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Iconic helipads onboard superyachts

From sea to sky, discover some of the world's most iconic helipads onboard superyachts with a curated selection by SuperYacht Times. 

From sea to sky: Iconic helipads onboard superyachts

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/216163/image/large-6d534ab187497a8d1e15b5b822127fc4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/216163">Currently on a round-the-world tour, the 77-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> was recently captured at anchor in the Maxwell Bay in Antarctica. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> as its flagship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11630" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen SeaXplorer 7776.9m (252'4&quot;)">SeaXplorer</a> vessel, the yacht was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a> for unlimited global cruising in some of the most remote destinations around the world. Onboard, her neutral and charter-friendly interior design comes from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vasiliy Shprits Studio (Company)">Vasiliy Sphrits</a>. Built as an IMO Polar Code compliant yacht with an ice-classed hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> can operate with 40 days of full autonomy and is kitted out with a submersible, two commercially-certified and operated helicopters, two snow scooters and a fully-certified dive centre. Take a closer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First Look: Inside the 77m SeaXplorer superyacht La Datcha (2021-01-08 17:00:00 +0100)">look on board here</a>.

Explorer yacht La Datcha in Antarctica

The 77m explorer yacht La Datcha is seen here anchored in Antarctica.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196085/image/large-4163a55c2862c2159f06967e1501d9da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196085">Currently on a round-the-world tour after being delivered at the end of 2020, seen here in Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula is the 77-metre explorer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a>. Offered as part of the Tinkoff collection of luxury homes, the purpose-built expedition yacht by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/damen-yachting" target="_blank">Damen Yachting</a> was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a> with an interior by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/vasiliy-shprits-studio" target="_blank">Vasiliy Sphrits</a>. As the same designers behind the Tinkoff Collection properties, the interior specialists created a style that was neutral and charter-friendly. Built as an IMO Polar Code compliant yacht with an ice-classed hull, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/la-datcha-77m" target="_blank">La Datcha</a> can operate with 40 days of full autonomy and is kitted out with two commercially certified and operated helicopters housed in a dedicated hangar hidden beneath the helipad. Take a closer look on board <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First Look: Inside the 77m SeaXplorer superyacht La Datcha (2021-01-08 17:00:00 +0100)">here</a>.

77m explorer La Datcha in Kamchatka

The Dutch-built explorer La Datcha currently cruising the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. 

The 77m explorer La Datcha in Kamchatka

The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/la-datcha-delivered-round-the-world-trip" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">just-delivered</a> 76.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> is built to reach the world's most far-fetched destinations in style. Her six decks not only offer front-row seats for some of nature's best scenes, but are a luxury sanctuary for her guests after a day of full-on adventure. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184116/image/large-e3806ff9fe54d80cab8f0d6a0e90e60b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184116">Offered as part of the Tinkoff collection of luxury homes, the purpose-built expedition yacht by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vasiliy Shprits Studio (Company)">Vasiliy Sphrits</a>. As the same designers behind the Tinkoff Collection properties, the interior specialists created a style that was neutral and charter-friendly with the occasional quirk. Guests will notice the Arctic ice-inspired bar in the main saloon, an observation lounge that sits 9 metres above the water, a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/10-ways-in-which-yachteye-could-improve-your-superyacht-guest-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">YachtEye infotainment system</a> and custom-made furniture with animal motifs in each of the seating areas. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184117/image/large-787a78cc650ec9dff8a01da166e65aa1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184117"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184118/image/large-0ddc5350441e54b34f5b851b4c831c3f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184118">On board, 12 guests have the choice of six elegant staterooms, including two masters and one VIP suite. Also dedicated to guest's relaxation is the yacht's wellness centre which includes a Turkish Hammam, an ice fountain shower and massage room. Nearby are the fully-equipped gym and dive centre with a Jacuzzi found on deck. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184114/image/large-55991c7837977fc1bbc2e17628d4a413.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184114"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184121/image/large-a78bebd84a983ccb2cf34f65f672200a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184121">Being IMO Polar Code compliant with an ice-classed hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> can operate with 40 days of full autonomy and is kitted out with two commercially-certified and operated helicopters housed in an electronically-operated hangar hidden under the helipad. Also stored on board are two beach lander tenders, two expeditions RIBs, a three-person submersible and two snowscooters – all custom designed to give guests unlimited access to their environment. &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184119/image/large-cdf3d7487b65574ac75e95d4865b9d79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184119"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/azure-naval-architects" target="_blank">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a> worked together with <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/damen-yachting" target="_blank">Damen Yachting</a>'s engineering team whilst being managed by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/fraser" target="_blank">Fraser</a> to bring the Polar Code-compliant concept to life after first announcing the project in 2015. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> is available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> with a worldwide itinerary that includes the Indian Ocean and Russia.&nbsp;

Inside the 77m SeaXplorer superyacht La Datcha owner suite

Here, we take a look inside at the brand-new 77m La Datcha owner suite, toy garage, main saloon and more. 