The current position of OCTOPUS is at North West Atlantic Ocean reported 3 days ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to IS REYKJAVIC , sailing at a speed of 10.4 knots and expected to arrive there on Sep 15, 23:36 . The vessel OCTOPUS (IMO 1007213, MMSI 319866000) is a Yacht built in 2003 (21 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Cayman Islands .
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126m Octopus Yacht Sold, Asking Price, and New Owners Plans
The renowned Octopus yacht sold earlier this week, an iconic Lürssen explorer yacht measuring 126.2 meters. Camper & Nicholsons recently added her to its charter fleet after she was listed by Fraser & Burgess. She will be chartered for the first time since her launch in January 2022, following winter at the yard. Her owner will offer guests the chance to travel the world with her for two years.
According to the last known information, Octopus had an asking price of €235,000,000.
The German shipyard Lürssen built the superyacht Octopus in 2003. Having been designed by Espen Øino , she was hailed as the first superyacht of its kind, a true ocean explorer with a 12,500 nautical mile range when she was launched. Even today, she remains the world’s largest explorer superyacht.
As one might expect, Octopus has it all, including two helicopters, which have a dedicated hangar on deck, a float-in tender bag at her stern accomodating a 1.9-mile range ROV, and a Hinckley tender called Man of War II.
In addition, she carries a Pagoo submarine that can accommodate up to eight guests and two crew members for up to eight hours. Scuba diving enthusiasts can also use the hyperbaric chamber at Octopus’ dive center. In addition to the large pool, there is an endless number of dining, lounging, and sunbathing spots on the deck, a place to enjoy every aspect of life onboard.
The 26 guests onboard this yacht enjoy unparalleled privacy as they enjoy the luxury spread across her eight decks. Over the years, the details of the superyacht’s interior have remained extremely private, though a glimpse of them was captured in a video about the vessel released in 2019, shortly after she went on the market.
She has been extremely well cared for over the years, undergoing extensive maintenance every five years to ensure she is always in pristine condition. Blohm+Voss completed the most recent refurbishment in 2019.
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OCTOPUS YACHT CHARTER
126.2m / 414'1 lurssen 2003 / 2024.
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Cabin Configuration
Special Features:
Stunning interiors with 13 guest suites
Vast owner's deck, including bar, jacuzzi, alfresco dining area and private elevator
Large aft swimming pool with loungers and full cocktail bar
Cinema suite, library, sports bar and music studio
Superb wellness amenities, including Hammam
Glass-bottomed observation lounge
Personal submarine
Dive centre with hyperbaric chamber
12,500nm range
With a range of 12,500nm, Octopus is ideal for the adventurous at heart
The 126.2m/414'1" 'Octopus' expedition yacht built by the German shipyard Lurssen is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 13 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett.
Explorer yacht Octopus is the ultimate vessel for exploring far-flung corners of the globe, and whether you're traversing the tropics or the poles, you'll be in capable hands. With a wealth of spectacular onboard social and dining options coupled with charter-rich amenities and a highly-attentive crew, you'll be in seventh heaven on a luxury charter aboard this phenomenal yacht. She has sensational features such as a helipad, spa, elevator, underwater lights, beach club and gym.
Guest Accommodation
Octopus offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 13 suites comprising a master suite and twelve double cabins.
The spacious full-beam master suite features a sitting area, twin bathroom, and a private lounge with Fritz Hansen Egg chairs facing floor-to-ceiling windows. The suite also includes a master observation lounge and a private dining deck that seats six guests, perfect for intimate gatherings. The private deck space offers an elevated circular hot tub and whirlpool set within a teak surround, a bar, and additional banquette seating.
A crew of 45, who specialize in creating exceptional charters, are on hand to provide guests with a yacht charter vacation to remember.
Onboard Comfort & Entertainment
Staying comfortable and entertained on Octopus is easy with its wide range of amenities. Celebrate in style on the dance floor, or unwind in the dedicated movie theater after a day on the water. Relax in the sauna, indulge in the spa, or challenge a friend to a game of table tennis. The swimming pool is perfect for exercise and the beach club offers indoor-outdoor living, while the well-equipped gym helps you maintain your fitness routine, with Hammam facilities to aid with recovery. For a relaxing soak, enjoy the deck Jacuzzi with amazing views.
