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Blue Route
Gökova Gulf Explorer
7 Days85 nm7 StopsEasy
About This Route
Discover the pristine bays and crystal-clear waters of Gökova Gulf. This classic route takes you through some of Turkey's most beautiful anchorages, from ancient ruins to secluded swimming spots.
Departure
TBD
Arrival
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Route Type
bay cruising
Cruising Area
Gökova Gulf, Turkey
Route Highlights
English Harbour (İngiliz Limanı)
Cleopatra Beach & Ancient City
Longoz Bay
Akyaka Town
Seven Islands
Day by Day
1
Bodrum to Orak Island
Bodrum Marina → Orak Island
12 nm2h sailing
Depart Bodrum Marina and sail to Orak Island, known for its crystal clear waters and excellent snorkeling.
Departure from BodrumSwimming at Orak Island
Overnight: Orak Island Bay
2
Orak Island to Sedir Island (Cleopatra)
Orak Island → Sedir Island
15 nm2.5h sailing
Visit the legendary Cleopatra Beach with its unique golden sand, said to have been brought from Egypt.
Cleopatra BeachAncient Cedrae ruins
Overnight: Sedir Island
3
Sedir Island to Longoz
Sedir Island → Longoz
10 nm1.5h sailing
Sail to Longoz Bay, a peaceful fjord-like inlet perfect for nature walks and relaxation.
Longoz forest walkMud baths
Overnight: Longoz Bay
4
Longoz to Akyaka
Longoz → Akyaka
8 nm1h sailing
Visit the charming town of Akyaka, famous for its unique Ottoman architecture and river.
Akyaka townAzmak River tourLocal cuisine
Overnight: Akyaka Town Port
5
Akyaka to English Harbour
Akyaka → English Harbour
18 nm3h sailing
Sail to the protected English Harbour, named after British naval vessels that once sheltered here.
Historical anchoragePine forest walks
Overnight: English Harbour
6
English Harbour to Seven Islands
English Harbour → Seven Islands
12 nm2h sailing
Explore the beautiful Seven Islands area with multiple swimming stops.
Island hoppingSnorkelingCliff jumping
Overnight: Seven Islands Bay
7
Seven Islands to Bodrum
Seven Islands → Bodrum Marina
10 nm1.5h sailing
Final sailing day back to Bodrum with a leisurely morning swim before return.
Morning swimReturn to Bodrum
Overnight: Bodrum Marina
Ports of Call
Bodrum
Orak Island
Sedir Island
Akyaka
English Harbour
Karacasöğüt
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Request QuoteBrowse YachtsDuration7 days
Difficultyeasy
Best SeasonMay - October