OCTOPUS

Luxury explorer yacht OCTOPUS was built by Lurssen in 2003 with naval architecture from Espen Øino and interiors created by Jonathan Quinn Barnett. Originally constructed for private expeditions she was refitted, making her suitable for charter, in 2021 with further work in 2024. She is one of the most capable and stunning mega yachts in the world with a fascinating legacy, having travelled the globe hosting rock stars, scientific research teams and explorers in search of shipwrecks and maritime artefacts. With 13 staterooms and 45 crew members, there is nothing she can’t do and nowhere she can’t go.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF OCTOPUS

• Two helidecks
• Heated 7m freshwater pool and jacuzzi
• Private owner’s deck with jacuzzi
• 15-seater cinema
• Fully equipped gym and spa
• 7 tenders including limousine
• Extensive collection of water toys
• Beach and diving club
• Medical centre
• Elevator
• 12,500 nautical mile range
• Stabilisers at anchor and underway
• Air conditioning
• WiFi

EXTERIOR
The ice-class hull and eight towering decks put OCTOPUS firmly in the mega explorer yacht category and with her deep blue hull, gleaming white superstructure and vast floodable tender and toy garage, she is simply awe inspiring. Guests will either arrive at the stern on board the 9.34m custom Vikal International Limousine tender or onto one of the helidecks – the aft deck is available for commercial use and the foredeck for touch and go. All the deck officers are certified as Helicopter Landing Officers and the deckhands as Helideck Assistants for emergency use. When the transom door is opened, a two-level 36m long floodable garage is revealed – from here the crew can store, launch and maintain the incredible fleet of tenders and toys. Two fold-out terraces create a beach club with a hot-tub on the starboard side and a fully registered and equipped dive centre on the port side.

Deck 6 – the bridge deck – is the main exterior guest terrace where a fabulous 7m freshwater swimming pool is accompanied by a large semi-circular custom jacuzzi. When it is time to party, the glass retractable floor of the pool raises flush with the deck level to transform the deck into a huge entertainment terrace. A beautiful 12-seater dining table sits overlooking the pool with two additional 6-seater tables which can be arranged flexibly to suit any group. A full sit up bar, three separate lounge areas and sunbeds complete the furnishings available on this level. The chefs can prepare al fresco meals in the industrial pizza/baker’s oven, on the huge outdoor grill or the built-in tandoori oven. The deck is equipped with state-of-the-art AV equipment which includes a sound system, flood lights and disco lights.

The top deck is dedicated to the owner’s penthouse apartment which includes its own private decks forward and aft. Aft is an intimate dining terrace with 6-seater table and two corner sofas while forward is a beautifully appointed area with a jacuzzi, lounge and sit up bar.

INTERIOR
Once inside it is clear to see how Jonathan Quinn Barnett’s interior design has endured with only some minor layout alterations and décor upgrades from Monk Design in 2021. The original design included a fully-equipped recording studio – where greats such as U2 and Mick Jagger have recorded. Now the studio, in its prime position aft on the bridge deck, has been converted into modern bar and lounge. The vocal booth is now a DJ booth, a collection of guitars still adorns the walls, and the grand piano takes pride of place. Retaining the soundproofing makes the studio lounge into a perfect place for a party – plus it leads out onto the bridge deck aft to create one huge entertainment space.
Deck 5 is the main interior entertainment deck where guests can enjoy a range of activities from gym sessions and beauty treatments to dinner and drinks or even a movie in the state-of-the-art 15-seater movie theatre – 5 of the seats have D Box vibration to elevate the experience further. Forward of the central staircase is a gentleman’s library and lounge with fireplace, a chess table opening to the ‘Musashi’ wine bar and impressive observation lounge/dining area with two circular tables able to each accommodate six guests with panoramic views forward. The ‘Musashi’ wine bar is named after the 2015 research expedition on board when the WW2 warship Musashi was discovered. The well-equipped gym leads into a dedicated juice bar, perfect for refuelling after a workout.

The captain and first officer’s accommodation, office and the wheelhouse are forward on the bridge deck, while the galley and pantry are conveniently located on the entertainment deck on the port side. Decks two and three are for the crew and operations where generous cabins, a lounge and crew galley are alongside technical and communications areas.

The medical centre is on Deck 4 and a guest cabin can be used to accommodate a doctor on board. A dedicated elevator gives direct access to decks 4-7, facilitating travel throughout the yacht with discretion.
Eight MTU 16V 4000 diesel engines deliver a top speed of 19 knots and a cruising speed of 12.5 with a range of 12,500 nautical miles. The yacht is also equipped with Dynamic Positioning Systems to automatically maintain the position.