YachtBuyer reviews the largest yachts for sale, ranked by gross tonnage - the metric that best captures how much yacht a buyer is actually getting.
As yacht design has evolved, wider beams, taller superstructures, and increased deck volume have delivered far more usable space without a corresponding increase in length. For buyers, this means two yachts that appear comparable in traditional Top 100 length rankings can offer very different onboard experiences in terms of accommodation, amenities, circulation, and crew capability. Gross tonnage captures those differences, measuring the internal volume that directly affects how a yacht lives, operates, and holds value.
This is why YachtBuyer’s YB100 ranks the world’s biggest yachts by gross tonnage rather than length alone, providing a clearer, more buyer-relevant view of true scale. Several yachts featured in this article appear in the YB100, underlining how volume, not headline length, increasingly defines the upper tier of the brokerage market.
Visit YachtBuyer's guide to the world’s biggest yachts to find out more about why gross tonnage, not length, provides the clearest picture of scale.
Here are the yachts that define the upper end of the market by volume...
Guests
18
Cabins
9
Crew
51
Delivered in 2010 and refitted in 2016, the 114.2m Luna stands as one of the most imposing expedition yachts on the brokerage market, with a gross tonnage of 5,655 GT placing her firmly among the world’s most voluminous private yachts. Built by Lloyd Werft with an ice-class steel hull, she was conceived for long-range cruising without sacrificing onboard comfort. Her exterior, developed by Newcruise, is deliberately tough in character, defined by a plumb bow and expansive aft decks, while Donald Starkey’s interiors introduce calm, natural finishes and increased headroom throughout. Highlights include an oversized aft swimming pool, a spa-centered beach club with fold-down shell doors, and two helipads. Spread across six decks, the yacht accommodates 18 guests in nine cabins, supported by an impressive crew of 51, reinforcing her scale as a true expedition flagship.
Luna is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €200,000,000.
Guests
24
Cabins
12
Crew
46
Delivered by Lürssen in 2003 and extensively updated through a 2025 refit, the 115m Pelorus remains one of the most recognizable large yachts on the brokerage market. With a gross tonnage of 5,403 GT, her scale is driven as much by internal volume as by length, spread across six full decks. Tim Heywood’s exterior design is defined by a high sheer line and distinctive armor-belt profile, giving Pelorus a powerful stance on the water, while Terence Disdale’s interiors favor an informal, villa-style atmosphere built around natural materials. Notable features include multiple sea terraces cut into the hull, a vast open transom forming a sea-level platform, two upper deck swimming pools, and a private owner’s deck. Accommodation is arranged for up to 24 guests, supported by a large professional crew.
Pelorus is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €160,000,000.
Guests
34
Cabins
12
Crew
36
Conceived from the outset to carry more than the standard 12 guests, the 100.8m I Dynasty is defined by the Passenger Yacht Code as much as by her size. Delivered by Kusch Yachts in 2015 and refitted in 2025, she was engineered to meet PYC and full MCA compliance, unlocking a guest-certified layout that scales to 34 while still reading as a private yacht. The A Group’s exterior is crisp and contemporary, marked by structural glass and signature “shark fin” windbreaks that enable floor-to-ceiling windows across the main decks. Inside the Kusch yacht, Massari Design leans into warm woods, formal detailing, and statement features such as the open staircase and chandelier. With 4,437 GT of volume, I Dynasty also carries serious lifestyle infrastructure, including a salt-water pool, dedicated dive center, skylounge entertainment spaces, and a wellness-focused sun deck with sauna and gym.
I Dynasty is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €240,000,000.
Guests
16
Cabins
8
Crew
32
Designed with restraint and technical refinement at its core, the 99.95m Moonrise represents Feadship’s modern approach to large-yacht construction. Delivered in 2020 and lightly updated in 2022, she was among the most significant Dutch builds of her time, pairing a substantial 3,945 GT volume with unusually low noise and vibration levels. Naval architecture and exterior lines by De Voogt give Moonrise a crisp, contemporary profile, marked by a vertical bow, long hull glazing, and a glass-clad superstructure. Inside, Rémi Tessier created a calm, architectural interior that emphasizes light, proportion, and clarity of space. Key features include a foredeck helicopter landing area, a generous beach club with wellness facilities, and a sundeck pool. Accommodation is arranged for 16 guests, supported by a crew of 32, reinforcing her role as a refined long-range flagship.
Moonrise is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €325,000,000.
Guests
16
Cabins
8
Crew
34
Benetti’s 107m Mar is a rare example of a modern gigayacht created entirely in-house, with the yard responsible for naval architecture, exterior styling, and interior design. Delivered in 2020 and updated in 2021, she carries 3,891 GT across five decks, with a strong emphasis on high ceilings, natural light, and meticulous detailing throughout. Interiors are defined by 2.7m headroom in the main areas and an Italian materials palette centered on leather, marble, and finely worked woods, supported by extensive glazing. The layout is equally lifestyle-driven, with a touch-and-go helipad, a winter garden, cinema room, and a beach club built around a hammam-style spa and gym, framed by fold-down sea terraces. Accommodation on board the Benetti yacht is for 16 guests in eight cabins, led by a full-beam master with terraces on both sides, supported by a crew of 34.
