A passionate yachtsman and water sport enthusiast, Wim van der Valk founded the company that bears his name in 1967 and remains the driving force behind it today. Since its inception, Van der Valk has built a rich heritage in both steel and aluminium motor yachts. The success of the first cabin and aft-cabin design cruisers measuring from seven to ten metres quickly attracted widespread acclaim from the yachting public.
Today, Van der Valk’s production facilities in Waalwijk (NL) produce only a select number of bespoke yachts every year. This ensures unrivalled quality and exclusivity for individual owners. Each and every yacht benefits from the strictest quality control and a first-rate construction process. Only after intensive sea trials and quality control procedures can boats leave the yard for delivery to their new owners.
Van der Valk owes its ongoing success over the decades to an unwavering dedication to key values such as reliability, cooperation and a forward-thinking approach. As a family-run company with a pedigree that spans generations, Van der Valk understands the value of keeping one’s word and creating yachts that stand the test of time. They abide by agreements made with customers, suppliers and staff; building yachts which function equally as well as they look. Partners and buyers are considered as family members – and this is reflected in excellent relationships and many repeat clients.
From the boards of Guido de Groot, the Explorer is a masculine long-range yacht design that performs as well as she looks. Her styling manages to be classic, timeless yet quite distinctive, while offering a fresh and innovative take on the explorer look. The yard took special care to ensure the best possible sailing and seakeeping qualities for this design, including an original round-bilged hull.
Explorer yachts are built to endure the toughest weather conditions, and are specifically designed with a large fuel capacity, enabling them to make transatlantic passages. They are mainly built in a full displacement version with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. However, they are also available as full aluminium fast-displacement vessels offering rugged looks and a cool turn of speed!
This boat can be semi-customised or fully-customised to create a bespoke and personal yacht at your request.
The Explorer is available with teak decks, sturdy stainless steel features and a full range of options.