M/S Dolce Mare

Dolce Mare is a 36 m gulet for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins, offering a private gulet charter in Bodrum, Turkey, with whirlpool baths in four cabins.
Built in 2011 by the Neta Marine shipyard, she pairs a wooden hull of epoxy, mahogany and iroko frames with a wood superstructure and a generous 8.30 m beam, which gives her wide, open decks and a steady motion at anchor. Her standout feature is the bathing: both master cabins and both triple cabins have a whirlpool bathtub, and the cushioned foredeck adds a jacuzzi for cooling off between swims.
A crew of five, captain plus four, looks after sailing, cooking and service from separate quarters. With six en-suite cabins, a shaded aft deck that seats all twelve guests and a well-stocked tender, she suits families and groups of friends sharing a week on the Turkish Riviera.

Life on board runs at the easy pace of a classic blue voyage. Mornings start with a swim from the sea ladder, days are spent moving between quiet bays, and evenings belong to long dinners on the aft deck. Inside, the cabins are finished in local marble with modern fittings, and each has air conditioning, heating, satellite TV, a DVD player and a 5+1 home theatre system. Twin 550 HP Volvo engines give a cruising speed of 12 knots, and three Kohler generators keep everything running comfortably at anchor, so the yacht feels self-contained wherever you choose to stop for the night.

Life Aboard M/S Dolce Mare

The deck layout is where her 8.30 m beam shows most. Forward, the extensive cushioned foredeck offers sun or shade, sunbathing mattresses and the on-deck jacuzzi, with a seating area at the bow that works well for drinks before dinner. Aft, a shaded deck holds a large dining table where all twelve guests sit together comfortably, then move to the cushions long after the meal is over. On cooler evenings the saloon takes over, with comfortable sofas, a TV and DVD player, Wi-Fi and a Sonos music system that can be switched through to the aft deck. A watermaker, washing machine and dishwasher support longer stays, and housekeeping is carried out daily.

Cabins and Whirlpool Suites

The six cabins are arranged in three matching pairs, which makes it easy to divide the yacht fairly between two families or several couples. Every cabin has its own marble en-suite bathroom, ample wardrobe space and a music system.

• 2 master cabins: king-size bed, sofa seating, a desk or dressing table, a private whirlpool bathtub and a separate en-suite bathroom.
• 2 triple cabins: a double bed and a single bed, a private whirlpool bathtub and an en-suite bathroom, practical for parents with a child or for three friends.
• 2 double cabins: large circular double beds, generous wardrobe space and modern marble en-suite bathrooms.

Crew and Service

Five professional crew run the yacht: the captain and four crew members, among them a chef who prepares meals on board for alfresco dining on the aft deck. They live in separate crew quarters, so guests keep the cabins, saloon and decks to themselves, and the team handles the cooking, service, daily housekeeping and the organisation of water sports. The yacht carries full sailing gear, so on suitable days the crew can set sail between anchorages.

Water Toys and Leisure

A speedboat with a 90 HP outboard engine serves as tender and tow boat, opening up quick trips ashore and time on the water away from the anchorage. Guests can paddle the canoe, try the windsurf, or snorkel with the masks, snorkels and flippers on board, and basic fishing equipment is available for quieter hours. Water skiing, ringo rides and wakeboarding are optional, and a jet ski can be arranged on request. Between swims there are backgammon and card games on deck, an iPod connection for your own music and the jacuzzi for a last soak before sunset.

Who Is Dolce Mare Ideal For?

Families and Multi-Generation Groups

Two triple cabins with a single bed alongside the double give families real flexibility, and the steady full-displacement hull makes life at anchor relaxed for younger and older guests alike. The canoe, snorkelling gear and tender rides keep children busy, while grandparents enjoy the shade of the aft deck.

Friends’ Getaways and Celebrations

A table for all twelve, a jacuzzi on the foredeck and music that follows you from the saloon to the aft deck make Dolce Mare a natural choice for a milestone birthday, a reunion or a pre-wedding week together.

Private and Executive Charters

Four cabins with whirlpool bathtubs, marble bathrooms and a crew in separate quarters give discerning guests the comfort and privacy they expect, with service that stays in the background until it is needed.

Cruising Areas: Bodrum Gulet Charter Routes

Dolce Mare is based in Bodrum, where a week can begin beneath the Castle of St Peter and move out to the bays of the peninsula and the Gulf of Gökova. One popular option is a one-way cruise east to Göcek, passing ancient Knidos, almond-scented Datça and the boatbuilding village of Bozburun before reaching the sheltered Gulf of Fethiye. Guests can also sail the route in reverse from Marmaris, finishing with swim stops at Çökertme and Orak Island. Routes are flexible and can be tailored to your wishes; our charter team will help you plan the itinerary. Discover more about gulet charters from Bodrum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dolce Mare suitable for families with children?

Yes. The two triple cabins combine a double and a single bed, the full-displacement hull keeps her steady at anchor, and the canoe, snorkelling gear and tender give children plenty to do in calm bays.

Can the itinerary be changed during the charter?

Yes. The sample routes are a starting point. The captain adjusts the plan to the weather and to your wishes, and our charter team can help you shape the week before you arrive.

Which cabins have whirlpool bathtubs?

Both master cabins and both triple cabins have a private whirlpool bathtub. The two double cabins have marble en-suite bathrooms, and every guest can use the jacuzzi on the foredeck.

Which water toys are on board?

A 90 HP speedboat, a canoe, a windsurf, snorkelling gear and basic fishing equipment are carried on board. Water skiing, ringo, wakeboarding and a jet ski are optional, so mention them when you enquire.

To check availability for your dates or plan a week on Dolce Mare, contact the Ekmar Yachting charter team and we will help you shape the charter around your group.