M/S Long Island

Long Island is a 39 m (127’11”) motor-sailer for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, a roomy choice for motor-sailer charter in Marmaris, Turkey. Built in 2019 by Sökmen Kardeşler Shipyard and refitted in 2022, she carries a professional crew of six to seven and offers an 8.50 m beam for just ten guests.
Her full-displacement hull stays steady at anchor, so evenings in a quiet bay remain comfortable. Below deck there is a master suite, three double cabins and a twin, each with its own bathroom and individual air conditioning. Above, bow sunbathing mattresses and a sea-view dining lounge on the aft deck set the pace of the day, while a Jet Ski, Seabob, E-Foil and an 8 m sport tender are ready for active guests. She suits families and groups of friends who want room to spread out.

Twin 650 HP MAN engines give a cruising speed of 11 knots and a maximum of 13, enough to link the bays of the Turkish coast without hurrying. Two 50 kW Cummins generators and two 28.5 kVA auxiliary generators support the systems on board. The saloon has a Smart TV, a Bluetooth music system and high-speed Wi-Fi, with coffee machines and an ice maker close at hand. A watermaker and a laundry and ironing service keep longer cruises comfortable. With only ten guests on a 236 GT wooden hull, nobody needs to queue for a sunbed, a bathroom or a quiet corner.

Life Aboard M/S Long Island

Life on board centres on the deck. Sunbathing mattresses stretch across the bow, outdoor furniture and a sea-view dining lounge fill the aft deck, and a sea ladder makes swimming simple from the first stop. Meals come from the fully equipped galley, and the aft-deck lounge keeps lunch at anchor and evening dinners within sight of the water. Daily housekeeping, continuous air conditioning throughout the interior zones and a saloon with a Smart TV give the group somewhere cool and comfortable when the afternoon sun is at its height. On a week along Türkiye’s south-western coast, the days settle into an easy pattern of swimming, sailing and long meals together.

Cabins and Accommodation

Long Island sleeps ten guests in five cabins, laid out for couples, friends and families travelling together. Every cabin has an en-suite bathroom with a shower box and WC, individual remote-controlled air conditioning, a hairdryer, premium towels and bed linen, and daily housekeeping.

• Master suite: the principal cabin on board, with a private en-suite bathroom.
• Three double cabins: suited to couples or friends sharing a double bed, each with its own en-suite bathroom.
• Twin cabin: two single beds, practical for children or for friends who prefer separate beds.

Crew and Service

A professional crew of six to seven looks after the yacht and her ten guests. The captain leads the team, with a chef in the galley and deckhands handling the decks, tenders and water toys. The crew live in separate quarters, which keeps the guest cabins and deck spaces private. Service runs through the whole day, from daily housekeeping in the cabins to the laundry and ironing service on longer cruises.

Water Toys and Leisure

An 8.00 m sport tender with an 80 HP Mercury outboard takes guests ashore or to the next swim stop, and a second, 15 HP Mercury service tender is also on board. The toy collection covers every energy level:

• Powered: Jet Ski, Seabob and E-Foil.
• Towed: water skis for adults and children, a wakeboard, a towable ringo and a 2-seat inflatable.
• Paddle and snorkel: two stand-up paddleboards, two kayaks and snorkelling equipment.
• Fishing: basic fishing gear for a line over the stern.

Back on board, the Smart TV in the saloon, the Bluetooth music system and high-speed Wi-Fi cover the quieter hours.

Who Is Long Island Ideal For?

Families and Multi-Generation Groups

Five cabins, a twin cabin for younger guests and water skis in adult and child sizes make Long Island workable for families. The hull sits steadily at anchor, and the generous deck space lets different ages share the yacht without crowding each other.

Friends’ Getaways and Celebrations

Ten guests fit around the aft-deck dining lounge together, which suits a milestone birthday, a reunion or a pre-wedding trip. The crew handle the cooking and housekeeping, so the group can concentrate on each other.

Young Groups on a Blue Voyage

The Jet Ski, Seabob, E-Foil, wakeboard and ringo give a group plenty to do between swim stops, and the Bluetooth music system suits the evenings on deck.

Private and Executive Charters

A crew of six to seven for ten guests, with separate crew quarters, gives the privacy and attentive service that executive guests and their assistants look for. Each guest has an en-suite cabin with individual climate control.

Motor-Sailer Charter in Marmaris: Cruising Areas and Suggested Routes

Long Island is based in Marmaris, where pine-covered hills shelter the bay and the Marmaris charter region opens onto both the Aegean and the Mediterranean. A sample one-way week runs from Marmaris past the coves of the Bozburun Peninsula and the ancient walls of Loryma, into the Hisarönü Gulf and on to Datça. From Knidos the route turns north into the Gulf of Gökova, with swim stops at Kissebükü, Çökertme and Orak Island before the arrival in Bodrum. Crossings to the Greek islands, such as Rhodes and Symi, are available on request. Routes are flexible and can be tailored to your wishes – our charter team will help you plan the itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the route be changed?

Yes. The Marmaris to Bodrum week above is a sample itinerary, and the charter team can adjust it to your wishes, from the bays you want to visit to the number of stops each day.

Is Long Island suitable for children?

She has a twin cabin, water skis in child sizes, a 2-seat inflatable, kayaks and snorkelling equipment, so younger guests have plenty to do. Please tell the charter team the children’s ages and any special requirements when you enquire.

Can we cruise to the Greek islands?

Cruising into Greek waters from Marmaris is available on request. Tell the charter team which islands interest you and they will advise on the itinerary.

Who looks after guests on board?

A professional crew of six to seven, with a captain, a chef and deckhands, looks after the ten guests. They live in separate crew quarters, so the guest areas stay private.

To check availability for a motor-sailer charter in Marmaris or ask about Long Island, send an enquiry to the Ekmar Yachting charter team.