Musically inclined guests will find the bridge deck studio a highlight aboard. A selection of instruments, including guitars and a piano, awaits their use. Vetra armchairs with footrests offer comfort and relaxation, complemented by a well-placed bar and a large cream leather sofa that adds to the inviting atmosphere of this unique space.
A stylish space for cocktails and conversation is found in the Sports Bar. Embracing a dark wood and leather aesthetic, the well-stocked bar is attended by a mixology-trained crew. Comfortable leather bar stools and banquette seating create a convivial atmosphere for pre-dinner drinks or late-night conversation.
The Library offers an intimate setting with Draga & Aurel tufted leather armchairs and a large sofa nestled in front of a fireplace. Ambient lighting and wood-paneled walls with library shelves create a calm and relaxed space for literary indulgence. Adjacent is the Musashi Bar, featuring an impressive wine collection displayed behind a stylish backlit bar. The bar area includes Molteni Chelsea armchairs, occasional tables, and sofa seating, providing a comfortable setting for guest gatherings.
Octopus integrates impressive features to enhance your charter experience, with a particular highlight being the underwater observation lounge. In this intimate, comfortable space with deep sofas and ambient lighting, you can fully engage with marine life through the unique underwater observation window. Other amenities include an elevator for convenient access to all parts of the yacht and a helipad for easy transfers. Stay connected with satellite communications and on-board Wi-Fi. Underwater lights make evenings magical, and air conditioning ensures complete comfort throughout your charter of Octopus.
Performance & Range
Built with a steel hull and steel superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by 8 x MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 19 knots with a range of up to 12,500 nautical miles from her 1,034,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.
Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy endless days of fun on the water with the exceptional collection of water toys and accessories aboard Octopus. The principal among these are Triton 3300 submarines for exploring amazing marine life. Take to the sea on a jet ski offering you an exhilarating ride on the water. Guests can experience the thrill and adventure of riding one of the four Yamaha FX140 WaveRunners. Octopus also features towable toys, waterskis, a kite surfer, kayaks, windsurfers, and much more. When it comes to tenders, Octopus has you covered - with five tenders, including an 18.1m/59'5" Delta Powerboats tender.
Book your next the South Pacific luxury yacht charter aboard Octopus this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in Antarctica.
This ocean-going luxury charter expedition yacht carries up to 45 professional crew who will cater to your every need.
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Length
126.2m / 414'1
Beam
21m / 68'11
Draft
5.76m / 18'11
Gross Tonnage
9,932 GT
Cruising Speed
12.5 Knots
Built
| (Refitted)
Builder
Lurssen
Model
Custom
Exterior Designer
Espen Oeino
Interior Design
Jonathan Quinn Barnett
Amenities & Entertainment
For your relaxation and entertainment Octopus has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.
Octopus is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:
1 x 18.1m / 59'5 Delta Powerboats 54' Tender
1 x 9.34m / 30'8 Vikal Custom Limo Tender with 2 x 260 HP engines
2 x 8.7m / 28'7 Zodiac Custom Tender
2 x 5.8m / 19' Zodiac Milpro MK-V Tender Volvo 70 HP engine
1 x 4.7m / 15'5 Zodiac RIB
For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.
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'Octopus' Charter Rates & Destinations
Summer Season
May - September
$2,200,000 p/week + expenses
High Season
Cruising Regions
South Pacific French Polynesia, Tahiti
Winter Season
October - April
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Paul Allen's 414-foot superyacht is for sale for $325 million. Take a look at the late Microsoft cofounder's yacht, which has 2 helipads and a glass-bottomed underwater lounge.
Paul Allen's former 414-foot superyacht is for sale for 295 million euros , or about $325 million, yacht brokerage Burgess told Business Insider.
The Lürssen-built yacht, Octopus , has eight decks, an elevator, a cinema, two helipads, and a glass-bottomed underwater observation lounge.
