Blue Voyage Tours In Turkey

YACHT HOLIDAY by LILA YACHTING

2009-11-29T11:31:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

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Princess Lila Gulet Yachting Turkey operates yacht charter and blue cruises, cabin charter, sailing between Fethiye, Kekova, Datça. Crewed yacht charter with the princess Lila Yacht, along South coastline of Turkey. Let us help you to enjoy sailing in Turkey with our yacht Princess Lila. We organize blue cruises with the help of our crew.

You can contact us directly any time, starting from your first inquiry throughout all the planning and organization until the cruise date. Regarding the number in the group and required facilities we can suggest other crewed yachts, gulets for private charters in case our yacht is already booked during the requested blue voyage period. If you don't have a group to charter a blue cruise yacht privately, you can still join to a scheduled cruise.

Captain And Crew
Our crew all speak English and besides taking care of you and the boat, will surprise you with entertainment and keep you smiling throughout your holiday.
All the crew must have valid certification to work on any vessel in Turkey. The crew consists of. Fully Qualified Captain - Master Sailer - Sailor's - cabin Boy.
There is also a fully qualified Chef that has experience in working on cruise liners. All the crew are trained in safety procedures on the yacht.

Food Service On Board
Every day we have a different menu and we also cater for vegetarians. Below we give you some idea of the food throughout the day.

Sample Breakfast : Tea, Coffee or Orange Juice - Traditional Turkish Breakfast (olives, cheese, tomato, cucumber, egg, salami) - Omelet - Eggs as you like - Sausages - Toast.
Sample Lunch : Roast Chicken - Vegetables - Spaghetti - Salads - Chicken casserole.
Tea : Tea at 5 (Tea - Coffee - Biscuits - Cakes).
Sample Dinner : Varied Starters (salads, dips, cheese, rolls), Main Course (fish, meat, bar-b-que, chips, rice, pasta, chicken.

Activities
There are many sporting activities free on Princes Lila, including canoeing, wind surfing, snorkeling and plenty of fishing lines. Also Water Sports, Water Sky and Ringo are available

Insurance and Certificates
"Princes Lila" like all the boats that work in turkey must have full public liability insurance. The crew must have the correct certification for the job that they are doing and the boat must have the correct life support equipment on board at all times. Not adhering to this is a criminal offense and the Turkish coast guard stop all boats at sea on occasion to check the documents and equipment. You should take out your own normal travel Insurance as the public liability insurance on the boat will not cover you for most of the things that happen to holiday makers, like illness, lost items and accidents.

M/S PRINCESS LILA

Launched in April 2003 this privately built yacht has completed its first full season being chartered by "Tapestry Holidays". For the 2004 season it has been chartered by many individual parties and due to popular demand will remain so for the foreseeable future. Built entirely of Teak and Mahogany with all Stainless Steel fittings, no expense has been spared to build a boat of quality that will last for many years to come.

When the sails cannot be used twin diesel engines drive her to your destination effortlessly. Separate engines drive the sound proofed generator and air conditioning for you comfort. All the latest technology has been fitted for the safety of this vessel including Satellite navigation. A life craft and jackets are available for every one including the crew in the unlikely event of problems at sea.

Technical Datas
Built : 2003
Beam : 7.60 m
Length : 36 m
Draft : 3.20 m
Diesel Capacity : 11 ton
Freshwater Capacity : 20 ton
Voltage : 380 V / 220 V / 12 V / 24 V
Generator : 2 x 46 KWA
Bedrooms : Double Bed Cabins 6, Twin Bed Cabins 2
Cabins : Hot and Cold Water, Telephone, Hair Dryer
Accessories : Deep Freezer 3, Refrigerators 3, Ice Maker 1
Equipment : 5 m Speed Boat with 15 HP Mariner Engine, 24 miles Radar, GPS, Echo Sounder, GSM Phone, Full Sailing System
Activity Equipment : Wind Surfing, Fishing Lines, 2 Canoes

Your Luxury Accommodation
You won't feel confined in these large and light bedrooms. Just like the rest of this boat, your accommodation is constructed to the highest standard for your comfort and enjoyment. Walls, floors and arched doors are of polished mahogany, accompanied by modern fittings and beautiful soft furnishings all chosen by the owners.

Six double bedrooms and two twin rooms are available for you, all with large walk in en-suite shower, wash basin and toilet, just as you would expect in a quality hotel. The double beds are queen size and you wont be confined in the single beds. Mattresses are made from the latest technology materials to support your body in soft but firm comfort. Bed linen and towels are changed every two days and your room is made up and cleaned every day.

M/S PRINCESS SELIN

Its launched in April 2005. For the 2005 season it has been chartered by many individual parties and due to popular demand will remain so for the foreseeable future. Built entirely of Teak and Mahogany with all Stainless Steel fittings, no expense has been spared to build a boat of quality that will last for many years to come. When the sails cannot be used twin diesel engines drive her to your destination effortlessly. Separate engines drive the sound proofed generator and air conditioning for you comfort. All the latest technology has been fitted for the safety of this vessel including Satellite navigation. A life craft and jackets are available for every one including the crew in the unlikely event of problems at sea.

Technical Datas
Built : 2003
Beam : 7.60 m
Length : 37 m
Draft : 3.20 m
Diesel Capacity : 11 ton
Freshwater Capacity : 20 ton
Voltage : 380 V / 220 V / 12 V / 24 V
Generator : 2 x 46 KWA
Air-Condition : All Cabins
Bedrooms : Double Bed Cabins 9, Twin Bed Cabins 2
Cabins : Hot and Cold Water, Telephone, Hair Dryer
Accessories : Deep Freezer 3, Refrigerators 3, Ice Maker 1
Equipment : 5 m Speed Boat with 15 HP Mariner Engine, 24 miles Radar, GPS, Echo Sounder, GSM Phone, Full Sailing System
Activity Equipment : Wind Surfing, Fishing Lines, 2 Canoes

Your Luxury Accommodation
You won't feel confined in these large and light bedrooms. Just like the rest of this boat, your accommodation is constructed to the highest standard for your comfort and enjoyment. Walls, floors and arched doors are of polished mahogany, accompanied by modern fittings and beautiful soft furnishings all chosen by the owners.

Six double bedrooms and two twin rooms are available for you, all with large walk in en-suite shower, wash basin and toilet, just as you would expect in a quality hotel. The double beds are queen size and you wont be confined in the single beds. Mattresses are made from the latest technology materials to support your body in soft but firm comfort. Bed linen and towels are changed every two days and your room is made up and cleaned every day.

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YACHT HOLIDAY by RUTH YACHTING

2009-11-29T11:22:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

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Ruth Yachting has been in business for more than 10 years. We pride ourselves in the individual care, we offer our guests to make their vacation a rich experience. Our crew consists of 4 persons: captain (owner, Yılmaz), two sailors and a cook. We speak English, German, and Turkish.

Our port of call is Fethiye, however you can begin your blue voyage from any other Turkish port, such as Göcek, Kaş, Demre, Finike, Antalya, Marmaris or Bodrum.

We look forward to seeing you and to get to know you, your family and your friends. Take your holiday far away from the stress of mass tourism and experience untouched nature. Feel the flair of the Lycian coast on board a Turkish yacht, built in the traditional pirate ship style. Swim in crystal water, grill in romantic bays. Visit idyllic country sides and ancient remains of past civilisations. On a Blue Voyage you'll meet people, who have kept their sense for romantic. Enjoy the fascination of nature and strange cultures.

Charter the Gulet Ruth-Alessandro with friends, acquaintances, family members for : Family trips, Parties, Honeymoons, Clubs, Company cruises, Work incentives, Birthday celebrations, Seminars

M/S RUTH ALESSANDRO
On our luxury yacht, the Ruth Alessandro, which was built in 2005, you will share an unforgettable holiday. 14 guests in 7 air-conditioned luxury cabin suites, each with a private bathroom and shower.

Technical Data
Built 2005, Turkish flagged Ketch Gulet, Length of the deck 36 m, Beam 7.8 m, Draft 4 m, Engine 2 x 420 HP Cummins, Freshwater 13.000 lt, Fuel 5.000 lt.

Comfort / Recreation
Flybridge with spacious sun deck area with mattresses and cushions, sun awning, cushioned front deck with a large table, deck chairs, spacious saloon with bar and dining table, audio equipment, color TV, DVD player, 1 dinghy with outboard engines, snorkel and fishing gear, and one canoe.

Equipment
Complete navigation equipment, generator 1 x 25 Kw, 24 + 220 v, a life raft, life jackets, fire extinguishers, a fully equipped 13 sqm galley, a refrigerator, a deep freezer, an ice maker, a washing machine and a coffee maker.

Cabins
7 double berth spacious and comfortable cabins (4 double, 2 twin, 1 master cabin). All cabins are equipped with an air conditioning system and a shower massage and a traditional toilet. All cabins have portholes, a wardrobe, a mirror and a smoke detector.

Crew
4 (captain, cook and two sailors) in separate crew quarters. Languages: Turkish, English and German.

Points of Embarkation
Fethiye, Göcek, Marmaris or Bodrum, depending on the date of departure.

ITINERARIES
Embarkation : Saturday 3 pm begin of charter Sunday 9 am
Disembarkation : Saturday 10 am

7 Days Cruises
Fethiye - Gemiler - Ölüdeniz - Göcek - Dalyan – Marmaris - Fethiye
Fethiye - Kaş - Kekova - Myra - Finike - Andriake - Olympos - Kemer - Antalya
Fethiye - Gemiler - Ölüdeniz - Kalkan - Kekova - Kaş - Fethiye
Marmaris - Bozborun - Datça - Knidos - Bodrum

14 Days Cruises
Fethiye - Ölüdeniz - Kalkan - Kaş - Kekova - Myra - Finike - Olympos - Kemer - Antalya
Fethiye - Göcek - Dalyan - Marmaris - Bozborun - Datça - Knidos - Bodrum

Including : 1 transfer from and to airport Antalya or Dalaman. All meals without drinks, welcome cocktail, bedding and cabin towels. All boat expenses: crew, diesel fuel, harbour fees, cleaning etc. Sport equipment on board: surf board, canoe, fishing gear.

FURTHER AGREEMENTS
The itinerary can be modified according to your wishes. Please bring your own sunbathing towels and boat (house) shoes.

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YACHT HOLIDAY by XANTHOS YACHTING

2009-10-30T12:32:00.000-07:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

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We like to welcome you on an unforgettable blue cruise where the blue sea and sky meets the green nature, we have a wide range of itineraries covering beautiful Turkish coast line from Kuşadası to Antalya as well as the Greek islands. You will get a chance to swim in the most beautiful bays of Aegean and Mediterranean seas, snorkel and do some water sports. Ancient ruins and natural surroundings are some of the highlights of our day to day programme.

While snorkeling, you will have the a wonderful experience watching the crystal clear waters of the amazing underwater world. Your chef on board will serve you breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, coffee, cake and dinner. Nothing is too much for us if you need a drink or you have a special request, the crew will be at your service at any time with pleasure.

If you are with your family and children on board, you may prefer to be and swim at relatively quite bays. You can do some snorkeling and see the underwater beauties. Maybe you want to take a walk in the forest. Or you may want to read a book for relax, or work on your computer. You may prefer to have a glass of raki, listen to some music and join the barbecue party on the upper deck with your friends.

At night, you can decide to stay in a quite bay, or to stay at the harbour for do some shopping or go out at night. Your captain will choose the best itinerary that is suitable for you and do everything to make sure that you have a nice holiday. The boats are about 3-4 hours on the way, and they stop at 3-4 places every day. They may put up the sails depending on the wind.

TRANSFERS
It is possible to arrange the transfers from Bodrum, Dalaman or Izmir airport on extra charge.

THE BLUE CRUISE
This is a cruise with a traditional wooden boat along the spectacular South West coastline of Turkey where Aegean and Mediterranean meets. Soon after a
Turkish writer described his unforgettable experience as Blue Voyage, these unique words became the symbol to one of the most desired ways to spend a holiday. Back in history, these wooden crafts were used as coastal transportation vessels along the same area.

Now custom-built for cruising in comfort they serve Blue Voyagers with their friendly Turkish crews and ensure a wonderfully enjoyable cruise. The cruising
season runs from early April through the end of October. The most pleasant months afloat are May & June and September & October.

CABIN CHARTER
Instead of rent the whole boat, you join a scheduled blue cruise with a group of other guests. You will have a private cabin with a wc and shower. On a cabin charter you'll have the chance of meeting different people from different countries and cultures. Getting enough persons to rent a private boat might be sometimes difficult or to expensive. So cabin charter is a alternative for that. The departure and arrival times as well as the itinerary is not changeable on a cabin charter.

THE COMMON FEATURES FOR THE CABIN CHARTER BOATS:
Boat size : We use boats 20-30 meters long.
Number of cabins : The boats have 6-10 guest cabins.
Type of boats : Gulet or ketch-gulet. All wooden boats.
Sails : There is standard equipment for sailing. But usually they don't put the sail up on cabin charters.
Electricity : 12 Volts. 220 Volts in the harbours. There is a inverter for charge the phones, computers and cameras at all times.
Equipment : Radio, CD player, fishing gear, mask and snorkel.
Sun beds : On the top deck there are sun beds for all guests.
Hot water : There is hot water during and after the engine is working.
Cabins : Each cabin has a double bed. Shower and wc in every cabin. Cupboard and towels are present.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES
You can choose to take your own food and/or drinks or to take full board services. Drinks are also available on board. If you decide to take your own food, our cook will be pleased to prepare it. The crew will also be pleased to assist you to the local supermarket. If you have special wishes for example you are a vegetarian, please notify us so that we can adjust our meals.

The cook on board will prepare some of the best Turkish and international cuisine. Breakfast, meat and vegetable dishes, fish and other sea food, Turkish mezes and böreks, pastrys and cakes in the afternoon are some of them. A few times in a week you will have a barbecue. If there are some vegetarian guests, the cook will consider that. The meals are being served at the upper deck, at open air and a nice view.

TOUR PROGRAMS

BODRUM - GULF OF GÖKOVA - BODRUM
This is a quite and relaxing trip at natural places. Many beautiful bays for swimming. On a cabin charter you meet new people and you can make new friends. The nearest airport is Bodrum airport, 35 km. You have the chance of seeing the night life in Bodrum. Çökertme, Sedir (Cleopatra) island, Karacasöğüt, The English harbour, Löngöz, Tuzla and The 7 islands are some of the places you will go. The cook will prepare you food everyday, and you can get drinks from the bar any time you like while you visit different places every day and enjoy your trip.

DAY 1: The boat will be at Bodrum harbour and you can come on board any time in the afternoon. You have time to see Bodrum. The diner is on the board and overnight stay is in the harbour.
DAY 2: The captain will complete harbour formalities, while the guests are having breakfast. After a tour guide comes to the boat and gives you information about your boat and the cruise. After you leave the harbour and make a stop in Yaliçiftlik. Overnight in Kisebükü.
DAY 3: After breakfast depart to the 7 islands. Overnight in Löngöz, which is a real natural wonder where you can make a walk in the forest.
DAY 4: You will go to the Sedir (Cleopatra) island. You can visit the ancient ruins on the island and swim at the beach with the unique sand. At afternoon you arrive at the small village of Karacasöğüt. You may visit the village or take a walk in the forest. It is possible to go to Marmaris at night with the minibus.
DAY 5: After swimming in the English harbour, You arrive in Tuzla. It is possible to take some nice pictures from the hills.
DAY 6: The village of Çökertme is famous for the carpet-weavers. After depart to the Orak island. And stay there for overnight.
DAY 7: After breakfast, a swimming stop at Pabuç burnu. Tavşan burnu at afternoon and later back to Bodrum harbour. Last night is in Bodrum.
DAY 8: After breakfast your week comes to an end. You leave the boat with nice memories.

MARMARİS - GÖCEK - FETHİYE - MARMARİS
On this trip you can see the night life in Marmaris and Fethiye. You will visit and swim at the beautiful bays of Göcek and Fethiye. It is a quite and relaxing trip at natural places. On a cabin charter you meet new people and you can make new friends. You can join the excursion with a small boat, where you go thru the river to Dalyan and the rock tombs of Caunos and the famous Iztuzu beach. The cook will prepare you food everyday, and you can get drinks from the bar any time you like while you visit different places every day and enjoy your trip.

DAY 1: The boat will be at Marmaris harbour and you can come on board any time in the afternoon. You have time to see Marmaris. The diner is on board and overnight stay is in the harbour.
DAY 2: The captain will complete harbour formalities, while the guests are having breakfast. A tour guide will join you on the boat and give you information about your boat and the cruise. After you leave the harbour and make a stop in Ekincik. Here you can join the excursion on extra charge, with a small boat, where you go thru the river to Dalyan and the rock tombs of Caunos and the famous Iztuzu beach. Overnight in Ekincik.
DAY 3: Early morning depart to the enter the gulf of Fethiye. You will stop for swimming in Ağalimanı, Hamam bay and Kızılada.
DAY 4: You go to the harbour of Fethiye. You can see the town, do some shopping or visit Ölüdeniz. Overnight in Fethiye.
DAY 5: After breakfast, you swim at the beautiful bays and islands near Göcek. It is possible to take a walk and take some nice pictures from the hills. Overnight in Yassıca island.
DAY 6:After breakfast, depart to the Bedri Rahmi bay. It is possible to take a walk and see some rock tombs. The mountain views are impressive.
DAY 7: Depart early morning to the bay of Kadırga. Swim stops in Turunç and Cennet island. Later back to Marmaris harbour. Last night is in Marmaris.
DAY 8: After breakfast your week comes to an end. You leave the boat with nice memories.

MARMARİS - DATÇA - GULF OF HİSARÖNÜ - MARMARİS
On this trip you have many beautiful bays for swimming. On a cabin charter you meet new people and you can make new friends. You will see the nights of Marmaris and the ancient ruins of Bozukkale and Knidos. Datça, Selimiye, Orhaniye and Bozburun are little, nice and quite villages to see. Also there are lots of nice bays for swimming on this trip. The cook will prepare you food everyday, and you can get drinks from the bar any time you like while you visit different places every day and enjoy your trip.

DAY 1: The boat will be at Marmaris harbour and you can come on board any time in the afternoon. You have time to see Marmaris. The diner is on board and overnight in the harbour.
DAY 2: The captain will complete harbour formalities, while the guests are having breakfast. A tour guide will join you on the boat and give you information about your boat and the cruise. After you leave the harbour and make a stop in Arap island. At afternoon you arrive in Bozukkale. There are some antic ruins you could see. Overnight here in Bozukkale.
DAY 3: Depart after breakfast to enter Datça. Here you can swim and take a walk in the small town. You can also join the excursion to the ancient city of Caunos on extra charge. Overnight is here in Datça.
DAY 4: After breakfast, you go to the bay of Aktur. At afternoon you will arrive at the natural wonder of Bencik. There are some nice hills where you can take a walk and take some nice pictures. Overnight is here.
DAY 5: After breakfast, you swim at the beautiful bays of Selimiye or Orhaniye. It is possible to take a walk in the village.
DAY 6:After breakfast, depart to Dirsek bükü. At afternoon you arrive at the little town of Bozburun. This place is famous for the boat builders. You can swim, take a walk in the town or visit the boatyards.
DAY 7: After breakfast you go to the bay of Kadırga or Kumlubük. At afternoon a swimming stop at Cennet island. Later back to Marmaris harbour. Last night is in Marmaris.
DAY 8: After breakfast your week comes to an end. You leave the boat with nice memories.

MARMARİS - DATÇA - GREEK ISLANDS (SYMI, RHODOS) - MARMARİS
This is a trip where you can join the Mediterranean night life in Marmaris and the Greek islands. You'll see the beautiful view of Symi, the famous castle and shopping streets of Rhodos, and swim at the clear waters of the gulf of Hisarönü. On a cabin charter you meet new people and you can make new friends.
The cook will prepare you food everyday, and you can get drinks from the bar any time you like while you visit different places every day and enjoy your trip.

Nearest airport to Marmaris is Dalaman 100 km. and Bodrum 125 km. On this trip, the Turkish citizens need a valid passport and a schengen visa. The western citizens must bring their passport or ID card.

DAY 1: The boat will be at Marmaris harbour and you can come on board any time in the afternoon. You have time to see Marmaris. The diner is on the board and overnight stay is in the harbour.
DAY 2: The captain will complete harbour formalities, while the guests are having breakfast. A tour guide will join you on the boat and give you information about your boat and the cruise. After you leave the harbour and make a stop in Arap island. At afternoon you arrive in Bozukkale. There are some antic ruins you could see. It is also possible to take a walk and take some nice pictures. Overnight stay is in Bozukkale.
DAY 3: After breakfast you arrive at the little town of Bozburun. This place is famous for the boat builders. You can swim, take a walk in the town or visit the boatyards. Overnight in Bozburun.
DAY 4: After breakfast, you will arrive at the natural wonder of Bencik. You'll have a glimpse of some beautiful views. In the afternoon you will go to the little town of Datça. It is possible to take a walk in the town. Overnight stay is in Datça.
DAY 5: While you have your breakfast on the boat, the captain is doing the formalities for the port. We than depart to Symi Island. Symi is a small, typical and unspoiled Greek island. The old houses are all traditional style and the little harbour is very beautiful. South of the island you can visit a monastery in Panormitis. We can recommend you Manos the famous sea food restaurant. Overnight is here.
DAY 6: After breakfast, departure to Rhodos. Rhodos is the capital of the Dodecanese islands. In the old town you can see the museum in the castle and many shops and restaurants. You can visit the Mandraki harbour and the new town as well. You stay here overnight.
DAY 7: While you are having breakfast, the captain will complete harbour formalities to leave to Marmaris. You arrive in Marmaris in the afternoon and you stay there for your last night of the holiday.
DAY 8: After breakfast your week comes to an end. You leave the boat with nice memories.

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YACHT HOLIDAY by BEYCAN YACHTING

2009-10-30T11:00:00.000-07:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

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Have you ever spent your holidays on a yacht? Far away from hotels and overcrowded beaches you will experience relaxation and recovery like you never did before. It's a unique and fantastic way of spending the best days of a year. There simply is nothing more relaxing than lying on the deck of Beycan Yacht as it slices through the calm turquoise water of the Turkish sea.

LIFE ON BEYCAN YACHT
They day will start with a delicious breakfast in morning time. After that we will continue our cruise for a few hours and sail if the wind allows. If the past night was too short for you, you might want to relax during the voyage. A sun awning provides shade and there is ample space for everyone on the cushioned sun deck. Closer to lunch, we approach the land and drop anchor in a solitary bay, alongside a small village or off an island.

After lunch there is enough time to swim, fish or snorkel in the clean turquoise water of the bay. Maybe you prefer sunbathing or just sitting under the shade of the sun awning reading a book. The accent during your stay is on recreation and relaxation! Depending on our actual position you can also go paragliding, jet skiing or trekking in the wild nature, visiting a nearby village and coming closer to the native people and their traditions or visiting one of the numerous ancient sites. Here, in the midst of the idyll, you can feel the touch of nature and history.

Whether on land or sea the scenery is spectacular and really impressing. The Mediterranean and Aegean areas are still surprisingly unspoiled. We will continue our voyage and drop anchor in another nice bay in the afternoon. This will be our moorings for tonight. After dinner you can decide what you want to do for the rest of the day. There are a lot of opportunities how to spend the evening time. (sitting on the aft deck chatting and having a glass of wine, making a beach fire, or going ashore visiting some Turkish bar, ... )

YACHT BEYCAN

Technical Data
Length 17 m
Width 5,25 m
Engine 170 HP Ford
Water capacity 4.500 Liter
Fuel capacity 600 Liter

Equipment
Generator
Dinghy 25 HP
Music Set (Radio, Audio CD)
Windsurfer
Canoe

ACCOMMODATION
During your cruise in the Aegean waters of Turkey you will live in comfortable double cabins. The guest cabins on Beycan Yacht have en suite bathrooms with washbasin, shower and toilet. All together the boat is equipped with five guest cabins and one cabin for the crew. It's an unusual adventure if you decide to sleep outdoors on deck.

Dining is generally around a large table on the aft deck. Beycan pampers you during the whole voyage with specialties and samples of the delicious Turkish cuisine, which you surely will miss when you return back home. Please let your crew know what appeals to you in the way of food. (It's a well known fact that the fresh air on the sea will make you very hungry.)

ROUTES & DESTINATIONS

Fethiye - Marmaris - Fethiye
Fethiye - Marmaris - Bodrum - Fethiye
Fethiye - Ölüdeniz - Göcek Koyları (Göcek Bay) - Fethiye
Fethiye - Kekova - Fethiye

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YACHT HOLIDAY by AYAZ YACHTING

2009-07-08T06:16:00.000-07:00

Gümbet, Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

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We are offering a dream holiday, "The Blue Cruise" with our luxurious wooden boat and fully experienced captain and crew. At the end of the journey, you will get addicted to it... we guarantee!

You could enjoy the perfect combination of the sun and sea, get impressed by the natural beauties of the untouched bays of Turkey that can only be visited by a boat, could sail, could go fishing or stop at any bay you like and schedule your own trip!

All of our tours start and end in Bodrum. Our route generally follows Datça, Gökova, Marmaris and Göcek bays. We may follow a different route according to our clients wishes, please contact us in advance.

In case of different routes like Rhodes, Kos and Kalimnos Islands, the international fees would cost approx.

YACHT

Name : Ayaz
Build : 1985 Gümbet - Bodrum
Type : Gullet
Length : 20.60 m / 67.5 feet
Cabin : 6 separate cabins for up to 12 passengers ( with shower + wc + hot water) Fully equipped galley, 1 saloon, indoor - outdoor dining
Crew : 3 (Captain, Cook, Sailor)
Others : Wind surf, canoe, rowing boat

Technical Data
Loan : 20.6 meters
Beam : 5.75 meters
Sail Area : 219 SqM.
Cruising Speed : 7 Miles (10 miles max.)
Fresh Water Tank : 8 tons
Surplus : 2 tons
Fuel Tank : 4.2 tons
Engine : M.A.N 240 HP Marine
Electric : 220 Volt AC & 24 Volt DC
Windlass : Electrical & Hydraulic

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YACHT HOLIDAY by NIRVANA TOURISM

2009-05-17T02:32:00.000-07:00

Turgut Köy, Marmaris - Muğla - Turkey

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Nirvana Tourism is a family business based in Marmaris, southern Turkey. We have our own fleet of Gulets (traditional Turkish built Mediterranean sailing boats) for charter, a yacht brokerage and apartments for rent in the idyllic village of Turgut, 30 minutes from Marmaris.

We can now offer holidays on both land or sea. We are highly experienced in sailing the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. Each of our Gulets is built to a very high specification for your comfort and safety. Each cabin has en suite bathrooms with hot running water and wc. Your Captain and crew will indulge your every need whilst you swim in secluded bays, snorkel/wind surf/fish (equipment supplied), go site seeing, visit bazaars, relax and take in the sun on deck, wine and dine under the stars or hunt out the local night life.

We are highly experienced in sailing the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. Each of our Gulets is built to a very high specification for your comfort and safety. Each cabin has en suite bathrooms with hot running water and wc.

The sailing trip of a lifetime, experiencing 3000 years of history, magic and myth. You will sample our delicious foods and you may wish to sample our beautiful wines or try a Rakı, our national drink. We cater for any length of cruise, any number of people and any destination by negotiation. Whatever you choose, we guarantee you won't be disappointed.

ALL CRUISES INCLUDE:
Cabin accommodation
Experienced crew - Captain, cook & minimum of one deck hand. (English speaking).
Free snorkels & fishing lines available.
Harbour fees & taxes, fuel.

CONSIDERATIONS
Our Summer calendar is filled on a first come, first served basis, so booking early to avoid disappointment is important. Drinks are available at the bar or on request to the crew at all times. The bar bill must be settled prior to disembarkation.

PRICES
Both Gulet Charter & Cabin Charter prices are quoted as a daily rate, so please multiply by the number of days (minimum 7) to get your total cruise price. Cabin Charter prices are for two sharing a double cabin. There is a single persons supplement if traveling alone. Gulet Charter prices are broken into elements of boat with crew and personal costs to offer flexibility but there is a minimum person charge for each type of gulet. ie 8 double cabins, 8 persons minimum and 6 cabin, 6 persons minimum charge.

