How Much is Jeff Bezos Yacht?

Koru was delivered to Jeff Bezos in early 2023 after being built at the Oceanco shipyard in Alblasserdam, Netherlands, with naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects. Most reported estimates put its construction cost at around $500 million. At 127 meters or 417 feet, it is one of the largest sailing yachts in the world. The name “Koru” is a Maori word that symbolizes new beginnings. Bezos took delivery around the time he and Lauren Sanchez became engaged.

The Real Cost is Not Just $500 Million

The build price is the headline, but the true cost of Jeff Bezos’s yacht is a stack of numbers most people never add up. Here is the honest data:

A useful rule of thumb in yachting: expect annual running costs of around 10% of a yacht’s build value. Koru reported approximately 30 million per year, which lines up almost exactly with that, and which is why how much is it worth and how much does it cost to keep are two very different questions. 

Koru’s Full Specifications

Every figure below shows the most consistently reported specs across marine industry sources.

Who Designed Koru, and the Mermaid Controversy

Koru’s exterior has been widely reported as inspired by billionaire Barry Diller’s sailing yacht Eos but built on a far larger scale. Its most talked-about feature is the wooden figurehead on the prow, which is a mermaid that many assumed was modeled on Lauren Sanchez.

Bezos has pushed back on that reading, saying it depicts Freyja, the Norse goddess associated with love and beauty, rather than his wife. It is a small detail, but it captures something real about Koru. Almost every design choice on this yacht has become a public talking point, which, as we will see, is part of the problem.

The Hidden Costs Nobody Quotes: You can Barely Use It

The most expensive thing about Koru is its usability. At 417 feet, the yacht is so large it has repeatedly been shut out of the very places its owner wants to be:

• Rotterdam, 2022: Koru was so tall that there were plans to temporarily dismantle part of the historic De Hef (Koningshaven) bridge so it could reach open water. After public outcry, it was towed out without its masts fitted instead. 
• Monaco, 2025: The yacht was reportedly denied a mooring during the Formula 1 Grand Prix because of its size. 
• Venice, 2025: During Bezos and Sanchez’s wedding, Koru could not get near the lagoon; it was too big for the approach. 
• Florida: Earlier reporting noted it was too large for many private marinas near Bezos’ homes, forcing it to anchor alongside tankers and container ships. 

That’s the paradox of the world’s most expensive sailing yachts: the bigger and more valuable they get, the fewer places will actually let them in.

2026 Update: Is Bezos Selling Koru?

In May 2026, Page Six reported that Bezos was quietly shopping Koru, with sources suggesting the yacht had simply become too large and too recognizable to enjoy. Days later, a representative for Bezos flatly denied it, telling reporters: “This is not true.” So as of this update, there is no confirmed sale. The reporting remains a rumor that Bezos’s camp has denied. We will update you if anything changes.

How Koru Compares to Other Giant Yachts?

Koru is enormous, but it is not the most expensive yacht ever built.

Koru stands out less for its price and more for its category. It is one of the largest sailing yachts in the world, a far rarer engineering feat than a comparable motor yacht.

Can You Charter Jeff Bezos’s Yacht?

No. Koru is Bezos’s private yacht and is not available for charter. You can’t rent Koru at any price. But here is the good news if the idea of stepping aboard a superyacht is what brought you here:

You can charter a superyacht of your own in Dubai. While Koru itself is off-limits, the same world of glass-walled decks, jacuzzis, professional crews, and open-water luxury is very much available on the Dubai coast by the hour or the day. If you want to experience the Koru lifestyle rather than just read about it, explore our luxury yacht charters in Dubai and we will match you to the right vessel and package. 

It is the closest most of us will get to a $500 million sailing yacht, and unlike Koru, you are actually allowed on board.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is Jeff Bezos’s yacht worth?

The build cost is estimated at around $500 million. Total ownership costs are considerably higher due to the Abeona support vessel (approx. $75 million) and approx. $30 million per year to operate.

How big is Koru?

It is 127 meters (417 feet), which makes it one of the largest sailing yachts in the world.

Who built the Koru yacht for Jeff Bezos?

Dutch shipyard Oceanco, with naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects.

How many crew does Koru need?

Around 36 crew, with room for 18 guests across 9 cabins.

Is Bezos selling Koru?

A May 2026 Page Six report claimed he was shopping it, but a representative denied it. As of this update, there is no confirmed sale.

Can I charter Koru?

No. It is strictly private. But you can charter a comparable luxury yacht in Dubai.

Sources

• BOAT International, Koru: specifications and build details
• Page Six (May 2026): reporting on the rumoured sale of Koru and its denial
• Realtor.com (May 2026): coverage of Koru’s size, features and ownership costs
• Robb Report: estimated approx. $30 million annual operating cost