Moving a meeting from a hotel ballroom to the middle of the Aegean is something participants remember for years. Corporate yacht events – board meetings, client hospitality, dealer incentive trips and team days – are increasingly popular in Bodrum.
Why hold an event on a yacht?
- Privacy: in the middle of the sea, nobody outside can listen in.
- Focus: swim breaks and fresh air between sessions reduce the fatigue of long meetings.
- Prestige: a strong first impression when hosting key clients and partners.
- Motivation: a shared experience that feels like a reward for the team.
Start with the purpose
A strategy meeting, client hospitality or simply a team celebration? The purpose sets the type of boat, the pace of the programme and the level of catering. A quiet motor yacht suits a meeting-focused day; a gulet with wide decks suits a celebration.
The right boat for your group size
- 4–8 people: a boutique motor yacht such as Dream Of Angel for board meetings.
- 8–15 people: Ibiza or Queen Of Angel.
- 15–30 people: The Cabana or Sunrise.
- 30 people and more: Black Angel, which welcomes up to 125 guests.
For meetings and dining we recommend staying a little below the boat’s maximum capacity – room for everyone to sit comfortably has a direct effect on productivity.
A sample day
09:30 Welcome and coffee at Halikarnas Pier. 10:00 Departure; first session at anchor in a quiet bay. 12:30 Swim break and lunch in Aquarium Bay. 14:00 Second session or free time. 16:00 A long stop and group photo at Orak Island. 18:00 Return – or a closing that runs until sunset.
Things to plan for
- Technical needs: Wi-Fi, TV and a sound system are on most of our boats; tell us in advance about extras such as a projector.
- Catering: collect participants’ dietary preferences and allergies beforehand.
- Corporate identity: let us know about logos, flags or product presentations.
- Photo and drone: footage for your corporate communications keeps the value of the event alive long after.
- Weather: planning a backup date or an alternative route through sheltered bays is a good idea.
Budget and booking
For corporate events the cost depends on the boat, duration, group size and catering. June and September are both better value and calmer. In high season we recommend booking at least a few weeks ahead to secure your date.
Frequently asked questions
Can we receive an invoice?
We agree invoicing and payment details with you at the quotation stage.
Is it quiet enough for a meeting on board?
Sessions take place while the boat is at anchor; with the engines off it is very quiet.
Send us the purpose, date and number of participants and we’ll prepare a quote with suitable boats and a sample programme.