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Sailing 101 Workshops We have sailing 101 workshops for you! If you are interested in learning how to sail, if you got sailing lessons before but have not practiced much, these workshops are just for you! ​ Contact us for details! ​ Fundamentals of Sailing and Navigation We will start our workshop with fundamentals of sailing, will continue with cruise planning and navigation. The cruise planning will include pre-cruise preparations, routing and use of electronic maps, departure, berthing and mooring and more. Captain Sean will teach sailing and nautical terms to you in both Turkish and English. Sail Trim If you want to know what is sail trim, how to manipulate the wind in the best way and how to reach the optimum speed you will love this workshop! We will open the mainsail, genova and balloon with you in this workshop and will experience with each sail type. Sustainable Sailing Have you ever thought about how sustainable is sailing even it is with a sail boat? In this workshop, we will talk about sailor culture, sustainable sailing and a clean Mediterranean. And More... In addition to these courses we have mentioned above, we will discuss, talk and experience many more technical and safety matters related to sailing.

Let's go Sailing! Rent a cabin or the whole boat; get ready for an unforgettable journey !! Reach out for questions and reservations: Reservations SAVE OUR PLANET! Now, you will adopt a dolphin for each reservation with APPA! Check FAQ's for detail info. Yip Yip! Skippered Yacht Charter in Turkey Sail with us and explore Turkish Mediterranean! ​ We will be sailing to some of the most beautiful bays of the Mediterranean with APPA our Jeanneau 49i. We want you to join us and together explore what it has to offer. Let's snorkel the crystal clear waters and paddle board to beautiful hiking trails! Destinations Sailing Vessel "APPA" Here are our favorite spots in Gocek Gobun, Merdivenli Koyu, Siralibuk, Bedri Rahmi Koyu, Yassicalar, Hamam koyu, Binlik...just to name a few. We are sailing wherever we want to go. Where would you like to sail and which waters would you like to swim? Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49i ​ APPA will keep you comfortable and safe during your journey. With 4 cabins and 4 bathrooms, bring along up to 8 people including captain and the crew! APPA offers everything from snorkeling to paddleboarding, hiking and enjoying a night out in Gocek. APPA Video Play Video WhatsApp Video 2022-01-06 at 12.40.10 PM Play Video InShot_20210927_201859918 Play Video Watch Now Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Close Follow us~! @Sailingappa

See the details at Jeanneau S/v APPA APPA is a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49i designed by Philippe Briand out of France and is known for her stable helm and up wind performance. She is one of the last of their kind focused on sea worthiness rather than stern width. Even with stronger winds APPA sails with minimal heeling making for a fun and enjoyable time at sea. APPA has 4 cabins and 4 bathrooms with accommodations for 8 including the captains. The Main Salon This is the best part of APPA's interior. For a 50 foot yacht she shares a salon similar to larger boats. So after the sun goes down and it's time to watch a movie or sit around the table with a tea and some board games, this is the spot. The Front Master Suite "Earth Master" On APPA the front two cabins can be combined to create a large single suite with dual bathrooms. You can make one bathroom the shower/toilettes and the other just for getting ready for a night out. This large suite is reserved for when 4 patrons journey with APPA. Starboard Quarter Berth "Fire" Fire is the cabin of fearless and creative spirits... The bedrooms at the back of the boat are called Quarter Berths. Here you will find a wider bed and a bit more storage space for your belongings. All of our rooms have their own entry to the bathrooms. Port Quarter Berth "Air" Air is the cabin of free souls... The other side back bedroom is a mirror image of the other. It also offers a wide bed and good storage space. Bow Port Berth "Water" Water is the cabin of changing and harmonious nature... This is how the rooms at the front come with the divider in it. Although it looks smaller at the feet, the head room is very wide for a couple staying together. If a single sailor is enjoying this room, then I recommend having your head towards the front of the boat and enjoy a book propped up. This room has plenty of head space. Bow Starboard Berth "Earth" Earth is the cabin of helpful and hardworking souls... The mirror of the water room you will find the Earth room. Both of these rooms offer their own private bathroom only accessible inside the rooms. Bow Bathroom 1 of 2 This is what our front bathrooms or in nautical terms, "head" looks like. In each bathroom there is a faucet that will pull out and then be mounted on a clip, this will then be your shower. In the summer people will use this feature a lot after swimming. Aft Bathroom 1 of 2 The rear bathrooms are very similar to the front heads but with the ability to get in to them from both the quarter bedroom side and the salon side.

