Dragut S

Dragut S is a 12.43-metre sailing yacht built in 2016 and berthed at D-Marin Turgutreis on the open-water side of the Bodrum peninsula. Unlike more congested anchorages along this stretch of coast, Turgutreis sits well clear of the summer crowds, which means that from the moment the lines are cast off, usable sailing water is almost immediately at hand. For groups that have come specifically to sail rather than simply to be on the water, that distinction matters.

The yacht sleeps six guests across three cabins and is chartered exclusively as a whole boat. From the moment you step aboard until you return to Turgutreis, the cockpit, salon and deck belong to your group alone. No other passengers join at any point. The 2016 build year brings an interior layout and onboard systems that many older yachts of similar length simply cannot offer. At 12.43 metres, the hull occupies a size range where sailing remains thoroughly tactile: helm inputs register cleanly, and the kinetic feedback that heavier, larger yachts tend to dampen is fully present here.

Charter options out of Turgutreis cover considerable range. A day sail can take in Karaada, Orak Island or the sheltered bays around Akyarlar, with pace set by wind and mood rather than any fixed agenda. Groups with a full week can plan a blue cruise toward the Datça Peninsula, the Gulf of Hisarönü or the coastline running toward Marmaris, shaping the itinerary around their own preferences. Wind conditions along this section of coast typically fall in the light-to-moderate range, making Dragut S a well-suited option for mixed groups that include both seasoned sailors and those accumulating their first serious sea miles.

If experienced crew members in your party want time at the helm, that can be arranged without difficulty. If the preference runs toward anchoring in quiet coves, swimming off the stern and leaving all navigation to a professional, a qualified skipper can be organised to handle the boat throughout. Demand for Bodrum sailing charters rises sharply through July and August, so locking in your dates well ahead of peak season is a practical move. Get in touch for current availability, skipper arrangements and a quote shaped around your group's plans.