Introduction
The Jeff Bezos yacht has become the talk of the ocean world. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos owns two vessels - the main Koru yacht and its support vessel Abeona. With the name Koru, it's the largest sailing yacht, measuring an impressive 417 feet in length and costing exactly 500 million dollars, combining beauty with smart thinking about the ocean.
The Making of a Masterpiece
This luxury yacht has been built at the Oceanco shipyard in the Netherlands over a period of three years, starting in 2020 and finishing in 2023. The work was quite complicated because it united old sailing ideas with the newest technologies. More than 500 skilled workers helped to build this world's largest sailing yacht, with Bezos 500 million investment transforming maritime history.
Design and Style Choices
The famous designer Sam Sorgiovanni designed the look of the Koru yacht. He chose a clean, modern style that makes the boat look fast even when it's sitting still. The outside is a pearl-white color that sparkles in the sun. Big windows let people inside see the ocean from almost anywhere.
It's the inside that makes one feel they're somewhere between a posh beach house and a museum of modern art. The light woods and soft colors give it a place of calm. From chairs to lights, all have been specifically made for this yacht. The style is fully in tune with what one could expect in the fanciest homes on the Turkish Riviera, reminiscent of traditional gulet cruise Turkey experiences, plus that little extra which makes it special for the sea.
The Price Tag
The price of the Jeff Bezos yacht reached 500 million dollars, making it one of the most expensive boats ever built. This cost encompasses not only the main boat but also its support vessel-a sure sign of how much goes into the creation of the world's largest sailing yacht.
Special Features That Make It Different
The largest sailing yacht has several unique features:
- The masts use computers to catch the wind in the best way
- A glass-bottom pool lets swimmers see fish below
- The boat has a movie room with seats that move with the film
- Special glass walls can change from clear to dark for privacy
- A room just for showing art keeps paintings safe from salty air
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See Real Sailing GuletsCelebrity Moments and Special Guests
Since its virgin voyage, many famous stars have enjoyed this sailing yacht all over the world. Tom Cruise came to film some of his movie ideas. Rihanna had a birthday party on board. Bill Gates visited to talk about helping the ocean.
Other guests included David Geffen, who brought music friends for a Mediterranean trip, and NFL legend Tony Gonzalez. Kim Kardashian shared boat pictures that got millions of likes. Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo spent a weekend aboard. Even some royal family members have visited quietly.
The Support Vessel Story
The support vessel Abeona travels with the main Jeff Bezos yacht everywhere. This helper boat carries important things like a helicopter specially added for Lauren Sánchez, who loves flying. Additional boats and water toys for enjoyment.
Food and rations to last a while. A standby crew on hand for support. Equipment for whatever repairs are needed.
Favorite Stopping Places
This yacht has seen some incredible destinations. From Saint-Tropez to St Barts, where it hosted big summer parties.
Santorini's sunsets made the boat look extra pretty. The Turkish coast, where guests enjoyed local food. Croatia's islands, great for quiet time.
Life with Lauren Sánchez
Fiancée Lauren Sánchez brings extra vitality to this sailing yacht in the world. She helped pick out the warm colors inside. Her love of flying meant the support vessel needed a good helicopter spot. She often invites friends to enjoy the nice features of the boat.
Ocean-Friendly Features
The Koru yacht tries to help the ocean with special engines that produce less smoke; lights that do not disturb sea animals; systems cleaning the water before it goes back to the sea; materials that do not harm the ocean.
Great Figures
The world's largest sailing yacht boasts impressive statistics. 417 feet long-longer than a football field. Three masts each as tall as a 20-story building.
Room for 18 guests and 40 crew members. A movie room that fits 25 people. Seven decks with different things to do.
Making History
The world's largest sailing yacht changed people's perceptions of what a boat could be. When the vessel launched from its building site, an entire bridge had to be moved. It heralded a new way to balance opulence with ocean sensitivity. Other yacht builders would do well to follow its lead.
Fun Things to Do
There is never a dull moment in this luxurious yacht. While working out, one gets a view of the ocean from the gym. Chefs concoct anything inspired by any place the yacht has visited. The helicopter whisks guests to any nearby destination.
Days can be playful with water toys such as jet skis. At night, the deck is a party place under the stars.
References
- BOAT International - Koru: Specifications and Performance Metrics
- SuperYachtFan - Construction and Design of Jeff Bezos Koru Yacht
- Elite Traveler - Details on the Support Vessel Abeona
This article was published on January 30, 2025.
I have over ten years of experience in luxury yacht charters. I focus on creating amazing sailing experiences along the Turkish Riviera. As the CEO of De Yachting since 2010, I have managed many successful charters. I know Turkey's most beautiful coastal spots very well.
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