Million Dollar Yacht or Affordable Explorer?
Join us as we embark on an exciting journey to explore two impressive explorer yachts tailored for high-latitude adventures. In our latest video, titled Million Dollar Yacht or Affordable Explorer?, we dive deep into the fascinating world of seafaring vessels designed for true exploration.
The first yacht showcased is a stunning, nearly brand-new model that boasts cutting-edge features and luxurious amenities, but comes with a price tag that far exceeds our budget. While it may epitomize the dream yacht for many, we recognize its potential isn’t realistic for our plans.
In contrast, we also take a look at an older yet equally capable vessel. This yacht, with its more approachable cost, feels like a feasible option that aligns with our vision for exploration. It may carry the marks of character and experience, but it resonates with our adventure-seeking spirit and commitment to self-reliant living.
Through this video, we not only evaluate the specifications of these two yachts but also discuss the essential elements that make a great explorer vessel. Whether you’re a sailing enthusiast or simply curious about life on the water, our exploration promises to spark your imagination and inspire future adventures.
Join us as we navigate our way through stunning designs and practical features, helping you decide which type of explorer yacht makes the most sense for your next adventure.
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How about a low bid on the first? If you get lucky you could sell it after a year and maybe get most of your money back? Then move on to new adventures.
We did not see much of the first boat, but what was shown looks very compact below deck!
Unless you know something I dont, Stabilisers only work when the ship is travelling forward through the water. There are ways of reducing (but not eliminating)roll when the ship is at anchor. BTW, in Europe those 'Chine rails' are called bilge keels. Have fun.
I’m sorry but that first boat looks like a hospital inside
Does YouTube have a rule about saying the word "million/s"? Why did you bleep that out? Really curious.
One thing I know for sure, Nikki looks GREAT!
that second boat has a lot more personality
If I could, I'd put an offer in on the Globemaster.. Very fitting since you'll be doing more remote travelling. Doesn't looks like you'll have to do much to it and has tons more storage, outdoor space.
Yeah the second boat matches you guys sooooo much better
That lift part on boat 1 gives you tons more counter space! I love that boat! I would upgrade the staircase to include safer footing landings than tubular slippery metal for sure!
Can't lie, pretty sweet boat, definitely make a offer in your range if you think it fits
Huge change from sailing. I always thought the cost of motoring was beyond expensive. As always love to see your video on Sunday morning. It is a weekly adventure for my wife and I. 🙂
FYI….
Aluminum doesnt rust, it corrodes. Salt air is very hard on aluminum and corrosion runs deep into aluminum so it is not just on the surface. (it is why no one wants to buy airplanes based along a coast). On any aluminum boat, get a deep dive corrosion inspection.
Gobe Master, and convert it to H2 (hydrogen) add lots of wind turbines to produce the H2,
DISHWASHER —– Just put dishes in a heavy duty net….
TOSS THEM OVERBOARD for 30 minutes and PRESTO —- Clean Dishes ! ! ! —- Your Welcome, Signed, ALWAYS THINKING !
The 1993 model looked perfect for two and had room enough to entertain. Do your upgraded electronics, and you have a boat for all your adventures. Exciting!!
Heidth is not and has never been a word.
Thanks for the tour of both boats. The first boat MUCH more appealing — newer systems, no rust, great dinghy storage options. Second boat — roll, roll, roll with the round bilge. Lousy outside lounging spaces, lousy dinghy storage, ancient electronics. Either boat will need stabilizers — they are a MUST in motorized passagemakers.
Make me wonder about her hating a dishwasher doesn't make her look good she needs to get over it
For me the only problem is the fuel cost in a motoryatch… in europe 1L of fuel for a boat is like 2Euros + and a 50ft boat does like 30-40-50 Galons an Hour
Love living vicariously through you as you shop for you new adventurous home!! Did some window shopping out of curiosity and saw a real beauty that, although might be a bit bigger or reaching the limits of your budget, looks like a real beauty. It's called Braveheart. It's offered by De Valk Yacht Brokers; it's currently in Turkey; 19.6 meters, built in 2010; offered at 895K euros; 2 John Deer engines; MANT'S stabilizers; sleeps 8; it's a VRIPACK TRAWLER 1960. Just thought it might be worth a look. It's SOOO pretty!!
Wow just said loved boat 1 but I love boat 2 too! These have been the best 2 so far!
I am glad to see that you guys are getting a better idea of what you want. And that you are kicking the tires from a lot of different angles. If the fueling didn't scare you off I hope you had fun on your cruise.
