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The top 25 largest yachts in the world

Every year, shipyards from around the world push the boundaries of superyacht design to deliver bigger and better yachts. The Samuda-built El Mahrousa may have carried the title unchallenged for a remarkable 119 years, but in the 21st century, she has descended down the pecking order to make room for even larger and longer yachts. German shipyard Lürssen currently holds a near monopoly in the construction of supersized superyachts, having delivered 13 of the world’s top 25. But the list is ever-changing with the 158 metre Blue breaking into the top five in 2022. These yachts, all measuring over 100 metres, are impressive not only for their hull length but for what they carry above and below deck. From submarines and helicopters to swimming pools , cinemas and science labs, the onboard features of these superyachts show them to be truly ground-breaking pieces of engineering. Read on to discover our official list of the largest, privately owned yachts in the world.

1. Azzam | 180.6m

In October 2013, Lürssen delivered the largest privately owned superyacht in the world in the form Azzam . Originally, she was designed to be 145 metres, but in the process of optimisation grew to 180 metres. Other stunning facts about Azzam’s impressive design include her staggering 13,000 GT and accommodation for 36 guests and as many as 80 crew members. The behemoth was reportedly built for Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan of Abu Dhabi’s royal family, for use as a dayboat to reach his favourite diving grounds. The main saloon alone encompasses nearly 522m² and has a relaxed French Empire style and mother of pearl finishes, designed by Christophe Leoni . On board features include a gym, pool and a special ‘golf training room’.

Exteriors have been penned by Nauta Yacht Design , and the technical engineering was directed by Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi for the owner. The yacht has an impressive speed for her size owing to her innovative water-jet propulsion system (two fixed jets, two directional), which catapults her along at a staggering 31.5-plus knots. At 17.5 metres longer than Roman Abramovich’s Eclipse , this boat takes the prestigious title of the world’s largest yacht. The all-white superyacht has held her title unchallenged for nearly seven years, but this reign will come to an end with the expected delivery of 183 metre REV .

• Builder: Lurssen
• Country of build: Germany
• Delivery year: 2013
• Length Overall: 180.61 m
• Gross Tonnage 13136 t

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More stories, 2. eclipse | 162.5m.

After five years of intensive design, development and construction, Eclipse left the Blohm + Voss yard in December 2010. She carried the title of world’s largest superyacht for just three years before being usurped by Azzam . Managed by Blue Ocean Yacht Management, Eclipse features a diesel-electric propulsion system with generators powering rotating Azipod drives, dramatic exterior styling and a stunning interior design by London-based Terence Disdale Design , which has been responsible for all aspects of aesthetic design and layout, including the superstructure design, deck layouts, interior design and construction supervision. Eclipse was voted Motor Yacht of the Year at the World Superyacht Awards in 2011 and Motor Yacht of the Decade at the 10th World Superyacht Awards in 2015.

Her accommodation includes an owner’s deck of 56 metres in length and facilities for up to 92 crew. Her interior boasts hundreds of custom finishes exclusively developed especially for this project, while her deck areas include a 16 metre swimming pool which can be transformed into a dance floor. The yacht can also accommodate three helicopters, one on each of the two helipads and the third in a storage hangar below the fore deck.

• Builder: Blohm & Voss
• Delivery year: 2010
• Length Overall: 162.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 13564 t

3. Dubai | 162m

Dubai was originally commissioned by Prince Jefri of Brunei with exterior styling and interior design by Andrew Winch . The Blohm & Voss project was suspended in 1998 with just the bare hull and partially complete superstructure. It was eventually sold to the Dubai government, and responsibility passed to Kostis Antonopoulos of Platinum Yachts , which prepared a new in-house interior design completed in 2006.

The aptly named Dubai is the royal yacht of Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum of Dubai. The accommodation, styled by Nakheel Interiors , is designed for 24 guests and comprises an owner’s suite, five VIP suites and six guest suites, all with open balconies. Special features include a 21.3m-wide atrium, a swimming pool, barbecue area, cinema, disco, a landing platform for a Blackhawk helicopter, a gymnasium, and a garage for the yacht’s submarine and a vast array of water toys. Full certification was obtained from Lloyds Register of Shipping in October 2006 and she has since made several voyages. She can reach a maximum speed of 25 knots.

• Builder: Platinum
• Country of build: United Arab Emirates
• Delivery year: 2006
• Length Overall: 162 m
• Gross Tonnage 12488 t

4. Blue | 158m

Taking her place at number four in the list of the world’s longest yachts, Lürssen’s Blue is so voluminous that she beats all the longer boats in terms of gross tonnage. Built for a Middle Eastern owner, she is exceeded for internal space only by those behemoths Dilbar (15,917GT) and Al Said (15,850GT). Terence Disdale has penned classic exterior lines with a sharply raked bow and gentle curves to the deep overhangs of the decks. The main helipad is positioned on the bow, with a smaller one aft. Other exterior features include a pool under cover on the main deck aft, a bathing platform at the stern and twin balconies flanking the owner’s cabin forward. Blue ’s interior is designed to be timeless and rich in “feminine elegance”, a deliberate contrast to the exterior. 

Blue is equipped with a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system that was developed in-house. An electric Azimuth pod drive can manoeuvre the boat alone or in conjunction with the twin propeller shafts. To reduce noise, vibration and NOx levels, Blue has a state-of-the-art exhaust treatment system. The boat is also equipped with new membrane technology that means her treated waste water achieves drinking water quality.

• Delivery year: 2022
• Length Overall: 160.6 m
• Beam: 22.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 14785 t

5. Dilbar | 156m

With a total interior volume of over 15,000 GT, Dilbar is the largest yacht in the world by gross tonnage, if not by length. She was built in steel and aluminium by Lürssen to a design by Espen Øino . In 2016, she was delivered in the Mediterranean for her owner, the Uzbekistani billionaire Alisher Usmanov. She replaced Usmanov’s previous yacht of the same name, which has since been renamed Ona . She is usually spotted cruising around the South of France, northern Spain and sometimes Cyprus.

Record-breaking features on board this SOLAS-class superyacht include her 180 cubic metre swimming pool and her 30,000KW electric diesel power plant. Her interiors, styled by Winch Design, can accommodate up to 24 guests served by nearly 100 crew members. She also has two helipads, 3,800 square metres of living space amd an expansive garden complete with a specially developed variety of grass that tolerates salt air, according to its creator Axel Massmann. Dilbar has a single colour for her exterior, a buttery cream shade, that makes her instantly recognisable at sea and can reach a top speed of 21 knots.

• Delivery year: 2016
• Length Overall: 156 m
• Beam: 23.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 15917 t

6. Al Said | 155m

This Lloyd’s-classed vessel, known as Project Sunflower during construction, was delivered by Lürssen’s Vegesack yard to her owner, Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman, in March 2008. Measuring an impressive 155 metres, Al Said is the principle vessel of the Oman Royal Yacht Squadron. Designed by Espen Øino with the looks of a classic cruise liner, she sails under the Omani flag and her home port is Muttrah Harbour in Muscat. 

This Germanischer Lloyd-classed, 15,850GT yacht can reach a top speed of 25 knots and is reported to have a crew capacity of 150. Her panelled interiors, designed in a traditional style by Jonathan Quinn Barnett , offers huge entertaining spaces and accommodation for 65 guests. Her pièce de résistance is the on-board concert hall that can accommodate a 50-strong orchestra, but across her six decks she also has a helipad and a cinema.

• Delivery year: 2008
• Length Overall: 155 m
• Gross Tonnage 15850 t

7. El Mahrousa | 150.6m

El Mahrousa was first delivered by the Samuda Brothers shipyard in 1865. She held on to the title of longest yacht in the world for over a century before finally being usurped by the delivery of Prince Abdulaziz in the 1980s. She was originally built for the Ottoman governor of Egypt, Khedive Ismail, receive visiting dignitaries. and was present at the opening ceremony of the Suez Canal in 1869, when she was used to receive visiting dignitaries. She was lengthened by 12.1 metres in 1872, when her paddle wheels were removed, and by a further 5.2 metres in 1905. Her last major rebuild was in 1950.

Significant moments in her lifetime include her participation in 1976 as the Egyptian representative at the Bicentennial Fleet Review in New York harbour. She slipped into disrepair after this while being used as a museum ship. In 1992, a major effort was put into making her seaworthy enough to travel to Italy for the Christopher Columbus Fleet Review. She now serves as the Egyptian Presidential Yacht but is seldom seen in public. She is usually berthed in Alexandria, where she is cared for by the Egyptian Navy, which lists her as a training ship. Powered by three Parsons steam turbines, she can achieve a top speed of 16 knots.

• Builder: Samuda
• Country of build: United Kingdom
• Delivery year: 1865
• Length Overall: 150.57 m
• Beam: 12.98 m
• Gross Tonnage 4560 t

8. A+ | 147.3m

Formerly known as Topaz , the Tim Heywood -designed A+ was launched by Lürssen in 2012 and uniquely features Heywood’s signature illuminated on her superstructure. Although she flies a Cayman flag, her owner is a member of the UAE elite – reportedly Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed al-Nahyan, who also owns the UK’s Manchester City football club.

Having previously been chartered twice by Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio, the 147.25 metre superyacht features a helicopter landing pad located at the bow and her interiors have been designed by Terence Disdale – but not much else is known about this superyacht, as many of her details are still shrouded in secrecy.

• Delivery year: 2012
• Length Overall: 147.25 m
• Beam: 21.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 12532 t

9. Prince Abdulaziz | 147m

The 5,200-tonne Prince Abdulaziz was delivered by Danish shipyard Helsingor Vaerft in 1984 to her first owner, King Fahd of Saudi Arabia. Since then, she has continued to serve the Saudi royal family and is berthed beside the king’s palace in Jeddah. She has been refitted three times; in 1987, 1996 and in 2005.

Prince Abdulaziz was built at a reported cost of $184m to a design by Maierform . Her interior, designed by the late David Hicks , blends ancient and modern. One notable feature is the large lobby, said to be designed to mimic that of the Titanic . She includes a hospital, a mosque and a cinema, and there are also rumours of surface-to-air missiles and an underwater surveillance system on board. The mega yacht can accommodate as many as 64 guests and is manned by a crew of 65.

• Builder: Helsingor Vaerft
• Country of build: Denmark
• Delivery year: 1984
• Length Overall: 147 m
• Beam: 18.3 m
• Gross Tonnage 8233 t

10. Opera | 146.4m

Reportedly built for a senior Emirati royal, Opera 's size and gross tonnage catapult her directly into the ranks of the world's 10 biggest private yachts. The 146.4-metre yacht certainly has some of the hallmarks of a Middle Eastern boat, with deep overhangs between decks and lots of enclosed deck space hinting at use in an aggressive climate. Pictures taken during a maiden voyage from Bremen to Portsmouth last summer showed lots of floor-to-ceiling glass across six guest decks, as well as two helicopter landing spots and a beach club whose twin staircases must climb two decks to reach a 10-metre, stone-lined pool aft of the main deck. The pool rises to form a dance floor.

Lürssen has kept the project shrouded in secrecy, but designer Terence Disdale confirmed that interior facilities include a cinema and an extensive spa and wellness centre, plus other features that are being kept under wraps. He also mentioned an upper lounge with a 110-inch television and bay windows.

• Delivery year: 2023
• Length Overall: 146.35 m
• Gross Tonnage 12518 t

11. OK | 146m

This unusual vessel spent decades plying the seas as a float-on yacht carrier for DYT Yacht Transport with the unglamorous moniker Super Servant 3 – and it is this carrying ability that caught the owner’s eye.

40 years after its original launch by Japan’s Oshima Shipbuilding , the yacht emerged from a root-and-branch refit at Karmarine in Turkey. The exterior has been smartened up, with a new matt-black paint job, gold-tinted glazing, teak decking at the bow, stern and sides and an expanse of artificial grass on the submersible aft deck – an idea of the owner’s, to enliven the guest cabins’ view. There are reports that this space doubles as a tennis court and, at 32 metres by 100 metres, there would certainly be the room for it.

With a strengthened hull, the boat’s original role as a yacht carrier has been enhanced. Pumping ballast into tanks under the aft deck allows the platform to lower so that the owner’s 46-metre ketch can be floated aboard and secured. There’s also a 40-tonne crane for positioning other toys – reportedly up to 70 of them, from launches and cars to a seaplane.

Under the direction of Bozca Design , Karmarine has stripped out and rebuilt the accommodation area at the front of the yacht. There are cabins for up to 20 guests, a glazed sundeck spa pool, a "botanical" garden and an outdoor cinema. The lift between decks runs through a glass tower outside the superstructure. 

• Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding
• Country of build: Japan
• Delivery year: 1982
• Length Overall: 146 m
• Beam: 32.01 m
• Gross Tonnage 11296 t

12. Sailing Yacht A | 142.8m

This Philippe Starck -designed vessel is the second superyacht commissioned by Russian businessman Andrey Melnichenko, after his first Motor Yacht A . She was built in Germany by the Nobiskrug yard and delivered in February 2017.

A sail-assisted yacht like no other, Sailing Yacht A comprises eight decks, and her rotating curved carbon fibre masts tower to 100 metres. She is made to set 3,747 square metres of sail and is manned by crew of 54. She sports an underwater viewing pod (moulded into the keel) and balconies enclosed by the largest pieces of curved glass ever. There are 24 shell doors in her hull, and she has a diesel-electric power plant controlled by computer. Records claimed by the Starck superyacht include the world's tallest carbon masts, with the tallest standing at 100 metres above sea level.

• Builder: Nobiskrug
• Delivery year: 2017
• Length Overall: 142.81 m
• Beam: 24.88 m
• Gross Tonnage 12700 t

16. Scheherazade | 140m

Another titan by Lürssen , Scheherazade carries the same name as the enigmatic story-teller of the Middle Eastern epic One Thousand and One nights . She hit the water in July 2019 and offers phenomenal volumes at 10,167 GT. Her Espen Øino exterior features a four-deck aluminium superstructure with elegant tapering roofs and an eclectic range of coloured LED exterior lighting. She also has two large helipads – one at the bow and one on the upper deck – plus a prominent beach club aft. 

There is very little information regarding her interior by François Zuretti , but if the work of the French design house on 106-metre Amadea is anything to go by, it is imperious and sophisticated. With the owner known to be a Middle Eastern billionaire, this yacht is designed with warmer climates in mind. Temperatures in excess of 45 degrees Celsius are quite normal in the region during the summer months, so Scheherazade has relatively little exterior space for a yacht of this size. There is limited covered deck space at the aft end of the main and upper decks, but it is well enclosed by glass sides for cooling. Even the sundeck is completely shaded by a hardtop, which all helps to give her an astonishing internal volume.

• Delivery year: 2020
• Length Overall: 141.96 m
• Beam: 23.3 m
• Gross Tonnage 10167 t

13. Nord | 142m

Nord started life as Project Redwood, then Opus. Everyone involved in her design and build has remained tight-lipped about the details, but build manager Rob Moran shared some exclusive insight with BOAT International .

First up, she has an Ice Class hull for real exploration. Her aluminium superstructure runs to four decks, contained within the dramatic sweep of a black-painted arch – a key part of the vision of designers Nuvolari Lenard . Not one but two helipads are in evidence, while a vast beach club and tender garage gives  "space to store a plethora of toys including 16 tenders, a submarine and an ROV", according to Moran. The largest tender reportedly measures 15 metres, and there is a watersports and dive centre on the lower deck. Nord has a generous touch-and-go helipad at its heavily flared aircraft carrier bow, but there is also a much bigger space aft up on the bridge deck that offers landing, parking and bunkering for the owner’s helicopter, as well as an entire hangar for protection during longer passages. 

