Cool yachts. The largest yacht in the world

A large number of banknotes, it is also necessary to demonstrate this fact to others. You can do this in different ways: build a palace, buy football club or do charity work. A luxury yacht is the most popular way to showcase your high status and success. In most cases, the term "luxury" is too weak an epithet to accurately describe yachts that cost billions of dollars.

Such ships are built according to the latest shipbuilding technology, using the latest technologies. They have everything that the soul of the most demanding customer desires, only the most expensive and exclusive materials are used for decoration, in fact, such a yacht is a real palace on the water. Are you curious to know what is the price of the most expensive yacht in the world? Perhaps you would like to see a photo of the most expensive yacht in the world?

Our list includes the most expensive yachts world, photos of such luxury will certainly stun you.

1. The first place is occupied by a yacht called History Supreme. She is very far ahead of her closest competitors, because the cost of this ship is $ 5 billion. This is equal to the national debt of Turkmenistan or the Republic of the Congo.

The dimensions of this yacht are quite modest: its length is 34 meters, and its width is only 7.34 meters. Compared to the yachts of other moneybags, this is just a small boat, what makes it so expensive? The answer is quite simple - gold. According to rumors, 100 tons of this precious metal were used to manufacture and finish the History Supreme. And since this material is not very suitable for the manufacture of ships, it was mixed with silver, zinc, palladium and copper.

In addition to precious metal, the rarest tree species, meteorite fragments, and dinosaur bones were used to decorate the ship. Platinum is widely used in the interior of the ship. It was designed by Stuart Hughes, the designer who made the most expensive bed in the world and encrusted the iPhone with diamonds.

The History Supreme has been one of the most luxurious ships in the world for many years. Probably, it will be considered the most expensive ship in the world for many years to come. The price of this ship is too high.

It is kept secret who actually owns this ship. Its owner is called a multi-billionaire from South-East Asia, there is a version that the ship belongs to Robert Kuok.

2.Eclipse.

Eclipse

In second place, by a wide margin, is a yacht owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. This ship costs 1.2 billion US dollars. However, Roman Arkadievich does not have to blush for his ship, despite the striking gap from the first position in our rating. "Eclipse" is a true standard of luxury on the water, there is literally everything.

The yacht has impressive dimensions: its length exceeds 162 meters, and its width is 21 meters. For many years this ship was considered the largest in its class, only recently it gave way to the first place. Eclipse is more like a five-star floating hotel, with 5,000 sq. meters of bedrooms; That is, you can live on this yacht for years, it’s quite good to live. In addition, the ship is equipped with a missile radar, two helicopter landing pads, and a small submarine for underwater trips. All ship windows are bulletproof.

3. Streets of Monaco.

Streets of Monaco

It is inferior to the first and second places in our rating in terms of cost, but it definitely surpasses them in originality of the idea. The cost of this ship is 1.1 billion dollars, and the length reaches 150 meters. The creators of this unique vessel believe that they will change the concept of creating such ships and they have to believe.

This yacht is made in the form of a copy of the city of Monaco. In fact, the yacht is a small floating city. There are many swimming pools, helipads, luxury rooms and even a go-kart that replicates a Formula 1 track located in Monaco. The ship has streets that repeat the streets of the city, buildings that look like real ones, as well as copies of the famous casinos of Monaco.

70 crew members should manage the ship and serve all this splendor, the yacht is designed for 16 guests (that's how many cabins are on board). Separate apartments are designed for the owner of the yacht, they are located on three levels at once, with with total area approximately 1600 sq. meters. The developers aimed to bring all the charm and charm of the Principality of Monaco to this unique yacht.

It can be added that the maintenance of this luxury will be very expensive for its owner. One day sailing the Streets of Monaco will cost several million dollars.

4. Azzam.

Azzam

This ship, owned by Sheikh Khalifa Al Nahyan, occupies the fourth position in our ranking. This is the most big ship of a similar class (more than 180 meters), but at its cost it is inferior to the yachts that were mentioned above. Azzam was launched at the beginning of 2013, very little is known about it. This ship is believed to be worth approximately $600 million. Although, it is rather difficult to name the exact amount: everything related to the construction of this ship was covered in the strictest secrecy. The interior of the ship is said to be richly decorated with gold and antiques. The leading designers of the world were engaged in the development of the interior.

5. "Dubai".

Dubai

Rounding out our list of the most expensive yachts is a ship owned by another native of the Middle East, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This man governs the Emirate of Dubai, he is also the Prime Minister of the UAE (United United Arab Emirates).

