Turkey, region Fethiye – where waters are absolutely clear

Fethiye region, one of the most beautifully located in Turkey, is commonly known as the centre of sailing activity. Turkey’s coast fits ideally to this sport in this part (just as all the other parts) and the same can be said of the local weather, waters, as well as inhabitants’ approach to these matters. Let us analyse all the aspects one after another.

Fethiye is a city placed on the south-west coast of Turkey, nearby most known islands of the East Mediterranean: Crete and Cyprus. It is also very close to second-large Greek island of Rhodes. And, finally, the region of Fethiye connects Aegean Sea with Mediterranean. So, the location is the best we can only imagine.

This abundance of islands (there are many more tiny islands, in some part not inhabited) makes the number of possibilities of where to go exceptionally high. After the task of charter a yacht is done, the sailor can select perfect destination. Because the island of Rhodes is really close, it is first possible goal, which should be affordable for both experienced and non-experienced yachter. Of course, while getting from Turkey to Greece, the sailor crosses the European Union border and in some cases there can be a necessity of having a passport. Most of tourists have these documents all the time so it should not be a bigger problem. But everyone should permanently remember of this trifle aspect. The same requirement occurs while going to the Cyprus. Certainly, this route is destined for sailors with a background in this kind of activity. This trip is much longer and much more demanding when it comes to sailing skills. The longer trip of the region, aiming to reach the island of Crete, is the challenge amongst the toughest ones, however is definitely not unaffordable. It requires rent a boat for more than one day. If somebody wants to avoid crossing the border problems, there is an alternative in the form of the city of Marmaris. It is located northwest of Fethiye, lying in the distance ideal for one day journey. And it is not much difficult, so even a tourist sailing for the first time should cope. And, finally, Marmaris lies in Turkey.

Apart from above location aspects, giving abundance of possibilities of where to go, there is also a hugely important factor of weather conditions. East Mediterranean is well-known from its warm and sunny weather. And the region of Fethiye is such too. During summer period there is almost no rain and even no cloudy atmosphere. The Sun is shining almost all the time, and hence there is a possibility to sunbathing while sailing.

If a sailor is a fan of sea creatures and loves observing them, there is nothing easier in the region of Fethiye. Waters are absolutely clear and plenty of fish species so observing them can be an entertainment for entire day.

For above reasons Fethiye is a centre of chartering luxury yachts, as well as more average ones. Ample selection makes the region ideal for everybody. There is no other place better to teach sailing!