Mar is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €195,000,000.
Guests
24
Cabins
12
Crew
29
Elements is the sort of yacht where the detailing tells you as much as the dimensions. Delivered in 2018 by Yachtley, she carries 2,950 GT across four decks, with exterior design by Alpha Marine and interiors by Cristiano Gatto that lean heavily on craft, pattern, and material choice. A defining feature is the extensive stonework: slabs selected one by one over months, then water-jet cut into intricate inlays that run through floors, counters, and wall panels. The layout is equally ambitious for an 80m platform, with an owner’s deck, a central atrium lobby wrapped around a glass elevator, and accommodation for 24 guests across 12 cabins under SOLAS standards. Outdoor living is anchored by a beach club and large swim platform, while wellness spaces include a gym and spa, supported by a helideck and strong long-range credentials for a yacht of this volume.
Elements is on the market with Camper & Nicholsons International and is currently asking €112,000,000.
Guests
16
Cabins
8
Crew
27
Lady Lara was conceived as a deeply personal yacht, and that focus on privacy and refinement still defines her today. Delivered by Lürssen in 2015 and refreshed through a substantial 2022–2023 refit, she carries 2,945 GT across four decks, wrapped in Reymond Langton Design’s sculptural exterior and interior styling. The design is notable for how thoroughly functional elements are concealed, leaving a clean, flowing profile with softly carved superstructure lines. Inside, the palette centers on pale sycamore, white onyx, and reflective finishes, punctuated by carefully placed art and blue accents. Guest spaces are organized around lifestyle and wellness, with a large beach club linked directly to a spa complex, dual swimming pools, and flexible entertainment areas that can shift from relaxed daytime use to evening events. Accommodation is for 16 guests, led by a full owner’s deck with private terraces and spa facilities.
Lady Lara is on the market with Y.CO and is currently asking €230,000,000.
Guests
14
Cabins
7
Crew
31
Luna was conceived around a single, uncompromising idea - privacy without sacrificing light. Delivered by Oceanco in 2018 and refreshed again in 2024, the 90m yacht is instantly recognizable for her dark, glass-heavy exterior conceived by Luiz de Basto, with nearly 400 square meters of curved glazing wrapping the superstructure. That glass defines life on board, shaping interiors by Nuvolari Lenard that lean on pale timbers, textured fabrics, and nature-led motifs rather than traditional high-gloss finishes. Circulation centers on a sculptural stair and glass elevator, while social life gravitates to a dramatic waterfall pool that spills from upper deck to main deck below. Accommodation is arranged for 14 guests, led by a fully private owner’s deck with its own spa pool. A large beach club, wellness suite, and 20-knot performance place Luna firmly in the modern, lifestyle-driven end of the large-yacht market.
Luna is on the market with Large Yacht Corporation and is currently asking €218,000,000.
Guests
14
Cabins
7
Crew
27
Energy was conceived as a private home at sea, scaled up to full-custom Amels proportions. Delivered in 2022, the 77.8m yacht pairs Espen Øino’s privacy-led exterior with a richly detailed interior by Zuretti that favors warmth over minimalism. With an internal volume of 2,885 GT, space is distributed across four decks with a clear emphasis on owner and guest use rather than expedition styling. The upper deck pool, sun-deck helipad capability, and beach club with bar anchor life outdoors, while inside the tone shifts to sycamore, stone, bronze, and Asian-influenced detailing. A dedicated wellness level, music lounge with Steinway baby grand, and generous ceiling heights reinforce the residential feel. Accommodation is arranged for 14 guests, led by a substantial owner’s deck that remains largely hidden from view, underscoring Energy’s discreet, owner-focused brief.
Energy is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €185,000,000.
Guests
12
Cabins
6
Crew
19
Project Master is a large-scale expedition conversion built on the robust platform of the 2001 Kleven offshore rescue vessel Havila Tigris, now undergoing a full transformation at Icon Yachts ahead of 2027 delivery. At 2,801 GT and with an 18.4m beam, her volume reflects commercial-grade proportions rarely seen at this length. Espen Øino’s exterior redesign introduces a 4m stern extension, a certified helideck, and reworked deck spaces arranged for both exploration and guest use. A Voith Schneider propulsion system enhances maneuverability, supporting a 6,700nm range at 10 knots. Inside, Winch Design has structured the interiors around layered ocean-inspired tones, with a 135sqm owner’s deck, six guest cabins for 12, wellness facilities, and dedicated expedition preparation areas.
Project Master is listed for sale on YachtBuyer and is currently asking €99,500,000
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