Riva Yachts for charter
About Riva Yachts
Riva Yachts — one of the world’s oldest and most iconic shipyards — is renowned for luxurious motor yachts that range from sleek open models to fully custom superyachts in fiberglass, aluminum or steel. Each yacht blends tradition with innovation, uniting technical excellence with aesthetic perfection. Production is spread across three shipyards. The historic Sarnico facility on Lake Iseo — the brand’s beating heart — builds smaller open, sportfly, and flybridge yachts. In La Spezia, larger fiberglass models like the Dolcevita and Corsaro are produced. Meanwhile, the Superyacht Yard in Ancona constructs fully custom steel and aluminum flagships over 50 meters. Now part of the Ferretti Group, Riva embodies Italian style through refined design, premium materials, and impeccable craftsmanship.
- Country
- Italy
- Founded
- 1842
- Length (m)
- 20 - 60
- Gross tonnage (GT)
- 200 - 1000
- Hull configuration
- Displacement, Semi-Displacement, Planing
- Hull material
- Aluminum, Steel, GRP
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- Price (low - high)
- Price (high - low)
- Length (min. - max.)
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RIVA YACHTS HISTORY
Riva Yachts has an incredible 180-year history. Founded in 1842 by Pietro Riva in Sarnico on Lake Iseo, the shipyard began by crafting small wooden boats and fishing vessels. Pietro’s son, Ernesto, modernized production in the early 20th century, laying the foundation for the yard’s reputation for quality and innovation. Riva's golden age came along in the 1950s and 1960s, when Carlo Riva turned the boat-building yard into an international symbol of luxury. His most famous vessel, the Aquarama, became synonymous with the glamour of the "Dolce Vita" and a favorite among aristocrats, celebrities, and world leaders alike. The sleek wooden runabouts of this period remain some of the most celebrated boats ever built. In 2000, Riva joined the Ferretti Group, gaining global reach while preserving its Italian heritage. Today, Riva continues to blend tradition and innovation, creating yachts that embody classic charm and prestige.
RIVA YACHTS PHILOSOPHY
Riva Yacht believes in the ideal balance between timeless elegance, accurate craftsmanship, and innovation in design, showcasing "Made in Italy" excellence for over 180 years. They achieve this by respecting their rich heritage while continuously pushing technological boundaries, all while focusing on refined materials, meticulous attention to detail, and creating a unique "world of beauty and style" that extends beyond just boats
RIVA YACHTS MODEL LINES
OPEN
The Open line offers high-performance, luxurious, and stylish motor yachts with a focus on outdoor living and classic Italian design. Key features include refined mahogany and steel finishes and a timeless, elegant aesthetic that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. The models vary in size, with options ranging from the 8.35-meter sports-oriented EL-ISEO to the 23-meter 76' BAHAMAS SUPER, which features a convertible "C-Top" retractable carbon fiber roof that quickly converts the yacht from an open to a coupe.
SPORTFLY
The Sportfly model line features yachts between approximately 20 to 27 meters in length that blend the brand's signature elegance and performance with a unique "sportfly" configuration, which includes a secondary, upper bridge and cockpit with a secondary helm position. Key characteristics include large windows, luxurious Master suites on the lower level, expansive social spaces on the main deck, and a blend of innovative and traditional materials like carbon fiber and mahogany.
FLYBRIDGE
The Flybridge model line — measuring from 27 to 40 meters — is characterized by a signature sleek, sporty profile, spacious outdoor areas, and high-end Italian design with distinctive mirror-gloss finishes, chrome accents, and elegant, contemporary interiors.
CUSTOM LINE
The Custom Line offers a personalized experience and allows owners to develop unique pieces of art to mirror their individuality and their lifestyle. The primary emphasis is on creating "villas on the sea" with a focus on comfort, innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and a high degree of personalization and craftsmanship.
