Mango (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
2015 · 15.6 m · 5 cabins · 10 berths
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Weekly prices€4,250 · 31 Oct – 14 Nov
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Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
11 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.
Ideal for larger groups This Bavaria Cruiser 51 is a smart choice if you're chartering with family or friends, 10 berths across 5 cabins means everyone gets reasonable privacy without paying for multiple boats. The 2015 build is well-maintained and proven seaworthy for Mediterranean and Atlantic cruising.
Well-equipped for comfort Mango comes with genuinely useful cruising features: solar panels and an inverter keep batteries topped up, the bow thruster makes tight harbour manoeuvres painless, and heating matters if you're sailing shoulder seasons. Snorkeling kit, bimini top, and sprayhood tick the boxes for day-sailing enjoyment and protection from the elements.
Reasonable value proposition At this size and age, the €2,500 deposit is standard and manageable. You're getting a spacious, capable cruiser without paying superyacht premiums, solid for groups splitting costs across a week's charter.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the base location, which matters significantly for flight connections and local sailing conditions, I'd confirm this directly with Mango Sailing before booking, especially if you're coordinating international travel schedules.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Kapi Creek private, 48% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Göcek, Fethiye and Kaş during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Kapi Creek private appeared on 48% of trips, Küçük Sarsala Koyu on 29% and Gemiler Koyu on 26%. Kapi Creek private was the most common first night at 18% and last night at 15%. The furthest straight-line point from base stayed under 20 nm on 60% of trips.
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Göcek, Fethiye and Kaş, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Kapi Creek private48%
- Küçük Sarsala Koyu29%
- Gemiler Koyu26%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination Göcek Mucev Marina · Turkey
Based at Göcek Mucev Marina, Turkey . Mango is operated by Mango Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Göcek Mucev 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
- €2,500
- 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
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