For the lucky few who have had the pleasure of sailing on SV Riviera, you’ve heard me say for several years, “We need a bigger boat.” That day has come, and we are delighted to introduce our exclusive new yacht, a symbol of luxury and elegance.
Riviera 2.0.
She’s a 51-foot, French-built Dufour 512 Sailing Yacht. Designed by famed Italian naval architect Umberto Felci, The Dufour 512 is a masterful yacht that blends performance, space, comfort, and style.
The spacious upper deck features a large T-shaped cockpit with teak decking, soft custom cushions, and full or partial sun shade options. The yacht can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests, providing ample space for sunbathing and easy movement. Additionally, sunbeds are located on the mid and fore decks, creating a tranquil oasis where you can relax and enjoy the soothing sound of the hull as it glides through the water.
When anchored, the transom deploys, transforming into a spacious swim step platform and a fantastic outdoor galley perfect for barbecuing and entertaining. The ingenious designers have integrated a cooktop beneath the helm bench, which, when opened, reveals an impressive plancha cooktop ready for preparing dinner.
Below deck, Riviera’s spacious salon allows guests to relax as if they were in their living room. Cruising offshore is comfortable and safe day or night with three staterooms and en suite bathrooms.
Underway, Riviera’s race boat pedigree is evident in its robust hull, featuring a wide transom and pronounced hull chines. This spacious Dufour design, with a straight-edge bow and stern, maximizes waterline length to enhance speed.
I invite you to take the helm and experience Riviera’s powerful responsiveness, speed, and balance while sailing offshore. There’s truly nothing like it! I want you to feel at home on Riviera. And, for at least a few hours, believe this yacht is yours.
Over the past five years, Sail Riviera has built a remarkable reputation as San Diego’s premier luxury sailing experience. Our mission remains the same: to provide a luxurious, fun, and exciting sailing adventure that will be the highlight of your guests’ visit to San Diego.
The lasting memories and the profound mental reset that sailing on Riviera provides are astonishing. This is why so many of our guests choose to return every year. With summer just weeks away, it’s time to set sail on the new Riviera!
Fair Winds and Following Seas,
Paul & Victoria