Garcia Yachting Exploration 52
About this yacht
The Garcia Yachting Exploration 52 represents a rare breed in modern yacht design: a serious bluewater cruising sailboat conceived without compromise. Built since 2015, this 15.60-meter aluminum sailing yacht combines expedition-grade capability with genuine liveaboard comfort across her three guest cabins. What sets the Garcia Exploration 52 apart is her fundamental architecture. The aluminum hull, ranging from 5 to 12mm in thickness, meets CE Category A certification for open ocean navigation. Watertight bulkheads at bow and stern provide structural integrity, while protected appendages—including a shaft enclosed within a protective fin and aluminum rudders with composite sacrificial zones—safeguard essential systems against impact. Her centerboard configuration transforms the cruising experience. With draft reduced, this performance cruiser accesses shallow anchorages, remote lagoons, and poorly charted waters that remain off-limits to most offshore sailboats. The twin rudder setup ensures controlled handling when sailing downwind with the board raised, allowing the yacht to glide smoothly through breaking waves without the jarring deceleration common in traditional designs. True autonomy defines this bluewater sailboat. Freshwater capacity reaches 880 liters, supplemented by a watermaker. Diesel storage extends to 1200 liters. Solar panels, hydrogenerator, and optional generator provide energy independence for extended passages far from marinas. The yacht carries over two tons of equipment, provisions, and spares—distributed across interior stowage, a dedicated sail locker, exterior compartments, and a proper workshop for tools and parts. From the protected helm station—a rigid hardtop positioned just outside the companionway—the helmsman enjoys forward visibility and weather protection while remaining connected to sail handling. The interior chart table functions as a second helm station with full access to navigation instruments and engine controls, offering a 270-degree panoramic view. Whether conditions turn rough or mild, watch can be maintained from the warm center of the boat. The deck saloon design floods the interior with natural light through large windows and hull portholes, creating constant visual connection with the surrounding seascape. Thermal insulation measuring 74mm in the hull, combined with insulated floors, double glazing, and efficient ventilation, maintains comfort in extreme temperatures from high latitudes to tropical zones. Diesel-fired central heating distributes warmth evenly and quietly when needed. Interior design by Isabelle Racoupeau balances contemporary elegance with offshore functionality. Brushed aluminum trim accents quality woodwork. LED lighting complements abundant natural light. Materials are selected for durability and aesthetics, with options for customized tinting, upholstery, and hull colors to reflect individual taste. Architect Olivier Racoupeau's hull design delivers performance without sacrificing comfort. Weight distribution—anchor chain, water, and fuel—is centralized to optimize seaworthiness. Daily runs exceeding 180 nautical miles are regularly achieved. The deck layout, generous fittings, and well-staggered sail plan with lines led aft enable true short-handed or solo operation. All essential systems aboard this racer-cruiser are designed for accessibility. Hull passages, fuel and water systems, electrical networks, and technical equipment can be reached easily for routine checks, maintenance, or emergency repairs at sea—a philosophy that extends cruising range by ensuring problems can be addressed wherever they arise. The Garcia Exploration 52 is purpose-built for sailors who refuse to choose between capability and comfort, between performance and protection. She's a sailing yacht designed to reach the planet's most remote corners and remain there, in complete self-sufficiency, for as long as the horizon calls.
Activities & Experiences
- Diving — Dedicated storage for diving equipment and convenient water access for easy entry and exit
- Fishing — Facilities and layout suitable for recreational fishing activities on board
- Sea & Ocean Exploration — Long-range capability, typically around 3,000 nautical miles, enabling ocean crossings and remote destinations
- Water Sports Activities — Suitable for a wide range of water sports, including towing and board sports
- Family Leisure — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family, including safe spaces and shared living areas
- Travel & Cruising — Suitable for extended cruising, typically from 300 nautical miles and above
- Regatta Participation — Designed or suitable for participation in sailing regattas
Onboard Amenities
- Explorer Capability — Designed for operation in remote and challenging regions such as polar areas or extreme environments
Suitable For
- Family — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family
- Travel — Suitable for extended cruising journeys
- Southern Areas — Design optimized for warmer southern climates
Specifications
- Length
- 15.60 m
- Guests
- 10
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull Type
- Monohull
- Hull Material
- Aluminium
- Design School
- French
- Country of Build
- France
- Engine Type
- Inboard
- Engine Power
- 115.00 HP
- Fuel Capacity
- 1200.00 l
- Navigation Category
- CE Category A (Ocean)
- Price
- 1900000.00 EUR