Mehmet Ayaz – 24 m Sailing Gulet with 2 Master Cabins for 10 Guests in Bodrum

Under full sail against a deep-blue Aegean sky, Mehmet Ayaz is the image of a classic Turkish gulet. This 24-metre yacht, built in 2008 and refitted in 2019, offers two master cabins and three double cabins for ten guests, all air-conditioned, with a crew of three.

Fresh blue-and-white cabin styling, a spacious teak deck and twin 280 HP engines make her a comfortable, capable choice for a 5 cabin gulet charter in Bodrum that genuinely sails.

Cabins and Accommodation on Gulet Mehmet Ayaz

Mehmet Ayaz has two master cabins and three double cabins with fresh blue-and-white textiles, warm wood, air conditioning and private bathrooms – bright, restful rooms on this sailing gulet in Turkey.

Life on Board: Real Sailing, Real Comfort

When the breeze is right, the crew sets all of Mehmet Ayaz’s sails – a spectacular sight and a peaceful way to travel between bays. At anchor, the teak sun deck and shaded aft lounge are the heart of life on board.

Meals are prepared fresh every day, from Turkish breakfasts to grilled fish dinners served on deck at sunset.

Turkish Cuisine and Dining on Mehmet Ayaz

Turkish cuisine is one of the highlights of a gulet charter in Turkey. On board Mehmet Ayaz, the chef prepares fresh, home-style dishes with ingredients bought daily in local markets in Bodrum, Marmaris, Göcek and Fethiye. Each day starts with a traditional Turkish breakfast – fresh simit and bread, village cheeses, olives, tomatoes and cucumbers, honey and clotted cream (kaymak), menemen and eggs cooked to order, served with Turkish tea.

Lunch at anchor brings colourful Aegean mezes – haydari, ezme, stuffed vine leaves, smoky aubergine and olive-oil vegetables – followed by grilled sea bass or sea bream, octopus or chicken şiş. Dinners under the stars feature slow-cooked lamb, kebabs and the catch of the day, finished with baklava, seasonal fruit and Turkish coffee. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, kosher-friendly and children’s menus are all available on request, and the bar can be stocked with your favourite wines, rakı, champagne and cocktails.

Famous Restaurants Along the Coast – Ashore by Tender

A private yacht lets you combine meals on board with dinners at some of the most famous restaurants on the Turkish Riviera. The captain anchors close to shore and the crew takes you there by tender, waits or returns at the agreed time and brings you back for a late swim or a nightcap on deck. Around Bodrum, favourites include Yalıkavak Marina (home to Nusr-Et, Zuma and Sakhalin), the fishing village of Gümüşlük with seafront fish restaurants such as Mimoza, and chic Türkbükü with Macakızı. Near Marmaris and Datça, guests love the fish restaurants of Selimiye such as Sardunya, Manzara in Söğüt and the restaurants of D-Maris Bay, while around Göcek and Fethiye you can dine at Özcan in Göcek, D’Breeze at D-Resort or Adaia, a bay restaurant reached only by sea.

Many quiet bays in Gökova, Hisarönü and the Göcek islands also have small family-run restaurants with their own jetties, serving fresh fish, gözleme and village dishes. Aren Yachting can reserve your tables in advance – essential in July and August – and plan your route so that every evening ends at the right spot. Restaurant availability depends on the season and reservations.

Where to Cruise: Bodrum, Knidos and Datça

Mehmet Ayaz’s home port is Bodrum; Göcek, Marmaris or Fethiye departures can be arranged on request. A sailing week towards Knidos and Datça is her ideal route. A sample week follows our Bodrum – Knidos – Datça peninsula itinerary:

• Day 1 – Bodrum: Board in the afternoon in Bodrum harbour, meet the crew and enjoy dinner on deck below the castle.
• Day 2 – Karaada & Akvaryum Bay: Swim at the hot springs of Karaada and in the clear water of Aquarium Bay before an evening at anchor.
• Day 3 – Knidos: Cross to the ancient city of Knidos at the tip of the Datça peninsula and explore its temples and theatre at sunset.
• Day 4 – Palamutbükü: Long pebble beach, fish restaurants and a lazy afternoon of swimming and paddleboarding.
• Day 5 – Datça: Stroll the harbour town of Datça, famous for almonds, honey and thyme, and visit Eski Datça.
• Day 6 – Mersincik: A remote, pine-backed bay with turquoise water – perfect for snorkelling.
• Day 7 – Kargı & Bodrum peninsula: Final swim stops on the way back towards Bodrum.
• Day 8 – Bodrum: Breakfast on board and disembarkation in the morning.

Why Charter Mehmet Ayaz with Aren Yachting?

A real sailing gulet with two master cabins and a 2019 refit, Mehmet Ayaz is a strong choice for ten guests. Aren Yachting is TÜRSAB-licensed and based in Bodrum; we plan your route and handle every detail. 2026 and 2027 enquiries open.

💶 Weekly Charter Rates

Weekly rates include the gulet with crew, fuel for standard cruising, water, bed linen and towels, harbour and berth taxes and the Turkish transit log. Food and drinks, transfers and Greek-island taxes are extra. 2027 rates on request.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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