This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (2024)

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Founded in 2008, Iguana Yachts specializes in building "amphibious boats" that can tackle both land and water. That's thanks to a patented set of tank-like tracks that enable the boats to rumble across sandy beaches and paved roads. Owners can simply roll right into the water, and press a button so that the tracks retract up into the hull. After a day out on the high seas — or at one's yacht — Iguana owners can roll up onto shore and park their boat on the beach or in their driveway. The company sells several models for different price points and various purposes. There's the Commuter, which Iguana says is perfect for getting to and from superyachts, and for accessing hard-to-reach beaches. It starts at roughly $670,000, and is the company's priciest model to date. It has a convertible hardtop that raises and lowers to provide shade and weatherproofing. The Commuter can hit speeds of up to 40 knots, or 46 mph. It also has a fridge ... ... built-in GPS ... ... and a small cabin with a daybed and storage space. The company says its Expedition model is "equipped to endure unforgiving conditions." It sports a deep-V hull that's meant to cut through choppy water. The roughly $462,000 vessel is one of the fastest in Iguana's lineup, and can hit speeds of up to 51 mph. It sports five shock-absorbing seats ... ... and can handle everything from "raucous family picnics to English Channel crossings," the company says. The $259,000 Iguana X100 is the manufacturer's most affordable option. The rigid inflatable boat — RIB for short — is geared toward adventure and can travel at speeds of up to 55 mph on water. It can venture up to 150 miles on a single tank of gas, and can climb a 29% incline on land. Plus, there's an optional fishing package that includes fishing-rod holders and an insulated fish box. Iguana also just announced the Knight, a more luxurious RIB based on its X100 model. The $389,000 boat comes with a touchscreen display, a surround-sound system, seating for 12, and "premium upholstery." Iguana also recently announced a new vessel called the Day Limo, which is aimed specifically at superyacht owners. It was designed to be small enough to fit in a superyacht's garage. It's also built with comfort in mind. The Day Limo can accommodate up to 12 guests and boasts plenty of cupholders and armrests. There's no word on price for this latest model, but judging by its intended clientele, it's safe to say it won't come cheap. FAQs References

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This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (1)

Iguana Yachts builds high-end "amphibious boats" that can travel on water and on land.
The vessels aren't anything like the Amphicar of the 1960s — instead of wheels, they use stowable, tank-like tracks to rumble up onto beaches and down paved roads.
Iguana Yachts sells several amphibious models built for different purposes, including the luxurious, $670,000 Commuter and the sporty X100.
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What's a boater to do when all the spots at the local marina are taken? If you own a vessel from Iguana Yachts, the answer is clear.

The French company specializes in constructing boats that don't need to be docked at all. Instead, they're equipped with retractable, tank-like tracks that enable them to roll right up onto land. When it's time to go back out onto the water, you simply drive right into the waves and press a button to fold the tracks away.

The ingenious boats — one can imagine — would be great for those with waterfront properties. They also address the age-old, first-world problem of how to get from one's yacht to a hidden-beach picnic without getting wet.

Iguana Yachts sells a whole lineup of "amphibious boats," ranging from the adventure-oriented X100 to the luxuriously appointed Day Limo. Take a closer look at the unique vessels below.

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Founded in 2008, Iguana Yachts specializes in building "amphibious boats" that can tackle both land and water.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (5)

That's thanks to a patented set of tank-like tracks that enable the boats to rumble across sandy beaches and paved roads.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (6)

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Owners can simply roll right into the water, and press a button so that the tracks retract up into the hull.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (7)

After a day out on the high seas — or at one's yacht — Iguana owners can roll up onto shore and park their boat on the beach or in their driveway.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (8)

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The company sells several models for different price points and various purposes.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (9)

There's the Commuter, which Iguana says is perfect for getting to and from superyachts, and for accessing hard-to-reach beaches.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (10)

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It starts at roughly $670,000, and is the company's priciest model to date.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (11)

It has a convertible hardtop that raises and lowers to provide shade and weatherproofing.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (12)

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The Commuter can hit speeds of up to 40 knots, or 46 mph.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (13)

It also has a fridge ...

