A traditional Asian sailing vessel, the gulet is also present on the pleasure craft market. Composed of several battened and balanced sails, its rigging has an aesthetic appearance that is both surprising and exotic for western boaters.
With its « animal form», hiking between the wings of fish, dragons or butterflies, the gulet is a real change of scenery in its own right. Shipbuilding enthusiasts are often in awe when they discover the subtleties of its architecture. It is therefore no surprise that in 2010 the manufacturing technique of Chinese gulets was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A most exotic cruise on a gulet
Cruisers will notice that the use of bamboo battens along the entire length of the canvas makes it possible to stiffen the sail while maintaining its shape. The sail's orientation is then optimized by an ingenious network of sheets, the latter being connected to a main sheet. Thus, the gulet has a different maneuverability from that of sailboats; a godsend for sailors who like to experiment with new steering sensations.
Lovers of the sea who have the immense privilege of visiting a coastal city in Asia should not miss the chance to charter a gulet. They will then be able to experience an exceptional cruise in the Pacific, where there is an abundance of magical landscapes, isolated coves and deserted beaches. They will have the choice between renting a private, more intimate gulet or traveling on the side of the boat of a collective gulet, in a friendly atmosphere with passengers from all over the world.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 10 964 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer, Mechanic, Masseuse |
| Average price per week | $10,548 |
| Minimum weekly price | $614 |
| Maximum price per week | $690,418 |