Draco (Hanse 445 - 4 cabin)
Fethiye Sailing Club
Weekly prices€3,290 · 5 Sep – 31 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
13 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.
Smart mid-size choice The Hanse 445 suits couples and small families who want a genuinely comfortable cruising platform without the bulk of a larger boat. Four cabins and eight berths make her flexible for mixed-age groups, and the 13.5-meter hull strikes a real balance between ease of handling and proper sea-keeping ability.
Well-thought equipment What stands out here is the practical spec: bow thruster and autopilot remove the physical demands of coastal cruising, while solar panels plus an inverter mean you'll have genuine independence at anchor. The snorkeling kit, teak cockpit, and bimini suggest this boat is genuinely set up for leisurely, relaxed sailing rather than racing.
Solid value proposition At a 2013 build with this equipment level and a modest €2,500 deposit, you're looking at sensible pricing for the Turkish Riviera. Fethiye Sailing operates from one of the world's most rewarding sailing regions, the Turquoise Coast, where a yacht this size opens up anchorages the bigger boats can't access.
One real consideration The 2013 build date means she's 11+ years old, so factor in a proper pre-charter survey if you're booking well ahead. That said, the presence of solar and a bow thruster suggests the owner has invested in maintaining her properly.
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The marina & destination Fethiye Sailing Club · Turkey
Based at Fethiye Sailing Club, Turkey . Draco is operated by Fethiye Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Fethiye Sailing Club · 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
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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