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The 115-meter megayacht Pelorus, delivered in 2003, has earned a reputation for extraordinary grandeur as well as innovation. Her profile is marked by a high sheer line, giving her a powerful presence. The exterior design by Tim Heywood incorporates the four lower decks within the hull, a creative solution that allows a full-beam floor layout. Her interior has an atmosphere of beach-chic at sea, using natural materials and exotic textures. Outstanding features of Terence Disdale’s design include several terraces with doors that open out of the side of the hull for an indoor/outdoor experience that allows guests to feel truly at one with the sea.

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PELORUS Yacht – Sumptuous $250 M Superyacht

The PELORUS yacht is named after the Greek word “vast” because she is one of the largest boats in the world. 

Lurssen built the multi-award-winning 115m/377’4″ motor yacht ‘Pelorus’ at their Bremen shipyard in Germany.

Her interior was designed by Terence Disdale , an English design studio, and she was delivered to her owner in May 2003.

Tim Heywood Design created the exterior design for this luxury yacht, which was recently refurbished in 2007.

The PELORUS yacht is designed to comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests in nine suites, comprising two VIP cabins and an additional 41 crew in 20 rooms, to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. 

PELORUS is currently sailing under the Cayman Islands flag, the second most popular superyacht flag state.

PELORUS yacht interior

Terence Disdale was in charge of her design, and he developed an interior that embraced the relaxed and informal ambiance of a beachside villa.

The PELORUS yacht is a highly private yacht, and very little information is known about her interior or other particular details from aboard.

The PELORUS yacht has many amenities including two helicopter landing pads, a swimming pool with artificial current, a spa pool, and an owner’s suite with 180-degree panoramic views that open to a private deck.

She is built with stunning engineering technology and features high-caliber systems, including the bowthruster, being provided with a backup.

At the same time, the control of all propulsion units is centralized in a ‘Lipstick’ that allows the yacht to be maneuvered accurately with a single joystick.

One of the most distinctive features of this luxurious mega yacht is the ‘lido’ on the top deck, which has two swimming pools and a vast sea-level platform that is created once the transom is opened.

This location gives good access to the water and an excellent ‘beach area’ where visitors may relax and enjoy the various water toys available.

Aside from that, the PELORUS superyacht includes two helicopter pads for the convenience of its owner and visitors.

Additionally, the superyacht is equipped with a spacious pool, a jacuzzi, a variety of toys, and a tender.

Specifications

The yacht was built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure with a 17.2-meter beam. She has ranked the 48th largest yacht in the world with a length of 377 feet 3 inches or 115 meters and a gross tonnage of 5317.0 GT

She can reach a top speed of 20 knots, and her cruising speed is 18.0 knots for a relaxing experience.

Her maximum cruising range is 6000.0 nautical miles for long-distance cruising, with her power coming from two 5,500-hp Wärtsilä 12v 26 engines . 

The PELORUS yacht was bought for US $200 million and has an annual running cost of $15-20 million.

Pelorus Yacht Summary

the PELORUS yacht, aptly named for its grand scale, is a magnificent vessel that showcases unparalleled luxury and design.

Built by Lurssen in Germany, this multi-award-winning motor yacht boasts an impressive length of 115m and a range of exceptional features.

With an interior designed by Terence Disdale, the PELORUS offers a relaxed and inviting ambiance reminiscent of a beachside villa. Its exterior, crafted by Tim Heywood Design, features two helicopter landing pads, a swimming pool with artificial current, and a spa pool, among other amenities.

Accommodating up to 18 guests and a dedicated crew of 41, the PELORUS ensures a comfortable and opulent yachting experience.

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Pelorus is a 115m motor yacht custom built by Lurssen Yachts in 2003. The mega yacht’s elegant exterior lines are the work of Tim Heywood. She features interior design by Terence Disdale.

Motor yacht Pelorus has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. With a generous beam of 17.2m, she has a spacious interior with room for up to 22 guests and 42 crew members.

