Santa Cruz de Tenerife made history yesterday by welcoming Kensho, the world’s finest luxury yacht as recognised by the esteemed World Superyacht Awards. Measuring an impressive 71 metres in length and 13 metres wide, this luxurious vessel is staying at the port until Thursday (March 20th), before heading to Gibraltar.
Kensho, which flies the flag of the Cayman Islands, has accommodation for up to 16 guests in eight exquisite suites, each with its own private bathroom. The master cabin, uniquely located on the upper forward deck where the wheelhouse would typically be, features a spacious living room, a private office, and direct access to a terrace complete with a Jacuzzi.
The owner's suite is a standout feature, showcasing four interconnecting rooms designed in a traditional Japanese style, adorned with silk-embroidered panels and boasting a stunning bathtub carved from a single block of marble. In addition to the guest accommodations, the yacht provides separate quarters for up to 20 crew members.
With an estimated value of around €110 million, Kensho commands weekly rental rates starting at €900,000 and a daily rate estimated at €150,000. The yacht is owned by Udo Müller, a German billionaire and CEO of Ströer Media.
Kensho’s arrival coincided with the presence of another luxury yacht, Arbema, which has frequented the Port of Santa Cruz in the past. Alongside these opulent vessels, five cruise ships, the Marella Discovery 2, Le Dumont-D, Vasco Da Gama, Sky Princess, and La Belle des Oceans, are also docked at the port, collectively accommodating over 7,600 tourists.
The Marshall Islands-registered Arbema, measuring 72 metres in length and 13 metres wide, will remain in Santa Cruz until Friday, before departing for Cartagena. This yacht can host 12 guests in a lavish suite and five additional cabins, served by a crew of 12 in six cabins.
As Santa Cruz de Tenerife continues to solidify its position as a premier destination for luxury cruises and yachts, today’s historic docking of Kensho further enhances the port’s reputation in the global maritime arena.
