Bozburun harbour shelter beside crystal-clear water on Turkey's Aegean coast

Departure Port

Plan a Bozburun yacht charter in Turkey

Start your private crewed yacht charter from Bozburun, Turkey. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.

Port

Bozburun

Country

Turkey

Fleet

65 yachts

Guests

4-36 guests

Cabins

2-18 cabins

Yacht Types

Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer

Why start your yacht charter from Bozburun?

A Bozburun yacht charter begins at a Fisheries Cooperative-operated harbour shelter, where anchoring is required and water and electricity connections support boarding. This small-town departure point suits private itineraries that return through Ada Boğazı, Selimiye, Datça or Dirsekbükü for varied stops.

Guests travel from Dalaman Airport (DLM) in 2 hours 30 minutes by road before joining their yacht. The harbour shelter combines stern-to berthing on the eastern quay with local markets for provisioning, while Ege Bozburun Marina provides water and electricity at berths.

For a broader view of Turkey, use the country guide alongside Bozburun’s harbour-based departure experience, fleet choice and routes through its named stops across the Eastern Mediterranean. Read the Turkey yacht charter guide.

Port planning snapshot

FLEET

65 yachts

The local fleet spans Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options for charter.

ACCESS

2 hours 30 minutes

Road transfers connect Dalaman Airport (DLM) to the harbour shelter where guests board their selected yacht.

BERTHING

Eastern quay

Stern-to berthing on the eastern quay supports a defined arrival and boarding process.

ROUTES

Hisarönü routes

Hisarönü routes depart and return here, with distinct named stop combinations for private cruising.

Other departure ports in Turkey

Departure Base

Bodrum

Bodrum Marina combines a central setting with beaches, history, nightlife, a spa, fitness centre and gourmet restaurants.

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Departure Base

Marmaris

Marmaris Marina is set in a seaside town known for crystal-clear waters, beaches, nightlife, a fitness centre, spa and gourmet restaurants.

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Departure Base

Gocek

Gocek Marina offers a peaceful setting among natural beauty and secluded coves, plus a spa, fitness centre and fine dining restaurants.

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Departure Base

Fethiye

Fethiye is another embarkation option for charters in Turkey.

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Getting to Bozburun

Arrive via Dalaman Airport (DLM), then continue 2 hours 30 minutes by road to board in Bozburun. The harbour shelter requires anchoring, while the eastern quay offers stern-to berthing and local markets support provisioning before departure.

Dalaman Airport (DLM)
2 hours 30 minutes by road
Anchoring required in harbour shelter
Water and electricity connections
Fuel delivered by tanker
Stern-to berthing on eastern quay

Sample itinerary ideas

Use these as a starting point when planning from Bozburun. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.

Shelters and swim stops

This round trip brings Ada Boğazı, Dirsekbükü, Selimiye, Bencik Bay, D Maris Bay, Datça and Söğüt into one departure-and-return plan from the harbour.

Harbours and bays

This Gulf of Hisarönü round trip links Orhaniye, Kuruca Bükü, Datça, Knidos, Palamutbükü and Söğüt, returning to the same harbour after the named stops as a distinct departure plan.

Classic harbour circuit

The Classic Hisarönü tour combines Bozukkale with Kocabahçe or Bencik Cove, Datça, Orhaniye, Selimiye and Dirsek Bükü before its return to the harbour.

Best routes from Bozburun

Routes from Bozburun can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.

Hisarönü route — Bozburun round trip

The Hisarönü route starts and ends in Bozburun, combining Ada Boğazı, Dirsekbükü, Selimiye, Bencik Bay, D Maris Bay, Datça, Hurmalıbük, Aktur, Kocabahçe, Söğüt Islands, Söğüt and Kızılada.

Best for: Guests seeking anchorages, swimming and overnight stops

Gulf of Hisarönü — Bozburun round trip

The Gulf of Hisarönü round trip begins and ends in Bozburun, travelling through Orhaniye, Kuruca Bükü, Datça, Knidos, Palamutbükü and Söğüt as named stops on the return itinerary.

Best for: Guests choosing harbours, bays and anchorages

Classic Hisarönü tour — Bozburun round trip

The Classic Hisarönü tour returns to Bozburun via Bozukkale, Kocabahçe or Bencik Cove, Datça, Orhaniye, Selimiye and Dirsek Bükü, bringing its named stops into one round trip.

Best for: Guests preferring sheltered harbour and cove stops

Explore routes from Bozburun

From Bozburun, charters explore the Turquoise Coast — Bodrum, Gulf of Gökova, Datça, Bozburun, Marmaris and more. Use the map to explore route ideas and charter stops.

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Map Legend

Marker meanings
BodrumBozburunMarmarisGöcekFethiye
Cruising Area Home port

Bozburun

Quiet and traditional, the home of wooden gulet craftsmanship — calm bays and an unhurried cruising rhythm.

Best for: Quiet charters, traditional gulets, relaxed groups.