You can't beat a Nordhavn
In 5 years the cost of the Kompier boat could double due to fuel costs alone.
A trimaran could provide the stability you're looking for and are inherently faster. Also, Yes, you can put a stabilizer, specifically a gyro stabilizer, on a trimaran, as they can be installed on various types of boats and are not limited to monohulls. However, the need and effectiveness of a stabilizer on a trimaran depend on its design, as trimarans inherently have greater stability than monohulls due to their wider stance.
Looking forward to seeing your experience with the inside passage, I was planning on that for last year on my sailboat, that fell through we have been curious about doing it on a power boat too! Should be fun
The pull between sail and power is tough, for me originally (had a power boat 44' troller and moved to sailing) the stress level of the power boat was to high, and the constant sound of the motor made it more stressful.
Sailing was like meditation or yoga in comparison….ok there is still the work but you know what I mean!
Still for trips like the inside passage a motor and covered heated viewing areas could be the ticket!!
Second one job done.
Nikki and Jason, I always get lost in these walk around. A live key plan would be useful 😅.
Go through the rivers through Europe. First to the med, then an other way back to the Baltic Sea via the Danube. That will set you up for all the countries there, before going to Norway and up. Easily 2 -3 years content.
Just a quick thing. On most boats like this or personally craft. No Shoes. Please.
❤ Amsterdam
You should have shipped your HH to the Med, West Coast or Caribbean. Then had it fixed to your satisfaction. And enjoy. Used Motor yachts? Wait till the cash bleed starts…
I saw one major flaw in your "expedition yacht" search. That was Jason's comment – "it is an engine room". He needs to either lose that attitude or hire a full time engineer. The engine is perhaps the most important component on an expedition yacht. The engine rating is also critical on a boat where the engine(s) might/will be called on to run for days at a time. The $1M+ boat you looked at had a totally unsuitable Volvo D6 engine rated for pleasure use in a light planing vessel. The John Deere engines in the second boat were much better choices, but the specific model number are important to know. You want an engine rated for continuous duty such as the D9-355 in Gallivant. That engine has a M rating which says it is a commercial engine rated for continuous operation at less than maximum rated operation. That engine is a good choice for an expedition yacht. Another good choice would be a Lugger engine with a continuous rating. You need to learn about diesel engines. Depending on the hull form you may or may not need stabilizers. If you want to run stabilizers at anchor, you should look for a boat with a gyro stabilizer system. That sort of system will require running the generator.
Love first
Like second one
Looks fabulous
Looks strong and sturdy
I will miss the sails 😢
Stay wonderful ❤
Take your time,on your choices, thank you for taking us along with you guys,💜💜💜💯 I've will follow your journey anytime and anywhere, from a van , to curiosity ⛵⛵🚐🛥️🛥️ Northern California say hello
Apparently Jimmy Buffett's motoryacht is going up for auction ASAP. Cruising range over 4,000 miles. You might to take a fast look and place a lowball bid.
My last boat (A motoryacht) was called Gallivant!
Oh, cool. You folks are in for a treat. A wee bit of the inside passage and then into the PNW. Will be interesting to see if the weather holds for you to go on the outside of Vancouver Island or go through Johnston Strait. Either way, a beautiful trip. Enjoy. Oh, love either yacht you toured but I'd go anywhere in that Globemaster. That is an incredible yacht. Having worked aboard fishing vessels there in AK with Chine Rails they do slow the roll a bit but to make things more comfortable most working boats you'll see even there in Ketchikan will have stabilizer poles on both sides of the cabin with "fish" you toss in the water once the poles are down. They work very well up to 10-12ft seas and then the risk is too high of them coming clear of the water under pressure and doing damage. They are simple, low maint and quite effective really.
Flopper stoppers may be a better option for stopping the roll at anchor. Cheaper and no power requirements.
Are you not worried about being green? Any more? You’ve not mentioned pollution from the diesel engines?
Cute outfit!
Neither has sails
Why would the "docking helm" be on the starboard side, when you traditionally dock on the PORT side? That is, after all, why it is called the PORT side.
Love looking at possible boats for your next adventure!! Definitely sea trial the boat in some rougher water to truly see how the vessel handles it. You don’t want one that rocks and rolls a lot. Stabilizers are a must!! Good luck finding your new home!!😁🥰❤️
Without a doubt, the Dutch make great boats. But save yourself some time and just buy a Nordhavn. Awesome boats, awesome community.
Love them. BOTH