Contact Us Reach out with any questions, comments and feedback! +90-531-426-9144 @ sailingappa E-mail: sailingappa.med@gmail.com Phone: +90-531-426-9144 ​ Address: Ece Saray Marina Fevzi Cakmak Caddesi No:1 Fethiye/Mugla 48300

How it works APPA's home base, Ece Saray Marina is our starting point from which we set sail for Gocek Bay. However, if you want to start your journey from a different location, we can work with you to set different routes according to our availability. For further details regarding routes, pricing, and reservations, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We offer two types of chartering options: Cabin Charter (available for a limited time only, contact us to learn about the cabin charter dates) and Boat Charters. With our Cabin Charters, guests have the option to rent a double cabin accommodating two individuals on the boat. During cabin charters, guests share the boat with other cabin renters, hence these tours are often referred to as shared boat tours. On the other hand, our Boat Charters allow you to rent the entire boat, accommodating up to 6 guests. Choose the rental type you prefer and the available dates from APPA's 2024 calendar a nd contact us to complete booking. After that we will wait for your arrival at Fethiye Ece Saray Marina. We will then set sail for Gocek bays about a 2 1/2 hour trip. The map below details the area near Gocek in blue where we will explore. Bookings & Reservations When you reach out to us via @Instagram, @Facebook Whatsapp @Email or by phone to chart your sailing adventure with APPA, the reservation process kicks off. Once we've collaboratively chosen a date and charter type, you'll sign and return the Rental and Disclaimer Agreements that we'll provide. Once these documents are received along with the initial payment, your reservation will be officially confirmed. We're here to assist you every step of the way, whether you have inquiries prior to booking, need assistance post-reservation, or simply have questions or concerns. Additionally, feel free to peruse our Frequently Asked Questions section specially curated to address any queries you may have. ​ P.S. For the summer season we accept minimum 3 nights 4 days reservations. ​ Reservasions Everyday we will explore a different bay in Gocek. Depending on your choice, weather and marine traffic, we are flexible on day by day destinations. ​ During our travels enjoy hiking, fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, eating at tasty restaurants and learning how to sail. ​ At the end of our trip we will arrive at Fethiye Ece Saray Marina for your departure.

Who said a Yacht can't have two captains? We started our sailing adventure in Seattle back in 2016. We learned how to sail with our first boat, a 27-foot Cascade Sloop called "Flying Circus" and tasted the freedom of the sea. Then we said, like most of the sailors we know , why don't we buy a bigger boat! We spent five fabulous years with our 36 foot Hans Christian model sail boat named "Golden Heart" where we discovered the most beautiful bays and islands of the Pacific North West, USA. Our final plan was to set sail in the warm waters of the Mediterranean :D Finally, our dream came true and we united with our 2009 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49i! We want to sail the Mediterranean sea with APPA and share this experience with you. As the captains of APPA we promise you a safe, fun and peaceful holiday and we hope to collect good memories together. Captain Sean Credentials : United States Coast Guard 25 Gross Tonnage (GT) + Aux Sail ​ Sean received his USCG 25 GT+ Auxillary Sail License in June of 2021 after graduating from the United States Maritime Academy with a Masters 100 GT OUPV Certificate. He achieved this logging many hours Inland and Near Coastal voyages both in the Pacific North West of the United States and on the Turkish Coast. He also holds an ASA License book active up to ASA 104 with the International Proficiency Certificate for Mediterranean waters. ​ What he loves : Sailing!!! Getting as much as he can from the wind, arriving to a beautiful anchorage safe and sound just in time for the sunset! Captain Asli Credentials : Captain 149 GT+ Seaman Cert, Ministry of Sea Turkey Asli has been sailing since 2016 mostly in the Pacific Northwest's waters and now exploring the beautiful Mediterranean! She received her Seaman Certification from Republic of Turkey (yes Seaman even though she is a woman !) in 2021 and currently is an intern captain that qualifies her for sailing yachts up to 149 GT. ​ What she loves: Exploring new places and having new experiences! She is a story teller so she needs more experiences to tell more stories :)

