Discover Turkey’s Secret Aegean Coast
The Moorings, sister company to Sunsail, is expanding its Mediterranean portfolio with a new base in Fethiye, Turkey. Turkey is an entirely new destination for both Sunsail and its sister company, The Moorings, marking an exciting expansion for South African travellers. Opening for summer 2026 and on sale from today, 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 offers exceptional value and accessibility, making it a compelling alternative to traditional Mediterranean favourites such as Greece. With competitive pricing, world-class cruising grounds and rich cultural experiences, it presents an affordable yet premium charter option. More importantly, there are direct flights from both Cape Town and Johannesburg to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, making access seamless and convenient for South Africans planning their own taste of Turkish delight.
Sailors can now explore this lesser-known coastline aboard The Moorings award-winning fleet, choosing from three exceptional catamarans: the TM 4600-5 and TM 5200-6 sailing catamarans, or the TM 464PC power catamaran. Each yacht delivers outstanding comfort, generous space and the thoughtful design that The Moorings is renowned for around the world.
Here, discoveries come easily. Short, line-of-sight passages, connect pine-backed coves, tucked-away anchorages and island-framed horizons. It is one of the most forgiving and rewarding places to charter in the Med. From the glassy Gulf of Fethiye to the cliff-lined shores near Gemiler Island and the Blue Lagoon at Ölüdeniz, guests will uncover a side of the Aegean that feels both untouched and uniquely Turkish.
Fethiye itself is built for both land and sea. The town 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,” says The Moorings. “Fethiye delivers that naturally. It’s a destination shaped by stories, and our yachts are designed to let you write your own.”
Bookings for Turkey are currently open, with availability beginning in the Mediterranean summer 2026.
For more information or to register your interest in discovering Turkey’s secret Aegean Coast please visit Sunsail.