Çeşme Boat Rental Routes: “Maldives” Blue in the Waters Where the Wind Dances

The harsh winds and ice-cold waters that come to mind when Cesme is mentioned can be tiring if correct planning is not made in a boat holiday. However, in this most characteristic corner of the Aegean, there is a golden rule written in the logbooks of our captains who have been steering for years: "You don't fight the wind in Cesme, you dance with it."

Under the guidance of our team who knows the region like the back of their hand, we have compiled those strategic escape points where you will find peace in sheet-like bays, escaping from the harsh Meltem blowing from the north. Here are 5 special coordinates where you need to anchor to get away from the crowd on the Cesme yacht charter route:

1. Donkey Island (Goni): The Port Wind Doesn't Visit

The indispensable of the Cesme route is Donkey Island (Eşek Adası), formerly known as "Goni". The geographical structure of this island acts as a natural shield against northern winds. When waves rise in the open sea, you witness that the water suddenly calms down like a lake when you approach the southern slope of the island. Taking photos with the lovely donkeys, the real hosts of the island, is the most sympathetic ritual of the Cesme holiday.

2. Blue Bay: An Unfiltered "Electric" Blue

It is difficult to find another place in the Aegean where the color of the water turns into such a vivid, almost "electrified" bright blue. Famous for this unique color formed by the refraction of sunlight by the white sand structure on the sea floor, the clarity allows you to see even a needle at a depth of 15 meters. This place is very popular; if you want to experience the feeling of "swimming alone in a pool", you should go here in the earliest hours of the morning.

3. Ayayorgi Bay: Looking at Fun from the Sea

Approaching Ayayorgi Bay, famous for Cesme's nightlife and Beach Club culture, from the sea instead of entering from land is a completely different luxury. While there is stress of finding sunbeds on land, you are in your own private area on your boat, right on the shore of that energetic atmosphere. Sipping your icy drink and swimming while music sounds reach your boat gently is the exact equivalent of the definition "being isolated within sociality".

4. Makri Island and Caves

For our guests who are passionate about diving or love to explore underwater with a snorkel, Makri Island is the most colorful stop of Cesme. The rocky structure around the island and underwater caves of various sizes host coral formations. The water here is a bit cooler; which allows you to revive in the summer heat. Your boat can dock right up to the rocks.

5. Gendarmerie Bay: Sound of Silence

Contrary to the activity on the northern side of Cesme, Gendarmerie Bay (Jandarma Koyu), which welcomes you on routes extending towards Altinkum, is known for its calmness. This place is usually out of the route of daily tour boats. Its sea with the lightest shades of turquoise is shallow and the bottom is sandy. It is one of the most ideal points where children can swim safely.

Limancepte Guide: Sailboat or Motor Yacht?

Since Cesme is a windy region, the type of boat you choose determines the comfort of your holiday as much as your route. Here is the comparison table: