Bodrum Yacht Charter Prices: What a Private Boat Really Costs

Bodrum charter prices depend on four things: the type of boat, the number of cabins, the time of year, and whether you are booking a day trip or a multi-day cruise. There is no single answer to “how much does a yacht cost in Bodrum” because a three-cabin gulet for a day trip and a nine-cabin supergulet for a week along the Gokova Gulf are completely different products at completely different price points. This guide breaks down what drives the cost, organizes the fleet by budget tier with named boats you can actually book, explains what is and is not included in the charter rate, and shows you how to get the best value for your group. Current nightly rates for every boat in the fleet are listed on the Bodrum Private Tours boat rental page.

What Affects Yacht Charter Prices in Bodrum?

Four factors determine what you will pay for a private charter in Bodrum. Understanding each one puts you in a stronger position to match the right boat to your trip and avoid overpaying for capacity or features you do not need.

The first factor is boat type. A traditional Turkish gulet and a modern motor yacht are built for different kinds of trips, and they price differently. Gulets are wide, wooden sailing yachts designed for slow cruising, deck living, and multi-day blue cruises along the Aegean coast. Motor yachts are faster, sleeker, and built for day trips or short hops between bays. The structural differences between these two categories affect everything from crew size to fuel consumption, which feeds directly into the charter rate. For a full breakdown of how gulets and motor yachts compare on speed, space, capacity, and cost, see the guide on gulet vs. motor yacht charters.

The second factor is cabin count and guest capacity. A boat with three cabins carrying six guests costs fundamentally less to operate than one with eight cabins carrying sixteen. More cabins means a larger hull, more crew, more food, and more fuel. But it also means a lower per-person cost when you fill the boat, which is why larger gulets often represent better value for groups.

The third factor is season. Bodrum’s charter season runs from April through October. July and August are peak months — the water is warmest, the Meltemi winds are at their strongest, and demand pushes rates to their highest point. May, June, September, and October are shoulder months with lower rates, warm water, and fewer boats anchored in the popular bays. Winter months offer the lowest rates but come with weather risk and limited fleet availability.

The fourth factor is duration. A single-day charter carries a higher per-day rate than a weekly booking. Multi-day and weekly charters spread fixed costs like crew, provisioning, and port fees across more days, which brings the daily average down.

Bodrum Charter Prices by Budget Tier

The most useful way to think about Bodrum charter pricing is not by a single number but by tier. Each tier targets a different kind of trip, group size, and expectation level. The full fleet with current nightly rates is listed at the boat rental hub.

Budget-Friendly Gulets

These are traditional wooden gulets at the most accessible end of the fleet. They are well-maintained, crewed, and perfectly comfortable for a first charter or a family trip where the priority is being on the water rather than having luxury amenities.

• Aliko — 12 guests, 6 cabins. A traditional gulet that sits at the entry point of the fleet.
• Almira — 16 guests, 8 cabins. One of the largest budget-tier boats, making it a strong option for bigger groups.
• Bibi Aysegul — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Another budget-friendly traditional gulet with solid capacity.
• Sudenaz — 10 guests, 5 cabins. Slightly smaller, good for mid-sized groups who want an affordable rate.

For very small groups of six or fewer, consider the compact gulets Ariva (6 guests, 3 cabins), Karia (6 guests, 3 cabins), or Kuzey (6 guests, 2 cabins). These are the smallest boats in the fleet and priced accordingly.

Mid-Range Charters

The mid-range tier offers more refined interiors, better deck space, and upgraded amenities without crossing into full luxury pricing. These boats suit groups of friends, family reunions, and multi-day cruises where comfort matters but the budget is not unlimited.

• Artemis — 8 guests, 4 cabins. A mid-range gulet with a good balance of space and cost.
• Lady Christa — 10 guests, 5 cabins. Mid-budget with well-appointed cabins.
• Ros Mare — 8 guests, 4 cabins. Compact mid-range option.
• Zephyria II — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Mid-budget gulet, solid for groups of ten to twelve.
• Estrella De Mar — 12 guests, 5 cabins. Mid-budget with good deck space.
• Fatos — 12 guests, 8 cabins. High cabin count relative to guest capacity, meaning more private space per person.
• Fortuna — 14 guests, 7 cabins. A traditional gulet that handles larger groups well.
• Dea Del Mare — 10 guests, 5 cabins. Traditional gulet in the mid tier.
• Flas VII — 16 guests, 8 cabins. One of the larger traditional gulets, useful for bigger groups who want mid-range pricing.

Luxury and VIP Yachts

The luxury tier is where the fleet starts to separate itself from standard charters. These gulets feature deck jacuzzis, indoor jacuzzis, custom interiors, premium materials, and larger crew-to-guest ratios. Rates reflect the build quality and service level.

