Topaz
Price: US $527 million
Length: 483 feet
Guests: 64
Crew: up to 85
Builder: Lürssen Yachts
Want a taste of Leonardo DiCaprio’s life? Now you can have it by chartering the $527 million Topaz, the megayacht that Beach star DiCaprio partied on while attending the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Alongside its massive party deck and expansive pool, the yacht has its own lift, cinema and conference hall – the perfect place to finalise those all-important movie contracts.
Top tip: Follow in Leo’s footsteps and bring some friends on board for the ultimate pool party, or watch some DiCaprio classics in the on-board cinema.
Eclipse
Price: US $475 million
Length: 533 feet
Guests: 36
Crew: up to 92
Builder: Blohm + Voss
Ranked as the world’s biggest private superyacht until April 2013 – when it was knocked off the top spot by the 590-foot Azzam – Eclipse is the multi-million-dollar plaything of Russian entrepreneur and investor Roman Abramovich. With seasonal charter rates available on request, the vessel can accommodate a staggering 92 staff across its five decks, which include amenities ranging from swimming pools and helipads to a dedicated spa and private disco.
Top tip: As the biggest yacht available for charter, make full use of the sprawling deck and take some time by the 16-metre swimming pool.
The Serene
Price: US $330 million
Length: 436.3 feet
Guests: 24
Crew: up to 52
Builder: Fincantieri
If it’s good enough for Bill Gates, it’s good enough for you. The richest man in the world is currently shelling out US $5 million a week for the privilege of holidaying aboard The Serene, a 436-foot megayacht big enough to host 24 guests in optimum billionaire luxury. Notable features include two fully equipped gyms, a duo of helicopter landing pads and swimming platform with beach club.
Top tip: Grab yourself a bargain at low season, when rates drop as low as US $2.1 million a week.
Nirvana
Price: US $266 million
Length: 290 feet
Guests: 12
Crew: up to 27
Builder: Oceanco
If you really like the look of Nirvana, it could be yours. Listed at US $266 million, the 290-foot superyacht has been on sale through luxury yachting company Edmiston since early 2014 – and is yet to find a buyer. However, if you’d rather save the pennies, the megayacht is also available for charter. With interiors inspired by the tropical rainforest, the yacht’s expansive living/party area comes complete with two vivariums, while the crowning jewel of the vessel is the 150-square-metre master suite – situated just moments from a private massage room.
Top tip: Escape any bad weather by settling down for the evening in the on-board movie theatre.
Seven Seas
Price: US $200 million
Length: 281 feet
Guests: 12
Crew: up to 23
Builder: Oceanco
Owned by award-winning director Steven Spielberg, the Seven Seas features a helipad, gym and private deck with Jacuzzi. Of course, no yacht owned by a top-flight film director is complete without a cinema – and, naturally, Spielberg’s yacht has one of the biggest and best. If you are looking to get off-deck and go exploring, the vessel also boasts a wide array of waterborne toys – from jet skis to a 9.2-metre open top sports boat.
Top tip: Jump on board early and reserve yourself the expansive VIP stateroom, complete with full amenities and the latest entertainment systems.
Quatroelle
Price: Undisclosed
Length: 282 feet
Guests: 12
Crew: up to 29
Builder: Lürssen Yachts
Delivered to her owner in 2013, Quatroelle comfortably accommodates 12 guests across six spacious suites, while an eight-person spa pool, on-board dive station and garage stocked to the brim with jet skis are designed to keep everyone busy. Boasting six decks, there is even a salon, cinema and art gallery on board. The damage? US $1.33 million a week.
Top tip: Take some down time in the private bar and while away a couple of hours over an expertly prepared cocktail.