This vessel costs 350 million dollars. Its length is about 160 meters, it has several pools, a jacuzzi. It is equipped with a helipad, several elevators. The interior of the yacht is distinguished by sophistication. There are more than a hundred cabins and eight large decks on board. The yacht is quite fast, it develops speed up to 26 knots. On it you can make long sea trips.

There are quite a lot of rich people in the world for whom a yacht is not a luxury, but an object of status. And many of them choose not just small boats to get to own island or go fishing, but huge superyachts, where you can make a comfortable trip around the world.

1. Kokomo Island

Those who could not choose in any way - to go on vacation to the sea or to the mountains, now do not need to choose. In the center of the superyacht Kokomo Ailand you can find a real jungle with palm trees, botanical gardens and even a waterfall. If you go down into the hold, then there is an underwater dining room with glazed walls. Moreover, the yacht even has a real owner’s penthouse, located at an altitude of 80 meters above sea level, from where great review to the surrounding landscape.

2.Dragonship 80

Perhaps the Dragonship 80 is one of the most futuristic yachts in the world. It is technically a trimaran, but the superyacht has the ability to raise the side floats for greater streamlining. Her three amazing sails are able to rotate themselves with the wind, and are also equipped with solar panels that provide energy for the needs of the ship.

3. The Streets of Monaco

The deck of the next yacht completely recreates the streets of Monaco down to the smallest detail. Including recreated well famous hotels, sights and even the famous Formula 1 track.

4 Hareide 108

Hareide 108 was made with the concept of "maximum open space". Its owner feels like a kind of observer on top of a floating throne. The ship is equipped with two swimming pools - one in front and the other next to the garden in the center of the ship, as well as a dining room on observation platform. And thanks to the panels solar panels with a total area of ​​300 sq m, the yacht is also environmentally friendly.

5 Tropical Island Paradise

The same design team that made "The Streets of Monaco" also created a tropical paradise yacht. The theme of this superyacht reflects life on the tropical island of Polynesia or Pacific Ocean. In front of the ship there is a real bay with a beach, bamboo huts and a volcano from which a waterfall falls. If you are tired of relaxing in a hut among palm trees in the middle of the ocean, then you can go to the back of the yacht, where there are small islands on the deck with cottages on them.

6. Komorebi

Komorebi looks like a cross between a Soviet icebreaker and a sports racing yacht. This 86m trimaran is equipped with automatic sails that follow the wind, reducing energy consumption by up to 30%. The side pontoons are made in such a way that small boats or boats can be parked between them and the main body of the yacht. Priority in Komorebi is placed on maximum amount sunlight- yacht abounds open spaces and panoramic windows.

7. Motor Yacht A

Motor Yacht A was a famous "toy" Russian billionaires Andrey and Alexander Melnichenko. This superyacht is best known for its unique design, reminiscent of a military submarine.

8. Epiphany

One of the most striking features of Epiphany is its design, which makes the yacht look like a fish while flying over the sea. The superyacht is fully equipped for those who crave entertainment and relaxation: she has a cinema, gym, spa and games area.

9 Project Moonstone

The Project Moonstone superyacht is covered with a special paint that reflects the light of the moon, stars and the ocean. There is also a function of "masking" the yacht under the sunset - the ship literally merges with the sea. And if it’s deep night outside, then the owner can choose his own version of the yacht’s illumination directly from the smartphone.

10 Origin 575

Origin 575 is not the best big yacht in this list, but it is one of the most remarkable due to its design. This luxurious trimaran has been designed for maximum stability and drag reduction at the same time. The yacht has a helipad and a hangar for a submarine.

11. Kraken

If transformers existed in real life, then the Kraken would be Starscream's sibling. The 75m catamaran looks more like a car than a boat, and comes with racing paint and a sleek design. A helicopter can land on the roof of the Kraken.

12. Maltese Falcon

"The Maltese Falcon" is a real miracle worth seeing. This superyacht looks more like a racing boat or a 19th century clipper ship than a luxury yacht. The sails are equipped with special sensors that can measure wind speed and other navigational indicators, which allows one person to control the vessel.

Although Super Sports 18 is not a mega yacht, it has the most eccentric look. It was developed by combining aerospace and Formula 1 technologies specifically in order to develop maximum speed (it is capable of still water develop 56 knots). Although the SS18 has no cabins, it can accommodate up to 12 guests.

