Founder · Senior Captain
Captain Ahmet Yıldız
Navigating the Bosphorus · TURSAB A-Group licence #14316 · Direct booking
Captain Ahmet founded Merry Tourism with a single chartered yacht and a clear principle: a tourist on the Bosphorus deserves the same operator-led service a local would get. The same principle still runs every cruise — direct booking, transparent pricing, and a captain on every boat who has personally crossed every kilometre of the strait more times than anyone outside the Coast Guard.
Areas of Expertise
Bosphorus Strait Navigation
Regular transits across all 31 km of the Bosphorus, in every season and weather condition that Turkish maritime regulation permits.
Pier & Marina Operations
Working knowledge of Karaköy, Kabataş, Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş, and Üsküdar piers — including which boarding flow fits which cruise type and which transfer profile.
Group + Private Itineraries
Experience hosting solo travelers, families, corporate groups (up to 60), wedding parties, and proposal couples. Custom routing within Bosphorus operating limits.
Maritime Safety & Compliance
TURSAB A-Group licence #14316. Every MerrySails vessel meets full Turkish maritime safety regulation.
Articles by Captain Ahmet
- Best Bosphorus Cruise Istanbul 2026 — Guide
- Best Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Companies 2026
- Bosphorus Cruise vs Ferry — Decision Guide 2026
- Istanbul Dinner Cruise Etiquette & Tips 2026
- Private Yacht Price Guide Istanbul 2026
Direct Contact
Ask Captain Ahmet about your cruise
Booking a private yacht for a proposal, a corporate evening, or a multi-generation family group? Captain Ahmet personally reviews complex bookings before confirmation.