Kayhan 5

Kayhan 5 offers a comfortable way to explore Turkey's Turquoise Coast, departing from Fethiye with room for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins.

Sleeping arrangements cover 6 cabins (2 Double + 2 Master + 2 Twin) — enough space for the whole group to have a private cabin each. A crew of 4 — typically a captain, cook, and deckhand — handles navigation, freshly prepared meals, and all daily upkeep, so guests can switch off completely.

On board amenities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, a sound system, hot water throughout, an ice maker, sun awnings, and sun mattresses on deck — covering the essentials for a comfortable week afloat. For those who want more than sunbathing, Kayhan 5 is fitted with a dinghy, kayaks, and fishing lines to make the most of calm anchorages.

The Fethiye area rewards slow sailing more than most destinations on Turkey's coast. The Twelve Islands' sheltered coves invite long afternoon stops; Butterfly Valley requires at least a full tide's worth of time to appreciate properly; and the Gocek cluster's uninhabited islands make the case for staying an extra night at anchor rather than pressing on to the next stop. A week here almost always feels shorter than it should.