Gulet boat ride
Eigentlich eine gemütliche Fahrt. Essen und Getränke waren wie erwartet. Leider fing es an zu regnen, schon nach dem ersten Stopp. Dies ging auch weiter beim zweiten Stopp und vor dem dritten war abzusehen das ein Starkregen zu erwarten war. (Ein Gewitter zog heran) Nun wäre Zeit für die Rückfahrt gewesen. Leider war es nicht der Fall und es wurde so stark, das meine Schuhe pitsch nass waren. Der Platz für alle Personen war dann nicht ausreichend und einige Personen wurden sehr nass.
If your idea of a perfect day is to simply unwind, then this adults-only cruise on a traditional gulet boat is for you. With plenty of time to swim and sunbathe, it's the definition of a relaxing day on the waves. Haluk, one of our expert local guides, says "gulets are wooden schooners that have been used for fishing and sponging around the Mediterranean since ancient times. But since the 1970s, they've become a popular way to show holidaymakers around the bays of the Aegean coast."
We'll set sail from Marmaris on one of these handsome wooden yachts, searching for the secret stretches of coast only accessible by boat. Sun, sea, swimming and snoozing are the order of the day on this gulet cruise. There's ample time to swim and snorkel – with at least four stops – as your captain drops anchor in the many hidden bays along this crinkle-cut coastline. Between stops, sit back and admire the view of this impressive, wild and green shore gliding by. Haluk says "the coast and headlands to the east of Marmaris town are a national park, so look out for wildlife."
What's more, with a maximum of just 35 guests, you're guaranteed a sunlounger to soak up the sun. Your crew will serve your freshly prepared lunch of local specialities on board. There's tea, coffee and soft drinks included all day, while a bar service is available for any other drinks you might fancy. With a strict no-music policy on board, nothing will disturb your enjoyment of this fabulous day out.
