Şeyma Kaptan – 25.5 m Sailing Gulet with 5 Cabins and a Crew of 4 in Bodrum

Few gulets look as magnificent under full sail as Şeyma Kaptan. This 25.5-metre traditional gulet, built in 2004 and refitted in 2010, carries a full set of white sails above her varnished wooden hull – and she uses them. Below deck she offers five air-conditioned cabins for ten guests, looked after by a crew of four.

With a 6.5-metre beam and generous decks, Şeyma Kaptan suits families and groups who want space, real sailing and attentive service at a very competitive price for a 5 cabin gulet charter from Bodrum.

Cabins and Accommodation on Gulet Şeyma Kaptan

Şeyma Kaptan’s five cabins are finished in warm mahogany with comfortable beds, air conditioning and private bathrooms – plenty of room for two or three families on a private gulet holiday in Turkey.

Life on Board: Under Sail on the Aegean

When the afternoon breeze fills in, the crew of four raises Şeyma Kaptan’s sails for a quiet, unforgettable passage – one of the great joys of a traditional gulet. Mornings and evenings are for swimming in calm coves and long meals on the shaded aft deck.

Inside, the mahogany saloon and air-conditioned cabins offer a cool retreat, and the cook serves fresh Turkish and Mediterranean dishes throughout the day.

Turkish Cuisine and Dining on Şeyma Kaptan

Turkish cuisine is one of the highlights of a gulet charter in Turkey. On board Şeyma Kaptan, 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

Şeyma Kaptan’s home port is Bodrum; Göcek, Marmaris or Fethiye departures can be arranged on request. Her sailing ability makes the Bodrum – Knidos – Datça loop a highlight. 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 Şeyma Kaptan with Aren Yachting?

A real sailing gulet with five air-conditioned cabins and a crew of four, Şeyma Kaptan offers outstanding value for groups of ten. Aren Yachting is TÜRSAB-licensed and based in Bodrum; we plan your itinerary, book restaurants ashore and look after every detail. 2026 and 2027 enquiries welcome.

💶 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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Sail the Aegean in classic style aboard Şeyma Kaptan, a 5-cabin gulet charter in Bodrum – contact Aren Yachting for availability.