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Combines traditional sailing elegance with modern luxury, offering an eco-friendly and serene sea exploration with high-end amenities and spacious accommodations. They use the wind to move and are designed for a more peaceful experience. They don’t go as fast as motor yachts, but they offer something special: a connection to nature and the sea. One famous model is the Beneteau Oceanis 51.1
| Speed | 7-10 knot |
| Passenger Capacity | 6 to 12 passengers |
| Approximate Cost | $500,000 to $1.5 million |
Known for their speed and comfort, equipped with luxurious amenities like Jacuzzis and outdoor dining areas, ideal for fast and stylish sea travel. motor yachts are built for speed and luxury. They use engines to power through the water and can travel much faster than sailing yachts. The Sunseeker Predator 74 is a great example.
| Speed | 30 to 40 knot |
| Passenger Capacity | 8 to 12 passengers |
| Approximate Cost | $2 million to $5 million |
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Epitome of luxury with amenities like cinemas, gyms, and spas, catering to clients seeking exclusive and tailor-made experiences. These are some of the most luxurious and largest yachts out there, often over 100 feet long. They have everything from pools to helipads. A famous one is the Azzam, which is 590 feet long and is owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the former ruler of Abu Dhabi.
| Speed | 20 to 30 knot |
| Passenger Capacity | 12 to 36 passengers |
| Approximate Cost | $100 to $600 million |
Larger and more opulent than super yachts, designed for ultimate luxury, often featuring bespoke amenities and unparalleled service. These are over 200 feet long and come with features like movie theaters, gyms, and multiple decks. One of the most famous megayachts is the Eclipse, owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich.
| Speed | 18 to 25 knot |
| Passenger Capacity | 30 to 50 passengers |
| Approximate Cost | $400 million to $1.5 billion |
Built for long-range cruising with robust features for remote exploration, offering adventure-seekers comfort and safety in harsh conditions. These yachts are designed to go on long trips to remote places like the Arctic or South Pacific. They’re made for exploration and can withstand tough conditions.
| Speed | 12 to 18 knot |
| Passenger Capacity | 12 to 30 passengers |
| Approximate Cost | $10 million to $150 million |
| Type of Yacht | Speed Range (Knots) | Passenger Capacity | Approximate Cost | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Sailing Yachts | 7-10 knot | 6 to 12 passengers | $500,000 to $1.5 million | Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 |
| Motor Yachts | 30 to 40 knot | 8 to 12 passengers | $2 million to $5 million | The Sunseeker Predator 74 |
| Super Yachts | 20 to 30 knot | 12 to 36 passengers | $100 to $600 million | Azzam |
| Megayachts | 18 to 25 knot | 30 to 50 passengers | $400 million to $1.5 billion | Eclipse |
| Explorer Yachts | 12 to 18 knot | 12 to 30 passengers | $10 million to $150 million | Octopus |
The world’s largest yacht till date is Azzam, which is 590 feet long and is owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the former ruler of Abu Dhabi.
| Length | 180 meters (590 ft) |
| Top Speed | 32 knot |
| Estimated Cost | $605 million |
The most expensive yacht in the world is “History Supreme”, valued at around $4.8 billion. It’s smaller than some of the other yachts we talked about, but it’s covered in gold and platinum and even has a statue made from dinosaur bones!
| Length | 100 feet |
| Weight of Precious Metals Used | 100,000 kilograms |
| Materials Used | Gold and platinum |
| Cost | $4.8 billion |
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