Daphne-S (Dufour 405 Grand Large)
Göcek Mucev Marina
Weekly prices€2,645 · 29 Aug – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
16 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 family choice The Dufour 405 is a proven cruiser that suits families or small groups wanting comfort without complexity. With three cabins sleeping six and solid onboard amenities, heating, fridge, solar panels, this 2010 build offers practical living for a week-long escape.
Standout comfort features You get real quality-of-life touches here: bimini and sprayhood for weather protection, swimming platform for easy water access, and autopilot to ease the sailing workload. The lazy jack and lazy bag system makes sail handling genuinely simpler, which matters when you're not a racing crew.
Fair value proposition At this age and size, the boat sits in a sweet spot between affordability and capability, neither budget-basement nor premium pricing. The €2,000 deposit is reassuring, and the five-star operator rating (though based on limited reviews) suggests reliable service.
One honest note With only one review on file, you're chartering with a smaller operator, which can be brilliant for personalised service but means less public feedback to lean on. I'd recommend contacting them directly about their maintenance schedule and ask for references before committing.
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 Göcek Mucev Marina · Turkey
Based at Göcek Mucev Marina, Turkey . Daphne-S is operated by Daphne Sail.
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
- €2,000
- 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
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