Also visible to onlookers was the exceptional 25-metre-long swimming pool on the main deck aft, plus a spa pool on the upper deck. Her interior is reported to include a gym, spa, sauna and a whole deck devoted to the owner.

• Delivery year: 2021
• Length Overall: 141.6 m
• Beam: 19.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 10154 t

14. Yas | 141m

Delivered in 1978 by De Schelde as a navy frigate, Yas was rebuilt in 2013 by Abu Dhabi MAR. Previously known under the project name Swift 141, she was completely modified with new machinery and electronic systems and outfitted with a luxurious interior. It has been suggested that her owner is a member of the Emirati royal family.

She has been designed inside and out by Pierrejean Design Studio of Paris . The unique superstructure of Yas is built in advanced composites and glass and was supposedly inspired by the profile shape of a dolphin. She is reportedly able to accommodate 60 guests and 56 crew, and on-board features include a heli-pad and al fresco dining spaces aft, and a Jacuzzi on her top deck. Her beach club Jacuzzi is complemented by a waterfall feature and a spiral staircase connects her the multiple decks. Powered by twin MTU diesels, Yas has a top speed of 26 knots.

• Builder: De Schelde
• Country of build: Netherlands
• Length Overall: 141 m
• Beam: 14.6 m
• Gross Tonnage 5002 t

15. Ocean Victory | 140m

Ocean Victory was completed at Fincantieri’s Muggiano yard in Italy after launching in April 2014. This seven-deck yacht is based on a design by Espen Øino and her interior is by Alberto Pinto and Laura Sessa . She has internal seawater dockage for a 14-metre tender and six pools of up to 8 metres in length. There’s a certified helideck and a hangar to store the aircraft, while inside Ocean Victory boasts an underwater observation room and more than 300 square metres of spa facilities. She is SOLAS-classed and is the largest yacht ever built in Italy. 

In 2016, the superyacht world was shocked and saddened to hear of the death of one of Ocean Victory’ s crew members, who suffered critical leg injuries while setting the anchor off the coast of Mu Ko Similan National Park in Thailand. Little else is known about this top-secret yacht, which is kept much under wraps and away from prying eyes.

• Builder: Fincantieri
• Country of build: Italy
• Delivery year: 2014
• Length Overall: 140 m
• Gross Tonnage 8506 t

17. Solaris | 140M

The 140-metre expedition yacht Solaris was launched in the city of Bremerhaven in February 2021 as the flagship model of German shipyard Lloyd Werft . She is the debut project of Australian designer Marc Newson , who has given her a dramatic grey and white superstructure which features a unique fashion plate which wraps around the mast and connects both sides of the hull. Spanning eight decks in total, Solaris has been constructed in aluminium and steel and offers a 26-metre beam. Little information has been shared about her interiors, but her exterior is equipped with a large helipad, a sun deck and a spacious beach club aft.

Turning to the technical elements, Solaris is reportedly outfitted with a power and energy management system from ABB and features two Azipods powered by nine megawatts – the most powerful propulsion system of its kind to ever be installed on a yacht. She runs on a total of eight MTU diesel engines, providing 19,040hp. Little else is known about the superyacht, on which construction first began in 2018.

• Builder: Lloyd Werft
• Length Overall: 139.7 m
• Gross Tonnage 11247 t

18. Al Salamah | 139.3m

Built by the consortium of Howaldtswerke Deutsche Werft (HDW) in Kiel and the Lürssen shipyard in Germany, Al Salamah is often referred to as "Mipos", the code name used during the construction of this most secret of yachts. Mipos was short for "Mission Possible" – a statement proved correct by her delivery in 1999.

She has a length of 139.3 metres, a massive beam of 23.5 metres, and is reported to have a top speed of 21.5 knots. Both the interior design and the exterior styling are by the London-based Terence Disdale Design . Al Salamah was owned by the late Sultan bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, who also owned 147 metre Prince Abdulaziz . She was refitted by Lürssen in 2007 and is rumoured to carry a hospital room with an underwater treadmill for physical therapy on board.

• Delivery year: 1999
• Length Overall: 139.29 m
• Gross Tonnage 12234 t

19. Luminance | 138.8m

Espen Øino is repsonsible for this giant yacht's crisp exterior lines. Despite a traditional raked bow, she looks bang up to date with a gleaming hull and superstructure that counterpoise dark blue and silver to create a masculine look. Øino has played with the profile of the overhangs to give the illusion of reverse sheer amidships. The effect is especially striking when viewing the yacht from beam-on. Her twin helicopter pads – one on the foredeck and another high up aft – will make her capable of ambitious explorer programmes. She also boasts a large beach club and an infinity pool, with a private spa pool area on the foredeck of what may be an owner's deck.

Luminance was expected in 2023, but delivery has fallen back a fraction. It is a mammoth project, whose true length has only just been confirmed at 138.8 metres. Her Ukranian owner, mining and financial services mogul Rinat Akhmetov, told The New York Times last year that he was mulling the boat's sale following Russia's invasion of his homeland, but it's not known whether he followed through.

• Delivery year: 2024
• Length Overall: 138.8 m
• Gross Tonnage 8999 t

20. Rising Sun | 138m

Rising Sun was built for Larry Ellison, co-founder and CEO of Oracle. She's the last yacht that ever came from designer Jon Bannenberg’s drawing board, with interiors styled by   Laura Seccombe . Rising Sun ’s naval architecture experimented with an extensive use of structural glass for a clean and stripped-down profile.

In 2006, Ellison sold half ownership to media mogul David Geffen, who bought the remaining half in 2010. Rising Sun is reported to have cost more than $290,000,000 and was extended by 18 metres in-build to ensure she was larger than the 126.2-metre Octopus , belonging to Microsoft’s co-founder, Paul Allen. Her 8,000 square metres of living space can accommodate 45 crew members, and includes a wine cellar and basketball court, plus accommodation for 16. One of her tenders, a catamaran, carries the yacht’s 4x4 vehicle ashore.

• Delivery year: 2004
• Length Overall: 138 m
• Gross Tonnage 7841 t

21. Flying Fox | 136m

Formerly Project Shu, PYC-compliant Flying Fox was built by Lürssen for a serial charter yacht owner and completed her sea trials off the coast of Germany in May 2019. The 136-metre, six-deck yacht towers 32 metres above the waterline – as tall as three London buses balanced end on end. Her elegant, well-balanced profile by Espen Øino conceals an extraordinarily voluminous interior by Mark Berryman , including a double-height atrium that forms the main deck lobby. There are 11 cabins for 36 guests, all with private sea-view terraces, and expansive outdoor living spaces, such as a 12-metre swimming pool transversing the main deck aft, swim platforms and two helipads. The 400-square-metre spa is the stand-out feature. It has heated limestone floors, a Hammam, massage and beauty treatment rooms and the first cryosauna ever installed on a yacht, with a main chamber that reaches a chilly -110C. There’s also an on-board hospital.

One of the most expensive superyachts in the world available for charter , Flying Fox is crewed by an experienced team of 54. She boasts a toybox stuffed with jet skis and other Seabobs, hoverboards, room for a submarine and and nine different tenders. Plus, she even has her own dive centre and kite surf store on board.

• Delivery year: 2019
• Length Overall: 136 m
• Beam: 20.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 9100 t

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22. savarona | 135.9m.

Built by Blohm + Voss for American bridge cable heiress Emily Roebling Cadwalader in 1931, Savarona was sold in 1938 to the Turkish government and became the presidential yacht of Kemal Atatürk. In 1989, Kahraman Sadikoglu obtained a 50-year lease and, with investors, spent $35,000,000 on the refit of this classic superyacht, including a library suite dedicated to the memory of Atatürk and furnished with his personal artefacts. In 2010, after an alleged scandal, the Turkish government cancelled the lease and resumed ownership. In 2014, she was refurbished and now serves as the state yacht of Turkey. 

Savarona was, for a time, offered on the market for superyacht charters around Istanbul, although she is no longer available to the public. Key features onboard this superyacht include a marble-finished Turkish hammam bath that spans the entire 16-metre beam, a swimming pool, a gold-trimmed grand staircase and a private cinema. She is named after a type of black swan found in the Indian Ocean region.

• Delivery year: 1931
• Length Overall: 135.94 m
• Beam: 16.12 m
• Gross Tonnage 4701 t

23. Crescent | 135.5m

Crescent , formerly Project Thunder, has what the yard called a "traditionally-styled" interior by Zuretti , exterior design by Espen Øino and naval architecture by Lürssen . Øino went to great lengths to maximise what he calls the "vision lines" from the interior and the decks – especially from the centreline, which on such a beamy boat is a long way from the sides – by having full height windows and keeping the bulwarks as low as possible.

She has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure and was built to DNV GL standards. Her striking black hull is matched with a silver superstructure that has distinctive wing stations amidships. Just forward of the wing stations are three-deck windows, providing spectacular views for her 18-strong guest list.

• Delivery year: 2018
• Length Overall: 135.5 m
• Gross Tonnage 9194 t

24. Serene | 133.9m

Built for a Russian owner, Serene was the first superyacht delivered by Italian yard Fincantieri . She can accommodate up to 24 guests and 52 crew, and boasts 4,500 square metres of interior space designed by Reymond Langton .

Serene has seven decks, two helipads and a hangar, carries a custom submarine certified to 100m depth and has underwater viewing ports in her Nemo room. A "snow room" can make up to four inches of snow, while the impressive spiral staircase rises through six decks and is lit by a large skylight. Serene won Best Motor Yacht of 3,000GT and Above at the 2012 World Superyacht Awards. Powered by a diesel engine, Serene can reach a top speed of 20 knots and has a maximum cruising range of 6000 nautical miles.

• Delivery year: 2011
• Length Overall: 133.9 m
• Beam: 18.6 m
• Gross Tonnage 8231 t

25. Al Mirqab | 133m

Al Mirqab was built by Peterswerft - Kusch for Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani – the former prime minister of Qatar. Her exterior design is by Tim Heywood and her interiors were styled by Winch Design . She is propelled by five generators that power two electric motors driving conventional shafts and a centrally positioned azimuthing electric pod drive. A grand staircase floats through four floors and surrounds suspended glass artwork by Dale Chihuly. 

Al Mirqab won Motor Yacht of the Year at the World Superyacht Awards 2009 and Best Interior Design among motor yachts. She can accommodate 60 guests and is manned by an equal number of crew.

• Builder: Peterswerft - Kusch
• Length Overall: 133.2 m
• Gross Tonnage 5000 t

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This magnificent yacht was originally commissioned by Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei. Construction was suspended in 1998 and the vessel left unfinished until HH Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum secured the rumoured $300 million project. Platinum Yachts took the mega yacht to completion and in 2006 launched Dubai to become the world’s largest private yacht. Today however, Dubai is the second largest privately owned yacht in the world.

Launched in February 2022, Project Blue is Lurssen's latest secretive yacht project. With little revealed about her specifications and designers, her expansive size was confirmed by the German shipyard following her launch: an incredible 160m. Project Blue will be Lurssen's second-largest superyacht, and is due to be delivered in 2023. She was recently spotted in Bremerhaven, Germany, making her way out to sea for her maiden sea trial. She is expected to have a beam of 21m, and a gross tonnage of 15,320 GT. Her other specifications are currently unknown.

Originally known as Project Omar, the 156 metre superyacht Dilbar was launched in 2016 after over 4 years of construction. A favourite with yachtspotters worldwide, Dilbar is considered the largest superyacht in the world by volume.

Like most royal superyachts, little is known about Al Said, a giant mega yacht formerly codenamed "Project Sunflower". She was delivered to the Sultan of Oman in 2008 as a replacement for a smaller mega yacht of the same name. At a stunning 155m, Al Said consists of six large decks and features striking exterior and interior design by Espen Oeino International, the same company that designed the stunning 127m mega yacht Octopus. According to reports, Al Said is said to accommodate as many as 70 guests and 154 professional crew, as well as featuring a concert room capable of accommodating a 50 piece orchestra.

When construction of A+ (formerly named Topaz) first began she was forecast to be the 4th largest yacht in the world and to measure approximately 147m (482’3’’ft). Having left her floating shed at the Lürssen shipyard located in Bremen, Germany, she is now ready to claim that mantle and undergo the final phases of construction.

Prince Abdulaziz

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As one of the yachts of the Saudi Royal Family, Prince Abdulaziz is used to conduct official business as well as for pleasure. The largest yacht built in the 20th century, the interior alone took 15 months to complete. Originally built for the late King Fahd of Saudi Arabia who named the yacht after his son, it is now owned by his brother Abddullah.

Very little is known about Lurssen's mysterious superyacht OPERA. At 146m, the superyacht will be the sixth largest yacht Lurssen has built at the time of her launch in September 2022. OPERA was first spotted in May 2021 when she transported to the yard's Bremen outfitting facilities in Germany.

El Mahrousa

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This Egyptian presidential yacht is not only one of the world’s largest but also one of the oldest. Built in 1865 in London, the yacht was intended for the King of Egypt. Originally named Mahroussa, El Horriya was extended in 1872 and again in 1905.  Nowadays she is berthed in Alexandria and is listed as a training ship by the Egyptian Navy.

Developed by German shipyard Lürssen, construction of Project Luminance is underway at their facilities near Lemwerder. Due to enter the esteemed list of the Top 10 largest superyachts in the world, information about the 145m superyacht is limited at this moment in time. Lürssen are world-famous for their incredible innovations and their capacity to build extremely large mega yachts filled with numerous features. Photos that have been captured of the boat indicate that she will have considerable deck space with plenty of room left over indoors to be packed out with luxury.

SAILING YACHT A

Sailing Yacht A is a highly unique vessel, with an LOA of 142.81m. She is one of the world’s largest and the most advanced superyachts with a number of unique features, including an underwater observation pod, hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system and premium navigation systems. Her three masts are the tallest and most highly loaded freestanding composite structures in the world. Her futuristic design was created by Philippe Starck, her smooth silver-metallic surfaces challenging the expectations of conventional aesthetics.

As one of the most well-known builders of Top 100 yachts, Lurssen's NORD (formerly Opus and Redwood) has been highly anticipated as one of the largest ever to launch from the German yard. Also the largest project set to launch in 2020, at 142m, she will accommodate up to 36 guests in 20 cabins and was designed by Nuvolari Lenard.

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The 141m superyacht Swift141, now christened 'Yas', was successfully launched by ADMShipyards in November 2011; entering the record books as both the largest launch of 2011 and most significant superyacht in recent history. ADMShipyards, members of Privinvest, has proudly announced the launch of their first superyacht. At 141 meters, this stunning private yacht ranks as the sixth largest superyacht in the world.

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Project Solaris is the revolutionary explorer yacht built by German masters of engineering Lloyd Werft. Topping off the yard's record for ultra large luxury yacht build, Project Solaris is an estimated 139m+ explorer yacht at the German giant's shed.

Scheherezade

As with most yachts in construction at Lurssen, little is known about this 140m project. We do not yet know the designer or architect, but she has been spotted moving around the build-hall. Her sightings have lead yacht spotters on the docks of the yard to aptly name her 'Project Lightning.' We hope to see her launch towards the end of 2019.

