Gulet Elara 1

Why Charter Gulet Elara 1 in Bodrum

The 43 meter Gulet Elara 1, operates out of Bodrum, Turkey. Placing her among the larger vessels available for Bodrum yacht charter. Originally built in 2010, she underwent a refit in 2023, combining a traditional Turkish gulet hull, with updated interiors, technical and mechanical systems. A generous 9 meter beam ensures her deck areas offer width, even compared to the standards of large gulets.

She carries a Luxury class designation, reflected in her scale, her twin 750 HP Volvo Penta engines, and the extensive inventory of her onboard facilities. With a 24 kVA generator, GPS, radar and depth sounder cover navigation equipment, that support extended cruising along the Turkish coastline. She provides a comfortable cruising speed, of around 12 knots.

Twelve Cabin Layout for 24 Guests

Elara 1 sleeps up to 24 guests, within 12 cabins, split evenly between six double cabins and six twin cabins. Each cabin has its own private bathroom, air conditioning, wardrobe and hairdryer, ensuring guests receive a consistent standard, regardless of cabin type.

This layout works well for multi-family charters, corporate groups, or larger social parties, where privacy and even cabin standards matter, across the full guest list, rather than being concentrated in one or two suites.

Outdoor Living and Deck Features

Deck space includes a dedicated sunbathing area with sunbeds, an outdoor dining area, a separate option from the indoor dining table, and a barbecue area, for providing al fresco meals. A Jacuzzi adds a further facility to the sun deck, beyond the standard lounging space.

For water-based activity, the yacht carries; water ski equipment, a wakeboard, paddle board, kayak, canoe, snorkeling gear and fishing equipment, covering most watersports requests, guests are likely to need over a weekly charter at sea.

Premium Amenities Onboard

The galley is fully equipped and also supported by; a wine cooler, ice maker, dishwasher, oven, microwave and coffee machine, allowing the onboard chef the tools necessary, to run a full board catering program without restriction. A water purification system and dedicated water heater, cover day-to-day needs across a 24-guest charter.

In the evenings, a schnapps bar and cocktail menu, a dance floor and portable party speakers, support guests planning some onboard entertainment, while a relaxation music system offers a calmer alternative, on deck. Wi-Fi, USB charging ports and wireless charging units, run throughout the vessel, keeping guests connected.

Crew, Service and Charter Terms

A crew of 7, including; a captain, chef and hostess, or service staff, handle daily cleaning, housekeeping and bar service, for the duration of the charter. Full board catering, including all soft drinks, is priced at €80 per person per day, and guests may bring their own alcoholic drinks, at no extra charge.

Chartering Elara 1 provides a unique option for larger groups, that sits within the wider fleet of Turkey gulets, offering a good reference point, for guests comparing large-capacity Luxury class vessels, along the Turkish coastline.