10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World [Owner Names Included]
The yachting life is one of the best ways to feel the luxury, natural beauty and relaxation. The luxury yachts are filled with the latest amenities such as gadgets, swimming pools, bars, hot tubs, advanced technology, and more. To enjoy this life, you need to have a lot of money, say million of dollars.
In this list of the most expensive yachts in the world is not an ordinary yachts but valued at the million of dollars.
10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World [Owner Names Included]
10. Pelorus – $300 million
Pelorus is one of the most expensive yachts in the world, constructed with a cost of $300 million. This luxury yacht is owned by the property developer, billionaire and Chairman of Prudential Enterprises.
He spent almost $300 million to have this wonderful yacht. To offer more luxurious experience, it is equipped with 2 helipads, jet skis, and landing boats.
Fast Facts
- Length: 115m
- Crew: 46 members
- Weight: 2973 tons
- Boats and landing craft carried: Landing boats and Jet skis
- Owner Name: Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan
9. Al Said – US$300 Million
Al Said is owned by a wealthy Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al Said of Oman. At the time of its construction, it was the second largest yacht in the world. The yacht can easily accommodate 70 people excluding crew members. The yacht can reach 22 knots speed. To cater the need of guests, 154 crew members are on board to make all things smooth.
It is one of the longest and biggest luxury yachts in the world. When it was constructed, the project was named Sunflower. It is one of the most amazing and wonderful luxury yachts in the world.
Fast Facts
- Length: 155m
- Builder Name: Lurssen, Germany
- Launched in 2007
- Speed: 25.2 knots or 47 km/hour (maximum)
- Displacement: 14.38 million kg
8. Radiant – $320 Million
Radiant is one of the most expensive yachts in the world. It was built by Lurssen, Germany in 2009. This luxury yacht is owned by the Emirate millionaire Abdulla Al Futtaim. This wonderful luxury yacht can accommodate 20 guests at maximum and it is handled by 44 crew members.
Based on it’s length, it is the 32nd largest luxury yacht in the world. This amazing wonderful yacht was designed by Tim Heywood and interiors were designed by Glen Pushelburg.
Fast Facts
- Length: 110m
- Draft: 4.4m
- Owner Name: Emirati Abdulla Al Futtaim
- Guest capacity: 20 passengers / guests
- Crew: 44 members
- Builder Name: Lurssen, Germany
7. Superyacht A – US$323 Million
Superyacht A is owned by Andrei Melchenko, a Russian billionaire who spent US$323 million. The yacht is being handled by 42 crew members and it can easily accommodate 14 guests. The yacht has a beautiful interior designs as well as exterior look.
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There are three swimming pools on board to enjoy the natural environment. The yacht is equipped with latest and modern amenities including entertainment systems and advanced technology. It is the 7th most expensive luxury yacht in the world.
Fast Facts
- Length: 119m
- Constructed at Kiel, Germany
- weight: 5959 tons
- Designer Name: Philippe Starck
- Launched on January 3, 2008
- Builder Name: Blohm+Voss
6. Serene – $330 Million
It is the sixth most expensive luxury yacht in the world. It is proudly owned by the world famous ruler Mohammed bin Salman. It is considered as one of the costliest super luxury yachts in the world. Initially, it was built (custom) for the popular Vodka tycoon Yuri Shefler.
This amazing and popular luxury yacht liked by powerful ruler Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia and later on bought it for a whopping price tag. It’s a luxury stylish designed yacht with the state-of-the-art features and technology.
Fast Facts
- Length: 134m
- Crew capacity: 52 members
- Owner name: Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia
- Port of registry: Bermuda
- Capacity: 24 passengers
- Beam: 18.5m
5. Dubai – $350-$400 Million
Dubai, the name shows that it belongs to the city-state Dubai. It is owned by Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and the Sheikh of Dubai. The yacht is also known as the Platinum 525.
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Dubai luxury yacht is a floating city with modern amenities such as a spa, a swimming pool, a helipad, and a glass staircase. The yacht can host a whopping 115 guests on board excluding crew members. It is the second most expensive yachts in the world.
Fast Facts
- Owner Name: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
- Length: 162m
- Namesake: Emirate of Dubai
- Speed: 26 knots or 48km/hour, or 30mph
- Crew: 88 crew members
- Height: 9.26m
4. Topaz Yacht – $527 Million
Topaz or M/Y A+ is one of the most expensive yachts in the world. This popular luxury yacht was constructed by Lurssen, Bremen, Germany. This beautiful and luxury yacht was designed by Terence Disdale Design. On the other hand, exterior was designed by Tim Heywood.
This wonderful luxury yacht comes with a powerful 7990 HP engine to provide 22.9 knots speed. It can achieve maximum speed of over 25.5 knots.
Fast Facts
- Constructed by / Built by: Lurssen, Germany
- Length: 147 m
- Cost: $527 million
- Launched in May 2012
- 7th longest motor yacht in the world
3. Azzam Yacht – $650 Million
Azzam Yacht is one of the costliest luxury yachts in the world. It’s a super private yacht, built by German shipyard Lurssen Yachts. This yacht is owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This amazing yacht height is 180 metres and launched on April 5, 2013.
This wonderful yacht was designed by Nauta Yachts and engineering services were provided by Engineer Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi. On the other hand, technical engineer services were provided by Lürssen.
Fast Facts
- Length: 180m
- Speed: 32 knots (37 mph) or 59 km/hour
- Owner Name: Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
- Boats and landing craft carried: 1 mini-submarine
- Cost: $650 million
2. Eclipse – Estimated $1.5 Billion
Eclipse is a luxury yacht, owned by the Russian billionaire Roman Abromavich. The yacht has the modern defense system designed to detect intruders. This modern yacht includes modern amenities such as two helipads, an own private submarine, and can host 24 guests.
It is one of the most expensive luxury yachts in the world. This wonderful yacht was built by Voss of Hamburg and Blohm. This yacht measures 536 ft long and considered as one of the longest luxury yachts in the world.
Fast Facts
- Crew: 70 crew members
- Length: 164m
- Owner Name: Roman Abramovich
- Boats and landing craft carried: 1 mini-submarine and 3 landing boats
- Aviation facilities: 2 helicopter pads
1. History Supreme – US$4.5 billion
History Supreme is the costliest private yacht in the world. This world’s most expensive yacht was designed by world-famous luxury designer Stuart Hughes. To your surprise, it took about 3 years to complete this wonderful luxury yacht. Later on, world’s costliest yacht was purchased by a businessman based in Malaysia for a whopping US$4.5 billion dollars.
Fast Facts About History Supreme
- Total Cost: US$4.5 billion
- Facilities: Thin layer of solid gold, dinning area, deck, anchor, staircases, rails, master suite, and much more
- This yacht is covered in 100,000 kg of jewels, platinum, and gold
- Designer Name: Stuart Hughes
Article Title: 10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World [Owner Names Included]
Article last re-published June 12, 2019.