The yacht, which Allen reportedly paid about $200 million to have built, has been spotted cruising all around the world in places like Cannes , Hong Kong , Argentina, the Philippines, and even Antarctica .
The late Microsoft cofounder was known to throw lavish themed parties on board that were attended by A-listers including George Lucas , Mick Jagger, Karlie Kloss , and Chloe Sevigny.
Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories .
A superyacht that belonged to late Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen has hit the market for 295 million euros, or about $325 million, yacht brokerage Burgess told Business Insider.
The 414-foot yacht, Octopus, has eight decks, an elevator, a cinema, two helipads, and a glass-bottomed underwater observation lounge. Allen reportedly paid about $200 million to have the superyacht built by Lürssen. It was officially launched in 2003.
Allen was known for hosting star-studded parties on his yacht during the Cannes International Film Festival in France. Guests have reportedly included George Lucas, Mick Jagger, Karlie Kloss, and Chloe Sevigny.
The vessel is one of several assets the late billionaire's estate has put up for sale since his death, including a $110 million Beverly Hills property and a MiG-29 fighter jet.
Take a look at Allen's superyacht and the places it's cruised, from Cannes and London to Argentina and Hong Kong.
Paul Allen's superyacht, Octopus, has hit the market for 295 million euros, or about $325 million.
The Microsoft cofounder, who died in October 2018 , reportedly paid about $200 million to have the superyacht built by Lürssen.
The 414-foot yacht, which was built in 2003 and refitted in 2019, has some truly lavish amenities spread out over its eight decks.
On its entertainment deck , the yacht has a cinema, gym, spa, and a basketball court.
It also comes with a glass-bottomed underwater observation lounge and a hyperbaric chamber.
On its dedicated owner's deck, Octopus has a private elevator, a private bar, a hot tub, and an al fresco dining area.
The yacht can sleep up to 26 guests across 13 cabins, as well as 63 crew members in 30 crew cabins.
The superyacht has plenty of room for toys. Octopus comes with two helipads and storage space for seven tenders, two submersibles, and a large SUV.
It comes with a Pagoo , a submarine that can accommodate eight guests and two crew for dives of up to eight hours.
Octopus is "one of the most well-traveled yachts in the global fleet," according to Burgess.
It's an ideal explorer yacht for those who want to travel to some of the world's most remote locations, according to the yacht brokerage firm.
The superyacht has been spotted all over the world, from the coast of Turkey ...
... to London, England ...
... to Hong Kong ...
... to southern Argentina.
According to Burgess, the superyacht has also traveled to Antarctica, the Philippines, and traversed the Northwest Passage.
Allen was known for throwing star-studded parties on board Octopus during the Cannes International Film Festival in France.
The exclusive parties had a different elaborate theme each year, from Bollywood to Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," as Raisa Bruner previously reported for Business Insider.
Guests reportedly included "Rolling Stones" frontman Mick Jagger, model Karlie Kloss, and Hollywood A-listers George Lucas, Mischa Barton, John C. Reilly, and Chloe Sevigny.
At the Bollywood-themed party in 2015, dancers performed musical dance numbers for the guests.
On va dire un groupe de #danse #indienne un peu particulier... Ils dansent sur la piscine recouverte pour la soirée... #Yacht #Octopus #PrivateParty #Cannes #Bilionnaire #Lifestyle #India #Bollywood A post shared by Céline Victoria Fotso (@celinefotso) on May 19, 2015 at 4:45am PDT May 19, 2015 at 4:45am PDT
For the "A Midsummer Night's Dream" party the next year, the yacht was transformed into an enchanted garden.
#enchantedgarden party aboard #myoctopus with a basketball hoop behind me and a #yellowsubmarine below and a helicopter in front! Thanks #paulallen for another incredible night aboard #octopus #cannesfilmfestival A post shared by DANIEL BENEDICT (@danielbenedict) on May 17, 2016 at 7:13am PDT May 17, 2016 at 7:13am PDT
Guests were given flower crowns and the vessel was decked out with floral arrangements and illuminated trees.
