Fourteen luxury long-range cruiser yachts that go the distance.
The key ingredients to a long-range cruiser are a sturdy hull, comfort, reliable power, usability and, of course, range. The following vessels can go at least 1,100 nautical miles at cruising speed, all in luxurious comfort to the next destination—if there is one. Highly customizable and based on either one or two hulls, these long-haul cruiser yachts are engineering marvels that deliver fun and adventure.
CL Yachts
CL Yachts’ CLX96 has won several awards since her debut, offering a blend of luxury and long-range performance. The outdoor space is sometimes an afterthought on yacht design, but not on the CLX96 (96′ 9″ LOA, 24′ beam) that includes a flybridge with a bar and seating, a foredeck that has a massive circular sunbed, and an aft lounge with a full wet bar and abundant seating just steps from the beach club. Equal thought was paid to the interiors on the main deck offering an expansive salon with panoramic windows, a modern galley with professional-grade appliances, and an adjacent seating area the yacht builder dubs the “champagne lounge.” The lower deck includes a full-beam master with an ensuite and three other staterooms and space for the crew. CL Yachts is releasing the new flagship CLX99 (100′ LOA, 24′ beam) that uses the same hull as the CLX96 but with more interior and exterior space. clyachts.com
ILIAD Catamarans
The ILIAD 62 (62′ LOA, 27′ beam) boasts one of the longest-range capabilities in its class, delivering more than 3,500 nautical miles before refueling. Whether it’s an extended range (six knots) or a higher top speed (21 knots), the luxury catamaran with twin 600-hp Volvo Penta D8 diesel engines delivers the mail. The ILIAD 62 features expansive living areas including a flybridge with a galley available in an open or fully enclosed design. A foredeck with sun loungers and cockpit is integrated with the main galley and salon. ILIAD can customize the catamaran’s layouts for private or charter use, offering three or four cabins with terrific headroom featuring oversized ensuites. For extended voyages, a dedicated laundry or office can be incorporated into the owner’s hull or separate crew quarters with bow access. iliadcatamarans.com
Marlow Yachts
Marlow Yachts’ new 90V (97′ LOA, 22′ 6″ beam) delivers performance and range without compromising luxury. Thanks to an efficient hull design, lightweight construction, and twin 2,000-hp Caterpillar C32B diesel engines, the 90V has a range of over 3,500 nautical miles at 9 knots with a top speed of up to 28 knots. The tri-deck yacht is highly customizable from the hull paint color to the layout. The salon has a long sofa and a two-tiered custom bar with a wine cooler and fridge. A nearby galley comes with top-shelf appliances including a full-height Sub-Zero fridge/freezers and a Wolf induction cooktop with a 30-inch convection oven. The master suite can go on the main level or below and features a king berth with an adjoining head. In addition to a VIP stateroom, living accommodations include twin guest cabins and crew quarters. marlowyachts.com
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Ocean Alexander
As the entry-level addition to the Legend Series, owners won’t be left wanting with Ocean Alexander’s new luxurious 28L (95′ 1″ LOA, 23′ 1″ beam). Based on the popular 32L, highlights include a forward main deck dining room that leads to a spacious galley. An innovative pocket door system allows for versatility, ideal for family and social occasions. The expansive skylounge provides direct access to the yacht’s exterior aft deck, which features an alfresco dining/lounge area with a buffet bar and barbecue. Four staterooms with private heads on the lower deck can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests, while two crew cabins are aft. With a pair of 1,600-hp MTU diesel engines and a 3,850-gallon fuel tank, Ocean Alexander’s 28L delivers an extended cruising range in comfort. oceanalexander.com
Leopard Catamarans
“This is no sailing catamaran” was the comment as Leopard ditched the mast and started from scratch to design hulls that slice through the water for the best possible ride in all conditions at motoryacht, not sailing yacht, speeds. The Leopard 53 (50′ 6″ LOA, 25′ 2″ beam) is the flagship that tops the power range, offering a max speed of 24 knots and a range of 1,180 nautical miles at 9.5 knots. With three- or four-cabin layouts, a galley aft centered between the salon and covered cockpit dining, a flybridge for both sunbathing and driving with all-round visibility, and a hydraulic platform aft to carry the tender, livability while cruising is what it’s all about. leopardcatamarans.com
Kadey-Krogen Yachts
Kadey-Krogen’s in-house design and engineering team is behind the 60 Open (63′ 1″ LOA, 19′ 6″ beam) and the evolution of the Ocean Series. Based on the successful 50 Open, the Krogen 60 Open incorporates the same open living concept, joining the salon and galley area with the pilothouse. The helm has two seats to allow the captain and mate to pilot the 60 Open. The port and starboard doors let in the breezes and provide easy access to the side decks while maneuvering. Belowdecks, an ensuite master amidships utilizes the 60 Open’s nearly 20-foot beam, and additional accommodations include a queen berth forward and a stateroom to port with twin beds. Twin 200-hp John Deere 4045 diesels and hull design deliver a range of more than 4,005 nautical miles cruising at seven knots. kadeykrogen.com
Nordhavn
Those shopping for a yacht with ocean-crossing capability might consider two new offerings from Nordhavn. The Nordhavn 51 (50′ 9″ LOA, 15′ 8″ beam, above) is a two-stateroom passagemaker with ensuite heads plus a day head. The yacht has a 3,000-nautical mile range at 7-8 knots when paired with 160-hp John Deere diesel engines and a 1,450-gallon fuel tank. Her sistership, the Nordhavn 71 (71′ 10″ LOA, 22′ 6″ beam), is available as a three-stateroom layout with a skylounge or a fourth stateroom in place of the skylounge. Panoramic windows let light into the salon, which features a fully equipped galley and a large dining area. The N71 has a range of 3,000 nautical miles cruising at eight knots. nordhavn.com
