Elif

Elif is a 9.6-metre sailing yacht built in 2007 and berthed at Ece Marina, one of the most well-positioned marinas along Turkey's Turquoise Coast. With two private cabins and a maximum capacity of four guests, Elif is chartered exclusively as a whole boat, giving a small group complete privacy throughout the voyage.

The yacht's compact dimensions are a genuine operational advantage in this region. Where larger gulets must anchor offshore, Elif can slip into secluded coves and shallow bays around Fethiye, Göcek and Ölüdeniz that remain inaccessible to bigger vessels. The result is a more intimate engagement with the coastline: quiet anchorages, clear water directly off the stern, and mornings without the crowd.

From Ece Marina, guests can plan day sails into the Fethiye Gulf or set out on a multi-day blue cruise stretching toward Butterfly Valley, the Twelve Islands of Göcek or beyond. The two-cabin layout works especially well for two couples or a group of four close friends who want their own sleeping quarters while sharing the cockpit and foredeck. A yacht charter of this scale keeps costs manageable without sacrificing the core sailing experience.

Elif's 2007 build places her in a generation of cruising sailboats designed for coastal performance and reliability rather than sheer size. For those searching for a Fethiye yacht charter or an Ece Marina sailing trip that feels genuine rather than resort-like, this is the kind of boat worth considering. The priority here is wind, water and a well-chosen anchorage, not onboard spectacle.

For availability, routing ideas and a personalised quote, reach out directly and we can match Elif's calendar to your travel dates.