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The Dufour 43 Gib’Sea is a proven bluewater cruiser that combines French craftsmanship, seaworthy design, and liveaboard comfort. Built by Dufour Yachts in La Rochelle, France, the Gib’Sea 43 reflects the brand’s philosophy of blending solid sailing performance with spacious, family-friendly accommodations.

Designed for both offshore passage-making and comfortable coastal cruising, the Dufour 43 features a powerful yet easily managed sail plan, a balanced hull, and responsive handling under sail. Her deck layout is practical and secure, with wide side decks and a generous cockpit ideal for entertaining or long passages.

Below deck, the Gib’Sea 43 offers a bright, airy interior with three or four private cabins, a large galley, and ample storage throughout — making her popular among cruising couples and charter fleets alike.

Built in the early 2000s, the Dufour 43 Gib’Sea continues to stand out for its robust construction, versatile performance, and timeless comfort, earning a loyal following among sailors seeking a reliable and stylish cruising yacht.

Specifications

TypeMonohull Sailboat
BuilderGibert Marine (Gib'Sea) / marketed under Dufour name
DesignerGibert Marine design team
ConstructionFiberglass hull with balsa-cored deck
AccommodationsStandard three-cabin, two-head layout; sleeps 6-8

Dimensions

LOA13.10 m (43.0 ft)
LWL11.20 m (36.7 ft)
Beam4.18 m (13.7 ft)
Headroom1.96 m (6.4 ft)
Draft1.80 m (5.9 ft) shoal keel / 2.10 m (6.9 ft) deep keel
Mast Height19.60 m (64.3 ft) above waterline

Performance

Displacement9200 kg (20,282 lb)
Speed7.8 knots (hull speed)
EnginesSingle diesel, commonly Volvo Penta 50 hp (shaft or saildrive)

Dufour 43 Gib'Sea Yachts For Sale

Dufour Gib’sea 43

Dufour Gib’sea 43 (USVI)

Asking $58,000 (USD)
Location St. Croix Marine CTR, Virgin Islands (US) (USVI)
S/V Marissa is a 2002 Dufour 43 Gib’sea for sale by broker.
This 2002 Dufour Gib’Sea 43 is a spacious, capable cruising yacht that has been thoughtfully maintained and continuously upgraded. Since 2007, she has been lightly sailed as part of a liveaboard sailing school program, benefiting from consistent care, knowledgeable oversight, and routine improvements. Her versatile four-cabin layout, generous headroom, and strong sailing performance make her equally well suited for private ownership, charter service, or continued instructional use.…
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