Beyonce And Jay Z Currently Crusing Aboard Kola Aluko's $50million Yatch

The $50million 'ultra-yacht' Beyonce and Jay-Z were snapped cruising through the Mediterranean on is so exclusive, you need to be on first name terms with its multi-millionaire owner to have the run of it.

The opulent, 65-metre-long Galactica Star is owned by Nigerian energy magnate Kola Aluko, who loaned it to the superstars for a reported $900,000-a-week.

On board his floating luxury hotel is a 'beach club', private helipad, high-end kitchen, several bars and dining areas, hundreds-of-metres of sundeck space and an outdoor jacuzzi to help guests take in the views.

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Ultimate luxury: The £50million Galactica Star yacht is owned by a Nigerian energy magnate who loans it out to superstars like Beyonce and Jay-Z, who were pictured on board last week

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Unrivaled views: The Galactica has 267-square-metres of deck space on its 

three upper decks, which offer incredible ocean views

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Under the stars: One of the several outdoor lounges, which leads down to the glass-bottom jacuzzi, is furnished with Glyn Peter Machin armchairs

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Enjoy the view: The floor-to-ceiling windows in the Galactica's lounge areas give spectacular views of the water and islands outside

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Shall we sail or fly? The floating luxury hotel, which reportedly costs £580,000 to charter, has its own helipad and private 'beach club'

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Utter luxury: The master cabin, VIP cabin (pictured) and four guest cabins can comfortably house 12 people on board the extravagant yacht 

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Height of luxury: The opulent bathrooms were hand-crafted with a mixture of heavyweight stone, veneered to a thickness of just a few millimetres, and marble panels

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Making waves: The yacht is owned by Nigerian energy magnate Kola Aluko, who loans it out for a reported £580,000-a-week

The Galactica's sumptuous master cabin, the upper-deck VIP cabin and four guest suites can comfortably house 12 passengers who are serviced by 13 crew.

The 'full-beam' master suite comes with a private balcony, a walk-in wardrobe and spectacular views of the ocean.

And when guests want to sunbathe under the scorching Mediterranean sun, they can choose from an array of areas on the yacht's 267-square-metres of space on three upper decks.

They can sunbathe on the side platform which is 'perfect for two sunbeds and a drinks table' or jump into the sea from the Galactica's 'beach club', a 22-square-metre landing at the yacht's back where guests can jump into the sea for a swim. 

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Roomy: Up to 12 passengers have 267-square-metres of deck space and 10 different dining areas on its three upper decks

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Home on the water: The Galactica's 72-square-metre master cabin (pictured) comes with a private balcony, walk-in wardrobe and spectacular ocean views

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Getting away from it: Passengers can relax away from the sun in the air-conditioned, 77-square-metre lounge located next to the outdoor 'beach club'

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Luxurious: The 3.5 metre infinity-view jacuzzi, located at 

the back of the Galactica, offers incredible ocean views

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Culinary delight: The yacht also has it's own high-end galley and chef's table (pictured), inspired by the world's top restaurants

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There is a 77-square-metre air-conditioned lounge, luxurious sofas, fully-stocked bar, sauna and plasma TV directly inside the 'beach club'.

The Galactica's brochure claims there are 10 different places to dine on board. 

It says passengers can grab a quick bite at the 'beach club', a lazy lunch on the sundeck, a romantic dinner with spectacular panoramic views on the upper deck, a finger buffet on the foredeck and a formal, sit-down meal in the main dining saloon.

The large main deck gallery has its own chef's table, a concept taken from the world's top restaurants.

The yacht, owned by Nigerian businessman Kola Aluko, has won several awards including the top prize at the Monaco Yacht show, Nigerian websites reported. 

It has raised the bar and redefined how the luxury vessels are designed, according to Superyacht Times.

It wrote: 'Along with excellent guest accommodations, [Galactica Star] hosts a collection of equally impressive exterior areas that will have guests enjoy their time on board to the fullest.

'The sun deck offers an array of amenities with more than enough to enjoy for everyone. From the big panoramic cockpit fore, the bar and lounge areas, the aft Jacuzzi and the big sun pads, the sun deck is an outstanding finale for a superyacht that is exquisite in every sense.' 

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So many choices: Passengers can sunbathe on the side platform which is 'perfect for two sunbeds and a drinks table' or jump into the sea from the Galactica's 'beach club', located on the back of the yacht

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Opulence: The remarkable upper-deck VIP cabin has its on separate lounge area to relax from a busy day of swimming and sipping champagne

Multi-purpose: Jay-Z enjoys a cigar on one of the sundecks (left) 

which doubles as an alfresco dining area (right)

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Setting the standard: In its review of the Galactica, Superyacht Times wrote: 'Along with excellent guest accommodations, [Galactica Star] hosts a collection of equally impressive exterior areas that will have guests enjoy their time on board to the fullest.

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Spiralling: A grand stiarcase (pictured) lined with ebony and metal strips connects the three floors of the yahct

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