A twin-hulled version of Garcia’s successful “Exploration” concept, the Explocat 52 combines all the benefits of multihulls for an unequalled result: space, safety, comfort, autonomy and performance.

Following in the wake of its monohull brethren, this cruising cat is designed, built and outfitted with world cruising in mind. From the Arctic to the Antarctic and everything in between, she leans on the principles of solid construction, safety and performance with elegant and well arranged interior and exterior spaces. 

Extremely resistant to impact and tearing while remaining lightweight, aluminum is the material of choice for serious cruising boats. Designed to accommodate all the equipment needed for living aboard and cruising (machine room, large storage capacity, spacious and functional facilities), this model offers unparalleled self-sufficiency for long distance voyaging. From its inception, performance was a priority, with the fine-entry bows and the choice of lightweight fittings. 

Getting aboard and life on board in general are facilitated by doors in the bulwarks that allow access to the cockpit and the saloon on one level. The forward cockpit, accessible from the saloon, offers a space to be enjoyed both at anchor and under way. Benefiting from technical solutions developed on the Garcia Exploration monohull range, the Explocat 52 is designed to guarantee its crew a high level of comfort and safety in all conditions. In addition to the three versions offered, the aluminum structure allows the yard to customize the yacht to meet all the expectations of the owner. Available in 3 or 4 cabin versions, each Explocat 52 is uniquely adapted to fit your cruising dreams.

Key Elements

Concept

• Aluminum catamaran
• "Ready for anything” robustness
• Fully sheltered pit station

Comfort

• Thermal insulation
• Great autonomy
• Forward of the mast exterior cockpit

Navigation

• Short handed sailing
• Protected cockpit
• Ability to cope with severe weather conditions

Security

• Ocean crossing capabilities
• Watertight front and rear bulkheads
• Saloon integrated wheelhouse

Interior Design

Due to Darnet Design, the interior design of the Explocat 52 offers all the functional advantages of a catamaran on an exploration yacht, with a great panoramic view from every part of the saloon.

Reaching the northernmost latitudes, the most remote islands, can be achieved in unequalled comfort. Insulation, equipment, woodwork and upholstery are all to the most exacting standards sailors demand from the Exploration range.

From the interior helm station, you will of course enjoy the magnificent environment around you, keep watch, and be able to maintain your course on your Explocat 52, nicely warm and dry, whatever the weather may be doing.

The dimensions and brightness of the saloon, galley, cabins and bathrooms, in all the configurations offered or in the one you have designed, are unparalleled. Moving around between these different private spaces, or to the outside, directly to the vast aft cockpit, or via the solid watertight door opening onto the forward cockpit, is exceptional.

With the Explocat 52, Garcia Yachts has given the multihull a reputation, that of the most beautiful of programmes: that of infinite possibilities.

Naval Architecture

Displaying the Garcia Yachts coat of arms on its hull means it perfectly, and in every respect, meets the qualities required of a sailboat designed to sail independently anywhere on the planet.

Designed by naval architect Pierre Delion, the Explocat 52 is no exception to the rule: design, structure and materials are determined so that you can face the most challenging conditions in complete serenity.

With its millimetre-precision deck layout, rigid platform, generous sail plan, serious deck hardware, ergonomic sail handling station offering protection and visibility to a happy crew, the Explocat 52 is the result of thousands of hours of engineering, discussion and reflection, for an exclusive result.

And like the carrying capacity, the water or fuel tanks, the energy sources have also been adapted to meet the most far-off sailing projects, the Explocat 52 is THE catamaran setting new standards for unlimited cruising.

The Explocat 52’s external steering station can also be equipped with a pendulum helm system. This equipment allows you to steer either in a low position sheltered from the cockpit, or high up for maneuvering and sailing in good weather conditions.

The front cockpit also contributes to making the Explocat 52 an outstanding unit. From this forward cockpit, the crew will be able to carry out various types of observation of the natural environment.