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Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. You're only responsible for damage it doesn't cover, and that's capped at the security deposit. You can lower the deposit by adding the operator’s damage waiver. Operator terms: THEA insured yacht against fire, bad sea conditions, collision, damages from third parties and natural events for partial or complete loss. Guest also liable for damage from breach of contract, negligence or intent.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. This boat's ~60 HP engines burn roughly 4.8 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 101 L ≈ €152 at €1.50/L — scale it to your own plans. Many skippers run one engine on passage to roughly halve fuel use — ask your operator if that’s fine for your boat.

No licence is required by Turkish law, but charter companies require proof of competence such as an ICC or RYA Day Skipper certificate.

We may. The operator or a representative can ask you and your crew to demonstrate your sailing competence with a short test. If we aren't convinced, we may offer a captain and crew you'd also need to agree to, and can hold departure until they're aboard, with their pay and costs falling to you.

Yes. You should stay within the Aegean and Mediterranean sea limits, plan to reach the farthest port within the first third of your trip, and be no more than 40 miles from the return port two days before arrival.

You may not use the yacht for racing or for towing other craft except in an emergency, carry anyone not declared at departure, sublet it, or hand it to third parties. It's for leisure use with an experienced crew within the listed number of people.

Departure may not be allowed if the wind is, or will soon be, force 6 or more on the Beaufort scale, or if the authorities have banned sailing. Please trim sail to the conditions, don't risk the sails in gusts, and never sail at night without all navigation lights on and a lookout.

Tell us immediately. We'll first try to send our own staff; if that isn't possible or would take too long, we'll suggest a nearby repairer. Repairs from normal wear are refunded against an invoice, while damage from misuse is your responsibility.

April–October along the Turquoise Coast (Bodrum, Göcek, Fethiye); hot, dry summers with gentle afternoon breezes ideal for cruising.