Battle of the billionaire yachts: Inside the most lavish boats owned by top moguls, celebrities and heiresses
That's right, from sleek sailing vessels to floating mega-mansions complete with helipads and onboard pools, the superyacht has become the ultimate billionaire playground.
Take Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, 61, for example - he owns an astounding 417-foot water vessel, called Koru, worth a whopping $500 million.
The billionaire tech mogul is often seen vacationing in Europe with his now wife Lauren Sanchez, 55, on the expansive boat.
Koru is a special place for this couple as it was where the billionaire proposed to the former journalist in 2023.
But he's not the only wealthy star to spend a fortune on a big boat.
Here, FEMAIL has put together a list of the most lavish yachts owned by sports stars, heiresses, entrepreneurs and filmmakers.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' $500 million superyacht
Amazon founder Bezos bought Koru in 2018, and it is named after the Maori word for 'new beginnings.'
The boat comes complete with three decks, a pool, a helipad, three Jacuzzis, and a sun terrace - perfect for the 18 guests it can accommodate.
It is the world's tallest sailboat with masts measuring 230 feet.
There is also a wooden figurehead that bears a striking resemblance to Sanchez, though the former journalist insists it was modeled after the Norse Goddess Freyja.
Koru was built by Oceanco, with exterior design by Dutch firm Dykstra Naval Architects, and naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects and Lateral Naval Architects, per Architectural Digest.
Bezos - who is worth $226 billion - is reportedly charged an estimated $25 million a year to staff and operate Koru.
Koru's dedicated support vessel Abeona, which cost $75 million, is similarly impressive.
The accompanying boat has 246 feet of storage for the tycoon's helicopter, jet skis, and luxury cars.
DreamWorks founder David Geffen's $590 million yacht
Rising Sun is a 454-foot-long motor yacht owned by DreamWorks founder David Geffen, 82.
The $590 million yacht was designed by Jon Bannenberg, built in 2004 by Germany 's Lurssen, and last refitted in 2007.
It was initially built for the co-founder of Oracle Corporation, Larry Ellison, and is considered to be one of the largest yachts in the world, per SuperYacht Fan.
David - who is worth roughly $8 to $9 million - has owned the massive boat since 2010 after only buying a half share initially in late 2006.
The superyacht can accommodate 16 guests and has a gym, basketball court, wine cellar, helicopter pad and movie theater amongst its 82 rooms.
David often has a star-studded list of celebrities on board including Leonardo DiCaprio, Bruce Springsteen, Gayle King, Julia Roberts, Maria Shriver, Oprah Winfrey, and Orlando Bloom to name a few.
Geffen and his crew self-isolated in the Grenadines on Rising Sun during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg $250 million yacht
The 357-foot superyacht, which was built in the Netherlands by luxury firm Oceanco in 2022, can carry 14 guests in its seven cabins as well as 30 staff across another 15 cabins
Steven Spielberg, 78, and his wife Kate Capshaw are often seen enjoying their $250 million yacht Seven Seas.
The 357-foot superyacht, which was built in the Netherlands by luxury firm Oceanco in 2022, can carry 14 guests in its seven cabins as well as 30 staff across another 15 cabins.
The famous filmmaker - whose net worth is $5.3 billion - called the yacht Seven Seas after he sold his decade-old 282-foot yacht with the same name in 2021.
He also chose the name in honor of his seven children, per SuperYacht Fan.
Seven Seas, which was designed by Sinon Yacht Architecture & Design, boasts a large pool at the rear, a spa pool on the deck, and a crew of 30.
There are some reports it also has a helicopter landing pad at the front.
The megayacht is powered by twin MTU 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines that can produce 4,813 HP each and propel the vessel to 20 knots, according to Robb Report.
Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie's $300 million yacht
Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, 74 - who is worth $15 billion and is the youngest daughter of co-founder James - owns Kaos, a $300 million yacht.
Her yacht, originally named Jubilee, underwent a lavish transformation by designer Sam Sorgiovanni.
The designer blended Arabian and European aesthetics with extravagant touches such as Crystal Caviar insets, silk carpets, and Iranian white onyx.
After its completion in 2022, Kaos was not only marked Oceanco's biggest build ever but also the largest yacht ever built in the Netherlands - and the largest such vessel to be woman-owned.
Designed to accommodate up to 31 guests, Kaos boasts a private owner's deck, a sprawling 135-square-meter main saloon, and an array of amenities.
The 1453-square-foot main saloon is a regal space equipped with a large television and royal seating.
Luxury amenities include a helipad, 12-seat cinema, Turkish steam bath and gym.
Kaos also features an additional crew gym and a small hospital, underscoring its status as a beacon of luxury and innovation on the seas.
One of the four-decker ship's main highlights is its massive swimming pool, surrounded by additional seating and is elevated above the superyacht beach club.
Inside the opulent beach club sits an aquarium that offers a captivating view into the pool above.
The grandiose ship also features an upscale room named The London Bar, complete with smoke machines, DJ booth, and water wall chandelier.
Under Nancy's ownership, the vessel has become a striking symbol of progress and empowerment, sharply contrasting its history under Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani.
The previous owner reportedly reserved certain spaces — such as men's quarters or meeting rooms for the Emir's entourage — as off-limits to women, embodying a traditional and hierarchical approach to luxury.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million yacht
In 2024, Mark Zuckerberg, 41 - who is worth $242 billion - bought himself a $300 million yacht as a 'birthday present' for himself.
His 387-foot-long yacht is thought to have not only its own aircraft hangar but also a support boat, called the Wingman, costing an estimated $30 million.
The main vessel, called Launchpad, was constructed at the Feadship shipyard in the Netherlands in 2022, and can accommodate 24 guests as well as 48 crew members.
It features include a beach club area, beauty center, cinema and helicopter.
The Meta CEO's luxury ship's sleek exterior was designed by Espen Øino International and has a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure, according to SuperYacht Times.
It is reportedly the 45th largest yacht in the world, per Page Six.
The interiors were reportedly designed by Zuretti Interior Design company, a France-based company specializing in unique and custom yacht design.
There are multiple levels for sunbathing and indoor spaces with glass paneling allowing for floods of natural light.
NBA star Michael Jordan's $115 million yacht
The 244-foot long ship, purchased by Michael in 2022, is said to accommodate 12 guests with 8 cabins and 24 crew, with an estimated annual running cost of $10 million
Basketball star Michael Jordan, who is worth an estimated $3.5 billion, owns a yacht called 'M'BRACE' which is valued at a staggering $115 million.
The 244-foot long ship, purchased by Michael in 2022, is said to accommodate 12 guests with eight cabins and 24 crew, with an estimated annual running cost of $10 million.
The boat, which was first owned by Britain's Sir Lloyd Marshall Dorfman, was built in 2018 by Abeking & Rasmussen.
It has a distinctive Atlantic Bow and has its very own pool onboard.
Michael, 62, also owns a smaller yacht called Joy which cost $80 million.
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