The 20 most expensive Yachts in the world.
Have you been curious about the price of Yachts as you purchase your new house by the beach?
Sailing over the vast ocean in a Vessel surrounded with Luxury & Comfort provides an unmatched experience. A vacation in a Luxury Yacht can calm your mind like no other indulgence.
With a market value of USD 6.5 Billion, the Yacht market is expected to grow at a pace of 5.6% CAGR through 2025.
Major reason for this growth is the preference for an ostentatious lifestyle and the increasing spending power among the population.
This article intends to explore the prices and amenities of Yachts which rank as the 15 most expensive Yachts of 2020.
20. Ecstasea: $120 Million
The 86m Luxury SuperYacht by Feadship kicks off the list of the most expensive Yachts of 2020.
If you have felt that ecstasy cannot be experienced on the seas, well, you need to think again!
Being Feadship’s largest SuperYacht ever, the Ecstasea is close to 86 m long with beams taller than 11 m. The occupants can enjoy the tranquility of the oceans in the Yacht, which has an area of more than 580 square Meters.
At its maximum capacity, the $120 Million Ecstasea can keep 14 people in repose away from the hustle-bustle of city life.
19. LionHeart: $150 Million
Manufactured by Bennetti, the LionHeart mega Yacht can accommodate 12 people in its 6 VIP rooms with numerous decorated balconies.
With a price tag of $150 Million, this Yacht is loaded with features & amenities to maximise the comfort of its passengers.
LionHeart was completed in the year 2016, and since has been a visiting place for superstars like Ronaldo and Kate Moss.
18. Aviva: $150 Million
Have you ever wanted to play tennis on the waters of the ocean? Well, Joe Lewis can help you with that!
If you are wondering about the price of the Yacht Aviva, it is close to $150 Million. It comes fitted with the world’s most cherished pieces of art. A sure treat for Joe Lewis to escape the Bahamas!
17. Solandge: $160 Million
How about renting a Yacht for $1.1 Million / week! That is exactly what it will cost you for spending a week on Solandge.
Built by Lurssen, it comes with a grand piano and enough room to house 8 VIP guests simultaneously. The Murrano glass art is just an icing on the cake!
16. Lady Moura: $250 Million
If you have been wondering why no one from the oil-rich nations is there yet, here you go!
Nasser-Al-Rashid, with his close association to the Royal Family, owns the Lady Moura. The price of this Yacht comes close to $250 Million.
It fits some of the greatest features like a retractable roof over the pool, various parts of the interior lettered with 24 karat gold, and a suave helicopter with a helipad!
Thinking about a hydraulic beach in the middle of the ocean? Lady Moura has it all for you!
15. Al Mirqab: $250 Million
The former PM of Qatar has his name on this mega-queen of the ocean. With close to 10 bedrooms and a cool assortment of the luxuries, the price of Yacht stands a little more than $250 Million. Boasting 24 guest rooms and 54 crew cubicles make this the second most beautiful Yacht.
14. Dilbar: $256 Million
Usmanov uses this sea-giant to traverse to the tiny islands! Wonder, if any of the islands have ever got crushed by Dilbar! The 360 ft long Yacht is worth $256 Mn, making it the third entry in our list from the Lurssen.
Swimming pools are what makes the Yacht stand apart from the rest! A 25m long pool that holds close to 180 cubic meter of water, makes it the largest ever installed pool!
13. Radiant: $286 Million
The middle East has not only captured the oil, but also the oceans. Another king of the ocean, Radiant is owned by the Billionaire Abdullah Futtaim. With the ability to accommodate more than 60 people, this mega Yacht is close to 110 m long & weighs more than 5000 tons.
Another Mega Yacht built by the German Shipyard Lurssen houses numerous features on board including jacuzzis, a pool, massage rooms and many more, which makes spending those $286 Million worthwhile. To top it all, you even get a water cannon feature in the Radiant to defend against the pirates!
12. Pelorus: $300 Million
Samuel Tak Lee is the proud owner of this $300 Million Yacht. Initially owned by Abramovich, Pelorus has changed hands numerous times. If you were still wondering what could be added more to the Yachts, this comes along with jet skis and landing boats! Pelorus can host more than 40 crew members year long in its 9 cabins.
11. Octopus: $325 Million
Paul Allen. Does that name ring a bell? Although he is no more, his Yacht is still one of the best overall Yachts in the world. It has two helipads, a Swimming Pool, a top-notch recording studio, a library, bar, movie theater, gym, observation lounge, and a complete dive center along with its own hyperbaric chamber all for the guests.
Coming to the owner, they can enjoy one out of eight decks dedicated exclusively for them. The deck features a private entertaining lounge with a full blown bar, a dedicated jacuzzi, a dining area, and its own dedicated elevator.
Measuring a whopping 414 feet, the Octopus can accommodate more than 25 guests at a go! It also comes equipped with two helipads and submarines! It’s currently listed for sale at Burgess.
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10. Serene: $330 Million
With a length of over 420 ft, Serene is the tenth highest grossing Yacht that is worth close to $330 Million. The owner of the Yacht is the Russian Billionaire, Yuri Scheffler, who has never shied away from renting out the beauty! Serene’s magnificence has earned it the nickname of The Floating Palace.
With Prince Salman of Saudi Arabia being the recent elite personality to purchase it, the Serene has many big names on its list of guests and owners.
