MONDO MARINE - Explorer - For Sale

The ExplorerfromMONDO MARINEis a 165 ft (50.5 m)motor yachtconceived as anexpedition yachtwith a robuststeel hull. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales, it combines substantial volume, practical layout, and purposeful engineering for serious passagemaking.

Selecting a Explorer

Choosing the Explorer means prioritizing capability and comfort. As an expedition yachtbuilt byMONDO MARINE, it offers a single Deutz inboard diesel powerplant, a bulb keel configuration, and steel decks over asteel hullfor durability. With accommodations for up to 12 and generous fuel and water capacities, it suits owners who need a capablemotor yachtfor extended time aboard with a professional crew.

Features of the Model

• Model: ExplorerbyMONDO MARINE
• Classification: motor yacht; purpose-builtexpedition yacht
• Hull and deck: steel hullwith steel decks
• Hull configuration: Bulb Keel
• Interior designer: Studio Lissoni
• Single-engine propulsion: 1 x Deutz, Inboard, Diesel
• Speeds: 12 kn (13.81 mph) cruise; 15 kn (17.26 mph) max
• Generous volume: 783 gross tons
• Capacity: accommodations for up to 12; 8 heads; crew area with 7 cabins and 13 berths
• Endurance-minded tankage: 27,738.06 gal fuel; 5,283.44 gal fresh water

Technical Specifications

• Builder: MONDO MARINE
• Model: Explorer
• Category: motor yacht/expedition yacht
• Hull material: steel hull
• Deck material: Steel
• Hull configuration: Bulb Keel
• LOA: 165 ft (50.5 m)
• Beam: 32 ft (9.8 m)
• Draft (min): 9.843 ft (3 m)
• Gross tonnage: 783
• Engines: 1 x Deutz, Inboard, Diesel
• Speed (cruise/max): 12 kn (13.81 mph) / 15 kn (17.26 mph)
• Accommodations: up to 12
• Heads: 8
• Crew: 7 cabins; 13 berths
• Fuel capacity: 27,738.06 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 5,283.44 gal
• Interior designer: Studio Lissoni

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing, availability, and order scheduling for the ExplorerbyMONDO MARINEare available on request. Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for detailed quotes, build options, and to arrange a private consultation tailored to your program.

Questions and Answers

Q: What defines the Exploreras anexpedition yacht? A: It combines asingle Deutz inboard diesel,Bulb Keelhull configuration, and asteel hull—a specification set aligned with the demands of an expedition-capable platform within themotor yachtsegment.

Q: What are the key dimensions and volume? A: The yacht measures 165 ft (50.5 m) LOA, with a32 ft (9.8 m) beamand9.843 ft (3 m) minimum draft, and has783 gross tonsof volume.

Q: How does it perform underway? A: Powered by 1 x Deutz(Inboard, Diesel), theExploreroffers a12 kn (13.81 mph) cruising speedand15 kn (17.26 mph) maximum speed.

Q: How many people can it accommodate and what about crew? A: There are accommodations for up to 12with8 heads, plus a dedicated crew area featuring7 cabins and 13 berthsfor professional operation.

Q: What capacities and design details stand out? A: Notable features include 27,738.06 gal fueland5,283.44 gal fresh watercapacities,steel decks, and interiors byStudio Lissoni. For acquisition details, contactAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to ExplorerbyMONDO MARINEfor long-range world cruising and expedition use. The best-documented example, Tribù (50m), logged multiple global voyages between 2007 and 2013—about 9,000 hours and roughly 90,000 miles—showing the focus on seakeeping and sustained passages. Underway, the displacement explorer hull trades sprint performance for stability, with typical cruise figures in the low- to mid-teens (around 12–15 knots) and reassuring behavior in heavy weather.

On board, owners point to minimalist, contemporary interiors on projects like Tribù, with Studio Lissoni/Luca Dini touches, a large owner’s suite, office and gym. Layouts consistently prioritize large staterooms, extensive deck areas and substantial toy/tender stowage; examples cite six guest cabins, accommodations for up to 12 crew, a large galley and walk-in storage to support long stays and family cruising.

Long miles inevitably bring maintenance: heavy-use Exploreryachts have undergone major technical refits, and recent listings note repeated refit history (including a 2025 refit on Tribù). Several builds specify Deutz/MWM main engines, which favors planning for specialist parts and service, especially when voyaging remotely. As one broker summarized on a Tribù sale listing, “no penny has been spared in her maintenance,” reflecting the care these vessels command when kept expedition-ready.

Pros and Cons

• Proven long-range pedigree, with Tribù logging ~9,000 hours and ~90,000 miles over multiple world cruises.
• Robust seakeeping from a displacement explorer hull inspires confidence in heavy-weather passages.
• Layouts support autonomy and family cruising with large staterooms, generous deck space and ample tender/toy stowage.
• Modest cruise speeds (roughly 12–15 knots) compared to similarly sized planing yachts.
• Heavy world cruising typically leads to significant refit cycles and associated downtime.
• Deutz/MWM engine specifications on several builds may require specialist parts and service planning, especially in remote regions.

Comparison with Other Models