What a dreamy night thanks #PaulAllen for yet another spectacular evening. #octopus #superyacht #cannesfilmfestival #cannes2016 #festivaldecannes 🍾🍾🍾 thanks to @ivanbittonstylehouse @ivanbitton for styling me 💞💞 A post shared by Sheila Shah (@iamsheilashah) on May 16, 2016 at 8:20pm PDT May 16, 2016 at 8:20pm PDT
While performers were always brought on board, Allen was known to get onstage himself and rock out to some Led Zeppelin.
Paul Allen is really cool! Playing Led Zeppelin himself for guests on Octopus yacht A post shared by Vasily Klyukin (@vasilyklyukin) on May 17, 2016 at 6:56am PDT May 17, 2016 at 6:56am PDT
Allen's $325 million superyacht is among several sizable assets that have been put up for sale by the late billionaire's estate since his death.
The estate is also selling a $110 million plot of land in Beverly Hills that Allen owned for more than 20 years and his MiG-29 fighter jet.
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EXPEDITION SUPERYACHT M/Y OCTOPUS
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The M/Y Octopus superyacht is a trailblazer, redefining what an expedition yacht could be.
Now available for the first time for exclusive charter, she is the perfect luxury launchpad for extraordinary adventures.
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The Northwest Passage, the High Arctic, Antarctica, Papua New Guinea and Challenger Deep -EYOS and the yacht Octopus have a rich history. The EYOS team is proud to have contributed expertise, logistical support, or guidance in these challenging regions during her tenure as a groundbreaking expedition yacht. Now we’re here to help intrepid explorers take Octopus in interesting new directions. Where do you dream of going? What experiences do you imagine? EYOS has the expedition credentials to bring your ‘mission’ to life.
Commissioned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, M/Y Octopus was the largest private yacht ever when it launched in 2003. Today, she remains one of the largest private yachts in the world. Her size, however, is surpassed by the scale of her ambitions. Allen himself famously described her as “less a Bentley than a Range Rover,” because of the state-of-the-art equipment on board.
Now, her 2021 refit preserves her expedition bona fides. She boasts an ice class for polar exploring; two helipads and two helicopter garages. In her garage are 7 tenders including her powerful 54’ Delta ‘tender.’ Discover a fleet of boards, from wake and surfboards, to wind and kite surfers, even electric foil flight boards, for personal forays. And with a glass-bottom observation lounge, and a fully equipped dive center, including an ROV, make the undersea part of every expedition. Her beautiful interiors and superb amenities, with accommodations for up to 12 guests, dial up the quality of life aboard. A stylish new Beach Club opens to the sea. The bridge deck features a heated freshwater swimming pool with a retractable glass floor that raises to deck level for entertaining. Adjacent is a bar, spa pool and an open-air pizza oven.
The Octopus yacht has ranged widely. And now under private charter, she will explore the four corners of the world again.
Key Features of the Octopus Yacht
Arguably the most iconic & versatile megayacht in the world
Flexible accommodation for 12 guests in 13 cabins
Two helipads for remote exploration
Entertainment deck with gym, spa, cinema, library and observation lounge
Spectacular pool area with multiple bars and dining options
Eight decks with dedicated owner’s deck with private elevator
Dive centre and hyperbaric chamber
Unbeatable toy list including seven tenders, two helipads, a large SUV, electric foils and much more
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Former tender to Lürssen's 126m Octopus gets new life after refit
Very few boats have enjoyed the kind of following this former tender to Octopus has. Raphaël Montigneaux gets an early look at her recent refit...
As the world’s superyacht fleet ages, so refit activity increases – a trend that has also started to impact the boats that serve the mothership. Tenders, especially custom ones, are now being refitted in record numbers – and MARSS is a prime example. Previously known as Man-of-War and the main tender for 126 metre Octopus , this 18.8 metre Vikal , often photographed in the dry dock of its former mothership, is quasi-legendary. As a result, I was all ears when Cyril Le Sourd, co-founder of SPARK Marine Projects, told me that he was in the process of refitting her for one of his clients.
