families or small groups making their first bareboat sailing adventure, especially those who want a forgiving, well-equipped platform without breaking the bank. At 11.4 metres with three cabins and space for six, it balances comfort with manageable handling for intermediate sailors.
Smart practical touches The essentials are well covered: autopilot and chart plotter take the stress out of navigation, while the bimini and sprayhood keep you comfortable in changeable weather. Solar panels and a fridge mean you're genuinely self-sufficient, and the snorkeling kit hints at leisure-focused cruising rather than hardcore sailing.
Fair value proposition At a €2,000 deposit, this 20-year-old Bavaria offers solid entry-level pricing for a three-cabin boat in good working order. You're paying for reliability and practicality rather than luxury or cutting-edge specs, which is honest positioning.
One realistic note The operator has just one review on file, excellent rating, but a limited track record to assess. Before committing, ask Derya Yachting directly about their pre-charter briefing and support availability, especially if English isn't your first language and you're flying in from abroad.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Ece Marina · Turkey
Based at Ece Marina, Turkey . Altair is operated by Derya Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Ece Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- ICC, RYA Day Skipper, or equivalent plus VHF licence accepted. Sailing CV checked at the base. Hire a local skipper if your crew is light on Mediterranean experience.
- Security deposit
- €2,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there2 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.
Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Gocek Bay & the Lycian Coast
Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.
1Gocek
2Tomb Bay
3Sarsala
4Ekincik
5Hamam Koyu
Bodrum Peninsula
Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.
1Bodrum
2Kos (Greece)
3Knidos
4Datça
Where charters went
Göcek, Fethiye and Kaş
- Kapi Creek private48%
- Küçük Sarsala Koyu29%
- Gemiler Koyu26%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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