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (14)

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... built-in GPS ...

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (15)

... and a small cabin with a daybed and storage space.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (16)

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The company says its Expedition model is "equipped to endure unforgiving conditions."

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (17)

It sports a deep-V hull that's meant to cut through choppy water.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (18)

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The roughly $462,000 vessel is one of the fastest in Iguana's lineup, and can hit speeds of up to 51 mph.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (19)

It sports five shock-absorbing seats ...

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (20)

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... and can handle everything from "raucous family picnics to English Channel crossings," the company says.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (21)

The $259,000 Iguana X100 is the manufacturer's most affordable option.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (22)

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The rigid inflatable boat — RIB for short — is geared toward adventure and can travel at speeds of up to 55 mph on water.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (23)

It can venture up to 150 miles on a single tank of gas, and can climb a 29% incline on land.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (24)

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Plus, there's an optional fishing package that includes fishing-rod holders and an insulated fish box.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (25)

Iguana also just announced the Knight, a more luxurious RIB based on its X100 model.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (26)

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The $389,000 boat comes with a touchscreen display, a surround-sound system, seating for 12, and "premium upholstery."

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (27)

Iguana also recently announced a new vessel called the Day Limo, which is aimed specifically at superyacht owners.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (28)

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It was designed to be small enough to fit in a superyacht's garage.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (29)

It's also built with comfort in mind. The Day Limo can accommodate up to 12 guests and boasts plenty of cupholders and armrests.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (30)

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There's no word on price for this latest model, but judging by its intended clientele, it's safe to say it won't come cheap.

This $700,000 adventure boat can take on rough seas and roll across the beach like a tank — check out Iguana Yachts' 'amphibious' line (31)

FAQs

How much does an iguana amphibious boat cost? ›

Iguana Yachts sells several amphibious models built for different purposes, including the luxurious, $670,000 Commuter and the sporty X100.

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Is an iguana amphibious? ›

Iguanas are reptiles.

Amphibians, however, begin their lives by hatching from eggs in the water and use gills to breathe. As amphibians go through metamorphosis, they develop lungs which they use to breathe air when they leave the water in adulthood.

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How much does an amphibious boat cost? ›

How Much Do Amphibious Boats Cost? Amphibious boats are available for a range of prices. For instance, Sea Legs currently listed range from around $90,000 up to around $230,000.

What kind of boat can land on the beach? ›

Our ASIS Amphibious boats represent versatility, mobility, reach and freedom. They can be driven directly from/to your beach house or storage location into/out of the water while the passengers are on board.

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How long can a marine iguana hold its breath underwater? ›

Marine iguanas can't breath underwater because they have no gills, but, they can hold their breath for up to 30-40 minutes per dive.

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What is an amphibian boat? ›

An amphibious vehicle (or simply amphibian) is a vehicle that is a means of transport viable on land as well as on or under water.

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Can iguanas survive in water? ›

Green iguanas can live on the ground, in shrubs, or in trees in a variety of habitats including suburban developments, urban areas, small towns, and agricultural areas. They are excellent swimmers, tolerating both salt and freshwater and can submerge themselves for up to four hours at a time.

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How is the marine iguana unique? ›

The marine iguana is the only lizard in the world with the ability to live and forage at sea, and is endemic to the Galapagos Archipelago. There are eleven very similar subspecies, found on different islands, with those from Isabela and Fernandina being the largest.

How much is a fearless boat? ›

The Fearless 28 has a starting price of $330,000US but with only 50 models made per year, it is a highly coveted item.

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What is the best type of boat to take to the beach? ›

Catamarans and trimarans can have multiple hulls and these styles can handle rough water and make the best boats for the ocean. If you plan to stay near the coast, flat-bottomed boats are great boats for shallow water.