Le Sourd and his business partner Charles Dence recently opened shop in Monaco. “SPARK Marine Projects is a design office that carries out specialised projects in the superyacht sector, and more particularly for the design and development of custom tenders and chase boats and related products,” Dence says. MARSS , just delivered to her owner, is one of its biggest refit projects to date. Built by Vikal in the early 2000s, it is a one-off design by superyacht designer Sam Sorgiovanni , and the construction quality of this Australian yard offered the perfect basis for a refit.
SPARK Marine Projects saw it as an ideal candidate, neither too big nor too small, to fulfil the wishes of a client who wanted to have a multifunctional craft. “The objective for the owners was to find a boat that allows them to carry out several missions at once,” explains Le Sourd. “It had to be able to serve as a superyacht chase boat, security boat and also as a test and client demonstration platform for new onboard sensors and software.”
That’s because the client is Johannes Pinl, CEO and founder of MARSS, a Monaco-based software and technology company active in the defence and security sectors. MARSS has a division that provides long-range drone detection, tender tracking, surface monitoring and diver detection systems.
“The pedigree and superyacht thinking that went into the engineering and build of MARSS in her previous life as a tender for a much larger mothership appealed to us,” says Pinl. “Furthermore, we were looking for a practical and capable platform with which to demonstrate our long-range vessel security systems to clients.”
One of the refit’s biggest tasks was to remodel the outdoor spaces. The aft deck was scraped clean and Le Sourd designed a new 20-square-metre modular seating area. “The aft deck has been completely redesigned by integrating a new teak deck and by removing the aft bulwark and replacing it with two removable lockers,” he says. Made of carbon fibre, these lockers provide the base for a new bench that separates the bathing platform and the cockpit. Its reversible backrest allows guests to enjoy it from both sides. The refit also added a deck shower, bathing ladder, mooring points and a gangway to the aft sections.
In the cockpit, a second bench seat has replaced a bulky storage unit, which enclosed the access to the engine room. To remove this visual and physical barrier, the designers had the idea to lower the entire deck, which had the added benefit of giving the interior living room a direct sea view. A discreet hatch now provides access to the engine space. To complete the aft deck, two new custom tables were installed. It’s now a truly multifunctional space, which can be set up for dining, lounging or sunbathing.
The foredeck has also been fitted out with a sunpad. MARSS ’s full-beam design does not allow for easy access down side decks from front to back and vice versa. To address this, the refit team decided to enlarge the deck hatch over the owner’s cabin. With a sturdy ladder that unfolds immediately below, this modification has created a second emergency exit to meet current requirements and allow secure access for guests who wish to take advantage of the new sunbed without doing a balancing act.
Already punchy, the boat’s performance has been further optimised, with tweaks at the transom. “We removed an ineffective hull extension and replaced it with three Humphree interceptors,” Le Sourd says. “And in order to increase course stability and thus reduce the lateral movement of the waterjets, we have also added two vertical fins under the hull.” As a result, the boat now offers a better planing response, improved handling and a 10 to 15 per cent reduction in fuel consumption, he notes.
All the electronics on board have been upgraded, including the electrical panels and battery management systems. Additionally, a more efficient and compact Fusion system has replaced the original audiovisual system.
MARSS engineers have taken advantage of these upgrades to fit the boat with their latest security technology, transforming it into a floating showroom. The equipment on board includes cameras, radar, drone detection and a deployable sonar.
Comfort inside wasn’t forgotten in the extensive changes. From upholstery to carpets, the interior has been transformed, with the icing on the cake an adjustable coffee table in the saloon that turns into a giant touchscreen to take full advantage of and manage the NiDAR perimeter security system offered by MARSS.
This quasi-legendary, one-time tender to Octopus is now one of the most sophisticated boats on the water and a blueprint for the growing numbers of tenders getting life-extending refits.
First published in the November 2022 issue of BOAT International. Get this magazine sent straight to your door, or subscribe and never miss an issue.
