Helena (Oceanis 38.1)
Ece Marina
Weekly prices€3,300 · 19 Sep – 31 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Built for families Helena is a smart choice if you're chartering with kids or friends, the three-cabin layout sleeps six comfortably, and the 2023 build means everything feels fresh and reliable. The snorkeling gear is a genuine bonus for Mediterranean exploring without extra rental costs.
Standout practicalities Solar panels keep you self-sufficient, the autopilot handles longer passages so you can actually enjoy the view, and thoughtful touches like the sprayhood and bimini make sailing in variable conditions genuinely pleasant. The chart plotter takes the guesswork out of navigation, even if you're not a seasoned skipper.
Solid value proposition At 11.5 metres with modern systems and a €2,500 deposit, Helena sits in a sensible middle ground, not a bare-bones budget boat, not a luxury spend either. You're getting a well-maintained, contemporary yacht without paying premium pricing.
One honest note The operator has just one five-star review on record, so there's limited track record to evaluate yet. That said, Yildiz Yachting operates out of a base we'd recommend confirming logistical details with directly, exactly which location, airport transfer arrangements, and whether their English-language support is solid for international clients flying in.
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The marina & destination Ece Marina · Turkey
Based at Ece Marina, Turkey . Helena is operated by Yildiz Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Ece 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
- €2,500
- 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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