The Polaris
Our expedition yacht Polaris is a Garcia Exploration 52, hand-built from aluminum, with a round-bilged hull and integrated centerboard.
Amenities
- Aluminum round-bilged hull
- Shallow draft thanks to integrated aluminum centerboard
- Deck saloon with 270° view and interior helm
- Watertight door to the saloon
- Watertight aluminum forward bulkhead
- Watertight aluminum aft bulkhead with watertight hatches to access the stern area from the aft cabins
- All hull openings made of aluminum
- All seacocks are located above the waterline
- Double-glazed saloon windows
- Wider GRP superstructure roof, which acts as sun protection over the saloon windows
- Thermal and acoustic insulation using polyethylene foam insulation material from the automotive industry above the waterline, under the deck, and under the superstructure
- Anchor chain locker located centrally in front of the mast foot
- Electric anchor winch in the anchor locker in front of the mast foot
- Insulated floors
- Large tank capacity midships
- Water and fuel tanks can be used as ballast (port/starboard)
- Battery bank midships
- Spacious storage space throughout the boat
- Solid bow eye for towing or ice breaking
- Integrated equipment carrier for antennas, wind generator, solar panels; can also be used as davits
- Double rudder system from JEFA, with self-adjusting bearings for optimal steering control, even in high seas
- Large swimming platform with easy access to and from the water
- Storage compartment for a large life raft, with direct access from the swimming platform
- Power generator
- Diving compressor and rack for 8 tanks
FAQ
Here, you will find the most frequently asked questions and answers about the MCO Sailing Academy.
