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Inside Pearl 82: Sleek, stylish mini superyacht with many amenities
Imagine venturing deep into the ocean, surrounded by dark waters and embraced by crisp air… or being docked at Dubai Marina, hosting a soirée. The Pearl 82 offers both experiences, making it a must-consider yacht.
It’s well-equipped with balconies, five cabins, a hot tub, and a tender garage spacious enough for a RIB and jet ski. Often called a “scaled-down superyacht”, this yacht deserves a closer look.
Pricing
It starts at $5 million-plus (excluding VAT) with the largest 2,000 hp engines, while a mid-spec model with a passerelle, air conditioning, and essential extras costs around $7 million-plus (excluding VAT). For more accurate pricing, contact the representatives directly.
Driving
The Pearl 82 measures 25.3 metres long, with a 6.34-metre beam. Despite weighing 78.4 tonnes, it moves effortlessly, thanks to the twin 2,000 hp MAN V12 engines – the most powerful option. At just 2,000 rpm, it reaches 20 knots with ease and tops out at around 33 knots. Even at 25 knots, it’s barely working, consuming approximately 700 litres per hour. However, most cruising will likely be at 10-12 knots with Sleipner fin stabilisers for efficiency. The steering is also light and responsive. But where it shines is its ability to cover ground, especially in a straight line. The helm station is superb — comfortable, with a double bench for company and high windscreen for protection. Thrusters and throttles are easily reachable, the wheel is adjustable, and two large Garmin screens provide clear navigation and engine data. The flybridge and lower helm are also seamlessly connected, making transitions easy.
Flybridge
The flybridge has a scaled-down superyacht feel, with an optional hot tub for added luxury and a standard sunshade. Further in, there’s an area with cooling, cooking space, and storage, opposite a dinette, all under a standard hardtop. The sunroof, also standard, has tilt vanes for adjustable shade. A retractable TV is an option for movie nights. One notable characteristic is the easy access to the cockpit, raised pilot house, and port side deck. A signature Pearl touch is the windscreen extending back to the flybridge, bringing in extra natural light. The front deck, atop the owner’s cabin, offers a broad, flat space with a split layout: a dining area with a twist-opening table and a sunbathing section with popup backrests, a cooler, cup holders, and popup lights. Canopy slots provide optional shade.
On the deck
At the waterline, there’s a hydraulic bathing platform and a wide tender garage. It can fit a Williams SportJet 395 and a Sea-Doo Spark jet ski side by side, with a large sunpad above. Moving up the steps past the deck shower and mooring gear, you find a key feature — optional balconies, which are a great space to relax with a bean bag.
The cockpit features a clear starboard-side walkway to the foredeck. The layout is well planned — starboard is for guests, while port is for crew, with direct access to the galley. There are various cockpit layout options. The “Riviera” layout has a large sunpad and split tables — joinable for dining. Alternatively, the “Terrace” layout has benches, a centre table, and a glass transom — ideal for those who dine outdoors. There’s also a large servery and top-loading cooler.
Interior
Entry into the saloon is through fancy sliding doors. The Kelly Hoppen interior stands out — modern and refreshing for seasoned boaters, though not for everyone. The space is flooded with natural light from large windows, with a mirrored ceiling amplifying the effect. The aft seating area includes comfortable sofas and armchairs, with a large TV and centrally, there’s a beautiful Minotti dining table.
Down the starboard side, you have access to the owner’s cabin. On the port side, there’s a crew door leading to the functional, but not necessarily sociable, galley with a big cooktop, concealed refrigerated spaces, etc.
Owner’s stateroom
Drop down a couple of steps into the truly incredible owner’s stateroom with excellent lighting and headroom. The flat floor and beautiful underlighting add to the luxury. It also has a spacious bathroom. Then there’s direct access to what feels like your private terrace. When stationary, you can step out of bed, walk up the steps, and enjoy a morning coffee in the sun.
Accommodation
The lower deck has four guest cabins. The lobby area features storage, Kelly Hoppen design elements, and space for a conveniently located washer/dryer setup. The two twin cabins have two single beds that electrically slide together to form a double, plus a Pullman berth, for a third. Each has a private ensuite. Amidships, there are two identical VIP suites. The décor is dark, but underlighting creates a pleasant ambience. Each VIP bathroom has a separate shower cubicle.
Verdict
In this segment, there are yachts that offer some of what the Pearl 82 provides: the Azimut Grande 26M has a raised pilot house and main deck master, the Riva 82’ Diva features balconies, and the Galeon 800 Fly has a tender garage. However, none combine all as seamlessly as the Pearl 82. It also offers a large flybridge. The Pearl 82 isn’t just a floating vessel — it’s a sleek and stylish mini superyacht, equipped with many of the amenities found on larger superyachts. It comes well-packaged with an industry-leading five-year warranty, making it an indulgence that can also be seen as an “investment”.