In 2007 Pelorus emerged from a refit carried out by Blohm + Voss shipyard, which saw the addition of a second helicopter pad, new paint and zero-speed stabilizers.

The mega yacht also has a large pool, Jacuzzi, and numerous toys and tender on board.

Pelorus can reach a top speed of 20 knots and cruises comfortably at 18 knots. She is equipped for long-distance cruising, with a range of 6000 nautical miles at 16 knots.

In 2018 Pelorus underwent a major refit by Kusch Yachts.

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A Closer Look at the $300 Million Superyacht Pelorus

Lurssen builds some of the most iconic yachts on earth. The Golden Odyssey, for example, is a beautiful superyacht they created, which is believed to belong to Prince Khaled of Saudi Arabia. The stunning light blue details make it instantly identifiable. Perhaps most well known is the Azzam. The 180-meter mega yacht is the largest in the world . Doubtless, if you want an unforgettable sailing experience, Lurssen can help make your dreams come true.

Naming Your Ship

A pelorus is the name of a piece of shipboard equipment that helps take relative bearings on distant objects. The Pelorus, built in 2003 at Lürssen’s Krogerwerft facility, gets its name from the vital tool. Not many yachts are given such practical names; in fact, most are given more fantastic or feminine names. Some ships even get punny names, but the Pelorus is downright scientific. Traditionally, ships were given feminine names. Unlike American English, in most languages, objects, like tools and boats, have gendered names. In the Mediterranean, all ships have been 'female' for centuries. This led to many ships getting female names and being called 'she' in languages where this isn't necessarily the case. Just as in English, we call boats 'she and her,' despite our gender-neutral forms.

The exact origin of this quirk is unknown, but it's believed that the association comes from early sailors. Before powered motors and even before the world was known to be a sphere, a sailor might spend months or years onboard before returning home again. Their relationships with the vessels that carried the were often more profound and more significant than their connection to their land-bound sisters, mothers, wives, or daughters. Many sailors, even now still associate ships with women. They believe each has a specific way she prefers to be handled. The 'personalities' of the vessels are often compared to female emotions, and though it's old fashioned and a bit biased, many still hold to the idea that if you don't treat your ship the way she likes, you'll suffer her wrath.

Awards & Stats

Not every yacht can be an award-winning superstar in its own right. The sleek and powerful Pelorus won two awards in 2004. She won awards for her decadent interior and one for her overall size category as well.

• International Superyacht Society Awards 2004 Best Power 43m+
• International Superyacht Society Awards 2004 Best Power Interior

Awards aren't the only thing that makes this particular yacht so sought after . She has many outstanding qualities. Her designers are internationally known and sought after for their expertise. Tim Heywood drew the working areas and superstructure of this beloved beauty.

The History of the Pelorus

Pelorus has had more owners than most yachts in her short life. We can't speculate on why any individual would sell such a beautiful ship, but she does get around a lot. The Pelorus has been seen and owned all over the world in her short life. When she was first commissioned, the Pelorus was intended as a replacement for another yacht, the Coral Island. However, the original Saudi Arabian owner didn't keep her. He decided to sell his beautiful commission, and after several bids, he soon received an offer he couldn't refuse. The yacht went to Russian tycoon Roman Abramovich who added a second helipad. He had her for three or four years before his circumstances changed. Unfortunately, in 2007, Roman divorced. We don't know if his ex-wife got the car or the house, but she certainly appears to have gotten the yacht. Pelorus received an update in 2007 and a few years later was resold again.

In May of 2011, David Geffen, the co-founder of Dreamworks, bought her. He enjoyed her very briefly, and the same year passed her on to the royal family of Abu Dhabi. The information on the sale came out as a part of the Panama Papers Leaks. The royals sailed the Pelorus for a further five years before they too sold her. In 2016 Chinese billionaire, Samuel Tak Lee purchased her. He's had her since that time, but who knows when the flighty Pelorus will move on to her next owner.

