Why We Choose Dufour Yachts for Our Charter Fleet

Why We Choose Dufour Yachts for Our Charter Fleet

At Deep Sea Yacht Charter, our fleet selection is never random. Every yacht we operate is carefully chosen based on performance, reliability, safety, and long-term charter value. Our goal is to offer guests not just a yacht, but a consistently high-quality sailing experience in every detail.

Among all sailing yacht brands, one name stands out for us — Dufour Yachts.

A Legacy of French Yacht Building Excellence

For more than 60 years, Dufour Yachts has been designing and building innovative sailing yachts that combine performance with elegance.

The brand is widely recognized for its:

• Strong and confident sailing character

• Distinctive and modern design identity

• High-quality craftsmanship

• Excellent balance between comfort and performance

Dufour yachts are not only visually striking — they are engineered to deliver a smooth, safe, and enjoyable sailing experience in a wide range of sea conditions.

100% French Manufacture in La Rochelle

All Dufour monohulls are built in the historic shipyard of La Rochelle, France. This ensures full control over production quality and consistency across the entire fleet.

With yachts ranging from 14 to 18 meters, Dufour focuses on blue-water capable sailing yachts designed for real offshore conditions.

This makes them particularly suitable for professional yacht charter operations, where reliability and ease of handling are essential.

Why Dufour Works So Well for Charter

In charter operations, a yacht must perform in three key areas:

• Safety and stability at sea

• Easy handling for crew and guests

• Comfortable living space onboard

Dufour yachts are designed with all three in mind. Their layouts are intuitive, their sailing systems are efficient, and their interiors are optimized for long stays onboard.

This combination is what makes them one of the most trusted choices in the global charter industry.

Spotlight on Our Yacht: Dufour 470

This philosophy is perfectly reflected in the model we proudly operate — the Dufour 470.

Designed by Umberto Felci of Felci Yacht Design and introduced in 2021, the Dufour 470 represents a modern generation of sailing yachts built for both performance and comfort.

Key Features of the Dufour 470:

• 47-foot modern sailing yacht design

• Elegant and highly functional deck layout

• Bright, spacious interior with natural light

• Flexible and modular interior configurations

• Designed for comfort even with minimal crew onboard

Onboard, guests experience a perfect balance between privacy, social areas, and open space, making it ideal for families, couples, and groups of friends.

Ocean Version Configuration for Confident Sailing

Our yachts are equipped with the Ocean version layout, designed for sailors who appreciate a more traditional and responsive sailing setup.

This configuration includes:

• Sheets positioned on the coamings for better control

• Halyards and mainsail traveller located near the helm

• Optimized deck ergonomics for efficient manoeuvring

The result is a yacht that feels stable, responsive, and confident under sail, even in changing wind conditions.

The Sailing Experience We Aim to Deliver

At Deep Sea Yacht Charter, we believe the best sailing yacht is not defined only by design or size — but by the experience it creates onboard. For us, the ideal yacht combines pure sailing pleasure under wind power, spacious and comfortable living areas, safe and predictable handling And modern design with long-term reliability.

The Dufour 470 embodies exactly this philosophy, which is why it has become a core part of our fleet.

Final Thoughts

Choosing Dufour is not just a technical decision — it is a commitment to quality, comfort, and sailing enjoyment.

At Deep Sea Yacht Charter, we are proud to offer yachts that reflect these values and provide our guests with unforgettable experiences on the water.

If you are looking for a sailing yacht that combines performance, elegance, and comfort, the Dufour experience is exactly what you need.