In 2015, Bill Gates leased it for $5 Million a week. At its maximum capacity, Serene can host close to 70 people.
9. REV Ocean: $350 Million
Built by Vard Shipyards of Romania, this mega Yacht was created mainly for research rather than to show off wealth. Rev stands for Research & Expedition Vessel.
Owned by Kjell Inge Rokke, REV Ocean’s primary objective is to help scientists plot oceanic garbage patches, assess fish stocks and assess water acidity levels for free.
When the scientists aren’t onboard, the Yacht will either be used by Rokke or rented out.
Kjell says he’d donate the rent proceeds to ocean conservation projects & charity organisations.
8. Dubai: $400 Million
No, You have read it right! Yet again, Middle East on the ocean! The rampage of the Sheikhs of the ocean is simply a show-off of their money earned from oil! The features of Dubai are similar to those of other Yachts. The only differentiating factor is the multi-level decks for the owners!
7. Sailing Yacht A: $400 Million
As its name suggests, Sailing Yacht A is a sail-assisted motor Yacht. Originally built for the Russian oligarch billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, this SuperYacht is one of its kind.
Built by Nobiskrug in Germany, it holds the record of largest private Sailing Motor Yacht in the world.
Among Sailing Yacht A’s various features, the underwater observatory pod is the main highlight.
6. Eclipse: $500 Million
Eclipse is owned by Russian businessman Roman Abramovich. With a price tag of $500 Million comes an equally massive sized SuperYacht. Eclipse is the 3rd largest Yacht in the world. It can house 12 guests and 70 crew members.
To ensure a smooth sailing experience at low speeds it comes equipped with a rotor based stabilisation system. The stabiliser also works when the SuperYacht is anchored.
Talking about the toys, the Eclipse has one mini-submarine & 3 landing boats. It is also fitted with a missile detection system for the safety of its high profile passengers.
5. Topaz: $527 Million
Topaz also known as M/Y A+ is yet another SuperYacht built by German Shipyard Lurssen.
It comes equipped with zero speed stabilisers, two helipads, swimming pools, underwater garage & lights. For recreation, there’s a large cinema hall along with a conference hall for meetings.
To take care of the fitness of guests Topaz also has a fitness center cum Gym.
4. The Rising Sun: $590 Million
Another marvel from the Lurssen in our list, The Rising Sun is designed by Bannenberg. With the price of Yacht close to $600 Million, it can house more than 80 people.
The five-storeyed masterpiece accommodates a basketball court, a bar & a bustling movie theatre among other amenities.
Being the 12th largest luxury water mammoth, & measuring close to 140m, the Rising Sun has a higher spending on luxury décor than the build itself! Jeff Bezos, Oprah Winfrey & Barack Obama have all been aboard this Yacht.
Oracle Corporation founder Larry Ellison previously co-owned this mega Yacht with David Gaffin. David bought Ellison’s share of ownership in 2010 and now has full possession of the Yacht.
3. Al Said: $600 Million
Have you ever wanted to have something named after you? Well, the Sultan of Oman has just done something similar. Qaboos Al Said has named the mega Yacht after himself, and maintained a very low key status about the Yacht.
Not much is known about it except that it can host close to 50 guests, houses a theatre along with a wonderful helipad. The 15,850 tonne Al Said built by German Shipyard Lurssen, costs no less than $600 Million.
2. Azzam: $605 Million
Azzam is the longest private SuperYacht with a length of 180 meters.
Owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan this mega Yacht costs upwards of $600 Million. It was built by German shipyard Lürssen Yachts in 3 years, which according to SuperYacht Times is a record time for a vessel of this size.
Azzam can hit speeds of 32 Knots (59 KM/h) thanks to the combination of 2 Gas turbines & 2 Diesel Turbines.
It can accommodate 36 Guests in its 18 palatial cabins & 60 crew members in 30 cabins.
1. History Supreme: $4.8 Billion
If you have been wondering what the maximum price of Yacht could be, the price would come as a shock! At $4.8 Billion, History Supreme is the world’s most expensive SuperYacht.
Built with solid gold and platinum, & owned by Robert Knok, this SuperYacht has knocked everyone out of the list.
It was designed by Hughes. The master bedroom of History Supreme catches glimpse of dinosaur era and houses numerous other luxury items.
Well, to top it all, the History Supreme boasts a 24 Carat gold wall aquarium! It is truly an exquisite luxury SuperYacht with a golden touch!
Summary
Here’s a recap of the 20 most expensive Yachts in the world.
1. History Supreme: $4.8 Billion – World’s most expensive Yacht
2. Azzam: $600 Million
3. Al Said: $600 Million
4. The Rising Sun: $590 Million
5. Topaz: $527 Million
6. Eclipse: $500 Million
7. Sailing Yacht A: $400 Million
8. Dubai: $400 Million
9. REV Ocean: $350 Million
10. Serene: $330 Million
11. Octopus: $325 Million
12. Pelorus: $300 Million
13. Radiant: $286 Million
14. Dilbar: $256 Million
15. Al Mirqab: $250 Million
16. Lady Moura: $250 Million
17. Solandge: $160 Million
18. Aviva: $150 Million
19. LionHeart: $150 Million
20. Ecstasea: $120 Million
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