Ocean Victory

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The largest yacht ever built in Italy and one of the ten largest in the world, Fincantieri has announced the successful delivery of Project Victory - a 140 metre superyacht launched in 2014 - under the official name of Ocean Victory.

Code named as Mipos (short for Mission Possible) during her construction, Al Salamah belongs to Saudi Arabian Defence Minister Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz. Kept a great secret, rumours tell that she has over 80 rooms, a helipad, and an indoor swimming pool complete with glass roof. A real working wonder, this yacht was completed in 1999 after only two years.

Owned by media bigwig David Geffen, Rising Sun is rumoured to have been commissioned by Ellison specifically to be larger than Paul Allen’s Octopus. This 2004 yacht is spread over five decks and is equipped with everything from Jacuzzi bathrooms and wine cellars to a top deck basketball court.

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The 25 Largest Yachts in the World

The list runs from lürssen's 592-foot 'azzam' to fincantieri 439-foot 'serene,' with a fascinating group of bespoke vessels in between..

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The new arrivals in 2024 knock the mighty 436.4-foot  Al Mirqab   and  Koru , Jeff Bezos’s sailing yacht, off the list. The “smallest” yacht— Serene —measures a whopping 439.3 feet. A raft of behemoths didn’t make it, including Feadship’s 290-foot Project 821 that is launching this year, the largest build from the Dutch shipyard to date.

Two of Lürssen’s 2024 deliveries also fell short, including Project Deep Blue and Project JassJ. That said, the German yard remains top of the leader board with the immoveable 592.6-foot  Azzam . It also claims 13 of the 25 world’s largest yachts, two of which are new entries.

The list is interesting because most were built in the last 15 years, but there are several historical yachts, including  Savarona , launched in 1931, and  El Mahrousa , launched in 1865, that withstand the test of time. Others like  Yas  and  OK are conversions from other types of vessels. The inimitable  A  is a one-of-a-kind, never-to-be-repeated sailing superyacht.

Here are the world’s top 25 yachts by length.

Azzam | 592 feet, 6 inches

Lürssen could never really boast about Azzam after its launch in 2013 because of the owner’s penchant for privacy, though it did describe the interior by Christophe Leoni, which features a 95-foot-long main salon, as “inspired by the Empire style of the early 19th century.” Owner Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi directed a team of designers and engineers who started with the bare concept, worked through the technical challenges of what might be the most complex superyacht ever, and finished with an unusually large vessel that can top the 30-knot mark when operating in “sprint mode”. Its gas turbines, connected to water jets, also give it the ability to operate at high speed in shallow waters. Nauta Yacht’s exterior features a long, sleek forward area, with well-proportioned tiers moving up to the skydeck. It took an impressive six million man-hours—or four years including engineering—to build.  Azzam  accommodates up to 36 guests, and a crew of 80.

Fulk Al Salamah | 538 feet, 1 inch

Little information has been released about the world’s second-longest superyacht, the custom-built Fulk Al Salamah , and it has been shrouded in mystery since it was first announced in 2014. Even the overall length of 538.1 feet has been estimated from AIS data. However, the imposing vessel, built and delivered by Italian builder Mariotti Yachts in their Genoa shipyard in 2016, is believed to be owned by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman. Last refit in 2021, the yacht has an exterior design by Studio de Jorio, and it is considered by some to resemble more of a support vessel than a superyacht. Nonetheless, aerial photography shows an impressively large helideck, raked masts, and a bathing platform.

Eclipse | 533 feet, 1 inch

The 533.1-foot stately  Eclipse , one of two yachts on this list owned by sanctioned billionaire Roman Abramovich, took five years to design and build. When it left the Blohm+Voss shipyard in Hamburg in 2010, it was the world’s largest yacht. The interior has 17 staterooms and a palatial primary suite, with the capacity to carry 85 crew. Both the interior and exterior are designed by Terence Disdale. A proportional profile is defined by tiered decks that sweep upward and bend ever so slightly at the aft ends. Eclipse  has a 185-foot-long owner’s deck, the capacity to hold three helicopters, a sophisticated stabilization system, six tenders, and an enormous spa, gym and beach club, not to mention one of the largest swimming pools on any superyacht. Hybrid diesel-electric engines are connected to Azipod drives that give Eclipse a top-end speed of 21 knots, with a range of 6,000 nautical miles.

Dubai | 531 feet, 5 inches

Even at 531.5 feet, Dubai ’s all-white Winch-designed exterior belies the dramatic and vibrant interior within. Colorful mosaic floors, a spiraling glass staircase, 70-foot-wide atrium, and bursts of red, blue, and green create a carnival of scene. Originally commissioned for Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei as a joint project between Blohm+Voss and Lürssen . Known as “Panhandle,” the project was halted in 1998 with just a bare hull and skeletal superstructure. The hull was sold to the government of Dubai, and, under the direction of the country’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, work on the 531.5-footer began again, though this time by Platinum Yachts. Dubai delivered in 2006 and is now the sheikh’s royal yacht, with accommodations for 24 guests and quarters for 88 crew. The SOLAS-certified seven-decked yacht has a landing pad for a Black Hawk helicopter, submarine garage, disco and cinema, and can reach a top speed of 26 knots. There’s also a waterfall that cascades from the yacht’s pool, located aft of the main deck. The yacht’s range of 8,500 nm at 25 knots gives it the potential to cruise around the world in record time.

Blue | 518 feet, 3 inches

Lürssen’s newest entry on the list, Blue , which delivered to its Middle Eastern owner in July 2022, may rank at number five out of the world’s largest yachts, but its diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system goes a long way to minimize emissions. The yacht also features an electric Azimuth pod drive that can be used independently or in conjunction with the twin propeller shafts. There is a waste-water treatment system and an advanced exhaust treatment system to help reduce NOx levels, as well as cut down on vibration and noise pollution. Interior and exterior design is by Terence Disdale, Blue is defined in profile by a raked bow with a helipad, an aft deck pool, and twin balconies forward either side of the owner’s full-beam suite. There is a second, smaller helipad aft. The British designer has reportedly penned a feminine and elegant interior, though no images have yet been released.

Dilbar | 511 feet, 8 inches

The 2016 launch of Dilbar gave Lürssen the distinction of not only building the longest yacht ever ( Azzam ), but also the largest in terms of volume. Espen Øino designed the exterior, creating a full-bodied superstructure of long, flowing decks, along with two helicopter pads,two helicopter pads, one of which has a hangar with an H175 helicopter always on standby.  Dilbar  also has an oversized garden and an 82-foot swimming pool that can hold an incredible 6,357-cubic-feet of water and according to Lürssen, is the world’s longest on a yacht. The interior by  Winch Design  is defined by its “rare and exclusive luxury materials,” says the builder, declining to go into detail. Despite  Dilbar ’s volume, the designers did a masterful job making the yacht look relatively svelte. In June 2020, Dilbar returned to Lürssen for a significant refit, where the yacht remains following U.S. sanctions placed on the owner, Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, in 2022. The yacht’s value is estimated to be $600 million.

Al Saïd | 508 feet, 5 inches

Another 500-plus-foot yacht from Lürssen, the original Project Sunflower gained its official name of Al Saïd following its launch in 2016. Espen Øino’s exterior is akin to a classic cruise liner, complete with the twin-exhaust stacks in the center of the superstructure. Owned by the Sultan of Oman, the yacht was listed for the sale for the first time in April 2022 for an undisclosed sum, but a buyer has yet to be confirmed. The six-decked  Al Saïd  can carry 154 crew and an estimated 70 guests across 26 suites. Lürssen reports a top speed of 22 knots. The London-based Redman Whiteley Dixon studio designed the interior, which includes a concert hall that can hold a 50-piece orchestra, a private cinema for 50 people; you’ll also find a medical room and dental care on board.

A+ | 483 feet, 1 inch

Very little is known about A+ (formerly Topaz) , which was launched by Lürssen in 2012. Tim Heywood Designs did the exterior, which features helipads on the foredeck and amidships on an upper deck. A lower aft deck includes a swimming pool. The German yard has not released any images of the Terence Disdale interior. Reported to be owned by Manchester City Football Club owner Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed al Nahyan—Emirati royalty and deputy prime minister of the UAE— A+  is equipped with a 40-foot Vikal catamaran beachlander and is powered by six Wärtsilä engines to reach a top speed of 22 knots. It can carry 62 guests and up to 79 crew and was last refit in 2022.

Prince Abdulaziz | 482 feet, 3 inches

The 5,200-tonne Prince Abdulaziz is one of the Saudi Royal family’s yachts, its first owner being King Fahd. Designed by Maierform, the yacht was the longest and tallest in the world at the time of its launch, a title the 482.3-foot  Prince Abdulaziz  held for 22 years until  Dubai  launched in 2006. The late David Nightingale Hicks, known for his use of bright colors, was the interior designer. The lobby is said to be a replica of the Titanic . The yacht is also rumored to be carrying surface-to-air missiles, though that may be an urban legend. Launched by Helsingør Værft in Denmark in 1984, it was last refit in 2023.

OK | 479 feet

Originally built by Japan’s Oshima Shipbuilding in 1982, the semisubmersible heavy lift ship was used for decades by DYT Yacht Transport as float-on yacht carrier. In 2022, the vessel underwent a private conversion at Karmarine shipyard in Turkey, turning it into a luxury, though highly unusual, yacht named OK . Modifications include a matte-black paint job, gold-tinted glazing, and teak decking. The vessel’s 328-foot submersible aft deck—a feature that first attracted her new owner, who uses OK to transport their 150-foot ketch—is now covered in a carpet of artificial grass. A 40-tonne crane allows for the safe and easy launch and retrieval of a vast range of toys, including a seaplane. The interior by Bozca Design is reported to include accommodation for 20 guests, a botanical garden, and a crazy Willy Wonka–inspired glass elevator that operates outside of the yacht’s superstructure.

Opera | 479 feet

Very little is known about Lürssen’s mysterious superyacht Opera , though it’s thought to be a rebuild of Project Sassi, which was destroyed in a fire in 2018 at the German shipyard. Now four feet longer than the first iteration, the superyacht became the 11th largest yacht in the world when it delivered to its patient owner in 2023. Exterior and interior designed by Terence Disdale, Opera has a whopping 66-foot beam and an interior volume exceeding 10,000GT. No interior images have been released yet, though judging by its two swimming pools, one with a lifting floor, and two helipads—one on the bow and one on the upper aft deck—it seems no expense has been spared.

El Mahrousa | 478 feet, 1 inch

El Mahrousa , which means “The Protected” in Arabic, is currently Egypt’s presidential yacht, though the 478.1-footer has a separate history as that country’s royal yacht. The London-based Samuda Brothers began the build in 1863, and it was launched in 1865. The world’s oldest superyacht—and formerly the world’s biggest—was originally built for the Ottoman governor of Egypt, Khedive Ismail, and later carried three Egyptian kings into exile. The yacht was also at the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. It features external design by the British naval architect Sir Oliver Lang and has had multiple modifications over the years, including a lengthening by 40 feet in 1872 and another 17 feet in 1905. During the second refit, the owners replaced its paddle-wheel engines with turbine-driven propellers. The yacht, in care of the Egyptian Navy, occasionally goes to sea for a day or two. In 2015, it was used to inaugurate the new Suez Canal.

Project Luminance | 475 feet, 7 inches

Delivered in 2024, Project Luminance (the real name is yet to be confirmed) is Lürssen’s newest entry on the list. Exterior designed by Espen Øino, the yacht has a raked bow, a contrasting paint job in a dark blue hull and silver superstructure and a whopping 8,999 gross tons of interior volume. Few details are yet known about the gigayacht owned by Ukrainian mining and financial services mogul Rinat Akhmetov, including the interior by Francois Zuretti, but aerial shots reveal twin helicopter pads—one on the foredeck and another high up aft—a large beach club, and an infinity pool, with a private spa pool area on the foredeck.

A | 468 feet, 5 inches

Undoubtedly one of the most visionary projects ever delivered by German shipyard Nobiskrug, the Philippe Starck-designed A is a wild fantasy of the future. Delivered in 2017, the futuristic look of  sailing yacht  A includes smooth, silver-metallic surfaces and windows that look nearly invisible, a 26-foot draft, three composite masts that bend slightly, and a deck hidden by high bulwarks. The Philippe Starck–design is a wild fantasy yacht of the future. The 468-foot sailing yacht is a technical victory for Nobiskrug , which developed composite fashion plates to create the unusual shapes without compromising any strength or fluidity. It has the tallest freestanding composite masts on any sailing vessel, a diesel-electric propulsion system, and state-of-the-art navigation systems. The boat also reportedly has an underwater viewing platform in the keel. Starck’s traditional interior features dark wood, copper accents, and cozy patterned carpets. The split-deck main salon is divided into zoned seating areas with integrated bookshelves. A remains today the world’s largest sailing yacht six years after its launch, though many argue it is better defined as a sail-assisted yacht.

Nord | 466 feet

Nord was announced in 2015 but didn’t hit the water until its 2020 sea trials in the Baltic Sea. The 466-foot yacht features interior design by Italian studio Nuvolari Lenard and was Lürssen’s first yacht launched from its floating shed at its facility in Vegasack. Boasting top-tier amenities, the yacht includes a sports and diving center on the lower deck, multiple tenders ranging in size up to 50 feet and a large swimming pool. The two helipads support the yacht’s long-range cruising capabilities for autonomous exploration, and a retractable hangar means a helicopter can slide neatly into the superstructure for storage when not in use. A generous 20 staterooms accommodate 36 guests across six decks, while a sleek aft-sloping superstructure gives Nord an individual profile on the water.

Yas | 462 feet, 6 inches

As a converted yacht, Yas is one of the most interesting vessels on this list. The dolphin-like exterior was originally a former Dutch Navy frigate that launched in 1978 and eventually sold to the navy of the United Arab Emirates, where it was renamed Al Emirat . The yacht underwent its dramatic conversion in a facility in Abu Dhabi’s main port, emerging as a gleaming superyacht in 2011, with one of the most interesting profiles on the water. It was eventually delivered four years later. Reportedly owned by Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed al Nahyan, half-brother of the president of the UAE, Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the design by Paris-based Pierrejean Vision is defined by massive glass surfaces. Yas can accommodate 60 guests and 58 crew members. Mated to a steel hull, the superstructure is the largest composite edifice ever built.

Solaris | 459 feet, 3 inches

Owned by Russian businessman Roman Abramovich, the 476-foot  Solaris  was one of the largest yachts to deliver in 2021. Last refit in 2022 at MB92 in Barcelona, the vast, highly private explorer is built by German shipyard Lloyd Werft and features a displacement steel hull with bulbous bow and steel superstructure with teak decks. The eight-deck exterior by Australian designer Marc Newson houses a large helipad, sundeck, spacious beach club aft and 21,527 square feet of glass, the largest panes to ever be built into a yacht. Lloyd Werft also built the Russian billionaire’s previous explorer yacht Luna , which he reportedly sold for $360 million to his close friend Farkhad Akhmedov in 2014.

