radical.
all-terrain.
spacious.

aluminium hull
& centreboarder

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

centerboarder

Access to shallow anchorages for greater freedom and safety. Comfort and safety when sailing downwind, with the centerboard raised.

The freedom to sail where few ever go

the centerboarder gets you everywhere

Thanks to its shallow draft with the centerboard raised,Exploration 52 access lagoons, shallow waters, and the most remote and tranquil beaches. The most adventurous explorers can also venture confidently into areas that are still poorly charted. In case of bad weather, the centerboarder offers the reassuring possibility of accessing sheltered areas, even shallow ones.

LARGE TANKS FOR SELF-SUFFICIENCY

With its 880 L freshwater tanks, Watermaker, and 1200 L diesel tanks, this 52 foot yacht, a true Blue water yacht, can sail for a very long time away from marinas, in complete independence. Hydrogenerator, Solar panels, Generator, energy autonomy is also ensured by a choice of equipment. The most remote regions are accessible for long periods.

LARGE CARRYING CAPACITY

The Exploration 52 also has a real Workshop for tools and spare parts. With its numerous interior stowages, large sail locker and voluminous exterior storage areas, this 52 foot yacht has a carrying capacity of over 2 tons. Paddles, bicycles, sports equipment such as skis and scuba tanks can be taken on board for all types of leisure or exploration.

EASILY ACCESSIBLE SYSTEMS

On board a Garcia, nothing is left to chance. All essential onboard systems – hull passages, fuel and water systems, electrical networks, technical equipment – are designed from the outset to be easily accessible, whether for a routine check, a maintenance operation or a one-off intervention at sea.

GO ANYWHERE,
SAFELY

the centerboarder gets you everywhere

Thanks to its shallow draft with the centerboard raised,Exploration 52 access lagoons, shallow waters, and the most remote and tranquil beaches. The most adventurous explorers can also venture confidently into areas that are still poorly charted. In case of bad weather, the centerboarder offers the reassuring possibility of accessing sheltered areas, even shallow ones.

LARGE TANKS FOR SELF-SUFFICIENCY

With its 880 L freshwater tanks, Watermaker, and 1200 L diesel tanks, this 52 foot yacht, a true Blue water yacht, can sail for a very long time away from marinas, in complete independence. Hydrogenerator, Solar panels, Generator, energy autonomy is also ensured by a choice of equipment. The most remote regions are accessible for long periods.

LARGE CARRYING CAPACITY

The Exploration 52 also has a real Workshop for tools and spare parts. With its numerous interior stowages, large sail locker and voluminous exterior storage areas, this 52 foot yacht has a carrying capacity of over 2 tons. Paddles, bicycles, sports equipment such as skis and scuba tanks can be taken on board for all types of leisure or exploration.

EASILY ACCESSIBLE SYSTEMS

On board a Garcia, nothing is left to chance. All essential onboard systems – hull passages, fuel and water systems, electrical networks, technical equipment – are designed from the outset to be easily accessible, whether for a routine check, a maintenance operation or a one-off intervention at sea.

a new
dimension
comfort

270° VIEW TO THE OUTSIDE

On this 3-cabin Garcia Exploration sailboat, whether at anchor or in port, you’re inside and constantly interacting with the outside world. Whether seated or standing, the large windows and hull portholes give young and old alike a view of the outside world, the sea, the sails and the landscape. This unique feeling of being outside while being inside is incomparable when you live on a long-distance boat.

THERMAL INSULATION

Big cold or tropical heat, with its 74 mm hull thermal insulation, insulated floors, double glazing and wide vents, the Exploration 52 protects its crew from extreme temperatures. The boat can be heated by radiators fed by a central diesel-fired boiler. Heat is distributed evenly and silently. This equipment also provides soundproofing, both at sea and at anchor in high winds. On board the Exploration 52, comfort is total and serene.

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QUALITY of finish

Every detail on board reflects Garcia’s signature exacting standards and refinement. Materials are selected for their quality, durability and aesthetics, then meticulously assembled. The interior design, conceived by Isabelle Racoupeau, combines contemporary elegance, functionality at sea and warmth for living. Fine brushed aluminium trim runs elegantly around the woodwork, enhancing the interior design. The lighting, carefully studied, combines abundant natural light with LED strips to create a soothing ambience, day and night. Tinted woodwork, upholstery or hullcolor… each yacht can be tastefully customized to reflect the personality of its owners. Because living aboard a Garcia means choosing an aesthetic as demanding as your program.

architect’s analysis

Architect for some of the world’s biggest boatyards and author of numerous one-offs, Olivier Racoupeau is the architect behind the Garcia Exploration monohulls .

This first video in a 4-part web series presents the choice of aluminium sailboats and the advantages of centerboarder.

Watch the entire web series on the Youtube channel. Garcia Yachts.

Plans & versions

2 DOUBLE CABINS
1 SINGLE CABIN
2 BATHROOMS
1 STORAGE AREA

2 DOUBLE CABINS
1 SINGLE CABIN
2 BATHROOMS
1 STORAGE AREA

compare the technical specifications of our monohulls

Architect and Designer
Hull length
Hull beam
Draft (centerboard down)
Draft (centerboard up)
Air draft (excluding antenna)
Displacement
Lest
Upwind sail – aluminum mast.
Gennaker / Spinnaker
Engine
Diesel capacity
Water capacity
Number of cabins
Number of berths

Cabinet Berret – Scraper
45 ft / 13.49 m
14.56 ft / 4.44 m
9.50 ft / 2.90 m
3.74 ft / 1.14 m
64.96 ft / 19.80 m
32 lbs / 14,61 t
10 lbs / 4,54 t
980 sqft / 91 m2
980-1720 sqft / 90-160 m2
80 CV / 59,5 kW
185 US gal / 700 l
132 US gal / 500 l
2 – 3
5 – 6 – 8

Cabinet Berret – Scraper
52 ft / 15.6 m
15.75 ft / 4.80 m
9.50 ft / 2.90 m
4.16 ft / 1.27 m
70.54 ft / 21.50 m
43 lbs / 19.5 t
14.48 lbs / 6.57 t
1292 sqft / 120.05 m2
1399-2002 sqft / 130-186m2
115 CV / 85 kW
317 US gal / 1200 l
211 US gal / 880 l
3 – 4
5 – 6 – 8

Cabinet Berret – Racoupeau
60 ft / 18,27 m
17.72 ft / 5,40 m
11.97 ft / 3,65 m
4.92 ft / 1.50 m
83.33 ft / 25.4 m
77 lbs / 35 t
21.27 lbs / 9.65 t
1813 sqft / 168.40 m2
1830-2476 sqft / 170-230 m2
182 CV / 135 kW
660 US gal / 2,500 l
211 US gal / 800 l
2 – 4
– 4 – 6 – 8

presentation videos

Garcia Exploration 52 – The official Clip

Garcia Exploration 52 – Guided tour