• Dolce Mare — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Luxury gulet with a deck jacuzzi.
• Gul Sultan — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Modern luxury build with a deck jacuzzi. Gul Sultan
• Casa del Arte II — 10 guests, 5 cabins. Art-themed luxury gulet with distinctive interiors.
• Miss B — 8 guests, 4 cabins. Modern luxury gulet, compact and refined.
• Grande Mare — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Deluxe gulet.
• Arif Kaptan A — 12 guests, 6 cabins. Traditional build with luxury-level finishes.
• Bedia Sultan — 10 guests, 5 cabins. Luxury gulet with an indoor jacuzzi.
• Blue Heaven — 9 guests, 5 cabins. Luxury gulet with a deck jacuzzi.

For large groups, events, or corporate charters, the fleet includes supergulets with higher capacity:

• Esma Sultan — 14 guests, 7 cabins. Modern luxury supergulet.
• Prenses Lila — 16 guests, 8 cabins. Large luxury gulet for bigger groups.
• Queen of Salmakis — 18 guests, 8 cabins. Modern luxury with a deck jacuzzi, one of the largest in the fleet.
• Cemre IV — 18 guests, 9 cabins. The highest cabin count in the fleet.
• Meira — up to 36 guests. A 55-meter ultra-luxury motorsailer, the largest vessel in the fleet. Meira is built for corporate events, weddings, and large organized groups.

If you are planning a large-group event on one of these boats, the yacht party planning guide covers music rules, bay routes, and booking logistics.

Motor Yachts

Motor yachts follow a different pricing logic than gulets. They are smaller, faster, and burn more fuel, which means a higher per-person cost. But for day trips and short hops between bays, the speed advantage makes them a better fit than a slow-cruising gulet.

• Moonlight — 3 guests, 2 cabins. The smallest motor yacht in the fleet, suited for couples or very small groups.
• Efe 01 — 6 guests, 3 cabins. A solid day-trip motor yacht.
• Karan — 6 guests, 3 cabins. Motor yacht for small groups.
• Ruzgar Demir — 6 guests, 3 cabins. Motor yacht for day trips.
• Vedo B — 10 guests, 5 cabins. The largest motor yacht in the fleet, a luxury option with space for bigger groups.

What Is Included in a Bodrum Yacht Charter Price?

Most private yacht charters in Bodrum include the boat itself, the captain, crew, basic insurance, and fuel for a standard local route. On gulet day charters, the rate typically also covers a set lunch menu, soft drinks, towels, and basic snorkeling equipment. This means you can step aboard, cruise, swim, eat, and return without spending anything beyond the charter fee.

What is usually not included: alcoholic beverages, special dietary requests or upgraded menus, marina fees at foreign ports (relevant if your route crosses to Greek islands), jet ski or paddleboard rentals, and fishing equipment. If the charter is weekly rather than daily, provisioning works differently — you may choose between a full-board arrangement where the crew handles all meals, or an a la carte setup where you stock the galley yourself or work from a menu the crew shops for.

What Bodrum Private Tours Charters Include

Bodrum Private Tours charters include the yacht, captain, crew, fuel, and insurance as standard. Food, beverages, foreign port taxes, fuel for water toys, transfers, and optional extras are listed separately. The full breakdown of what is and is not included for each specific boat is shown on the individual boat pages at the boat rental hub.

This transparency matters because the charter industry in Bodrum varies widely on inclusions. Some operators quote a low base rate and add fuel, crew, and provisioning on top. Others include everything except alcohol. Knowing what is bundled before you compare prices prevents surprises on the day.

Hidden Costs and Extra Fees to Know About

The nightly or daily rate you see on a fleet listing is the starting point, not always the final number. Several additional costs can add to the total depending on your route, group, and preferences. Knowing them in advance lets you budget accurately.

Fuel is the most variable extra. A day trip that loops around the Bodrum peninsula — Bardakci Bay, Karaada, Aquarium Bay — burns relatively little fuel, especially on a gulet under sail. But a motor yacht running to the far end of the Gokova Gulf or down to Datca will use significantly more. Longer multi-day routes consume more fuel overall, though gulets offset this with their slower cruising speed. For a detailed look at which bays and islands are reachable by day trip versus multi-day charter, see the islands and bays near Bodrum guide.

Foreign port taxes apply if your route crosses into Greek waters. Bodrum sits close to several Greek islands — Kos is visible from Bodrum Castle — and some charterers include a Greek island stop in their itinerary. Port fees, entry taxes, and clearance costs at foreign harbors are paid by the guest and are separate from the charter rate.

Provisioning costs depend on the meal arrangement. If the charter includes a standard lunch, you are covered. If you want an upgraded menu, special ingredients, or full-board catering across a multi-day cruise, the provisioning cost rises. Most crews will work with you to build a menu that fits your budget and dietary needs.