These are standard cruise suggestions and all Cabin Charters follow Cruises 2 or 3, however, if you are chartering the entire Gulet (Gulet Charter) then you can specify your own itinerary (within reason). The freedom of choice is yours. Some people like seclusion others, night life, therefore we discuss your needs on the first night and tailor our cruises to suit your needs.

Cabin charter cruises normally take in a mixture of secluded bays, small harbours and a town for night stopovers, with visits to sites of interest & good swimming places during the day. If you are interested in a cruise to take in a extreme sport or two (para-gliding, para-sailing, white water rafting etc), then please enquire. We can arrange this for you.

CRUISE 1 : Marmaris / Greek Islands / Marmaris
Gulet Charter only
Visit Rhodes, Simi and other Islands. There is a supplement added for this cruise due to extra fees & taxes incurred.

CRUISE 2 : Marmaris / Fethiye / Marmaris
Gulet & Cabin Charter
Visit secluded bays, Ekincik, Dalyan, take a river boat to visit the ancient city of Caunos, Lycian tombs, Turtle beach, mud baths and freshwater lake.

CRUISE 3 : Marmaris / Datça / Marmaris
Gulet & Cabin Charter
Visit secluded bays and villages such as Selimiye & Bozburun. Take a minibus to the magical, ancient city of Knidos where the Mediterranean & Aegean seas meet.

CRUISE 4 : Marmaris / Finike / Marmaris
Gulet Charter only
This cruise can vary on your own wishes. There is so much to see, both ancient & modern, such as the towns of Fethiye, Kaş & Finike, the ancient sites of Telmessos, Sidmya, Patara, Antiphellus, Kekova (sunken city) & Myra etc and much more for 14 days.

CRUISE 5 : Marmaris / Gökova / Bodrum / Marmaris
Gulet & Cabin Charter
Fourteen day trip.

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BLUE CRUISE by AKOTOUR YACHTING

2009-05-13T05:37:00.000-07:00

Marmaris - Muğla - Turkey

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Ready, Starting… Now close your eyes slowly. You are alone laying under the stars with the moonlight upon you, letting you to see the secrets of the nature. Stars are twinkling as if they ask you to make a wish. Don't loose time, make a wish! Here we go, a star has just slided, I hope you made your wish. Who knows, never loose opportunities! The breeze has promised us, it is going to bring you the smell of the sea and the pine trees. Take a deep breath... feel it inside you. What a great harmony! Can you hear the oysters applauding the mermaids that are dancing with the music of the waves. Join them, dance, sing with them and… Set sail to your dreams.

THE GULET
Gulet is a Turkish traditional coastal motor-sailor handcrafted of wood by master boat builders in the traditional fashion. The quality of a Gulet depends on the wood, handcraft and comfort. Gulets are getting built mostly in Istanbul, Bodrum and Bozburun ( Marmaris). Every year the constructions are getting much more modernized for the comfort of our passengers. The latest Gulets have been designed just like the 5* hotels in a picturesque way. %90 of the yacht lovers prefer Turkey in case of purchasing their dream or they require for their own yacht’s construction as the labor and materials are much more reasonable in Turkey.

The Gulets take the first place on the sea as there is the luxury of service with your captain and the crew. You will be doing nothing else than enjoying yourself, sunbathing, swimming and relaxing. You will catch all the time you have lost during the year for your family and friends. It will give you the chance to conquer the secluded and often deserted bays and coves of the coastline. You will feel the comfort on your Gulet in your private cabin with en suite and air condition. The Gulets vary in length between 22 - 36 meters depending on the passenger capacity. Whenever you feel like having a relaxing and unforgettable holiday, it is enough to contact your agency.

CABIN CHARTERS
General Information on Departures of Yachts
On cabin charters all embarkations start on Saturday only from Marmaris and Bodrum. We use classical Turkish gulet between 20 & 28 m. size with 4 - 8 double cabins depending on group size broked for each week. All cabins have private wc/shower, and yachts are run by a crew of 3 (captain, chef and deckhand).

THE CARIAN CRUISE - 8 Days

Saturday : Bodrum
Boarding the yacht in Bodrum. Dinner and overnight in the harbour.

Sunday : Karaada - Çatı
Departure after breakfast. First stop by Karaada, the little island in front of Bodrum. After lunch and a cruise of 3-4 hours, we arrive Çatı, a lovely bay surrounded with pine trees on the south coast of the Gulf. Dinner and overnight here.

Monday : Seven Islands
Cruising 1.5 hours after breakfast we arrive at the region of Seven Islands. In the Küfre bay, we would suggest you take a short walk through the storax (liquid-amber) forest. Perhaps you can have your dinner as a barbecue night.

Tuesday : Löngöz - Karacasöğüt
After breakfast, a short cruise of 1.5 hours will bring us to Löngöz Bay. In the afternoon we arrive in Karacasöğüt. This small village is only 25 km away from Marmaris. You may rent a minibus after dinner and spend some hours in Marmaris.

Wednesday : Cedrae Island - English Harbour
Leaving Karacasöğüt, we arrive at Cleopatra (Cedrae) Island after a short cruise. On the west of the island, a wonderful little beach is situated. It is said that the sand of this beach was brought for Cleopatra from the desert of North Africa. Late in the afternoon, we leave the Island to anchor in one of the bays by Değirmen Bükü. A small creek on the west side of this bay is called İngiliz Limanı (English Harbour). This name is derived from the Second World War, when English torpedo boats hid in this cove.

Thursday : Akbük - Çökertme
Leaving English Harbour, we cruise to the northern side of the Gulf to Akbük. Here we will spend some hours by swimming, windsurfing and in the afternoon, we continue our trip to Çökertme Bay (2 hours).

Friday : Oraklar - Bitez
Today we cruise back to Bodrum. After swimming stops by Oraklar and/or Çiftlik, we will decide to cruise to Bitez or the harbour of Bodrum for the last dinner and overnight.

Saturday : Bodrum
Disembarking in Bodrum after breakfast

THE WEST LYCIAN CRUISE

Saturday : Marmaris
Boarding the yacht in Marmaris. Dinner and overnight is in the harbour.

Sunday : Ekincik (Caunos)
Departure after breakfast. Cruising about 2 hours we reach Ekincik. From Ekincik, you can take a boat trip to the ancient city of Caunos, Lycian rock tombs and mud baths. The journey will be made in the labyrinth of the delta of Dalyan Çayı, surrounded with thick vegetation of reed. Here, also, is the Iztuzu beach made famous by its visiting sea turtles. Overnight is in Ekincik.

Monday : Manastır - Hamam
Cruising approx. 3.5 hours to Ağ Limanı behind Cap Kurdoğlu. Swimming and lunch here. In the afternoon, arriving in the bay of Manastır. Swimming breaks here and in the Cleopatra and Hamam bays. Dinner and overnight will be in a lovely, calm bay.

Tuesday : Tersane Island - Göcek
Visiting other lovely places in the Gulf, like Tersane and/or Yassıca Islands. Late afternoon we will arrive in Göcek. Dinner and overnight.

Wednesday : Fethiye - Ölüdeniz - Gemiler Island
Departure to Fethiye. Here you can see the Lycian rock tombs of ancient Telmessos or walk around in the city. After lunch, cruising to Ölüdeniz. A long swimming stop here and then cruising to Gemiler Island for overnight.

Thursday Dişibilmez - Ekincik
A long cruise of nearly 4 hours along the Dişibilmez and Baba Islands to Ekincik. Overnight is in one of the bays here.

Friday : Kadırga - Turunç
Cruise to Inceada - Gebekilise. In the afternoon cruise to Turunç with swimming stops in Kadırga and Kumlubük. Last dinner on board.

Saturday : Marmaris
Disembarking in Marmaris after breakfast.

BOATS

Name : M/S YASEMIN SULTAN

Technical Specifications
Type : Luxe Gulet, LOA : 25 m, Beam : 6.5 m, Built / Refit : 2006, Main Engine(s) : Fiat Iveco 480 HP, Generator(s) : Mitsubishi 25 KWa, Water Tank : 7.000 lt, Fuel Tank : 2.000 lt, Electronic : 24 V DC - 220 V AC, Flag : Turkish, Speed : 12 Knots, Base Port : Marmaris, Pax : 8, Crew : 3 (Captain, Chef, Deckhand)

Accommodation Details
Cabins / Berth / Type : 4 (1 master, 1 twin cabin, 2 doubles), Bathroom : En suite, Toilet Type : Push-Flush Toilets, Crew Accommodation : Separate,
Salon : Large Saloon & Kitchen, Air Condition : In Saloon And All Cabins, Hours of A/C Use : 4-6 Hours, Music System : In Saloon And Cabins

Equipment
Galley : Fully Equipped, Music System : In Saloon And Cabins, TV : In Saloon, Dinghy : Joker Boat 4.20 m with Outboard Engine 40 Hp, Other : Wind Surf, Canoe

Name : M/S YÜCE BEY
Technical Specifications
Type : Luxe Ketch, LOA : 24 m, Beam : 6.80 m, Built / Refit : 2006/2007, Main Engine(s) : 2*280 Hp Iveco, Generator(s) : 21 KWA, Water Tank : 7000 lt, Fuel Tank : 3500 lt, Electronic & Navigation : VHF Radio Telephone, Radar, GPS, Speedometer, Depth Sounder, Flag : Turkish, Speed : 10 Knots, Base Port : Marmaris, Pax : 10, Crew : 3

Accommodation Details
Cabins / Berth / Type : 3 Master + 2 Twin, Bathroom : 5, Toilet Type : House Type, Crew Accommodation : Separate 1, Salon : Large Saloon With Kitchen, Plasma TV, Air Condition : Full Air condition, Hours of A/C Use : 4 - 6 Hours, Music System : CD Player - Radio

Equipment
Galley : Fully Equipped, Music System : CD Payer - Radio, TV : Plasma In Saloon & TV and DVD In Each Cabin, Other : Ice Maker, Safety Box In All Cabin, 2 Canoes, Windsurf, Water Ski

Name : M/S AKO

Technical Specifications
Type : Ketch / Deluxe, LOA : 33 m / LOH : 29.2 m, Beam : 7.4 m, Built / Refit : 2004, Main Engine(s) : DAF 2* 440 HP, Generator(s) : 32 KW, Water Tank : 12.000 lt, Fuel Tank : 4.000 lt, Electronic & Navigation : VHF, GPS, Radio Phone, Radar, Fish Finder, Flag : Turkish, Speed : 12 Knots (cruising max. 10 knots), Base Port : Marmaris, Pax : 16, Crew : 4 ( Captain, Chef, Deckhand )

Accommodation Details
Cabins / Berth / Type : 8 ( 2 Master & 6 Twin Cabins ), Bathroom : En suite, Toilet Type : Vacuum Flash, Crew Accommodation : Separate, Salon : Large Salon With Galley, Plasma TV, Air Condition : Full, Hours of A/C Use : 4 - 6 Hours, Music System : In Master Cabins & Saloon

Equipment
Galley : Fully Equipped, Music System : In Master Cabins & Saloon, TV : Plasma In Saloon & Each Cabin, DVD : Each Cabin, Dinghy : Joker Boat 4.20 m with Outboard Engine 40 HP, Other : Wind Surf, Canoe, Ice Maker, Fishing & Snorkeling Equipment, Intercom In Each Cabin

Name : M/S KAPTAN KADIR

Technical Specifications
Type : Deluxe Gulet, LOA : 37 m, Beam : 8.30 m, Built / Refit : 2004, Main Engine(s) : MAN 600 HP *2, Generator(s) : CAT 2, Water Tank : 16.000 lt,
Fuel Tank : 9.000 lt, Electronic & Navigation : Fully Equipped, Flag : Turkish, Speed : 10 Knots, Base Port : Marmaris, Pax : 12, Crew : 5 ( Captain, Chef, Deckhand, Engineer, Stewardess )

Accommodation Details
Cabins / Berth / Type : 6 Master Suites, Bathroom : En suite With Steam Showered Jacuzzi, Toilet Type : Electric, Crew Accommodation : 2 Separate Cabins, Salon : Large Saloon Furnished Classically, Air Condition : In Saloon And All Cabins, Hours of A/C Use : 4 - 6 Hours, Music System : Available

Equipment
Galley : Fully Equipped, Music System : Available, Plasma TV : In Saloon, Home Cinema : In Saloon, Dinghy : Zodiac 90 HP Mercury, Other : Jetski, 2*Canoe, Windsurf, Snorkeling

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BLUE CRUISE by M/S YADİGAR 3

2008-04-04T03:34:00.000-07:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

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A Blue Cruise is not just a holiday on the sea. Apart from the sea’s obvious pleasures, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, canoeing, observing wildlife, etc., you can go ashore to discover Turkey’s famous historical sites or shop for mementoes. However, your most lasting memory will be that of the unique experience which is the Blue Cruise.

Yadigar III is a Turkish Gulet Yacht available for private blue cruise charter based in Bodrum, Turkey. The private charters are available throughout the summer months (May - October). A quality six double cabin gulet available for private charter for that special holiday, cruising the turquoise waters of the Aegean.

Wooden gulets are unique to Turkey and the best are built in Bodrum. Yadigar III was built by its owner and captain, Mehmet Imbat. You can savour this unique yachting experience when you take the blue cruise, so-called because the waters are truly turquoise blue. Sailing through the peaceful waters you will be transported to another world where time stands still. Whether visiting historic sites of major archeological interest, fishing, learning to snorkel or simply watching dolphins at play, you are guaranteed the holiday of a lifetime.

Accommodation is arranged in six double-bedded cabins, all with toilet, shower and washbasin. The crew occupy their own quarters. Sun awnings provide shade and there is ample space for everyone on the cushioned sundecks. The yacht carries safety equipment, VHF radio/telephone, mobile telephone, compact disc/radio cassette player, tender boat with outboard motor, ice boxes and hot water. A windsurf, canoe, snorkeling equipment and fishing lines are available for your pleasure. Linen and towels are provided.

The captain and crew are not only masters of their craft, they also possess an unmatched mine of information on and a huge respect for the sea. The captain's word is final on safety decisions. Friendly, yet discreet, the crew can suggest the best places to anchor in addition to carrying out their usual duties: cleaning the boat and preparing and serving wonderful meals. These are eaten on the aft deck and dinner is the highlight of the day: A long leisurely meal under the stars while you listen to the water lapping gently against the side of the yacht. You will be treated to mouth-watering typical Turkish cuisine.

Grilled meats, fresh fish (perhaps caught by the captain or you in the morning), sumptuous salads and fruits are just some of the tantalizing items on the menu. Special dietary needs are happily catered for.

M/S YADİGAR 3
This wooden gulet was built in 1994 by the Imbat family who are a well-respected Bodrum family in this town steeped in seagoing tradition.

Accommodation
For up to 12 guests in 6 cabins, each with private facilities. Large salon with fully equipped galley and dining facilities. Spacious sun deck. Separate crew quarters.

Recreational Equipment
1 Dinghy with outboard engine, 2 Canoes, Fishing Equipment, Masks, Flippers, Snorkels, Music set with CD Player, Backgammon

Other Equipment
Sun Mattresses, Sun Awnings, 7 KW Power Generator, Hot Water System, Navigational Equipment, Ice Maker

Technical Data
L.O.A : 20 meters, Beam : 5.30 meters, Rigging : Ketch, Engine : 300 HP Volvo Penta, Water Capacity : 4 Tons, Fuel Capacity : 2 Tons, Electricity : 220 V + 12 V, Windlass : Hydrolic

ROUTES
The Blue Cruises are famous the world over and never more memorable than when experienced aboard the Yadigar 3. A yachting or sailing holiday becomes even more special when cruising on a traditional wooden gulet. There is a choice of cruises to choose from, each having their own unique qualities.

Bodrum - Marmaris Visiting
Bodrum, Knidos (antique city), Datça, Selimiye, Bozukkale (Loryma), Serçe, Kadırga and Marmaris.

Marmaris - Göcek Visiting
Marmaris, Ekincik (Dalyan - Caunos), Kurtoğlu, Tersane, Batıkhamam, Bedri Rahmi, Ölü Deniz (Blue Lagoon), Fethiye and Göcek.

Gökova - Bodrum Visiting
Oraklar, Çatı, Yedi Adalar (Seven Islands), Tuzla, Löngöz, Ingiliz Limanı (English Harbour), Sedir Adası (Cleopatra Beach), Söğüt, Çökertme and Bodrum.

Göcek - Göcek Visiting
Ölü Deniz (Blue Lagoon), Kalkan, Kaş, Kekova, Demre, Göcek Gulf and Göcek.

Greek Islands Visiting
Kos, Nisiros, Rhodes, Symi, then to finish your cruise on the Turkish coast.

CAPTAIN
Born in Bodrum, Captain Mehmet Imbat comes from a long line of seafarers. His grandfather was a sponge diver and captain. Mehmet's father, Halil, was one of the first captains to sail the Blue Cruise. Both father and grandfather helped Mehmet to build the wooden gulet Yadigar 3 in Bodrum - famous for the building of Ketches and Gulets. Many clients from around the world are now firm friends with Mehmet, and they enjoy sharing his hobbies - diving and fishing - when they sail with him in the turquoise Aegean.

BODRUM & AROUND
Bodrum Built on the site of the ancient city of Halikarnassos, Bodrum is one of the great historical cities of Turkey. The harbour of modern Bodrum is dominated by the 15th Century Crusader castle built by Knights of Rhodes. This, one of the Aegean's prettiest resorts offers excellent shopping, exciting nightlife and bags of atmosphere.

Ölü Deniz
(Blue Lagoon) meaning Sea of the Dead. This pine tree-coated tongue of sandy beaches remains in the minds of visitors as a site of astonishing beauty.

Dalyan - Caunos
Travel by boat along a Venetian-like canal, to the rock tombs of Lycia. The tombs date back to the 4th Century. Dalyan is also famous for its turtle beach as well as its mud baths known for their health-enhancing qualities.

Knidos
Originally founded as a Spartan colony in 700 BC, ancient Knidos was known for its mariners, artists, philosophers and engineers. The original settlement was situated near what is now Datça, but moved to its present location in 540 BC during the Persian invasions. Traces of many ancient monuments still exist in Knidos, including the "Altar of the Dancing Girls" and the temple of Apollo Karneiosa.

The Sunken City of Kekova
Hang over the side of the boat and look down through the crystal waters where the ruins of houses, including mosaics, stairways and toppled columns remain.

Ephesus
The vast ancient city offers you an amazing historical glimpse of the past. Few words can describe what has to be one of the world's most famous archaeological sites. Wander through the streets and see The Library of Celcus, The Great Theatre, The Brothels and The Latrines. Mark Anthony and Cleopatra were said to have walked through these marble streets, where you can still see the ruts left by chariot wheels.

Bodrum Boat Yard
See how the Gulets famous in this area are constructed. All individually hand made by traditional craftsmen.

Hamam (Turkish Bath)
Live the history in the bath through which the water flows with the memories of time.

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MARMARİS - DATÇA - FETHİYE - KAŞ - ANTALYA VIDEO TOUR

2008-04-04T03:30:00.000-07:00

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2008-04-04T03:24:00.000-07:00

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BLUE CRUISE by M/S GÖNÜL 6 YACHTING

2008-04-04T02:22:00.000-07:00

ROXELANE YACHTING BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T05:38:00.000-08:00

Antalya - Turkey

M/S ROXELANE
Type : Gulet
Age : 8
Length : 25 m
Beam : 6.6 m
Draft : 2.2 m
Engine : 360 HP VOLVO
Cabins: 6
Wc : 6
Fuel Capacity : 3 tons
Water Capacity : 6 tons
Dirty Water Capacity : 3 tons

EQUIPMENT
Hi-fi system, Hair Dryer, 2 deep freeze, ice maker, dish washer, water-ski, phone, hot water, Dinghy (with 25 HP Yamaha Engine), Fishing Equipment, Air Conditioning, 17.5 KWA Generator

TOURS
The route as below are just an example. A shorter or longer tour with the different route is possible. Please consult the captain and his crew. All depends on weather conditions and the possibilities of the ship. Please note that this is only a rough guide and can be varied. Also note that the route may be very slightly, depending on weather conditions and time available at the Captains discretion.

Antalya - Kaş - Antalya

Day 1:
The captain welcomes you and introduces himself and his crew to you. This first day will be spend on the ship in the harbour.
Day 2:
After breakfast the ship takes off for its first tour along the coast. You will visit the old pirates-city Olympos where you can see beautiful ruines and enjoy the nature. Later on the day we will hold in bay of Çavuşköy to have dinner and spend the night.
Day 3:
Before dawn the ship takes off for Finike and Demre. In Demre you can visit the church of Saint Nicholas and the old city of Myra. We continue our tour through the bay of Gökkaya, which is one of the most beautiful ones in the Mediterranean Sea. During the night you can drink and dance in a bar.
Day 4:
Today we sail through the bay of Kekova. Here is the island of Kekova and under water you will find the remains of an old city. In the afternoon we arrive in Kaş, a small harbour city with lots of restaurants, bars and shops. Here we spend the evening and night.
Day 5:
Our return trip to Antalya: we sail along Kale Köy, right opposite of the island Kekova. We visit the lovely fisherman's village Simena and her ruines.
Day 6:
In the morning we go to the bay of Ceneviz, known in the area for its green mountains because of the many pine trees. After lunch the 'yacht' takes us to the old city Phasiles. This city thanked her fame and wealth due to the trade in perfume, 7 years BC.
Day 7:
The last day of the Blue Cruise with the 'yacht' During our return, enjoy once more the sea, the impressive views and the lovely weather. After arriving at the harbour, we will spend a last evening and night on board.

Marmaris - Fethiye - Marmaris

Day 1:
Board in Marmaris, welcome drink and information about the yacht and tour program. Dinner and overnight in Marmaris Harbour
Day 2:
Breakfast on board, then a two hours of cruising to Ekincik. From Ekincik you can take a boat trip of the ancient city of Caunos, Lycian rock tombs and mud baths where you can take a bath in sulfurous mud. The journey will be made in the labyrinth of the delta of the Dalyan River, surrounded with thick vegetation of reeds. Here also is the beach of Iztuzu, famous for the sea turtles called Carette Carette. Dinner and overnight in one of the bays of Ekincik
Day 3:
Cruising approximately three and a half hours to Ağa Limanı behind Kap Kurdoğlu. Swimming and lunch here. In the afternoon arrival in the bay of Manastır (Monastery). Swimming breaks here and in the neighborhood (Cleopatra and Hamam Bays). Dinner and overnight
Day 4:
Visiting the lovely places in the Gulf like Tersane and/or Yassılands. Late in the afternoon arrival in Göçek for dinner and overnight
Day 5:
Departure to Fethiye. In Fethiye you can have a walk to the Lycian rock tombs of ancient Thelmessos and make a tour of the city. After lunch cruising to Ölü Deniz. (Charter yachts are not allowed to enter the inner side of the bay of Ölü Deniz due to it being a conservation area). A relaxing afternoon for swimming and tanning and then cruising to Gemiler Island for dinner and overnight
Day 6:
An enchanting cruise of approximately four hours along the Dişibilmez and Baba islands will bring us again to the region of Ekincik. Overnight in one of the bays here.
Day 7:
Cruise to Inceada Cebekilise. In the afternoon cruising till Turunç with swimming stops in Kadırga or Kumlubük. Late afternoon sail to Marmaris Harbour for last dinner on board and overnight in Marmaris
Day 8:
After breakfast on board, the guests disembark.

Fethiye - Myra - Fethiye

Day 1:
Guests arrive in Fethiye and board yacht. Welcome drink and information about the yacht and tour program. Dinner on board and visit town
Day 2:
After breakfast in Fethiye the yacht sails to Ölü Deniz for lunch. Sailing after lunch to Gemiler Island where the guests can visit Byzantine Church and a castle built in mirage
Day 3:
Early morning start sailing and arrive to Yeşilova after 4 hours sailing. Breakfast will be served on route. Late in the afternoon the yacht will arrive to Kaş Harbor in 2,5 hours
Day 4:
After breakfast in Kas the yacht will go to Sunken City which is at the north side of Kekova Island and lunch is served Kale Üçağız. The afternoon visit Kale Üçağız (Theimiussa) and overnight in Gökkaya
Day 5:
After breakfast in Gökkaya the yacht sails to Myra (Demre, St Nicholas Church) with 45 minutes sailing. Afternoon is spent sail to Karaloz, where the yacht will stay overnight
Day 6:
The yacht will sail to Kalkan Harbour which takes 3,5 hours. After lunch guests will visit the ancient cities Santos, Xsantos, Patara (Roman Time) with a minibus
Day 7:
Early morning start and sail to Turunç. Breakfast will be served on route. After lunch in Turunç the boat will sail to Kızılada. Late in the afternoon the yacht will arrive to Fethiye Harbour after 1 hour way. Dinner on board and overnight in Fethiye
Day 8:
After breakfast on board the guests disembark

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AKSUNA YACHTING BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T05:24:00.000-08:00

Kemer - Antalya - Turkey

Blue voyage

The Blue Voyage is a sailing/motoring cruise on any stretch of the cleanest waters in the world between Bodrum to Antalya, where deep blue mingles with the green of the evergreen forest covered coastline. Ancient cities such as Knidos, Caunos, Telmessos, Antiphellos, Myra, Olympus, Phaselis and the rock-tombs in the Lycian cities are there for your exploration if requested and your yacht could be sailing through from the antique regions of Karia, the Lycian and then on to the Pamphylia region. Everyday a new cove, a new bay to be explored. Endless natural beauty and history are enjoyed whilst cruising under the Mediterranean sun.

As the Mediterranean coastline of Turkey is a treasure-chest of coves, inlets, bays and beaches, yachtsmen can easily choose a different and private anchorage each night. For lovers of the active life, sailing in the clear waters provides great opportunities for swimming, fishing, water skiing, wind surfing and diving.

It also allows you to experience a truly enriching cultural exchange with the hospitable and gracious people of the coastal villages and towns. The tempered winds which generally blow from the west and northwest make the long summers ideal for the blue voyage. From some of the Turquoise coast's unspoiled and sheltered bays you can see mountain peaks rising to almost 3000 meters above sea level.

The pleasure of "Blue Voyaging" in Turkey will tempt you to return again and again, to explore yet another stretch of coast and to relieve the luxurious ease of life on the sea.

Life On Board
The modern gulets are equipped as comfortably as many small hotels, with generators and deep freeze. They offer the perfect atmosphere for a lazy holiday in which you are expected to do nothing that you do not wish to do. Days are spent swimming or exploring the turquoise deep with your snorkel, reading your favorite novel, trying the delicious Turkish cuisine, drinking something wonderful, sun bathing, windsurfing, playing cards and generally relaxing.

Water and jet skis are available for rent from most beaches and land trips to plenty of ancient ruins are extras. You can even fish for your supper which the cook will gladly prepare for you. Mealtimes are another form of entertainment with exquisite Turkish cuisine and wonderful conversation. Having a meal under the stars on a calm sea gently lapping the sides of the boat is an experience not to be missed. It is like a holiday in a hotel with all the rooms overlooking the sea but every day the scenery changes. For those who prefer a different view each day and are prepared for the changing moods of Mother Nature then a holiday on a gulet is the perfect solution.

What to bring with you ?
You only need casual wear; non slip foot wear, your swimming gear, a sun hat, some T-shirts and shorts, a sweater for cool evenings excursions and walks, blue jeans and strong footwear. Instead of one large suitcase, we recommend that you use two smallish soft bags as they are far more convenient when it comes to stowing them away in your cabin. What else? Some towels, a mini first aid kit including antihistamine cream plus toiletries.

Soap, one hand towel each plus bedding is provided. For the gentlemen who don't want to grow a holiday beard, a battery operated razor and shaving soap is essential. Please be forewarned that electrical appliances may only be connected whilst the yacht is tied up in port, so please have everything readily recharged.

Security
With the safety and enjoyment she offers, a gulet is the best initiation to yachting. Anyone can travel on a gulet. The crew is accustomed to the needs of the new passengers. The greatest phobia of landlubbers-seasickness-may start in a few hours but normally will soon disappear very quickly. The blue voyage consists of motoring or sailing stretches of that keep the yacht motoring or sailing for only 2 to 4 hours per day, from one secure bay to another.

