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Catamaran charter in Bodrum
A modern take on the gulet: twin hulls, a vast flybridge and quiet progress under sail.
Catamaran charter in Bodrum gives you the space of a gulet without the wooden romance, but with air conditioning in every cabin and sails instead of a constant engine drone. The Lagoon 50 is the yard's flagship: nearly 15 metres long, up to six cabins and a flybridge with room for a sofa, sunbeds and the helm.
By day up to 12 people come aboard. The hydraulic stern platform sinks to water level, so getting into the sea or the tender is equally easy for a grandmother and a teenager. A generator keeps the air conditioning running at anchor, and paddleboards keep children occupied wherever you stop.
This catamaran is a strong pick for families with older children and for big groups who want a week in the Gulf of Gökova without cramped cabins. The skipper sails the boat while a host keeps things tidy aboard and helps with meals.
Catamarans in Bodrum
What it costs
The lowest indicative prices among the yachts of this type on this page.
- Full day
- from €1,800 / day
- Week-long charter
- from €11,000 / week
Indicative "from" market prices for this destination. The exact price depends on dates, duration and the specific yacht, and comes in your personal quote.
Usually included
- A skipper and a host
- Air conditioning and generator
- Paddleboards and the hydraulic stern platform
- Bed linen and towels on a weekly charter
Usually extra
- Groceries and drinks bought to your list
- Fuel for the engines and generator over a week
- Marina nights and paid mooring buoys
- End-of-charter cleaning, unless the offer includes it
Exact inclusions depend on the yacht and are always listed in your written offer.
Where you go
The usual starting point is the marina in central Bodrum. A day out heads to Kara Ada and Orak; a week heads into Gökova, with pale-sanded Sedir Island, the bays of Çökertme and İnceburun and nights among pine-covered hills.
Marinas
- Milta Bodrum Marina
- Yalıkavak Marina
- D-Marin Turgutreis
When to go
Charters run May to October. June and September are the best fit for a Gökova week, with warm water and a softer meltemi, while in high summer the steady breeze gives the catamaran good speed under sail. Book day charters as a whole day, since the passage to Orak is not one to rush.
Catamaran charter in Bodrum: FAQ
Why choose the Lagoon 50 over a gulet?
She is steadier in a swell, the cabins are air-conditioned and under sail she moves almost silently. A gulet wins on atmosphere and an onboard cook, so it comes down to what matters more to you.
How many people can live aboard for a week?
Depending on the layout, she has up to six cabins. The exact berth count of the boat offered is stated in your quote.
Will we have to help with the sails?
No, the skipper manages alone. If you are curious, though, he will happily show you the sheets and the wheel, and many guests enjoy that.