14. Expedition

The designers have called this yacht "a real marine Range Rover" She combines a long range with luxurious elegance, which makes her an ideal ship for world travel. You won't get bored during the trip, as the superyacht comes complete with a helicopter pad, a garage for two limousines, a dock for a submarine and a boat, as well as jet skis. If that's not enough, there's also a retractable roof, a sauna, a diving pool and a wine cellar.

15. CAT-SWATH

This yacht can turn directly into the sea from a catamaran into an ordinary ship. Panoramic views along its entire radius provide passengers with an unsurpassed view of the surrounding ocean, and a helipad on upper deck means that the owners can fly ashore at any time without entering the port.

And here is what it looks like, called the "Black Swan".

If yachts were once only a means of transportation, then it was a very, very long time ago: in modern world a yacht is one of the ways to demonstrate your worth. Almost every "money bag" owns one or several yachts. However, the most stunning yachts worth several hundred million dollars can only be afforded by the fabulously rich like Roman Abramovich or some Arab sheikh. We bring to your attention the ten largest and most luxurious yachts of our time:

Smeralda
100.000.000 dollars

This yacht was launched in March last year. The vessel is equipped with a private cinema open sky, helipad and SPA-salon.

Pelorus
130.000.000 dollars


One of the yachts owned by Roman Abramovich. It is said that on this ship you can travel around the world without the need to refuel. The vessel is equipped with special "anti-paparazzi" lighting devices, and it also has a small private submarine.

Venus
130.000.000 dollars


The Venus yacht is the youngest of the vessels presented here: it was launched just a few months ago - in October last year. Designed for former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, the yacht is designed by Philip Stark. Steve Jobs himself, unfortunately, did not have time to see her.

rising sun
200.000.000 dollars


The five-deck vessel, owned by Oracle CEO Larry Ellison and producer David Geffen, is capable of speeds in excess of 30 mph.

Octopus
200.000.000 dollars


On the yacht of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, in addition to standard luxury features, there is a small submarine, like the Pelorus yacht.

Lady Moura
over 210.000.000

Built in 1991 for Sheikh Nasser al-Rashid (Saudi Arabia), the yacht for a long time remained the most expensive in the world. The ship has a helipad, two boats, a swimming pool and much more.

Al Said
about 300.000.000 dollars


The majestic ship belongs to the Omani Sultan Qaboos bin Said Albusaid. The displacement of the yacht is 15.850 tons, which makes it the largest in the world.

A
more than 300.000.000 dollars


The yacht was designed by legendary French industrial designer Philippe Starck. Its owner Andrei Melnichenko pays for its maintenance, according to rumors, about 20,000,000 dollars a year.

Dubai
350.000.000 dollars


The owner of this luxury yacht is the Emir of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The eight-deck vessel can accommodate more than a hundred passengers, providing any kind of entertainment.

Eclipse
unknown


One of the recent acquisitions of Roman Abramovich. The length of the yacht is 162.5 m. The cost of the yacht has not yet been declassified, and its estimated cost varies between 500-800 million dollars.

Sheikh al Maktoum allowed Roman Abramovich to rest on the laurels of the owner of the longest yacht in the world for only two years. Not wanting to stay in second place for a long time, the emir acted very subtly, frankly, in an oriental way: by lengthening the Dubai yacht by 2 meters, he was ahead of Abramovich by 15 cm. Yes, it turns out that the rich also measure themselves in centimeters ...

The first yachts appeared among mankind almost simultaneously with the advent of navigation. In Russia, they appeared in the Petrine era. The word yacht comes from the German jachtschip, which means "ship for pursuit". Yachts used Dutch sailors to hunt pirates and smugglers in coastal waters. Over the years, the yacht has become a luxury item. The most expensive yachts in the world always attract the attention of the public. The richest people in the world consider it necessary to have luxury yachts for their own image. In addition, the pleasure sea ​​travel on luxury yacht can be more expensive than any money. It is interesting to find out which yachts are the most expensive in the world, who owns them, what are the features of their design.

First place. History Supreme

In the first place among the most expensive yachts in the world is History Supreme. The yacht is estimated today at 4.8 billion dollars. It took 100,000 kg of precious metals to finish it. The deck, railings, dining room are covered with gold. Platinum was used to finish the recreation area. The statue that adorns the yacht is made from the bone of a Ti-rex (dinosaur). At the entrance to the yacht, guests are greeted by a decorative bottle of liquor, on which an 18.5-carat diamond flaunts. Inside the VIP cabins are decorated with meteorite stones and valuable wood.

The yacht has two diesel engines, maximum speed- 50 knots. The yacht has dimensions of 31m (length) and 7.34m (width).

