Over the years we have seen multi-millionaires and billionaires splash millions to acquire yachts which they normally use for sailing on sea during their leisure time. They say all work and no play makes Jack a dull these millionaires after a hard day’s work give themselves a nice treat on the sea to admire nature.
Today we shall take you through the list of the top 10 most expensive yachts in the world. Take a few minutes out of your busy schedule and read who knows someday it might interest you to get one.
1. History Supreme-$4.8million
Currently, the world’s most expensive yacht whose purchase made headlines all over the media spaces, it was specially designed by Stuart Hughes for billionaire Robert Kuok. Reports have it that it took quite a long time to get the full project done as it is made up of solid gold, platinum, meteoric stone, and a tyrannosaurus rex bone.
Both the interior design from the bedroom and dining hall were all made of pure gold making it a yacht really fit for a king. Although Mr. Robert never came out to deny nor confirm the news, grapevine reports state he is the owner. It takes the number position of the top 10 most expensive yachts.
2. Eclipse -$700 million
Have you ever seen a missile defensive and bulletproof yacht before? Well, the Eclipse yacht owned by the former Chelsea boss and Russian oil magnate Roman Abramovich is one of them.
The yacht is worth its amount and has tinted glass that makes it difficult for unauthorized paparazzi to take pictures of guests. It also features a helipad where one can pack his helicopter. After being targeted by UK law enforcement bodies, Roman moved all his luxury properties to Turkiye.
3. Streets of Monaco-$1billion
Who wouldn’t love to be on a yacht designed like a hotel with a beach-like pool in it? The streets of Monaco have been carefully designed by its maker and has a swimming pool, a mini-submarine a helipad, seven guest suites, a mini waterfall, and a restaurant. Guest who will board it are going to enjoy a nice treat.
4. Azzam–$600 million
Made by the German yacht company Lürssen, it is reported that it took the hands of several engineers who spent long hours and time to get it done. It has some amazing features such as missile defensive and a large space to accommodate hundreds of people.
It was owned by the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nayan a ruler of Abu Dhabi who passed away in 2022 after a brief illness.
5. Topaz – $527 Million
Another product from the Lürssen company was designed by Tim Heywood specially for Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It seems the Arabs have a thing for luxury and don’t even mind emptying their account for it.
The yacht which was once hired by legendary actor Leonardo Dicaprio alongside his friends during the Worldcup has a swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, cinema, and helipad for accommodating helicopters.
6. Koru-$500 million
Owned by one of the world’s richest people and also Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, it seems to be the billionaire’s favorite as he is normally seen cruising around the world with his girlfriend Lauren Sanchez.
It made headlines in 2022 after it couldn’t pass through the Koningshaven Bridge so therefore demanding the pulling down of the bridge. It has a large swimming pool and a grand movie theatre that can hold a large number of people.
7. sailing yacht a-$450 million
Currently in the possession of the Italian crime sanctioning body guardia di finanza, it was owned by Russian oligarch Andrey Melnichenko who splashed a whopping $450 million to get it. It weighs 14,224 tons with a height of 143 metres big enough to contain twenty passengers. The Russian billionaires seem to have a strong taste for expensive yachts as they topping the charts.
8. Dubai-$ 400 million
Owned by the UAE ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum who also doubles as one of the most powerful and influential people in the world. The yacht really matches his persona as it has a helipad where he can pack his helicopter. It also features a nightclub and pool where guests can have fun whether during the day or evening. It is also spacious enough to hold 24 guests and give them top-class hospitality.
9. Lady Moura- $125 million
Have you ever seen a yacht whose name and symbol have been made in 24-karat gold? Then Lady Moura’s yacht would be the first to surprise as both its name ”Lady Moura”and symbol are all gold plated. Previously owned by Saudi billionaire Dr. Nasser al Rashid who later sold it off to Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego for $ 125 million in 2021.
It was designed by Luigi Sturchio and can contain 27 guests and has an indoor pool for cooling off. Mr. Richard currently uses it for business purposes as he’s into manufacturing and retail business.
10. Al Mirqab-$300 million
It seems Russians Oligarchs and Saudi billionaires love to splash their millions on luxury products. Well, in order not to keep you in suspense the Al Mirquab yacht is owned by Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani a former prime minister and minister of foreign affairs in Qatar.
One can enjoy all the necessary luxuries when on board from a spa, swimming pool, gym, and a helipad for helicopters. The 133 meters yacht seems to be a strictly private one as no paparazzi are allowed to take pictures of its interior. Well, it still makes the list of the top 10 most expensive yachts in the world.
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