Arina (Oceanis 40)

Adaköy Marina

Arina
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Weekly prices€2,200 · 1 Jan – 31 DecAvailability on application
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1 Jan€2,200
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 4 berths · 2 wc12.5m · 2008 · Sail boat
Length12.5m
Beam4m
Cabins3
Berths4
WC2
Year2008
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words
SailChecker note

18 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 starter cruiser This 2008 Oceanis 40 is an excellent choice for couples or small families wanting to sail without breaking the bank. The three-cabin layout sleeps four comfortably, making it ideal for two couples sharing costs or a family with one child.

Solid practical features You're getting the essentials here: autopilot and chart plotter for easier navigation, solar panels to keep power costs down, and a dinghy for exploring anchorages. The outboard engine is reassuringly straightforward for a 12.5-metre yacht, and the galley fridge plus TV suggest decent comfort below deck.

Keen pricing, sensible deposit At 16 years old, this boat offers genuine value, you're not paying premium rates for a newer hull, yet the Oceanis 40 is a proven, well-maintained design. The €2,000 deposit is refreshingly reasonable and suggests the operator isn't trying to squeeze charter guests.

One honest heads-up Without knowing the exact base location, it's worth confirming flight connections and airport-to-marina transfer time; some Turkish bases require 2, 3 hours from major hubs. Also verify whether solar panels fully cover your needs or if you'll run the engine regularly, older systems can be less efficient than marketing suggests.

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 Adaköy Marina · TurkeyAdaköy Marina

Based at Adaköy Marina, Turkey . Arina is operated by Rhapsody Denizcilik Hizmetleri A.S.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Adaköy 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
€2,000
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 nearbyFlights to Turkey

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

DalamanDLM~25 km · 30 min

Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.

BodrumBJV~35 km · 45 min

Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesTurkey · the Turquoise Coast

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 Coast7 days · ~100 nm · 5 stops

Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.

1Gocek
Charter base. Clean little marina; provision before you leave.
2Tomb Bay
Lycian rock-cut tombs in the cliff. Anchor and snorkel.
3Sarsala
Tree-lined bay; one taverna. Idyllic first-night stop.
4Ekincik
Boat trip up the Dalyan river to the ruins at Caunos and the mud baths.
5Hamam Koyu
Cleopatra Bay: Roman ruins on the seabed. Restricted swim area; check signs.
Bodrum Peninsula7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.

1Bodrum
Charter base. Castle of St Peter at the harbour entrance.
2Kos (Greece)
Customs clearance into the EU; tie up at Kos marina for the night.
3Knidos
Ancient ruined Greek city straddling two harbours.
4Datça
Sleepy town on the peninsula; almond farms and quiet anchorages.

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