Your Crew
On a gulet, the crew is responsible for serving the passengers, as well as running the yacht. Crews usually consist of a Captain, Cook and Seaman/Mechanic and on the larger gulets a fourth crew member will be at your service. They are very friendly ensuring a relaxed atmosphere but at the same time extremely professional knowing the coastal waters and their yachts inside out. Due to their life on the sea, the crew members have a mind of information on the local history and surroundings being able to advise (using their practical language skills) on the best places to snorkel and anchor etc. Also you can get some super tips from the cook on local cuisine. Of course they are all water sport lovers and some even good divers. The crew will be glad to help out as far as their duties will permit and are there to give you an unforgettable Blue Voyage making you want to return just as the majority of our clients do.

Complete Yacht Charter
For families and for friends who wish to join up for a private cruise, the chartering of the entire yacht, including crew is advantageous in every respect. As a private party, you are free to charter the yacht of your choice for any agreed period of time and you may also determine the route. You may provide the provisions or you can let Eser do the shopping thus saving you all that unnecessary hassle in the heat by just paying the daily rate for full board. There are no sailing grounds more beautiful than the entire Turkish Coast between Bodrum to the north-west of Marmaris and Antalya to the south-east.

We'll provide only the basics of your voyage's program and then you'll be free to settle the rest of the details together with the Captain during the cruise. He will be happy to comply with your wishes, weather permitting.

Days on board are always eventful and may differ greatly from each other depending on what Mother Nature has to offer. Quiet little bays with crystal clear waters or a lusty wind favorite for sailing, some ancient ruins beckoning on a hillside or a busy quaint little seaside town which you might like to visit.

You can just let yourself drift along from day to day permitting the yacht to take the strain and enjoy the cruise in complete relaxation. All this adding up to make a perfectly special "Blue Voyage".

Cabin Charter
Cruises for singles or couples are great fun. They are designed for people who wish to make the holiday a totally new experience alongside new friends. Such cruises are often multi-national affairs, which make them especially interesting. These 'Blue Voyages" always start and finish on Saturdays in Marmaris. Boarding starting at 15:00 hours depending on flight arrivals. The yacht actually leaves the harbour on Sunday morning after breakfast.

Although following a set route, no place is visited twice during any cruise, so that your last day on board will be as interesting as your first. Full board is included in the price, served in an open buffet style with beverages and alcoholic drinks being bought from the yacht's bar. Please note that any land tours will be at an extra charge and are optional.

Your yacht will arrive back late Friday afternoon enabling a final night in the high life of Marmaris before disembarking latest 10:00 on Saturday morning.

MARMARIS - FETHIYE - MARMARIS ( Saturday - Saturday )

DAY 1 : When all members of your group have arrived the skipper will welcome you with a cocktail and answer any questions you may have about the trip. For your first night on board we'll stay in the harbour so that you may get acquainted at leisure with lively Marmaris.
DAY 2 : After breakfast we depart for Ekincik Bay, some distance to the south east of Marmaris. If you choose the land tour, you will be met by a river boat which will take the group to the site of ancient Caunos in the delta of Dalyan river, and then upriver further to the sulfur mud baths supposedly very cleansing for your skin. The extensive sandy beaches of Dalyan delta are one of the last breeding places of the Mediterranean sea turtle.
DAY 3 : Even before you wake up in the morning the yacht will leave Ekincik so as to profit from the morning wind which usually blows off Dalaman beach. With all sails set, you'll be served an uncomplicated sandwich breakfast. For lunch and a dive into crystal clear water we'll drop anchor in Manastır Bay. Later in the afternoon we will sail on to Bedri Rahmi Bay, “creator” of the blue voyages. We'll anchor in this lovely place for the night.
DAY 4 : On this day we'll set sail for Tersane Island. Many centuries ago the people of this region built their wooden ships here. You can still see ruins of the ancient shipyard. Later in the day we'll sail on to Göçek, our anchorage for the night. Göçek is a small village but recently it has developed into a yachting base with two marinas and many yachting facilities.
Day 5 : After breakfast, we'll leave Göçek for Kargı Bay, a quiet picturesque location where we'll spend ample time swimming, snorkeling and wind surfing. In the afternoon we'll go on to the town of Fethiye. You'll surely spend some time in town, sight-seeing, shopping or visiting disco club Letoonia.
DAY 6 : In the morning we'll cross the quiet expanses of Fethiye Bay to Dişibilmez. This little bay is a paradise for snorkeling fans. What’s more, it’s also a meeting place for many kinds of fish, just waiting to be caught. Good luck to any fishermen amongst us!
DAY 7 : After breakfast we'll set sail for Kadırga Bay where we'll spend some time swimming, surfing, snorkeling and for a last dive into the clear water of outer Marmaris Bay, then with the setting sun we'll make fast for Marmaris quay.
DAY 8 : Our last breakfast together, then it'll be time to say goodbye until we meet again, some other time for another cruise.

MARMARIS - DATCA - MARMARIS ( Saturday - Saturday )

DAY 1 : When all members of your group have arrived the Captain will order you a welcome cocktail and give some information about the cruise. The first night we'll stay in Marmaris harbour so that you'll have ample time to get acquainted with this friendly little town and maybe participate in its night life.
DAY 2 : After breakfast, leaving Marmaris, we head for Kadırga Cove where we have lunch and a swimming break. In the afternoon we head for Serçe “harbour” where we spend the night.
DAY 3 : In the morning we set sail towards Bozburun Village across the cool deep blue Mediterranean waters during which you can take an active part in hoisting sails or guiding the wheel. Bozburun is a typical fishing village. The last stop of our third day is near Kızıl Island. Here, amongst the old ruins and remains, we enjoy the beautiful sunset.
DAY 4 : Straight after breakfast we set sail for Selimiye Cove first in Hisarönü Bay. We have lunch in this pretty cove and passengers may disembark to walk up the hill to see the water fall amongst the trees. After lunch we go deeper into this bay to Orhaniye. This is where blue and green meet in perfect harmony.
DAY 5 : After spending the night in this tranquil Orhaniye Cove, we enter Bencik - its local name being “Where the fish jump over”. After a short walk up to the top of the hill, you can see the fantastic views of Gökova and Hisarönü Bays at the same time. Following a swim and lunch break, we set sail for Datça harbour and civilisation at last where you can have a very active and exciting evening in port.
Day 6 : Leaving quaint Datça we arrive at the antique city of Loryma passing through Symi and some Greek Islands. Surfing, swimming and diving are all possible from Bozukkale - an incomparable cove of its kind.
Day 7 : At the beginning of the last day, we head for Arap Island - here we lunch and swim and leave for Marmaris when the sun sets. We spend the evening and night in bright bustling Marmaris.
DAY 8 : After eating our last breakfast together it is time for farewells and disembarkation. Exchange of new friends’ addresses and in the hope to sail again some time.

MARMARIS - HISARÖNÜ BAY - DATÇA - SYMI - RHODES - MARMARIS ( Saturday - Saturday )

The cruise will follow the schedule below, but may be changed according to wind and weather conditions:
DAY 1 : When everyone has arrived, the captain will invite you to have a cocktail with him and ask any questions you might have about the cruise. Dinner will be served on board. The yacht will remain anchored in Marmaris harbour for the first night which gives you the chance to get acquainted at leisure with this lively seaside resort and its nightlife.
DAY 2 : Today we head for Arap Island, where we will have lunch. After a swimming break we move on to Bozukkale, the ancient Loryma. Visiting the remains of the old fortress, surfing, swimming and diving are all possible from Bozukkale - an incomparable cove of it’s kind.
DAY 3 : In the morning we move on towards Bozburun Village across the cool deep blue Mediterranean waters. Bozburun is a typical fishing village where Turkey’s famous wooden yachts, or “gullets”, are built. After lunch we set sail for Orhaniye. This is where blue and green meet in perfect harmony.
DAY 4 : After breakfast we make a short stop at Bencik - its local name being “Where the fish jump over”. After a short walk up to the top of the hill, you can see the fantastic views of Gökova and Hisarönü Bay at the same time. Then our destination is Datça, which developed into a lively holiday village.
DAY 5 : After finishing the customs formalities we set sail for Symi, the first Greek Island we meet on our cruise. Its charming traditional houses, most of them painted in warm pastel colours and built amphitheatrically around the port, are motive of numerous postcards and posters.
DAY 6 : After a lazy breakfast in view of the idyllic fishermen harbour of Symi, we will set sail towards the famous island Rhodes, where we will be arriving in the early afternoon. During our visit you may enjoy major ancient findings , the old town center, the castle and the windmills of Rhodes. At night throw yourself heart and soul into the town’s nightlife.
Day 7 : At the beginning of the next day, we head for Kadırga Bay - here we lunch and swim and leave for Marmaris when the sun sets. We spend the evening and night in bright bustling Marmaris.
DAY 8 : After eating our last breakfast together it is time for farewells and disembarkation. Exchange of new friends’ addresses and in the hope to sail again some time.

MARMARIS - FINIKE - MARMARIS ( Saturday - Saturday )

DAY 1 : When all members of your group have arrived, the Captain will order you a welcome cocktail and give some information about the cruise. The first night we'll stay in Marmaris Harbour so that you'll have ample time to get acquainted with this friendly little town and maybe participate in its night life.
DAY 2 : After breakfast we'll depart on a southerly course for Kadırga Bay where you may enjoy yourself with bathing and windsurfing while the crew prepares lunch. Later in the day we set sails for Semirce Bay, our anchorage for the night.
DAY 3 : If you choose the land tour, a small river boat will come and fetch us for an excursion into the delta of Dalyan River. First we'll be taken to the ruins of ancient Caunos and then we'll go on upriver to the sulfur mud baths which are great fun. On our return into the delta, we may spend some time on the extensive, sandy beaches of Dalyan and bathe in the shallows there before our boat takes us back to our yacht. On the beaches of Dalyan no visitors are permitted after nightfall because these are one of the last breeding grounds of the Mediterranean sea turtle.
DAY 4 : We are going to weigh anchor very early in the morning so that we may catch the strong wind which is usually blowing off Dalaman beach in the first hours of the day. We'll sail on to Gemili Island. This is a perfect place for the explorers amongst you. It is covered with ruins, some Byzantanic, some much older, but history knows nothing about the people who lived there.
DAY 5 : Today's destination is the little harbour of Kalkan, which we'll reach at some time in the afternoon. There we'll have the chance to rent a minibus which will take us to Xanthos, once the most important town of Lycia, then to the ancient holy place, Letoon and last of all to Patara, a Lycian harbour town, half buried under huge sand dunes.
DAY 6 : Today we'll set course for Kekova with its wealth of beautiful bays and islands, many of them with traces of continuous inhabitation for more than 200 years. Through the clear water you can recognize ancient ruins on the bottom of the sea and you can feast your eyes on the impressive castle which the Lycians built, the Romans have enlarged and the Selchuks have restored. For the night we'll anchor at Gökgemili, a little bay on the eastern tip of Kekova Island.
DAY 7 : In the morning we'll weigh anchor for an excursion to ancient Myra with its Lycian rock tombs and its great Roman Theatre and to the church of St. Nicholas in Demre. Then a trip to beautiful Arycanda is possible, a Lycian town built on seven terraces high up in the mountains. On our way down, we may stop by a fish farm and purchase fresh mountain trout for tonight's dinner.
DAY 8 : This day is mainly dedicated to swimming, snorkeling and windsurfing in the quiet bays of Kekova. In the afternoon we'll go on to Kaş, a quaint little Mediterranean town. There, we'll stay for the night and explore the many tiny souvenir shops and lovely little bars with live music
DAY 9 : Today we are going to spend more time than usual underway, because we have to cover a distance of 60 sea miles to our next destination, the famous lagoon "Ölüdeniz", with its turquoise water and snow white sandy beach. For the night we'll drop anchor in one of the nearby coves.
DAY 10 : After breakfast we'll set course for Fethiye Bay. In the evening we'll make fast in Fethiye's marina. The town is a lively touristic centre with may shops and open air lively touristic centre with may ships and open air restaurants lining the streets. Of course there is also a disco. The Lycian graves in the rock wall in the back of the town, amongst them the tomb of Prince Amyntas, constitute a striking contrast to the modern architecture of today's Fethiye.
DAY 11 : In the morning we'll depart from Fethiye for the Yassıca Islands in the western part of the bay where we shall spend some time swimming and windsurfing. For the night we'll anchor in Tersane Island. Many centuries ago the people who lived in this region used to build their wooden ships here. Some ruins of the old shipyards are still visible.
DAY 12 : There is such a wealth of beautiful little bays, many of them with the forest coming right down to the edge of the water, which it is difficult to choose amongst them. We'll simply unfurl the sails and see in which direction the wind takes us.
DAY 13 : Our last stop within Fethiye Bay is Dişibilmez. That’s a paradise for snorkeling fans. People who are fond of hiking are attracted by Ağa Limanı and the hilly forested country surrounding it.
DAY 14 : On our way to Marmaris, we'll stop behind Nimara Island for lunch. There we'll put in some more hours of swimming and snorkeling before we'll have to weigh anchor for Marmaris in time to arrive whilst the sun is setting.
DAY 15 : It’s time for our last breakfast on board then to say good bye until we meet again - some other time - for another cruise.

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CARNATION CRUISING BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T05:13:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

Carnation Cruising built on 2003 in Fethiye, Turkey. First charter yacht 'Black Carnation' has been in daily, overnight and weekly trips on first season.
We bought 'Red Carnation' Yacht at the end of the successful season and start to 2004 blue cruise season with two yachts. 'Carnation Cruising' wish to be best of the blue cruising. We don't want to sell cabin. We expect family and friendly grubs for enjoyable and comfortable holidays with delicious Turkish foods.

If you hear about Turkey, you will also have information about Ölüdeniz. Ölüdeniz is one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world. Closed to the waves of the high seas, the water hardly stirs there. On the way to Ölüdeniz, there are attractive districts covered with pine trees, at distance of 6 kilometers from Fethiye. One of them is Hisarönü. Hisarönü can be reached by road leading to the Ölüdeniz to the right just after Ovacık. In Ovacık and Hisarönü there are numerous hotels, boarding houses and holiday villages. Hisarönü is an ideal spot for those seeking to spend holiday in nature among the pine trees, close to the sea.

WHAT IS A TURKISH GULET?
A gulet is a traditional handmade wooden boat equipped with masts. The most common gulets have 6 to 8 double cabins and so accommodate max.12 to 16 passengers. Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, on a gulet you can explore the secluded and often deserted bays, coves and islands of the spectacular Turkish coastline. You will see a hidden Turkey, beautiful beyond belief, and most of it completely unseen by the average tourist! During the day there are plenty of chances to swim and snorkel in the clear blue waters or explore the natural and historical sites along the way.

Features of a gulet include an interior salon/bar area and a fully equipped galley. All cabins have en-suite with hot and cold running water. There are 1 or 2 sundecks with comfortable sunbeds and a canopied aft deck with cushioned seating,freezers to keep drinks cold, and a CD/cassette player. The gulets come with facilities for outdoor and indoor dining. Also a dinghy with outboard, a ship-to-shore radio,mobile telephone and life jackets are on board. All the boats are government approved with fully qualified captains. No experience of boats is required. All you need to do is relax!

WHAT IS THE BLUE VOYAGE?
The Blue Voyage is the surest way to get rid of all of your blues, but that is not really how the name was coined... Originated in Bodrum in the late 1950's by groups of writers, painters, and others interested in natural beauty and historical sites, the Blue Voyage started in the Gulf of Gökova and later extended to include the more distant southern shores of Turkey.

WHAT IS A CREWED YACHT CHARTER?
A crewed yacht charter is the hire of a complete yacht, with captain and crew, for a specific period of time (usually one or more weeks). The route of the cruise is subject to agreement between the contracting parties,as are the ports of embarkation and disembarkation. The charter fee does not include the cost of food but does include its preparation and service.

YACHT
Boat name : Black Carnation
Boat Type : Catch,
Cabins : 1 master,1 single cabin maximum 4 passengers

TOUR PROGRAMS
1-We leave from a harbour and we return same harbour.
Example; we start from Fethiye, we do trips to Ölüdeniz, Kalkan, Kaş and back to Fethiye harbour.

2- We start from one harbour,at the end of the holidays finish an other harbour.
Example; Fethiye, Göçek, Dalyan finish at the Marmaris harbour or Marmaris, Fethiye, Dalyan, Göçek.

We charged one day price extra for this kind of trips.
We don't sell cabin tickets on our trips, so that, tour programmes are specials for groups.

TOUR POINTS
Fethiye, Dalyan, Marmaris, Datça, Ölüdeniz, Kalkan, Kaş, Kekova (Sunken city), Finike

If you like to have two weeks holidays. We organize 1 week trip on the boat and one week on the full furniture apartments in Fethiye.
Possible book two weeks trip on the boat

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TURKEY CHARTER BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T04:57:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

WHAT IS A GULET?

Imagine wooden sailing boats thousands of years ago carrying cargos of wine and copper across the Aegean to trade with ancient civilization, or fishing boat earning a living from the Mediterranean teerning with fish. Such boats were built along the Aegean coast of Turkey and many of the skills and designs used then have been passed down to today's boat builders.

The Turkish gullet is very similar to the working boats of old times and, equipped with engines and modem facilities, they allow you to explore the beautiful Turkish coast in comfort and style and relive sprint an age long past.

Poseidon A gulets, from 33 meters long, are also very wide, so there is plenty of space below for large cabins and above for you to sunbathe, sit under the shade of a sun awning and eat outside comfortably around a dining table on the aft deck. 8-20 people can be accommodated in double cabins, all with private shower and wc. Even with up 20 guests the tanks provide plenty of water for hot showers. Still there is room for a fully equipped galley, where the cook prepares your meals from the freshest local produce.

What could be more romantic than cruising on a traditional wooden boat with all the sails up under blue cloudless skies? Holidays, are on a full board basis. Complimentary water is served at meat times and excellent bar service is also provided with competitive prices. Your Captain can at any time arrange water skiing, jet skis, rungoes even bananas and scuba diving (at an additional cost).

WHAT TO BRING

Travel light is our best advice to you, swim wear and tee shirts is all you will you need on board in the daytime. In the evenings people dress casually, but bring sweaters and trousers if you are coming in the cooler months to use on the boat. On board we provide hand and bath towels please bring your own beach towels. All this should be packed into a soft bag, not a suitcase, which can be folded and stowed away to give more room in your cabin.

The Mediterranean sun is very bright and on a moving boat hotter than you think, be sure to pack sunglasses, a good suntan lotion and a hat. If mosquitoes find you tasty then bring mosquito repellant and a camera is an absolute must. Small touches that our guests, feel as though they are on a floating, five star hotel. Specially selected stoneware plates, granite galley counters, creative dinner settings, oversized wine glasses, custom bathrobes, fine linens, a selection of music CDs and books complement the first class service provided by her highly experienced crew.

All the finishing touches that a 5 star hotel has to offer have been included in this design of a brand new gulet. These will ensure that you and your friends or family feel as though they are on a floating deluxe hotel. If relaxation, peace and tranquillity, quality and excellent service are what you have in mind then she is the gulet for you. Cruising the amazing Turkish coast line of the Mediterranean will give you the most wonderful memories any holiday could give.

YAGLI X
Cruising with 5 star luxury.

ACCOMMODATION
5 Double Cabins
1 Runk bedded cabin
6 Wc + 6 Shower
Hot Water
Holding Tanks
Teak Deck

EQUIPMENTS
Air - Condition, Dinghy, Outboard Engine, Music set, tv, VHF gps, Windsurfer - Canoe, Generator 15 KWA, Sails (roller), Ice Maker, Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Fishing Equipment, Hair Dryer, Telephone (mobile)

TECHNICAL DATA
Build 2005
Type Gulet
Loa 23.00 m
Beam 6.50 m
Engine 320 Hp Mercedes
Water 8.000 lt
Fuel 4.000 lt

All holidays include transfers, full board, water with meals. Extras - bar tariff, motorized water sports. Your Captain can at any time arrange water skiing, jet skis, rungoes even bananas and scuba diving (at an additional cost).

CRUISE ROUTES

FETHIYE - GOCEK - FETHIYE
4 Days - 3 Nights Blue Cruise
Transfers from Dalaman to boat in Fethiye harbour. Evening meal and overnight in Fethiye harbour.
This whole region, bathing in sunshine for 300 days of the year, is Turkey's principal holiday resort

1.DAY: Transfers from Dalaman to boat in Fethiye Harbour evening meal and overnight in gulet.
2.DAY: An early start for the beautiful Göçek bays area, stopping at Kuyruk Burnu for breakfast before finally reaching the peace of Manastır Bay. Overnight is spent in either tranquil Hamam Bay or Sarsala Bay.
3.DAY: Set Sail after breakfast to visit other pretty spots in Fethiye Gulf, including lunch and a swim at Yassıca Island. Heading back towards Fethiye, your last night on board is spent at peaceful Samanlık Bay.
4.DAY: Arriving back in Fethiye after breakfast and last swim, it is time to say farewell to your gulet and crew.

FETHIYE - MARMARIS - FETHIYE
7 Days - 6 Nights Blue Cruise
Transfer your gulet in the harbour of Fethiye, meeting point of the Aegean and Mediterranean Sea.
Fethiye seaport with its sheltered structure is an important stop for yachtsmen, at the head of beautiful bay strewn with islands.

1.DAY: Transfers from Dalaman to boat in Fethiye harbour. Evening meal and overnight in Fethiye harbour.
2.DAY: After breakfast and briefing, you'll set off along the coast in time for lunch at Tersane Island, where you can see the remains of a Roman and Greek shipyard on the beach. Overnight is spent in the natural bay at Ağa Limanı..
3.DAY: An early start for the beautiful Ekincik Gulf. After dropping anchor in a peaceful bay, you'll have the choice of either staying on board, or taking an optional trip to Dalyan and Caunos, where you can take a river boat trip to see millennia old tombs built high in the rock face, explore the ancient city of Caunos, take a mud-bath, and relax on Turtle Beach.
4.DAY: Setting sail after breakfast, there'll be time for swimming and a leisurely lunch at Turunç Bükü or at beautiful Cennet (Paradise) Island, before arriving in Marmaris for dinner and the night..
5.DAY: Leaving Marmaris after breakfast, you'll stop for lunch and swim in Baba Island, before heading off to Semizce, an uninhabited bay, for dinner and the night..
6.DAY: An early start for the beautiful Göçek Bays area, stopping at Kuyruk Burnu for breakfast before finally reaching the peace of Manastır Bay. Overnight is spent in either tranquil Bedri Rahmi Bay or Sarsala Bay.
7.DAY: Set sail after breakfast to visit other pretty spots in the Fethiye Gulf, including lunch and a swim at Donkey Island. Heading back towards Fethiye, your last night on board is spent at peaceful Samanlık Bay.
8.DAY: Arriving back in Fethiye after breakfast and a last swim, it is time to say farewell to your gulet and crew..

FETHIYE - KEKOVA - FETHIYE
7 Days - 6 Nights Blue Cruise
A Lycian dream...The same breathtaking beauty, unique natural & historical sites, crystal clear blue waters and sailing in the meeting point of the Aegean an the Mediterranean Sea, the same BLUE PARADISE to sail in as during the immense popular Fethiye - Olympos cruise, but this time a full week to enjoy and relax!

1.DAY: Transfers from Dalaman to boat in Fethiye harbour. Evening meal and overnight in Fethiye harbour.
2.DAY: After breakfast and briefing, set off along the coast of the Fethiye Peninsular for lunch in a secluded bay. Overnight is spent at Gemiler Island, where you can explore the ruins of a Byzantine settlement as the sunsets.
3.DAY: An early start for Yeşilköy, for breakfast and time to swim in this quiet bay surrounded by olive groves. Then it's off to Kalkan, a small harbour town with a charming Bohemian atmosphere, where you'll spend the night.
4.DAY: A short cruise along the Mediterranean coast to the ruins at Kekova - the Sunken City. Lunch is at Aquarium where you'll see the ruins of a Byzantine church and a Roman dockyard on the beach. As you sail on to Karaloz for the night, you will see the underwater ruins of the homes of ancient Gökkaya..
5.DAY: Climb up to the castle (Kale) for a spectacular view of the ancient city. Out in the bay, overlooked by a theatre carved into the rock, a single Lycian sarcophagus sits on its pedestal in the water. The night is spent in the wide bay surrounded by green hills, at nearby Üçağız..
6.DAY: After breakfast, a short cruise to the sheltered bay at Inönü Limanı for a swim. The rest of the day is spent in Kalkan, a images que harbour town set on the hillside, where you can explore the cobbled winding streets or take an optional trip to nearby Patara Beach or the ruins at Xanthos and Letoon..
7.DAY: After an early start to Group Island, a natural bay edged with pine-clad hills, your last night on board is spent in Batıkkaya Bay.
8.DAY: Arriving back in Fethiye after breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your gulet and crew.

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M/S FERAYE YACHTING BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T04:39:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

Sailing-yacht Feraye with its experienced crew is ready to make Your holiday very special. Feraye has been built and launched in Bodrum in 1997, a town very famous with its shipyards and handmade-wooden M/S yachts. Feraye has been designed completely as a wooden-yacht and its technical equipment it will give You an exclusive service for a long period.

Meanwhile we have to mention, that all our cabins have private-home type wc and shower and reequipped with sheets, piques, blankets,pillow and towels, to make You feel comfortable and at home.

Further we have fishing-equipment for amateurs, windsurf and canoe's on board, to give You possibility of sport activities during the day.

Blue cruise is a privilege. You might have spent Your holiday in hotel, maybe in a cruise, but to spend a holiday in a private-yacht, which only belongs to You during Your holiday, that is a privilege.

We are offering You alternative programs as well as a blue-cruise. The choice is yours. You certainly can also make your awn program. For example, You can also visit the Greek islands as alternative during Your holiday with your sails-yacht Feraye. Memories of cruising between two countries could more interesting.

The ideal period for blue-cruising is beginning of May until end of October. For the spring and autumn-period (May and October) please take Your T-Shirt with you. Don't forget to bring your sport-shoes, swimming-towel, swimming-suits, sun-oil and sun- protectors, as well as Your hat, sun-glasses, personnel-medicine and camera.

M/S FERAYE
Loa : 24.00 m
Beam : 6.30 m
Draft : 2.30 m
Fuel Capacity : 3 tons
Water Capacity : 8 tons
Waste Water Capacity : 4 ton
Main Engine : MAN 300 HP
Generator : Onan 12 KW

Motor / Sailor
4 Cabins with shower and wc. (double&single bed), 2 Cabins with shower and wc. (double bed), 6 Cabins with home type toilets, Windsurf and 2 canoes, Dinghy with 9.9 HP outboard motor, 1 Deep freeze, 1 Fridge, Ice maker, Music set with CD, VHF, Mobile telephone, Air conditioning

1. GULF OF GOKOVA (BODRUM BODRUM)
Board the yacht in Bodrum / Kara Island / Mersincik / at / Karacasöğüt and English Harbour / Sedir Island and Akbük / Çökertme / Çiftlik and Bodrum / Disembark in Bodrum

2. GULF OF FETHIYE (MARMARIS-MARMARIS)
Board the yacht in Marmaris / Ekincik / Manastır and Hamam Bays / Tersane - Gek / Ölüdeniz - Gemiler Island / Abba Island and Ekincik / Inceada / Disembark in Marmaris

3. FETHIYE-OLUDENIZ-FETHIYE (FETHIYE-FETHIYE)
Board the yacht in Fethiye / Tersane Island and Ağalimanı / Sarsala - Thelmessos / Sunken Bath and Cleopatra's Bay / Yassıca Island - Gek / Ölüdeniz - Gemiler Island / Kızıl Island / Disembark in Fethiye

4. GULF OF MANDALYA (BODRUM-BODRUM)
Board the yacht in Bodrum / Gümüşlük / Panayır Island and Didyma / Altınkum / Çam Limanı and Asos / Salih Island - Türkbükü / Yalıkavak and Atalı Island / Disembark in Bodrum

5. BODRUM-MARMARIS
Board the yacht in Bodrum / Cindus and Palamut Bay / Bozburun / Bozukkale / Serçe Bay and Kadırga / Ekincik / Paradise Island / Disembark in Marmaris

6. MARMARIS-RHODES-BODRUM
Board the yacht in Marmaris / Harbaour Of Rhodes / Symi / Data - Kargı Bay / Mersincik Bay / Çökertme Bay / Karaada and Adaboğazı / Disembark in Bodrum

7. BODRUM-KOS-MARMARIS
Board the yacht in Bodrum / Kos Island / Symi / Data and Bencik / Orhaniye and Selimiye / Bozukkale / Serçe Limanı and Çiftlik / Disembark in Marmaris

8. LYCIAN COAST (ANTALYA-ANTALYA)
Board the yacht in Antalya / Sazak Bay / Gökkaya Bay / Kekova Island / Kaleağzı / Ceneviz Port / Ay Bay / Disembark in Antalya

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SUNDIAL LUX'S CHARTER BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T04:29:00.000-08:00

Antalya - Turkey

Party all night then escape to the tranquil beauty of the Turquoise Coast, where you'll discover the tiny islands and secluded bays, the bluest crystal clear water imaginable and days of endless sunshine with cooling sea breezes.