Today it is the most expensive yacht in the world, but since the precious metals with which the yacht is trimmed are becoming more expensive all the time, its value will only increase.

Second place. Eclipse

The yacht Eclipse, which is in second place in the top of the most expensive yachts in the world, belongs to Roman Abramovich. The ship was created using the technology of a warship. Laser protection provides protection from prying eyes and annoying photographers. The yacht is equipped with an anti-missile defense system. There are 4 pleasure boats on nine decks of the yacht, deep-sea vehicle for observing the sea depths, 20 jet skis. The owner's bedroom is protected by armor and bulletproof glass. The yacht, 553 feet long, is equipped with modern communication systems and motion sensors. The cost of the yacht is 996.64 million dollars.

Third place. Azzam

The third place among the 10 most expensive yachts in the world is Azzam. It costs 609 million dollars. The yacht is equipped with four engines, the total capacity of which is 94 thousand horsepower. She can move at a speed of 30 knots. The length of the yacht is 590 feet. Serves a yacht of 50 people. The yacht has two missile defense systems, a submarine, two cinemas. The design of the yacht is made in the "imperial style" and is replete with luxury.

Fourth place. Dubai

Dubai, a $350 million yacht, is owned by the Sheikh of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Mehtoum. She is in fourth place among the most expensive yachts in the world. Two engines of 6323 kW make it possible to reach a speed of 26 knots. The ship takes on board 1.25 million liters of fuel and may not enter the port for a whole month. The yacht has 7 decks, swimming pools, a heliport and a casino. The interior of the main living room is designed in the style of an oasis in the desert. The security system on the yacht uses inflatable ladders and rafts, as on airliners.

Fifth place. "A"

Yacht "A", which is in 5th place in the ranking, is estimated at $300 million. She owes this name to the first letter in the names of the owners Andrey and The crew of the yacht, which is 390 feet long, is 35 people. The design of the yacht is very original. It has several glazed decks and resembles a space explorer's helmet. The nose has the shape of a trapezoid, with the wide side facing the sea. The interiors of the yacht are made in techno style. Finished with leather and stainless steel. On top of the cabin on the turntable is a bed that rotates, so you can admire sea ​​views around from panoramic windows. The ship has 12 plasma panels decorated as mirrors and more than a hundred speakers. There is a helipad, swimming pools, an amphibious boat and even a car garage.

Sixth place. Pelorus

The first owner of the Pelorus yacht was a Saudi businessman. Subsequently, Roman Abramovich bought the yacht, refitted it and sold it to David Geffen. The yacht, 347 feet long, can travel 7200 km without a visit to the harbor. The yacht has 40 crew members, anti-missile radar, helicopters, and a submarine. Downstairs there is a gym, a sauna with cold and hot pools, a fitness complex and a spa with mud baths. The yacht is equipped with a unique climate control and air conditioning system. The service on the yacht is one of the best. The yacht is in sixth place among the most expensive yachts in the world. It costs 300 million dollars.

Seventh place. rising sun

The Rising Sun is owned by David Geffen. It was built in 2004 and costs about $250 million. The yacht, 453 feet long, has 5 decks and 82 rooms, with an area of ​​8000 m 2 . Finishing of bathrooms and jacuzzi is made of onyx. The yacht has a plasma cinema, saunas, wine cellar. A large basketball court can be used to receive helicopters. Engines with a capacity of 50 horsepower allow her to move at a speed of 28 knots.

Eighth place. Lady Moura

The $210 million Lady Moura was built in 1991 and is owned by a multimillionaire from Saudi Arabia Nasser Al-Rashid. High superstructures on the deck and large windows give it a special originality. A twelve-meter boat can be launched from the yacht from the garage at the stern. On the deck with a retractable roof is a pool in the form of a real sandy beach with palm trees. The dining table on the yacht has a length of 25 m. The yacht, 344 feet long, can accommodate 30 guests at the same time. It is served by 60 crew members.

Ninth place. Octopus

Octopus is owned by Paul Allen, who co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates. She has eight engines with a capacity of 19,200 horsepower. The yacht has 2 swimming pools, on the sides there are hatches with a hydraulic drive for launching jet skis. Two submarines of the yacht are used not only for walking. Paul Allen, together with oceanologists, conducts experiments to study sea ​​depths. The yacht is 414 feet long and can travel at 20 knots.