Decadence Personified

The inside was the handiwork of Terence Disdale (https://www.superyachts.com/directory-1520/terence-disdale.htm). He gave the Pelorus an owners suite that is entirely private even from the rest of the ship and has a full 180-degree panoramic view. The yacht is decked out (no pun intended) in a very apropos informal beach villa inspired style. Her fun and stylish features make this yacht the perfect vacation destination.

• Two pools, one with artificial current and the other a spa-pool grace the decks so swimmers can enjoy salt-free ocean swimming. There's also a relaxing jacuzzi and a swimming platform with underwater lights.
•  You can work out in the private Gym and then get treated at the spa.
• Helipads and Elevators mean easy access to the ship and all its areas.
•  The Beach Club is a great place to have a casual party.
•  A Dance Floor for formal balls or nightclub action depending on how you want to use them
•  Take in a show at the private cinema when you get tired of the ocean view (if that's even possible).

Cabins & Staff

The staff on the Pelorus is rotated in such a way as to keep it constantly running. With quarters for 41 staff and plenty of private cabins, this boat is ready for parties, or events whenever the owner desires. The master suite takes up the top deck, but the VIP suites are also incredible. One of the rooms has a wall that lowers to create a veranda. When you add the eight double suites as well, there are eleven cabins for the owner and guests, and it can accommodate 22 visitors comfortably.

Known for her award-winning proportions and looks as well as her ownership history, here are the details on this lovely custom yacht.

• Length: 377.30ft /115m
• Built | Refit: 2003 | 2007
• Model: Custom
• Beam: 56.43ft /17.2m
• Gross Tonnage: 5403 Tonnes
• Draft: 15.29ft /4.66m
• Cruising Speed: 17 Knots
• Top Speed: 20 Knots
• Range: 6000 Nautical Miles
• Materials: Steel and Aluminum

Final Thoughts

If you're in the market for a truly stunning and acclaimed superyacht, this elegant yet casual ship is probably on many wealthy bucket lists. We can't say when she'll next be up for sale, though with the Pelorus' history it does seem likely that she could be available again soon enough. For now, she's off the market, but nothing is out of reach if you have the finances. Indeed, if we could dream up a perfect ocean vacation , this would be where we'd want to hang our beach hats this summer.

Written by  Dana Hanson

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Pelorus is a luxury yacht and is 115 metres (377 ft) in length.

Commissioned by Saudi Arabian businessman Sheikh Abdul Mohsen Abdulmalik Al-Sheikh, [1] Pelorus was built at the Lürssen subsidiary repair shipyard in Schacht-Audorf Rendsburg, Germany . The conceptual design was completed in 1999 by Tim Heywood, work began in 2000, and the yacht entered service in 2003. It was sold to Roman Abramovich during its maiden voyage, who had it altered by Blohm & Voss, adding a second helicopter pad (on top of the wheelhouse), two B&V active fin stabilizers replaced by four zero-speed stabilizers, and modifications to the underwater exhaust, mast, and stern.

Pelorus is powered by two Wärtsilä (formerly Stork Werkspoor) 12v 26 engines designed to give continuous 3900 kW at 1000 r.p.m. On the builder's sea trial Pelorus reached the contract speed of 20 knots, but often cruises between 12 and 14 knots. While owned by Abramovich, the yacht had a full-time crew of up to 46, in addition to a large security contingent that travelled with his family. Pelorus would cruise the western Mediterranean Sea during the summers, and commonly ventured down through the Suez Canal for the winters.

In 2005, Abramovich lent Pelorus to Frank Lampard and John Terry for two weeks as a bonus for being the two best players at his English football club Chelsea F.C. the previous season, and allowed Terry to honeymoon with his new wife, Toni Poole, on the yacht in 2007. [2]

Irina Abramovich received the yacht in 2009 as part of her divorce settlement. She sold it via broker Merle Wood to David Geffen in 2011 for around US$300 million. [3] [4] [5] In 2011, Geffen sold Pelorus to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan for 214 million euros. [1] In 2016, Pelorus was sold to Chinese billionaire Samuel Tak Lee. [6] [7]

• ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Superyacht Coral Island" . https://www.superyachtfan.com/superyacht_coral_island.html .  
• ↑ Thomas, Mark. "Roman Abramovich's former monster yacht drops anchor near Dubrovnik - The Dubrovnik Times" (in en-gb) . https://www.thedubrovniktimes.com/news/dubrovnik/item/7217-roman-abramovich-s-former-monster-yacht-drops-anchor-near-dubrovnik .  
• ↑ David Pelly. "Iconic yachts: Pelorus" . boatinternational.com . http://www.boatinternational.com/yacht-features/iconic-yachts-pelorus/ . Retrieved 2012-12-25 .  
• ↑ Jared Paul Stern (July 14, 2011). "David Geffen's New $300 Million Yacht Gets Upstaged By A Russian Businessman's Boat In Mallorca" . businessinsider.com. Archived from the original on 7 January 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120107074624/http://articles.businessinsider.com/2011-07-14/lifestyle/30021324_1_pelorus-megayacht-fingerprint-scanner . Retrieved 2 October 2011 .  
• ↑ Haute Yachts: Geffen’s $300M ‘Pelorus’ Meets the Starck-Designed ‘A’ in Majorca | Haute Living Magazine . Hauteliving.com (2011-07-14). Retrieved on 2011-11-27.
• ↑ "Lurssen's 115m Pelorus sold to Hong Kong billionaire" . http://www.yachting-pages.com/superyacht_news/lurssens-115m-pelorus-sold-to-chinese-billionaire.html .  
• ↑ Hanson, Dana (2022-03-12). "The 10 Most Expensive Sailboats in the World" (in en-US) . https://moneyinc.com/most-expensive-sailboats/ .  
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A destination herself, Pelorus’ vast interior volume provides unequalled levels of comfort and visual delight from Terry Disdale’s eclectic palette of naturals. A WONDER OF CONTEMporary shapes, Pelorus is retro in her proportions – her long open decks more reminiscent of sleek ocean liners of the 1930s and ’40s than the profiles of modern 300-foot-plus yachts. Pelorus, says Heywood, could have had more decks, more cabins and salons, but that isn’t the point. A certain lifestyle designed for relaxation is. Pelorus offers blissful accommodations for 22 in the owner’s party, plus five staff cabins and quarters for up to 40 crew. The enormous appeal of the self-contained resort concept is obvious in the fact that the yacht ’s original owner received six offers on the yacht before she was completed. One of those offers, as the saying goes, couldn’t be refused and might even have been predicted since it came from a person who had once purchased the original owner’s previous boat, 162-foot Sussurro. It’s no coincidence that Terry Disdale designed the interiors of both. While the boat appears casual, she delivers a level of service as far above first class as clouds are above the panorama lounge. A sophisticated system of stairs, passageways, escape routes and pantry or staging areas allow crew or staff to appear in a room as if by magic rather than as if they had just run the length of a football field. The layout of Pelorus is fresh, even novel in large yacht design. Accommodations are not clustered on a single lower deck; instead they are strategically placed through four decks to afford greater privacy to the owner, VIPs and visiting families. Such a layout also allows Pelorus to offer the coziness of a much smaller yacht if CONTINUED FROM COVER FOLDOUT The panoramic lounge demonstrates the interplay of textures with everything from leather, to rope, to banana leaves, iron, lacquer, stones, and chenille. Left, the entrance to the sport deck. there are but a few guests aboard. A large part of Pelorus’ charm is her disarming interior décor and the way interior and exterior spaces flow almost seamlessly. In fact, there are no abrupt changes from one space to another anywhere on the yacht, thanks to wide, gallery-type SHOWBOATS INTERNATIONAL July 2004 corridors and intriguing anterooms leading to all the major social areas. The yacht is all the more elegant because rooms do not open directly onto other rooms. “The philosophy of the boat is complete relaxation. Despite its size, it’s not about volume or display,” says Disdale. “The

By MARILYN MOWER Photos by BOB MARCHANT, CHRIS GONTA & RICHARD SEATON Pelorus design inspiration came from Sussurro, but the object was to move on from there. I had a very free hand with the interior – there’s more of my design ideas in this boat than any other and as such it was a very creative process for me.” From her rough oak and slate floors to woven banana leaf ceilings, all surfaces and furnishings – apart from a couple of chairs – were designed by Disdale and made especially for Pelorus. Disdale, known for juxtaposing millionyear-old ammonites with 21st century lacquered surfaces,...