Crew gratuity is customary in Turkey but not mandatory. There is no fixed rule and no expectation of a specific amount. It is a gesture of appreciation for good service and is handled at the end of the charter.

A refundable security deposit is standard practice across the industry. The deposit is held against potential damage and returned in full at the end of the charter if the boat is returned in good condition.

Water toys and excursion add-ons — jet skis, paddleboards, wakeboarding, scuba diving gear — may be available on certain boats or rented separately. These are optional and quoted individually.

When Is the Best Time to Charter for the Best Price?

Shoulder season — May, June, September, and October — offers the strongest combination of favorable pricing and good sailing conditions in Bodrum. Water temperatures during these months sit comfortably in the low-to-mid twenties (Celsius), air temperatures range between 22 and 28 degrees, and the popular bays along the peninsula are noticeably less crowded than in midsummer.

Peak season runs from early July through late August. This is when Bodrum’s charter fleet is at full capacity. The water is warmest, the days are longest, and demand is at its highest. Rates during these months reach their maximum, and the most popular boats — particularly the large-group gulets — are booked out well in advance. The northwesterly Meltemi winds also blow strongest during this window, which creates livelier sea conditions and makes route planning more wind-dependent.

Off-season runs from November through April. Rates drop to their lowest point, but most of the fleet is laid up for winter maintenance. Weather is unpredictable, water is cold, and only a limited number of boats remain available. Off-season charters are rare and typically only viable for sheltered coastal hops rather than open-water cruising.

For a starters, read our comprehensive yacht charter guide.

How Far in Advance Should You Book?

For peak summer (July and August), book three to six months ahead. The boats that fill first are the large-capacity gulets — Cemre IV (18 guests, 9 cabins), Prenses Lila (16 guests, 8 cabins), Queen of Salmakis (18 guests, 8 cabins), and Esma Sultan (14 guests, 7 cabins). These are the boats that groups want for parties, reunions, and weddings, and there are only a few of them in the fleet. Once they are gone for a given week in July, there is no equivalent substitute.

For shoulder season, one to three months of lead time is usually enough for most boats, though the luxury tier still benefits from earlier booking.

For off-season, two to four weeks is typically sufficient, since availability is limited but demand is low.

How to Get the Best Value from Your Bodrum Charter

The cheapest charter is not always the best value. A boat that is too large for your group wastes cabin capacity you are paying for. A boat that is too small forces an uncomfortable trip. Matching the right boat to your actual group size, trip type, and priorities matters more than chasing the lowest nightly rate.

Start by counting your group honestly. If you have eight people, book a boat with four or five cabins — not one with eight. The extra cabins push you into a higher price bracket for space you will not use. Conversely, packing a six-person group onto a two-cabin boat saves money but sacrifices comfort on anything longer than a day trip.

Consider a gulet for multi-day trips and a motor yacht for day trips. Gulets carry more guests at a lower per-person cost and are designed for slow, comfortable coastal cruising — exactly what a three-to-seven-night blue cruise requires. Motor yachts are faster and better suited for hitting multiple bays in a single day, but the smaller capacity means a higher per-person rate.

Book shoulder season if your travel dates are flexible. May, June, September, and October deliver comparable water quality and weather to peak summer, with noticeably lower charter rates and fewer boats competing for the same anchorages.

Ask about all-inclusive versus a la carte provisioning. On a multi-day charter, a full-board package where the crew handles all meals can simplify budgeting and sometimes costs less than buying provisions separately. On a day charter, lunch and soft drinks are typically included already.

Combine a charter with a land-based tour for a complete Bodrum trip. Many visitors pair a few days on the water with a guided day tour on land. The Ephesus Tour departs from Bodrum and visits the ancient city and Sirince village. The Pamukkale Tour is a full-day trip to the white travertine terraces. Both include hotel pickup and are guided. The full range of Bodrum tours is listed at the tours hub.

If you are a starter, read our comprehensive guide on how to book a yacht charter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Choose the Right Boat and Get an Accurate Quote

Bodrum yacht charter pricing is not a single number — it is shaped by the type of boat, the number of cabins, the time of year, and how many days you spend on the water. The most useful thing you can do before booking is match your group size and trip type to the right tier of the fleet, then check the current rates for that specific boat.

Browse the full Bodrum Private Tours fleet with nightly rates for every gulet and motor yacht.

If you are not sure which boat fits your group, request a custom quote with your travel dates, group size, and any preferences. The team operates from Bodrum and knows the fleet firsthand.

For airport transfers to and from your charter, Bodrum Private Tours also provides private VIP transfers in Mercedes Vito and Sprinter vehicles from Bodrum-Milas Airport (BJV) and Dalaman Airport (DLM).