Ocean Victory | 459 feet, 3 inches

The largest motoryacht ever built in Italy, Fincantieri’s Ocean Victory is owned by Russian billionaire Viktor Rashnikov, who was sanctioned in 2022. The seven-deck exterior by Espen Øino includes two helideck platforms and a hangar belowdecks, as well as exceptional outdoor social areas and a floodable tender dock. Ocean Victory has accommodations for 28 guests as well as quarters for 56 crew. The interior by Alberto Pinto remains a secret, aside from the yacht’s six pools, a 3,300-square-foot spa, and an underwater observation room.

Scheherazade | 459 feet, 3 inches

The 459.3-foot, Lürssen-built Scheherazade (formerly known as Project Lightning) was delivered in June 2020, with exterior design by Espen Øino and interior design by Francois Zuretti. Two helipads, forward and aft, and a large beach club aft are visible from aerial photographs, but aside from the yacht’s reported seven-foot beam, 40 crew and unique drone-crashing system for privacy, further details have not yet been released. The reason may lie with the yacht’s unofficial owner, believed to be Russian president Vladimir Putin. In May 2022, Italian authorities froze Scheherazade in the port of Marina di Carrara following an investigation conducted by Italian financial police who found the ship’s beneficial owner had “significant economic and business ties” to high-ranking Russian government officials, though the results of the investigation to date remain inconclusive.

Al Salamah | 456 feet

When Lürssen launched Al Salamah in 1999, it was the third-largest yacht in the world. Its number 20 ranking shows how much has changed in the last 20 years. Code-named MIPOS, or Mission Possible, the yacht was designed by Terence Disdale . Originally owned by Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the yacht was put up for sale for $280 million in in 2013 before it was reportedly given to Bahraini Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa as a gift. The large imposing exterior is primarily protected space, with an upper deck exposed to the elements. Al Salamah has staterooms for 40 guests, including two owner suites, 11 VIP staterooms, and eight twin cabins. The yacht can carry up to 96 crew and has a top speed of 22 knots. Al Salamah was last refitted in 2009.

Rising Sun | 454 feet, 1 inch

Designed by the original guru of yacht designers, Jon Bannenberg, Rising Sun was built by Lürssen for Oracle CEO Larry Ellison and is currently owned by billionaire David Geffen, who reportedly paid $590 million for the yacht. The yacht comes with a gym, a grand piano, multiple swimming pools, a beauty salon, and a spa with a sauna. Delivered in 2004 and last refit in 2022, the yacht’s exterior is defined by banks of windows across the superstructure. Rising Sun has 86,000 square feet of living space in 82 rooms. It can accommodate 18 guests in nine cabins, with the capacity to carry up to 46 crew. The interior by Seccombe Design includes a gym, cinema, and wine cellar, and the rear cockpit deck was designed as a basketball court. Geffen received global media backlash in 2020 for his “tone deaf” social-media posts that pictured himself on board his yacht during Covid-19 lockdown.

Flying Fox | 446 feet, 2 inches

The 446.2-foot  Flying Fox is arguably the most high-profile yacht on this list, primarily for being the largest yacht available on the charter market. In 2022, it was also singled out as “blocked property” by U.S. authorities in 2022 due to its previous management Imperials Yachts, which was on the US sanctions list. The yacht’s owner, however, Russian billionaire Dmitry Kamenshchik, is not sanctioned, so the yacht was turned over to him and returned to charter in 2024. Key features of the Espen Øino-designed exterior are a curvaceous dove-gray hull and a 3.7-foot swimming pool that runs athwartship on the main aft deck, the largest ever found on board a yacht. A two-decked spa also gives guests access to a cryosauna, hammam, and relaxation room with a fold-down balcony at sea level. Packed to the rafters with the latest amenities, the yacht holds a diving center, a decompression chamber, and two helipads. Flying Fox is PYC compliant and can accommodate 25 guests.

Savarona | 446 feet, 2 inches

Launched in 1931, and by far the largest and fastest private yacht of her day, Savarona was built for American heiress Emily Roebling Cadwalader and is easily identified by its two mustard-colored funnels. The yacht was eventually acquired by Turkey to be the presidential yacht of Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey. Jane’s Fighting Ships described the yacht in 1949 as “probably the most sumptuously fitted yacht afloat.”  Savarona was later converted to a training ship for the Turkish Navy and, in 1978, destroyed by fire. The yacht laid in tatters for 10 years. A Turkish businessman spent around $45 million refurbishing Savarona , commissioning Donald Starkey for the interior and replacing the original steam-turbine engines with modern Caterpillar diesels. Savarona became Turkey’s official presidential yacht again in 2014, accommodating up to 34 guests in 17 suites and carrying up to 48 crew. Amenities include a swimming pool, a Turkish bath, a 280-foot grand staircase, a movie theater and a library dedicated to Atatürk.

Crescent | 443 feet

Last refit in 2021, Espen Øino’s dark hull and tiered superstructure was one of the most exciting launches of 2018. Called Project Thunder internally at Lürssen, the custom-built yacht features cutouts along the hull sides that allow full ocean views from the saloon on the primary deck, as part of Crescent ’s distinctive curved superstructure. Its most noteworthy feature is the jaw-dropping bank of three-deck-high windows in the center of the yacht. This architectural feature serves as the centerpiece of a very compelling design. The yacht has accommodations for 18 guests in nine staterooms. Little is known about the François Zuretti-designed interior, other than Lürssen describing it as being “traditionally styled.” If it lives up to Crescent ’s brash exterior, the complete yacht promises to be an entirely groundbreaking design. In March 2022, Crescent was detained by Spain as property of Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin, who is sanctioned in connection with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Serene | 439 feet, 3 inches

Serene  is the yacht that launched Fincantieri into the superyacht segment, and what a debut it was. The largest yacht ever launched in Italy when it was delivered in 2011 (surpassed three years later by Ocean Victory ), the Espen Øino seven-deck design features a long, sleek blue hull crowned by a white superstructure. Pascale Reymond of Reymond Langton Design created the 43,056-square-foot interior for a Russian owner, which includes a double height atrium with a piano lounge at the top and a vast open-plan main salon below. Sunken LEDs and bright pink and purple neon lights create a modern party vibe in the social areas, which contrast with the elaborate yet more traditional guest suites. A spiral staircase with intricate metal banisters soars through the heart of the yacht. The open stern area has a winter garden (enclosed glasshouse) that allows dining in all seasons. Serene also has two helipads and a hangar, a big swimming pool, and a tender garage large enough for a submarine.

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Les 25 plus grands superyachts des 100 dernières années

A l’image de notre monde et de ses progrès au fil des siècles, les yachts ont connu des transformations exceptionnelles en matière de design et de technologie. Des machines à vapeur à l’alimentation par batterie, l’histoire des yacht à considérablement évolué au fil des siècles en donnant naissance à des modèles remarquables. De la conception à l’esthétisme, on remarque des nouveautés importantes à chaque nouvelle décennie : l’aérodynamique des années 20 aux formes futuristes des 20 dernières années.

Chaque yachts apporte sa touche unique et majestueuse qui viendra vous couper le souffle. Pour illustrer cette avancée majeure, voici une sélection par ordre chronologique des 20 plus grands superyachts qui ont marqué les 100 dernières années.

Le premier yacht à s’imposer dans l’histoire est le Delphine , produit en 1921 aux États-Unis. Commandé par le magnat américain de l’automobile Horace Dodge et construit par la société de construction navale du Michigan Great Lakes Engineering Works, ce yacht s’impose avec une longueur de 79,1 mètres. Delphine fut en effet la reine des océans par sa prestance et celle de ses invités : le président Roosevelt ainsi que Winston Churchill. Après son passage époustouflant dans la marine américaine pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, Delphine fut victime de plusieurs incendies et passa aux mains de multiples propriétaires. Aujourd’hui, le yacht est entièrement restauré à l’image de sa gloire des années 1920 avec un teck d’origine sur le pont principal et un intérieur redécoré par Tiffany. Ses deux machines à vapeur originales de 1 500 chevaux-vapeur ont aussi été rééquipées de deux chaudières à tubes d’eau modernes fournissant 18 tonnes de vapeur par heure. Un yacht de performance qui a su marquer les esprits et qui reste aujourd’hui le plus grand navire à vapeur jamais construit aux États-Unis et étant toujours en activité.

Puis arrive le tour des allemands en 1929, avec le yacht Talitha mesurant plus de 76 mètres. Ce dernier se distingue comme l’un des premiers superyachts au monde présentant un pedigree si exceptionnel. Conçu par les plus grands designers de l’époque, les architectes navals Cox & Steven, et construit par F. Krupp à Kiel, ce yacht fut premièrement connu sous le nom de Reveler. Destiné à Russell Algar, président de la Packard Car Company, le Talitha connue une grande série de propriétaires très en vue, dont Sir John Paul Getty, Jr. dans les années 1930, fils d’un des hommes les plus riches du monde dans son temps. C’est lui qui commande le réaménagement extérieur et intérieur au regretté Jon Bannenberg, concepteur de superyachts, qui sera suivie d’une reconstruction complète en 1993 par le chantier naval Devonport de Plymouth, au Royaume-Uni. Depuis, grâce à ces réaménagements réguliers, tel que l’ajout d’une timonerie en 1999, le Talitha est devenu un yacht de charter des plus appréciés.

Un succés allemand qui se poursuit l’année suivante avec leur nouveau modèle à couper le souffle : le Savarona .  Conçu par Blohm & Voss pour l’héritière Emily Roebling Cadwalader, petite-fille de John Roebling, ingénieur du pont de Brooklyn, Savarona est très apprécié par la royauté et prisé du grand écran : il eu un grand rôle dans le film de science-fiction allemand Gold. Le yacht de 136 mètres fut ensuite acheté par le gouvernement turc en 1938 et loué par l’homme d’affaires turc Kahraman Sadıkoğlu en 1989, qui a dépensé 45 millions de dollars pour remettre le yacht à neuf. Les turbines à vapeur d’origine ont été remplacées par des moteurs diesel Caterpillar modernes, mais l’escalier d’origine de 85 mètres garni d’or est toujours en place. Aujourd’hui, Savarona est le yacht présidentiel officiel de la République de Turquie.

Un règne allemand ralentit par la concurrence britannique qui propose un nouveau modèle impressionnant nommé Shemara mesurant 64,6 mètres.  Cependant, la gloire du Shemara devra attendre. En effet, un an après sa construction en 1938, le Shemara a été réquisitionné par la Royal Navy et utilisé tout au long de la Seconde Guerre mondiale comme navire d’entraînement à la lutte anti-sous-marine. À la fin de son service, il a été rendu à son propriétaire Bernard Docker, qui s’en ai servi pour divertir la haute société à bord de ses ponts. Shemara connaît par la suite une longue période de négligence jusqu’à ce que son propriétaire actuel, Charles Dunstone, l’acquière en 2010 afin d’entamer le long chemin de sa remise à neuf. Outre la plupart des éléments extérieurs d’origine en teck et en acier, Shemara est maintenant équipé d’un système diesel-électrique Rolls-Royce comprenant deux nacelles azimutées à commande électrique et un propulseur d’étrave. Une rénovation qui rend le navire encore plus performant. 

Cette première place de superyacht sera reprise assez vite par le yacht Christina O , qui restera par la suite l’un des yachts les plus importants de tous les temps. Construit en 1943 par la société canadienne Vickers, il sert tout d’abord de frégate pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale jusqu’en 1954, date à laquelle le magnat grec du transport maritime, Aristote Onassis, l’achète comme surplus de guerre pour seulement 34 000 dollars. Il le rénovera ensuite pour 4 millions de dollars afin d’y divertir l’élite mondiale : Maria Callas et Grace Kelly ou encore Jack et Jackie Kennedy. Le Christina O offre alors une piscine bordée de bronze ainsi qu’une piste de danse en mosaïque qui s’élève en appuyant simplement sur un bouton. Un cadre idyllique qui vient totalement rompre avec l’image terne des navires de guerre. 

C’est le yacht bulagre Sultana qui prendra le relais en 1962. Navire de 66,6 mètres, il fut construit en tant que ferry de passagers et fut transformé en espion soviétique par la suite. Envoyé pour de multiples opérations durant la guerre froide, il fut absorbé par la flotte russe et envoyé dans l’Atlantique Nord pour une reconnaissance officieuse sur les États-Unis et le Royaume-Uni. Il faudra alors attendre 2015 pour que La Sultana finisse son réaménagement de sept ans lui permettant l’ajout d’une proue surélevée, de sept cabines d’invités sur six ponts et d’un moteur diesel installé pour entraîner l’hélice d’origine. Un équipement de qualité qui lui permet de prolonger son règne malgré son passé mouvementé. 

Loin du navire de guerre, le yacht suivant provient des Pays-bas et se nomme Le Highlander .  Construit en 1986 par Feadship, sur un plan de Jon Bannenberg et de l’architecture navale De Voogt, le Highlander a été commandé par le magnat américain des médias : Malcolm Forbes. Une demande spécialement prévue pour servir toutes les stars d’Hollywood telles que  Elizabeth Taylor ou encore Robert De Niro. Mesurant plus de 50 mètres, le navire propose une suite principale unique composée de deux salles de bain ainsi que de six cabines d’invités. Un lieu exceptionnelle qui offre au plus chanceux un accès au bateau cigarette original de Forbes, repeint en noir de jais avec une bande rouge audacieuse pour une allure sportive assurée. 

Un yacht offre un nouvel air de grande classe à l’image du yacht Al Salamah. Commandé en 1999 par le prince héritier d’Arabie Saoudite, Al Salamah est un navire allemand des plus grandioses : ce fut le troisième plus grand yacht du monde à sa construction. Mesurant 132 mètres, il fut construit par le renommé Lurssen à Brême.  Al salamah peut accueillir 36 invités, est doté d’un cinéma, d’un hôpital de bord entièrement équipé, de deux esthéticiennes à plein temps, d’un centre d’affaires et d’un spa. Un yacht à couper le souffle estimé à environ 200 millions de dollars. 

Malgré tout, la concurrence reste présente avec l’apparition du géant hollandais Neom mesurant 314 mètres. Après son lancement en 2000, le Neom est resté le plus grand de l’entreprise Oceanco jamais construit et le plus grand yacht construit en Hollande pendant plus de 15 ans. Baptisé à l’origine Al Mirqab, le navire appartenait à la famille royale du Qatar, avant que l’ex-politicien et copropriétaire de l’équipe de Formule 1 Force India, Vijay Vittal Mallya, n’en devienne propriétaire en 2006. Richement équipé, le Neom comprend un héliport pour un hélicoptère bimoteur, le mythique piano à queue d’Elton John, une suite médicale complète et des trimoteurs délivrant chacun 10 000 chevaux. Un monstre des mers des plus impressionnant qui fut malheureusement vendu aux enchères en 2018. 

Ce nouvel air dans l’évolution des yachts inspirera le grand retour des Allemands avec un yacht de 138 mètres prénommé Soleil Levant . Construit en 2004 pour le cofondateur de la firme Oracle, Larry Ellison, le Soleil levant appartient actuellement au magnat des affaires David Geffen. Son design futuriste signé Jon Bannenberg est accompagné d’une prouesse mécanique des plus époustouflante. Malgré sa longueur de 138 mètres ainsi que son volume de 7 841 tonnes brutes, le Soleil Levant peut atteindre une vitesse de pointe de 28 nœuds grâce à ses quatre moteurs diesel MTU 20V 8000 M90 observables à travers une passerelle suspendue en forme de tube. Le tout équipé d’un extérieur saisissant fait d’une rangée de fenêtres incurvées sur toute la hauteur de la superstructure inondant l’intérieur de lumière naturelle. 