The salon is a more cozy space and opens to the dining room, shown below, with its terrace open for unlimited views. coconut bark from the Philippines and antique Chinese opium mats used as wall coverings, driftwood table tops from Bali, iron sculptures and leather ceilings from England, plus intriguing interplay of cotton, linen, suede, raffia, nickel, bronze, pewter, amethysts, and, of course, the beloved fossils. By day, Pelorus’ interior is flooded by natural daylight from a staggering number of SHOWBOATS INTERNATIONAL July 2004 oversized windows. By night, the interior is intimate,...

Counterclockwise from right: The VIP stateroom opens onto a private terrace extending from the hull. The owner’s office and gallery is far removed from the master suite. The central stair column. A corridor to guest accommodations. jump off the treadmill into the ocean. All four of Pelorus’ custom tenders were designed by Heywood and Sam Sorgiovanni and built at Vikal in Perth, Australia, and all four store on the main deck aft of the salons. This open-air, full-beam tender bay transforms into a floating disco once the tenders are removed. Rotating lights and disco balls clip into...

Well over 100 feet long, the sun deck offers a pool and Jacuzzi, service bar, multiple seating areas and an elevated dining area aft of the mast. SHOWBOATS INTERNATIONAL July 2004

With single and double chaises plus bean bags for kids, the dedicated cinema is an AV-lover’s dream. raised platform tucked behind the considerable mast features a dining table for upward of 16 guests. The sweeps and curves of Pelorus’ decks and superstructure are all the more appreciable because the entire yacht is steel, an engineering choice for reasons of hull flexibility and metacentric height. “We are quite pleased with the yacht’s performance,” noted Pelorus’ build captain Howard Crowther. “With two bow thrusters and oversized, independent rudders that swing through fifty-five...

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115m  /  377'4 | lurssen | 2003 / 2007.

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• Elevator for convenient access
• Impressive 6,000nm range
• Multi-award winning
• State-of-the-art cinema
• Inviting pool

The multi-award winning 115m/377'4" motor yacht 'Pelorus' was built by Lurssen in Germany at their Bremen shipyard. Her interior is styled by English designer design house Terence Disdale and she was delivered to her owner in May 2003. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Tim Heywood Design and she was last refitted in 2007.

Guest Accommodation

Pelorus has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 24 guests in 12 suites comprising two VIP cabins. Additionally, there are 5 staff cabins aboard. She is also capable of carrying up to 46 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Her features include a dancefloor, movie theatre, beauty salon, elevator, underwater lights, beach club, gym, WiFi and air conditioning.

Range & Performance

Pelorus is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin diesel Wartsila (12 V 26) 12-cylinder 5,300hp engines running at 1000rpm, she comfortably cruises at 17 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 20 knots with a range of up to 6,000 nautical miles from her 380,000 litre fuel tanks at 16 knots. Pelorus features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 100,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Germanischer Lloyd ✠ 100 A1 MY, ✠ MC AUT classification society rules, and is MCA LY2 Compliant.

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• International Superyacht Society Awards 2004 Best Power 43m+ Winner
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PELORUS for sale

The iconic PELORUS is an apex superyacht of unquestionable pedigree. She is a 115m (377.3ft) motor yacht of 5,403GT, with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure custom-built to DNV-GL classification and delivered by Lurssen in 2003. She was designed by two of the world’s most celebrated yacht designers with sweeping exterior styling by Tim Heywood and beachside villa interiors by Terence Disdale. Since her delivery, she has had two significant refits the first at Blohm+Voss in 2008, when her second helipad was added, and the second at Kusch Yachts in 2017 during her 15-year survey.

