Karpaz Gate Marina launches RYA course and hotel package
Karpaz Gate Marina, an international-standard marina resort in North Cyprus, has announced a unique opportunity for people to achieve powerboat skipper qualifications while staying at its on-site boutique hotel.
With places for September available now, the new package includes a two-day RYA Powerboat Level 2 course at the marina’s RYA Training Centre, plus two nights’ stay, including breakfast, at the nautical-themed hotel.
The RYA training is open to anyone over the age of 12 and offers all you need to know for self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. The course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery, plus other boat driving skills. No other pre-course experience or knowledge is required.
The powerboat course and hotel package provides a chance for people to gain the confidence and skills to handle a boat safely. Participants have the option to convert the certification to a commercially endorsed licence if required.
New for 2022, it is also possible to charter a powerboat at Karpaz Gate Marina to explore the coves and islands in the area. The skippered day charters are available on a four-cabin 16m/52ft Azimut motoryacht for up to 10 people or a 7m/22ft Yamaha motorboat for a maximum of four people. Food and drinks can be supplied and priced on request.
Award-winning, 5 Gold Anchor-standard Karpaz Gate Marina is located in a bay on the Karpaz peninsula, offering berthing and technical facilities for international sailors.
The 52-room hotel features a distinctly nautical theme, complete with touches such as teak deck floors, white wood-washed ceilings and sailing visuals. Further leisure amenities include a hammam and spa, Beach Club with infinity pool, fitness centre and Hemingway’s Resto-Bar.
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course with 2 nights’ stay at Karpaz Gate Marina Hotel is available for single occupancy during September, every Monday to Wednesday and Friday to Sunday, priced at €550 on weekdays and €600 for weekends.
Prices for powerboat day charters start at €250 for the day on 7m motorboat Irem. The cost is €900 for a half day or €1,400 for a full day on 16m yacht My Way.
Karpaz Gate recently announced the expansion of its leisure facilities and an enhanced dry dock area. The latest developments include the addition of a yacht club with a lounge and meeting room, which will also serve as the base for the RYA Training Centre.