Gulet Boat Cruises in Turkey

The term Gulet which comes from the the French word golette (schooner) and is a traditional Turkish broad-beamed wooden coastal sailing vessel that has a raised bow, a broad, flat stern, a main foremast and secondary mast aft.

These days gulets in Turkey are mostly configured as motor-sailers, with diesel engines to for primary power, and sails to provide additional power, or the main source of power in strong winds. This means you can sail silently when the wind allows, but go wherever you want with motor power.

Gulets are particularly good as pleasure sailing vessels because of their broad beam, which gives them lots of deck space—particularly and plenty of rooms for spacious cabins below the deck.

 

Gulets come in a range of sizes and some are the most luxurious vessels you can imagine.  Gulet boat cruises have become incredibly popular with the very wealthy and the general tourist alike and a cruise on a traditional Turkish gulet is an excellent way to see the southern part of Turkey as well as an unforgettable experience.