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The Maltese Falcon in Bodrum: The Turkish-Made World’s Largest Sailing Yacht is Back in the Aegean

The Maltese Falcon in Bodrum

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From Turkey to the World: A Success Story

The story of the Maltese Falcon is, in fact, a Turkish success story. Built in 2006 at the Yıldız Shipyard in Tuzla, Istanbul, by an experienced team of 200 people over a period of 3 years, this magnificent sailing yacht is the finest example of the world-class quality of the Turkish shipbuilding industry. The yacht, produced for the American millionaire Tom Perkins, was delivered to its owner with a grand ceremony at the Çırağan Palace in 2006. In 2009, it was sold to the Greek-origin businesswoman Elena Ambrosiadou for $150 million, passing to its current owner.

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2025 Bodrum Visit: Back in the Aegean

This massive 88-meter long sailing yacht visited Bodrum in July 2025. It first anchored near Aquarium Bay off the coast of Bodrum’s Bitez neighborhood. During its visit, the yacht attracted great interest from tourists and locals. Especially on the Yalıkavak coast and in the harbor, citizens gathered to take close-up photos of this legendary sailing yacht.

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VIP Transfer Services for the Maltese Falcon Visit:

  • Mercedes Vito Vehicles: Special comfortable transportation to Yalıkavak Marina and Aquarium Bay
  • Professional Drivers: A team knowledgeable about the history and technical details of the Maltese Falcon
  • Flexible Routes: Optimal routes to yacht-watching points
  • Special Packages: VIP transfer solutions for photo shoots and marina tours

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Technical Marvels: The DynaRig System

What makes the Maltese Falcon truly special is not just its size, but its advanced technology. The 12.6-meter wide yacht is equipped with carbon fiber sail masts, a world-first. Thanks to the DynaRig system, the 2,400 square meter sail area - the size of a full football field - is managed electronically via a touchscreen.

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Performance Features:

  • Can reach speeds of up to 30 knots
  • Can cross the Atlantic in 10 days
  • Weighs 1,240 tons
  • Can accommodate 12 guests in 6 cabins

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The Economic Dimension: 580,000 Euros Per Week

The charter price of the Maltese Falcon is another indicator of how special this yacht is. The weekly rental fee of €580,000 shows that it is in the highest segment of ultra-luxury tourism.

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Bodrum: The Choice of Superyachts

The Maltese Falcon’s choice to visit Bodrum again proves the importance of our destination for international yachting tourism. Yalıkavak Marina and the surrounding sheltered bays offer ideal conditions for world-class superyachts to anchor safely.

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