The Aquariva is the boat that inherited the legacy of the legendary Aquarama, becoming the most storied model in the range with more than 300 units produced in over 20 years. The Aquariva, a symbol of Riva’s contemporary spirit, writes its seventh new chapter in the history books as it debuts the Special version, an honour previously bestowed only on the Aquarama. True to the proportions and harmonious lines that made the boat so famous, the Aquariva Special interacts with the brand’s current stylistic hallmarks to achieve a perfect balance between the heritage of the original model and the contemporary design that characterises more recent Rivas. The subtle touches that define the new aesthetic of the Aquariva Special are by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta, founders of Officina Italiana Design, the studio that has been designing all Riva boats on an exclusive basis for over thirty years working in partnership with the Strategic Product Committee of the Ferretti Group Engineering Department. One of the most important new features is the windscreen, which has been completely redesigned to give the boat’s silhouette a more modern and streamlined look. The stern swim platform also has a wider and more ergonomic design, featuring steps with a new curvature to offer guests even more comfort and make it easier to enter and leave the water. The handrail and mooring cleat pay tribute to the previous version, the Aquariva Super, while the mahogany fascia is now fibreglass and the same colour chosen by the owner for the hull, as are the large sunpad and the air intake grilles. One of the standout features at the bow is the new design of the navigation lights and casing, which Aquariva Special shares with Riva Anniversario the limited edition created in 2022 to celebrate 180 years since the brand’s foundation, while the deck is perfectly smooth again, without the traditional skylights reminiscent of the Aquarama, creating an even more pared-down look. The cockpit area is designed as an elegant lounge on the water that blends comfort and conviviality with a sense of refinement. The large U-shaped sofa upholstered in Sky fabric the same colour as the hull embraces the central space, creating a welcoming area that can be transformed according to the time of day by means of a centrally positioned table, also available with an up-down mechanism, used to convert the dining area seating up to eight into a private and protected additional sunbathing area. Shelter from the sun is provided by a bimini top operated by an electro-hydraulic mechanism housed in the sofa backrest. Moving forward, the driving seat is on the port side, with a practical service cabinet to starboard containing a sink, a fridge and a work top, perfect for making cocktails and snacks. The dashboard pays homage to tradition and is available in an analogue version, as well as in a digital version with up to two Boening displays and an integrated navigation system. The boat can also be equipped with a joystick for even more intuitive control during mooring operations. A major innovation is the option to fit the Aquariva Special with a Seakeeper NG6 to eliminate roll, ensuring absolute comfort both under way and at anchor. The installation of this advanced system is made possible by the decision to introduce infusion hull lamination in place of the manual process, significantly reducing the weight of the boat without affecting its structural rigidity. This makes it feasible to install a gyroscopic stabilizer without affecting the boat’s trim or performance. To stabilise the boat when under way, Aquariva Special is now fitted with Humphree interceptors in place of the flaps on the previous version. Performance-wise, Aquariva Special has the same verve as always and is fitted with twin Yanmar 370hp engines paired with electronically controlled two-speed gearboxes, driving the boat to a top speed up to forty knots and a cruise of 36 knots while unleashing the pleasure of Riva’s signature cruising style.
Technical Data:
LOA - 10.07 m (33ft)
Hull Length - 9.92 m
Waterline Length - 8.4 m
Beam - 2.80 m
Draft - 0.96 m
Displacement - 5200 kg unloaded, 6700 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 480 l
Water Capacity - 130 l
Max Persons - eight
Accommodation - double berth
Engines - 2 x Yanmar 8LV 370hp
Propulsion - two speed line shafts
Speed - forty knots max, 36 cruise
Range - 155 nautical miles at cruise
Project - Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana Design exterior and interior
competition = Comitti Breva 35
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