Benja (Oceanis 34.1)
Yacht Club Mai
Weekly prices€2,850 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for small crews The Oceanis 34.1 is a brilliant choice if you're sailing with friends or family up to six people. At 10.8 metres, it's manageable for intermediate sailors yet spacious enough for a proper week afloat with three comfortable cabins.
Smart modern package You're getting a 2024 build, so expect current Beneteau quality with thoughtful kit included, the bow thruster makes tight anchorages far less stressful, and the bimini keeps sun exposure real when you're at anchor. The dinghy with outboard saves you swimming distances and opens up more isolated spots.
Excellent value proposition With a €2,000 deposit and a five-star operator backing this boat, you're looking at solid peace of mind without premium pricing. Rudder & Moor's track record suggests they maintain their fleet properly and handle issues quickly.
One practical note The 34.1 doesn't have a massive galley or saloon, so if your group values lounging indoors during poor weather, you'll be spending time on deck or in shifts below. It's a sailing boat, not a floating apartment, but that's exactly why many charterers love this size.
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The marina & destination Yacht Club Mai · Turkey
Based at Yacht Club Mai, Turkey . Benja is operated by rudder&moor.
Good to know
- Location
- Yacht Club Mai · 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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