Used Super-Yachts for sale

What is a super-yacht?

Features of a super-yacht

A super-yacht is a motor yacht measuring between 40 and 60 metres in length. Any smaller, we simply call it a yacht. Any bigger, it becomes a mega-yacht. The super-yacht is the ultimate in luxury boating and is ideal for multi-day cruises with family or friends. It can be used exclusively by its owner, or made available for hire.

Another key feature of a super-yacht is the presence of an on-board professional crew to assist you during your trips. The crew is composed of 5 personnel categories:

• the captain: in charge of the yacht;
• the chef: takes care of the kitchen and food management;
• the staff: working to ensure the super-yacht resembles a luxury hotel;
• the deck crew: maintains the ship;
• and the engineers: ensure the proper functioning of the vessel and systems.

The owner of the boat is responsible for the crew's expenses: accommodation, food, as well as water and electricity bills.

These true floating palaces offer numerous on-board facilities and equipment for your pleasure and entertainment: gym, night club, cinema, swimming pool, spa or even a submarine when it comes to the most prestigious super-yachts.

What are the pros and cons of a super-yacht?

Living aboard a super-yacht obviously comes with numerous advantages:

• utmost comfort;
• exceptional performance specs;
• you can sit back and relax; the crew takes care of everything.

Having a super-yacht comes with its own set of drawbacks:

• the costs are high: maintenance, crew and fuel bills, mooring fees etc;
• unless you make it your permanent home, you'll never spend as much time as you'd like on your super-yacht;
• with a few exceptions, these boats can be highly polluting.

In the know and up for the challenge? Browse our used super-yacht listings on Band of Boats and live the good life on your future super-yacht.

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