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Ferretti Yachts
With a range of more than 1,200 nautical miles, Ferretti Yachts’ new INFYNITO 80 (77′ 9″ LOA, 20′ 9″ beam) has a fuel-efficient hull and photovoltaic panels to reduce her environmental footprint. The main deck features an all-season terrace that leads to the customizable main lounge and dining area. Up top, the sundeck is available in open or semi-open versions, while the flybridge has a dining area for eight people. Accommodations include four double cabins with the master and crew quarters amidships. Twin MAN V8 1200 diesel engines give the yacht a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 20 knots. Solar panels on the hardtop and the terrace via its Energy Bank can power the yacht for up to eight hours at anchor. ferretti-yachts.com
Maritimo
Maritimo updated the hull on the M600 (60′ 11″ LOA, 17′ 2″ beam) to improve fuel efficiency and stability for the long-range cruiser. With a pair of Volvo Penta D13 diesel engines and a 1,200-gallon fuel tank, the M600 has a range of more than 1,000 nautical miles cruising at 10 knots. In addition to the performance improvements, Maritimo improved the galley, upper cockpit deck, and salon. The skylounge uses all the boat’s 17-foot beam as does the master stateroom with a king berth and a private ensuite. The M600 can sleep up to six people in three cabins. The Australian builder reworked the transom and lower cockpit space, offering an optional garage for water toys. maritimoamericas.com
Sirena Yachts
Whether going on an extended cruise with the spouse or weekends with the family, the Sirena 78 (82′ LOA, 21′ 3″ beam) is the complete package. Sirena offers three flybridge options: open, semi-enclosed, or fully enclosed with the latter two versions boasting large windows to let in lots of natural light. A foredeck area has a convertible sofa, sunpad, and settees to create an alfresco lounge. The main deck has a spacious galley and can be customized with an island or wraparound layout. Sirena offers the 78 with three interior styles created by Cor D. Rover. Accommodations include four cabins with private heads and a crew cabin. Naval architect Germán Frers designed the Sirena 78’s hull, which has a range of 1,550 nautical miles at 10 knots with twin 1,450-hp MAN diesel engines. sirenayachts.com
Arksen Yachts
Arksen Yachts builds explorer-style yachts for long-range adventures. The company’s latest additions, the Arksen 85 (89′ 6″ LOA, 23′ beam) and Arksen 65 (67′ 1″ LOA, 16′ 1″ beam, above) have a range of 7,000 and 3,700 nautical miles, respectively. Both are built from 70 percent aluminum-based recycled content, delivering a high strength-to-weight ratio, low maintenance, and long lifespan. The Arksen 85 is available in various interior and exterior layouts. Owners can opt for the full-beam master suite on the main deck or below with three guest cabins and crew quarters. The Arksen 65 is perfect for couples, families, or small groups looking for self-sufficient cruising. She has three cabins with private ensuites on the lower deck, including a full-beam master forward and two twin cabins. arksen.com
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Grand Banks
Imagine being able to travel nearly 3,000 nautical miles before refueling and there’s not a sail attached. That’s the efficiency of the V-Warp hull on the Grand Banks 85 when paired with either 1,000-hp Volvo Penta IPS 1350s or 1,300-hp MAN V8 diesel engines and a 2,640-gallon fuel tank. The GB85 (87′ 2″ LOA, 22′ 2″ beam) comes in either an open or enclosed-flybridge version with buyers able to customize layouts and finishes. On the main floor, there is a U-shaped settee and sofa, a galley with professional-grade appliances, a dining area, and stairs to the flybridge. Below, the layout can be customized and features a full-beam master stateroom with king-size berth and his-and-hers sinks amidships. Other sleeping arrangements can be designed for guests or additional crew space. Grand Banks is adding to its long-range cruiser lineup with the GB62 (68′ 10″ LOA, 19′ 2″ beam) that will debut in early 2025. grandbanks.com
Bering Yachts
Based off the successful Bering 88, Bering Yachts added 20 feet in length to create the new Bering 105 (105′ 6″ LOA, 26′ 8″ beam). Bering kept the accommodations for 10 guests (plus seven crew members), using the additional space to expand the interior and exterior. With luxurious suites on the upper and main decks for the owner and VIP, belowdecks are the remaining cabins with private heads. A spacious swim platform provides easy access to the water, and the beach club can be customized to include a spa or a gym. Designed for long-range cruising, the B105 tops 4,000 nautical miles thanks to the yacht’s 13,208-gallon fuel capacity. The steel-hull yacht is powered by a pair of 500-hp engines and cruises at 10 knots with a top speed of 13 knots. beringyachts.com
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Silent Yachts
Thanks to an array of solar panels, Silent Yachts’ new Silent 62 3-Deck catamaran has virtually unlimited range. The Silent 62 (61′ 9″ LOA, 29′ 5″ beam) has twin electric motors (up to 340kW) and a 286kWh battery bank, cruising at 6-8 knots. Although the yacht does have a generator, the Silent 62’s large 16.8kW array will cover most daily use. The Silent 62 3-Deck has nearly 2,600 square feet of deck space, allowing owners to create rich entertaining areas with deep sofas and loungers. The main salon that features a comfortable lounge and dining area is open with panoramic views. Depending on the configuration, the Silent 62 features four to six ensuite cabins that can sleep up to 12 people. silent-yachts.com
-by Gregg Mansfield
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