Family yacht charter from Bodrum introduces younger guests to a cruising ground that combines warm, calm water, archaeological sites of genuine drama and a Turkish hospitality culture that is particularly welcoming to families. The Gulf of Gokova and the surrounding Hisaronu inlets are sheltered from the open Aegean, giving family yachts calm passages and protected anchorages where children can swim directly from the boarding platform in flat conditions. Bodrum own beaches and old city provide an engaging first day before departure, with the Castle of St Peter and its Underwater Archaeology Museum a draw for curious older children.
Six family-configured yachts operate from Bodrum, including wide-beam gulets with layout suited to two families sharing, motor yachts with dedicated children cabins and trained stewardesses, and one or two sailing catamarans suited to guests who prefer stability at anchor. All carry snorkelling sets, kayaks and paddleboards, and crew experienced on the Turkish coast know which coves have the clearest water and the most reliable fish sightings for snorkellers.
Weekly charter rates for family yachts in Bodrum begin at approximately 25,000 euros for a gulet in May or October and reach 130,000 euros for a larger motor yacht in peak season. The advance provisioning allowance of around 30 percent covers food, drinks, fuel and marina fees.
The family highlight of any Bodrum charter is the Gulf of Gokova, where aquamarine water, pine-forested hillsides and quiet coves create a genuinely sheltered and beautiful environment for children at sea.