Une des grandes fiertés allemandes auquelle s’ajoute le modèle Dubaï , plus grand yacht du monde jusqu’en 2010 : 162 mètres. Finalisé en 2006, le Superyacht Dubaï fut commandé pour la première fois en 1995 par le prince Jefri Bolkiah de Brunei pour être construit en collaboration avec les chantiers navals allemands Blohm et Voss et Lürssen. Or, il n’a été achevé qu’en 2001 par Platinum Yachts, lorsque le propriétaire actuel, le cheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a repris le projet pour plus de 400 millions de dollars. Les équipements du Dubaï, répartis sur huit ponts, comprennent une hélisurface, deux bateaux de chasse de 10 mètres ainsi qu’un court de squash et 20 jet-skis ! Le yacht s’inscrit alors dans l’histoire et rejoint le cercle des géants allemands des océans. 

Malgré la féroce concurrence allemande, les modèles de superyacht ne cessent de paraitre. Dévoilé la même année, le légendaire yacht turc : le Faucon maltais s’impose à son tour. A son lancement en 2006, le célèbre Faucon maltais a brisé le moule de la conception des yachts. En effet, sa goélette de 88 mètres à trois mâts de l’entreprise italienne Perini Navi est née d’une idée folle de son propriétaire aventurier, Tom Perkins, et de l’architecte naval Gérard Dykstra. Ce concept Dynarig a catapulté le Faucon maltais pour en faire le yacht le plus reconnu au monde, sans parler de l’un des voiliers les plus complexes et les plus grands jamais construits. Son système de voile contemporain est contrôlé par ordinateurs basés sur des mâts en carbone autoportants et des bras de manœuvre dans lesquels les voiles s’enroulent. Ce système permet de naviguer facilement dans toutes les conditions de mer. Parmi les habitués du prestigieux navire figurent Tom Hanks, Hugh Jackman ainsi que Larry Page, cofondateur de Google.

Au fruit des rumeurs les plus farfelues, le yacht Motor Yacht met de nouveau en avant un coup de génie allemand. Soit disant conçu en quelques minutes par l’architecte Philippe Starck sur une simple serviette de restaurant, le yacht était la commande de l’industriel russe Andrey Melnichenko. Dévoilé en 2008, le Motor Yacht se dote d’un extérieur minimaliste de 119 mètres offrant une vue très distinctive sur l’eau. Célèbre pour sa proue en forme de pélican et ses trois piscines au fond de verre, l’architecture navale est l’œuvre de Martin Francis et la construction de Blohm et Voss.

Une lignée allemande d’exception complétée par le nouveau plus grand yacht du monde après Dubaï : l’Éclipse . Propriété de Roman Abramovich depuis 2009, le yacht de 163 mètres offre un équipement à couper le souffle. Au rendez vous : une piscine de 15 mètres au sein d’un vaste club de plage, deux héliports ainsi que d’un hangar à hélicoptère sous le pont avant. Le tout accompagné d’un l’intérieur-extérieur signé Terence Disdale dont la valeur est estimée à 590 millions de dollars. L’Eclipse est aussi l’un des premiers yacht à être propulsé par un système diesel-électrique entraînant des nacelles azimutées. 

Le titre de plus grand yacht au monde sera de nouveau remis à un navire allemand. En effet, le yacht Azzam de 180 mètres est le plus grand superyacht à ce jour depuis 2013. Construit par Lürssen en un temps record de trois ans, Azzam devint la propriété du président des Émirats arabes, Cheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. En plus de son salon principal de 29 mètres, le super yacht transporte un sous-marin ainsi que son propre système de défense antimissile. Équipé de deux turbines à gaz et de deux moteurs diesel, le yacht peut être propulsé à plus de 32 nœuds dans l’eau. 

Loin du modèle massif Azzam, le yacht italien Chopi Chopi apparaît la même année. Mesurant 73 mètres, Chopi Chopi devient le yacht privé parfait pour passer de longues vacances en famille. On y découvre alors un intérieur impressionnant, avec une hauteur de plafond de deux mètres, une suite propriétaire époustouflante de 200 mètres carrés avec terrasse privée ainsi qu’un héliport capable d’accueillir un hélicoptère de trois tonnes. Le Chopi Chopi met aussi l’accent sur une vie extérieure confortable, grâce à son club de plage composé d’un sauna, hammam, spa et salle de soins attenants. Un réel paradis sur mer aux allures des plus grandes villas à l’image d’un autre yacht italien paru en 2025 : le Coeur de Lion. 

Appartenant au magnat britannique de Sir Philip Green, ce navire de 90 mètres fut le grand de l’entreprise Benetti à son lancement. On le retrouve le plus souvent ancré au large de l’île de Phuket, ou son intérieur unique profite d’une luminosité unique. Designé par le studio Green & Mingarelli Design appartenant à la femme de Sir Phillipe, Coeur de Lion offre un espace des plus distingué avec une vue panoramiques unique grâce à ses multiples balcon. Un grand bol d’air frais au sein d’un des yacht les plus impressionnant de l’histoire. 

La tendance des superyachts d’expédition élégants est alors lancée. Une mode que le chantier naval allemand Abeking & Rasmussen prend à coeur joie en dévoilant le modèle Cloudbreak. Né en 2016, le Cloudbreak de 76 mètres dispose de tout ce dont un explorateur à besoin : un confort au technique hors norme mêlé au grand luxe. Au rendez vous : un héli-pont qui se transforme en piste de danse la nuit, spa, salle de cinéma circulaire, jardin d’hiver ainsi qu’un logement pour 12 personnes. Le tout designé dans  le style d’un chalet, avec cheminée etc.  Un bateau de luxe qui donne fière allure aux grands explorateurs et leur nouveau look “cool et chic”.  

Ces supers yachts au design de plus en plus impressionnant, à l’image du navire italien Aurora apparu en 2017.  Signé par Rossinavi, l’une des plus fascinantes en matière de design intérieur et extérieur, son profil élancé et svelte, de seulement 50 mètres, respire la performance. À disposition : club de plage exceptionnellement grand, deux suites principales et un pont de flybridge de 396 mètres carrés avec une chute d’eau. L’intérieur est riche et coloré, à la limite de la fantaisie, mais toujours avec un sens de l’élégance. Aurora a alors marqué un coup en offrant une vision futuriste.

Et enfin deux yachts venant tous deux des Pays Bas. Le premier de 106 mètres se prénomme Black Pearl est le deuxième yacht au monde à être équipé des mâts et du système de navigation en carbone DynaRig de Dykstra. Livré par Oceanco en 2018, ses voiles noires accrocheuses s’étendent sur 2900 mètres carrés et se règlent en un temps record de sept minutes en appuyant seulement sur un bouton. Son système de propulsion hybride combine l’énergie éolienne avec deux moteurs de propulsion électriques, et ses hélices à pas variable génèrent suffisamment d’énergie pour supporter la charge hôtelière du yacht. Un système de récupération de la chaleur résiduelle n’est qu’une des caractéristiques à bord qui permet de réaliser la vision du propriétaire d’un yacht « zéro impact ».

Le second, quant à lui, est apparu l’année suivante sous le nom d’ Excellence.  Construit pour le magnat américain de l’automobile Herb Chambers, son design s’inspire du Motor Yacht A. Son étrave inversée perçante à l’image du bec d’un aigle américain ainsi que l’atrium vitré sur trois hauteurs lui confèrent un aspect de vaisseau spatial. Son design impressionnant reflète un but bien précis : créer une relation symbiotique entre l’intérieur et l’extérieur.  En plus de l’atrium vitré, l’utilisation de centaines de mètres carrés de panneaux de verre courbés et réfléchissants permet d’effacer les limites et de faire un seul et même lieu connecté. 

Ce palmarès à couper le souffle démontre bien les progrès techniques et esthétiques qu’on connu les 100 dernières années. Une évolution grandiose qui promet de nouveaux modèles encore plus stupéfiants les uns que les autres. 

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As Far As You Can Sea: World’s Largest Superyachts

Multimillion-dollar mega yachts.

by Emma Treagus Updated on May 22, 2024

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With onboard swimming pools, cinemas, helicopter landing pads, and spas, the world’s largest superyachts have more facilities than your ‘average’ five-star hotel.

Owned by some of the world’s wealthiest people—along with a few anonymous owners who’d prefer to keep their luxury transport a secret—these mega yachts redefine the word “boat” into something indescribably sleek, stylish, and seriously impressive. 

If superyachts are your thing, you’ll want to read on for all the facts and figures on all of the largest yachts in the world.

The 26 largest yachts in the world

Multimillion-dollar mega yachts: Our ranking methodology

A superyacht or mega yacht is typically a motor yacht or sailing yacht with a length of 30 meters (100 feet) or more. For this ranking, we looked at the superyachts and luxury expedition mega yachts that are used privately or made available for charter. We excluded so-called ‘residential superyachts’ (think Njord and The World), which are essentially luxury apartment buildings at sea where people own private residences inside the superyacht rather than the whole yacht. By researching diverse, reliable sources like Wikipedia and the Superyacht Times, we compile a list of the largest yachts in the world.

Curious about other striking superlatives? Check our round-up of the most expensive cars in the world and the most expensive private jets in the world . They are both perfectly good alternatives to owning a yacht. And if you prefer to stay home, we’ve ranked the biggest homes and the most expensive houses in the world to give you some inspiration too.

26. Y721 (aka Koru) | 417 feet—127m

Ever wonder where Jeff Bezos spends his downtime? As of today, we’re predicting it to be on his $500 million superyacht. Y721—nicknamed Koru—is 127m long. And featuring three sky-high slender masts, Koru is said to be the largest sailing yacht in the world . 

With dark exteriors and natural wooden decks, Koru is inspired by another one of Bezos’ yachts—the Black Pearl. The clean lines and classically curved bow speak to an understated elegance despite the yacht’s mammoth size. While a long line of portals indicates at least 9 guest cabins. In light of all the secrecy surrounding Koru, we doubt Bezos will ever charter her out, but we can still dream.

25. Al Mirqab | 436 feet—133m

Adorned with cascading chandeliers and gold accents, Al Mirqab is renowned for its unrivaled interiors. Surrounded by suspended glass artworks, a grand staircase floats throughout the four floors. And inspired by authentic Arabian styles, the magnificent superyacht is reminiscent of a magic carpet ride through the seas . 

Built for the former Prime Minister of Qatar, Peterswerft-Kusch spared no expense in delivering Al Mirqab to an impossibly high standard for luxury. The large swimming pool is a standout feature as it opens up into the sea, creating the ultimate playground for adults. Al Mirqab has a capacity for up to 60 guests and is manned by an equal number of crew. Although you have to be invited by the politician himself as Al Mirqab isn’t available for private charter.

24. Serene | 439 feet—134m

Adeptly named, the magnificent superyacht embodies the serenity of a life at sea. Serene was built in Italy for a Russian owner in 2011. She was leased to Bill Gates for the Summer in 2014 for $5 million per week. 

Designed by Reymond Langton, the 134m mega yacht marries elegant sophistication with state-of-the-art technologies. The seven decks leave ample space for guests to soak in scintillating views. While the underwater viewing room—nicknamed the Nemo room—is a permanent gallery of resplendent sealife. The real-life snow room makes up to four inches of snow. And whilst this may seem odd when your billionaire boss asks for snow—you make it snow.

23. Crescent | 445 feet – 136 m

Yet another Lurssen masterpiece, Crescent pays homage to classic naval designs with traditional architecture and elegant interiors. Formerly named Project Thunder, she was built in Germany and delivered to Igor Sechin in 2018. The Russian oligarch’s superyacht was seized by Spain after sanctions were placed on Russia in 2022. 

Crescent features low bulwarks and full-height windows to maximize the view from the center of the boat. Her distinctive wing station provides unrivaled views for up to 18 guests. But don’t get your hopes up—Crescent is strictly for private use only and isn’t available for charter. 

22. Savarona | 446 feet – 136m

Savarona is the second-largest yacht built by Blohm & Voss and spends most of her time in the Mediterranean. This luxury superyacht is one of the oldest in the market — a perfect fusion of traditional charm and modern facilities. 

Previously named Gunes Dil, Savarona was designed by Cox & Stevens, with interior design carefully handled by Donald Starkey. She’s available to charter on a weekly basis and has been refurbished over the years. Back in the day, her cost price was $4 million, and in 1989, she was chartered by Kahraman Sadikoglu, owner of the Turkish Sadikoglu Group, who spent an estimated $50 million on refurbishing her from top to bottom.

21. Flying Fox | 446 feet – 136m

Flying Fox is known as the most expensive charter yacht in the world , and a week aboard will set you back around $3 million. Chartered by the one and only power couple Beyonce and Jay-Z in 2021, it’s filled to the brim with all of the luxury facilities you could ever possibly want. 

The Flying Fox is rumored to be owned by Jeff Bezos, although that’s a claim that’s never been totally certified. She spends most of her time in the Mediterranean, specifically Cannes, Capri, and Sardinia, although she’s recently visited Norway, too. She can accommodate the largest helicopters on the market, and it reportedly took more than 50 meetings with her owner for interior design to be completed.

20. Rising Sun | 454 feet – 138m

The Rising Sun’s original owner, Larry Ellison, CEO of Oracle Corporation, sold her in 2010 as he considered her too large. Famously used by David Geffen for self-isolation, Rising Sun has also been a popular hang-out spot for celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Beatrice, the Princess of York. 

She’s a Superyacht with impressive attention to detail like interiors kitted out in teak and onyx and endless features like a full gym, a large wine cellar, a sauna, and a spa. She’s got a full-size basketball court that doubles up as a helicopter landing pad and a private cinema for those long evenings spent at sea.

19. Al Salamah | 457 feet – 139m

Al Salamah is part of the Omani Royal fleet and started her very secretive life in Genoa. Known as the world’s biggest superyacht right up until 2016, she’s a sleek masterpiece of a ship, with a distinctive cream color and beach club design. 

Al Salamah does everything in multiples, from the five galleys onboard (the main galley, a bakery, a crew galley, an owner’s diet galley, and an Arab galley), three hospitals (one for the owner, one for guests, and one for the crew) and 2,000 sqm of floor space. She was put on sale briefly for $280 million USD, before being delisted and instead given as a gift to the Crown Prince of Bahrain. 

18. Solaris | 458 feet – 139m

Everything about Solaris was supposed to be kept a secret when she was being built—a secret that didn’t last long when her huge size was spotted undergoing sea trials in the North Sea. One of this Superyacht’s main attractions is her beach club on the top floor: the perfect spot for relaxation during those long days out at sea. 

That beach club comes complemented with endless other stylish amenities, like a large helipad, sun deck, and a crane to launch tenders, toys, and subs. Interior design is largely unknown, but, if it’s anything as sleek and white as its exteriors, it’s sure to be impressive.

17. Scheherazade | 459 feet – 140m

Two helicopter landing pads, two outdoor Jacuzzis, and two outdoor fire pits: Scheherazade doesn’t hold back with not only the essentials but also the luxuries. Previously named Lightning, “Scheherazade” is mostly associated with a female character in the Middle Eastern folk tales in the series One Thousand and One Nights. 

Not much is known about this superyacht, and even her birth and building process were referred to under a codename: Project Lightning. No one involved in her creation, even Lurssen, has revealed anything about her interiors or her owner. All that’s really known is that she sailed from Germany to Norway initially after completion. 

