Full Description & Details
Yaliciftlik Bay is an anchorage on the northern shore of the Gulf of Gokova, near the village of Yali in Bodrum, Turkey. It sits on the standard blue cruise route out of Bodrum, and gulets typically call here on the final day of a week-long circuit, stopping for a swim and afternoon tea before the run back to Bodrum Harbour. The bay is part of a coastline that enjoys special environmental protection, which has kept the shore largely unbuilt.
The bay offers an anchorage for visiting yachts and gulets, though the sources give no figures for depth, holding quality, or the number of berths. Protection is not described in detail, so treat the bay as an open roadstead rather than a fully sheltered harbour. The summer meltemi strengthens after noon in the gulf, so plan to be at anchor in shelter by the afternoon. Overnight policy is not stated in the sources.
Facilities are minimal. The main attraction is an optional village tour from the bay, arranged for guests who want to see local handicrafts and experience village life. There is no mention of fuel, water, electricity, showers, or a marina office at Yaliciftlik Bay itself. The nearest full-service port is Bodrum, a short run to the west.
Sailors should treat Yaliciftlik Bay as a daytime stop rather than a destination. The best season is the summer cruising period, when the blue cruise itineraries run. No restrictions specific to the bay are mentioned, though the wider gulf is environmentally protected. Approach with care in the afternoon meltemi and keep an eye out for other gulets stopping for tea.
How to get there
Yaliciftlik Bay lies on the northern shore of the Gulf of Gokova, on the route between Pabuc Burnu and Bodrum. Gulets typically sail here from Pabuc Burnu after a lunch stop, then continue west to Bodrum Harbour for the night. No specific bearing, waypoint, or channel is given in the sources, and there is no mention of a VHF channel for the bay.
Land access is via the village of Yali in the Bodrum district. The optional village tour for handicrafts is the main reason to go ashore. The nearest airport and formalities are not covered in the sources; Bodrum, with its harbour and services, lies a short distance to the west.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the depth and holding like at Yaliciftlik Bay?
The sources do not give depth or holding details for Yaliciftlik Bay. Treat it as an open anchorage and check conditions on arrival.
Can I stay overnight at Yaliciftlik Bay?
The sources do not state an overnight policy for Yaliciftlik Bay. Gulets on the blue cruise route typically stop here for a swim and tea, then move on to Bodrum for the night.
Are there fuel or water facilities at Yaliciftlik Bay?
No fuel, water, or other marina facilities are mentioned for Yaliciftlik Bay. The nearest full-service port is Bodrum.
What is there to do at Yaliciftlik Bay?
An optional village tour can be arranged from Yaliciftlik Bay for guests who want to see local handicrafts and experience village life.
What is the best time to visit Yaliciftlik Bay?
The summer cruising season is when the blue cruise itineraries call at Yaliciftlik Bay. The meltemi strengthens after noon, so plan to be at anchor in shelter by the afternoon.
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