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Guests
26
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Cabins
13
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Crew
63
| Length | GT | Built (REFIT) |
|---|---|---|
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126.2m
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9,932 GT | 2003 (2024) |
| Beam | Draft | Top Speed |
| 21m | 5.76m | 19 Kts |
Delivered in 2003, Octopus is a 126.2m expedition yacht built by German shipyard Lurssen. The yacht's exteriors have been penned by Espen Oeino, while Jonathan Quinn Barnett has designed her interiors.
Key Features
- “Go anywhere” global explorer yacht with 1A Ice-classed accredited hull
- Dedicated dive centre with hyperbaric chamber
- Vast entertainment facilities including a basket ball court, spa, library and gym
- Accommodates up to 26 guests across 13 cabins
- Flooding dock for tender and submersible manoeuvres
- Full owners deck boasting a private bar, jacuzzi and al fresco dining area
- Huge tender, toy and submersible storage capacity
- Open air glass-bottomed swimming pool
- Incredible range of 12,500 nautical miles
Design & Construction
Designed around a displacement ice class steel hull and superstructure she features a 21m beam and a 5.76m draft. The yacht is built over 8 decks with an internal volume of 9,932 GT (Gross Tonnes). The design also incorporates a heli-pad.
Construction started in early 2001. The yacht was designed and constructed in compliance with the Lloyds Register technical standards. Launched in January 2003 this yacht undertook sea trials over the following months. She was delivered to her owners in December 2003.
Exterior Design
The exterior design of the yacht Octopus is both functional and imposing. Her navy-blue hull and towering decks create a strong visual presence. The yacht features a robust explorer profile so she is capable of navigating through diverse environments.
Octopus is equipped with two helipads: the aft helideck can be used for commercial purposes, and the foredeck helipad is designated for touch-and-go operations. These helipads are complemented by a helicopter hangar that provides climate-controlled storage for aircraft, including a Sikorsky 76 and/or a Eurocopter EC145.
One of the distinctive features is the 36m (118ft) internal wet dock. This area houses the main tenders, which are launched through a sizable transom door. The dock also contains a variety of other tenders and watercraft, such as a custom Vikal limousine tender and several Zodiac boats, each stored in dedicated garages.
The yacht's hull design includes a tapered, rounded keel that transitions to a fine entry at the bow, optimizing stability and performance. The aft deck is expansive and functional, accommodating various activities and equipment. For entertainment, the yacht includes an outdoor area with a heated freshwater swimming pool featuring a retractable glass floor, converting the space into an entertainment area as needed.
Interior Design
The interior design of Octopus emphasizes functionality and comfort while incorporating high-quality materials and a range of amenities. The interior spaces are designed with neutral colors and extensive use of bee's wing-figured eucalyptus wood paneling, which provides a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Several lounges and salons are available for guests. Forward of the central staircase is a gentleman's library and lounge featuring a fireplace and a chess table. This area opens to the 'Musashi' wine bar and an impressive observation lounge/dining area with two circular tables, each accommodating six guests, and offering panoramic views forward.
The entertainment deck includes a 15-seat cinema equipped with a Sony PlayStation 5 and a Microsoft Xbox One. This deck also houses a well-equipped gym featuring a Technogym treadmill, bike, Skillrow rowing machine, Kinesis fitness wall, and a Cybex leg press machine. Additionally, the deck offers a smoothie bar, a table-tennis table, hair and massage salons, and a grand library with an ethanol fireplace.
A modern bar/lounge has replaced the former recording studio. The new bar area features guitars hanging from the original wall mounts and a grand piano. The space has been updated with bleached oak flooring that matches the weathered teak deck outside. The vocal booth now functions as a DJ booth, maintaining the soundproofing for optimal entertainment purposes. The area is equipped with a new sound system and outdoor lighting.
The wine bar, situated in the former formal dining room, features a backlit ceiling with scenes from Paul Allen's 2015 shipwreck dive to the WWII battleship Musashi. Adjacent to this area is the guest observation lounge, which features two large sofas that provide excellent views over the bow.
