In total, the SeaXplorer 77 will be able to hold 25 crew members and 12 passengers with six opulent suites. Illustraion / Supplied, Damenseaxplorer
In total, the SeaXplorer 77 will be able to hold 25 crew members and 12 passengers with six opulent suites. Illustraion / Supplied, Damenseaxplorer
Taking the world of adventure yachting to new heights, one expedition vessel comes complete with two Airbus helicopters.
The 252-foot SeaXplorer 77, from Dutch ship builders Damen, has been commissioned by an unnamed client who has a passion for the outdoors and wants to use the choppers for heliskiing andtouching down in remote places.
Explaining the inspiration behind his luxury cruiser, the anonymous owner said: 'Some people think that fans of outdoor activities should stay in fleabag motels and dry their wet socks on radiators.
'I believe that you can combine the most active outdoor adventures and sports with ultimate comfort.'
In total, the SeaXplorer 77 will be able to hold 25 crew members and 12 passengers with six opulent suites.
After working up an appetite on the slopes, guests can return to five-star cuisine rustled up in the spacious galley.
Taking the world of adventure yachting to new heights, one expedition vessel comes complete with two Airbus helicopters. Illustration / Supplied, Damenseaexplorer
Moving to the outside area, there will be a fully-certified landing deck for the helicopters and an enclosed hangar to protect them from the elements.
So that the yacht can operate in icy waters, it will be built with a reinforced ice-class hull.
It is understood the owner of the boat wanted two helicopters as operating in remote areas is notoriously difficult with 'unpredictable turbulence' and 'the possibility of poor visibility'.
The 252-foot SeaXplorer 77, from Dutch builder Damen, has been commissioned by an unnamed client who has a passion for the outdoors and wants to use the choppers for heliskiing. Photo / Getty
Therefore a back up mode of transport is described as being 'more of a necessity than a luxury'.
The SeaXplorer 77 is scheduled to be launched in 2020 and Damen declined to give any word on price.
Computer renderings give an idea of what the slick vessel will look like, with a fairly classic appearance bar the huge helideck.
Further bolstering its explorer credentials, the SeaXplorer 77 will be able to operate for 40 days at sea without refuelling.