The Moorings Opens Fethiye Charter Base Offering Sailing and Power Catamarans

The Moorings has announced a new charter base in Fethiye, Turkey, that will bring sailing and power catamarans to the Gulf of Fethiye from July 2026. The move expands The Moorings’ Mediterranean footprint and gives charterers access to sheltered waters, short passages and local cultural attractions that make the area attractive for both short hops and longer blue-cruise itineraries.

The announcement on January 20, 2026, confirmed the initial fleet for Fethiye will include the TM 4600-5 and TM 5200-6 sailing catamarans alongside a TM 464PC power catamaran. Yachts will be offered with or without a skipper, so experienced bareboat crews can take control while guests preferring guided vacations can book skippered charters. Bookings open through The Moorings’ online platform and its reservation channels ahead of the July launch.

For charterers who plan routes, the Gulf of Fethiye is pitched as an easygoing cruising ground. Short passages between anchorages reduce overnight passages and give more time for provisioning, exploring shore towns and anchoring in protected bays. That combination of manageable navigation and local attractions appeals to families, mixed-skill crews and charterers who want to mix sailing days with visits ashore.

The mix of sailing and power catamarans adds practical flexibility. The TM 4600-5 and TM 5200-6 provide classic twin-hull stability and space for social cockpit life and island hopping, while the TM 464PC offers quicker point-to-point options and a planing-style pace for those who favor powered days over sail time. Offering both bareboat and skippered options allows crews to match experience level to vessel type and itinerary complexity.

Local operators and fleet managers will face the usual seasonal logistics of provisioning, marina berthing and check-in procedures, so planning early is advisable. The Moorings’ reservation channels will handle bookings and standard charter paperwork; interested crews should confirm preferred dates and vessel types soon to secure peak-season slots.

What this means for readers is straightforward: more choice in the Turkish Aegean and a new base that suits a wide range of charters, from hands-on bareboat crews to those who want a skippered getaway. With doors opening in July 2026, plan itineraries, check vessel availability and lock in reservations if you want to set course for Fethiye this summer.