These Are Some Of The Most Expensive Super Yachts In The World
A luxury yacht is not just a mode of transportation, but a symbol of wealth and status symbol, that can only be afforded by the wealthy billionaires of the world. The most luxurious yachts worldwide offer extravagant features like movie helipads, theatres, concert halls, multiple swimming pools, saunas and hot tubs.
- HISTORY SUPREME – $4.8 BILLION
As they call it “The Midas touch”, boasting the world’s most expensive yacht is the History Supreme. This pricey 100-foot vessel was designed by world-renowned UK luxury designer Stuart Hughes, took over 3 years to complete and was purchased by an anonymous Malaysian businessman for a whopping $4.5 billion dollars! This staggering sum is owed to the solid gold and platinum used to assembly this luxury liner which features no less than 100,000 kg (220,000 Ibs) of these precious metals. They adorn the entirety of the boat right from the base of the vessel, coated in a thin layer of solid gold, to the dining area, deck, rails, staircases and anchor. One of the most outstanding features of this magnificent superyacht is the master bedroom. It boasts a wall feature made from meteorite rock and a statue made from genuine Tyrannosaurus Rex bones! In addition, a 68 kg 24-carat gold Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium graces the master suite and on board is a liquor bottle featuring an extremely rare 18.5-carat diamond worth $45 million alone! Finally, an iPhone wrapped in 500 cut diamonds, including two interchangeable diamonds fitted over the “home button, a 7.4-carat pink diamond and a rare 8-carat diamond, add to the many extravagant features on the History Supreme, the most expensive yacht in the world.
- ECLIPSE – $1.5 BILLION
Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich is the proud owner of the Eclipse, the second most expensive yacht in the world. Rumored to be worth $800,000 to $1.5 billion, it was built by Blohm and Voss of Hamburg and measures 536 feet long also making it the second-largest in the world. The Eclipse’s immense size allows space for the boat’s many extravagant features including 24 guest cabins, two swimming pools, several hot tubs, and a disco hall not to mention the two helicopter pads, three launch boats and mini-submarine capable of submerging up to 50 meters underwater. Furthermore, for maximum security, the Eclipse is fitted with intruder detection systems and a missile defense system whilst the master bedroom and bridge of the yacht features fitted armor plating and bulletproof windows. Finally, this unique vessel boasts an anti-paparazzi shield which consists of lasers sweeping the surrounding areas. Upon detection of possible lurking professional photographers, a light is shone directly upon the camera to prevent a photograph being taken. Finally, a whopping 70 member crew is required to maintain this floating extravagance.
- AZZAM – $600 MILLION
Lürssen Yachts is behind this luxury liner which was recently delivered to fortunate Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nayan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Emir of Abu Dhabi for no less than $650 million. This makes it the world’s fourth most expensive luxury yacht with the makers boasting that the Azzam is “the most complex and challenging yacht that has ever been built”. However, not only has the Azzam been dominating the headlines for its hefty price tag but also due to its immense size. Measuring in at 590 feet long, this floating extravagance boasts the largest private yacht in the world thus knocking the Eclipse, belonging to Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, off the top spot. In addition, this impressive superyacht is expected to be one of the fastest reaching speeds of more than 30 knots, or 35mph. The luxury interiors were designed by French interior decorator Christophe Leoni which has been described as “sophisticated and luxurious in a turn of the century Empire style”. For the moment little else is known about the Azzam.
- TOPAZ – $527 MILLION
The Superyacht Topaz comes with a price tag of $527 million. She was built by Lurssen Yachts in May 2012 in Germany. The exterior was designed by Tim Heywood and the interiors were done up Terrance Disdale Design. She is 482 feet long with a beam length of 70.5 feet and a gross tonnage of 11,589. The twin Pielstick diesel engineering marvel, comes with a power-packed 7990 HP engine to pull at a service speed of 22.9 knots, accelerating to maximum speed is over 25.5 knots. The Topaz is equipped with 2 diesel generators to provide power to the stabilizers for all the equipment’s on board along with the navigation systems. It also comes with an emergency backup diesel generator for redundancy. This beauty features a steel displacement hull and an aluminum megastructure with 8 gorgeous decks for different exotic viewing experiences. The interior extravagance of Topaz showcases, a large jacuzzi on the deck that beckons indulgence. It has a swimming deck with a built-in swimming pool. The yacht is fully air-conditioned for optimal temperature control. The Topaz comes with fancy underwater lights, double helicopter landing pads, a state-of-the-art gymnasium, a cinema hall, and a large conference room. Who could the lucky owner be? The Topaz is owned by Shaikh Mansour, the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates. He is the minister of presidential affairs and a member of the royal family of Abu Dhabi.