Exterior features include a sun deck with a large pool with counter-current jets and a jacuzzi, bar and open-air dining. There are no fewer than five balconies and sea terraces across main and lower decks, two of which serve the dining room and main saloon and another spectacularly opens up a lower deck guest cabin. There are helipads on the foredeck and forward on the owner’s deck where a companionway leads to a private terrace.

An elevator serves all guest decks from the lower to sun deck for multi-generational access. The upper deck is designed for entertainment. A huge al fresco space aft has open-air dining and lounges beneath the overhang and plenty of versatile deck space aft, as well as walkaround sidedecks for promenading.

Inside is a panoramic sky lounge with a huge bar and generous lounge and huge screen. The space has nightclub lighting and sound systems and rug rolls away to reveal an illuminated dancefloor. Forward is a tiered cinema with world-class audio visual system.

The lower deck aft is devoted to wellness. There is a large, fully equipped gym with its own sea terrace, massage room, treatment room, hair salon, steam room, plunge pool, hydrotherapy spa and relaxation room.

As well as a private terraces forward and aft, the dedicated owner’s deck has a bedroom suite with 200-degree views, a huge bathroom and dressing room, as well as a vast lounge and study aft and a butler’s cabin. There are VIP and guest suites on the upper deck, two guest suites on the main deck and a further three guest suites complete accommodation for 24 guests in 12 cabins. She also sleeps up to 46 crew including seven engineers to ensure reliability and five personal staff for seven-star service.

Her custom tenders, including 11.2m (36.7ft) limo and 8.5m (27.9ft) sport, both by Vikal, are stowed on the main deck aft and launched on horizontal davits through shell doors. She also has storage for her additional tenders, as well as a huge selection of toys and scuba diving equipment. Twin 5,300hp Wartsila diesel engines give her a top speed of 20 knots, she cruises comfortably at 18 knots and has a transoceanic maximum range of 6,000nm at her passage speed of 16 knots. Two sets of Quantum zero speed stabilisers ensure comfort on arrival.

Specifications

• Name: PELORUS
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Builder: Lurssen
• Exterior Designer: Tim Heywood
• Interior Designer: Terence Disdale
• Refits: 2020-07-17,2019-12-30
• Length Overall: 114.5 metres
• Length at Waterline: 97.02 metres
• Beam: 17.2 metres
• Max Draught: 4.66 metres
• Gross Tonnage: 5317

Construction

• Year of Build: 2003
• Hull Number: 13600
• Hull Type: Full Displacement
• Number of Decks: 4
• Classification: DNV

Performance & Capacities

• Max Speed: 20 kn
• Cruising Speed: 18 kn
• Fuel Capacity: 280000 litres
• Water Capacity: 100000 litres
• Range: 6000 nm
• Engine Make: Wartsila
• Total power: 10600hp
• Hull: Steel
• Superstructure: Aluminium,Steel

Accommodation

• Passenger Rooms: 9
• Master Rooms: 1

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About Pelorus Yachting

Pelorus Yachting views a vessel as a unique platform for extraordinary experiences. As recognised specialists in experiential and expedition yachting, we pioneer bespoke adventures, creating groundbreaking ideas that leave long-lasting memories.

We will bring you to the Earth’s most remote, stunning, and culturally vibrant destinations – often only achievable by vessel. Our expertise connects you to these exclusive places, turning the extraordinary into your reality.

As the only Central Agent in both the yacht and travel sectors, we push the boundaries of the yacht charter and management industry by offering more than any other traditional yacht brokerage company.

How we work

Pelorus Yachting takes a 360 degree approach. We leave nothing to chance and work with military precision to plan and execute every yacht experience we create. From carrying out reconnaissance missions for your trip to accompanying you during your experience to ensure that every element is realised to our exacting standards, our team is hands-on from start to finish.