Aboard you'll enjoy freshly prepared meals and BBQ's along with the attentive service offered by our crew. It all adds up to the perfect short break away from the hustle and bustle of the resorts. Instead, swim in secluded bays and enjoy the sea breezes as the perfect scenery glides by.

Whilst aboard Sundial, we aim to meet your every need. We can take you along the set tour routes or alternatively explore Turkeys many secluded bays and ports at your leisure. The choice is yours, night life, restaurants, bars or if you wish, drop anchor and enjoy an onboard BBQ in your own private bay!

Essentially, Turkey has so much to offer you and your party no matter how long the holiday, between the relaxing days spent aboard Sundial reading, playing games or just sunbathing to discovering Turkey's cultural history whilst exploring the many harbours you will be left with many unforgettable memories.

Sundial is a tradition wooden 80 ft Turkish Ketch. Sundial was built in Fethiye Docks, built by local craftsmen using local materials. Your Ketch is built from local materials, by the yacht building craftsmen of Fethiye from pine wood, with teak decking and hand rails at the rear.

Sundial has twin Masts supporting four sails. Sundial has superior sea going qualities, comfortable living areas, a wide sun deck, spacious cabins, en-suite wc, Showers and aft deck with cushioned lounge area.

ACCOMMODATION
7 Double Cabins (14 People)
7 wc and showers
Separate Crew Cabins
Hot Water Supply
Holding Tanks
Teak Deck

EQUIPMENT'S
Dinghy
CD, DVD, MP3 Player
VHF
Canoe
Sail
Air-Conditioning
Fishing Equipments
Snorkeling Equipments

TECHNICAL DATA
Harbour : Marmaris
Outboard Engine
Flag: Turkish
Type: Ketch
L.O.A.: 24.5 m
Beam: 6.5 m
Engine: 360 HP FIAT
Rigging: Ketch
Generator: 2x15-30KWA
Water: 12.000 Lt
Fuel: 5.000 Lt

TOURS

Marmaris
A calm bay ideal for mooring and a great town for restaurants, shops and busy night life. Marmaris is one of the biggest marinas of the Mediterranean.

Dalyan
You can take an excursion to Dalyan where you can see the ancient harbour city of Caunos, the rock tombs, mud baths and also the sandy beach which is the nesting place for the "Caretta Caretta" sea turtles.

Fethiye
Fethiye is a popular resort, it is a small fishing village, with plenty of restaurants, bars, daily fish markets and a local bazaar selling traditional crafts.

Gemiler Island
Byzantine ruins including a church with a beautiful floor and mosaics lie among the pine trees. You can explore the beautiful Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) where the calm crystal clear water is ideal for swimming and water sports. From Babadağ you can Paraglide into the Blue Lagoon.

Kalkan
Kalkan is a small authentic town with narrow streets lined with souvenir shops that lead to a pretty marina.

Kaş - Kekova
Kas is another cosy town providing a nice stop over on the way to Kekova. The sunken city on the northern shores of Kekova island is fascinating. The houses that once sank into the sea after an earthquake, can be seen under the crystal clear blue waters.

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ALATURKA BLUE VOYAGE TOUR

2007-02-04T04:00:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

KAPTAN ACAR
26m long x 6.70 width
Motor & sails (5 sails)
5 doubles, 2 twins & 2 triple cabin
All cabins with en suite bathrooms & hot showers
Bar & great music system (bring your own CDs to play)
2 lounge
Kitchen
Sunbathing deck 20 sun beds
Snorkeling & fishing gear
Board games & cards
English speaking Captain, Cook and Seamen
1 windsurf

ALATURKA
22m long x 5.5m width
Motor & sails
3 doubles, 3 twins & 1 quad cabin
All cabins with en suite bathrooms & hot showers
Bar & great music system (bring your own CDs to play)
2 Covered lounge area
Kitchen
Sunbathing deck 18 sun beds
Snorkeling & fishing gear
Board games & cards
English speaking Captain, Cook and Seamen
Book exchange and magazines

FETHIYE TO OLYMPOS
4 DAYS - 3 NIGHTS of sailing, relaxing and adventure
Day: 1
Leave Fethiye harbour around 10:30 am, destined for Samanlık Bay for swimming & lunch.
Butterfly Valley for sunbathing, swimming and an optional hike up to the waterfall
Ölüdeniz - Europe’s most stunning beach & one of the best spots in the world for paragliding. Swim to the beach and there is also the option to paragliding.
Anchor at St. Nicholas Island for the night. Optional walk up through the Island’s ruins to witness the spectacular sunset.
Day: 2
Cruise to Kalkan (Aquarium Bay) for breakfast & swimming
Cruise to Kaş harbour for lunch. Time to explore this small Turkish town for shopping and internet.
Cruise to a secluded bay near Kekova for the night.
Day: 3
Cruise to Sunken City - sail over the ancient ruins of this World Heritage site.
Cruise to Simena Castle - walk up to the top & witness a magical view over the Bay taking in the underwater Lycenian Tombs and across to the Sunken City.
Gökkaya Bay for the night
Its party time at the nearby Island disco where you can meet up with the other cruising travelers for a night of dancing under the stars, or simply relax back and chill out on your yacht
Day: 4
After Breakfast we continue to Pirates Cave for snorkeling
Lunch at Andriake harbour
Bus Transfer to visit the ancient city of Myra and St. Nicholas Church in Demre
Free time in Demre for shopping and banking

Free transfer to the tree house of your choice in Olympos.
Program is subject to change according to weather or sea conditions.

What’s included?
Cabin accommodation with private en-suite
Traditional Turkish open buffet breakfast & lunch
BBQ every night. Seafood, chicken, Turkish meatballs, Mediterranean salads. Vegetarian meals available.
Nargile (water pipe) at nights
Games (backgammon, chess, cards, etc)
Snorkeling gear
Fishing gear

What’s excluded?
Drinks - available at the on-board bar for cheap prices.
Entrance fees (Butterfly Valley, St. Nicholas Island, Simena Castle, Myra). They will be not more than 8 Ytl in total.
Optional activities: Paragliding, Diving, Water sports etc...

OLYMPOS TO FETHIYE
4 DAYS - 3 NIGHTS of sailing, relaxing and adventure
Day: 1
Transfer from Olympos around 10 am to Demre for shopping & banking
Visit the ancient city of Myra and St. Nicholas Church before boarding your yacht at Andriake harbour
Cruise to Pirates Cave for snorkeling
Cruise to Sunken City - sail over the ancient ruins of this World Heritage site.
Cruise to Simena Castle - walk up to the top & witness a magical view over the Bay taking in the underwater Lycenian Tombs and across to the Sunken City.
Gökkaya Bay for the night
It’s party time at the nearby Island Disco where you can meet up with the other cruising travelers for a night of dancing under the stars, or simply relax back and chill out on your yacht
Day: 2
Breakfast at Yağlıca Bay
Cruise to Kaş harbour for lunch. Time to explore this small Turkish town for shopping and internet.
Cruise to Aquarium Bay for dinner and stay for the night
Day: 3
Wake up with views of beautiful Butterfly Valley. After breakfast there is time for sunbathing, swimming and an optional hike up to the waterfall.
Ölüdeniz - Europe’s most stunning beach & one of the best spots in the world for paragliding. Swim to the beach and there is also the option to paragliding.
Anchor at St. Nicholas Island for the night. Optional walk up through the Island’s ruins to witness the spectacular sunset.
Day: 4
Breakfast at St. Nicholas Island.
Cruise to Samanlık Bay for swimming & lunch
Visit Tarzan’s Bay
Arrive Fethiye harbour that evening

Program is subject to change according to weather or sea conditions.

What’s included?
3 nights cabin accommodation with private en-suite
Traditional Turkish open buffet breakfast & lunch
BBQ every night. Seafood, chicken, Turkish meatballs, Mediterranean salads. Vegetarian meals available.
Nargile (water pipe) at nights
Games (backgammon, chess, cards, etc)
Snorkeling gear
Fishing gear

What’s excluded?
Drinks - available at the on-board bar for cheap prices.
Entrance fees (Butterfly Valley, St. Nichols Island, Simena Castle, Myra). They will be not more than 8 Ytl in total.
Optional activities: Paragliding, Diving, Water sports etc...

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TRADITIONAL TURKISH GULET

2007-02-04T03:42:00.000-08:00

The singular design of the gulette, Turkey's indigenous sea-going vessel, blends practicality and tradition in a relaxed style that embodies the Blue Voyage. Over the years gulettes have evolved from traditional fishing and cargo vessels into their present profile of a broad beam and wide deck.

These boats are equipped with motors as well as fully functional rigging. The number of passengers a gulette carries depends on the boat's size, although most of them accommodate between eight and twelve people.

These vessels have speparate accommodation for passengers, and chartering one will also include services and entertainment. Modern gulettes are comfortably equipped with most home comforts, and encourages a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all the passengers with a friendly relationship with the crew.

A new concept in marine literature - the Turkish gullet. These boats' sizes vary between 15 and 30 meters and are constructed in Turkey along traditional lines by sea-faring family firms using slightly changed techniques over the centuries. However, they have been adapted to the most stringent of traveler's requirements and now offer luxury and good taste not found in any other craft of similar history and background.

Gullets make ideal charter boats - which is their main use in Turkey. Full cooking facilities are fitted and gullets are built for long sea voyages as well as inshore coastal trips. They make an ideal holiday home in which to explore offshore areas in comfort and style. They are floating exceptions for recreational activities - and it is this aspect which could be the gullets most exciting adaptation to the gulf.

Tourism is now becoming an area of increasing importance and gullet sailing would be a very popular option for hotels to offer visitors. Corporate entertaining would take on a new dimension if it took place on a traditional wooden boat - reminiscent of the Ottomans in the eastern Mediterranean. The climate in Turkey also makes a gullet the ideal place to entertain your friends or business visitors.

Traditionally hand made by master craftsmen, attractive wooden motor sailers (gulets) are our fleet of comfortable vessels are ideal for charters. Gulets broad, beamy hulls give spacious decks and high headroom below. The foredeck makes a large sun bathing area and the huge aftdeck provides a shady cushioned area for relaxing and eating al fresco. The saloon is fitted with a bar, library and for your enterainment HI-FI system, as per your request TV and telephone.

Light and airy below decks, each cabin has a double or twin berths some also have an upper single bunk. All cabins have opening port holes, and a large number of boats have ducted airconditioning. Each cabin has en-suite hot and cold shower, basin and wc. All gulettes have plenty of storage fresh water and fuel. Fridges, freezers and ice-boxes keep provisions fresh allowing you to stay away from port for days and enjoy your your holiday to the upmost. Sail are raaised infavouruble breezes but guletes tend to rely on their powerful engines.

The yacht types are in two main categories:

Traditional wooden yachts:
The traditional wooden yachts are built mainly in Bodrum and other parts of Southwest Turkey. In Northern Black Sea Region the boat yards usually built fishing boats, but some beautiful traditional yachts are being constructed recently. These boats built handmade by local carpenters.

They use generally pine or oak wood for the skeleton of the boats, the skeleton cover is made of pine or tetra, the deck teak, the cabins pine or mahagony, the masts white oak wood or iron. The boats are both motor and sailing yachts. Yacht charters take place on comfortable, locally built wooden yachts of several designs and sizes:

Gullet : The most popular type of traditional yacht for the "Blue Cruise" is the gullet. It is a cruising yacht with large, rounded stern area which is well-suited for comfartable eating and lounging. Gullets usually have ketch (marconi) or schooner-rigging, with one, two or three foresails. Their lenghts change between 15 to 33 meters and they accommodate 6 to 16 persons in 3 to 8 double bedded cabins with private shower and WC.

Aynakıç : It has a raised, squared-off stern that allows space for additional cabins below compared to a gullet. There may be a large master cabin at the stern. They accommodate 8 to 24 persons in 4 to 12 double bedded cabins with private shower and WC. They are generally ketch (marconi)-rigging and measure 18 to 33 meters.

Tirhandil : It is the oldest type of local wooden boat with a pointed stern which is suited best for sailing in Aegean waters. Originally most had lateen sails; now the rigging varies from sloop to cutter to gaff. They normally measure between 11 to 18 meters in lenght and accommodate 6 to 8 persons in 3 to 4 double bedded cabins with private shower and WC.

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TOUR PLACE : KUŞADASI

2007-02-04T03:33:00.000-08:00

Kuşadası - Aydın - Turkey

Kuşadası, one of Turkey's principle holiday resorts, offers an excellent environment for an unforgettable holiday. Situated on the west coast of Turkey- 90 km south of Izmir, Kuşadası, is reputed for one of the most attractive city of the Aegean, as it is close to the important historical sites including Ephesus, Didyma, Priene, Miletos - the principals of ancient times, and ideal for sightseers.

Kuşadası has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, providing a long tourism season. The city is bathed in sunshine for 300 days of the year.

Numerous powdery sandy beaches with warm - clear waters, providing a peaceful atmosphere, allow a great variety of water and beach facilities. Windsurfing, water skiing, sailing and beach volley are only a few choice for the lovers of active life. After sunbathing restfully during the day, the city awaits the superb sunset. As the sun sets, the attractive cafes and restaurants through the palm-lined boulevard, get busier.

It is a great delight to watch the comings and goings of the yachts and ships with accompanies of the panoramic view of the sunset, on a pre-drink before the dinner. The restaurants, serving a variety of fresh seafood, fish and Aegean specialties, offer a delicious meal in Kuşadası. Dancing and entertaining at a lively bar or a disco until dawn, may end an ideal day in Kuşadası.

According to the latest datum in 1995, the number of inhabitants in Kuşadası is about 50.000. The population, consisting 99% Turks, increases rapidly with the beginning of the tourism season. The city has shown a rapid development an incredible growth since from the 1970's, with the introducing of tourism.

The Kuşadası Setur Marina is one of the largest and best equipped marinas in Turkey with the capacity of 629 yachts both a float and on shore, visited between 2500-3000 boats each year. The marina is on the latitude of 37 52' 20''N and on the longitude of 27 15' 46''E. Custom, repair service, security are some of the 24 hour services in the marina.

Apart from the great historical beauties around Kuşadası, the city is also preserves excellent examples of Ottoman and Turkish mosques, located in the centrium. "The Fortress Mosque", built by the vizier Oküz Mehmet Paşa in the 17th century, is the most impressing and monumental mosque in Kuşadası. Constructed in the area of 1800 m2, the mosque has 550 person capacity. The main part of mosque is square-planned and covered by a large leaden dome- with the supports of 12 arches. Inner part of the dome is ornamented by geometrical designs and plant motives. The entrance door examplifies the best of wood- working of Ottoman, decorated with mother of pearl. Between the 16 stained-glass windows, are the oil paintings decorated with Ion styled columns.

"The Hanım Mosque" was constructed in 1658 in the name of Haji Hatice Hatun, but was destroyed in 1922. The mosque was rebuilt by the inhabitants of Kuşadası between the years of 1951-57. The foundation walls of the minaret belong to the original construction. The simply decorated mosque is surrounded by a leaden dome. "Haji Ibrahim Mosque" exemplifies a different 17 century style of Ottoman architecture. The wooden ceiling of rectangular planned mosque is covered by roof tiles. "The Turkmen Mosque" and "The Camiatik Mosque" are the other sights located inside the centre of Kuşadası, in different districts.

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SAILING ETAPS

2007-02-04T03:09:00.000-08:00

With over 8,333 km of coastline along the four seas, Turkey is a treasure chest of coves, inlets, bays and beaches at which yachtsmen can choose a different, private anchorage each night. The sailing paradise of Turkey is also home to the Blue Voyage. This idyllic cruise means sailing with the winds, into coves and over the seas and becoming one with nature.

It is also an experience of the history of man from the perspective of the sea rather than from the land, a journey which carries you to the private beach of Cleopatra, the eternal fires of remains of ancient civilizations. For lovers of the active life, sailing in clear waters provides great opportunities for swimming, fishing, skiing, surfing and diving.

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From Izmir to Kuşadası : Like Homer's Odyssey

Known in Turkish as "Beautiful Izmir", the city lies at the head of a long and narrow gulf furrowed by ships and yachts. The climate is mild, and in the summer the constant and refreshing sea breezes temper the sun's heat. Behind the palm-lined promenades and avenues which follow the shoreline, the city, in horizontal terraces, gently ascends the slopes of the surrounding mountains. A cosmopolitan and lively city, galleries, theatres and cultural events give Izmir its special vibrancy. The original settlement was established in the third millennium B.C. and represented the most advanced culture in western Anatolia at that time. Over the years this thriving city and the surrounding area had come under the sovereignty of the Hittites, Ionians, Lydians, Persians, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans.

Levent Marina provides an excellent place to begin a yachting adventure. Sailing in and around the beautiful Gulf of Izmir will prepare voyagers for the wonderful sites that lie ahead. At Urla İskelesi, the small islands that dot the coast will certainly charm you. Beautiful beaches and excellent moorings with swimming, snorkelling and diving are all available in the area.

From Urla Iskelesi sail on to the Karaburun Peninsula. At Karaburun, pleasant hotels, tea gardens and fish restaurants sit between the beautiful mountain backdrop and the clear, clean water. Voyage out of the Gulf of Izmir around the Karaburun Peninsula to the Çeşme Peninsula, a spit of land lapped by the waters of the Aegean Sea. Çeşme, meaning 'fountain', derives its name from the many sources of water found in the area. A 14th century Genoese fortress, restored and enlarged by the Ottomans in the 16th century, dominates the small port of Çeşme.

Around Çeşme, the large Altın Yunus Setur Marina complex and the berthing places of Ilıca and Dalyan are all noted for their safety. In town, the l6th century caravanserai built by Süleyman the Magnificent near the fortress, has been converted into a hotel. Excellent shopping - the finest quality carpets, leather goods, as well as souvenir items are available. At night, a lively, fun atmosphere pervades, especially in the restaurants, cafes, bars and discos along the promenade. In July, Çeşme's International Song Contest attracts world famous performers who add glamour and excitement to the town. The thermal baths in the area, along with the natural springs found right off the coast and which mix with the sea water in Ilıca Bay, provide soothing relaxation.

Southeast of Çeşme, beautiful bays offer splendid scenery and tranquil night moorings in complete safety from the winds and waves. Soon you will arrive at Sığacık, where a picturesque marina rests beneath fortifications that date from the Genoese period. From here, the antique site of Teos, noted for its Temple of Dionysus, the god of wine, is conveniently close. It is also an excellent area in which to sample some of Turkey's superb wines.

The Kuşadası Gulf opens to the south and south-east with some of the most enticing beaches, bays and coves on the Aegean coast.

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Sailing From Kuşadası to Bodrum : St. John's Heritage Rediscovered

Kuşadası is today a major holiday resort centre. During the summer months it teems with swimmers, fishermen, sun-lovers and sightseers. Once known as Scala Nova, the town boasts wonderful seafood restaurants, cafes, beautiful parks and superb beaches. The shopping is also famous; everything from beads and bangles to leather, jewellery and carpets is on offer.

The Kuşadası Turban Marina is one of the best-equipped marinas in Turkey, providing wintering for boats both afloat and on shore. Scuba diving has become very popular. Nightlife is renowned along the coast with excellent bars, jazz clubs, discos and cabarets that promise evenings filled with excitement, entertainment and possibly a little romance.

Not far from Kuşadası, the ancient site of Ephesus, an important city of antiquity, remains a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. and was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. The ancient theatre has found new life as a major concert venue. Nearby is the site of St. John's Basilica and the reputed last home of the Virgin Mary.

South of Kuşadası, the unbelievably beautiful waters of the Dilek Peninsula National Park welcome yachtsmen into its serene inlets and coves.

Between Kuşadası's southern shores and Pamukkale lies the valley of the Menderes River (the Meander), where several ancient civilisations built major settlements, including Priene, Milet, Didyma (Didim), Aphrodisias and Hierapolis (Pamukkale).

The Temple of Apollo at Didim was one of the most sacred places of antiquity. Many times looted and burned, the sanctuary still impresses with its elegant beauty. Not far from this archaeological site, the beautiful beach of Altınkum tempts all visitors and offers a great opportunity for sailing, swimming and relaxation. It is the last stop before entering the Güllük Gulf.

This gulf can provide a whole vacation in itself with four large natural bays and numerous coves and inlets. The whole area has excellent moorings, and scuba divers will be particularly interested in exploring these waters. The fisherman's village of Güllük has a pretty port and numerous guest-houses and small hotels. The mythological Dolphin Boy is said to have been born a little farther to the north at Kıyıkışlacık (Iassos). As you sail out of this beautiful gulf, the Bodrum Peninsula welcomes you.

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Sailing From Bodrum to Marmaris : Blessed with the Love of Aphrodite

Bodrum, on the north shore of the Guff of Gökova, was the home of the first "Blue Voyager", Cevat Şakir Kabaağaç or the "Fisherman of Halikarnas". It is the undisputed "hot-spot" of the Aegean Coast. This swinging, singing, dancing town, with its bohemian atmosphere, gathers together Turkeys artists, intellectuals and lovers of the good life.

An impressive medieval castle built by the Knights of Rhodes guards the entrance to Bodrum's dazzling blue bay, in which the Aegean and the Mediterranean Seas meet. The Bodrum Castle now houses the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Known in ancient times as Halicarnassus, Bodrum is the birthplace of Heredotus and the site of King Mausolus's Tomb (4th century B.C.), one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.

The yearly throng of visitors has encouraged small entrepreneurs who have made shopping in Bodrum a delight. Souvenirs abound, and on certain streets local artists gather to sell their works - works that come in all forms.

The Bodrum Turban Marina is one of the loveliest and best-equipped marinas in the region.

A yachting tour of the Gulf of Gökova starts in Bodrum. The translucent and deep waters of the Gulf on the southern shore of the Bodrum Peninsula vary from the darkest blue to the palest turquoise, and the coastline is thickly wooded with every hue of green. In the evening, the sea reflects the mountains silhouetted against the setting sun, while at night it shimmers with phosphorescence.

One of the best anchorage is the splendidly scenic Akbük, hidden behind a forested promontory. The excellent cozy restaurants are as good a reason as any to linger for a tasty meal after an afternoon of snorkelling and diving. Sedir Island (ancient Cedrai) boasts an incredible beach with fine sand composed of fossils, and a splendid view of the Kıran mountains across the bay.

As you sail along the island's south-western coast, forests stretch out to meet the deep inlets of the bays. The jagged coastline, known as the Bay of Sixty-Six Inlets, seems to have emerged from the oft-told tales of pirates.

The waters of the Gulf of Hisarönü lap the breathtaking shores that hold the legacy of both ancient and modern civilisations. At the end of the Datça Peninsula stands the ancient Carian city of Knidos, described by Strabo as "a city that was built for the most beautiful of goddesses, Aphrodite, on the most beautiful of peninsulas." Famous as a centre of art and culture in the fourth century B.C., the city had two harbours: one on the Aegean and the other on the Mediterranean. The remains of a circular temple dedicated to the goddess of love overlook remains of the two harbours; the arcade way was built of white marble heart-shaped columns. The legendary Aphrodite of Praxiteles statue, reputedly one of the most beautiful sculptures of antiquity, once graced this temple.

The town of Datça has become a popular stopover for yachtsmen, and offers many colourful seafood restaurants, pubs and discotheques.

In the Gulf of Hisarönü is the peaceful Keçi Bükü Bay; the Bay Marina is rich in natural beauty: the surrounding mountains and forests, and the long "Kızkumu" (sunken 'pier'), a natural sand formation. Leaving the Gulf of Hisarönü: hidden away in its own exclusive inlet is the town of Bozburun, famous as one of the gullet-building centres of Turkey. Loryma, at the tip of the Bozburun Peninsula where the ruins of the ancient harbour and castle remain, can only be reached by boat. Kumlubük, a turquoise paradise, lies on the southern side of the bay; on the north side, above the water, stands the ancient Rhodian city of Amos. At Turunç a natural harbour opens out into a wide expanse of spectacular blue water. The next port is Marmaris.

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Sailing From Marmaris to Fethiye: In the Steps of St. Pacil

Marmaris Bay resembles a calm lake and offers ideal mooring for yachts. Ancient Marmaris, Physkos, was an important stage on the Anatolia - Rhodes - Egypt trade route. In the 16th century, Süleyman the Magnificent had a citadel built on a hill just behind the harbour; today, its remains house the Marmaris Museum. Pine forests cover the mountains which surround Marmaris; on shore a white line of sand and rock separates green from blue. The beach areas sparkle, and provide visitors with a perfect opportunity to dive, snorkel and swim in relaxing conditions.

Yachts and boats decorate the coast of this lovely tourist centre where thousands converge to enjoy a fun-filled, self-indulgent holiday. Those who surf and water-ski will thrill at the conditions in Marmaris. Energetic entertainment at a lively bar, or dancing until dawn at a sophisticated discotheque can end an ideal day.

There are many good buys in Marmaris's boutiques, colourful bazaars and markets. You can find excellent leather and suede goods, copper and brassware, jewellery, and objects carved of onyx. Turkish carpets, textiles and embroidery make good handcrafted souvenirs, and the locally produced pine-scented honey called çam balı is superb.

The Marmaris Netsel Marina, one of the largest and best-equipped marinas in Turkey, and the Marmaris Albatros Marina, one of the best for wintering and maintaining yachts, make Marmaris an excellent starting point for the Blue Voyage tour of the Aegean Coast. In May, the Marmaris Yacht Charter Show provides an opportunity to meet the captains and their crews. With plenty of provisions aboard, you set sail in the craft of your choice and languidly explore the spectacular beauty of southern Turkey.

At Ekincik, a delightful yacht-mooring, you can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this area and the friendly hospitality of its people.

Delikli Island lies right off the coast, south-east of Ekincik. Yachtsmen enjoy a change of pace when they anchor at the island and take a smaller craft excursion into the Dalyan Delta. The Delta, with a long, golden, sandy beach at its mouth, is a nature-conservation area, and a refuge for sea turtles (caretta caretta) and blue crabs. At a bend in the river, high on the cliff face above the fascinating ancient harbour-city of Caunos, magnificent tombs were carved into the rock. From Delikli Island, sailing south-east, you arrive at Sarıgerme with its pleasant holiday complexes, nestled in cozy pine forests. Yachtsmen will want to anchor at Baba Island, across from the pristine sandy beaches.

The Gulf of Göçek, with the friendly Club Marina set in a beautiful pine forest, is one of the Mediterranean's best sailing spots. Dotted with islands and indented with many coves, its land and seascapes are irresistible. The ruins of Arymexa, an ancient city at the southern tip of the gulf, lie at the edge of the azure waters. Opposite on Tersane Island, stand Byzantine ruins, including those of the ancient shipyards. From the Gulf of Göçek sail on into Fethiye.

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Sailing From Fethiye to Kaş: A Lycian Dream (Dolphin's Playground)

The secrets of the ancient gods of mythology still lie hidden in the secluded coves and bays around the Gulf of Fethiye. This is truly paradise for those who want to sail through history. The resort town of Fethiye has an important marina and overlooks a beautiful bay strewn with islands.

Above the town, called Telmessos in antiquity, numerous Lycian rock tombs, reproducing the facades of ancient buildings, were cut into the cliff face. Explore the Belceğiz Bay and the beautiful Blue Lagoon (Ölü Deniz), where the calm, crystal-clear water is ideal for swimming and other water sports. On Gemiler Island, Byzantine ruins lie tucked among the pines.

Go ashore at Kınık (65 km from Fethiye) where the ruins of Xanthos, the ancient Lycian capital, lie in a splendid natural setting. At the holy Lycian centre of Letoon, three temples dedicated to Leto, Apollo and Artemis, familiar gods of mythology, await the intrepid tourist. Mythology records that Apollo was born at Patara, a principal harbour of ancient Lycia, south of Letoon and Xanthos. The ruins are of course numerous and fascinating. Its 22 kilometres of pure white sand stretch as far as the eye can see, making it a natural choice for all types of beach sports.

