Top 10 Most Expensive Superyachts In the World
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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. Most expensive superyachts worldwide offer extravagant features like movie helipads, theatres, concert halls, multiple swimming pools, saunas and hot tubs.
There are only a handful of luxury yachts sailing the world’s oceans today. Each one is unique in its way, much like the often-mysterious owners at the helm. You would think that, with a $5 billion yacht, you would want to show off your achievements, but most want to escape from the trouble of the world and enjoy a cruise in luxury and style.
The List of 10 Most Expensive Superyachts In the World
1. History Supreme – $4.8 Billion
2. Eclipse – $1.5 Billion
3. Streets of Monaco – $1 Billion
4. Azzam – $600 Million
5. Topaz – $527 Million
6. Motor Yacht A – $440 Million
7. Dubai – $400 Million
8. Serene – $330 Million
9. Radiant - $320 Million
10. Al Said - $300 Million
What Are The Most Expensive Superyachts in The World?
1. History Supreme - $4.8 Billion
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If you are ever lucky enough to step your feet on History Supreme you might as well be counted among the world’s wealthiest. This superyacht made by the famous designer Stuart Hughes has been valued variously with the highest we have found being $4.8 billion. Officially, however, the luxury liner is listed at 3 billion GBP on the Stuart Hughes Website, an amount which translates to 3,642,900,000 USD. However, after adding the tax due to the purchase, the price comes up to the neighborhoods of $4.8 billion depending on the exchange rates at the time of the purchase.
History Supreme measures 100 feet in length and is adorned with 100,000 kg of ornamental metals especially platinum and gold. Just like other luxury liners, this vessel has a deck, base, sleeping areas, dining halls, and recreational facilities. However, one thing that sets it apart from its peers is that its walls are lined with what you would think is ivory (which would have been lavish enough all the same). But Hughes says those super-polished bony structures are genuine dinosaur bones.
Other superyachts that trail far behind History Supreme in cost are Azzam – valued at $650 million, Dubai at $350 million, Serene at $330 million, and Superyacht A at $323 million.
2. Eclipse – $1.5 Billion
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The second most expensive yacht in the world, Eclipse, is owned by Roman Abramovich. The Russian billionaire has spared no expense when it comes to his superyacht.
He’s installed a private defence system, including missile detection sensors, intruder alarms and armour plating and bulletproof windows in his master bedroom. On top of that, Eclipse has two helipads, two swimming pools, 24 guest bedrooms, a disco hall and a mini-submarine. It’s unclear how much Eclipse actually cost, but it is believed to be in the region of $1.5 billion!
3. Streets of Monaco – $1 Billion
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The first billion-dollar yacht on our list is the “Streets of Monaco”.
By far one of the most impressive and expensive yachts in the world, once finished, the Streets of Monaco is going to be a 509-foot mega yacht, designed to feature miniature versions of some of Monaco’s and Monte Carlos most renowned landmarks.
The finished superyacht will include a go-kart circuit, three swimming pools, a mini-submarine a helipad, seven guest suites, a mini waterfall and a restaurant with a fabulous underwater view.
4. Azzam – $600 Million
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Rumored to be owned by a member of the royal family of the UAE, Azzam, according to its makers is the most complex and challenging yacht to have ever been made. The 590 feet long yacht is said to be one of the fastest with a speed of 35 kmph.
French interior decorator Christophe Leoni has designed the sophisticated interiors, while the exteriors of it have been designed by Nauta Yacht. It features two gas turbines and two diesel engines with a total power of 35048 kW and is capable of traveling at high speed in both warm and shallow water.
5. Topaz – $527 Million
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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.
6. Motor Yacht A – $440 Million
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Reports claim Russian tycoon Andrey Melnichenko owns the Motor Yacht A, with its unique design. If you lay eyes upon the Motor Yacht A, your first thought is of a stealth warship or military submarine, not a luxury yacht. Architect Martin Francis and designer Philippe Stark, alongside Blohm and Voss in Kiel, constructed a boat that you cannot judge from the exterior alone. Inside, the 400-foot yacht features a master bedroom, disco floor, six guest suites, and moving walls to transform the guest suites into staterooms quickly.
7. Dubai – $400 Million
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Dubai is owned by the Sheik of Dubai, Mohammed Rashid al-Maktoum.
Some of its features include jacuzzis, a swimming pool with handmade tiles, a helipad and a striking circular glass staircase which changes colour when lit from above.
Dubai also houses a split-level owner’s deck, several VIP and social areas, guest suites and a crew of up to 115 people.
8. Serene - $330 Million
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Serene is equipped with multiple swimming pools, a seawater pool, two helipads, a dance floor, a submarine, a spa pool, a snow room, a steam room, and play areas for wealthy guests to enjoy. With multiple decks, guests will find an unwater viewing room to watch passing marine life in total comfort and security.
9. Radiant - $320 Million
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Built by Lürssen in 2009, Radiant is owned by Emirate Billionaire Abdulla Al Futtaim.
The superyacht is roughly 110 meters long, weighs approximately 5027 gross tons and sleeps up to 20 guests and 44 crew members.
She comes with multiple swimming pools, a helipad, a massage room, a swimming platform, a movie theatre, a gym and a jacuzzi.
The Radiant is also equipped with a highly powerful water cannon to defend herself from pirate attacks!
10. Al Said - $300 million
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Al Said is rumored to be owned by a member of the royal family of Oman and is reportedly the world's highest displacement superyacht with a displacement of 15850 tons and a length of 508.53 feet. The yacht can host up to 70 guests along with 154 crew members and features a concert hall that can accommodate a 50-piece orchestra. It enjoys a speed of 47 kmph.
About the Al Said's OwnerThe owner of the Royal Yacht Al Said is the Sultan of Oman (and all of its Dependencies) after rising to power by overthrowing his own father, Said bin Taimur during a 1970 palace coup. (What a nice guy, right?) He’s also the 14th-generation descendant of the Al Bu Sa’idi dynasty’s founder. Oman (aka the Sultanate of Oman) is, of course, an Arab country in the Middle East that lies on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula as well as on the Persian Gulf. As you may have already guessed, it’s an absolute monarchy, which was once known as the Sultanate of Muscat and Oman. It also once included portions of what is now the United Arab Emirates and certain parts of Pakistan. This also a country with very close ties to Saudi Arabia, often functioning as an impartial mediator between Saudi Arabia and countries like Qatar and Iran or Qatar. In addition, the country has a Royal Military Academy that is really highly-regarded. The Sultan’s full title is Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said and, he also owns eight palaces and three luxury yachts. Besides the Al Said, he also owns the Loalat al Behar and the Fulk al Salamah. The Loaloat Al Behar was the prior Al Said, which was a gift to the Ministry of Tourism of Oman and has been recently refitted and repainted. The Fulk Al Salamah Yacht functions as a support vessel for the Royal Yacht Al Said. She was built in Italy at the Mariotti shipyard and delivered in 2016. At 150 meter (492 ft) she’s actually almost as big overall as the yacht Al Said and one of the largest superyachts worldwide. |
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