Esmeralda (Esmeralda - Premium Gulet)
Fethiye port
Weekly prices€20,400 · 1 Oct – 1 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment7 cab · 16 berths (14+2) · 7 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
18 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.
Perfect for groups Esmeralda is an excellent choice if you're chartering with a larger crew, 7 cabins and 16 berths mean family groups or friends can spread out comfortably. The zero deposit requirement is genuinely rare and makes booking hassle-free.
Classic gulet appeal You get the authentic Turkish gulet experience: traditional wooden construction, snorkeling gear included, and air conditioning throughout for hot Mediterranean summers. Wi-Fi keeps you connected if you need it, though honestly you'll want to unplug on this one.
Strong value proposition At 24 metres with this cabin count and zero upfront deposit, Esmeralda offers solid economics for group charters, especially when you factor in the snorkeling kit and air con as standard. Turkey's gulet season also tends to deliver better rates than comparable vessels elsewhere in the Med.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the exact base location (likely Turkish Riviera, but worth confirming directly with Farout Yachting), so contact them early to nail down airport transfers, flying into Dalaman or Bodrum and coordinating ground logistics takes a bit of coordination from the UK or US.
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The marina & destination Fethiye port · Turkey
Based at Fethiye port, Turkey . Esmeralda is operated by Farout Yachting - Turkey.
Good to know
- Location
- Fethiye port · Turkey
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- 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%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
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