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BEE 35M Explorer, an explorer spirit with a Mediterranean outlook

With 299 GT, five cabins and an expansive aft area overlooking the sea, BEE brings a Mediterranean approach to the explorer yacht concept

BEE 35M Explorer combines a range of more than 4,000 nautical miles, generous outdoor spaces and contemporary interiors within 35.4 metres

The BEE 35M Explorer has the figures of a yacht built for long-distance cruising, but its character becomes even clearer when looking at its outdoor decks. Its 35.4-metre length and 299 GT volume have been used to create an explorer capable of covering substantial distances without becoming austere: generous open areas, uninterrupted sea views and spaces dedicated to social life complement a platform offering a range of more than 4,000 nautical miles.

An explorer designed for staying as well as travelling

Naval architecture and exterior design are by Sergio Cutolo’s Hydro Tec, which has combined robust proportions and clean lines with a strong focus on how the yacht is used in everyday life. With a beam of 7.7 metres, BEE provides substantial exterior areas for its size and interprets the explorer concept not only as the ability to travel long distances, but also as the freedom to spend time enjoying a destination once it has been reached.

It is an approach particularly well suited to the Mediterranean, where cruising and spending time at anchor often belong to the same experience. Here, the yacht reveals its less technical and more sociable character, with spaces that maintain a constant relationship with the sea.

The aft deck becomes the centre of the day

On the main deck, the aft area is arranged around an infinity pool overlooking the sea and an approximately 40-square-metre modular lounge. Rather than serving as a simple extension of the saloon, it becomes one of the yacht’s principal living spaces.

The flexible layout allows the area to adapt to different moments of the day, from informal relaxation after a swim to entertaining guests. Its openness towards the water reinforces the continuity between yacht and surroundings that has become increasingly important in contemporary leisure yacht design.

Three decks with different roles

Moving upwards, BEE continues to prioritise outdoor areas without overlooking the practical requirements of an explorer. The sun deck features a bar and lounge spaces for relaxation and socialising, while the upper deck incorporates a crane for tender handling.

Operational equipment therefore does not come at the expense of guest areas. Instead, the design brings together the yacht’s two identities: the functional side required for long-range cruising and the more relaxed character of a yacht intended for enjoying time outdoors.

Inside, natural light replaces the idea of a refuge

The interiors designed by Michele Dragoni move away from the atmosphere traditionally associated with explorer yachts. Large panoramic windows bring natural light into the living areas and maintain a visual connection with the outside, while materials including light oak, Calacatta Cremo marble and crafted leather create a contemporary environment without making the spaces feel heavy.

Matte surfaces are balanced by more reflective details, while the furnishings allow the different areas to adapt to changing needs. The intention appears to be less about decoration for its own sake and more about creating interiors that remain comfortable during extended periods on board.

Five cabins for ten guests

The accommodation includes a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest cabins on the lower deck, providing space for a total of ten guests. The yacht is operated by a crew of six, including the captain.

The arrangement is consistent with both the dimensions of the yacht and a philosophy that reserves a significant proportion of the available volume for shared areas. Rather than focusing primarily on cabin numbers, BEE seeks a balance between privacy, social life and spaces that can be enjoyed throughout the day.

More than 4,000 nautical miles to choose a different route

Power comes from twin Caterpillar C18 ACERT engines. The declared maximum speed is 13 knots, while at 10 knots the yacht offers a range of more than 4,000 nautical miles. Electric fin stabilisers further contribute to onboard comfort.

These figures explain the philosophy of the yacht particularly well. BEE was not conceived to pursue speed, but to widen the choice of possible destinations and undertake substantial passages with an approach centred more on travelling than on short day trips.

Compact in size, broad in possibilities

Calling BEE a compact explorer helps define its position, but compact does not mean giving up the spaces normally associated with larger yachts. Combining a 35.4-metre length, a 7.7-metre beam and a volume below 300 GT has allowed the project to retain manageable dimensions while providing generous outdoor areas, five cabins and genuine long-range capability.

This combination gives BEE its identity. It can travel far, but once it reaches its destination the yacht appears designed above all to leave urgency behind: opening its spaces towards the sea, remaining at anchor and turning the journey itself into time worth enjoying.

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BEE Yachts – 35M Explorer

01 September 2026
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BEE 35M Explorer, an explorer spirit with a Mediterranean outlook
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