Explore Bozburun

Route map for round trips from Bozburun, connecting Ada Boğazı, Selimiye, Datça, Knidos, Orhaniye and Bozukkale before returning to the harbour.

Popular stops and cruising ideas

Ada Boğazı

Ada Boğazı is an anchorage on the Hisarönü route from Bozburun. This round-trip itinerary also returns here after its named sequence of stops.

Dirsekbükü

Dirsekbükü is a swim stop on a Bozburun-departure itinerary. It also appears within the Classic Hisarönü tour, which returns to the harbour.

Selimiye

Selimiye is an overnight stop on a Bozburun-departure itinerary. It appears on both Hisarönü routes and the Classic Hisarönü tour from this harbour.

Bencik Bay

Bencik Bay is a swim stop on the Hisarönü route from Bozburun. A Bencik Cove option also appears on the Classic Hisarönü tour.

D Maris Bay

D Maris Bay is an anchorage on the Bozburun-departure itinerary. It is included in the Hisarönü route, which starts and finishes at the harbour.

Datça

Datça combines a harbour and swim stop on the Hisarönü route. It also appears on the Gulf of Hisarönü and Classic Hisarönü round trips.

Stops and itinerary planning FAQ

What routes can I sail from Bozburun?
You can sail from Bozburun on round trips that include Ada Boğazı, Selimiye, Datça, Knidos, Orhaniye and Bozukkale. Other named stops include Dirsekbükü, Bencik Bay, D Maris Bay, Hurmalıbük, Aktur, Kocabahçe, Söğüt Islands, Söğüt, Kızılada, Kuruca Bükü and Palamutbükü.
Are routes from Bozburun round trips?
Yes, each named route is a round trip that returns to Bozburun. The Hisarönü route, Gulf of Hisarönü route and Classic Hisarönü tour all begin and end at the same harbour after their named stops.

Bozburun yacht charter costs

The cost of a private charter from this harbour varies by yacht type and selected price band. Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options have separate weekly ranges. Food supplies, beverages, airport transfers, VAT and extra-route fuel sit outside the stated inclusions.

Yacht TypeIndicative Price
Gulet€3,850-€87,990 per week
Motor Sailer€14,000-€70,000 per week
Motor Yacht€6,300-€220,010 per week

Prices are indicative and vary by yacht type and selected extras.

Best time to charter from Bozburun

The charter season at this departure point runs from May through October. Choose May, June, July, August, September or October according to your preferred travel window and intended route. Route planning can focus on the named stops that form Bozburun round trips during these season months.

MonthConditions
MayOpening month of charter season
JuneCharter season continues in June
JulyCharter season continues in July
AugustCharter season continues in August
SeptemberCharter season continues in September
OctoberFinal month of charter season

Who is Bozburun best for?

Route planners

Round-trip routes connect named anchorages, swim stops, harbours and overnight stops from the boarding harbour.

Mixed groups

The fleet accommodates 4-36 guests across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices.

Provisioning teams

Local markets for provisioning sit at the harbour shelter before guests depart.

Extended stays

Selimiye serves as an overnight stop on a Bozburun-departure itinerary.

Harbour arrivals

Stern-to berthing is provided on the eastern quay at the harbour shelter.

What's included in a Bozburun charter?

Included

  • Yacht rental and onboard equipment
  • Captain and crew
  • Fuel within cruising allowance
  • Turkish transit log
  • Turkish harbour expenses
  • Bed linen, bath and beach towels
  • Meal preparation and service

Usually Extra

  • Food supplies and meals
  • Charter beverages
  • Airport transfers
  • Crew gratuity
  • VAT charges
  • Travel insurance
  • Water-sports equipment and fuel
  • Extra-route fuel
  • Greek-island port and clearance costs

Bozburun yacht charter FAQs

Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Bozburun, answered in a quick format before you enquire.

What does a Bozburun charter cost?
A Bozburun charter has weekly price ranges from €3,850 to €220,010 across the displayed yacht types. Gulet ranges from €3,850 to €87,990 per week. Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht each have separate weekly price bands, while food supplies, beverages and VAT are extra.
When is the best time to charter?
The charter season runs from May to October. May, June, July, August, September and October make up the departure season from this harbour. Round trips can incorporate the named stops associated with Bozburun throughout those season months.
How do guests reach the boarding harbour?
Guests reach the boarding harbour from Dalaman Airport (DLM) in 2 hours 30 minutes by road. Anchoring is required in the small harbour shelter. Stern-to berthing on the eastern quay, water and electricity connections, and local provisioning markets support the arrival process.
What group size suits this port?
Groups of 4-36 guests suit the fleet based here. Yacht options range from 2-18 cabins across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices. This lets charter parties select a yacht within the stated guest and cabin ranges.
What is included and extra on board?
Captain and crew, yacht rental, onboard equipment, cruising-allowance fuel, Turkish transit log, Turkish harbour expenses, bed linen, towels, meal preparation and service are included. Food supplies, beverages, airport transfers, crew gratuity, VAT, travel insurance, water-sports equipment, extra-route fuel, and Greek-island port and clearance costs are extra.

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