Malea (Sun Odyssey 419)
Ece Marina
Weekly prices€3,200 · 19 Sep – 31 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
10 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.
Ideal for couples or small groups This 2016 Sun Odyssey 419 suits 2, 3 couples or a small family looking for comfortable coastal cruising without complexity. The three cabins and six berths give you flexibility, though note that tight quarters come with the 12.8m size.
Well-equipped for independence Malea includes thoughtful touches like solar panels, snorkeling gear, a dinghy, and a cockpit chart plotter, everything you need for self-sufficient exploration. The bimini and sprayhood are genuine comfort additions for Mediterranean or warm-water sailing where sun protection matters.
Solid value proposition A €2,250 deposit on a modern, reasonably equipped Sun Odyssey is competitive, and Yildiz Yachting's perfect 5-star rating (though limited reviews) suggests reliable service. You're getting a proven, user-friendly design that holds its own in the mid-range charter market.
One practical heads-up With only one review on file, we can't yet speak to Yildiz's consistency across multiple charters or how they handle maintenance issues. Before booking, ask about their backup support and what happens if gear fails mid-week, peace of mind matters when flying long-haul to an unfamiliar base.
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 Ece Marina · Turkey
Based at Ece Marina, Turkey . Malea 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
- €2,250
- 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
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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