16. Ocean Victory | 460 feet – 140m

Ocean Victory has traveled all over the world, from Europe to Southeast Asia and back again. Owned by Russian billionaire Viktor Rashnikov, she’s the upgraded vessel to follow his purchase of the 76-meter Ebony Shine. 

She’s one designed with pure luxury in mind, from the six individual swimming pools onboard to the 300-square meter spa area. She’s beautiful both inside and out, with a unique concept designed by Espen Oeino and interior designer Alberto Pinto. The largest superyacht ever built in Italy, Ocean Victory shows some of the finest in the world when it comes to premium quality adventures at sea.

15. Yas | 463 feet – 141m

Yas is known best for its seamless and rather unusual design — one that’s a little different from most superyachts out there. The owner of Yas wanted a yacht that lived up to his own heritage; one with a backbone reminiscent of the navy and with abstract lines throughout. 

He chose an existing boat in Abu Dhabi, which was deconstructed within the region before being shipped off and renovated into the wonder that it is today. The Yas yacht was originally a Dutch navy frigate, which you’d never guess from strolling around onboard today.

14. Nord | 465 feet – 142m

Nord’s distinctive bow design has never been seen before on a yacht. That’s one of the first things you’ll notice about her. The next thing you’ll notice is her unusual design, which verges on battle-esque and has been called “ a warship wearing a tuxedo ” by Dan Lenard of the Italian design studio Nuvolari-Lenard. 

She’s one of the best superyachts out there for fun, with a sports and diving center on the lower deck, a swimming pool higher up, overlooking the ocean, and a fleet of tenders. She was designed for global exploration: a yacht that will calmly cruise her way all across the world.

13. Sailing Yacht A | 469 feet—142.8m

Challenging the status quo and pushing design boundaries, Sailing Yacht A is an enigma. The sail-assisted superyacht was built in Germany and delivered to Russian tycoon Andrey Melnichenko in 2017. However, she was seized by the Italian police force, Guardia di Finanza, in 2022 after sanctions were placed on Russian businessmen following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. 

Distinguished by soaring rotating carbon fiber masts, Nobiskrug’s hybrid approach to superyachts makes Sailing Yacht A more eco-conscious than other luxury yachts of her size. The u nderwater viewing pod molded into the keel speaks to her unrivaled innovation. And many balconies are enclosed by some of the largest pieces of curved glass ever made. 

12. El Mahrousa | 478 feet – 146m

El Mahrousa had a few different names in her time, ranging from the translated “The Protected” to El Horreya, which in Arabic translates to “Freedom.” It’s not surprising that she’s had more than one name when you take into account her age. As the oldest superyacht in the world, she’s undergone a lot of restoration over time, including multiple lengthenings and faster engines. 

She was renamed back to El Mahrousa in 2000 and gained even more recognition for being the first ship to cross the new Suez Canal extension in 2015. Back in her original days, she was built on the River Thames and took her first trip in 1867.

11. OK | 479 feet—146m

Delivered in Japan in 1982, OK is one of the largest and most unique superyachts in the world. Sprawling over 479 feet, the water giant is engineered to submerge almost seventy percent. This is accredited to the work done by Karmarine Shipyard. While the majority of the vessel was built by Oshima Shipping, it was privately converted to a semi-submersible yacht in Turkey. 

The superlative finishing on OK superyacht was designed by Timur Bozca, winner of the Younger Designer of the Year award in 2015. The blueprint being as many games as possible. The extraordinary vessel has the uncanny ability to hold over seventy toys, including a sailing yacht, a sea plane, tenders, buggies and even a tennis court.

10. Opera | 480 feet—146.4m 

Like many of the most majestic water titans, Opera was delivered by Lurssen in Germany and built for Abu Dhabi royalty. This time, the owner is Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, son of the founder of the United Arab Emirates. And while it may not be quite as astronomical as Lurssen’s previous builds—Azzam, Blue and Dilbar—the streamlined vessel is equally impressive onboard. 

The three-story superyacht proves large enough for a pair of helipads and two swimming pools, amongst many other toys, while simultaneously making room for up to 48 guests and 80 crew members. When it comes to the interior, details are sparse, but we do know that it was designed by Terence Disdale, a London firm renowned for creating bespoke luxury spaces. 

9. Prince Abdulaziz | 482 feet – 147m

The Prince Abdulaziz’s yacht was ordered by King Fahd, who named her after his son Prince Abdul Aziz. Now, she’s owned by his brother, Abdullah. Just one of the yachts owned by the Saudi royal family, she’s spotted frequently throughout Europe, especially in Cannes, where the royal family owns a property. 

She’s been redecorated once — in 2007 — in a project that took 15 months to complete, without even taking into account the rest of the ship’s upkeep. The Prince Abdulaziz is known for its combination of bold colors and fusion of traditional and modern design, thanks to its influence from the late David Hicks.

8. A+ | 483 feet – 147m

What do you do when the name “A” is already taken for your superyacht? Choose the next closest thing: A+. Previously named Topaz, this superyacht was the world’s fourth-largest luxury yacht when she was built, before being stripped of that particular title only a few years later. 

Nevertheless, she’s a seriously impressive superyacht, with endless facilities like a large jacuzzi, double helicopter landing pads, a swimming pool with a swimming platform and underwater lights, as well as a fitness hall, cinema, and a large conference room. She’s also well equipped with water toys, like jet skis, inflatable boats, a catamaran, and even a mini-submarine.

7. Al Said | 508 feet – 155m

Another Superyacht built, shrouded in secrecy, Al-Said was referred to as “Project Sunflower” the entire time she was being created, right up until she was delivered to her owner in 2008. Not much is known about Al Said, from her movements through to her amenities — although she is known to have a huge concert room with space for a full 50-person orchestra. 

Currently, she’s flying the flag of Oman and has spent a lot of time in its surrounding waters. Her interior was styled by British designer design house RWD, with exterior design being credited to Espen Oeino. When she was delivered to the Sultan of Oman, she replaced a previous ship of a smaller size. 

6. Dilbar | 511 feet – 156m

Dilbar, or Project Omar, as it was originally known as, is another superyacht designed with the help of exterior expert Espen Oeino, but with interiors strikingly designed by Andrew Winch. Dilbar is famously known as the world’s largest yacht by gross tonnage (interior volume) but as the fifth-longest superyacht in the world. 

She’s home to a spa pool and beach club, as well as a large private cinema, spacious cabins set high on the main deck, a spacious dining room, and a salon with its own piano. She’s just as classy and beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside.

5. Blue | 527 feet—160.6m

Sunday blues simply cease to exist on one of the world’s most extravagant superyachts. The elegant behemoth was built for member of the ruling family of Abu Dhabi and billionaire, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan in 2022. Valued at over $600 million, Blue is one of the most expensive superyachts in the world. And with a strong emphasis on the environment, this superyacht is also one of the most sustainable. 

Blue strives to be as environmentally friendly as possible. She is equipped with a highly efficient Diesel-Electric Hybrid Propulsion Concept developed by Lürssen’s own engineering specialists. And the wastewater treatment plant allows water to be disposed of in drinking water quality.

4. Dubai | 531 feet – 162m

Dubai had multiple names in the planning stages—including Panhandle, Platinum, and Golden Star. Owned by the ruler of Dubai, it was aptly named after its home country and comes with all of the luxurious amenities you’d expect from such a name. 

The Dubai comes complete with a huge swimming pool and two jacuzzis. Further down, you’ll find a large dining room with striking blue and burgundy decor and space for up to 90 guests. Dubai usually spends her time moored at Sheikh Mohammed’s private island in front of his summer palace in Dubai. She’s basically the definition of a floating palace.

3. Eclipse | 533 feet – 162.5m

It took around five years for Eclipse to be built from start to finish. While she was always designed to be a huge, luxurious Superyacht, the focus was more on decking it out appropriately rather than breaking any records. An award-winning superyacht, she’s incredibly spacious, with endless rooms to explore and a sleek, neutral color palette running through. 

The Eclipse’s owner, Roman Abramovich, was more focused on facilities: he wanted more than one helicopter pad and a large swimming pool, too. Other than that, designer Terry Disdale had free reign for the rest of the superyacht. It’s just as much a clean piece of architectural styling as it is a stunning experience on deck.

2. Fulk Al Salamah | 538 feet – 164m

Fulk Al Salamah translates to “Ship of Peace” and that’s something that sounds like a given when you’ve taken a look at this superyacht’s incredible layout. Developed under the codename Project Saffron, Fulk Al Salamah is more of a support vessel than she is a typical superyacht. 

While she might still come complete with all of the necessities for a particularly relaxing voyage, she’s more so known for being a transport ship for the Royal Navy of Oman. She’s also used as a sort of friendship boat — pun intended — and is often sailed across the world with the intention of strengthening ties with the Sultanate. In some ports, influential people are welcomed onboard.

1. Azzam | 590 feet – 181m

Most superyachts in the top 10 category have a few mere inches between sizes, but the Azzam shoots far ahead with a large amount of extra length. The largest superyacht in the world, she was never designed to win the title — rather just to be a sleek and elegant vessel. Azzam was crafted backward, with the plans for her interior confirmed long before her exterior was fully signed off. 

Her length only came to be as such to incorporate everything required for the interiors, which added an extra 35 meters to her overall size. She’s also designed to look smaller than she actually is, with a blend of indoor and outdoor living. It took more than 4,000 people to build Azzam , clocking up six million man-hours over a period of four years.

The largest yachts in the world: Conclusion

The largest yachts in the world are:

• Azzam—590 feet
• Fulk Al Salamah—538 feet
• Eclipse—533 feet
• Dubai—531 feet
• Blue—527 feet
• Dilbar—511 feet
• Al Said —508 feet
• A+—483 feet
• Prince Abdulaziz—482 feet
• Opera—480 feet
• OK—479 feet
• El Mahrousa—478 feet
• Sailing Yacht A—469 feet
• Nord—465 feet
• Yas—463 feet
• Ocean Victory—460 feet
• Scheherazade —459 feet
• Solaris—458 feet
• Al Salamah—457 feet
• Rising Sun—454 feet
• Flying Fox—446 feet
• Savarona—446 feet
• Crescent—445 feet
• Serene —439 feet
• Al Mirqab—436 feet
• Y721 (aka Koru)—417 feet

The most expensive yacht in the world

The fact that the History Supreme, the world’s most expensive superyacht, comes coated in gold, is only part of the reason for its high cost. A superyacht with a real-life Midas touch, it was sold to an anonymous Malaysian businessman for $4.8 billion. 

Robert Kuok, the richest Malaysian businessman, is the rumored owner of History Supreme, but no one has confirmed for sure. The History Supreme also comes with plenty of other impressive touches: a master bedroom decked out in platinum, a wall feature made from meteoric stone, and a genuine T-Rex dinosaur bone, to add to the list. 

She took three years to build from scratch and comes with 10,000 kilograms of solid gold and platinum. Other seriously luxe features are her 68 kilograms 24-carat gold Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium and a liquor bottle adorned with a rare 18.5-carat diamond . The base of the vessel comes wrapped in gold, too.

Frequently asked questions about the world’s largest yachts

The largest yachts in the world are owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Roman Abramovich, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Alisher Usmanov. Our guide tells you more about all the biggest yachts in the world .

At 417 feet (127 m), Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ sailing yacht, Koru (formerly Project Y721), is one of the world’s largest yachts.

The 181-m (590 ft) Azzam is the world’s longest yacht in length, but the 156-m Dilbar has a much larger internal volume (measured in Gross Tons) at 15,917 GT (Gross Tons) versus 13,136 GT for Azzam. As such, Dilbar is the world’s largest yacht in volume. Read our full guide to discover the largest yachts in the world .

The biggest yacht in the world is the Azzam , which has an estimated cost of $600 million. She’s owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and is not currently for sale.

In terms of the number of megayachts, the largest superyacht-owning country is the United States. Nationality-wise, beyond American, an increasing percentage of superyacht owners are Turkish, Greek, Emirati, German, Australian and Dutch.

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Top 5 des plus grands megayachts au monde

Avec leur taille gigantesque, leurs lignes racées, leurs nombreux ponts et leurs extravagances - pistes d'hélicoptère, piscines, salle de cinéma, port intégré - les yachts de luxe aux proportions démesurées font rêver. Mais quelles sont les plus grandes unités que possède le monde du yachting ?

Le plus grand yacht au monde est Azzam, appartenant au Cheikh Khalifa ben Zayed Al Nahyane, président des Émirat Arabes Unis et émir d'Abu Dhabi. Achevé en avril 2013, il a été conçu en Allemagne par le chantier Lürssen Yacht DR sur les plans de l'ingénieur Mubarak al Ahbabi. Azzam, qui mesure 180 mètres de long a nécessité 3 ans de construction et a coûté la petite fortune d'environ 470 millions d'euros. Malgré son immense taille il n'en oublie pas pour autant d'être rapide et capable de naviguer dans des eaux peu profondes. Il offre un moteur de 94 000 chevaux et peut atteindre la vitesse de 30 nœuds (55 km/h) – il est le plus rapide au monde – et son réservoir peut contenir 1 million de litres de carburant .

Niveau intérieur, on ne sait pas grand-chose sur le plus grand yacht du monde hormis qu'il possède 6 ponts et un salon de 550 m2.

2 - Éclipse

Jusqu'à il y a encore un an et demi, l'Éclipse était le plus grand yacht au monde avec ses 163 mètres de long. Construit par les chantiers Blohm & Voss à Hambourg en Allemagne en 2009, il est mis en service en 2010. Il appartient au milliardaire russe Roman Abramovitch et aurait coûté 350 millions d'euros même si des rumeurs annoncent un coût final de 900 millions d'euros. Éclipse qui a été élu "Yacht de l'année 2011" possède 7 ponts, une suite de 465 m2 avec toit rétractable et jardin privatif, sans oublier un cinéma privé pour le propriétaire. Les choses ont été vues en grand côté équipement puisque l'Éclipse, qui s'apparent à un bateau de croisière, possède une boîte de nuit avec deux pistes de danse, une bibliothèque internationale, un cinéma , un restaurant, un aquarium géant, une galerie d'art, une banque, deux piscines, un salon de massage, une salle de fitness, un salon de coiffure, plusieurs spas, un sauna, un hammam et un port intérieur flottant pouvant accueillir 3 grosses vedettes. N'oublions pas non plus une piste d'hélicoptère, et le clou du spectacle, un système anti-paparazzi… Il peut accueillir 40 passagers et 70 membres d'équipage.

3 - Dubaï

Le Dubaï est un yacht de 162 mètres de long construit pour le Mohammed ben Rachid Al Maktoum, l'Émir de Dubaï. D'une valeur de 300 millions d'euros il a été lancé en 2006 et a subi d'importantes rénovations en 2010 : peinture extérieure, amélioration du traitement des eaux usées et nouveau système audiovisuel et informatique.

Cinq suites VIP et de nombreuses cabines permettent d'accueillir à son bord 72 personnes sans compter les 60 à 120 hommes d'équipage (en croisière). Il comporte également deux salons, une grande salle à manger, une piste d'hélicoptère, une piscine, une discothèque et plusieurs garages, renfermant jet-ski et matériel de plongée . Il ne navigue pas beaucoup et reste souvent dans le port de Dubaï.

