R63 Explorer – A New Standard for Commercial Day Charter Sailing

The R63 Explorer is Rapido’s first purpose-built commercial sailing trimaran, developed for day-charter operators seeking to offer guests something beyond the conventional excursion boat.

Drawing on the advanced carbon-composite engineering and performance heritage of the Rapido 63, the Explorer is a distinct product designed around commercial operations, guest experience and efficient sailing.

Hull #01 is now under construction for an established Australian marine tourism operator, marking Rapido’s entry into the commercial passenger vessel market.

Lightweight. Simple. Fast. Built for Day Charter.

Commercial day-charter operators have different requirements from private cruising owners. Cabins, extensive interior fitouts and long-distance cruising equipment can add weight and complexity without contributing to the guest experience.

The R63 Explorer takes a different approach, prioritising:

• Lightweight construction for responsive sailing performance
• Open, practical areas for guests and crew
• Simplified systems to reduce maintenance demands
• Efficient sailing to reduce reliance on engine propulsion
• An authentic sailing experience rather than simply transporting passengers between destinations

The result is a vessel designed to combine exhilarating sailing with the practical demands of commercial day-charter operations.

A Distinctive Sailing Experience for Your Guests

For charter operators, the vessel itself is an important part of the experience — and an important part of the business’s identity.

With its striking trimaran profile, expansive platform and dynamic sailing performance, the R63 Explorer offers guests an experience worth photographing, sharing and remembering.

Its distinctive appearance also provides operators with a recognisable visual identity for marketing, from social media and online booking platforms to promotional photography and video.

Spacious, Open Deck Layout

Building on the Rapido 63 platform, the R63 Explorer provides substantial space for guests to relax, socialise and enjoy the sailing experience.

Key layout features include:

• An expansive saloon area, approximately 1.5 metres wider than the Rapido 60
• Additional guest seating on the coachroof
• A large central social space
• Wide floats and additional trampoline areas
• A layout developed with guest circulation and crew operations in mind
• Lightweight construction that supports sailing performance

The layout balances guest comfort, practical operation and the performance characteristics of a modern trimaran.

Designed for Reliability and Operating Efficiency

Commercial vessels must deliver more than an enjoyable experience. They must also be practical to operate, maintain and manage.

The R63 Explorer draws on Rapido’s advanced composite construction and lightweight engineering to support these requirements.

Its design priorities include:

• Advanced carbon-composite construction
• Structural efficiency without unnecessary weight
• Simplified onboard systems and equipment
• Reduced reliance on engine propulsion when sailing conditions permit
• Practical access for routine operations and maintenance

By avoiding unnecessary weight and complexity, the Explorer aims to help operators manage ongoing operating demands while delivering a distinctive sailing experience.

Hull #01 – Australian Commercial Vessel Approval

The vessel has received Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approval for 60 passengers and 5 crew, an important milestone in bringing Rapido’s high-performance trimaran technology into commercial passenger operations.

For prospective operators, this demonstrates that the R63 Explorer is progressing from a design concept into a commercially developed passenger vessel, with capacity approved for a substantial day-charter operation.

A Different Approach to Commercial Day Charter

The R63 Explorer is not simply a private Rapido 63 with additional seating. It has been conceived for a different purpose and a different customer.

For operators looking to distinguish their offering in the marine tourism market, it combines three important characteristics: performance sailing, a memorable guest experience and a commercially focused layout.

The objective is straightforward: a commercial sailing trimaran that guests will remember and operators can build a business around.

Register Your Interest

Rapido welcomes enquiries from charter operators, marine tourism businesses and prospective commercial partners interested in the R63 Explorer.

To discuss the vessel, its design, commercial operating requirements or future production availability, please contact:

Email: [email protected]