A short sail to the east brings you to Kalkan, a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Narrow, winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina. Every morning, boats busily take tourists to one of the nearby beaches or small bays. As the sun sets, it is Kalkan style to meet on the roof-terraces for a drink before dinner, and enjoy the comings and goings of the yachts, the business of the marina and the panoramic view.

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Sailing From Kaş to Antalya: A Lycian Dream (Coast of Light)

Like most towns on the Lycian coast Kaş lies wedged between mountains and sea. Kaş, once ancient Antiphellus, still exhibits a few remains of the old settlement. An ancient theatre on Kaş's long peninsula is within walking distance of the town.

Kekova, "home of the sun", is an island an hour from Dalyanağzı by sea, as well as the name of a whole ensemble of picturesque islands, numerous bays and ancient cities. These bays provide natural harbours in all seasons, and yachtsmen particularly enjoy exploring the unspoilt landscapes. Along the northern shore of Kekova Island, at Apollonia, earthquakes have disturbed the land causing some of the ancient houses to sink under the clear water, creating a sunken city.

Kaleköy Castle (ancient Simena) offers a bird's-eye view of the bays, inlets, islands and colourful yachts sailing peacefully on the glassy water. The colours in a Van Gogh painting, blue skies, orange sunsets, starry, starry nights, peace and tranquillity, playful dolphins, mythological mysteries, and the sparkling sea - Kekova provides all this and more.

At Demre (Kale), the ancient Myra, (25 km west of Finike), many splendidly carved rock tombs overlook the magnificent Roman theatre. St. Nicholas (Santa Claus) was the bishop of this Mediterranean city during the fourth century and died here in 342. An official entry-port, Finike is surrounded by citrus trees and gardens. Thirty-two kilometres from the Finike Marina lie the remains of the beautiful and ancient Lycian city of Arikanda. This excursion inland, a mountain trek, rewards you with superb views, fabulous ruins and fresh mountain air.

Slipping around the Kırlangıç Peninsula brings you into the Gulf of Antalya. The first sight you come to is the ancient city of Olympos, on the southern side of Mt. Tahtalı (Mt. Olympos). Oleander and laurel bushes shade the Olympos Valley, which you can approach by land as well as by sea. Nearby at Yanartaş (at a height of 300 meters), according to mythology, the Lycian hero Bellerophon, mounted on his winged horse Pegasus slew the fire-breathing monster, Chimaera. Gas which seeps from the earth burns brightly at night. The Byzantines also considered this place a religious area.

Alexander the Great's favourite winter resort was at Phaselis, the famous ancient commercial harbour north of Olympos. South of the harbour, look up at Mt. Tahtalı for a spectacular view. Sail on to Kemer, a resort town carefully designed to blend in with the surrounding scenery, that offers an ideal environment for a wonderful holiday. The fully equipped Turban Marina has facilities for all activities so that yachtsmen can enjoy the unspoilt bays and beaches south of the town. Shoppers will delight at the wonderful range of high quality souvenirs. April is the month of the colourful Kemer Carnival. Also in the spring are the yacht races between Kemer and Girne in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Sailing around this coast towards Antalya will give you a glimpse of some of Turkeys most modern and luxurious holiday villages. Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort city on the Mediterranean, embodies the contrast between the majestic coastline of beaches and rocky coves, and the towering Taurus Mountains. The ancient Attaleia, named after King Attalus II of Pergamon, Antalya was founded in the 2nd century B.C. Today palm-lined boulevards, beautiful parks, historical buildings, monuments, museums and the picturesque old quarter Kaleiçi, (with the Kaleiçi Turban Marina) blend together to create an ideal holiday atmosphere.

The Antalya Marina and Leisure Centre, which has won several awards, is considered one of the most beautiful marinas in Turkey; Setur Marina, the other marina in Antalya, is, on the other hand, quiet and peaceful; but both welcome you after your unforgettable voyage in the turquoise paradise of Turkey's water. Some Regulations Concerning the Use of Foreign-Owned Yachts in Turkish Waters and Leaving Them in.

TUM TOUR WOODEN YACHT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-31T11:57:00.000-08:00

Marmaris - Muğla - Turkey

In Tüm Tour Yacht Charter all kinds and dimensions of wooden and sheet iron yachts can be constructed by professional skilled workmen in our 3,5 acre shipyard accommodated in the Marmaris - Bozburun area.

Fort the yacht of your dreams all you need to do is to give us the features. We will contact you after completing the project studies prepared by our ship engineers.

Before celebrated with champagne, a yacht is built within 6 to 12 months considering the size of the yacht. Construction takes place in our shipyards which is donated with latest technology throughout the year. Also, in winter yacht building continues in our 1 acre indoor shipyard.

You dream it and let us make your dreams come true.

You can contact us fort he upkeep, sheltering and restorations of your yacht. We are at service with our careen ages with 40 yachts capacity and good prices.

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ORION YACHTING BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-31T11:33:00.000-08:00

Göçek - Muğla - Turkey

Orion Boat building produces high quality GPR - wooden boats since 1999 with the knowledge of engineering, modern technology and skilled crew on traditional boat building. Orion boats which varies from 5 to 22 m., are not only preferred in Türkiye but also at Holland, Germany, Denmark and Norway.

Boat are produced at 500 m2 GRP and 1000 m2 furnishings, reassembling and metal workshop. Besides these, Orion has 3 boat construction engineers, who are company corporates too, and 1 management engineer. And of course a skilled crew with wooden, polyester, mechanical, electrical craftsmen.

Orion Boat building produces high quality GPR - wooden boats since 1999 with the knowledge of engineering, modern technology and skilled crew on traditional boat building. Orion boats which varies from 5 to 22 m., are not only preferred in Türkiye but also at Holland, Germany, Denmark and Norway. Boat are produced at 500 m2 GRP and 1000 m2 furnishings, reassembling and metal workshop. Besides these, Orion has 3 boat construction engineers, who are company corporates too, and 1 management engineer. And of course a skilled crew with wooden, polyester, mechanical, electrical craftsmans.

PEA 60 (GULET)
L.O.A : 18.65 m.
L.W.L. : 15.30 m.
Beam : 5.60 m.
Draft : 2.70 m.
Sail area : 220 m2
Engine : 240 HP
Displacement : 42.000 kg.
CE Category : B
Design : ORION Naval Arch. Dept.

PEA 60 has the characters of traditional Turkish wooden boat (gulet) by the profile and comfortable inside and the performance of a sailing yacht. Even it is designed for charter, it can be used for private purposes with the same general arrangement or alternative plans. It has 4 guest and 1 crew cabin having their own toilet and shower. On the deck there are two sitting groups at the aft and fore.

DALOS 40
L.O.A. : 11.95 m.
L.W.L. : 11.30 m.
Beam: 4.00 m.
Draft : 1.00 m.
Engine : 1*125 or 2*160 HP
Displacement: 8.500 kg.
CE category : B
Design : ORION Naval Arch. Dept

DALOS 40 has one head master cabin, one passenger cabin with 2 person capacity, and two wc & shower. The design and ease of usage is to make you have the most of the pleasure of sea...

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FETHIYE YACHTING BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-31T11:17:00.000-08:00

Fethiye - Muğla - Turkey

Wooden and steel Hulled boat and yacht building
We have been designing and building wooden and steel boats at our Fethiye boat building work shop since 1986.

OZAN - Bruce Roberts 53 steel Yacht.
We designed and built our first 17 meter steel yacht of Bruce Roberts 53 design which began chartering in 1987.

Pınar3 - wooden gulet
In 1992, we completed a 24 meter wooden boat built of local Fethiye red pine wood. This was of traditional wooden Turkish charter gulet design with ten cabins and finished to a high standard.

Pınar111 - wooden gulet
Also built to traditional wooden Turkish gulet design. This gulet was fitted with 18 high standard cabins for charter. She has constructed of red pine, mahogany and iroko and was finished in 2000.

Pınar5 - Luxury wooden gulet
Our latest 8 cabins gulet constructed of larex pine, mahogany and iroko. This boat will be finish to a very high standard and used for luxury charter.

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BILGIN SHIPYARD BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-21T05:13:00.000-08:00

Istanbul - Turkey

The Bilgin Shipyard is one of the Rare Family Yacht Building Shipyards in Istanbul, four generations of boat building in the Bilgin Family is the honor for the fifth generation for Building the Luxury Bilgin Yachts which means since over 40 years of Professionally Yacht Building Experience together with the latest obligation rules of CE/LLOYD makes the Bilgin Yacht Shipyard to one of the Rare Best Luxury Shipyards in Turkey, for more info about the Bilgin Yachts Construction Technology/Method, please follow Our Construction Method link !

The Bilgin Shipyard has launched only in the past 40 years more then 50 Boats & Yachts and all of them are still at the Seas, the reason of success is because of our goal which is to make the best of the best in order to keep the relation in good Faith ! Every Type of Luxury and Standard Motor Yacht Construction with Customized Interior & Exterior Lines upon Customers Request, Ideas & Wishes, up to 40m together with our goal/idea of Working/Delivery rules.

Our Intention is Construct the Possible Best Quality Motor Yachts in Order to Provide the Maximum Level of Customer Satisfaction, Because We Believe that a fully Satisfied Customer is the Greatest Honor which will be Priceless.

In order to reach the possible most strong Yacht Hull, we do Constructing our Yachts for the under water line, in three Diagonal layers of Epoxy Laminated Mahogany Planking method on Massive Mahogany Frames, the over water line is double Diagonal epoxy Laminated Mahogany Planking and as third layer we are using the Marine Plywood, our Superstructure and Interior main lines Building Technology is completely in Marine Plywood upon the over water line, the whole Yacht is covered with double layer of west epoxy fibers.

The inside of all interior divisions, Engine Room Sections, Superstructures, Water tight Bulkheads etc. are sound/heat/water and fire proof insulated. All used Materials and Equipments together with our Build Technology is CE/LLOYD Approved ! The Building time period is appr. 10 month and a sea trial period of appr. three weeks time will be added to the Delivery time period in order to deliver your Yacht as much successful as possible !

We do Building all types of Motor/Fly bridge or Sailing Yachts with your specific out and interior lines and our over 40 years of Yacht Building experience, allows us to deliver each order to Yacht Owner with all specific items/ideas/wishes etc...Our Goal is, Constructing the Possible Best Quality Yachts in Order to Provide the Maximum Level of Customer Satisfaction and we Believe that a fully Satisfied Customer is the Greatest Honor which will be Priceless

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RANDA BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-21T05:05:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

Randaboat provides a wide spectrum of yachting services such as, boat building, repair and restoration, charter and brokerage.

We build a wide range of boats from daysailers, traditional yachts to trawlers and tug boats.

Comfortably equipped traditional yachts: Gulet and Tirhandil.

In our boatyard, repair services, cabin design, refit, renovation are provided for a wide range of yachts.

Tirhandil
Tirhandils are motorsailers. The double-ended Tirhandil performs well under sail and motor. Modern tirhandils are the descendants of the oldest style of vessel on the Aegean Sea. Tirhandil is the best boat suited to the Meltemi winds of the Aegean.
Possible lengths (LOD) for Tirhandil : LOD 9 m - 11m, 11 m -16 m, 16 m -18 m
Possible cabins for Tirhandil : Cabins 1-2, 2-4, 3-4

Saloon and one master cabin
Length overall (on deck) : 8,5 m
Length overall (with bow sprit) : 10 m
Length waterline : 8 m
Beam : 3,10 m
Freeboard : 1,20 m
Sleeping capacity : 4
Rig Type : Gaf rig

Gulet
Gulets are motorsailers. They are suitable for sailing in all seas and evolved from sailing cargo boats transporting goods. Today Gulets offer a minimum standard of comfort such as: Running hot and cold water, Kitchen, Heating, Air condition.
Possible lengths (LOD) for Gulet : LOD 16m-20m, 20 m-24 m, 24m and more
Possible cabins for Gulet : Cabins 3-5, 4-6, 6 and more

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ATLAS YACHTING BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-21T04:53:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

Bodrum is the largest traditional boat building center in the Turkish Aegean. We can also build you the yacht of your dream, specific to your needs up to 30 meters. We complete building of a 25 meters yacht in 12 months. Please contact us and let us know about the specifications of the yacht you are planning to have built and we will send you details and a quotation.

ATL 389 ( SUPER DELUXE ) New Build Wooden Gulet Yacht Turkey
Although believed correct, below details shall not form part of any contract. Specifications & Prices are subject to change without notice.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Yacht's Name : ATL 389
Yacht's Type : Gulet
Length Over Deck : 23.80 meters
Beam : 6.50 meters
Draft : 2.8 meters
Berths : 3 Doubles + 2 Singles
Wc Type : Home Type Flush Toilets
Year Of Build : 2006
Hull Material : Acaju Laminated Ribs
Cabin Material : Sapelli
Crew Cabin & Wc : Yes

RIGGING & DECK
Masts : 2 Steel
Rigging Cables : Inox
Sails : 4 Sails (2 Furlings)
Steering : Hydraulic
Windlass : Hydraulic
Portholes : Inox
Anchors : 2
Dinghy : Joker 3,50 meters
Outboard Engine : 9.9 HP
Windsurf : No

ENGINE ROOM
Engine : 2X 210 HP IVECO
Gearbox : TWINDISC
Fresh Water Capacity : 3,000 Liters
Diesel Tank Capacity : 6,000 Liters
Waste Water Capacity : 2,500 Liters

SAFETY
Life Vests : 12
Life Raft : 12
Fire Extinguishers : 6

ELECTRICITY
Generator : 22 KVA MITSUBISHI
Electricity : 220 V / 24 V
Batteries : 8 Separated
220V Battery Charger : Yes
Inverter : Yes
Converter : No

COMFORT FACILITIES
Air conditioning : Yes
Fresh Water Pump : Yes
Bilge Pump : Yes
Dirty Water Pomp : Yes
Autopilot : No
Echo sounder : Yes
Radar : Yes
Compass : Yes
Gps : Yes
Vhf : Yes
Refrigerator : Yes
Deep freezer : Yes
Ice maker : Yes
Phone : Yes
Fax : No
Tv : Yes
Music Set : Yes
Video / Dvd : Yes

OTHER
Galley At Stern
Captain's Cabin
Crew Cabin
Ce or Hull Lloyd Certified

ATL 388 ( SUPER DELUXE ) New Build Wooden Gulet Yacht Turkey

Although believed correct, below details shall not form part of any contract. Specifications & Prices are subject to change without notice.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Yacht's Name : ATL 388
Yacht's Type : Transom Stern
Length Over Deck : 24 meters
Beam : 6.30 meters
Draft : 2.8 meters
Berths : 3 Doubles + 2 Singles
Wc Type : Home Type Flush Toilets
Year Of Build : 2005
Hull Material : Acaju Laminated Ribs
Cabin Material : Sapelli
Crew Cabin & Wc : Yes

RIGGING & DECK
Masts : 2 Steel
Rigging Cables : Stainless Steel
Sails : 4 Sails (2 Furlings)
Steering : Hydraulic
Windlass : Hydraulic
Portholes : Inox
Anchors : 2
Dinghy : Zodiac 3,50 meters
Outboard Engine : 15 HP Yamaha
Windsurf : No
Canoe : No

ENGINE ROOM
Engine : 2X 210 HP Cummins
Gearbox : ZF 3/1
Fresh Water Capacity : 6,000 Liters
Diesel Tank Capacity : 4,000 Liters
Waste Water Capacity : 2,000 Liters

SAFETY
Life Vests : 10
Life Raft : 10 Plastimar
Fire Extinguishers : 6

ELECTRICITY
Generator : 16,5+22 KVA MITSUBISHI
Electricity : 220 V / 24 V
Batteries : 10
220V Battery Charger : Yes
Inverter : Yes
Converter : No

COMFORT FACILITIES
Air conditioning : Yes (11 units)
Fresh Water Pump : Yes
Bilge Pump : Yes
Dirty Water Pomp : Yes
Autopilot : No
Echo sounder : Navman
Radar : JRC 24 miles
Compass : Yes
Gps : Yes (Jrj)
Vhf : Yes (Icom)
Refrigerator : Yes
Deep freezer : Yes
Ice maker : Yes (Brema)
Phone : No
Fax : No
Tv : Yes (Plazma)
Music Set : Yes (Bose)
Video / Dvd : Yes (Bose)
Satellite Tv Antenna
Wine Chillier
Washing Machine
Microwave Oven

OTHER
2 Master Bedrooms
1 Double Cabin
Captain's Cabin
Crew Cabin
Acaju Planking
6 Harken Sail Winches (2 electrical)
Hull Bureau Veritas Approved
HULL BUREAU VERITAS APPROVED

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BOAT VOYAGE WOODEN BOAT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-21T04:16:00.000-08:00

Bakırköy - Istanbul - Turkey

Our company extensive experience in boat building; we have the necessary facilities, equipment and skilled personnel. We have experience in constructing almost any kind of boat, cruising yachts, of metal and wood. Fishing boats ,rowboats, and canoes. We take photos of different stages in the building of a boat to show the customer, and we are of course ready to answer any question pertaining to the construction.

A KIND OF WOODEN BOAT "GULET" GULETTES
The gulette is a very old vessel built of wood. They were used for fishing and carrying cargo consisting mainly of amphoras filled with olive oil and wine. Over the years the gulette has evolved into its present shape of a broad beam and a wide deck. It was also used as a fighting ship, and extensive exploration and trading voyages were made with the gulette. They have been built in different parts of Europe, mainly in the Mediterranean region of Greece and Turkey.

Most vessels are now built in Bodrum, Bozburun, Istanbul and on the Black Sea coast of Turkey. As a matter of fact the boats built in Bodrum and Bozburun are so popular that they are referred to as "Bodrum-Type yachts" or "Gulettes". They are also known as Caiques. Today the gulette is used mainly for cruises. so the emphasis is on comfort which is provided in spacious cabins with WC and showers, wide decks for lounging and sunbathing.

The modern gulette is a mixture of old and new. It is still built of wood which gives off the ambience that only wood can give, but modern technology provides the comfort and the safety. A gulette usually carries two masts; the stem is pointed and the stern gently rounded. Four to eight cabins is the norm some of which can be made into double or master cabins. The number of passengers the gulette can carry depends on the accommodations but usually the figure is between eight and sixteen. In the charter of a gulette is included services and entertainment. The size of the boat and the number of passengers is conducive to a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere amplified with the friendly attentions of the crew.

TYPES OF GULETTES
There are basically three types available of Gulet in Turkey, the standard Gulet, the Ayna Ketch and the Tirhandil. All three types are essentially motor sailing yachts, raising their sails when the wind conditions are most suitable. Of the three types, the Tirhandil is the most suited to cruising under sail. Trawl around the Internet and you will come up with a number of conflicting descriptions for each of the Gulet types and where they originated.

For the prospective buyer of a Gulet all that is really needed, is to know the basic difference between the three types and the advantages and disadvantages of each depending on its intended primary function.

STANDARD GULET
The standard Gulet is similarly shaped to the Tirhandil with a rounded and undercut stern,but usually larger. The increase in dimensions, the addition of a mast or two and subtle modifications to the hull make more room for forward and central cabins, and of course make it more suitable for chartering. This is adaptation of gulets today for chartering more well.

ELUSIVE TIRHANDIL
Despite generally being the superior sailing vessel of the three, have less aft deck space for Blue Cruise voyages, they are not as frequently commissioned by local builders and thus remain elusive. Yet it is the tirhandil, more so than the gulet, which carries the most traditional elements of Aegean sailing boats of the last two millennium. Its origins from the Bodrum area having two masts , a bow spirit and lateen sails. It is beak-nosed with a scoop stern and sample interior capacity. Tirhandils are workhorses of the Mediterranean last 2 thousand years and is similar to its cousin, the caique, and the Greek transport vessel called perama. The Greek equivalent of tirhandil is trechenderi.

AYNA KETCH (KETCH GULET)
This is the ultimate in Charter Gulet development, a compromise between a sailing Gulet and functionality as a spacious charter boat. More suited to motor cruising than sailing, though its design still allows some sailing opportunities in favorable wind conditions. The squared off and deepened stern allows for the inclusion of cabins below a raised rear deck, ideal for outdoor dining. The beam cross section is also deepened to eliminate as much as possible the inward slope of the hull in the cabins. It look like gulet but has a squared off stern. The primary advantage over a gulet is to the passengers in the form of increased cabin space with an aft master cabin or separate crew quarters. Translated, aynakıç literally means "paneled rear" or "mirror-assed", depending on the preferred interpretation. Some local people call it as ketch because of the rigging.

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VALENA YACHTING WOODEN YACHT CONSTRUCTION

2007-01-21T04:04:00.000-08:00

Istanbul - Turkey

After small beginnings and many years of in-depth experience of the fundamentals of what makes a good yacht, the charter version of Valena Yachting was born. These yachts in mahogany are built for extreme comfort and pleasure. The hull is keenly shaped by loving eyes as the architect and engineer work closely together, giving birth to the latest hull to be launched in August 2006.

Logs of African mahogany are carefully selected and the cut to start the final drying process. Craftsmen are gathered to cut and assemble 1000's of cubic feet and raw wood and using traditional methods cross planked glued together to produce another true classic and a work of art.

The very latest technology and skills are linked with old fashioned craftsmanship, producing fine vessels.

Beautiful interiors with exceptional finish setting high standards which are followed through to the standard of charter and onboard service.

Remaining in the charter fleet, the 'White Wings' launched in 2000 was recently sold. Her super sister ship 'Hic Salta' will be 40m and include 5 guest cabins, deck jacuzzi and separate crew quarters.

This new vessel, to be launched in August 2006, is available for purchase and charter. We look forward to your enquiries. Price on Application.

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YASEMIN WOODEN YACHT BUILDING

2007-01-21T03:57:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

Boat Building in Bodrum-Turkey / Exclusive Yachts with Yasemin Yachting
The traditional wooden Gulette built on the Southern Coast of Turkey has developed from the original working vessel into the very popular pleasure yacht. The pointed front of the boat and the wide rounded aft allows it to cut through the water with ease and comfort. Originally built of pine, wider availability of other timber has meant that these boats are now made out of teak and mahogany as well as varying qualities of different kinds of pine. The basic exterior design of these classic wooden yachts has not changed much since there first appearance in Turkey.

The modern Gulette is a luxuriously designed yacht with every comfort taken care of and as they are purposely built for the charter boating industry the level of accommodation now resembles that of a five star hotel. These wooden yachts are perfect for the weather conditions in the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.

Here at Yasemin Yachting we specialize in building custom designed Gulettes to meet your specific requirements. We have a team of professionals experienced and capable of advising you in choosing a design to meet your every need and suggesting additional advantages, perhaps not obvious to the less knowledgeable designer. Our designers understand the concept behind the traditional Turkish Gulette but also work with motorsailers, sailing yachts or any other kind of boat/ship.

Whilst we specialize in building traditional Turkish Gulettes we also have designers excited about using new materials and modern finishes to create more unusual interiors.

Gulette-Gulet-Gullet-Goulette Gulettes-Gulets-Gullets-Goulettes
There are a variety of modern spellings for the Traditional Turkish Wooden Yacht, whatever the spelling this classic wooden boat is a modern success.

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BARAKUDA KALKAN DIVE CENTER

2007-01-15T10:43:00.000-08:00

Kalkan - Antalya - Turkey

Barakuda Dive Center, which is directly attached to the Hotel Pirat, lies approx. 20 m. from the sea. A house reef of the basis is outstanding suitable for beginner trainings and night dives. Over few stairway steps you can arrive to the hotel pool, which is used for pool training and the first dive trials. The shady pool terrace with wonderful view on the sea offers opportunity at the end of a fascinating diving to the cosy gathering and exchange of experience.

Our basis is characterized by a personal atmosphere and individuality - therefore our team is always endeavored to deal with all desires of our guests. Since the diving equipment remains for the entire time of the booked dive on the diving boat, we save the uncomfortable carrying of the equipment to our guests!

Beside the main office we have a compressor area with two new compressors (260 and 190 liters/min.). The basis is equipped with comprehensive first aid equipment. A small workshop with spare parts depot is likewise present.

Equipment
We have more than 25 new complete equipment, 70 aluminum tanks (12 lt.) with DIN connections (INT adapters available), as well as 4 small 4 lt - steel tanks for pool and children training.

In addition we offer ABC equipment and diving lamps for rental.

The entire equipment is under control of experts, in order to guarantee to our diving guests highest security.

Our Boat BARAKUDA-1
We start our diving boat twice per day to one of the more than 25 diving locations, which promise both for beginners and for professionals maximum diving fun.

14 m. long and 4.5 m wide wood boat is reequipped particularly for diving purposes and offers comfortably place for 25 divers. We reach the diving locations between 10 to 40 min. with the help of 240PS Volvo Diesels.

Modern equipment and carefully thought details fulfill strict safety standards and provides for highest diving comfort: In and exit platform, wc/Fresh Water Shower, Oxygen equipment, Radio, Emergency equipment, Seats with tank stabilization, Generous shelves

Our Crew
In the diving basis PADI Instructor Fatih Tunalı and his multilingual team guarantees not only individual support and highest safety standards, but also fascinating diving adventures at the most beautiful diving places of the Mediterranean.

Facilities
Let us show you the unforgettable underwater world of the Lycian coast with fantastic ranges of vision up to 40m.

Daily two boat tours
Daily routes with meals on board (2 TG)
Night and deep water diving
Wreck and flow diving
More than 25 diving places
Safe diving in small groups
Rental of underwater cameras
Diving boat with sun-deck (equipment remains guarded on board)
Moonlight travels
Grill Nights

Dive Courses
The dream of diving into the unforgettable underwater world does not only have to remain a dream. Dive is simpler than one believes, and with a correct training you can learn this fascinating sport easily. The training with Barakuda Diving Center is under PADI guidelines (alternatively also under CMAS) in German, English or Turkish language.

Our diving courses are held in small groups and relaxed Atmosphere. Even if SECURITY is completely large written, FUN and ADVENTURES are not to come during the diving training too short. Our internationally trained team with long-year experience guarantees individual support, conscious diving and much Fun!

We offer:
Free Scuba Diving Trials in the pool
Scuba Diving Trials in the sea
Discover Scuba Programs
Beginner Course PADI and CMAS open Water Diver / 1 * Diver
Advanced Courses PADI
Advanced Open Water Diver
Rescue Diver
Medic First Aid
Divemaster
PADI Specialities
Night Dive, Deep water diving, Wreck diving
Underwater video, Underwater photography, U/W Navigation

Scuba Diving Trials - the first step
for all those, who would like first try to "breathe the diving air ", we offer first step to which free Scuba Diving Trials in the pool.

Discover Scuba Programs
This approximately 3-hours program covers a Video introduction about scuba diving, a pool diving exercise and a great boat dive in a maximum depth of 12 meters.

Beginner Course - Open Water Diver
During the training of Open Water Diver Course you learn in competent company the basic skills of the diving sport, and the controlled and surely diving. The course consists of three parts:
5 modules theory training
5 modules swimming pool and /or shallow water training
4 open water dives
The theory training is based on 5 course modules. The theory hours begin always with a video instruction. Afterwards the material is again deepened together with the diving teacher and examined in a small Quiz. After all 5 course modules, diver takes a written final test. The training of the PADI Open Water takes approximately 4-5 days.

The swimming pool training takes place in the hotel pool directly over the diving basis or in the limited open water. The diver learns how to deal with his diving equipment and makes first experiences under water. At the center of attention of these exercises are the security of diving and learning fundamental diving talents.

In the open water the divers practice their abilities in the sea, which they learned in the swimming pool, and advance step for step to the underwater world. With the successful conclusion of the free water training the diver will try to achieve PADI Open Water Diver Brevet.

The minimum age for this beginner course amounts to 10 years. We have special diving equipment for children, so that the children can experience the fascination of diving.

Advanced Open Water Diver
For all those, which would like to develop their diving talents further. This course represents an important step in diving training

This course contains 5 dives in various special fields, e.g. night diving, deep diving, underwater navigation, wreck diving etc. The theory training is reduced to a minimum, so that practice and diver driving are the center of attention.

