Focus on the Top 10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World
Eclipse – $1.5 Billion – A Closer Look at the Most Expensive Yacht Ever Built
At 533 feet long, motor yacht ECLIPSE is considered the most expensive private yacht in the world. But what makes it perhaps even more unique are its intruder and missile detection systems, bullet-proof windows, and anti-paparazzi laser shield. Perfectly protected, the owner and their guests can enjoy the yacht’s sumptuous cabins, two swimming pools, hot tubs, and a disco hall.
The luxury vessel was constructed by German shipbuilder Blohm+Voss and designed by Terence Disdale. ECLIPSE boasts a top speed of 21 knots and, on a full tank, can achieve a maximum range of 6,000 nautical miles.
If you’re looking to buy a yacht, this one may be a bit much. Thankfully, not everyone needs their yacht to detect missiles.9 More of the Most Expensive Yachts in the World
While the most expensive yacht in the world – ECLIPSE – might just blow every other superyacht out of the water, the next luxury boats on the list certainly are superb in their own right.
AZZAM – $650 Million
AZZAM may not be the most expensive yacht in the world, but it is undoubtedly the largest. This 590-foot-long yacht is a marvel of engineering, sporting two gas turbines and two diesel engines. With 35,048kW of power and a top speed of over 30 knots, it is one of the fastest boats in its category. It also features a bulletproof master suite and a missile defense system. French designer Christophe Leoni tastefully decorated the vessel’s sophisticated interiors, while the exterior was crafted by Nauta Yachts.Yacht A+ – $527 Million
Lürssen-built A+ was designed by Tim Heywood (exterior), while Terence Disdale Design focused on the interior. The latter features a large jacuzzi on the main deck, a swimming pool, a gym, a conference room, a cinema, and double-helicopter landing pads. All onboard systems benefit from stabilizers powered by two diesel generators, and the yacht’s 7,99hp engine allows it to achieve a top speed of 23 knots.Motor Yacht A – $440 Million
Motor Yacht A is famous for its submarine or warship-like design. It extends over 24,000 square feet, featuring a 2,500 square-foot master bedroom, six guest suites that convert into four large staterooms thanks to their clever moving walls, and three swimming pools (including one with a glass bottom right above the disco). It also houses a 30-foot speedboat.
DUBAI - $400 Million
DUBAI’s luxurious design certainly lives up to the standards of the Royal Family. The beautiful mosaic swimming pool, relaxing jacuzzis, and comfortable sunbathing areas promise a wonderful experience for the guests.
SERENE - $330 Million
Constructed by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and designed by Espen Oeino (exterior) and Reymond Langton Design (interior), SERENE is nothing short of a “Floating Palace”. The vessel features many luxurious facilities, including a seawater pool, steam room, snow room, Hammam beauty center, outdoor cinema, and underwater viewing room from which guests can admire marine life. SERENE also happens to be a firm favorite among rental yacht enthusiasts. Celebrities like Bill Gates are happy to spend around a million a week for the privilege of a holiday on board this beautiful yacht.
RADIANT – $320 Million
RADIANT was built by Lürssen. On board, 20 guests can enjoy multiple swimming pools, a swimming platform, a massage room, a cinema, a gym, and a jacuzzi. And if the worst were to happen, you’d always be perfectly safe on board this yacht that comes complete with its own water cannon!
AL SAID – $300 Million
AL SAID, named after the Sultan of Oman, Taboos Bin Al Said, this mega yacht holds the world record for the highest displacement in its category, at 15,850 tonnes. But what makes AL unique has to be its concert hall, which can house a 50-piece orchestra! Surely no luxury superyacht should be without one!
PELORUS – $300 Million
At 377.3ft, PELORUS is another sea giant built by Lürssen and designed by Terence Tisdale (interior) and Tim Heywood (exterior). One of the most remarkable features of this boat has to be the private deck attached to the master suite. Completely hidden away, it cannot be seen from anywhere else on the ship.
AVIVA - $250 Million
323-ft AVIVA was built by Abetting & Rasmussen and offers the largest gym on any yacht, complete with a full-size paddle tennis court! The boat also comes equipped with a hybrid propulsion system that can reach speeds of 11 knots on electric power alone and 20 knots with the addition of diesel power.
A Luxury Yacht to Call Your Own
Has seeing the most expensive yachts in the world made you want to experience a luxury holiday of this caliber?
Yachts for sale come at many price points, starting at around $2 million. Though if you’re only looking to cruise the world for a few weeks every year, you may prefer to opt out of owning and maintaining a yacht. That’s where yacht charter comes in.Charter a Yacht With Fraser Yachts
For an experience that rivals the most expensive yachts in the world, you can charter a yacht and enjoy the most unforgettable vacation without any of the responsibilities of yacht ownership. Plus, you get to discover a completely different vessel each time you go on a cruise. It’s the ideal way to decide which model you may want to purchase in the future.
Chartering a luxury yacht allows you to rent a magnificent boat for yourself and your guests, crew and amenities supplied. Fraser is there to create the ultimate escape with the ideal balance of relaxation, fun, and adventure on board a beautiful vessel.
