Jeff Bezos’ $500 million superyacht spotted sailing for the first time in a spectacle everyone was waiting for
- Known as Koru, this sea vessel is a three-masted sailing yacht
- Owned by Jeff Bezos, it cost more than $500 million to build
- Watch the video below to see it cruising in the ocean
Published on Nov 22, 2024 at 8:09 PM (UTC+4)
by Nalin Rawat
Last updated on Nov 22, 2024 at 8:09 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ $500 million superyacht was just spotted sailing in the Bay of Palma, Mallorca.
Known as Koru, the sea vessel is one of the world’s most prestigious superyachts.
Unlike other modern sea vessels, Bezos’s Koru is a three-masted sailing yacht, which makes it stand out from the rest.
When commissioned, it was the second-largest sailing yacht in the world.
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Jeff Bezos’ $500M superyacht sets sail
The superyacht recently arrived in the Bay of Palma and spent a few days cruising in Mallorcan waters.
The last time the yacht came to Palma was two years ago on her maiden voyage.
Back then, both Jeff Bezos and his girlfriend, Lauren Sanchez arrived on the Spanish island by private jet.
They then took a helicopter to Koru’s support ship, the Abeona, and then a fast launch to the mega-yacht.
Speaking of the $75 million support vessel, it offers additional crew accommodation, a helipad, and storage for supplies.
The couple also spent a few days cruising in Mallorcan waters before heading to the South of France where they got engaged.
Why is it out on the sea?
It is unclear whether Bezos or Sanchez are onboard during this voyage of the Koru.
It is highly likely that the crew is just performing routine trials on her equipment.
The annual cost to maintain a superyacht and its support vessel doesn’t come cheap, either.
The Koru and her support vessel Abeona cost approximately $25 million and $10 million per year.
Built in the Netherlands by Oceanco, the three-masted superyacht is 127 meters long.
It is reported to have cost $500 million, but for Jeff Bezos, that may as well be pocket change.
Nalin started his career by working with various national newspapers in India. He has also worked as a writer/editor for many popular websites, while still pursuing his journalism and mass communication degree. Working as a digital nomad has allowed him to inform and educate through his work. When he is not writing, you can find him playing video games or travelling the mountains on his bike.