Medic First Aid
Medic First Aid (Emergency First Response) gives you the skills you need to perform CPR and First Aid. Whether you're a diver or a non-diver, Emergency First Response helps you to properly handle potentially life-threatening situations. This comprehensive program contains two core modules that can be taught in tandem or as stand-alone courses: Emergency First Response - Primary Care and Emergency First Response - Secondary Care. Together, these courses provide extensive instruction in CPR and First Aid, as well as providing optional (yet recommended) Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Emergency Oxygen sections. This course is usually conducted over one day.

Rescue Diver
This three day course is a very important step in expanding knowledge and experience. As with all PADI courses, it is ‘performance’ based and involves classroom, confined water and beach skill development sessions followed by five open water training sessions. Self-rescue and diver stress, diving first aid, emergency management, equipment considerations, tired diver, panicked diver, response from shore or boat with both a conscious and unconscious victim, distressed diver, surfacing an unconscious diver, unconscious diver at the surface, egress with an unconscious diver, first aid for pressure related injuries, underwater search scenario, response, egress and management scenarios.

Dive Master
This course includes academic knowledge development. Watermanship and stamina are evaluated together with diving skills, which will be developed to demonstration quality. You will complete a rescue evaluation and underwater mapping exercises as well as demonstrating your skills in dive planning and leadership. You will also function as an instructional assistant, both in confined and open water. Completion of this course qualifies you to attend a PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) and eventual certification as a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor.

Diving Locations
Kalkan enjoys by right the call of a real diver paradise with ranges of visibility up to 40m. , pleasant water temperatures ( 20' C in May to 28' C in August).

Delightful underwater world, sumptuously grown reefs, imposing walls and a considerable fish wealth determine the more than 25 dive locations around Kalkan. Our boat leaves the harbour daily for the locations with different depths and degrees of difficulty, which offer the correct for each taste, so that both beginners and experienced divers come fully at their expense. Kalkan gives you great wrack, wall, and deep dive opportunities.

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MAVI DIVING

2007-01-15T10:18:00.000-08:00

Kaş - Antalya - Turkey

The Dive Center is located at "Küçük Çakıl" (little pebble) beach in Kaş. The dive center ... Our resort has been awarded a "Blue Flag" which indicates top water quality at international standards... The classroom ...Relax on the sunbeds and enjoy the view! ... feeling hungry? Mamo will take good care of you ...

DIVING BOAT
MAVI
length : 15 m. / 49 ft.
width: 4.80 m. / 15 ft.
Rescue boat on top deck...
165 HP Ford engine
The boat is designed for 28 divers and features
56 tanks (two for each diver), an equipment box below, dry shelf above,
and a clean and comfortable toilet ...
Comfort on board:
- sundeck
- shaded rest areas
- bar / coffee, tea, cold beverages and beer (after the last dives)
- two fresh water showers
- plenty of space for your dry stuff
- plenty of space for every diver

Security on board:
- oxygen and first aid kit
- rescue boat
- life jackets for kids, too!
- emergency tank at 5 m. / 16 ft.
- VHF marine radio
- GPS
- echo sounder
- mobile phone
- fire pump / emergency bilge pump

There's enough space to ensure relaxed dives ...
Two rails for hanging wet suits
Fresh water tank
Sewage tank
Well-designed interior
Comfortable fin-ladder, easy entry and exit

Mavi in Kaş harbour... Your equipment stays on board. It's washed every night and guarded to make sure it stays right there ...

We welcome anyone over the age of 8 to dive with us. To attend our diving courses, though, the minimum age is 10. We organize two dives a day by boat for certified divers. The boat leaves at 09:30 and returns around 12:00 hrs. We then set off again at 15:00 hrs for the afternoon dive and we are back in Kas around 18:00 hrs. Non-divers and snorkellers are also welcome to join us on board. Every week we arrange least one full-day trip, starting at 09:30. After the morning dive we eat on board. Lunch is followed by a swimming and snorkeling break. We then do a second dive and return around 18:00 hrs.

Every day we offer discovery dives at the beach on demand. The maximum depth is 5 meters and duration is 20 minutes. All you have to do is breathe and watch the view underwater.

Discover Scuba Diving (1 Day)
After a short theory session and one pool training module (confined water dive) you dive down to 12 meters. With this temporary certificate you can dive for 14 days with a Padi Instructor or Dive Master.

Junior Open Water Diver (4-5 Days)
The minimum age for this course is 10 years. The course consists of 5 theory sessions, 5 pool training modules (confined water dives) and 4 open water dives down to 12 meters.

Open Water Diver (4-5 Days)
The minimum age for the OWD course is 15 years. The course consists of 5 theory sessions, 5 pool training units, 2 open water dives down to 12 meters and 2 dives to 18 m.

Advanced Open Water Diver (2 Days)
During this course you do one U/W Navigation dive, one deep dive down to 30 meters and 3 dives which you can choose for your interest and needs. (night dive, naturalist, peak performance buoyancy etc.)!

Emergency First Response (1 Day)
A course designed for everybody, to help others in case of emergency!

Rescue Diver Course (2-3 Days)
The Rescue Diver course consists of 12 pool, open water and theory sessions.

Divemaster (min. 6 Days)
This course represents a step into professionalism in diving business with a wide variety of academic and practical applications.

CMAS / DTSA - Basic-Diver (1 Day)
The minimum age for this course is 12 years. Prerequisite is a completed pool education.

The course consists two Dives.

CMAS * (4-5 Days)
Minimum age for this course is 14 years. After the course you will be able do handle your own equipment and to join dives which are guided by an experienced diver.

CMAS **
(5-6 Days). Minimum Age to join the course is 16 years. In this course you will learn how to organize and guide dives by yourself. Goal of the course is to plan and carry on safe dives with divers at your level.

CMAS *** (min. 6 Days). Min. age 18 years. During this course you learn how to organize and guide dives under complex conditions and diving with beginners.

VDST /Specialities
- Navigation (prerequisite for CMAS**) Includes 3 theory lessons and 4 dives
- Group leadership (prerequisite for CMAS**) Includes 4 theory lessons and 4 dives
- Safety and Rescue Course (prerequisite for CMAS***) Includes 4 theory lessons and 6 practical parts
- Nightdive (prerequisite for CMAS***) Includes 2 theory lessons and 2 dives
- Drift diving, wreck diving, cave diving

Minimum age is 18 years
Prerequisite: CMAS* or equivalent certification + 45 logged dives. During the course you will learn how to plan and carry out dives with enriched Air up to 40% Oxigene

Junior CMAS*
Minimum age for the course is 8 years. This course includes a detailed instruction into scuba diving, snorkeling exercises and 4 Dives (pool and/or open water). Each of the dives will be previewed detailed and so the theoretical sessions are combined with the practical applications. Maximum depth is 5m.

Junior CMAS** / ***
Minimum age for Junior** is 10 years, for Junior*** 12 years. The courses content each 4-5 theory lessons and 6 dives. The maximum depth is, depending on the age, 8 - 12m

Assistant Instructor
This training is required as qualification to become an instructor. Pre requites for the course is CMAS***, min. 80 logged dives (30 of these dives in the sea). The training takes min. 4 weeks.

Every participant receives a logbook from the dive center. Original videos and manuals are used in our courses.

DIVE SPOT
Almost everywhere there is a dive spot in Kaş. There are many hot spots both for experienced divers and beginners. The Underwater world of Kaş is very nice for taking photos or making video films.

Flying Fish Reef / 30 Min. : Top at 5 m. going down to 40 m. Full of groupers, amberjack, many moray eels and lots of other small fish. Good for experienced divers

Assi Island 1 / 30 Min. : A small island with big ancient pots at 40 m. and many fish to see. Both for experienced and inexperienced divers.

Assi Island 2 / 30 Min. : Fascinating underwater world with many cracks and rocks accompanied with big groupers and jacks and even turtles! Inexperienced divers can circle around the island.

Canyon Wreck / 30 Min. : Steel Greek ship wreck at 30-35 m. Beautiful place. Wreck is good for experienced divers and there are also other spots at different directions for inexperienced divers

Lobster Point / 30 Min. : Rocky edges with light and shadows dances. Many well preserved ancient artifacts. and old anchors. This spot offers dives for all.

Pina Reef / 15 Min. : Reef top at 8 meters. Rocky and sandy slopes down to 40 meters. Sandy patches with big muscles. Dive spot for all levels

Şömine /45 Min. : A tunnel covered with well grown Mediterranean vegetation. Entry at 18 meters and exit at 30 meters. As the passages wide enough, this dive is suitable for all divers.

Sarıot Adası-Duvar / 45 Min. : The attractions of this dive spot are a drop off grown over and over with anemones and feather stars and a plateau with bizarre rock formations. At this spot you find many big groupers. A beautiful dive spot for all divers.

Gürmenli Ada : 5-35 m. Wall diving, not many fish, but beautiful view and wall. Sandy beach at 30 m. Good for all divers.

Küçük Kaya : Small island, easy to navigate. 5-40 m. depth. Many barracudas to see. Both for experienced and inexperienced divers.

Cave 1 / 5 Min. : Entrance at 5 m. 20 m. long cave. Big air pocket inside. Light necessary. For experienced divers.

Cave 2 / 10 Min. : Entrance at 7 m. 15 m. long cave with air pocket inside. No need for light. For every diver

Mavi Wreck / 25 Min. : Wooden boat wreck sunk in 1995. 20 m long, at 25 m. with amberjack and breams. Nice for every diver.!

Üç Kaya / 25 Min. : Small reef, highest point at 11 m. Many small and big fish. Good place for photographers. Many ancient ceramic pots. For every diver.

Fener Kulesi / 10 Min. : 150 years old wooden Ottoman boat wreck, some ancient pots to see. Octopus and a big grouper are always there waiting for experienced and inexperienced divers.

Çapa Banko / 30 Min : Nice coastline, nice place for a relaxed afternoon dive. Barracudas are always here. Every diver will enjoy this place.

Likya Wreck / 15 Min. : wooden boat wreck sunk in 1996, 15 m. long, at 27 m. and a nice coastline with sharp walls and many cavities. For everyone!

Chicken Beach / 20 Min. : Open your eyes and you will see many small details! Especially for beginners, but also the experienced divers will be delighted.

Bernd Stein / 20 Min. : Nice sheltered bay offering every depth levels for all divers.

Don Armando Bay / 25 Min. : Relaxing afternoon dive. Barracudas and turtles are around in the shallow area. Especial for beginners.

Eel Cove / 20 Min. : Among the rocks hide moray eels, and with a little luck you see calamars and big snails at daytime. For everyone!

Karavida Reef / 55 Min. : Beautiful reef overgrown with plants. Challenging dive spot starting from 12 m. where you find groupers, cuttlefish, snails and exciting rock formations. Especially for experienced divers.

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KAS DIVING

2007-01-15T10:13:00.000-08:00

Kaş - Antalya - Turkey

Diving Places
There are many good reasons why Kaş is renowned as a real diver’s paradise! These include great visibility - up to 40 meters, pleasant water temperatures (ranging from 20°C in May to 28°C in August) and a very attractive underwater world. Beautiful reefs, impressive drop-offs and a remarkably rich marine life is typical for the more than 30 dive spots located in the Kaş area. Our boat trips lead us to a variety of places with different depths and levels, offering something to suite any diver’s taste - from beginner to the most experienced dive enthusiast.

On the following pages some of our most beautiful dive spots are described in more detail. This will give you a good idea of the dive adventures that await you here in Kaş. You can view individual dive sites by clicking on the small dive flags on the map.

Diving Education
The dream of diving the unforgettable underwater world does no longer have to be a dream. Scuba diving is easier than you may think and with the proper training it is easy to learn this fascinating sport within a short time.

At Kaş Diving scuba diving courses follow the standards of PADI, the world’s largest scuba diving association (if required courses can also be conducted in accordance with CMAS) in English, German or Turkish language. All our dive courses are run in small groups in a relaxed atmosphere. Even though safety is crucial to us, fun and adventure should not come short during your diver training. Our international team disposes of the latest training knowledge, teaching aids and years of experience to ensure individual treatment of our student’s needs, adherence to safe diving practices and a lot of fun!

Discover Scuba Diving
This program takes approximately 4-hours and contains a video introduction into scuba diving, a pool dive to get acquainted with breathing underwater and to practice some basic skills as well as a boat dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters. (If you decide to continue with an Open Water Diver Course this counts towards the required amount of dives the become qualified).

PADI Open Water Diver
During your Open Water Diver course, you will learn all skills required for safe and enjoyable scuba diving under the competent guidance of our instructors.

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
For those of you who would like to further their diving skill beyond that of an entry-level diver and who look for interesting and challenging dive adventures, the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is an important step in your dive training.

PADI OWD incl. Discover Enriched Air Nitrox
Combi-course for the direct Entrance in the diving with Nitrox.

PADI AOWD incl. Discover Enriched Air Nitrox
Combi-course. AOWD and Nitrox-Level 1 course.

PADI Discover Enriched Air Nitrox Level 1
Nitrox-Entry course and the first step to PADI Enriched Air NITROX-Diver.

PADI Enriched Air NITROX-Diver
Level 1 + 2 of the PADI Nitrox User Education.

PADI Emergency First Response
Emergency First Response is a Medic First Aid Program.

PADI Rescue Diver
Rewarding and fun – that best describes the PADI Rescue Diver course. This course will expand your knowledge and experience level: Rescue Divers learn to look beyond themselves and consider the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it is an enjoyable way to build your confidence.

PADI Night Diver
When you go night diving you'll see a whole new world. Even your local dive site takes on a new personality at night, as many underwater creatures and plant life (different from those you see during the day) are active at night.

PADI Deep Diver
The Deep Diver Specialty course offers you the opportunity of a lifetime - going deep to see thing others can only dream about.

PADI Wreck Diver
The lure of exploring sunken vessels, airplanes and automobiles is something most divers can't resist. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course introduces you to wreck diving and helps you develop the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and fun wreck diving.

PADI U/W Photographer
The PADI Underwater Photographer Specialty course can help you learn how to take your fist underwater photographs or fine tune your existing skills to produce photographs that will stun your friends.

PADI U/W Navigator
When you're underwater, knowing where you are and where you're going comes in handy, especially if you're looking for that beautiful reef that you've heard all about. The PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty course will help you become a pro at finding your way underwater.

PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy
If you want to fine-tune your buoyancy and soar over reefs, extend bottom time by reducing air consumption and prolong the life of your dive equipment, the Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course is for you.

PADI Divemaster
Take the first step in your dive career and become a PADI Divemaster. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, you'll expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills as you become a dive professional. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.

PADI Master Scuba Diver
This certification denotes that you've reached the highest recreational diver level in the PADI System of diver education. PADI Master Scuba Diver indicates you have a significant amount of training and experience in a variety of dive environments.

PADI Semiclosed Rebreather Diver Dräger Dolphin/Atlantis
Have you ever wanted to go diving, but without most of those bubbles? Here's your chance to try it with the PADI Semiclosed Rebreather Dolphin/Atlantis Specialty course. This Specialty course introduces you to the Drager Dolphin/Atlantis semiclosed rebreathers.

DSAT Gas Blender
More people are diving with enriched air and this means the demand for enriched air fills is also increasing. However, there needs to be someone qualified to administer these fills to meet this demand. This is where the DSAT Gas Blender course comes in. It can result in one of two certifications: DSAT Gas Blender or DSAT Trimix Blender.

PADI Assistant Instructor
The PADI Assistant Instructor course is the first portion of the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC). You'll not only gain additional experience as a PADI Professional but you'll also start learning the PADI System of diver education.

PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
The PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor program is your final step in the quest to become a PADI Instructor.

Emergency First Response Instructor
Emergency First Response Corp., a PADI corporate affiliate, offers the Emergency First Response CPR and first aid program.

PADI OWD incl. Enriched Air Diver Speciality
During your Open Water Diver course, you will learn all skills required for safe and enjoyable scuba diving under the competent guidance of our instructors. The course consists of the following three parts :

5 modules knowledge development
5 pool or confined water training sessions
4 open water dives

The knowledge development is based on 5 theory modules, thoroughly explained in your Open Water Diver Manual. The knowledge development lessons start with watching the video for each module. Thereafter, your instructor reviews the topics with you and a quick quiz at the end of each module assures that you understood everything you need to know. After you have been through all 5 modules, you will easily finalize the knowledge development with a final exam.

The confined water training takes place either in the swimming pool of the hotel above the dive center or in a sheltered bay. Here you learn how to handle your dive equipment, experience your first breath underwater and practice all the skills required for safe and enviable scuba diving.

During the open water ocean dives you will apply the skills learnt in the confined water and you will adapt step-by-step to the underwater world. Having finalized the open water training, you earn your PADI Open Water Diver Certificate. The Open Water Diver certification is accepted at any dive spot worldwide and discerns you as a scuba diver who has a full understanding and good practice of the basic knowledge and skills in order to be able to dive in a safe manner.

Subsequently we immediately start with the "Enriched Air Diver“ course. An additional short theoretical training and two open water dives are necessary.

The minimum age for the beginner course is 10 years and for the beginner plus „Enriched Air Diver“ course, 15 years. The Padi Open Water Diver Course takes 4 - 5 days, the "Enriched Air Diver“ Course an additionally one to two days.

PADI AOWD incl. Enriched Air Diver Speciality
For those of you who would like to further their diving skill beyond that of an entry-level diver and who look for interesting and challenging dive adventures, the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is an important step in your dive training.

This course is composed of 5 adventure dives in various specialty areas such as Night Diving, Deep Diving, Underwater Navigation, Wreck Diving etc. The focus of this course is the practical application of the relevant skills with some additional knowledge development.

Divers, who participate the PADI AOWD incl. the special “Enriched Air Diver (NITROX) course can combine their AOWD training dives using enriched air with adventure dives. This exception is possible, as training dives with enriched air do not require any special water skills.

The divers meet the requirements for diving with enriched air on land, then complete their adventure dive and fulfill the requirements under water – using enriched air instead of compressed air – and thus receive a credit for the special "Enriched Air Diver" course and at the same time for the “Adventures in Diving” Program, too.

DIVING BOAT

Name "Abyss"
Building Year 2002, Rebuilding 2004, Length 18m, Broad 5.5m, Wide Sun deck, Place for 30 diver, Kitchen, Toilette, Fresh water tank 1500 lt, Diesel tank 1500 lt, 700 lt Used water tank, 2 Sweet water shower, Oxygen and Medic First Aid Equipment, new 200 HP Turbo engine, Place for ca. 70 Tanks, Music installation for night party's, new 3,5 m Speed boat within 5 PS engine, comfortable refined steel ladder for exit.

Our dive boat "Yunus" leaves twice a day to one of our more than 30 dive spots, which offer interesting and fascinating dives for all experience levels, from beginners to pro’s. The purpose-built wooden boat is 12 m long and 4 m wide and provides enough space for up to 20 divers. Modern equipment and carefully selected accessories assure that all safety standards are fulfilled and we guarantee maximum comfort to our divers.

Dive platform, Toilet / fresh water shower, Emergency oxygen, radio, first-aid-equipment, Wide seat rows with tank carrying units, Large dry storage spaces, Equipment stays on board over night, Large sun deck, Cold and hot drinks

Highlight "Adventure Tour"
Kaş-Diving goes Adventure! What is Adventure ? We combine Fun, Adventure and the famous dive sites in a 2 days Trip. Diving, eating and sleeping on the boat, in small groups (from 6 divers).

Tour description

1.Day : Departure on Harbour ap. 6:30 clock. Driving time to the 1.Dive place about 2 hours

1.Dive: Duchess of York. About the Wreck: It starts in 40 m. It is a old coal barge ap. 100 m long,from 1893. Follow Breakfast on Board

2.Dive: Panorama Reef. The Reef start in 25m depth, with mostly little current. Lunch on the beach from Kaputaş. Here we have the Possibility to visit a Blue cavern by snorkeling.

3.Dive: Explorer/Reef by Heybeli Ada. A abundant overgrown Reef,ideal for the third dive. At night Barbecue on Board .

2.Day: Early Morning dive ap. 7:00 clock

4.Dive: Perfect Wall. Breathtaking vertical wall from 5-60 m over hangs. The wall is complete covered with corals, different kinds of Anemone in different colours. We have here the possibility for a drift dive. Lamp is very usefull. Follow Breakfast buffet on Board.

5.Dive: Boje. The Boje is the best place to have a relaxed dive. Because of the location in the middle of the sea, there is a lot of fish. Back in Kaş ap. 18:00 clock.

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FENER DIVING

2007-01-15T10:02:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

Right on the windy tip of the Bodrum Peninsula on the Aegean Coast of Turkey. If you are a windsurfer or a kitesurfer, or you would like to learn windsurfing or kitesurfing and you are looking for a nice, warm and windy place; 12 years ago we found one in Turkey. We decided to build our centre here and make it the best possible.

Because this is the place where we wanted to windsurf as much as we could. We love to share it with our guests. The greatest thing about it, is to see people enjoying their holidays and improving their surfing.

In Fener you will find:
The best wind in Bodrum, and one of the best spots in Turkey
Perfect conditions for all levels (beginners to expert)
Latest models and a large amount of equipment
Qualified instructors
Multi-activity
Good accommodation
And a chance to discover the Bodrum area

Getting here:
Airports: Bodrum-Milas international Airport 60 km.
We can organize airport transfers by taxi or minibus.
You can rent a car from us and get it delivered to the airpot on your arrival.
You can make your own way by taxi or by bus via Bodrum town center.
Other ways to get here are via:-
Izmir (250 km)
Dalaman (260 km)
Greek island of Kos (40 km road, then 45 min ferry to Bodrum) has also an international airport
Fener beach is on the way from Akyarlar to Turgutreis. You can get there by a direct minibus service (dolmush) from Bodrum city center (20 km), from Turgutreis town (6 km) and from Akyarlar village (2 km).
The dolmush service is the cheapest way of travelling on Bodrum peninsula.
You can not miss the only lighthouse of the peninsula midway from Akyarlar village to Turgutreis. The dolmush driver will stop wherever you like.
The centre is next to the lighthouse you won't miss the flags and the windsurfers.

For a few years now we have been working in co-operation with Perla Subaqua institute.

They are providing recreational diving with very small groups. They offer CMAS and PDIC international certificates. They have programs suitable for complete beginners to advanced instructors.

Even though you have never tried diving before you can start with an initiation dive. This is ideal for non windsurfers travelling with windsurfers and even for windsurfers looking for a change.

Perla will come and pick you up from your hotel and will take you to Akyarlar (2Km from Fener). From there you will leave the port on their boat for the diving sites. Lunch will be served on board. Non divers can participate in that pleasant cruise.

Bodrum is a excellent diving area not only because of the brightness and the clearness of it's waters but also because of the rich underwater archaeological remains. Nearby are hundreds of antique wrecks full of amphora's. Thousands of years ago the primitive sailing boats were sinking mainly because of the strong wind. Today amphora have become Bodrum's symbol and you can see many of them while diving around the peninsula and also you can discover a superb collection of them in Bodrum museum.

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BARAKUDA DIVING CENTER

2007-01-15T09:38:00.000-08:00

Kaş - Antalya - Turkey

DIVING CENTER

The Barakuda Queen Kaş diving center is situated right on the harbour surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes the whole Mediterranean has to offer. Your hosts at Barakuda Queen are Ugur Eroglu and Belma Namlı who head up this operation with over 15 years of diving experience in this area. After the exciting tours, our comfortable bar invites you to exchange the experience of the day, and to meet new friends.

OUR SERVICES

Barakuda Queen Kaş offers you the highest standards of education and professionalism with a great variety of diving activities, from the most basic introductory dive to comprehensive training courses, and special diving packages for experienced divers.

Our introductory dive is designed to take you below the surface to experience joys and wonderment of the beautiful reefs with their abundance of fish and marine life. No experience is necessary for this dive. Our instructors will take you below the surface for 20 minutes, max 5 meters, in a way that you will find enjoyable and practically effortless. After completing your intro dive, you will be ready to join our diving courses. Our courses are taught by professional instructors, using the educational programs of the leading training agencies in today's diving industry, PADI, SSI, Barakuda, IDA, CMAS, VIST. For all courses, we follow the Barakuda Queen tradition of allowing max 4 students per instructor per class.

Our multilingual professional team will safely take you to some of the greatest dive sites of the Mediterranean. Dive the wall of Gürmeli Island, see the beautiful coral of Neptun's Harem, the caves of Limanağzı, and the outstanding beauty of Flying Fish Reef. We also have some of the Turkey's most famous wrecks, such as the plane wreck from the II World War, "Dimitri" the big ship laying in front of a beautiful canyon, and many others. No matter whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Kas offers dive sites for every taste and level. You can visit price list for more information.

DIVE COURSES
- Try a dive (1 introductory dive without skills)
- CMAS/Barakuda/IDA/VIST Bronze, PADI/SSI open Water Diver courses

BOAT DIVES
- Single dive (incl. tank, weights, boat trip)
- 1 day, two dives (incl. tank, weights, boat trip)
- Night dive
- Daily tour, extra (incl. lunch on board)
- Boat trip fpr guests (non-divers, per dive tour)
- Equipment Rental (daily, BC + regulator +suit / or torch)

DIVE PACKAGES
- 5 days (10 dives) (10 dives, incl. tank, weights, boat trip)
- 6 days (12 dives) (12 dives, incl. tank, weights, boat trip)
- 10 days (20 dives) (20 dives, incl. tank, weights, boat trip)
- 12 days (24 dives) (24 dives, incl. tank, weights, boat trip)

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NAUTILUS DIVING CENTER

2007-01-15T09:37:00.000-08:00

Kaş - Antalya - Turkey

Nautilus Diving center has started in 1997 with three instructors. Today it has grown to become one of the main dive centers in Kaş. Nautilus Diving Center gives training in both certificates: PADI and CMAS. Our diving courses continues during 4 seasons and 12 months in the excellent Mediterranean climate.

Try a Dive
Have you ever wondered what it is like to scuba dive? Imagine the sensation of weightlessness and being able to breath whilst under water. Nautilus Diving Center has designed a Try a Dive session to allow non divers the chance to experience the pleasure of scuba diving. This is just the beginning

PADI
The PADI System of diver education is based on state of the art instructional system design theory, and progressive training that introduces skills, safety related information and local environmental knowledge to students in stages. PADI courses are student-centered and provide for maximum practice and application. Students learn the basics through independent study and then are guided through additional development by their instructors. The goal is to get students in the water as soon as possible and provide them with the instruction necessary to gain confidence in their diving abilities.

Course Materials
We provide educational materials, training aids, promotional pieces and recognition materials to conduct and market PADI programs. These materials are developed by credentialed instructional designers who use state-of-the-art technology and learning theories to produce quality products.

SCUBA DIVING
When you discover scuba diving, you discover exciting adventure, freedom and serenity. Nothing compares to the weightless exhilaration of breathing. Underwater Divers find it nearly addicted. First your PADI instructor will provide a brief orientation, then take you on your first underwater adventure in the confined water. Then you will learn to use scuba equipment and get accustomed to your new surroundings. Finally, under your instructor's careful supervision, you will go on an actual scuba dive and get a close-up look at the underwater world.

OPEN WATER DIVER
Once you complete this course you will be a fully qualified diver and awarded a certification. This credit card sized "Positive Identification Card" carries your photo and confirms your training completion and ability to dive to the requirements established by. PADI (The International Association of Diving Instructors).

This qualification is recognized worldwide, allowing you to rent diving equipment and other diving related services for recreational Open Water diving with another suitably qualified diver without the direct or indirect supervision of an instructor. You will be able to participate in continuing education courses such as the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course and exciting PADI Specialty courses including

Multi Level Diver
Wreck Diver
Night Diver
Drift Diver
which can eventually lead to the Master Scuba Diver rating, the highest non-professional level.

Who can do it?
Anyone who is over the age of 12, in reasonable health and fairly comfortable in the water. In other words if you can stay a float for ten minutes and swim 200 yards. Those who are 12 to 15 years of age will be awarded the Junior Open Water Diver rating but may not dive together
unless buddied by an adult.

PADI's Discover Scuba Diving is just enough to wet your appetite-becoming a PADI certified Open Water Diver is the next satisfying step. Find out more from your local PADI Dive Center or Resort, and Discover Scuba Diving today!

Scuba Review
Are you a certified diver? Has it been a while since your last dive? Then the scuba review program is for you. It will reacquaint you with diving without having to take an entire course.

ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER
Whether you're newly certified or have hundreds of dives logged, when you're looking for new underwater experiences, new skills and fun, look to the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver program your open door to diving adventure.
PADI Advanced Open Water course can be completed in as little as one weekend.

