Few yachts on the water are as singularly legendary as OCTOPUS. Built for global exploration and refined through decades of serious cruising, she is a platform that opens doors to the farthest corners of the planet while delivering a level of comfort and capability unlike any other. With EYOS, OCTOPUS becomes the ultimate base for an expedition that links the wild drama of Patagonia with the icebound grandeur of Antarctica.
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From the Edge of South America
Patagonia is a place of scale and weather. Granite spires rise from fjords. Glaciers calve into steel‑blue channels. Winds sweep down from the ice fields and remind you how alive this landscape is. A voyage aboard OCTOPUS allows guests to move fluidly through this region, tracing remote coastlines, entering seldom‑visited fjords, and stepping ashore where access is usually reserved for seasoned explorers.
With helicopters, tenders, and an experienced expedition team, days in Patagonia can unfold in many ways. Scenic heli flights reveal the vastness of the Southern Ice Field. Zodiac landings lead to hikes through lenga forests or along glacial moraines. Wildlife encounters come naturally, from sea lions hauled out on rocky islets to condors riding thermals overhead. Evenings return you to a warm, elegant yacht anchored in complete silence.
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A Seamless Passage South
From Patagonia, the voyage continues toward Antarctica, crossing one of the most storied stretches of ocean on Earth. OCTOPUS was designed for passages like this. Her stability, ice‑strengthened hull, and long‑range capability make the journey south not just possible, but comfortable.
As the lush green of Patagonia’s fjords gives way to the ice of the Southern Ocean, anticipation builds. The light shifts. Icebergs appear on the horizon, drifting slowly away from the continent. Soon, the Antarctic Peninsula emerges, a world of glaciers, mountains, and wildlife that feels otherworldly and endless.
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Antarctica, With Time and Access
In Antarctica, OCTOPUS offers something increasingly rare: space and flexibility. With EYOS planning each day around conditions and interests, the itinerary remains fluid. Guests might land among vast penguin colonies in the morning, cruise through ice‑choked channels in the afternoon, and enjoy a quiet evening watching the sun skim the horizon.
Zodiac excursions bring you close to towering ice cliffs and calving glaciers. Guided walks reveal the subtle details of the Antarctic environment, from the texture of ancient lichen to the behavior of curious seals. For those seeking a broader perspective, helicopter operations unlock aerial views of the peninsula that few ever see.
Throughout it all, the yacht remains close. A warm welcome, refined cuisine, and inviting spaces to reflect and review the day’s discoveries are never far away.
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The OCTOPUS Difference
Commissioned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, M/Y Octopus was the largest private yacht ever when it launched in 2003. Today, she remains one of the largest private yachts in the world. Her size, however, is surpassed by the scale of her ambitions. Allen himself famously described her as “less a Bentley than a Range Rover,” because of the state-of-the-art equipment on board.
What sets OCTOPUS apart is not just her size or equipment, but the way everything works together. Expansive deck spaces, a bridge deck featuring a heated freshwater swimming pool with a retractable glass floor, multiple lounges, a cinema, spa facilities, and beautifully appointed staterooms accommodating 12 create an atmosphere that feels calm and considered, even at the edge of the world.
With EYOS orchestrating the journey, guests benefit from decades of polar experience, rigorous safety standards, and a deeply personalized approach. Every landing, flight, and route is chosen with intention, balancing adventure with comfort and respect for these fragile environments.
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A Rare Southern Hemisphere Journey
Exploring Patagonia and Antarctica aboard OCTOPUS is not simply a voyage from one destination to another. It is a continuous expedition that connects two of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth, experienced at a pace that allows for depth, spontaneity, and wonder.
For those who want to see the far south without compromise, this is exploration as it should be. Quietly ambitious. Thoughtfully executed. Entirely unforgettable.
Contact us to begin your journey.