Kalypso

Built in 2008, Kalypso is a 13.25-metre sailing yacht based at Gumbet Marina on the western side of the Bodrum peninsula. Her four cabins sleep eight guests, and she is offered strictly as a whole-boat charter, meaning the deck, cockpit and saloon belong to a single group for the entire trip.

In a Bodrum charter scene where gulets and motor yachts tend to dominate, Kalypso fills a more specific role. She is a genuine sailing yacht, chartered on a bareboat basis, which means at least one person in the group needs a recognised offshore sailing licence backed by real open-water experience. In exchange, the itinerary is entirely in your hands: departure times, anchorages and daily pace follow the wind and the group's own preferences rather than a fixed programme.

Gumbet Marina makes a practical starting point for reaching the sheltered bays of the Bodrum peninsula. With a few days available, you can plan day sails among the nearby coves, and with three or four nights you can extend that into a proper blue cruise along the Aegean coast, choosing anchorages as conditions allow. A full week on board gives room for a real sailing rhythm to build: mornings under sail, afternoons swimming in clear water, quiet evenings at anchor. Crews with more time and experience can plan a longer route further south toward the Mediterranean coast.

Each of the four cabins comes with a firm berth and its own storage space, and the saloon is sized comfortably for shared meals and conversation. As a Bodrum yacht charter option, Kalypso suits active, self-sufficient groups who want the wind and the water to shape the trip rather than a set touring schedule. Contact us for availability and a tailored quote.