9 Day Gulf Of Gökova Experience on Amos

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Day 1: Turgutreis D-Marin Marina – Bodrum Karaada (Black Island) Yassıkaya Bay [1]

Your experience will begin at Turgutreis D-marin Marina in Bodrum. Captain Rıza Tolga Ülman will welcome aboard S/Y Amos. After placing your luggage in your cabins, and a brief introduction about life on board the sailboat, you will depart the marina and set sail to Bodrum’s Yassıkaya Bay on the South tip of Karaada (Black Island).

On the way, Captain Tolga will show you the basics of sailing and navigation at sea, and you will have the opportunity to control the sails and the helm if you wish (and you will have many more chances throughout the journey).

Once you reach Yassıkaya Bay, you will be anchoring to your spot for the night. You will have plenty of time to swim, dive, stand-up paddleboard and have fun in the sea. Amos S/Y has all the equipment you will need. Your captain will prepare your dinner and you will spend your first night onboard.

Day 2: Yassıkaya Bay – Kargıcık Bay [2] – Kissebükü [3]

Captain Tolga will prepare your breakfast in the morning (every morning). After breakfast, you will collect your anchor and set sail for Kargıcık Bay which is only about an hour away. In Kargıcık, you will have a long lunch break with lots of time to enjoy the sun and the pure blue water.

In the afternoon, you will sail for about an hour and arrive in Kissebükü. You can enjoy the natural views and relax in the evening on the comfortable S/Y Amos. You will have dinner here on the boat and spend the night in this quiet and peaceful bay.

Day 3: Kissebükü –Kairos Marina/ Datça [4]

After breakfast in Kissebükü, S/Y Amos will set sail across Gulf Gökova, crossing to the South side, and dock at Kairos Marina after 3-4 hours of journey. You will spend the rest of the day and night here at Kairos Marina, which is only a 10 minutes cab ride away from Datça. You can spend this afternoon and evening sightseeing in Datça, a cute summer town where you can taste local foods and wines, and enjoy the sunset views as well as a vibrant nightlife. Alternatively stay onboard and take advantage of the delicious menus offered at the bars and restaurants at the marina.

Day 4: Kairos Marina – Tatlısu and Ballısu Bays [5]

Once you have breakfast and Amos is re-stocked and ready to leave the marina, you will sail eastward. After a few hours of journey, you will arrive at Tatlısu Bay. Tatlısu, which means “sweet water” in Turkish, is one of many of the beautiful bays in Gökova. Captain Tolga will prepare lunch, and the rest of the day will be time to relax onboard and enjoy the waters. Dinner will be prepared here as well, and if you get lucky, you will enjoy a great Moonrise.

Day 5: Tatlısu Bay – Seven Islands [6] – Ayın Bay [7]

Continue the adventure from Tatlısu Bay to Seven Islands, an area of secluded beaches and natural beauty that cannot be reached by land. Explore the different small bays by dinghy or by swimming. After lunch, you will sail to Ayın Bay, one of Captain Tolga’s favorite bays in the Gulf. Have fun in the clear waters and take a nice walk on the shore on natural paths. Enjoy your dinner and spend a restful night at this quiet location.

Day 6: Ayın Bay – Cleopatra Beach (Sedir Island) [8] – Akbük [9] – Ören Marina [10]

S/Y Amos will collect anchor while you are sleeping. Your captain will wake you up with breakfast ready and anchored in front of Sedir Island. After breakfast, you will have a chance to visit the UNESCO world heritage site which is an open-air museum. The island contains historical sites of an ancient Greek city state, as well as a unique sand beach called Cleopatra Beach, believed to have been brought by Cleopatra from Egypt.

Later, head towards Akbük, a charming fishing village with a calm and peaceful atmosphere. After a lunch and swimming break here, you will sail West for about an hour and arrive at Ören Marina for the night. Ören is a cute town with a high-end marina. Here, visit local markets, taste delicious seafood, and immerse yourself in the laid-back coastal lifestyle. Dine at a great seafood restaurant recommended by your Captain.

Day 7: Ören Marina – Çökertme [11]

After breakfast, continue your experience from Ören towards Çökertme. Arrive at Çökertme Bay, a serene bay surrounded by pine forests, by lunch. Enjoy the tranquility of the bay and spend the night anchored here, stargazing under the clear sky.

Day 8: Çökertme – Orak Island [12]– Bodrum [13]

Enjoy breakfast on board before sailing towards Orak Island. Explore the pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach. After lunch, head towards Bodrum and anchor in front of Bodrum Castle. Get dropped off by your Captain at Bodrum Harbour and visit the amazing Bodrum Castle. Soak up the sunset views and explore the streets in the evening. Enjoy your dinner out and get picked up to return to S/Y Amos whenever you like for your last night aboard. (Alternatively: Skip Bodrum and go to “Aquarium Bay” for a more natural and quiet night.)

Day 9: Bodrum - Turgutreis D-Marin Marina

Wake up and enjoy your breakfast with the scenery of Bodrum. Navigate for about two hours and return to Turgutreis D-Marin Marina, concluding the sailing trip in Gulf Gökova. Say farewell to Captain Tolga and disembark from the boat, cherishing the wonderful memories of your sailing adventure.

Note: All breakfasts, lunches and dinners will be prepared and served by your captain, except for three dinners in Kairos, Ören and Bodrum.

Note 2: All routes and destinations are subject to change depending on the weather conditions on the date of journey.