Gulet Charter

Imagine sailing the Mediterranean in a boat that has a Pirates of the Caribbean exterior and a 5-star hotel interior. If you opt for a gulet charter, that’s what you’ll get. Gulet, by definition, is a two-masted or three-masted wooden sailing vessel that has its origins in beautiful Turkey, more precisely in the cities of Bodrum and Marmaris. The word gulet originates from the Italian word goletta which means schooner, which is a synonym for a sailing ship.  

Today, gulets have found their place in the nautical tourism and are popular as excursion boats, but that wasn’t their original purpose. In the past, they were used as freight vessels in sea trading in the Black Sea, as well as fishing vessels in the Adriatic. The production of gulets has culminated in the 1970’s and these wooden vessels have become a symbol for sailing tourism in Turkey. Today’s gulets are built using the traditional plank-on-frame method, with improvements in terms of sturdiness and interior design. Modern gulets have all sorts of luxury add-ons, such as Jacuzzis, flat-screen TVs, or private bathrooms.

There are several types of gulets to consider when chartering. However, there are two types that are the most popular - a standard gulet that has the best rental price and a luxury gulet that is the most popular. When comparing the two gulet charter options, we can think of a 3 and a 5-star hotel. A standard gulet, that has the accommodation of a 3-star hotel, is a traditional wooden gulet that offers cabins with private bathrooms, a space for the crew, as well as a sun deck. A standard gulet is also suitable for a cabin charter. 

On the other hand, chartering a luxury gulet is the best way to experience private cruising. If you want to enjoy the luxury of a 5-star hotel while sailing the most beautiful seas, opt for a luxury gulet. You can, depending on the number of people, choose the boat size. Choose a small gulet if you are traveling with your partner or a big one if you have a large group of friends, a family gathering or an event to celebrate.  

A luxury gulet charter offers you the best service, professional crew, exquisite meals, and lots of entertainment on board. Other than that, you have a beautifully decorated interior that includes 4 to 7 cabins with single or double beds and private bathrooms, as well as a large seating/dining area with a galley. On deck, you can find more settees and a jacuzzi for your pleasure. Enjoy wine sipping with your better half, practice water sports with your kids, watch amazing sunsets and sunrises in the most beautiful sailing destinations – all on board of your luxury gulet.

If you decide to charter a gulet, you can choose between private gulet charter and a cabin gulet charter. If you are on a budget and planning to spend your holidays solo, with your partner or a friend  it is recommended that you charter a cabin (it can easily fit 2-4 people). A cabin charter includes accommodation (single, double or triple cabin), meals and the use of gulet leisure equipment. This type of charter is perfect for adventurists who like visiting beautiful destinations and making new friends from all around the world. 

Private gulet charter is extremely popular among vacationers from all around the world. It is a great option if you have a large group of friends or a big family, since you will have the entire boat at your disposal. Don’t forget that the boat is fully crewed which means you won’t have to do anything besides relax. The professional crew consists of a skipper and a cook, who will make sure you have the time of your life. Enjoy sailing with your friends or family, organize parties out in the open and have a dream holiday tailored to your group desires.