GOCEK: 360° YACHTING’S HOME
Gocek has for decades been the playground of high-flyers, celebrities and yachtsmen. A natural harbour town tucked into a glorious bay and jewelled by islands, the towns beauty is undeniable.
Gocek bay naturally lends itself towards cruising so, as you would expect, the yachting facilities are superb. Boasting six marinas, two catering for super yachts, Gocek is the ideal stop-off or layover for anyone wishing to spend time with the yacht crowd or that enjoys living the high-life onshore.
Like many of the towns and bays along the Turkish coast, Gocek boasts a fascinating history. Today the hillsides surrounding the bay home fancy villas and multi-million dollar properties. But, according to legend, it was from these very hills that Icarus took off then landed in the sea after his famous flight to escape imprisonment. The harbour has also not always been filled with the fancy bistros and designer boutiques we find today. Gocek was once an industrial harbour used to ship chrome, and before that, it was awash with pirates and sea bandits!
Gocek has become synonymous with cruising and sailing in Turkiye. It’s location, just a 20-minute transfer from Dalaman International Airport makes it the ideal base for those looking to jet to and from their yachts and this is why so many owners choose to home their boats in town. CONTACT US or drop by the office for more information – we would love to meet you!
HOTELS AND PRIVATE TOURS
Are you planning a cruise around Gocek? If so, why not stopover and enjoy a few excursions or a little time on shore?
360° Yachting can tailor a short break or a stopover in Gocek and organise local guides to take you on a private tours of all the main attractions.
The 360° events team have a vast book of contacts and can arrange day trips covering almost any interest. From guided trips around local sites of interest, to sporting activities, shopping trips and culinary tours, let us know your interests and we will design a fabulous day out. Failing that, if it’s simply a table at the best restaurant in town, or a luxury spa treatment you’re seeking, all can easily be arranged. CONTACT US for details.
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CRUISING TO AND FROM GOCEK
Gocek is one of the original haunts for super yachts along the Turquoise coast, this is the main reason the 360° Yachting head office is in the town.
There are a number of marinas in Gocek, three catering to large yachts: Skopea Marina, Port Azure Marina and D-Marin. All of offer superb facilities and are within easy reach of the town centre.
If you are planning to visit Gocek and need some local knowledge, yachting provisions or an itinerary, please CONTACT US or drop by the office – we would love to meet you!
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