Accommodation
The yacht Octopus, built by Lurssen, offers accommodation for up to 13 guests, including one cabin that can be used by a doctor if required. The yacht features a total of 12 cabins, each designed to provide a high level of comfort and privacy.
The master suite is a full-beam accommodation located on Deck 8. It features a king-size bed oriented aft, and includes his and hers ensuite bathrooms with skylights. The suite also has a large dressing room and a private observation lounge accessible only from the master suite. Additionally, the master suite benefits from a private deck aft with dining and seating options, as well as a jacuzzi and al fresco dining area shaded by a large awning. A dedicated elevator provides direct access to decks 4 through 7.
The full-beam VIP suite is located forward and includes a king-size bed. This suite also offers a lounge area, a dining area with a pantry, a day head, and a vast ensuite bathroom featuring a bath and a large rain shower with jets.
Additional Cabins
- One VIP cabin with a king-size bed and an ensuite bathroom, adjoining a double bedroom.
- Cabins with queen-size beds and ensuite bathrooms.
- Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms, each featuring twin beds.
- A twin cabin with a separate bedroom that includes a single bed, a sofa, and an ensuite bathroom. This cabin can accommodate children or a nanny, up to three guests in total.
- Double cabins with queen-size beds, each with a sofa/daybed and an ensuite bathroom.
All guest cabins are installed with underfloor heating in the ensuite bathrooms and Apple TV systems. The master and VIP cabins feature 55" TVs, while other guest cabins and communal areas are fitted with 48" TVs. The approximate headroom throughout is 2.35m (7.7ft), with some areas extending up to 2.5m (8.8ft).
Octopus is manned by a crew of 42, ensuring that every need of the guests is met with efficiency and professionalism. Additional staff, such as occasional workers, can also be accommodated in the guest cabins on Deck 3 or in the crew quarters as needed.
Performance & Capabilities
Octopus is equipped with eight MTU 16V 4000 M50 diesel engines, each delivering 1840 kW. This engine setup provides the yacht with a reliable and powerful performance, suitable for long voyages and challenging marine conditions.
Octopus can reach a top speed of 19 knots and cruises comfortably at 12.5 knots. These speeds are achieved efficiently, with a fuel consumption rate of 1000 litres per hour. Octopus boasts an impressive range, capable of covering 12,500 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12.5 knots and 7,100 nautical miles at 19 knots.
Octopus is fitted with advanced stabilizers to enhance onboard comfort by reducing roll. This feature is particularly beneficial during rough sea conditions, ensuring a smoother and more stable experience for guests and crew.
Equipped with a Dynamic Positioning System, Octopus can automatically maintain its position using its propellers and thrusters. This system is highly beneficial during operations such as tender launches, diving expeditions, or when docking in challenging environments.
The yacht includes an array of auxiliary vessels, such as the 18.10m Delta 54' tender powered by twin Volvo Penta inboard engines with IPS propulsion, and the 9.34m custom Vikal International Limousine Tender with 2x260hp engines. Additionally, there are various Zodiac tenders equipped with both inboard and outboard engines, supporting a wide range of water activities and expeditions.
Tenders
The Octopus stands out with its unique floodable garage. This ingenious feature allows the yacht to carry an array of toys and tenders, including a helicopter, a submarine, and a floatplane, all in a concealed manner. The floodable garage, situated on the yacht's centerline, forms one very long and tall compartment that can be filled with water to launch or retrieve the stored vessels.
Member of the World's Biggest Yachts Club
This yacht is proudly ranked at 14 in the YB100, our exclusive list of the World's Biggest Yachts by Gross Tonnage. It has held this distinguished position for 4 years, showcasing its unmatched true size.
This yacht also entered the traditional Top 100 Longest Yachts in 2011 at 10 and is now ranked 26, holding a spot in the table for 13 years, 8 months due to its extraordinary length.
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