Meet the Galeon 430 EXPLORER: A Compact Yacht Built for Big Adventures
This September at the Cannes Yachting Festival, Galeon is set to unveil something different. The new
Galeon 430 EXPLORER is compact, yes — but she is not playing small.
She has been designed for owners who want more than just a good-looking cruiser. The 430 EXPLORER is built for real travel. Long weekends. Island hopping. Exploring coastlines with confidence. She combines contemporary lines with practical thinking, and the result is a yacht that feels ready for something more.
One of the first things you notice is her unusual layout. The superstructure is pushed forward, freeing up a generous aft deck. It is a space that adapts easily. One day it is a launchpad for toys. The next, it is a relaxed open-air lounge. That same mindset carries through the flybridge. There is a proper dining area, a wet bar with grill, a comfortable helm, and a deep sofa that wraps you in the view.
Inside, the 430 EXPLORER feels bigger than her footprint suggests. Large windows let in natural light from both sides, opening up the saloon. The finishes are sharp and well thought out. There is detail, but not fuss. Comfort, but no compromise on function. The main salon includes a spacious galley with everything you need, dining/lounging area and a helm station. The lower deck houses a forward master cabin with plenty of storage, guest cabin, and a full bathroom.
Then come the small touches that change the game. The backrest on the aft seat reclines. An extra cushion extends to meet the fold-out balcony. Suddenly you have a sunbed right on the water’s edge. Near the helm, Galeon has added a companion seat and table. Simple idea, but it means no one has to sit alone while underway.
Galeon 430 EXPLORER is not trying to be everything. She just gets the important things right. A smart layout. A good balance of indoor and outdoor living. Enough flexibility to make every trip your own.
She will be on display at Cannes 2025, and for yacht owners looking for a capable cruiser with a fresh point of view, she is worth a closer look.
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025
- Dates: 9 to 14 September
-
Location: Vieux Port & Port Canto, Cannes
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Hours: 10:00 to 19:00
Private viewings by appointment. Contact Smart Yachts to book your tour:
sales@smartyachts.com
Discover other premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival in our article
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: Superyacht Premieres You Can’t Miss
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She has been designed for owners who want more than just a good-looking cruiser. The 430 EXPLORER is built for real travel. Long weekends. Island hopping. Exploring coastlines with confidence. She combines contemporary lines with practical thinking, and the result is a yacht that feels ready for something more.
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She will be on display at Cannes 2025, and for yacht owners looking for a capable cruiser with a fresh point of view, she is worth a closer look.
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- Dates: 9 to 14 September
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Location: Vieux Port & Port Canto, Cannes
-
Hours: 10:00 to 19:00
Private viewings by appointment. Contact Smart Yachts to book your tour:
sales@smartyachts.com
Discover other premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival in our article
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: Superyacht Premieres You Can’t Miss
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She has been designed for owners who want more than just a good-looking cruiser. The 430 EXPLORER is built for real travel. Long weekends. Island hopping. Exploring coastlines with confidence. She combines contemporary lines with practical thinking, and the result is a yacht that feels ready for something more.
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She will be on display at Cannes 2025, and for yacht owners looking for a capable cruiser with a fresh point of view, she is worth a closer look.
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025
- Dates: 9 to 14 September
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Location: Vieux Port & Port Canto, Cannes
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Hours: 10:00 to 19:00
Private viewings by appointment. Contact Smart Yachts to book your tour:
sales@smartyachts.com
Discover other premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival in our article
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: Superyacht Premieres You Can’t Miss
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She has been designed for owners who want more than just a good-looking cruiser. The 430 EXPLORER is built for real travel. Long weekends. Island hopping. Exploring coastlines with confidence. She combines contemporary lines with practical thinking, and the result is a yacht that feels ready for something more.
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Cannes Yachting Festival 2025
- Dates: 9 to 14 September
-
Location: Vieux Port & Port Canto, Cannes
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Hours: 10:00 to 19:00
Private viewings by appointment. Contact Smart Yachts to book your tour:
sales@smartyachts.com
Discover other premieres at the Cannes Yachting Festival in our article
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: Superyacht Premieres You Can’t Miss
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