The choice is yours
Diving interests and dive sites differ - so you choose the specialty dives in your PADI Advanced Open Water program, guided by your PADI Instructor. You'll make "core" underwater navigation, night and deep dives, and then choose "elective" dives from:

Boot dive
Drift dive
Multilevel dive
Search and recovery dive
Wreck dive

RESCUE DIVER
If you have recently completed your Entry level and Advanced training logging a few dives in the process, your train has emphasized the skills that make you a safe diver. As a Rescue Diver you will have acquired the skills of self reliance caring for yourself and your equipment. You will observe other people and become aware of their behavior and attitudes and note how things may affect you later, anticipating, assessing and acting where
necessary. You will have learned the Skills of Accident Management and not just ''How to rescue a Diver!''

What Qualifications do I need?
You must be at least 15 years of age and certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI Advanced Plus Diver or 12 years old with a PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver qualification.

MEDIC FIRST AID
Having completed your Entry and Advanced level training you may wish to take your dive training to the next stage, the Rescue Diver level. This course will teach you self reliance as well as awareness of other divers so that you will be capable and prepared to manage a diving accident should it ever arise. The Rescue Diver course can not be undertaken unless you have a valid First Aid and CPR qualification. The PADI Medic First Aid course meets the requirements and is a basic training in CPR and emergency care. It is a medically based course designed to teach student at a layman's level the same procedures and priorities used by paramedics. The Medic First Aid course is recognized in over eighty countries and conforms to International First Aid standards.

What Qualifications do I need?
You must be at least 12 years of age. No prior certification is required and non divers are also welcomed.

DIVE MASTER
The role of a Divemaster is one of great diversity. It means that the person acting as the Divemaster may well be ''in charge'' of a diving activity or dive site. Some of the duties of a Divemaster mean that she/he may become a guide, supervisor, instructional assistant, medic, oceanographer, technician, counselor, public-relation expert, seaman and trained buddy.

For many, the diversity of this course, although perhaps initially daunting, makes the job of a Divemaster very interesting, exciting and rewarding.
The level of Divemaster is considered by PADI as the first stage of professional diver training. Divemaster are encouraged to pursue even higher levels of training and become a qualified PADI Open Water Instructor.

CMAS
CMAS (World Underwater Federation) is the organization of the divers. The way goes from the diver over the association and the national dipping sport federation to the world union. The CMAS is not excluding a certification agency. The CMAS was created on 15 January 1959 of 15 countries in Monaco under the patronage of Commander Jacques Yves Cousteau. Since 1994 is the seat in Rome, 94 countries belongs to the federation, and it is Mitlied into the IOC, ind the UNESCO, into the IUCN, into the GAIFS and into the World Games Organization. The Executive office consists of the three committees sport, technique and science as well as the independent commissions medicine and right .

The three columns of the CMAS
Fin-swim as olympic discipline
International price for the navy environment
World-wide formation standards for the dipping sport recognized
CMAS* and CMAS** Certification Courses
Nautilus became a federation of the World Underwater Federation (C.M.A.S.), thus allowing our instructors and divers the distinct designation of this international certification.

Start with snorkeling, holding your breath forever. Dive a distance of 12m for the one-star and 25m for the two-star certification. Learning is more fun than with CMAS. While CMAS** students do emergency ascends, rescue and first aid.

EQUIPMENT
The Principle of divers need equipment. Dive equipment allows to see and breath easily for an extended time underwater. Divers move freely under water and stay warm and comfortable with the appropriate equipment. Human physiology and diving's physics and chemistry impose limitations on people underwater, but equipment minimized these limitation.

Equipment also affect dive equipment. In the early days of diving participation was limited to those willing to endure the shortcomings of primitive equipment. This tended to exclude smaller people, women, children, elderly and people with disabilities. Today's recreational dice equipment allows nearly everyone to participate in diving at same level. Equipment has become lighter, more attractive and easier to use than ever before.

Your equipment can be left Nautilus boat overnight and will be taken care of by the crew after each dive, no carrying equipment in the sun.

DIVING TOURS
We make a two trip a day: 09:30 am we meet on board depart at 10:00 am. And we are back at around 12:00 noon. In the afternoon 02:30 pm meeting and departing at 03:00 pm and we are back in the marine around 05:00 pm

The diving organized in small groups and each group has its own guide to give you the most individual care possible. Of course always under supervision of PADI professionals.

DIVING BOAT
The boat can accommodate up to 40 divers. With it's powerful engine, no dive site is too far away for it. It's 16m long and there are two platforms for sunbathing. The upper deck platform is 40 square meters. And the lower deck is 16 square meters. There is a large and tidy 40 square meter dive preparation area in the boat. Also a shower, WC a fitting room and one large cabin with a kitchen is available. The equipment can be left onboard overnight and will be taken care of by the crew after each dive, no carrying equipment in the sun.

DIVE SPOTS

CAVE DIVE
There is a big pebble beach which faces the Greek Island. On the right and left hand side there are two caves. Both caves are not deep and can be entered from 7m to 9m. Divers can ascend in the caves which are both quite big. One of the caves is called "cold cave" because its always 14 degrees Celsius. Even when the water in the mind season is 30 degrees.

LIGHT HOUSE
There is an Ottoman Ship Wreck at 22m depth. Also a reef dive is possible in this area. There are large grouper fish. We named the largest one "Süleyman". We are quite sure you will enjoy seeing him. Groupers are Kaş' local fish. The depth of dive is usually around 18m.

INCE BOGAZ
It is at the side of the Peninsula. The other side is the biggest natural Bucak Bay of Turkey. Carettas prefer this place. Flat rocks lays in the dive site 20m

STONEHENGE
It is an antique shaped stone dive max. 20m to 26m. Nice and quite dive. It is also a caretta dive.

HIDAYET BAY
There are two diving areas One is great for training because it is quite shallow and the other is about 35m deep. There are a lot of grouper fish and stingrays.

GUVERCIN ADA
Very nice and a large area, good for both experienced and beginners. Wreck and reef dive.

ÜÇKAYA
The top of the reef starts at 7 meters and goes all the way down to 35 meters and more. The best is 25 meters max. There is rich underwater life in this area.

ÇAPABANKO
This is another very nice historical dive site. A lot of anchors are in rocks which sometimes makes it difficult to see but our guides will show you. There is also rich underwater life.

AKINTI BURNU
Akıntı Burnu as its name says is an area with current. That's why sometimes its hard to dive there. But nice wall dives can be made.

BESMI ISLAND
Besmi Island is a very beautiful site to dive. It has a bit of current but it depends on the weather. There are very big, well protected amphora's at around 40m depth.

FLYING FISH
Flying fish is a reef, which starts at 5m and goes very deep. There is an Italian war plane with 3 propellers that crashed for unknown reasons during the Second World War and fell. The engine of the plane becomes visible at a depth of 40 meters, the other parts and the tail go down to the depths of 60 meters. Around the wreck there is still some unexploded ammunition. Except for the engine, the other parts of the plane lie under the sea complete, but of course time has done a lot of damage to the fuselage.

CANYON
The Canyon is an amazing site to dive at. First, you are in a flat area which goes only 5m to 10m and then a sudden depth starts which resembles a canyon. It's an impressive site to sea. There is a French cargo shipwreck at 25m and its propellers are at 40m. There are also caves and under rock areas which make the dive even more exciting.

GURMENLI ROCKS
A very nice dive site. Rich in fish life. After 40m depth sand starts.

GURMENLI ADASI
In Gürmeli Ada there are two good diving sites both of which have very deep anchors and reefs. It's very good area for day trips.

KÖFTE ADASI
Köfte Ada also a very nice reef dive. It is in the bay area near the peninsula and is quite rich in sea life.

PANORAMA, ISIK REEF, HEYBELI
These three diving areas are very interesting but are quite far away. We usually go on to these sites on special request and enjoy the trip there with Nautilus's delicious food.

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DOLPHIN SCUBA TEAM

2007-01-15T09:19:00.000-08:00

Kalkan - Antalya - Turkey

We have been operating in Kalkan since 1993 and were the first dive centre to open in the town. Since that time our client list has increased steadily each year. Our satisfied customers usually leave as friends and many also return year after year to dive with us again. Our team of friendly and professional staff do everything they can to make your time with us enjoyable and memorable. Our dive guides and instructors are qualified to the highest internationally recognized diving standards, trained in first aid and all are English speaking with a working knowledge of at least one other language.

Whether a novice or experienced diver, we can cater for your specific requirements and all participants in our courses are fully insured. Worried about having a go? Many people believe scuba diving is only for the young and active.. Don't worry, people who think that are wrong! The exhilarating sensation of weightlessness; the excitement of seeing underwater life at close quarters; the sheer physical challenge and sense of adventure - all these things and more go to make the sport which is scuba diving. A sport which is attracting more and more people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities each year. Having learnt the correct techniques from a qualified instructor, you can enjoy the element of risk without being in any way endangered by it.

Your First Time? After watching the PADI Discover Scuba video, first time divers will receive an introductory talk on our dive boat by one of the instructors. After being shown the equipment, they will be fitted out with modern and fully serviced scuba gear, before taking their first dip. Clients will participate in their first dive in small groups in shallow water and under the close supervision of our diving instructors.

Want a Qualification? Here at Dolphin Scuba Team we can provide a full range of training courses leading to internationally recognized PADI diving qualifications. Dolphin Scuba Team is a Recognized PADI Dive Resort. All our instructors are PADI qualified and we are authorized and licensed by the Turkish Government to carry out diver training.

Non Divers: Families and friends of those who are diving but not wishing to participate themselves, are welcome to join us on the dive boat for the day. You will have an enjoyable day out relaxing on the spacious sun deck, or swimming and snorkeling in crystal clear warm waters (a small charge is made for non divers, please see our price list).

Refreshments: We serve a freshly prepared cooked lunch on the boat each day and, a selection of hot and cold drinks is also available for purchase on board.

TURKISH DIVING REGULATIONS

Introduction: In Turkey, all diving activities are required to be licensed and carried out under regulations. The purpose of these regulations are to promote water sports nationwide, making them both enjoyable, safe and internationally successful. State training is essential to provide standards that scuba divers should obey in inland waters and the seas around Turkish borders.

The Rules
The regulations related to sport scuba diving in Turkish waters were published in the state newspaper number 2054, March 3, 1990. In these regulations the following items should be noted by foreign divers visiting Turkey;

* All diving must be for sport purposes only.
* Diving for scientific purposes is an exception and special permits may be granted.
* All dives in military zones and where cultural and natural wealth exists, are forbidden.
* All diving as a sports activity requires official permission.
* Permission for diving may be obtained from the city tourism directorate.
* All visiting foreign divers (for sports diving), should be members of CMAS or of the other international recognized sport diving organizations or hold a document given by the authorities in their country.
* All foreign divers must be accompanied by a Turkish dive guide.
* The guide diver must be legally appointed by SCSPF and hold a license.
* The guide diver will take every precaution to protect a foreign diver and his belongings.
* The dive guide will take every precaution to ensure that divers protect the cultural and natural wealth of Turkey.
* Anybody who wants to dive in Turkey must be insured.
* When diving from a boat, Turkish boats should be used however, a foreigner visiting the Country can make dives from a boat owned by them providing official permission is obtained.
* Photography or video camera recording whilst diving is permitted.
* From these regulations it can be seen that all diving in Turkey must take place with authorized dive guides from registered diving centres like Dolphin Scuba Team.

The Turkish Government have recently relaxed regulations preventing diving in some areas. It appears that the whole of Kalkan bay may now be free to sport divers, including some wreck sites!

PADI Discover Scuba Diving
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving program lets you experience the thrill of diving under the supervision of one of our PADI Professionals in a pool or pool-like conditions. During your adventure, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills and might even head off to experience an open water adventure.

Minimum age: 10

What will I do?
When you participate in a Discover Scuba Diving Program, you discover excitement and adventure - freedom and serenity. Nothing compares to the 'weightless' exhilaration of breathing underwater. Only a diver knows the feeling!

How long will it take?
YOU CAN DIVE STRAIGHT AWAY!!! Whether you watch the short PADI Discover Scuba Video, or are briefed with the Discover Scuba Diving Flip Chart, you'll enter the water quickly and ready for your scuba adventure.

Where can I go from here?
As soon as you Discover Scuba Diving, you're on your way to an internationally recognized certification. That's because you will learn skills used in the PADI Open Water Diver course during you Discover Scuba Diving adventure. The skills you will practice may be credited towards the PADI Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver certifications.

PADI Scuba Diver
Thinking of getting certified for an upcoming vacation, but don't have the time to put into a regular diver course? Now there is a quick and easy program designed especially for you! This is your chance to slap on some fins, strap on a mask and experience an intense adventure in a short amount of time.

Why PADI Scuba Diver?
The PADI Scuba Diver program is a pre-entry level certification that is perfect for vacationers or people who only plan to dive a couple of times a year. As a subprogram of the PADI Open Water Diver program, the PADI Scuba Diver rating allows you to get certified quickly and easily by minimizing time constraints. With the PADI Scuba Diver certification you can dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Instructor or higher professional on your next vacation or dive trip.

What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a Scuba Diver certification. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Scuba Diver program available.

Minimum age: 10

What will I do?
Throughout the course, you'll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing pool dives, knowledge development sessions and by making two open water ( ocean or lake ) dives.

How long will it take?
PADI programs are performance based. You proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you.

Where can I go from here?
After completing the Scuba Diver Program, you'll want to continue your dive education and the PADI Open Water Diver certification to explore more dive opportunities.

PADI Open Water Diver
Now is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver course, the most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure in the diving world.

Why PADI Open Water?
As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, the most widely recognized and respected rating in the world; you have the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional. If you already tried a PADI Discover Scuba experience or are PADI Scuba Diver certified, credits from these courses may apply to the Open Water program.

What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Open Water Diver program available.

A PADI Jr. Open Water Diver between the ages of 10 and 12 years may only dive with a PADI Professional, a certified parent or certified guardian to a maximum depth of 12 meters.

What will I do?
Throughout the course, you'll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development sessions and by making four open water ( sea ) dives.

How long will it take?
PADI Programs are performance based. You process as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you. The course normally has duration of 3-5 days but will be paced according to the individual diver.

Where can I go from here?
Continue the adventure with PADI's Adventures in Diving program, or the Advanced Open Water diver course, your next stop in exploring the underwater world.

Adventures in Diving
The Adventure in diving program offers both the Adventure Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver certifications. If you complete any three adventure dives, you can earn your PADI Adventure Diver certification. If you complete your Deep Adventure Dive, Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive and three Adventure Dives for a total of five, you can earn your Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Why PADI Adventure Diver?
Have you always wanted to try underwater navigation? How about wreck diving? Here's your chance because you can sample three dives of your choice, get a taste of what you like, and feel more comfortable in the water, strengthening your underwater skills and letting you enjoy diving more than ever.

What do I need to start?
PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification ( or qualifying certification from another organization )

Minimum age: 15 years, 10 for Junior Adventure Diver.

What will I do?
Specialties available to divers 10 years and older:

Aware-Fish Identification, Underwater Naturalist, Boat Diver, Underwater Navigator, Additional Specialties available to divers 12 years and older, Multilevel Diver, Deep Diver, Night Diver, Search & Recovery, Drift Diving, Wreck Diving

Where can I go from here?
After you PADI Adventure Diver certification you can take the next step by completing two more adventure dives. If you've completed five total adventure dives that include deep and navigation, you're an PADI Advanced Open Water Diver.

PADI Adventure Dives can also count towards PADI Specialty Diver certifications. If you liked your Night Adventure Dive so much that you want to take a complete PADI Night Diver Specialty course, Your Night Adventure Dive can count as the first dive of that specialty.

Advanced Open Water
If you complete your Deep Adventure Dive, Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive and three Adventure Dives for a total of Five, you can earn your Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Why Advanced Open Water Diver?
After your five dives, you'll be more experienced, feel more comfortable in the water and simply enjoy diving more because you better understand the underwater environment.

What do I need to start?
PADI Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)

Minimum age: 15, for PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver: 12.

What will I do?
This certification includes five Adventure Dives including; the Deep Adventure dive, the Underwater Navigator Adventure Dive and three of the following:

Boat Diver, Drift Diver, Deep Diver, Multilevel Diver, Night Diver, Search & Recovery, Underwater Naturalist, Aware Fish Identification, Wreck Diver, Equipment Specialist

Where can I go from here?
PADI Advanced Open Water Divers at least 15 years of age can enroll in PADI Wreck or Deep Diver Specialty courses and continue on to the PADI Rescue Diver or Junior Rescue Diver course.

PADI Specialty Courses
How far will you take this diving thing? It's up to you. With PADI Specialty Diver Programs you can chart your course for a colourful collection of awesome dives. Sure, your PADI certification opens up the ocean and lakes to you, but the PADI Specialty dives take the underwater adventure to depths that will stir your soul. Achieving PADI Specialty ratings can take anywhere from as little as one day to a full weekend - but this is all hands - on, so you'll be diving right from the start.

PADI Emergency First Response
Emergency First Response gives you the tools you need to perform CPR and First Aid. Whether you're a diver or a non- diver, Emergency First Response prepares you to properly handle potentially life threatening situations.

What do I need to start?
No dive certification required
No minimum age limit

What will I do?
This comprehensive program is composed of two core modules that can be taught in tandem or as stand alone courses: Emergency First Response - Primary Care and Emergency First Response - Secondary Care.

Together, these courses proved extensive instruction in CPR and First Aid, as well as providing optional (yet recommended) Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Emergency Oxygen sections.

How long will it take?
Depending on the amount of home study, the Primary and Secondary courses maybe completed in as little as four hours.

Where can I go from there?
This course satisfies your PADI Rescue Diver CPR prerequisite.

PADI Rescue Diver
Why PADI Rescue Diver?
Rewarding and fun - that best describes the PADI Rescue Diver course. This course will expand your knowledge and experience level: Rescue Divers learn to look beyond themselves and consider the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it is an enjoyable way to build your confidence.

What do I need to start?
You can enroll in the Rescue Diver Course as a certified Advanced Open Water Diver. To participate in the rescue training sessions in open water, and to participate in the open water rescue scenarios, you must be certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver

Minimum age: 15 years old, 12 for PADI Junior Rescue Diver

Successful completion of a sanctioned CPR program within the last 24 months. The Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) courses meet these requirements.

What will I do?
Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies. During the five open water sessions, you'll cover:

Self-rescue and diver stress, AED and emergency oxygen delivery systems, dive first aid, swimming and non-swimming rescue techniques, emergency management and equipment, panicked diver response, underwater problems, missing diver procedures, surfacing the unconscious diver, in-water rescue breathing protocols, egress (exits), first aid procedures for pressure related accidents, dive accident scenarios

How long will it take?
Minimum Open Water Training: five sessions over two days

Where can I go from here?
The PADI Rescue Diver certification is a prerequisite for all Professional level PADI courses, beginning with the PADI Divemaster certification.

PADI Divemaster
Take the first step in your dive career and become a PADI Divemaster. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, you'll expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills as you become a dive professional. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.

What can PADI Divemasters do?
Work at local dive centres, on live-aboard dive boats, yachts and at exotic resort locations, assist PADI Instructors with students, lead PADI Scuba Divers on guided dive tours, teach and certify PADI Skin Divers, teach PADI Discover Snorkeling programs, conduct PADI Scuba Review programs for certified divers, lead certified divers on Discover Local Diving experiences, teach Emergency First Response programs after successful completion of an Emergency First Response Instructor course.

What do I need to start?
PADI Rescue Diver certification, Medical clearance signed by a physician, 20 logged dives, 18 years old

What will I do?
Learn dive leadership through classroom and independent study sessions, Complete water skills and stamina exercises in confined and open water,
Training exercises to test organizational and problem solving abilities, An internship or series of practical training exercises

How long will it take?
Two weeks - three months

What course materials are required?
The following materials are required unless they are unavailable in a language understood by the student diver.

PADI Divemaster Manual*
Recreational Dive Planner (RDP) - all three versions (Table, Wheel and eRDP including associated Instructions for Use booklets)
The Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving
Diving Knowledge Workbook
Divemaster Slates
Instructor Guides for the programs that may be conducted by PADI Divemasters. You may purchase these guides from your PADI Dive Centre/Resort or you may download PDF versions by clicking on the links below.

Discover Scuba Diving
Discover Snorkeling/Skin Diver Course
Scuba Review/Discover Local Diving
* The PADI Divemaster video must also be viewed.

The PADI Assistant Instructor course is the first portion of the PADI Instructor Development Course ( IDC ). You'll not only gain additional experience as a PADI Professional but you'll also start learning the PADI System of diver education.

What can PADI Assistant Instructors do?
Teach academic presentations under the indirect supervision of a PADI Instructor
Evaluate Open Water Diver surface skills under the indirect supervision of a PADI Instructor
Teach the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course
Teach Project AWARE Specialty courses
Conduct PADI Discover Scuba experiences
Teach Emergency First Response after successful completion of an Emergency First Response Instructor course
What will I need to start?
PADI Divemaster rating
At least 18 years old
Have 60 logged dives, including night, deep, and navigation dives
Have been a certified diver for at least 6 months
What will I do?
Knowledge development through self-study, quizzes, lectures and presentations
Confined water skill review and assessment, workshops and presentations
Open water workshops, rescue assessment and candidate presentations
How long will it take?
The course can vary from as little as three days to more than two weeks

What materials are needed?
PADI Instructor Manual
Instructor Candidate Workbook
Open Water Lesson Planning Slate
Confined Water Lesson Preparation Slate
Open Water Aquatic Cue Cards
Confined Water Aquatic Cue Cards
The Law and the Diving Professional
The Business of Diving
The Best of the Undersea Journal
Log Book
Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Instructor Specialty Instructor Outline
Project AWARE Specialty Program Instructor Outline
Aware Coral Reef Conservation Specialty Instructor Outline
Open Water Diver Manual
Recreational Dive Planner, The Wheel and table, and Instructions for Use Booklets
Open Water Diver Quizzes and Exam booklet
Adventures in Diving Manual
Rescue Diver Manual
Rescue Diver Final Exams Booklet
Divemaster Manual
Divemaster Final Exams Booklet

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C&C SCUBA DIVING

2007-01-15T06:52:00.000-08:00

Kalkan - Antalya - Turkey

Discover with us the various dive sites around Kalkan! We offer you daily dive tours, PADI and CMAS Courses, Discover Scuba various dive sites with a lot of fish and amphoras wreck diving, night dives, all specialties special dive boat with warm and friendly atmosphere professional and enthusiastic staff we welcome non divers and children lunch, Turkish tea and the use of snorkeling equipment included

DIVE SITES

We offer daily dive tours, which start at 10 am and generally we are back in the harbour around 5 pm. Of course we can organize a transfer to the harbour for you, if your hotel is not close to the harbour! In the main season a day on the boat could be like that:

Corinna, Cahit, Murat and Rıfat are the responsible for the diving activities. They welcome the students and try divers on the boat at 9:00 am, where they get a general introduction, watch videos and prepare equipment. Experienced divers and non divers should be on the boat at 9:45 am - who is coming early can join us for a tea!

We leave the harbour at 10:00 am, heading for the first dive site for the experienced divers. Usually this places give also a nice opportunity for swimming and snorkeling for those who are not diving. After the first dive we go to a sheltered place for the lunch break. By that time Hakkı has prepared his excellent freshly cooked food. The experienced divers and non divers can use this time for sun tanning, swimming, sleeping, reading, talking and tea drinking .. everything that relaxes. Try divers go to water here in safe conditions and students will make their training dives in confined water.

Next station is the second dive site for the experienced divers. After this dive we go back to the harbour, sometimes in the hot season with a short break at the cold water bay to get some nice refreshment! Back in the harbour we have a cool deco beer with our guests, for the coming season we will prepare a nice sitting area in the harbour - where we also wait for you in the evenings to join us for a drink.

Diving for the experienced divers
We choose the dive sites according to weather conditions and experience level and expectations of our guests. One good thing with our dive sites is, that at nearly every spot we can offer easy shallow and also more demanding deeper dives. We dive in small groups 2 - 4 divers.

DIVE SPOTS

Camel Stone Reef
The Turkish name for that reef is "deve taşı", because it looks under water like a sitting camel. There is no reference, that this place is a historical important place, but we feel, that this place was a former village - the stone formations remind us a lot of roads and houses. Here we see all different kind of small fishes, sometimes also big fish like grouper, barracuda and Jack fish. We like that place, because it offers sometimes really unexpected nice diving experiences, also there is still a big area, which we didn't dive that much and which needs some exploration!

Firnaz Bay
Firnaz Bay is the ideal place for the lunch break. The sandy beach in the bay gives the water a caribean blue colour and invites the discover scuba divers to their first try. Nowhere its deeper than 5-6 meters, however there is a lot to see. The rock garden and huge sandy areas with a lot of different inhabitants and in the same time this environment forgives unexpected ground contact of the diver. Here grow the most different fish species and the youngsters are mostly really curious what we are doing under water and come verily close.

Frenk Bay
Frenk Bay is a very close and often nicely quiet beautiful bay. Also this place was a natural harbour in the lykien time. The fields of amphoras are remains from sunken boats at that time. When we go there at lunch time, it offers a lot to discover for the beginners, amphoras on shallow bottom, a lot of colour and it is possible to find nearly everything there in fish. With the experienced divers we go to the amphora field at the bottom of a 20 meter wall. In the season 05 we saw some remarkable gropers here! In the hot time, especially the swimmers love that place, as the fresh water spring offer a nice cooling system.

Middle Reef
The middle reef is one more diving spot with a lot of facettes. On the shallow top of the reef in 10-15 meters are a lot of potential motives for photographers, especially in summer, when huge swarms of sardelles invite the tunafish teenagers for hunting. We are also impressed by the colourly **bewachsenen*** bizarre rock formations. In the deeper areas we find usually a lot of bigger fish, now and then we meet a turtle and last but not least there are two more huge anchors, one of it in standing position and especially nicely ****bewachsen***. The middle reef is quite close to the harbour and we are happy about the different opportunities that place is offering us, because we can go there in nearly every weather condition.

Snake Island Wall
A extraordinary diving spot, where we can only go in nice weather conditions. The wall goes down to 60 meters and impresses by its ***bewuchs***. If you carry a lamp you could get drunk by colours... Moreover here is big fish nearly guaranteed, we saw here swarms of groupers, huge animally and at least 60 of them.

Three Anchors/Medallion Reef
The original name of this reef is medallion reef. Three years ago Cahit discovered this diving place. In the beginning we always dived to one huge anchor with a impressive chain, which is lying across two rocks like a medallion. One year later we find two more anchors in the same area, now we visits all the anchors with the experienced divers in one dive - and that's why we call that place now three anchors! This place, with its volcanic bottom shape, gives you sometimes the idea to be on the Mars! In the season 05 a trigger fish family had its nest there and especially in autumn time there are regular big schools of bream. The shallow part of the reef starts in 18 meters.

Wreck shallow part
The name of the ship is "Duchess of York" and it was built 1893 for lead transport. It sunk here approximately 70 years ago, when they hit the reef, which caused the explosion of the steam boiler. The ship broke in several pieces and during our dives we make easy and shallow dives to the shallow part of the wreck at 15 - 25 meters. This reef has a really nice top, where we also find scattered pieces of steel, offering nice homes for octopus, moray and more. In early summer this place is the kindergarten of the barracudas and a preferred relaxation place for turtles. Also you find here very nice plants. But look yourself in the gallery ..
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Wreck, deep part
Although we are really diving quite often at this place, it is every time again amazing. When we go down, passing the middle part of the wreck, slowly slowly the shape of the wreck is coming out of the deep blue. It takes a few dives to get a nice understanding of this place. Also you never know, which fish is waiting for you down there .. there is the regular swarm of breams, big groupers and depending on the season huge Jacks. If you ask our guests, which is there favorite dive site - they will probably answer "the wreck deep!".
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DIVE BOAT
This is our bawarian Honig. She is born in 1996 and until we bought her she was working as a blue tour boat. She is 15 meters long and 5.20 large. The motor is a 135 hp Ford machine, allowing a speed of 9 knots, although when the wind is suitable we are using the sail and move in complete silence. Also we have a "Baby Honig", which is equipped with a 2 hp motor. The water tanks take 1200 liter fresh water, the fuel capacity is 500 liters. On our boat we can take 20 guests. Of course we are fully equipped with fire extinguishers and life jackets - the Turkish authorities check all security things really closely!! We have a 20 liter tank pure oxygen and a huge first aid suitcase.

