Gocek is famous for its natural beauty among the sailors not only in Turkey but also abroad. Gocek town is surrounded by 12 islands.
yacht searchOn the second day, your destination is Yavansu Bay. We strongly recommend that you stop in Sarsala Bay along the way to swim and snorkel around the partially submerged remains of the ancient baths of Cleopatra. The anchorage in Yavansu Bay is tranquil with no night-time light pollution so you can enjoy watching the stars and the milky-way.
A short cruise takes you to Gobun, where you can tie up to the jetty of the restaurant there, or anchor and take a line ashore. The scenery is beautiful, and you can enjoy swimming in the pristine waters, snorkelling or just lounging around. The restaurant offers great local food as well as clean toilets and showers.
Tersane island is the largest of the seven islands in the Gocek Bay area. There are caves to be explored, great swimming and snorkelling, and a restaurant with a jetty surrounded by Byzantine ruins.
Fethiye is the major port town in the region, with a busy harbor area where you will find shops of all kinds, lots of restaurants, bars and cafes. You can visit the ruins of the ancient city of Telmessos, dating back to 2000 B.C.
Heading back towards Gocek, the 6th day of your yacht charter begins with a cruise to Yassica Islands. On the northern part of the islands you will find pristine beaches great for swimming and snorkelling. While navigating in the area, beware of the partially submerged ruins of ancient structures as well as the remains of a bridge.
A short sail will take you to the home port of Gocek. Enjoy your final day exploring the town and sampling the delicious local cuisine.