French shipyard crafting aluminium bluewater sailboats for fearless global exploration since 1984.
Garcia Yachts, a French maritime innovator since 1984, specializes in aluminium bluewater sailboats designed to redefine exploration. Merging cutting-edge engineering with artisanal craftsmanship, Garcia creates vessels that blend safety, comfort, and performance for voyages to the world’s most remote regions.
Innovation & Design
Garcia’s lineup includes:
- Exploration 45: A 13.7m cruiser ideal for couples, featuring a retractable keel and hybrid propulsion for shallow-water access.
- Exploration 52: A 15.8m flagship model with reinforced aluminum hulls, carbon fiber spars, and advanced navigation systems.
- Explocat 52: A 15.8m catamaran-explorer hybrid, combining stability with expedition capabilities.
- Exploration 60: A 18.3m luxury cruiser awarded “Best Expedition Yacht” by Yachting World.
Technical Leadership
Key features:
- Aluminum Construction: Welded hulls and decks ensure durability and corrosion resistance, tested in polar and tropical conditions.
- Retractable Keel Technology: Adjustable keels enhance maneuverability, allowing access to remote anchorages.
- Sustainability: Recycled aluminum and solar/hydrogeneration systems reduce environmental impact.
Global Impact
Garcia yachts have circumnavigated Antarctica, crossed the Northwest Passage, and won awards for “Best Bluewater Cruiser.” Their “owner-first” approach includes personalized design consultations and lifelong maintenance, ensuring every yacht reflects individual vision.
Sustainability & Future
Garcia integrates “zero-waste” production processes and partners with renewable energy providers. Their “Adventure Without Limits” ethos ensures vessels adapt to any mission—from polar expeditions to tropical getaways.