Hidden on the wild, pine-covered Datça peninsula where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, D-Maris Bay has become one of the most talked-about luxury addresses in the Mediterranean. Its private beaches, international restaurants and celebrity-filled beach clubs draw a glamorous crowd every summer – and many of the most stylish guests arrive the best way possible: by private yacht.
Combining a gulet or motor yacht charter with days at D-Maris Bay gives you the best of both worlds. You spend your mornings swimming in empty coves of the Hisarönü Gulf, then anchor off the resort for a long lunch, an afternoon at the beach club or a sunset dinner, before returning to the peace of your own yacht for the night.
Why Visit D-Maris Bay by Yacht?
The resort spreads across several private beaches, each with its own character – from the family-friendly Bay Beach to the lively La Guérite beach club and the peaceful, adults-only Silence Beach. Its restaurants include internationally known names such as Zuma, Manos, La Guérite and Nusr-Et, which means you can enjoy Riviera-level dining in the middle of one of Turkey’s most unspoilt landscapes.
Arriving by sea is far quicker and more elegant than the long, winding drive along the peninsula. The resort is known for its mooring facilities, and your captain will arrange the most suitable anchorage and tender transfers to the beaches and restaurants. Table reservations are essential in July and August – Aren Yachting can book them for you in advance.
Best Yachts for a D-Maris Bay Charter
For a D-Maris Bay week we recommend a yacht with generous deck space, a fast tender and 24-hour air-conditioning – these are some of our favourites:
Popular Routes Including D-Maris Bay
- Bozburun – D-Maris – Bozburun: the shortest and most relaxed option, through the bays of the Hisarönü Gulf – see our Bozburun to D-Maris cruise.
- Marmaris – D-Maris – Marmaris: a week mixing D-Maris Bay with Ekincik, Dalyan or the Greek islands – see our Marmaris gulet guide.
- Bodrum – D-Maris – Bodrum: a luxurious week via Knidos and Datça – see Bodrum to D-Maris Bay by yacht.
- D-Maris – Symi: the Greek island of Symi is very close, ideal for a day in Greece – see Bozburun to Symi & Rhodes.
Getting There
Most guests fly into Dalaman (DLM) or Bodrum–Milas (BJV), both with direct flights from the UK. We can arrange VIP transfers to your yacht, or even a helicopter or speedboat transfer for the ultimate arrival.
Gulets from Nearby Bozburun
Frequently Asked Questions
Can non-hotel guests use the D-Maris Bay beaches and restaurants?
Access policies change from season to season; we check the current rules and book restaurants and beach beds for our charter guests in advance.
How far is D-Maris Bay from Bodrum by yacht?
It is a comfortable day’s cruise via Knidos and Datça, depending on the yacht and weather.
Which month is best?
June and September offer the best balance of weather and availability; July and August are the most glamorous and busiest.