Frequently Asked Questions We summarized some of the questions we received and listed them here. Reach out if you have any new questions. Ask us a question :) FAQs What is included in the price? ​​ Captain and a crew Charter (agreed days) VAT % 18 Marina fees for the start and the end days. If you like to stop at different marinas during the trip you will be responsible for the additional marina fees. Blue card for waste management Exit cleaning: Detailed cleaning and disinfection at every guest exit. (Cleaning during the trip will be the guest’s responsibility. Bed sheets, pillow and towel set in each cabin according to the number of people. Sailing workshop ​ Optional extras that is not included in the price: ​ Transitlog (Mandatory) Fuel cost that the boat and the dinghy will consume during the trip (Mandatory) Private marina or pier fee that you may want to moor during your vacation. Every extra bed sheet/towel set you can request. €15 per request. Airport transfer to marina €100. Harbor fees for Greek waters. Standup paddle boards What should I bring for the trip? Keep it simple. What we have experienced is whatever we packed we use only one pair of shorts and a couple t-shirts! We recommend you to bring power banks to charge your phones because the energy is limited in the boat. Definitely bring sunscreen that does NOT contain trace oil and not in a spray bottle. You may want to bring a sweater just in case for chilly nights. Where do your trips depart from? APPA is based out of Fethiye Ece Saray Marina and we usually start sailing from here, and head towards the Gocek bays. However, if you want to start your journey from a different location, it may be possible for us to set different routes according to our availability. What if I get Motion Sickness? If you’re prone to motion sickness there are things you can buy and take ahead of time. We do carry a supply of things on the boat to help. Some find a quick sleep will help get things back in order, others feel better sitting on the topside looking at the horizon. We will also spend time on land as we visit various tasty restaurants and hiking locations. Is sailing comfortable? Extremely! In fact once you try it you just might get hooked! We try very hard to make it very comfortable for you. Is it safe? Captain Sean is US Coast Guard certified and Asli has Turkish 149 gross ton captain license. Therefore you can feel very confident and safe on board with us. In addition, we will do our best to make your trip one to remember. Can we bring kids? Yes, but all responsibility will be yours during the trip. We provide life jackets for all participants on all of our trips including kids. What is the largest group you can take on a trip? Our capacity for captained charters is three cabins for six people. Are pets allowed? At the moment we are not accepting pets. What is your refund and cancellation policy? 40% of the payment must be made within one week of the confirmation of the reservation. In case of cancellation there will be no refund. How is food handled on board? There is cooking equipment in the boat. We have a 3 burner propane stove with small oven. There are 2 large refrigerators to keep all your food and drink cold. We recommend you to choose simple meals to not spend your holiday in the kitchen. You will be also responsible for feeding the captain and crew. (consider 2 additional people when purchasing food...) *This charter does not include food and beverages (except for drinking water which we supply. It's filtered through reverse osmosis and very tasty :) Are we responsible for the captains’ meal? Yes, you will be responsible for feeding the captain and crew, (2 Addition people). The kitchen is free to use at anytime, this means you can come down and cook a snack or meal anytime. Are there any restaurants in the bays where we will be anchoring? Yes, you will find nice restaurants in some bays of Gocek. Please let the captain know if you like to go to a restaurant to make reservations if possible a day in advanced. Is there a grocery store in the marina where we can shop? Yes, there are grocery stores and farmers markets in Fethiye that you can shop for your trip. After we arrive in the bays there will be small shops and some grocery boats like Migros that will come out and anchor for all your needs. Does each cabin have its own private bathroom and shower? Yes. Each cabin has its own toilet and combined shower. Do you have catering service? No we don’t have catering service. Can you provide airport transfer service? If you let us know in advance we can arrange your airport transportation to the marina. Do you only do weekly charters? Our sailing tours are weekly only. The check in starts 10 am until 12 pm on Saturdays, check out is at 12 pm on Fridays. Can I rent APPA without a captain? No, all of our charters will be with captain Sean and Asli. What is Cabin Charter? Cabin charters, also known as shared boat tours, where you can snag a cozy cabin with a double bed and your very own bathroom – all at a more affordable price than renting the whole boat. With cabin charters, you're not just renting a cabin; you're embarking on a journey of making lifelong sailing friendships! We offer cabin charters for limited periods only, so don't miss out on the chance to join in the fun. Contact us now to get the latest scoop on cabin charter dates What changes need to be made with Transitlog when changing crew (passenger)? Port entry and exit documents are required for commercial boats and all passenger and crew information on the boat must be entered. In case there is a change with the crew the transitlog is needed to be updated with the cost of 100 Euros. Can I visit the Greek islands? What should I pay attention to during these visits? It depends on Covid-19 conditions. If the borders are open we can sail to the Greek Islands of Rhodes and Simi. Exit procedures are different for Greece that will have additional cost per reservation including port exit document, customs, passport procedures. How does your dolphin adoption work? Pollution in the seas, food depletion, maritime traffic, underwater noise (especially the sudden sound produced during oil exploration activities), deliberate killing and their removal from their natural habitats to be used in dolphin captivity threaten the future of dolphins! As APPA, we will be adopting a symbolic dolphin for you by donating to WWF-Turkey (World Wildlife Fund) and support Dolphins, playful children of the seas... Dolphin adoption