Sailing the Turquoise Coast: Our Commitment to Sustainable Travel in Turkey
When you step aboard a yacht with goturkeysail, you aren't just booking a vacation; you are entering a fragile, sapphire-blue world that we call home. We know that our guests choose the Turkish Riviera for its untouched beauty, crystal-clear water, and the serenity of hidden coves. To keep this magic alive, we prioritize sustainable tourism and eco friendly sailing in everything we do.
Here is how we work together to protect the Turquoise Coast while ensuring you have the most luxurious and mindful holiday of your life.
Guarding the "Rainforests" of the Ocean
Beneath your boat lies a hidden treasure: Posidonia Oceanica, also known as Neptune Grass. These underwater meadows provide oxygen to the Mediterranean and act as a nursery for colorful fish.
What we do: Our captains are experts in responsible anchoring. We prioritize using mooring buoys in sensitive areas like Göcek and Fethiye to ensure our anchors don't scar the sea floor.
The Benefit: By protecting these meadows, we ensure that the water you swim in remains the clearest and most vibrant in the world.
Respecting Our Coastal Neighbors
The Turkish coastline is one of the few remaining homes for the endangered Mediterranean Monk Seal and the beloved Caretta Caretta (Loggerhead Sea Turtles).
Peaceful Coexistence: We train our crew to maintain a respectful distance from wildlife. For our guests, this means mindful wildlife watching where we observe these majestic creatures without disturbing their natural habitat.
Silent Nights: We promote low-impact sailing by minimizing generator use during the night, allowing you to enjoy the silence of the stars and ensuring marine life isn't disrupted by noise pollution.
Leading with the Blue Card System
You might hear us mention the Blue Card (Mavi Kart). In Turkey, this is a pioneering environmental program that tracks waste management for every vessel.
Total Transparency: While you enjoy your breakfast on deck, we handle the behind the scenes waste management with 100% compliance. We never discharge waste into the sea; instead, we use certified pump-out stations to keep the bays of Marmaris and Bodrum pristine for your morning swim.
Why This Matters to Your Experience
A sustainable yacht charter isn't about limitations; it’s about quality. It’s about eating the freshest local olives, swimming in water so clear you can see 20 meters down, and knowing that your presence is helping not hurting the environment.
