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Marmaris Yacht Charter 2026: Why Bozburun & Selimiye Are So Popular?

Marmaris Yacht Charter 2026: Why Bozburun & Selimiye Are So Popular

In recent years, yacht charter demand in Marmaris has shifted toward more exclusive and tranquil destinations. Among them, Bozburun and Selimiye stand out as the top choices for the 2026 season.

These destinations offer a refined alternative to crowded holiday hubs, combining natural beauty with privacy, comfort, and a more personalized yachting experience.

Bozburun is one of Türkiye’s leading gulet-building centers and a preferred departure point for high-end yacht charters. It offers less boat traffic, quieter bays, unspoiled coastline, and a strong selection of premium gulets and yachts. For guests seeking privacy and a higher standard of comfort, Bozburun provides a clear advantage.

Selimiye offers a balanced experience, combining calm surroundings with a refined coastal lifestyle. With boutique waterfront restaurants, a relaxed yet social atmosphere, and exceptional sunset views, it is ideal for those who want to enjoy both the sea and a tasteful onshore experience.

Yacht charters departing from Bozburun and Selimiye typically include stops at Dirsekbükü Bay, Bencik Bay, Dişlice Island, and Orhaniye & Kızkumu. These routes are known for their natural beauty and relatively low crowd levels, offering a more authentic cruising experience.

Due to increasing demand, yacht charter prices in Marmaris are expected to remain strong in 2026. Indicative daily rates range from €1,000 to €3,000 for mid-range gulets and from €3,000 to €10,000+ for luxury yachts, depending on the yacht, season, and level of service.

High-quality yachts in Bozburun and Selimiye are typically booked months in advance, especially for peak periods such as July and August. Early planning ensures better availability and a wider selection of yachts.

Bozburun and Selimiye continue to define the new standard for yacht charter experiences in Marmaris. For those seeking a quieter, more exclusive, and high-quality holiday at sea, these destinations remain among the best options in the Eastern Mediterranean.

For yacht availability, tailored itineraries, and 2026 charter options, feel free to contact us for further details.

Testimonials

  • A boat is much more than a way of travelling. It brings you to places where your dreams can come true. In our case, we have spent two marvellous weeks navigating between Turkey and Greece. Moreover, the services provided by Sunshine Cruising were not only Professional, they were friendly. A %100 satisfaction quote is not exagerated. Sincere thanks to Esra and her team.

    Marc – Brenda – Karin – Alain (Rodman 41)

  • Dear Ahmet, Dear Esra, Dear Sunshine Cruising team, We are very new in the boat-charter holiday, but we have never been treated as nice as in Marmaris from Sunshine Cruising team, especially from Ahmet and Esra –a perfect team for a perfect trip. We enjoyed it very very much and we nearly forgot the pricing!! Thank you for everything. We will come again – for sure, best regards from Austria!

    Sabine – Kurt (Bavaria 33)

  • To Esra & Team Yellow bird is a great boat in layout & comfort. Clean, furnished well and a joy to travel in. We had a lovely two weeks cruising the islands off Greece & Turkey. The ease of booking through Esra and the help from the boys made a perfect team. Thank you all for being so thoughtful and helpful. A pleasure meeting you.

    Margeret And Paul “Bayliner 4587″

  • Dear Esra, Dear Ahmet and team; Thank you for the warm welcome and all your kind support till the end. We enjoyed a wonderful time on our 2 week trip through Turkish water and coasts, weather and conditions were marvellous. Our highlight was wild anchoring in Yeşilova Bay – so wonderful place! Hoping to come back…

    Ulker – Lars – Heike – Harold (Bayliner 3388 – 2010)

  • Dear Esra, Dear Ahmet, Dear Fatih; Thank you for all the support and help you gave us and for the friendly and warm way you did it! We enjoyed our trip with “blue moon” and made many interesting and worthful experiences with the boat-life and with the lovely Turkish landscape and people we saw and met.

    Thanks again and good bye.

    Christina – Paul (Bavaria 33 – 2010)

  • To the Sunshine Cruising Team Everything was tripple A! Beginning with the first booking correspondence, the hand out of the Kimberley, the kindness way, just everything was total Professional and very friendly.

    We had a great trip.

    The Reimers Team (Rodman 41 – 2011)

  • To the sunshine Cruising team; Thank you very much. We have enjoyed 2 great week on Kimberley. Your helpful organization has been impeccable and very receptive. We will come again and will look forward to enjoying the hospitality of Turkey – shown so well by Ahmet, Esra and team.

    Richard & Jill (Fairline Squadron 55 & Rodman 41 – 2011/2012)

  • To the Sunshine Cruising team; Enjoyed our trip on Kimberley can’t say enough about your beautiful country Turkey! It was all amazing. You do a wondeful job and made us feel very welcome. Thank you all so much, we are leaving with some wonderful memeries!

    Louise – Gordon – Cathy – Gregory (Rodman 41 – 2011)

  • Hi together, First time I visited this country. At our home we have many neighbours from Turkey but we never visited Turkey. Now I was here and can tell that to our neighbours. This week, we find so many nice places on our way to Bozburun and back. So many nice bays hold us safe over night, swimming, fishing and the beer we could enjoy every day. The ship is in a good and safe condition. Many thanks for the nice days!

    Ina – Eberhard – Alexandra – Ulrich (Rodman 41 – 2011/2012)

  • To Esra and her team. Our trip was wonderful! Colena is a great boat. Very comfortable! Thank you for your help and service! We will definetely come back to Turkey and to you! We all wish you luck, good clients and all the best!

    Alex – Sergey – Olga – Galina – Polina – Nikita (Fairline Squadron 55 – 2012)

  • Dear Esra, Ahmet & Onur, Since 2000, we chartered 3 times a motor yacht with you (2 x Bayliner 3388, 1 x Sealine S34) We are very very satisfied and we had a wonderful week. Your service is excellent and the boats are in such a wonderful condition. Your warm and kind approach towards your guests is “unique” and highly appreciated! We are looking forward to see you soon again! All the best for SSC!

    Family Blach – Austria (Bayliner 3388 – Sealine S34 (2000 – 2007 – 2013)

  • Bu dördüncü gelişimiz Marmaris'e. Herbiri, birbirinden güzel bir tatil oldu. Denizi, havası hiç bizi üzmedi. Kiraladığımız tekneler temiz ve bakımlılardı. Bunun için Sunshine Cruising’e bütün arkadaşlar ismine teşekkür ederim.

    Yücel (Bayliner 3388 – Rodman 41)
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