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Octopus Yacht Uncovered: An Insider’s Look at the Luxury Yacht
Launched back in the year 2003, the Octopus yacht was built by famous shipyard Lurssen out of Germany. Lurssen has been behind numerous other superyachts such as Kismet and Dilbar and many more. The exterior design was handled by Espen Øino Naval Architects while the interior was handled by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett.
Who Owns the Octopus Yacht?
The Octopus yacht was owned by Paul Allen, the co-founder of Microsoft. In addition to being a private pleasure yacht for Allen, the Octopus has served a variety of purposes over the years thanks to him loaning it out. It has served as an exploration vessel, been used for scientific research and has even seen use as a rescue vessel.
Allen died in 2018 and at that time the yacht underwent a refit at Blohm + Voss. In 2019 it was put on sale for a price of €295 million. The price was dropped by about 60 million and in 2021 it was picked up by an anonymous buyer. However, the anonymity didn’t last long and it was later revealed that Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson.
How Big is the Octopus Motor Yacht?
The Octopus more than qualifies as a superyacht coming in at an incredible 126.2 meters or 414 feet. While the largest yachts in the world are over 500 feet, the Octopus is clearly massive and could rightly be labeled a megayacht and one of the world’s largest yachts as well.
Aside from the incredible length of the vessel, it features a beam just shy of 69 feet across. The gross tonnage is 9,932.
How Much Did the Yacht Octopus Cost?
Paul Allen purchased the Octopus back in 2003. At that time the vessel cost him $200 million. Adjusted for inflation, that would work out to about $327 million by today, clearly making this one of the more expensive yachts in the world. That said, it still doesn’t meet the bar for one of the most expensive yachts ever by quite a bit.
Can You Charter the Octopus Yacht?
The Octopus is available for charter through the yacht firm Camper and Nicholsons but it’s definitely not available for most budgets. We’ve covered other yachts before that are owned by billionaires and are available for charter at some steep prices that often range around $1.2 million per week. The Octopus goes to the next level.
You can charter the Octopus for about $2.2 million per week and that doesn’t include expenses. So you’ll be paying for things like food and fuel separately. Suffice it to say that this is not a charter for everyone but the option is there.
Is the Octopus Yacht for Sale?
After its initial purchase in 2003 the Octopus was not available for sale until 2019 after owner Paul Allen passed away. There are currently some websites that claim the Octopus is for sale now and you can make an offer but the reliability of those sites is unknown and they do list the previous sale price from 2019 so they may not be current.
How Fast is the Octopus Yacht and What Engines Does it Use?
The Octopus has a cruising speed listed at 12.5 knots and a top speed listed at 19 knots. This is provided thanks to 8 MTU diesel engines that can generate a total of 19,200 hp. The yacht has an impressive range of up to 12,500 nautical miles at cruising speed thanks to her 1,034,000 liter fuel tanks
What’s the Octopus Yacht Interior Like?
The Octopus covers eight decks and has room on board for a total of 26 guests and 63 crew. The guests can find accommodations in a full-beam master suite, two VIP suites, seven double rooms and three twins, one with an additional single bed.
The master suite is on a dedicated owner’s deck and features a king size bed, his and hers en suite bathrooms and a private observation deck that includes an al fresco dining area. There’s also a private bar and Jacuzzi There is also an owner exclusive private elevator for use.
For years the details of the interior were a closely guarded secret while Paul Allen was still the owner. In fact, designer Espen Oeino said that this was the first yacht that ever required him to sign an NDA to keep its design secret. Since then he’s signed many more, but the Octopus was where it started. However, since Allen’s passing and the sale of the yacht, the transition to a vessel available for charter has allowed us to learn a lot more about the Octopus and its amenities and entertainment facilities.
Features and Amenities
The Octopus is an ice-class exploration yacht so it can go where many other luxury yachts cannot. It has two helipads as well as garages to house two helicopters. In addition, guests can find the following on board.
There’s a large swimming pool to the aft of the yacht on the main deck. It features numerous loungers and its own cocktail bar. There’s also a retractable glass floor that covers the pool when not in use.