We bring an in-depth understanding of remote travel as well as access to a diverse range of exploration guides, wildlife experts and on-the-ground specialists to every yacht journey we craft, meaning you can sit back, relax and look forward to your once-in-a-lifetime yachting adventure.

Why do we exist?

“We put the focus on the experience, designing individual itineraries according to the client’s brief. We work exclusively with a network of industry leaders, who allow us to consider areas and experiences that most travel companies do not give a second thought. We pride ourselves on attention to detail, creativity and due diligence, designing extraordinary experiences for those seeking something truly different.”

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“Every step of the journey was a pleasure; from the second we landed we were looked after in spectacular locations. It was clear that Pelorus Yachting was well-connected in the area and that a lot of groundwork had been laid down ahead of our arrival, which was reflected in the seamless execution of every experience”.

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The setting of Pelorus Private Island in Australia's North Queensland

In order to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, you only have to step off the sandy, coral beach. Arrival is only by helicopter or private yacht. And once there, you’re the only residents on this 988 acre island. Pelorus Private Island is the most secluded and exclusive island in Australia’s North Queensland; it opened for bookings last month.

The project began when Australian billionaire Chris Morris , founder of the financial technology company Computershare and founder/Executive Chairman of the $272 million hospitality company Morris Group, saw that there was a growing market of guests booking out the group’s Orpheus Island Lodge for private use with their friends and family. That was in line with a trend he’d seen for high net worth travelers seeking ultra luxury experiences. He acquired Pelorus in 2017 and started the development process two years ago.

The deck of the infinity pool

“Pelorus Private Island caters to guests very similar to those that enjoy the group’s superyachts on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, and the Mediterranean,” explains Morris. “They are seeking the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, as well as an experience uniquely designed to their bespoke needs, very similar to the guests of the group’s superyacht business. Up until now, this was the missing gap in Morris Group’s portfolio, which also includes Morris Aviation, offering helicopter transfer and tours to the group’s guests and a recently added private jet.”

One of the five suites within the residence.

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The four main suites (a fifth suite is designed for accompanying staff) are designed in contemporary lines with natural materials-whitewashed hardwood timber, limestone, quartzite-and decorated with handmade furniture and linen fabrics. They measure 560 square feet with 258 square foot terraces all facing the Coral Sea. Elsewhere in the residence are open, light filled lounges, a dining area and an open kitchen to observe what chef Grant Logan, a veteran of high level Cape Town restaurants and superyachts, is creating from seafood brought in by local fisherman and other native ingredients. Key presentations include an Australian barbeque of local reef-caught fish such as Coral Trout, Red Emperor or Giant Trevally or freshly caught Northern Bluefin Tuna prepared sashimi-style. But given his superyacht experience, Logan is used to providing whatever guests request.

Cruising the Palm Island archipelago and the coral underneath.

Central to the appeal of Pelorus, though, according to Morris, is the range of experiences available to guests, which can be coordinated by an activities manager. They can start the day with sunrise beach yoga and a swim in the solar heated pool. Invariably, they then snorkel or dive the diverse Palm Island archipelago including a visit to the Museum of Underwater Art in which art installations have been placed on the sea floor alongside the coral,. Other activities include fishing the reef, cruising the archipelago on guided tours of the sandy cays and pristine wilderness or exploring the sea with jet skis, kayaks or paddleboards. Guests can also cruise over to Hinchinbrook Island, Australia’s largest island National Park, for hiking through dense rainforest, home to an array of flora and wildlife, to cascading waterfalls.

Mulligan Falls on Hinchinbrook Island, Queensland, Australia.

Protecting the surroundings and minimizing environmental impact is a major element of this project, from the all-solar operation of the residence providing a self-sustainable energy supply to a fund to help preserve the reef. The Reef Keepers Fund, created by Morris Group, supports organizations working to safeguard the reef including the Forever Reef Project , an initiative to collect living specimens of the world's coral species and preserve them in a living ‘coral ark’. The area near Pelorus Private Island was selected due to the diversity in species of coral. The same coral which guests of the island can freely observe.

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