Sailboat charter

Skippered Sailboat Charter

Leave the boat to the skipper and enjoy the sea

In a skippered charter, navigation and boat handling are carried out by a skipper assigned as part of the service. Guests spend their holiday at sea within the agreed programme and terms.

For people with no boat-handling experience, a skippered charter is usually the better place to start. It is a chance to get to know life on a sailboat and to get used to time at sea.

Two sailors at the helm under the bimini

The Skipper's Role

Within the agreed scope of service, the skipper takes charge of navigation and the boat: pre-departure checks, the route and daily plan, anchoring and harbour manoeuvres.

The route and daily plan are set with weather, safety at sea and operational requirements in mind. Guests' wishes are considered within that framework.

Who Is It For?

  • First-time sailing holidaymakers
  • Families and groups of friends heading out to sea
  • Guests who want to relax rather than run the boat
  • Anyone who wants to explore sea routes with a skipper
  • Those who want to learn about sails, helming and anchoring along the way

Can I Choose My Own Route?

In a skippered charter, the route is set by the skipper's safety assessment and agreement between the parties. Sharing the bays and harbours you want to see when you send your request helps build the plan around you from the start.

Wind, waves and harbour conditions may change the plan during the day. Those decisions are always made with safety first.

Fethiye and Göcek route guide →

Questions to Ask When Getting a Quote

  • Is the skipper's fee included?
  • Who pays for fuel, harbour and marina fees?
  • How are provisioning and the skipper's meals arranged?
  • What are the cleaning and deposit terms?
  • What happens on cancellation or weather-related changes?

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Skippered Charter

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What is a skippered sailboat charter?

A skippered charter is one where navigation and boat handling are carried out by a skipper assigned as part of the service. Guests enjoy their holiday within the agreed programme and terms.

Which option should a first-time charterer choose?

For people with no boat-handling experience, a skippered charter is usually the better place to start.

Can I learn to sail on a skippered charter?

When the skipper judges conditions suitable, you can take part in helming, sail trim and line handling. It is best to mention this when you send your request.

Can I choose my own route on a sailing holiday?

On a skippered charter, the route is set by the skipper's safety assessment and agreement between the parties.

Request

Skippered Charter Request

Tell us your dates, number of guests and the bays you'd like to see. We'll reply with Safir's availability and a quote.

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