A Gocek sailing itinerary takes you to the stunningly beautiful turquoise waters of the Lycian Coast, its steep shores indented with numerous coves and bays, its pine-clad islands stretching east and west like emeralds on the shimmering blue of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea (see Gocek maps).
A Gocek sailing itinerary takes you to the stunningly beautiful turquoise waters of the Lycian Coast, its steep shores indented with numerous coves and bays, its pine-clad islands stretching east and west like emeralds on the shimmering blue of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea (see Gocek maps). A typical 7-day Göçek itinerary centers on sailing in the largely protected Fethiye Bay and its many islands and coves, and along the coast to places such as Ekincik and Bestas Limani. On longer cruises you can sail west to Marmaris, Datca, and Bodrum, or you can sail east to Kalkan, Kas, and Kekova. Swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing at pristine beaches, exploring fascinating archaeological sites, browsing in market bazaars, and dining in restaurants serving delicious local cuisine are among the many pleasures of sailing in these waters.
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Göçek to Kapi Creek – 8 nm. Your Göçek sailing itinerary typically began the previous day, Saturday afternoon at 3:00 P.M., when you arrived at the Moorings base to check in, provision the boat (if you hadn’t elected to have us do it for you), and receive your pre-cruise chart briefing. Now that you’ve had a restful night aboard, it’s time to head out onto the shimmering Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Just a short sail from the Moorings base takes you south into a land of bays and islands. Along the western edge of Fethiye Bay are numerous anchorages, most of them well protected and all of them scenic. Kapi Creek is an all-weather anchorage and has an excellent restaurant.
Kapi Creek to Ekincik Limani – 26 nm. On one of the longer passages of your Göçek sailing itinerary, you’ll proceed southward down the magnificent waters of Fethiye Bay out into the broad expanse of the azure Mediterranean Sea. The heavily wooded shores rise steeply to meet the foothills of the Taurus Mountains, which in turn rise farther back, creating a splendid scene as the wind fills the sails of your yacht. Turning to the northwest lines you up to reach the anchorage at Ekincik Limani, with its pleasant village and friendly people. You can also arrange to see the nearby attractions on the Dalyan River.
Ekincik Limani to Fethiye – 33 nm. Retracing your course to sail east takes you across the mouth of Fethiye Bay, then north up the bay to the eastern shore. Tucked inside a fjord-like waterway is the busy and historic town of Fethiye, where you can dock for the night at a marina and go ashore to savor the delights of a traditional Turkish bazaar. The town has plenty of restaurants and bars. An impressive fortress sits atop the hills overlooking the town.
Fethiye to Bestas Limani – 14 nm. Skirting the eastern shore of Fethiye Bay, you’ll proceed south until you pass Gemiler Island, famous for its Byzantine ruins and mosaics. To the north is the beautiful anchorage at Bestas Limani, also known as Cold Water Bay because of the cold freshwater springs that flow into it. This former haven for pirates is now a popular place to relax and swim in the crystal clear water.
Bestas Limani to Tomb Bay – 19 nm. Set sail for a splendid passage westward across Fethiye Bay to a magnificent archipelago of pine-studded islands with high hills and rocky shores. Among the coves and inlets is Kizilkuyruk, or Red Tail Bay, an ideal place for swimming and snorkeling. About a half-hour walk through the pines into the surrounding hills are the ancient ruins of Lydae, some of which date back to the 4th century B.C. A short sail to the north takes you to your next overnight anchorage in Tomb Bay, famous for the Lycian tombs carved into the hillside. Going ashore to explore and to dine at the restaurant is a pleasant way to spend an early evening before returning to your yacht for the night.
Tomb Bay to Göçek – 6 nm. Enjoy sailing among the islands as you head north, arriving back at The Moorings base by 5:00 P.M. to check out the boat. As you relax over dinner and drinks at the Moorings base, you’ll bask in the sheer delights of the past week of sailing along the historic Lycian Coast.
Final Morning
After a restful night aboard, disembark from your yacht at 8:00 A.M. and prepare for your flight home.
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