- MOTOR YACHT A – $440 MILLION
Reportedly owned by Russian tycoon Andrey Melnichenko, the luxury yacht of Motor Yacht A, is reminiscent of a stealth warship or submarine and has been constructed by Architect Martin Francis and designed by Philippe Stark. It has been built by Blohm and Voss shipyard in Kiel and can accommodate 14 guests and 42 crew members. The interiors of the 400 feet long yacht extend over 24,000 sqft and feature a 2,500 sqft master bedroom and disco, along with six guest suites, that have moving walls in order to convert them into four large staterooms. Mirrored surfaces adorning the interiors and furniture, glassware and tableware made of French crystal, add to the luxury aspect of the yacht. It also features a helicopter hanger, a 30 feet speedboat as well as 3 swimming pool, one of them being glass-bottomed and situated directly above the disco which the yacht has on offer.
- DUBAI – $400 MILLION
Originally a joint project between Blohm + Voss and Lürssen shipyards, Dubai was commissioned by Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei more than 10 years prior to the ship’s launch in 2006. It was acquired by Platinum Yachts for His Highness Sheik Mohammed Rashid al-Maktoum (ruler of Dubai) who designed the decadent interior. The most striking features of this beautiful boat comprise the abundance of sunbathing areas, several jacuzzis and the swimming pool boasting elaborate handmade tiling. Similarly, the interior features intricately designed handmade mosaics and a stunning circular staircase with glass steps with change color with the light that enters from the top deck. Bold colors dominate the spectacularly decorated interior whilst the spacious deck of the Dubai houses a split-level owner’s deck, a large social area and lounge, numerous VIP and guest suites, and finally a crew area large enough to carry up to 115 people. Finally, a helipad, which can accommodate a helicopter of up to 9,5 tons, completes this extravagant ensemble, previously the largest yacht in the world. - RADIANT – $320 MILLION
This luxury motorboat was built by Lurssen in 2009. She is owned by the Emirate millionaire Abdulla Al Futtaim. The Radiant is 110 ms long with a beam of 16 mts and a tonnage of 5027 gross tons. The engines are powered by 8715 horsepower MTU, 16V 1163 TB73L. She can accelerate up to a maximum of 21 knots. Radiant has an impressive fuel capacity of 96000 gallons. The Radiant is the 32nd largest luxury yacht in the world. She can sleep up to 20 guests and houses 44 crew members on any given day. Radiant’s portentous exterior was engineered and designed by Tim Heywood and the elegant interiors were designed by Glen Pushelburg. The enormous hull is made of steel and the grand exterior is made of aluminum. The decks are laid with teak wood. The Radiant comes with zero speed stabilizers, swimming pools, beach club, helicopter landing pad, a massage room, swimming platform, tender-garage, movie theatre, air conditioning, gym, and a deck jacuzzi. The vessel is said to be equipped with an extremely powerful water cannon so she can defend herself against water (pirate) attacks. The price tag on this beauty is appropriately 240 million euros.
- DILBAR – $256 MILLION
The Dilbar Superyacht, built-in
2008 by Lürssen Yachts, belongs to Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov. It was named after his mother and boasts one of the world’s largest boats measuring 360.89 feet long in total. It is frequently used by its billionaire owner to visit his private islands. The Dilbar boasts some swimming pools and a helipad, amongst many other luxury features, with enough space on deck to accommodate 20 guests and a crew of 48. - AL MIRQAB – $250 MILLION
The Al Mirqab was built by Peters Schiffbau Wewelsfleth of Germany for Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. It comprises one of the world’s largest and was dubbed the second most beautiful yacht in the world after it was completed in 2008. Onboard this luxury liner are ten suites, which can accommodate up to 24 guests, each with an accompanying bathroom, living room and double bedroom. The fortunate owner has two VIP rooms for himself and there are 55 rooms to house the members of the crew. Highlights of the Al Mirqab superyacht include the on-board cinema, sun deck, pool, and helipad, as well as outside bars, swimming pool, jacuzzi and a range of watersports equipment.
- LADY MOURA – $210 MILLION
Lady Moura is rumored to be owned by Nasser Al Rashid, a billionaire businessman from Saudi Arabia. Built by Blohm and Voss in Germany, the yacht is plated with gold and can accommodate up to 30 guests and 60 crew members. The name of the yacht on its exterior is also made of 24-carat gold lettering, making it unique in its own way. The other extravagant features which Lady Moura has on offer include a swimming pool with a retractable roof, a helicopter and a Viscount Linley dining table of 75 feet. Adding to the uniqueness of the yacht, it offers a unique sand-covered hydraulic platform, sliding out of one side of it and can be adjusted to sit at the waterline.
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