47M (154 feet) Explorer

A large luxury yacht with a helicopter on the top deck and a New Zealand flag at the stern, set against a plain dark background. 47-meter wavepiercer superyacht by New Zealand Yachts and design by Ken Frevokh.

The 47M Explorer is a long-range wavepiercer designed for owners who seek to go farther—without sacrificing refinement. At 154 feet, this superyacht combines bold expedition capability with elegant, sculptural styling.

Built on New Zealand Yachts’ proprietary twin-hull wavepiercer platform, she delivers exceptional range, reduced motion, and quiet power at sea. A helipad, forward-deck spa, and expansive guest areas make her equally suited for adventurous exploration and gracious hosting. This is not a vessel for the ordinary route. This is a yacht for new frontiers.

Crafted in collaboration with iconic yacht designer Ken Freivokh, this flagship vessel represents the future of performance yachting—quietly powerful, unmistakably sculptural, and completely bespoke.

Cross-section illustration of a luxury yacht interior with multiple levels, including bedrooms, living areas, and a staircase, showcasing modern design and spacious layout.
A luxury yacht with multiple decks, featuring outdoor sitting areas and a swimming pool, docked in calm waters with people relaxing and swimming around it.
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Top view blueprint of a yacht with multiple interior rooms, a swimming pool at the aft, and multiple lounge areas with outdoor seating.

Owner’s Deck

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Bridge Deck

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Main Deck

Crew and Tender Deck

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Machinery and Stores Deck

The Explorer’s layout is designed to support extended voyages and multiple guest parties with ease.

She features six staterooms, including a dedicated captain’s suite, and can accommodate up to 12 guests and 14 crew.

With a beam that allows for spacious main-deck living, the yacht includes side-by-side lounges and dining areas, ideal for entertaining.

The spa pool on the bow offers panoramic relaxation, while the aft helipad provides convenient access to remote destinations.

Crew quarters and service routes are thoughtfully separated for seamless, discreet operation throughout.

  • Guests 12

    Crew 14

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47-meter wavepiercer yacht, a large luxury yacht sailing on the water with a helicopter flying nearby and a small boat on the upper deck. Rendering by Ken Frevokh for New Zealand Yachts.

Interior layouts and material palettes are fully customizable to the owner’s lifestyle and aesthetic.

An Experience as Exceptional as the Vessel

Each yacht begins with a private consultation and evolves into a fully custom commission—designed around your lifestyle, destinations, and aesthetic vision. From conception to sea trial, we offer a deeply personal process that ensures no two vessels are ever the same.

 

Let’s Begin

To discuss commissioning your luxurious waivepiercer, please contact us directly.

We offer complete discretion and personalized service from the very first conversation.