Quick answer
Whole-boat charters in Side for big groups — a gulet or larger yacht hired for your party and priced per boat, not per seat. We match the vessel to your group size, arrange hotel pickup, and confirm capacity when you enquire on the product page.
A large private boat in Side is a whole-boat charter you hire for your own group — a gulet or a bigger yacht — priced per boat, not per seat. We match the vessel to your party, so the right choice depends on how many of you are travelling. Send us your group size and we confirm the boat and its capacity. Browse the private boats in Side to enquire.
How large-group charters work with us
We run a real private fleet out of Side and Kumköy, and every boat is hired for your group alone. That means no strangers sharing your deck, no fixed seat count to squeeze into, and a route you agree with the captain rather than one dictated by a timetable. For a big party — an extended family, a stag or hen group, a work outing, a birthday — the whole-boat model is usually the sensible one.
The one thing we will not do is quote you a capacity number over a blog. Boats vary, availability varies, and the honest answer is the same every time: tell us how many people you are and we will put you on a vessel that fits comfortably. That conversation takes a minute and saves you from booking the wrong boat.
Which boats suit bigger groups
Our private range runs from an intimate VIP boat for couples and small groups up to a classic wooden gulet built for relaxed, larger parties. Here is how the fleet is shaped, described by the kind of group each one tends to suit rather than by a fixed headcount.
| Boat | Style | Suits a group of… |
|---|---|---|
| Private VIP boat from Side | Sleek, exclusive day out | Couples and small groups |
| Private yacht from Kumköy | Yacht comfort, more deck space | Medium to larger groups |
| Private gulet charter | Classic wooden gulet, easy pace | Larger, relaxed parties |
| Luxury motor yacht, full day | Premium private yacht | Groups wanting a step up |
| Private yacht from Alanya | Yacht day from the Alanya side | Groups based further east |
If your group is on the bigger side, the gulet and the larger yachts are where we usually point you. Send your numbers and we will confirm which of these has the room and the availability for your date.
The gulet: the classic big-group choice
A gulet is the traditional Turkish wooden charter boat — wide decks, plenty of shaded and open lounging space, and an unhurried pace that suits a group that wants to spread out, swim, eat and talk rather than tick off a rigid itinerary. It is the boat people picture when they imagine a proper day at sea off this coast.
Because it is a private hire, the day is yours: your captain, your swim stops, your timing within the day's window. Exact features, layout and the number it takes are confirmed on the gulet charter page and when you enquire — we would rather you saw the real boat details than a number we invented.
Yachts for a step up in comfort
If your group wants something faster or more polished than a gulet, the private yachts are the answer. The Kumköy yacht gives you more deck and cabin space than the VIP boat, and the luxury motor yacht is the premium end of our private range for a full day. Groups based around Alanya can take the Alanya private yacht instead of travelling west.
All of these are private, priced per boat, and matched to your party. Ready to pin down the right yacht? Tell us your group size and date and we will confirm the vessel.
What a private charter actually costs
Every private boat is priced per boat, on request — never per seat. You hire the whole vessel and split one price across your group. That is why a private charter can look dear for two people and work out sensibly for a big party: the same boat cost divides across everyone on board.
For contrast, our shared per-seat trips start around EUR 20–33 per person. A private charter sits above that on paper, but for a large group the per-head figure often lands in reasonable territory once you divide it up — and you get the boat to yourselves. We do not publish invented private prices here; live pricing sits on each tour page, and we quote your exact boat when you enquire.
| Shared per-seat trip | Private charter | |
|---|---|---|
| Priced by | Per person / per seat | Per boat (split by your group) |
| Who's on board | You and other guests | Your group only |
| Route & timing | Set schedule | Agreed with your captain |
| From (guide) | Around EUR 20–33 pp | Per-boat quote on request |
| Best for | Solo, couples, budget days | Big groups, private occasions |
Where these boats depart from
Most of our private fleet leaves from the Side and Kumköy area, which keeps transfers short for guests staying around Side, Manavgat and the nearby resorts. If your group is based further east, the Alanya yacht departs from that side instead. You can see the full line-up on the Side departures hub and pick the departure point that suits where you are staying.
Hotel pickup and transfers
Hotel transfer is arranged as part of your booking. Guests are picked up from their hotel in the morning; the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel. When you enquire, give us your hotel name and area along with your group size so we can set the pickup and put you on the right boat.
How to book the right boat
The whole process comes down to one message. Send us your group size, your preferred date and where you are staying, and we will confirm the vessel, its capacity and a per-boat price. Because these are private hires, popular dates in high season fill up, so it is worth enquiring early.
Have a look through the private boats in Side, open the boat that looks right for your party, and use the enquiry option on the product page to get your quote.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit on your large private boats?
It depends on the vessel, and we match the boat to your party rather than quote a fixed number here. The gulet and larger yachts suit bigger groups. Send us your group size and we will confirm the boat and its capacity on the product page or when you enquire.
How much does a large private boat charter cost?
Private boats are priced per boat, on request — not per seat. You hire the whole vessel and split one price across your group, which is why it works out sensibly for a big party. Shared per-seat trips start around EUR 20–33 per person for comparison; live private pricing is on each tour page.
Is a private charter worth it for a big group?
For a large party, usually yes. You get the boat to yourselves, a route agreed with the captain and no strangers on deck, and the single per-boat price divides across everyone on board. The more of you there are, the more sensible the per-head cost becomes.
Which boat is best for a large group — a gulet or a yacht?
The gulet is the classic choice for a larger, relaxed party that wants space to spread out at an easy pace. The bigger yachts suit groups after more speed or a premium feel. Tell us your numbers and priorities and we will point you to the right one.
Do you arrange hotel pickup for the group?
Yes. Hotel transfer is arranged with your booking. Guests are picked up from their hotel in the morning; the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel. Give us your hotel and area when you enquire.
Ready to charter for your group? Browse the private boats in Side, pick the vessel that fits your party, and send us your group size for a per-boat quote.