Private boat experiences on Italy's most beautiful water — classic Riva runabouts, timeless Chris Craft, and curated day cruisers. With discretion, care, and the people you choose to bring aboard.
Nova Charters is a family venture rooted in Lake Garda and a lifelong love of classic boats. From Riva runabouts to timeless Chris Craft, we share the lake the way we know it best — with discretion, care, and the people you choose to bring aboard.
“ These are the moments that shaped us: at the helm, on the water with family, and on the shores of Garda. ”
On Lake Garda and beyond. Every vessel chosen for elegance, character, and the pleasure of the open lake.
The stylistic evolution of the historic Aquarama, this 10-metre is clothed in soft, elegant, timeless lines. Every detail — chrome, the mahogany deck with maple inlay, luxury leather on the steering console — plays its part in an exceptional harmony. A classic look with modern overtones.
Riva Aquariva Super →The epitome of classic boating elegance: a 1939 Chris Craft “Barrel Back” Custom Runabout, redone true to its original look, with a Bugatti windshield, original Banjo wheel and genuine leather upholstery. Available exclusively at the Grand Hotel Fasano. A must-see — and now a must-experience.
View details →A striking Riva Rivale 52 offering generous space, refined Italian design, and an unforgettable experience on the water. Full specifications and imagery available via our partner listing.
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A sporty, elegant day cruiser from the Colombo shipyard, built in the 1990s — a classic among sports boats. Cabin sleeping up to 4, a spacious sun deck with direct access to the bathing platform, twin Volvo KAD 44 engines and a bow thruster. Only ever used in fresh water.
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Riva, Chris Craft, Colombo. Classic hulls, restored and cared for in detail — not just rentals.
The boat is yours for your booked time, with the people you choose. Nothing shared.
A family venture rooted in the lake — we know the routes, the coves and the right time to be there.
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