Rhapsody Marmaris (Oceanis 43)
Adaköy Marina
Weekly prices€2,200 · 1 Jan – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
15 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.
Solid mid-range cruiser. The Oceanis 43 is a proven Beneteau design that's comfortable for families or small groups exploring Mediterranean or Caribbean waters, nothing flashy, but genuinely reliable and well-mannered in a range of conditions.
Well-equipped for cruising. You're getting practical essentials: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, chart plotter for navigation, plus a dinghy and outboard for getting ashore. The three cabins sleep six reasonably, and the galley/fridge setup handles week-long charters without fuss.
Good value proposition. At this size and age (2011), the €2000 deposit is fair, and you're not paying premium money for a boat that performs genuinely well, it's the bread-and-butter workhorse of the charter fleet for good reason.
Base location unclear. The operator, Rhapsody Denizcilik, suggests a Turkish base (likely Aegean or Mediterranean), but without seeing the exact location, I can't advise on airport connectivity or how convenient it is for transatlantic travellers, do check where the boat actually sits before booking, as transfer times matter when you're flying long-haul.
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The marina & destination Adaköy Marina · Turkey
Based at Adaköy Marina, Turkey . Rhapsody Marmaris is operated by Rhapsody Denizcilik Hizmetleri A.S.
Good to know
- 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 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
Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun
- Serçe22%
- Ekincik18%
- Bozburun18%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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