Tenth place. Al-Salamah

Closes the list of 10 most expensive yachts in the world Al-Salamah. It costs 200 million dollars. It was owned by the late Prince Sultan ibn Abdel Aziz. The yacht has 8 decks and 82 cabins, which freely accommodate 96 servants and 180 guests. It is 457 feet long and 8000 m2 in area. Two engines, with a total capacity of 8700 horsepower, allow reaching a speed of 21 knots. The yacht has a gym, cinema, swimming pool, business center, spa.

Many of the richest people on the planet want to have the most expensive yacht in the world, a photo of which would delight millions of people. This is a sign of belonging to the elite, gives status and weight in business circles. On such yachts, all the whims of the guests are fulfilled. If someone gets bored haute cuisine and he wants a cheap hot dog that is sold in the alleys of city blocks, then, most likely, a helicopter will be sent there and bring what the guest wants.

Maintenance of such yachts is also very expensive. They need constant monitoring and daily prevention. Yacht owners are very concerned about privacy, so many of them have implemented paparazzi protection systems. They also take personal safety very seriously. The most expensive yachts in the world top 10 have bulletproof glass and weapons on board.

Incredible Facts

Even among the most luxurious pleasure craft, some yachts surpass others in beauty. And the best of them award the highly anticipated Neptune Trophy during the World Superyacht Awards. This award recognizes excellence in mega yacht design. To be eligible for the various award categories, the yacht must be at least 30 meters long and have been owned by the owner within the last 12 months.

Despite the uncertainty of the global economy, 2011 was good year for mega yachts. About 64 of them, worth several hundred million dollars, were nominated. All of them are privately owned, although most often they can be hired for tens of thousands of dollars a week.

1. Tango Mega Yacht

Dutch shipbuilding firm Feadship won the award motor yacht of the Year" for Tango. The 77-meter mega yacht was launched last year and offers accommodation for 12 guests, an owner's deck, a beauty salon, a massage parlor and an outdoor cinema. Despite all her weight, four engines propel yacht Tango to a maximum speed of 22 knots (about 40 km/h).

2 Serene Mega Yacht

The largest yacht to win the award is Serene, built by Italy's largest shipbuilder. Fincantieri. It is 133 meters long, can accommodate 24 guests and cost $330 million to build. On board there is a helipad, a cinema, a corporate meeting room and even playground for children. The crew, consisting of 52 people, is located in a separate part of the vessel, so as not to interfere with the "higher class" passengers. Rumor has it that it belongs to Russian vodka tycoon Yuri Shefler and can be rented.

3. Mega yacht Antares III

At 30 meters, the Antares III mega yacht is laughable compared to other award-winning mega yachts. But this does not mean at all that Antares III inferior to others in a sophisticated design. She was built by a New Zealand shipbuilder. Yachting Developments in May 2011. The design of the sloop used a complex construction, and the hull is covered with Kevlar for better impact resistance.

4. Mega yacht Aurelia

Mega yacht Aurelia was named after the model Italian car Lancia Aurelia, the first car to have a six-cylinder V-twin engine. This yacht was awarded as the best high speed planing yacht. It was created by a Dutch company Heesen Yachts and provides four comfortable and spacious cabins for eight people. All guest cabins are named after famous racing car designers: Bertone(Orange Lamborghini) Pinfarina(red Ferrari), and Zagato(green Aston Martin).

5. Mega yacht Helix

If you look at these yachts and reach for your checkbook, you're in luck. The diesel-powered mega yacht Helix, just over 44 meters long, is up for sale. The yacht has five luxurious private cabins with a bathroom with beautiful view and planning. She can be yours for just $42 million.

6. Mega yacht Kaiser

Mega-yacht Kaiser was designed at the request of her owner in German style. It's hard to tell if the marble floors and hardwood paneling of the West African Ovankol resemble Germany, but in any case, everything here is of the highest quality. Thanks to the twin diesel engine, Kaiser achieves a top speed of 16 knots (28 km/h).

7. Mega yacht Numptia

Even before the mega-yacht won the award for best interior design, the 70-meter Numptia yacht was attracting everyone's attention. She was built for an "Italian-American businessman" and every item on board was custom-designed for the yacht, from Tibetan silk carpets to a marble steam bath.

8. Mega yacht Satori

Many yacht owners try to stay out of the spotlight, but not Eric Benson, the owner of one of the largest American construction companies. Mega yacht Satori offers accommodation for 10 people in 5 luxurious cabins, and the vessel itself is managed by a team of 10 professionals, including the captain.

9. Mega yacht Vertigo

At 67 meters, Vertigo is the seventh largest sailing yacht in the world. In addition to five luxurious private cabins, the yacht has a gym and swimming pool. For a mere $300,000, she could be yours for a week.