A dance floor for parties
A movie theater
A well equipped gym for working out
A relaxation spa that includes a sauna
A large indoor/outdoor beach club area
A large deck Jacuzzi
A glass bottomed observation lounge
A well-stocked library for those evenings when you want to curl up with a good book
For those who want to have some more intense fun out on the water, the Octopus has a number of toys that can be used.
59’5” Delta Powerboats 54′ Tender
30’8” Vikal Custom Limo Tender with a pair of 260 HP engines
A 10-person submarine named Pagoo which we’ll talk more about shortly
A dive center with a hyperbaric chamber and scuba gear
A large swim platform
A diving platform
4 separate 2 seat Yamaha FX140 Waverunners
2 separate 2 Person Hobie Pursuit Kayaks
An Epic V5 Kayak
3 Windsurfers for a range of skill levels
A stand up Yamaha jet ski
3 surfboards
Kite surfers
Water skis and a variety of towable toys
Snorkeling gear
Fishing gear
Octopus Rescue Work
The Octopus also features a not entirely typical on board submarine and also a very rare ROV or remote operated vehicle which is essentially a remote control sub. These had been used a number of times on rescue operations when Paul Allen owned the vessel.
The sub and ROV were used to help find a pilot and two officers who vanished off the coast of Palau, and even aided the Royal Navy in finding the bell from the HMS Hood which sank off of Denmark in WWII.
The Octopus has also aided in scientific research, most notably when researchers were studying coelacanth, a species of prehistoric fish thought to have been extinct for millions of years.
What is the Octopus Yacht Deck Plan?
You can see the full deck plans here. The Octopus was designed to feature some things you would never expect to find on a yacht. For instance, it had a fully equipped recording studio where the band U2 did some recording. The studio also hosted Usher, Mick Jagger and Joss Stone. However, the studio has since been replaced with a bar and lounge area.
In addition to the studio the yacht was designed with a storm cabin to help minimize the effects of bad weather and a full medical center in case of emergencies. Many of these features no longer exist since the retrofit after Paul Allen’s death.
One extremely unique feature is the central clock. Braided stainless-steel shrouds from a sailing vessel were strung on either side of the grand staircase from lower to upper deck. The designer enlisted the aid of a 102-year-old German clock making company to help bring the idea to life. It also uses digital audio software so that on a regular basis the strings can play snippets from literally any song to indicate the passage of time.
The Bottom Line
The Octopus yacht was once owned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen until his death in 2018. Afterwards, some of the yacht was redesigned and it was sold for close to $300 million to Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson.
The Octopus is a massive exploration yacht measuring 414 feet making it large but nowhere near as big as something like the massive Azzam . It has been used for scientific research and rescue missions in the past and is now available for charter though at a steep price.
While it has many of the expected amenities of luxury yachts it also features some more exotic fare like the minisub with room for 8 passengers and two crew, as well as a stunning array of toys and other features.
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‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht’ Is Returning for Season 5 After Gary King’s Sexual Misconduct Scandal
Below Deck Sailing Yacht is coming back for season 5 after Gary King’s sexual misconduct scandal.
Bravo announced on Monday, September 16, that the next season reunites Captain Glenn Shephard , chief stew Daisy Kelliher and Gary as they spend their charter season in Ibiza. The rest of the cast includes chef Cloyce Martin , chef engineer Davide Morosi , stews Diana Cruz , Danni Warren and deckhands Keith Allen and Emma Crouch .
The upcoming installment comes more than one year after Below Deck Sailing Yacht wrapped up its fourth season on Bravo in July 2023.
Gary’s future as a cast member has been up in the air, however, since a production assistant from the show accused him of making unwanted advances while filming season 4.
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In a Rolling Stone exposé, which was published in October 2023, Samantha Suarez and other former employees, who asked to remain anonymous, accused Bravo of allegedly helping cover up Gary’s inappropriate behavior.
“It was insane. There were multiple incidents of sexual harassment in front of multiple producers after this person had been given verbal warnings multiple times,” one of the accusers alleged. “I had to promote and make this guy who just assaulted someone look awesome. That was my job, to make this person look cool, capable and exciting.”