Construit en 2016 par le chantier allemand Lürssen Yachts , le Dilbar appartient à l'oligarque russe Alicher Ousmanov, dont la fortune est estimée à 14,4 milliards de dollars. Avec une longueur de 156 m, il prend la 4e place de ce classement. Sa jauge brute de 15 917 tonnes, en fait par contre le plus gros yacht à moteur du monde. Son coût de construction est estimé à 600 millions de dollars.

D'après le chantier qui l'a construit, il est l'un des yachts les plus complexes et exigeant jamais construit, en termes de dimension et de technologie. Grâce à son important tonnage, il propose des espaces de divertissements et de loisirs jamais vu à bord d'un navire de cette taille.

A commencer par une piscine géante de 25 m, offrant un volume d'eau de 180 m3. Elle est d'ailleurs la plus grande piscine jamais installé sur un superyacht. Ou encore son helipad qui reçoit unun hélicoptère Airbus H175, d'une valeur de 17 millions de dollars.

Ses lignes classiques de couleur ivoire claire aux accents de bronze sont signées Espen Øino International. L'intérieur signé Winch Design team fait la part belle aux matériaux rares et luxueux. A bord, 40 invités peuvent loger confortablement et le double en équipage. Avec une propulsion diesel électrique de 30 000 kW (un record pour un superyacht), il atteint la vitesse de croisière de 22 nœuds.

5 - Al Saïd

Avec ses 155 mètres de long, Al Saïd se place à la quatrième place de notre classement. Il appartient au sultan d'Oman, Qabus ibn Saïd, est estimé à 250 millions d'euros et a été construit en Allemagne dans le même chantier que l'Azzam, Lürssen/Blohm & Voss et a été livré en 2008. Il peut accueillir jusqu'à 65 invités et jusqu'à 150 membres d'équipage. Parmi les extravagances que comptent les yachts , Al Saïd dispose d'une salle de concert pouvant accueillir 50 musiciens, d'une piste d'hélicoptère mais aussi d'un ascenseur.

Les 25 plus grands yachts du monde – Superyacht

Même en cas de pandémie, la taille de la superyacht flotte ne cesse de croître. Les 25 plus grands yachts dans le monde totalisent désormais 11 849 pieds combinés, avec le plus petit yacht de la liste, Maryah , mesurant un énorme 410 pieds.

Construits par des chantiers navals du monde entier, des Pays-Bas aux Émirats arabes unis, en passant par l’Italie, la Turquie, la Grèce et le Royaume-Uni, pour n’en nommer que quelques-uns, de nouveaux lancements et radoub sont livrés chaque année. Les nouveaux venus 2021 sont originaires de Lürssen, Dream Ship Victory et Lloyd Werft.

Avec de nombreuses nouvelles constructions de gigayachts en préparation, la liste sera beaucoup plus compétitive dans les années à venir. Voici les 25 meilleurs yachts au monde par taille, de Maryah  à Azzam.

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25. ‘Maryah’ (410 pieds, 1 pouce), Neorion

Néorion Maryah 

Cet ancien navire de recherche russe a été initialement lancé par le chantier Szczecin en Pologne. En 2010, il a subi une reconstruction de cinq ans au chantier Elefsis en Grèce. Le navire de recherche lourd qui est entré en service est réapparu en 2014 en tant que superyacht construit sur mesure tout à fait moderne. Le basé au Royaume-Uni Conception de yacht H2 a fait à la fois l’intérieur et l’extérieur, incorporant tout le luxe que l’on peut attendre d’un yacht de cette taille. La piscine, le spa, la décoration contemporaine (y compris les meubles sur mesure, la menuiserie de marque et les détails sur mesure comme les luminaires et l’éclairage) et l’espace intérieur généreux ont transformé le vilain petit canard en cygne. Marie , qui atteint une vitesse de pointe de 18 nœuds propulsée par un système de propulsion double Azipod , dispose d’un hébergement pour 54 personnes.

24. ‘Octopus’ (414 pieds), Lürssen

Lürssen Poulpe

Construit à l’origine par Lürssen pour le cofondateur de Microsoft Paul Allen, le Poulpe est le plus grand yacht d’expédition au monde. Allen a conservé toutes les caractéristiques luxueuses d’un superyacht mais voulait Poulpe pouvoir s’ancrer au bout du monde pour l’exploration. Le Lürssen, livré en 2003, dispose d’un espace de stockage pour deux hélicoptères, sept annexes et un grand SUV, ainsi qu’un quai interne qui s’étend à travers la coque et contient deux submersibles. Un salon d’observation à fond de verre permet une visualisation spectaculaire lors de la croisière. Le yacht a été impliqué dans de multiples découvertes d’exploration, aidé par son centre de plongée à bord et sa chambre hyperbare. Espen Øino a dessiné l’extérieur, y compris un terrain de basket pleine grandeur sur le pont arrière, tandis que Jonathan Quinn Barnett a fait l’intérieur. Subissant une refonte en 2019, le yacht atteint une pointe de 20 nœuds.

23. ‘Al Mirqab’ (436 pieds, 4 pouces), Kusch Yachts

Kusch Yachts Al Mirqab

Lancé en 2008, Al Mirqab a été construit pour l’ancien Premier ministre du Qatar sous la supervision de Kusch Yachts dans le Chantier naval Peters Werft à Wewelsfleth, en Allemagne. Les Tim Heywood l’extérieur comprend une longue coque bleu marine avec une superstructure blanche. La propulsion diesel-électrique du yacht implique un entraînement de nacelle en azimut et donne au 436,4 pieds une extrémité supérieure de 21 nœuds. Son intérieur d’Andrew Winch a remporté plusieurs prix, avec des images montrant des motifs d’influence arabe sur les sols en marbre de grands espaces sociaux. La pièce maîtresse du yacht est un magnifique escalier flottant compliqué entouré de panneaux de verre sur mesure. Al Mirqab a des cabines pour 36 et des quartiers d’équipage pour 45.

22. « Serene » (439 pieds, 3 pouces), Fincantieri

Fincantieri Serein

Serein était Fincantieri dans le segment des superyachts, et quels débuts ce fut. Le plus grand yacht jamais lancé en Italie lors de sa livraison en 2011 (dépassé trois ans plus tard par Victoire de l’océan ), la conception à sept ponts Espen Øino présente une longue coque bleue élégante couronnée d’une superstructure blanche. Les courbes quelque peu racées servent de contrepartie aux sections plus sérieuses du yacht, qui comprennent des découpes le long des ponts principaux et supérieurs pour permettre une forte visibilité depuis le salon et les cabines. Les balcons incurvés sur trois niveaux sont une belle touche qui fonctionnent esthétiquement et pratiquement pour de meilleures vues. La zone arrière ouverte dispose d’un jardin d’hiver (serre fermée) qui permet de manger en toutes saisons. Serein dispose également de deux héliports et d’un hangar, d’une grande piscine et d’un garage annexe assez grand pour un sous-marin. Pascale Reymond de Reymond Langton Design a créé l’intérieur de 43 056 pieds carrés pour le propriétaire russe, bien que ses détails soient restés étroitement surveillés.

21. « Crescent » (443 pieds), Lürssen

Lürssen Croissant

La coque sombre et la superstructure à plusieurs niveaux d’Espen Øino ont été l’un des lancements les plus excitants de 2018. Appelé Project Thunder en interne à Lürssen, le yacht sur mesure présente des découpes le long des côtés de la coque qui permettent une vue complète sur l’océan depuis le salon sur le pont principal, dans le cadre de Croissant la superstructure incurvée distinctive de. Sa caractéristique la plus remarquable est la banque à couper le souffle de fenêtres à trois ponts de hauteur au centre du yacht. Cette caractéristique architecturale est la pièce maîtresse d’un design très convaincant. Le yacht peut accueillir 18 personnes dans neuf cabines. On sait peu de choses sur le Conçu par François Zuretti intérieur, autre que Lürssen le décrit comme étant « style traditionnel. S’il est à la hauteur Croissant extérieur impétueux, le yacht complet promet d’être un design entièrement révolutionnaire.

20. « Savarona » (446 pieds, 2 pouces), Blohm + Voss

Blohm + Voss Savarone

Lancé en 1931, Savarone a été construit pour l’héritière américaine Emily Roebling Cadwalader. Le yacht a finalement été acquis par la Turquie pour être le yacht présidentiel de Kemal Atatürk, fondateur de la Turquie moderne. Les navires de combat de Jane a décrit le yacht en 1949 comme « probablement le yacht le plus somptueusement équipé à flot ». Savarone a ensuite été converti en navire-école pour la marine turque et, en 1978, détruit par un incendie. Le yacht est resté en lambeaux pendant 10 ans. Un homme d’affaires turc a dépensé environ 45 millions de dollars pour rénover Savarone , mettant en service Donald Starkey pour l’intérieur et remplaçant les moteurs à turbine à vapeur d’origine par des moteurs diesel Caterpillar modernes. L’intérieur du yacht a été réaménagé à nouveau en 2013, redevenant le yacht présidentiel officiel en 2014. Savarone dispose d’une piscine, d’un bain turc, d’un grand escalier de 280 pieds, d’une salle de cinéma et d’une bibliothèque dédiée à Atatürk.

19 : « Flying Fox » (446 pieds, 2 pouces), Lürssen

Lürssen Renard volant

Livré conjointement par Imperial et Lürssen en 2019, 446,2 pieds Renard volant est le plus grand yacht disponible sur le marché de la location. Les principales caractéristiques de l’extérieur conçu par Espen Øino sont une coque gris tourterelle tout en courbes et une piscine de 3,7 pieds qui traverse le pont arrière principal, la plus grande jamais trouvée à bord d’un yacht. Un spa à deux étages permet également aux clients d’accéder à un cryosauna, un hammam et une salle de relaxation avec un balcon rabattable au niveau de la mer. Emballé jusqu’aux chevrons avec les dernières commodités, le yacht contient un centre de plongée, une chambre de décompression et deux héliports. Renard volant est conforme PYC et peut accueillir 25 personnes.

18. ‘Rising Sun’ (454 pieds, 1 pouce), Lürssen

Lürssen Soleil levant 

Conçu par le gourou original des concepteurs de yachts, Jon Bannenberg, Soleil levant a été construit par Lürssen pour le PDG d’Oracle Larry Ellison et appartient actuellement au milliardaire David Geffen. Le yacht a été livré en 2004 et réaménagé pour la dernière fois en 2011. Défini par des rangées de fenêtres à travers la superstructure, Soleil levant a 86 000 pieds carrés d’espace de vie dans 82 chambres. Il peut accueillir 18 invités dans neuf cabines, avec la capacité de transporter jusqu’à 46 membres d’équipage. L’intérieur signé Seccombe Design comprend une salle de sport, un cinéma et une cave à vin. Le pont arrière du cockpit a été conçu comme un terrain de basket. Geffen a reçu une réaction des médias mondiaux en 2020 pour ses publications sur les réseaux sociaux « sourds » qui se sont représentés à bord de son yacht pendant le verrouillage de Covid-19.

17. « Al Salamah » (456 pieds), Lürssen

Lürssen Al Salamah

Quand Lürssen a lancé Al Salamah en 1999, c’était le troisième plus grand yacht au monde. Son classement numéro 14 montre à quel point il a changé au cours des 20 dernières années. Nom de code MIPOS, ou Mission Possible, le yacht a été conçu par Terence Disdale . Le grand extérieur imposant est principalement un espace protégé, avec un pont supérieur exposé aux éléments. Al Salamah dispose de cabines pour 40 invités, dont deux suites propriétaires, 11 cabines VIP et huit cabines doubles. Le yacht peut transporter jusqu’à 96 membres d’équipage et a une vitesse de pointe de 22 nœuds. Al Salamah a été réaménagé pour la dernière fois en 2009.

16. « Scheherazade » (459 pieds, 3 pouces), Lürssen

Lürssen Shéhérazade

Le propriétaire de 459,3 pieds, construit à Lürssen Shéhérazade (anciennement connu sous le nom de Project Lightning) a finalement pris livraison du mégayacht en juin 2020 après avoir été photographié lors d’essais en mer en novembre 2019. Ce que l’on peut voir sur les photographies disponibles comprend deux héliports, à l’avant et à l’arrière, et un grand club de plage à l’arrière, comme ainsi qu’un faisceau signalé de sept pieds. Très peu de détails ont encore été publiés sur le navire hautement privé, y compris les noms des concepteurs ou des architectes navals impliqués dans la construction.

15 : « Ocean Victory » (459 pieds, 3 pouces), Fincantieri

Fincantieri Victoire de l’océan

Le plus grand yacht à moteur jamais construit en Italie, le Fincantieri Victoire de l’océan a été livré à son propriétaire en 2014. L’extérieur à sept ponts d’Espen Øino comprend deux plates-formes hélideck et un hangar sous les ponts, ainsi que des espaces sociaux extérieurs exceptionnels et un quai d’appel d’offres inondable. Victoire de l’océan a des logements pour 28 invités ainsi que des quartiers pour 56 membres d’équipage. Victoire de l’océan dispose également de six piscines, d’un spa de 3 300 pieds carrés et d’une salle d’observation sous-marine. L’intérieur d’Alberto Pinto reste un secret.

14 : « Solaris » (459 pieds, 3 pouces), Lloyd Werft

Solaris par Lloyd Werft

Le 476 pieds Solaris est l’un des plus grands yachts à livrer en 2021, et pourtant on sait peu de choses à son sujet. Le vaste explorateur très privé est construit par le chantier naval allemand Lloyd Werft et a subi des essais en mer en mer du Nord. L’extérieur à huit ponts a été conçu par le designer australien Marc Newson et comprend une coque en acier à déplacement avec une proue à bulbe et une superstructure en acier avec des ponts en teck. Apparemment détenu par Roman Abramovich, il abrite un grand héliport, une terrasse et un spacieux club de plage à l’arrière. Lloyd Werft a construit le précédent yacht explorateur du milliardaire russe Lune , qu’il aurait vendu pour 360 millions de dollars à son ami proche Farkhad Akhmedov en 2014.

13. ‘Yas’ (462 pieds, 6 pouces), Abu Dhabi Mar

Abou Dhabi Mar’s Oui

En tant que yacht converti, Oui est l’un des navires les plus intéressants de cette liste. L’extérieur en forme de dauphin était à l’origine une ancienne frégate de la marine néerlandaise lancée en 1978 et finalement vendue à la marine des Émirats arabes unis, où elle a été renommée Al Émirat . Le yacht a subi sa transformation spectaculaire dans une installation du port principal d’Abou Dhabi, devenant un superyacht étincelant en 2011, avec l’un des profils les plus intéressants sur l’eau. Il a finalement été livré quatre ans plus tard. Le design du Pierrejean Vision, basé à Paris, défini par des surfaces vitrées massives, peut accueillir 60 invités et 58 membres d’équipage. Accouplé à une coque en acier, la superstructure est le plus grand édifice composite jamais construit. Oui est capable d’une vitesse de pointe de 26 nœuds et a été réaménagé pour la dernière fois en 2019.

