Kugu 1 (Gulet Kugu 1)
Bodrum Marina
Weekly prices€9,500 · 30 Sep – 31 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 12 berths · 6 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
26 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 Kugu 1 is ideal if you're bringing a larger party or multi-family gathering, 12 berths across 6 cabins give everyone their own space without the corporate feel of a mega-yacht. The gulet format itself is brilliant for relaxed, social cruising with that classic Turkish wooden-boat charm.
Solid practical setup Solar panels paired with a generator and inverter mean decent power reliability, which matters on longer anchoring days, and air conditioning throughout keeps everyone comfortable in warm Mediterranean weather. Wi-Fi and snorkeling gear are genuinely useful touches for modern charter expectations.
Honest value question Built in 2000, this vessel is honest about its age, you're not paying for new-build gloss, which should reflect in pricing, but do confirm the maintenance records are solid. The zero deposit is refreshingly straightforward, though always check what your actual insurance excess covers.
One thing to verify The base location isn't listed in your data, so before committing, confirm flight connections from your home airport, gulet charters often operate from Turkey's southern coast, which typically means a connection through Istanbul or another hub. Factor that into your overall travel time if you're flying from North America or northern Europe.
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The marina & destination Bodrum Marina · Turkey
Based at Bodrum Marina, Turkey . Kugu 1 is operated by Guldeniz Sailing Cruises.
Good to know
- Location
- Bodrum Marina · 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
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