Private Bosphorus Yatch
Yacht Rentals and Charters in Istanbul
A private yacht charter is the most flexible way to see Istanbul from the water. You take the whole boat for your group, set your own route and timing along the Bosphorus, and add catering, music or decoration to fit the occasion. Our fleet runs from compact 15 metre boats for a couple or a small group up to 27 metre yachts for larger parties, with hourly hire that begins at €85. Whether you want a quiet sunset sail, a birthday on the water or a corporate evening, the sections below cover the fleet, the route, the cost and how to book.
Istanbul Private Yacht Rental
What a Private Yacht Charter on the Bosphorus Includes
Hiring a yacht with us means the boat is yours for the booked hours, along with the captain and crew. You decide where to sail and how long to stay out, and we build the extras around your plan. A standard charter covers the private use of the yacht, the crew and the cruise itself, while food, drinks, live music, photography and decoration are added to suit the day. Because the deck is yours alone, the pace is yours too, with no fixed timetable and no strangers sharing the boat.
- Private use of the yacht with captain and crew
- A flexible route along the Bosphorus and back
- Catering from light canapés to a full dinner
- Live music, a DJ or a dervish performance on request
- Decoration for birthdays, proposals and weddings
Our Yacht Fleet in Istanbul
We run eleven boats on the Bosphorus, so there is a size for a couple, a family or a large party. The table lists each yacht with its length, how many guests it holds and the hourly rate it begins at.
| Yacht | Length | Guests | From, per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosporus 1 | 18 m | Up to 10 | €140 |
| Bosporus 2 | 17.5 m | Up to 12 | €85 |
| Bosporus 3 | 23 m | Up to 18 | €170 |
| Bosporus 4 | 27 m | Up to 12 | €240 |
| Bosporus 5 | 24 m | Up to 12 | €240 |
| Bosporus 6 | 15 m | Up to 10 | €85 |
| Bosporus 7 | 17 m | Up to 10 | €170 |
| Bosporus 8 | 20 m | Up to 15 | €250 |
| Bosporus 9 | 15 m | Up to 10 | €140 |
| Bosporus 10 | 17 m | Up to 10 | €150 |
| Bosporus 11 | 20 m | Up to 15 | €140 |
Every boat is licensed for events on the Bosphorus. The hourly rates are a starting point and move with the date, the length of the charter and the services you add, so ask for a tailored quote for your day.
What You See on a Bosphorus Yacht Tour
A charter follows the same grand waterway as the scheduled cruises, only on your own terms. Sailing the strait that splits Europe and Asia, you pass a run of palaces, towers and waterfront mansions, and you can pause wherever you like for photos. The captain shapes the route around what you most want to see.
- Dolmabahçe Palace and the Çırağan along the European shore
- The Ortaköy Mosque framed beneath the first bridge
- Beylerbeyi Palace and Üsküdar on the Asian side
- Rumeli Fortress rising straight from the bank
- The Maiden's Tower on its small island near Üsküdar
- Rows of old wooden yalı mansions lining both banks
Occasions a Yacht Charter Suits
A private boat works for almost any gathering, and the strait does the decorating for you. The same fleet hosts quiet evenings for two and large parties of a dozen or more.
- A corporate event or client dinner on the water
- A marriage proposal timed for sunset
- A wedding or engagement party afloat
- A birthday party on a luxury yacht
- A bachelorette party on board
- An anniversary or family celebration
If you would rather join a scheduled trip, the sunset cruise and the dining cruise cover the same shoreline on a shared boat.
How Much Does a Yacht Rental in Istanbul Cost
Hourly hire begins at €85 for the smaller boats and climbs with the size of the yacht, the length of the charter and the services you add. A short two-hour sunset sail on a compact boat sits at the lower end, while a large yacht with a full dinner and entertainment for a big group costs more. Because every charter is built around your plan, the fairest way to price it is a quick quote.
What changes the price:
- The yacht you choose and its size
- How many hours you sail
- Group size and catering
- Music, decoration and any extras
How to Book a Yacht Charter in Istanbul
Booking is simple. Tell us your date, the number of guests and the kind of day you have in mind, by phone, message or the form on this page. We reply within a day with the right boats, a suggested route and a clear quote, then hold your date once you confirm. Most charters leave from central piers, so your group reaches the dock easily from the main hotel districts. Send your details and we will prepare a tailored offer for your Bosphorus yacht charter.
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Private Bosphorus Yatch F.A.Q
How much does a yacht rental or charter on the Bosphorus cost?
Hourly hire begins at €85 for the smaller boats and rises with the yacht size, the number of hours and the services you add. Every charter is quoted to your plan, so send your date, group size and ideas for a tailored price.
What do you see on a Bosphorus yacht tour?
You sail past Dolmabahçe and Çırağan Palaces, the Ortaköy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress and the Maiden’s Tower, along with the old waterfront mansions on both shores.
Is a Bosphorus yacht charter worth it?
For a celebration or a private day on the water, yes. You get the whole boat, your own route and timing, and the city’s best views without the crowds of a shared cruise.
How do you plan a yacht rental in Istanbul?
Contact us by phone, message or the form, share your date and group size, and we walk you through the boats and options. From the first message to boarding, we handle the booking, the route and the extras.
Do you need a permit to rent a yacht on the Bosphorus?
Events on board need a venue permit so the boat meets safety rules. Our yachts are fully licensed and equipped for weddings, birthdays, bachelorette nights and corporate events, so the paperwork is handled for you.
How many people fit on a charter yacht?
The fleet holds from about ten guests on the smaller boats up to eighteen on the largest, so there is a size for an intimate evening or a bigger party.
How long is a typical yacht charter?
Most charters run two to four hours, enough for a sunset sail or a dinner on the water, though you can book longer for a full event.
