Kaptan Yarkin Cabin 1 (Sailing Gulet Kaptan Yarkin)
1997 · 23.5 m · 6 cabins · 12 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
23.5m · 1997 · Gulet
What KateBot thinks
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29 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.
Classic gulet charm The Kaptan Yarkin is a traditional 23.5-metre gulet built in 1997, offering that timeless wooden-vessel character many sailors actively seek. With 6 cabins sleeping 12 guests, it's an excellent fit for multi-family groups or friends wanting an intimate, social cruise run entirely by the crew, rather than a luxury floating hotel.
Well-equipped for exploration You get the essentials covered: air conditioning (crucial in Med summers), snorkeling kit, SUP board, dinghy with outboard, and Wi-Fi for staying connected between anchorages. These additions suggest the operator understands what modern charterers actually need when they're away for a week.
Zero deposit is rare The €0 deposit is genuinely unusual and removes friction, particularly valuable if you're coordinating an international group charter from the US or northern Europe and want clarity upfront. That said, we don't have pricing data displayed here, so factor in asking directly about per-cabin rates versus whole-yacht hire, which affects value significantly.
Age requires honesty At 27 years old, this gulet will deliver character and that authentic sailing atmosphere, but expect more maintenance quirks than newer builds, think older plumbing, occasional refrigeration hiccups, or creaky wooden joints. If you prioritize pristine modernism over soul, look elsewhere; if you love traditional wooden vessels and don't mind a bit of charm-with-character, this could be your boat.
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Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Kos and the north Dodecanese
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Kos and the north Dodecanese during the 2025 season. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Kalymnos was the most common first night out, at 29% of trips with a recorded first night. On 55% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
Planning your charter route
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Kos and the north Dodecanese, we're happy to talk through your plans.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Kos and the north Dodecanese, 2025.
These figures are from the nearest charter area with results, Kos and the north Dodecanese, and are not this boat's own record. They cover sailing yachts and catamarans in that area, a different kind of boat from this one.
Top Overnight Stops
- Leros55%
- Kalymnos47%
- Nisyros28%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination
Bodrum Marina
Based at Bodrum Marina, Turkey . Kaptan Yarkin Cabin 1 is operated by Flaka Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Bodrum Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- None needed: this is a fully crewed charter. The professional crew hold all required licences, so no sailing qualifications or experience are required from your party.
- 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 there
Flights 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.
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 routes
Turkey · 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 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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