12. ‘Dream Symphony’ (462 pieds, 6 pouces), Dream Ship Victory

Symphonie de rêve par Dream Ship Victory

Voilier Symphonie de rêve est une magnifique goélette de 462,7 pieds construite par le chantier naval turc Dream Ship Victory. Lorsqu’il sera livré en 2021, il deviendra le plus grand voilier privé au monde, battant le plus grand voilier actuel, Perle noire , hors du podium. Avec une architecture navale de Dykstra Naval Architects et un extérieur et un intérieur de Ken Freivokh, elle réunit la même équipe qui était à l’origine du légendaire Faucon maltais Falcon DynaRig révolutionnaire. Symphonie de rêve’ La coque de s est bois-collée et stratifiée utilisant les dernières techniques époxydes et composées. Le bois, le carbone et l’acier inoxydable parcourent l’intérieur contemporain, tandis que la plate-forme comprend des flèches Hoyt pour un contrôle maximal. Le yacht dispose d’un duplex de propriétaire entièrement privé, avec une suite parentale, un salon et un bureau au niveau du pont principal, ainsi qu’un autre spa, une salle de sport et des salles de soins sur le pont inférieur. Un pont ouvert abrité entre les installations du propriétaire et le rouf des invités peut être fermé aux intempéries, créant des canaux dissimulés pour une protection complète. Et lorsque le soleil brille, une piscine en verre à double hauteur est dotée d’un plancher montant qui peut servir d’héliport ou de piste de danse.

11. « Nord » (466 pieds), Lürssen

Lürssen Nord (Projet Opus)

Nord (Projet Opus) a été long à venir. Il a été annoncé en 2015 mais n’a touché l’eau qu’en novembre 2020 lorsqu’il a effectué des essais en mer dans la mer Baltique. Le yacht de 466 pieds présente un design intérieur du studio italien Nuvolari Lenard et est le premier yacht de Lürssen lancé depuis son hangar flottant nouvellement amélioré dans ses installations de Vegasack. Bénéficiant de nombreux équipements de haut niveau, le yacht comprend un centre de sports et de plongée sur le pont inférieur, plusieurs annexes allant jusqu’à 50 pieds et une grande piscine. Les deux héliports prennent en charge les capacités de croisière à longue distance du yacht pour une exploration autonome, et un hangar rétractable signifie qu’un hélicoptère peut glisser parfaitement dans la superstructure pour le stockage lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé. Les 20 cabines généreuses peuvent accueillir 36 passagers sur six ponts, tandis qu’une superstructure élégante et inclinée vers l’arrière donne au Nord un profil individuel sur l’eau.

10. « A » (468 pieds, 5 pouces), Nobiskrug

Voilier Nobiskrug UNE

Livré en 2017, le look futuriste de voilier UNE comprend des surfaces et des fenêtres lisses en métal argenté qui semblent presque invisibles, trois mâts composites qui se plient légèrement et un pont caché par de hauts pavois. Le Philippe Starck-design est un yacht de fantaisie sauvage du futur. Le voilier de 468 pieds est une victoire technique pour le chantier allemand Nobiskrug , qui a développé des plaques de mode composites pour créer des formes inhabituelles sans compromettre la force ou la fluidité. Il possède les mâts composites autoportants les plus hauts de tous les voiliers, un système de propulsion diesel-électrique et des systèmes de navigation à la pointe de la technologie. Le bateau aurait également une plate-forme d’observation sous-marine dans la quille. « Yacht à voile UNE est sans aucun doute l’un des projets les plus visionnaires auxquels Nobiskrug ait jamais participé », a déclaré Holger Kahl, alors directeur général de la société. L’intérieur de Starck reste un secret. Le chantier naval rapporte que le yacht a une vitesse de pointe de 21 nœuds. Il reste aujourd’hui le plus grand voilier du monde trois ans après sa mise à l’eau.

9. « El Mahrousa » (478 pieds, 1 pouce), Samuda Brothers

yacht royal égyptien, El Mahrousa

El Mahrousa , qui signifie « Le Protégé » en arabe, est actuellement le yacht présidentiel égyptien, bien que le 478,1 pieds ait une histoire distincte en tant que yacht royal de ce pays. Les frères Samuda, basés à Londres, ont commencé la construction en 1863 et ont été lancés en 1865. Il a été construit à l’origine pour le gouverneur ottoman d’Égypte, Khedive Ismail, et a ensuite emmené trois rois égyptiens en exil. Le yacht était également à l’ouverture du canal de Suez en 1869. Le plus ancien superyacht du monde présente un design extérieur de l’architecte naval britannique Sir Oliver Lang et a subi de nombreuses modifications au fil des ans, notamment un allongement de 40 pieds en 1872 et un autre de 17 pieds en 1905. Au cours de la deuxième remise en état, les propriétaires ont remplacé ses moteurs à aubes par des hélices entraînées par turbine. Le yacht, confié à la marine égyptienne, part occasionnellement en mer pendant un jour ou deux. En 2015, il a servi à inaugurer le nouveau canal de Suez.

8. « Prince Abdulaziz » (482 pieds, 3 pouces), Helsingør Værft

Helsingør Værft Prince Abdelaziz

Ce yacht personnalisé, lancé par Helsingør Værft au Danemark en 1984, a été récemment réaménagé en 2005. Le 5 200 tonnes Prince Abdelaziz est l’un des yachts de la famille royale saoudienne, son premier propriétaire étant le roi Fahd. Conçu par Maierform, le yacht était le plus long et le plus haut du monde au moment de son lancement. À 482,3 pieds, Prince Abdelaziz a détenu le titre pendant 22 ans jusqu’à ce que Dubai lancé en 2006. Le regretté David Nightingale Hicks, connu pour son utilisation de couleurs vives, était l’architecte d’intérieur. Le hall serait une réplique du Titanesque . Réaménagé pour la dernière fois en 2005, on dit qu’il transporte des missiles sol-air, bien que cela puisse être une légende urbaine.

7. « A+ » (483 pieds, 1 pouce), Lürssen

On sait très peu de choses sur A+ (Auparavant Topaze) , qui a été lancé par Lürssen en 2012, autre qu’il s’agit du quatrième plus grand yacht jamais construit par le chantier naval allemand. Tim Heywood Designs a réalisé l’extérieur, qui comprend des héliports sur le pont avant et au milieu du navire sur un pont supérieur. Un pont inférieur arrière comprend une piscine. Le chantier allemand n’a publié aucune image de l’intérieur de Terence Disdale. Apparemment, le propriétaire du Manchester City Football Club, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed al Nahyan, membre de la royauté émiratie et vice-Premier ministre des Émirats arabes unis, A+ a une vitesse de pointe de 22 nœuds et peut transporter 62 invités et jusqu’à 79 membres d’équipage.

6. ‘Al Saïd’ (508 pieds, 5 pouces), Lürssen

Lürssen Al Saïd

Un autre yacht de plus de 500 pieds de Lürssen, l’original Project Sunflower a reçu son nom officiel de Al Saïd après son lancement en 2016. L’extérieur de l’Espen Øino s’apparente à un paquebot de croisière classique, avec les doubles cheminées d’échappement au centre de la superstructure. Propriété du Sultan d’Oman, six ponts Al Saïd peut transporter 154 membres d’équipage et, selon certaines sources, 70 invités. Lürssen dit Al Saïd a une vitesse de pointe de 22 nœuds. Le studio londonien Redman Whiteley Dixon a conçu l’intérieur, qui comprend une salle de concert pouvant accueillir un orchestre de 50 musiciens.

5. « Dilbar » (511 pieds, 8 pouces), Lürssen

Lürssen Dilbar

Le lancement en 2016 de Dilbar a donné à Lürssen la distinction non seulement de construire le yacht le plus long jamais construit ( Azzam ), mais aussi le plus important en termes de volume. Espen Øino a conçu l’extérieur, créant une superstructure pleine de longs ponts fluides, ainsi que deux plates-formes d’hélicoptère. Dilbar possède également une piscine de 82 pieds pouvant contenir un incroyable 6 357 pieds cubes d’eau et, selon Lürssen, est la plus longue du monde sur un yacht. L’intérieur par Conception de treuil se définit par ses « matériaux de luxe rares et exclusifs », explique le constructeur, refusant d’entrer dans les détails. Lürssen a ajouté que le plus grand yacht à moteur du monde était l’un des yachts les plus complexes et les plus difficiles jamais construits en raison de ses dimensions et de sa technologie. Malgré Dilbar , les concepteurs ont fait un travail magistral en donnant au yacht un aspect relativement svelte, sans renflements évidents sur toute la longueur de la coque aux accents d’ivoire clair et de bronze. En juin 2020, Dilbar est retourné à Lürssen pour un important carénage, dont les détails n’ont pas encore été révélés.

4. ‘Dubaï’ (531 pieds, 5 pouces), Platinum Yachts

Le yacht de Cheikh Al Maktoum, Dubai

Cette conception Andrew Winch a été initialement commandée pour le prince Jefri Bolkiah de Brunei en tant que projet conjoint entre Blohm+Voss et Lürssen, avant d’être interrompu en 1998 avec juste une coque nue et une superstructure squelettique. La coque a été vendue au gouvernement de Dubaï et, sous la direction du souverain du pays, le cheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, les travaux sur le 531,5 pieds ont repris, mais cette fois par Platinum Yachts. Dubai livré en 2006 et est maintenant le yacht royal du cheikh, avec un hébergement pour 24 invités et des quartiers pour 88 membres d’équipage. Le yacht à sept ponts dispose d’un impressionnant atrium de 70 pieds de large, d’une piste d’atterrissage pour un hélicoptère Black Hawk, d’un garage sous-marin, d’une discothèque et d’un cinéma. La certification complète a été obtenue auprès du Lloyd’s Register en octobre 2006, et il peut atteindre une vitesse maximale de 26 nœuds.

3. « Eclipse » (533 pieds, 1 pouce), Blohm + Voss

Blohm + Voss Éclipse

Majestueux Éclipse , le yacht de 533,1 pieds livré au milliardaire Roman Abramovich, a mis cinq ans à concevoir et à construire. Lorsqu’il a quitté le chantier naval Blohm+Voss à Hambourg en 2010, c’était le plus grand yacht du monde. L’intérieur dispose de 17 cabines et d’une suite parentale somptueuse, pouvant accueillir 85 membres d’équipage. L’intérieur et l’extérieur sont conçus par Terence Disdale. Un profil proportionnel est défini par des ponts à plusieurs niveaux qui balaient vers le haut et se plient très légèrement aux extrémités arrière. Éclipse possède un pont propriétaire de 185 pieds de long et, au moment de son lancement, la plus grande piscine de tous les superyachts (le fond se soulève et se transforme en piste de danse). Autres caractéristiques reflétant sa stature : la capacité d’accueillir trois hélicoptères, dont un dans son hangar sous les ponts, un système de stabilisation sophistiqué, six annexes et un immense spa, gymnase et club de plage. Les moteurs diesel-électriques hybrides sont connectés à des entraînements Azipod qui donnent Éclipse une vitesse maximale de 21 nœuds, avec une autonomie de 6 000 milles marins.

2. ‘Fulk Al Salamah’ (538 pieds, 1 pouce), Mariotti Yachts

Mariotti Yachts Foulques Al Salamah

Peu d’informations ont été publiées sur le deuxième plus long superyacht du monde, construit sur mesure Foulques Al Salamah , et il est entouré de mystère depuis sa première annonce en 2014. Même la longueur totale de 538,1 pieds a été estimée à partir des données AIS. Cependant, construit et livré par le constructeur italien Mariotti Yachts dans leur chantier naval de Gênes en 2016, l’imposant navire appartiendrait à la famille royale omanaise. Le design extérieur est de Studio de Jorio, et certains considèrent qu’il ressemble plus à un navire de soutien qu’à un superyacht. Néanmoins, la photographie aérienne montre un héliplateforme d’une taille impressionnante, des mâts inclinés et une plate-forme de baignade.

1 : « Azzam » (592 pieds, 6 pouces), Lürssen

Lürssen Azzam

Il n’est pas surprenant que le yacht le plus long du monde soit issu d’un chantier naval comptant 13 des 25 meilleures constructions de l’arène des superyachts. Malheureusement, Lürssen ne pourrait jamais vraiment se vanter Azzam après son lancement en 2013 en raison du penchant du propriétaire pour la vie privée. Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi a dirigé une équipe de concepteurs et d’ingénieurs qui ont commencé avec le concept nu, ont relevé les défis techniques de ce qui pourrait être le superyacht le plus complexe de tous les temps et ont terminé avec un navire exceptionnellement grand qui peut dépasser la barre des 30 nœuds. L’extérieur du Nauta Yacht présente une longue zone avant élégante, avec des gradins bien proportionnés se déplaçant jusqu’au skydeck. Lürssen décrit l’intérieur de Christophe Leoni comme « sophistiqué, avec un décor luxueux inspiré du style Empire du début du XIXe siècle ». Ses turbines à gaz, reliées à des jets d’eau, poussent Azzam à plus de 30 nœuds, ce qui lui donne la capacité d’opérer à grande vitesse dans des eaux peu profondes. Il bénéficie également d’un temps de construction impressionnant pour un yacht de sa taille, la construction ne prenant que trois ans après un an d’ingénierie. Azzam a été rénové pour la dernière fois en 2020 au MB92 à Barcelone.

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La plupart des megayachts ont une longueur totale supérieure à 30 mètres . Les plus grands bateaux du monde peuvent même atteindre des tailles supérieures à 100 mètres. Bien qu'il n'y ait pas de valeurs exactes qui déterminent la longueur de tels yachts, on qualifie généralement un yacht de "super" ou "mega" yacht lorsque sa longueur excède 25 à 30 mètres, et qu'il propose un haut niveau de confort . 

Les prestations d'un megayacht

Étant donné le prix élevé de ces yacht, les propriétaires et passagers peuvent s'attendre à des prestations de très haute facture. Les passagers peuvent ainsi profiter d'un confort inégalé. Le mega yacht permet de bénéficier de salons de réception, de bars ou encore de salles à manger pour recevoir leurs invités. Certains bateaux sont équipés de piscines et de SPA pour améliorer encore davantage la qualité de vie des passagers.

Les propriétaires des super yachts ont la possibilité de choisir des cabines spacieuses et équipées de toutes les commodités. Les cabines sont également très spacieuses et disposent de tout le confort qu'on peut attendre d'un lieu de vie de luxe.

Combien coûte un mega yacht ?

Le prix d'un yacht varie fortement selon ses caractéristiques, sa taille, son ancienneté, ses équipements, son design, etc. Si vous envisagez d'acheter un mega yacht, il est important de faire attention aux différents éléments qui influencent directement ou indirectement le prix du yacht.

Pour trouver le meilleur prix pour votre yacht, vous pouvez comparer nos différentes annonces de bateaux. N'hésitez pas à contacter un yacht broker passionné d'Abys Yachting. Notre équipe se fera une joie de vous accompagner dans votre projet d'achat de bateau.

Megayacht : comment le choisir ?

Si vous êtes à la recherche d'un bateau de luxe, le choix de votre yacht est déterminant. Il faut savoir que les meilleurs yachts sont souvent très chers. Il faut donc penser à investir dans un bateau qui vous convient et qui corresponde aux attentes que vous avez des vacances en mer. Pour trouver le meilleur bateau, il faut prendre en compte différents éléments, comme votre budget, vos exigences et les activités recherchées.

Si vous êtes amateur de vitesse et de sensations, vous devez vous orienter vers un modèle de bateau qui vous permettent de vivre une expérience forte en mer. Pour partir en croisière et faire le tour du monde, orientez-vous alors vers des marques portée sur le luxe et le confort en navigation.

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