A pedigreed explorer yacht that rarely comes to market. KING BENJI became an overnight star, featured on the cover of BOAT International in March 2024 at launch and later winning Best Interior Design at the 2025 Design & Innovation Awards. Few yachts in the sought-after 45–50m category have received such immediate and ongoing acclaim.

Conceived by designer Greg Marshall, KING BENJI reimagines the 45m explorer Big Fish. The yacht centers social life around an elevated teppanyaki bar with sweeping views, offers 10 dining areas, a crow’s nest with 360° panorama, and large window seating with cinematic ocean views. The owner’s deck connects fore and aft for natural airflow and features an outdoor rain shower and Japanese-style hot-and-cold plunge pools overlooking the bow.

The expansive aft deck with a 10-tonne crane doubles as a lounge and adventure hub, carrying a 12m Nor-Tech tender, jet skis, eFoils, Seabobs, scuba and sportfishing gear, towables, floating platforms, a giant waterslide, and climbing frame.

Interiors by Mark Tucker’s team at Design Unlimited blend wood, leather, and bamboo for a warm, inviting feel. Floor-to-ceiling, sill-less sliding doors flood the main saloon and sky lounge with natural light, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Guest areas feature distinctive marine-themed design and flexible bedding (twins or king).

KING BENJI is a 47-meter explorer yacht offering exceptional volume, long-range cruising, and a versatile layout suited for both private ownership and charter. Built with a steel hull and composite superstructure, she combines expedition capability, stability, and refined onboard living—making her a standout opportunity in the global explorer yacht market.

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Main Salon

Upon entering the main salon, guests are immediately welcomed into a warm, inviting space that feels both residential and expansive. The open-plan layout creates a seamless connection between interior and exterior living, enhanced by generous glazing that floods the space with natural light and offers uninterrupted views of the surrounding seascape. Soft furnishings, refined finishes, and excellent sightlines create an atmosphere ideal for relaxing, entertaining and socializing.

Breakfast Bar

Moving forward, the breakfast bar serves as a stylish and informal gathering point for guests. Framed by large panoramic windows, this bright and airy space is perfect for casual dining, morning coffee, or evening cocktails. The natural light and connection to the exterior create a relaxed café-style ambiance, encouraging guests to linger and enjoy the surroundings.

Galley

The open-plan galley overlooks the breakfast bar, allowing seamless interaction between guests and crew while maintaining efficient service flow. Large windows provide excellent natural light, creating a pleasant working environment for the culinary team. A dedicated pantry area offers ample storage and organization, supporting extended cruising and high-level hospitality operations.

Owner's Deck

This entire deck is dedicated exclusively to the owner, providing a private sanctuary elevated above the main living areas. The open-plan owner’s lounge overlooks the aft deck and offers a serene retreat for relaxation, private entertaining, or quiet work time. Expansive windows enhance the sense of space and connection to the environment.

The master suite is designed as a true haven of comfort and tranquillity. Large sliding doors and panoramic windows invite abundant natural light while opening directly to private exterior spaces. The luxurious ensuite features a generous steam shower that flows seamlessly to a private outdoor shower area - offering a spa-like experience with complete privacy and connection to the sea.

Fore Deck

The foredeck offers a beautifully arranged relaxation zone centered around a large plunge pool and multiple seating areas. This space provides exceptional privacy and panoramic forward views, making it ideal for sunbathing, daytime lounging, or sunset gatherings. The elevated position delivers excellent airflow and uninterrupted vistas, enhancing the sense of escape and serenity.

Bridge Deck

The bridge deck serves as a vibrant entertainment hub and social focal point onboard. Designed for hosting and enjoyment, this space features a large tv, generous seating areas, and an energetic atmosphere perfect for gatherings. The teppanyaki grill acts as a central centrepiece, creating an interactive dining experience ideal for cocktail evenings, themed dinners, live cooking demonstrations, and memorable karaoke nights. This deck effortlessly transitions from daytime relaxation to lively evening entertainment.

Observation Pod (Crow's Nest)

One of the yacht’s most distinctive features, the observation pod offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views unmatched anywhere onboard. Elevated above the decks, this unique space is perfect for intimate dining, quiet reading, marine life spotting, or simply absorbing the surrounding scenery. Whether enjoying a sunrise coffee, a romantic dinner, or watching dolphins play in the wake, the crow’s nest delivers an unforgettable and highly marketable experiential feature.

Overview

KING BENJI has been designed to meet the demands of serious chartering and cruising while delivering the comfort and refinement while still offering the luxurious experience. Her explorer platform provides the autonomy, stability, and operational resilience required for extended voyages, remote destinations, and variable sea conditions. At the same time, her generous interior volume and well-planned deck spaces create a relaxed and elegant onboard environment ideal for entertaining, family cruising and charter operations.

Machinery & Systems

The engine room and technical spaces are designed for accessibility, reliability, and redundancy. Systems are configured to support extended cruising with efficient fuel consumption and robust onboard management. Maintenance access is excellent, contributing to lower operating risk and long-term asset preservation.

Charter & Investment Appeal

King Benji presents a very strong charter appeal due to her explorer capability, flexible layout, unique design, generous exterior spaces, and operational reliability. Her size places her in a highly sought-after market segment with strong global demand. For investors, the yacht offers attractive resale positioning supported by operational pedigree and enduring market relevance. The most sought after charter yacht of its size and category with a well-established charter crew.

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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.