Samantha recalled being asked to look after Gary when he allegedly got drunk. Once filming wrapped, Samantha remained with Gary in his hotel room before he tried to stop her from leaving by pressing himself against her. Samantha alleged that Gary refused to let her leave until she started to fight back.
According to Samantha, she alerted producers about the incident , who told Gary to sleep on the boat on days when the crew wasn’t filming as a way to keep him out of the hotel.
Related: Former 'Below Deck Sailing Yacht' Stars: Where Are They Now?
Bravo addressed the allegations in a statement to Rolling Stone , saying, “Bravo is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace for cast and crew on our reality shows. We require our third-party production companies to have appropriate workplace policies and trainings in place and a clear process on how to report concerns. The concerns Ms. Suarez raised in July 2022 were investigated at that time and action was taken based on the findings.”
Gary has maintained his innocence since news broke about the claim. “I know [that I did nothing wrong], and I know the truth but it still hurts when people will tell lies to bring you down,” he replied to a fan via Instagram one month later.
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In the aftermath, Gary didn’t appear at BravoCon in November 2023 despite initially being announced as a guest. He has since stated that he wasn’t ruling out a Below Deck Sailing Yacht return.
Related: A Guide to 'Below Deck' and Its Many Spinoffs
Gary replied to several Instagram users in December 2023 who reminded him there’s a “life after” Below Deck .
“I hope so, will have to see but will definitely be trying to stay on peoples tv screens ☺️,” Gary wrote back. In a separate comment, Gary maintained that he would return to reality TV, adding, “I will do and hopefully be back on your screens, everyday I’m trying to better myself so hopefully if they ask me back you’ll see this.”
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The Octopus Yacht, one of the world's largest yachts, was built by Lurssen Yachts. Formerly owned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, the yacht is now owned by Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson. The yacht houses a host of luxurious features including a helicopter hangar, a 10-person submarine, and multiple leisure and wellness facilities.
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August 4, 2021. Robert Anscombe. The renowned Octopus yacht sold earlier this week, an iconic Lürssen explorer yacht measuring 126.2 meters. Camper & Nicholsons recently added her to its charter fleet after she was listed by Fraser & Burgess. She will be chartered for the first time since her launch in January 2022, following winter at the yard.
Commissioned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, Octopus was built in steel by German yard Lürssen and delivered in 2003. At the time of her launch, she was easily the largest explorer yacht ever built and heralded a new era of superyachts built to travel to the ends of the earth, equipped with scientific and research equipment and all the little (and not-so-little) luxuries expected of a ...
An Iconic $285 Million Mega Yacht Steeped In History. The Octopus is now under new ownership by Roger Samuelsson. Lurrsen built the epic megayacht for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2003, and since then, it has been owned by Jody Allen and underwent a refit in 2021. Samuelsson has inherited a legacy, and one cannot begin to imagine the ...
One of the best things about flying into the South of France is the view. The brilliant blue coastline is peppered with hundreds of yachts. On this flight, however, just one of the boats below us demands our attention: the 126-metre explorer Octopus. The following day, in the port of Marseille where her new owner's team is wrapping up a refit ...
Iconic yachts: On board Paul Allen's 126m Lürssen superyacht Octopus. When the late Paul Allen's Octopus was launched in 2003, she stood alone in the yachting world. At 126m length, she was easily the largest explorer yacht ever built, and one of the biggest yachts outright. But in many ways, she heralded a new era of owning very large boats ...
Octopus is perfect for true long-range exploration in the utmost luxury and comfort. The 126.2m/414'1" 'Octopus' expedition yacht built by the German shipyard Lurssen is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 13 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett. For adventures off the beaten track ...
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Tenders, especially custom ones, are now being refitted in record numbers - and MARSS is a prime example. Previously known as Man-of-War and the main tender for 126 metre Octopus, this 18.8 metre Vikal, often photographed in the dry dock of its former mothership, is quasi-legendary. As a result, I was all ears when Cyril Le Sourd, co-founder ...
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