Sailing yacht charter from Antalya opens the full breadth of the Turkish Lycian coast to guests who prefer the motion and economy of a sail to the speed of a motor yacht. The Antalya basin is positioned at the eastern end of the Turkish cruising ground, where the afternoon thermal wind, the meltem in its Turkish form, builds reliably from the southwest between May and October, giving sailing yachts a fair breeze for the westward coastal passage. Conditions are generally more settled than on the Aegean side, and the water is warm from late May onward.
Around four sailing yachts operate in the Antalya area, offering a range from traditional Turkish gulets in the sailing configuration to modern sailing sloops and ketches. A gulet, with its wide beam, aft cockpit and multiple cabin arrangement, is a popular choice for groups wanting to share the cost of a larger vessel, while a performance sailing yacht offers a more athletic experience for those who want to sail rather than motor between stops. Both types carry snorkelling equipment, paddleboards and kayaks as standard.
Weekly charter rates for sailing yachts departing Antalya run from approximately 25,000 euros for a gulet in the shoulder season to around 80,000 euros for a modern sailing superyacht in peak summer. The advance provisioning allowance covers fuel, food, drinks and berthing, adding approximately 30 percent.
Sailing itineraries from Antalya work with the afternoon thermal to make westward passages comfortable, typically anchoring at Finike, Kas or Kalkan before continuing toward Gocek for the final days.
