The Moorings: Discover Turkey’s Secret Aegean Coast
Discover Turkey’s Secret Aegean Coast
The Moorings, sister company to Sunsail, is expanding its Mediterranean portfolio with a new charter base in Fethiye, Turkey. Opening for summer 2026 and on sale now, this hidden corner of the Aegean offers one of the region’s most naturally protected coasts—a stretch shaped by myth, anchored in story, and waiting to be uncovered.
For South African travellers, Turkey presents exceptional value and accessibility. With direct flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines, seamless connections make this destination a compelling alternative to traditional Mediterranean favourites such as Greece. Competitive pricing, world‑class cruising grounds, and rich cultural experiences combine to deliver an affordable yet premium charter option.
The Fleet
Sailors can now explore this lesser‑known coastline aboard The Moorings’ award‑winning fleet, choosing from three exceptional catamarans:
TM 4600‑5 Sailing Catamaran
TM 5200‑6 Sailing Catamaran
TM 464PC Power Catamaran
Each yacht offers outstanding comfort, generous space, and the thoughtful design The Moorings is renowned for worldwide.
The Experience
Here, discoveries come easily. Short, line‑of‑sight passages connect pine‑backed coves, tucked‑away anchorages, and island‑framed horizons. From the glassy Gulf of Fethiye to the cliff‑lined shores near Gemiler Island and the Blue Lagoon at Ölüdeniz, guests uncover a side of the Aegean that feels both untouched and uniquely Turkish.
Fethiye itself blends modern marina facilities with ancient Lycian ruins and a lively local culture, offering a balance of history, hospitality, and harborside ease. Ideal for provisioning, exploring, and returning to the quiet of your yacht.
“Our guests come to us for comfort, service, and the feeling of complete ease on the water. Fethiye delivers that naturally. It’s a destination shaped by stories, and our yachts are designed to let you write your own.” — The Moorings
Booking Information
Bookings for Turkey are now open, with availability beginning in the Mediterranean summer 2026.
About The Moorings
Established in 1969, The Moorings began with six yachts and has now expanded to cover over 20 incredible destinations from the Caribbean and Thailand to Croatia and Greece, offering the choice of over 400 sail, power or crewed yachts as part of its award-winning charter fleet.
About Sunsail
Founded in 1974, Sunsail offers a wide choice of sailing holidays with a fleet of stunning yachts in over 20 worldwide locations. Alongside yacht charter and flotilla sailing holidays, Sunsail also offers sailing schools, skippered holidays, team building and events, regattas and yacht ownership
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