Divers who don't bring their own equipment can choose from our new Mares and Aqualung BCs and regulators. Suits, masks and fins we have in different sizes and style - also of course for non divers who want to do some snorkeling. We provide weights and 10/12 liter steel tanks.
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We changed the boats design a little by adding a stainless steel/Teak wood divers platform, moving the toilet to the deck and making a big saloon and kitchen under deck. We still have two cabins, one for Yasin who is living on the boat in the season and one for ourselves and as storage room. Our sundeck is currently offering comfortable sunbeds for nine people, but we plan to add some more 4 places. In the high season, when the sun is really burning, we provide a sunsail for a relaxed nap after lunch! Our kitchen offers a fully equipped fridge - all drinks at reasonable prices.

We were quite excited, how our Honig will manage in the dive business, but after the first season we are happy to say, that she worked nicely in every weather condition and never let us down.

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CRYSTAL DIVERS

2006-12-30T05:52:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

PADI & CMAS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMMES

FIRST LEVEL COURSES (PADI SCUBA DIVER)
Get your certificate in only 2 days! At the end of the program, you are free to explore the big blue with your instructor. Hurry, your international certificate is waiting for you.

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER or CMAS 1*
In a friendly and professional atmosphere, we introduce you to the underwater world. In about 4 days, you can be a certified diver. Normally the course takes four days but for success criteria is based on performance not time; it may take a little longer. After the completion of the course an internationally recognized certificate, logbook and unforgettable memories are waiting for you.

PADI ADVENTURE DIVER COURSE
Takes one day and 3 dives. You will have 3 specialty dives that you will select from deep dive, underwater photography, boat dive, underwater specialist, night dive, S & R dive, cavern dive, drift dive, underwater navigation dive. Get your internationally recognized certificate in one day.

ADVANCED COURSES (PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER or CMAS 2*)
If you have PADI OPEN WATER or equivalent certification you can now take advanced courses in which you can improve your diving skills. It includes 2 core dives (deep dive and underwater navigation dive) and 3 selective dives (multi-level dive, search and recovery dive, boat dive, underwater naturalist dive, cavern dive, drift dive, peak performance buoyancy). Depending on your progress and work, you may take your international certificate in 2 days.

EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE
You never know when you might need it. Necessary for everyone. To become a PADI RESCUE DIVER, this certificate is required. It takes 5-6 hours of academic training with video and Annie baby. lt does not consist of diving.

PADI RESCUE DIVER COURSE
After having PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER and MEDIC FIRST AID COURSE you can join this program. It takes minimum 2 days. You will be equipped with all the skills on rescue in water. This is a new experience for you.

PADI DIVE MASTER, CMAS 3* COURSE
The way of becoming a professional member in PADI family. At the end of this course you will evaluate your career choices again as you can now launch a new one as a 'diving instructor'. Broadening your horizon, and creating yourself an alternative career option is in your hands.

ALL COURSES INCLUDE INSURANCE, FULL DIVING EQUIPMENT, AND PRINTED MATERIAL IN YOUR LANGUAGE.

DIVE POINTS
We have more than 15 dive points around Bodrum with typical Aegean and Mediterranean flora and fauna. Shallow water diving points offer dives without currents but full of fish for first timers, while some deeper points have small currents for experienced divers. There are two reefs with depths ranging from 7 to 40 meters. They are full of fish with good chances for photography. There are two caverns one at 12 meters, a bubble cavern. Other one is at 6 meters with air in it, walls reflecting different shades of deep blue. Drop-offs allows you to discover something different.

At times visibility reaches up to 40 meters meaning that you are now diving in crystal clear waters, literally! Rock formations in the dive points offer shelter for groupers, octopuses, learfish, barracudas and other different creatures. You also may see amphoras and antique anchors which are more than 2000 years old.

Big reef
20 minutes by boat. Depth to the south is 32 meters and to the north 36. Groupers, barracudas, learfish and octopuses are the head actors of the reef. You may even come across a caretta turtle if you are lucky.

Small reef
200 meters from the high reef towards Bodrum, sharing the same habitat with the high reef. Both reefs are waiting for you to show how endless blue looks like.

Poyraz Cavern
Not a cave but a cavern... Entrance is at 6 meters and there is air in it. We call this the Seal Cavern as we have seen seal in the area on occasion.

Bubble Cave
Bubble Cave in Karaada have its' entrance at 12 meters and its' ceiling is at 6. The air bubbles you produce escapes from the holes in the ceiling producing amazing scenery. You'll love this one...

Kargı Island
500 meters from the tip of Akyarlar, one of the closest points to the Greek Islands. Diving point at the Gökova side of the island starts at 20 meters and with a gentle slope goes down to 36. One must pay attention to the surface and deep currents towards Cos.

Köçek Island
Dive points at this rocky island, about a nautical mile from Bodrum, has depth of 10 meters at the side towards land, and 20 - 22 meters at side towards Greek Islands. At the Gökova side of the island depth reaches up to 34 - 36 meters. There are abundance of amphorae remains, and a lot of fish, mostly blackeyed bream.

Kaçakçı Bay
This bay at the Aegean side of Karaada is adviced as a training site for experienced divers.

Yassıkaya Island
This is a rocky island suitable for diving. It is located 500 meters from Karaada to the direction of Gökova. In the area there are a lot of sea creatures including octopussy.

Orak Island
Located in the Gökova Bay, it takes about 1,5 hours to reach this island with boat. It is the furthermost dive point in Bodrum area. Even though there are not a lot of fish to see, the sea bottom is topographically interesting. At both sides of the island depth reaches up to 70 meters.

Other
Aksona, Fener, Poyraz Port, Karaada Gökova side, Kurtoğlu are also among dive points around Bodrum suitable for wall, deep, shallow, training dives. It is possible to see many different types of sea creatures here.

DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING
Are you ready to open the doors to the underwater world you have seen on TV and wondered about? This is your chance to experience weightlessness and soundlessness; the feeling closest to being in the space, answering the question 'is diving a sport that I may like?', and the most important spending a day that is very different from your everyday.

In this excursion, - that have no prerequisites; not even swimming - you will have a dive of about 30 minutes after the 1 hour briefing. If you decide that diving is a sport for you and take a course with Crystal Divers, this will be considered as your first day. Your dive will be one-on-one with your instructor.
If you wish we can help you to take a piece of this experience to home by taking a photo of you under the water. Also a memorial certificate will be waiting for you at the end of your dive.

PRICE INCLUDES TRANSFER FROM/TO YOUR ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE (D.A.N.), MEAL ON BOARD, FULL DIVING EQUIPMENT, YOUR DIVING INSTRUCTOR, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY OUR FRIENDLY AND ATTENTIVE CREW.

DAILY DIVING TOURS
This is an invitation to share the pleasure of diving in Bodrum with a professional team in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you are a certified diver or not, Crystal Divers will be happy to extend its' services to you any time of the year.

IN GENERAL
We go diving daily. We depart from our base where our boat stays at around 10:00 am. We visit two dive points every day if the weather permits. And at the end of the day we go back to our base. We host all our guests in our boat. This is a day that you will enjoy...

THE ONES WITHOUT A DIVING CERTIFICATE
If you are not certified as diver and want to give it a try, here is your chance. You can dive with one of our instructors one-on-one about 30 minutes. Of course prior to your dive you must be present at the 1 hour briefing of your instructor. Maximum depth is 12 meters. For more information click here.

DETAILS
IF YOU SAY 'I ENJOY DIVING': If you enjoyed diving and decided to join our family as a certified diver, then you can decide which of the PADI or CMAS training systems you prefer and start your course with Crystal Divers. Minimum age for entry level courses is 10.

EQUIPMENT: Don't worry if you don't have diving equipment. Here in Crystal Divers we have all necessary equipment for all ages and sizes. And all of them are new and well maintained.

CERTIFIED DIVERS: If you are certified by a recognized diving system (such as PADI, CMAS, BSAC, SSI) and you can prove this, you can join us in our daily tours to enjoy your two dives.

NIGHT DIVES: Have you ever had a night dive into the sleeping sea? This is the chance for certified divers to enjoy and be mystified by the magic of the sleeping waters.

SPECIAL DIVES: If there is an area of diving you are specially interested (such as deep water diving, night dive, boat dive, search and rescue) we can provide you with expert training and give your internationally recognized certificate.

THE ONES WHO DON'T WANT TO DIVE: If you are on our boat, for example with someone who is diving, and don't want to dive you can still use the fins, snorkels, and masks on board and explore the underwater world from above.

THE ONES WHO WANT A DISCOUNT: If you are planning to dive more than two days, you can purchase one of our specially priced package deals and get discounts. More information is here.

LIVE ABOARD: You can hire one of our yachts to enjoy sailing and diving with your friends and family with our live aboard offer. This will be a great holiday in which you enjoy sailing and explore the magical bays of Aegean and Mediterranean.

DAILY DIVING TOUR PRICES INCLUDE COMPLEMENTARY SHUTTLE FROM/TO YOUR ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE (D.A.N.), HOT MEAL ON BOARD, FULL DIVING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTOR, AND OUR FRIENDLY AND ATTENTIVE CREW.

PACKAGE DEALS
Our 3 and 7 day package deals will let you use our services at a discount. As always all equipment is included. If you are planning to have more than two days of diving, then you should consider our package deals.

In package deals
You will pay less, Make your own schedule, You will join the tour at any day of your choice, You may choose your dive point by joining the tour on which we are going to visit those point/s.

PLEASE REMIND US OF THE ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT IF YOU WILL JOIN US WITH YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT (EXCLUDING AIR TANKS AND WEIGHT BELTS).

LIVE ABOARD WITH SCUBA DIVING
With a coastal line stretching more than 8000 kilometers, Turkey offers many possibilities to divers. Thanks to an attractive underwater world and underwater archaeological sites, the Aegean and Mediterranean coast of Turkey is like a diving paradise. It is possible to dive at many spots in the company of Turkish licenced diving guides. Crystal organizes 7 or 15 day dive charters.

Weekly program
1st day: Bodrum - Big Reef - Black Island
2nd day: Kargı Island - Köçek Island
3rd day: Orak Island (2 dives - above photo)
4th day: Seven Islands(2 Dives)
5th day: Mersincik (2 dives)
6th day: Yassıkaya - Ince Burun
7th day: Small Reef - Gerencik Adası

Live aboard package includes
Diving permissions, Guides, Air compressor, Full diving equipment
The quality of the operation, diving equipment and education meets the highest standards. CMAS and PADI courses are available at all levels on board. Minimum age for first level courses is 10.

We have more than 10 boats available both for diving and sailing. These are wooden boats with 6-8 cabins. All boats have cabins with private WC/shower, separate quarters for the crew, are equipped with sun mattresses, sun awnings, dinghy, surf boards, fishing tackle, games and stereo besides diving equipment.

Conditions
Diving permissions, guides, compressor, tanks, weight belts are included.
Extra equipment can be rented on boat.
All equipment is new and in top condition.
Meals are not included.
Drinks are extra, available at the boat's bar.

Wise to have
Light weight easy luggage bags
Light, simple clothes (one warm windproof jacket or jumper for the evening) Sandals for on board, sports shoes for on shore.
Swimming suits.
Hat to protect you from the sun.
Sleeping bag (only if you want to sleep on the deck).
Basic first aid kit and mosquito repellant.
The electricity on board is 12v, so you will need an adaptor.
Your own private towels.

CRYSTAL BOAT
'Crystal' is a 15 meter wooden boat with a capacity of 38 passengers, and a special diving platform at the stern. Built in 1994, Crystal is taken to land at the end of each season for maintenance and preparation for the upcoming season. Our 4,70 meter service boat equipped with a 110 HP outboard engine accompanies us at all times.

Equipment on board includes an oxygen set for two, life vests for all passengers, first aid kit, a VHF radio to contact other boats and the Coast Guard. There are three 'first aid instructors' on duty on Crystal at all times for fast action in case of emergency. In Crystal, there is a kitchen, a roomy toilet which we also use for changing clothes, an upper and a front deck for sunbathing, and a large open/closed saloon for briefings, having meals, and resting.

EQUIPMENT
Crystal Divers knows the first and most important safety precaution is using the best equipment for diving, thus in our dive center we always use new and highest quality equipment. All our equipment are maintained to the highest international standards, on time.

In our center there is
1 compressors (600 lt./min, and one 100 lt./min)
70 x 12 liter aluminum - steel tanks
10 x 15 liter steel tanks
40 BCD's (Buoyancy Control Device)
30 regulators
for night dives 15 underwater lights
4 computerized depth watches in which we keep records of our dives
50 wet suits in different size and thicknesses
mask-fin-snorkels for all passengers
weight belts and lead weights

OTHER
We pick you up with our air conditioned vehicles at your hotel or house every morning of a diving day, and take you back at the end of the day. You will find attentive, clean, and safe service at all times. A safety diver accompanies almost all groups under the water. Although we never had to use it until today, it is relieving to know that there is a recompression chamber in Bodrum administered and maintained by a professional team. In all levels of our courses you will receive printed material in your language, thus you will learn faster and easier.

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ORUN DIVING CENTER

2006-12-30T05:41:00.000-08:00

Antalya - Turkey

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE
Full Certification as a Scuba Diver
* 5 Knowledge Development sessions
* 5 SKills Development sessions in a pool or poll- like conditions
* 4 Scuba dives in open water
* Earns the PADI Open Water Diver certification, enabling you to buy / rent scuba equipment and dive without direct instructor supervision.

ADVANCED OPEN WATER PROGRAM
Underwater Adventures as You Learn New Skills
* 5 Specialty Dives ( Advanced Open Water Diver )-or-9 Secialty Dives ( Advanced Plus ).
* Emphasis on learninig during actual open water dives.
* Each dive credited toward corresponding Specialty Diver program.
* Develops skills in and introduces you to night, diving, deep diving, underwater navigation and three to six other specialties you and your instructor choose.

MEDIC FIRST AID
Emergency Medical Skills for the Layperson
* Teaches CPR and first aid in integrated system as used by EMT's but at a layperson's level .
* Nondiving spefic - nondivers may take Medic First Aid, too.
* Meets CPR and first aid requirements for PADI Rescue Diver and other programs.

RESCUE DIVER PROGRAM
Preventing/ Managing Diving Emergencies Skills
* 12 Open Water Trainning Exercises
* Emphasizes flexibility and adapting the diver to personal and environmental conditions
* A demanding and serious, but fun and rewarding program

SPECIALTY DIVER PROGRAM
Exel in the Activities that Interest You Most
* Two to four Specialty Dives (varies)
* Emphasis on learning during actual open water dives
* First dive of each specialty credited as corresponding Advanced Open Water or Advanced Plus program dives
* Qualifies you to independently plan and make dives in the specialty area.

MASTER SCUBA DIVER
PADI's Highest Recreational Credential
* Rescue Diver With Five Specialty Diver certifications
* The highest nonprofessional diver rating that can be achieved.

DIVEMASTER
The First Professional Level in Diving
* A comprehensive program in three main phases : Watermanhip, Knowledge Development and Practical Application
* Develops knowledge and watermanship skills to instructor level
* Qualifies you to assist PADI Instructors with students in training , and to conduct the Skin Diver, Discover Local Diving and Scuba Review programs.

DISCOVER SNORKELING
The Easlest Way to See the Underwater World
* Short, convenient practice session
* Minimal equipment
* Lets you you relax on the surface in shallow water and watch the natural beauty below.

DISCOVER SCUBA
* An easy introduction to scuba in the familiarity of a swimming pool.
* Quick - you can complete the experience in less than two hours.

DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING
An Introduction to Scuba Diving
* Short Knowledge / Water Skills sessions
* Shallow scuba dive in open water
* Lets you experience scuba diving without committing to an entire course.

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SEAWORLD CLUB DIVING CENTER

2006-11-25T06:13:00.000-08:00

Bodrum - Muğla - Turkey

SEAWORLD CLUB
Seaworld Club, is a diving center located in Bodrum, the most popular diving spot in Turkey, offering daily scuba tours and certification courses of worldwide known federations like PADI and CMAS.

Our dive center has been a "5 Star GOLD PALM RESORT " of the internationally recognized federation PADI. We are also the Turkey Dealer of Sea life Reef Master Digital Underwater Cameras.

There is also a Decompression Chamber located in Bodrum, 2 km from our dive center.

The deep blue water of Bodrum, sun, fun, adventure, new friendships and a dive with a professional team.... Seaworld Club

DIVING BOAT
Our dive boat is really the best in Bodrum, with its cool chrome navy blue look!

14 meters custom wooden boat, Covered with epoxy marine navy color, Teak ground, TV, DVD, CD Player, VHF, Radio, GPS and GSM on board, Wide area to get prepared for diving, Water level dive platform, All dive equipment ready on board, Upper and lower sundeck with a perfect view, Lower shaded sitting areas and upper deck shaded section, WC, Shower with fresh and hot water, Oxygen tank, safety equipment, first aid kit, Insured

DIVE SITES

1. WOLF’S POINT
An ideal point for both advanced divers, open water divers and beginners. Takes about 15 minutes by boat. The rock formations start from 3 meters and then goes down to 20-30 meters. During the descent/ascent expect to see stone fish, groupers, star fish, sea cucumber and lots of broken amphora. There is also an old Phoenician ships anchor at the 15 meter level. You will also see rock outcrop, stone sea bed, sea grass and an occasional sandy sea bed.

2. OCTOPUS BAY / FOX POINT
An ideal site for open water divers and beginners. Takes about 12 minutes by boat. The rock formations start from 3 meters and then goes down to 20 meters. You will also see rock outcrop, stone sea bed, sea grass and an occasional sandy sea bed. Moray eels, octopuses, groupers can be seen in almost every dive.

3. BIG REEF
A symbolic point for diving in Bodrum! For advanced and open water divers ... Takes about 15 minutes by boat. The top of the Big Reef starts at 4 meters and goes down to 28-32 meters. The Bodrum and Gümbet side goes down with terraces, but the Black Island side is a wall dive. Look out for sting ray, groupers, sponges, stone fish and several other small species of fish (glance up to the surface from time to time in order to spot any passing barracuda).

4. SMALL REEF
The Small Reefs lays 200 meters from the Big Reef towards Bodrum. It starts at 5 meters and goes down to 28-30. Circumnavigate reef vertical walls keeping a look out for dusky groupers, white groupers, goldlines, sea bass, wrasse, stone fish, octopus, moray eels and barracuda ... and a sea turtle if you are lucky! This is an excellent scenic dive and with care one can go around the reef twice.

5. THE LIGHTHOUSE
It is just on the corner of the Black Island. Takes about 20 minutes by boat. An ideal point for both advanced divers, open water divers and beginners. The rock formations start from 5 meters and then goes down to 20 meters. During the dive, pass over sea grass, sand, rock outcrops and white coral (this is the only dive site on Black Island where white coral still exists). Look out for octopus, stone fish, moray eels, groupers of all sizes and other species of fish.

6. PAÇOZ BAY
A bay located between Smugglers and the Lighthouse. Takes about 25 minutes by boat. An ideal point for both advanced divers, open water divers and beginners. At a depth of about 6-7 meters you will come across a spectacular deep wall covered with several species of sea plants. Traverse the wall and visit three caves (qualifications permitting). Watch out for lobsters, sponges, barracuda, octopus, sting rays and groupers resting on the sponges. The sea bed is mainly sand and stone. The Sultan Wreck is also located here!

7. SMUGGLERS BAY
Takes about 30 minutes by boat. An ideal point for both advanced divers, open water divers and beginners. It is possible to dive into two directions of the bay. Look out for moray eels in the numerous cracks in the rocks. The rock formations go down to approximately 26 meters deep. Groupers will be encountered along with several other small species of fish. Also different species of sponges can be seen.

8. BUBBLE CAVE
It is on the back of the Black Island at a depth of 14 meters. Takes about 40 minutes by boat and is for advanced and open water divers. Bubble Cave has purple and orange formations inside which makes a truly wonderful site. During the dive you will see large groupers, wrasse, moray eels, octopus and other species of small fish. The mouth of the cave has a wide entrance. Advanced Divers may enter the cave and exit via the chimney The cave is full with wreckfish and lobsters. From the hole with a diameter of 1 meter at the ceiling of the cave, you go up to 6 meters. The interesting thing is that, there are lots of air bubbles at the end. For those with cameras be prepared for a spectacular sight of rising bubbles as you egress the chimney.

9. POYRAZ BAY
It is on the back of the Black Island and takes about 45 minutes by boat. This bay is always windy and is relaxing on hot summer days. An ideal point for both advanced divers, open water divers and beginners. The rock formations start from 5 meters and then goes down to 20 meters. Look out for groupers, octopus, moray eels, star fish, sponges and several other species of small fish – also amphoras.

10. FLAT ISLAND
Flat Island is an unusual rock formation caused by volcanic eruptions. It takes about 50 minutes by boat and is for advanced divers only, since there is too much current. The Flat island is about 300-400 meters far from the Aksona Point. The Black Island side and the northern part of the island is not good for diving, since it is very shallow and full of algaes. In almost every dive you might see, lobsters, moray eels, octopuses, groupers, dentex, wrasse and barracuda. Additionally a 3 meter long ray, is swimming together with the divers!

11. AKSONA POINT
It took its name from a famous sponge hunter “Aksona Mehmet” of Bodrum. It takes about 50 minutes by boat and is for advanced and open water divers only. It starts at 3 meters and then goes down to 20’s, then a rock wall until 30-35 meters. There are lots of archeological foundings. Continue the dive passing over sea grass and rock formations where hopefully you should find an old Phoenician ships anchor at 13.5 meter level (about 16 minutes into dive). This anchor has been placed on top of a flat rock for easy sighting. On reaching the wall keep a look out for one almost complete piece of amphora lying on the sandy sea bed (about 30 meters depth). You might see, octopuses, groupers, white groupers, barracudas, murrey eels and if you are lucky thornback rays!

12. SOUTH POINT
Located on the south of the Black Island. It takes about 50 minutes by boat and is for advanced and open water divers only. The dive consists of rocky slopes with rock outcrops, sea grass, giant clams in sea grass. There are octopus at the 16 meter level on the descent/ascent. Small shoals of small fish will be seen during the dive. There are some small caves to be seen during the dive and a half cave to be seen at the 26 meter level which contains amphoras on a shelf. A large grouper patrols this half cave.

13. KARGI ISLAND
Takes about 1.5 hours by boat and is on the northwest direction, 1 km far from Akyarlar and 3,5 nautical miles from Kos-Greece... for advanced divers only! There is a lighthouse on the island. Between 5-25 meters you can see lots of broken amphora pieces from the IV. Century. The rock formations start from 20 meters and then goes down to 36 meters. It is possible to see 20 murrey eels at one dive! You may also see lots of groupers and barracudas. The only disadvantage is the strong current towards Kos.

14. ORAK ISLAND
An interesting wall dive for both advanced and open water divers. It starts at 6m and goes down to 90m. All experienced and beginner divers should see that wall. 1.5 hours far by boat. Little bit far but gives a lot of pleasure!

DAILY DIVES

DAILY DIVING TOURS (for Divers) 2 dives, all equipment, lunch on board, insurance.
DISCOVER DIVING (for Everyone / from Boat) Theory, 1 dive, all equipment, lunch on board, insurance. Awarded with a certificate.
DISCOVER DIVING (for Everyone / from Pier) Theory, 1 dive, all equipment, insurance. Awarded with a certificate.
SNORKELING (for Everyone) Mask, snorkel, fins, lunch on board, insurance.
NIGHT DIVE (for Divers) 1 Dive, all equipment, torch, insurance.

DIVING PACKAGES

3 DAYS (for Divers) 6 dives, all equipment, lunches on board, insurance.
4 DAYS (for Divers) 8 dives, all equipment, lunches on board, insurance.
5 DAYS (for Divers) 10 dives, all equipment, lunches on board, insurance.
6 DAYS (for Divers) 12 dives, all equipment, lunches on board, insurance.

FOR CHILDREN

BUBBLE MAKER (ages 08 +) 1 Pool Dive, theory, all equipment, certificate, insurance.
DISCOVER SCUBA (ages 10+ / from Pier) 1 Dive, theory, all equipment, certificate, insurance.
DISCOVER SCUBA (ages 10+ / from Boat) 1 Dive, theory, all equipment, certificate, insurance.

PADI JUNIOR OPEN WATER COURSE (age10-14)
4 Dives, theory, all equipment, lunches on board, PADI worldwide recognized license, insurance.

COURSES

PADI SCUBA DIVER 2 Dives, theory, all equipment, lunches on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
PADI OPEN WATER DIVER / CMAS * 4 Dives, theory, all equipment, lunches on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER/ CMAS ** 5 Dives, theory, all equipment, certificate, lunches on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
PADI EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE Video, theory, hands-on practice, lunch on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
PADI RESCUE DIVER Dives, theory, all equipment, lunches on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
PADI DIVE MASTER / CMAS *** 1 week course, bottles, weights, lunches on board, worldwide recognized license, insurance.
REFRESHMENT COURSE 2 Dives, refreshment theory for any level, practice exercises, lunch, all equipment, insurance.

SPECIALITY DIVES

PADI NIGHT DIVER Experience the thrill of diving at night. Explore the sea life as it exists in its' nocturnal state. You will come across objects in their natural color and witness first and just how alive the sea becomes after the sun goes down.

PADI UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER Show others what you experience firsthand with the PADI Photo Specialty course. This class will show you the fundamentals of photography and how it applies to the underwater environment. Our staff of experts will guide you through the basics and help you capture the best images possible.

PADI UNDERWATER NAVIGATOR Tired of long surface swims back to the boat? The PADI Navigator specialty course will teach you proper navigation techniques to allow you to enjoy your dives more by knowing where you are at all times.

PADI SEARCH AND RECOVERY DIVER Have you ever dropped something in the water? Are you looking for lost treasure? The PADI Search and Recovery Diver Specialty course will teach you effective ways to find objects underwater and bring them to the surface.

PADI DEEP DIVER The Deep Diver Specialty course offers you the opportunity of a lifetime - going deep to see thing others can only dream about. 150

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LYKIAWORLD DIVING

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Ölüdeniz - Muğla - Turkey

The dive base is member of the Association of German Sports Divers VDST and therefore also represented in the World Underwater Federation CMAS. We have a dive base for certified divers and a diving school for beginners and advanced divers. Furthermore our guests can continue with advanced VDST and PADI certificates. The base has more than 60 complete equipments from leading manufacturers plus 2 Bauer compressors K 15 (900 lt. / min.).

There is the possibility to dive from the coast (3 different spots) or from a diving boat (30 persons). On the boat also non diving guests are welcome. We are one of three dive bases in entire Turkey which has its own decompression chamber for the security of its divers. It is a 4 person chamber with a sluice and oxygen supply. A medical check up is mandatory for all divers. When not done at home, it can be performed by the resort' s doctor, it is free of charge.

Dive spots
Our dive spots offers highlights for all levels and for every taste: drop offs, caves and grottos and a nice house reef reachable from the land. Typical Mediterranean flora and fauna: gropers, morays, schools of mackerels and barracudas, parrot fishes, slugs and octopussy.

For diving couples with children Lykia World is an excellent choice, because our dive times are planned in coordination with the children animation team. For children between 8 -12 years we offer a children dive program.

DIVE SPOTS
Diving places Distance
1 Jetty Village 0 From Jetty
2 Jetty Residence 0 From Jetty
3 Neptün Bay 7 min.
4 Kiderak Nose 3 min.
5 Sprung (Cave) 10 min.
6 Bottomless Drop off 15 min.
7 Butterfly Nose 15 min
8 Butterfly Valley 20 min .
9 Terras 20 min
10 Waterfall 25 min.
11 Istanbul-House 25 min.
12 Faralya 30 min.
13 Small Riff 35 min.
14 Paradise Rock 40 min.
15 Paradise Garden 40 min.
16 Ince Burun 55 min.
17 New Riff 15 min.
18 Blue Cavern 30 min.
19 Tree Fingers (Caver) 30 min.
20 Play Ground 35 min
20 Play Ground 35 min
21 Amphora (Caver) 40 min.
22 Iblis 50 min.
23 Balaban Island 55 min.
24 Afkule 60 min.

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