Sail Lyra (Oceanis 38.1)
Palmiye Marina
Weekly prices€3,200 · 29 Aug – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for small groups This 2022 Oceanis 38.1 suits 3-4 couples or a family of 6 really well, with three proper cabins and solid modern build quality. It's a proven design that's easy to handle for confident sailor crews.
Standout features worth noting You're getting autopilot and chart plotter as standard , essentials that make longer passages comfortable and navigation straightforward. The 2022 build means everything's relatively new, so fewer surprises mid-charter.
Fair value proposition At just a €2,250 deposit against the full price, this represents reasonable entry-level pricing for a modern 38-footer in that condition. Sailfleet's 4.6/5 rating across 5 reviews suggests competent support, though the small review sample means you might want to dig a bit deeper before committing.
One honest caveat The base location isn't listed in your data , before booking, confirm where the boat sits and how that flight connection works from your home airport. Some Mediterranean bases offer seamless airport shuttles; others involve a car hire or lengthy drive that eats into your first day.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Palmiye Marina · Turkey
Based at Palmiye Marina, Turkey . Sail Lyra is operated by Sailfleet.
Good to know
- Location
- Palmiye 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
- €2,250
- 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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