A TikTok video showcasing the 400-foot superyacht Kismet glowing against fireworks in the South of France has garnered hundreds of thousands of likes. While some viewers expressed envy over the luxury vessel, others criticized its environmental impact and the wealth it represents. The video, posted by the account superyatchs, highlights ongoing debates about superyacht overconsumption.
The video, captioned '122 meter super yacht "Kismet," In the South of France,' features the yacht illuminated on the water at night, set against a backdrop of fireworks. Posted by the TikTok page superyatchs (@super yatchs), it has attracted significant attention from superyacht enthusiasts, with hundreds of thousands of likes.
Kismet measures 400 feet (122 meters) in length and can accommodate up to 16 guests along with a 37-person crew. Powered by twin MTU engines, it reaches a top speed of 18 knots and holds up to 360,000 liters of diesel fuel. According to Superyacht Times, the yacht is valued at $360 million, with annual maintenance and operation costs estimated at 10% of its value, or about $36 million per year—equivalent to roughly $3 million per week, whether in use or not.
Commenters on the video expressed a range of reactions. One user wrote, "Why isn't this money given to the poor?" highlighting concerns over wealth inequality. Another lamented, "Sometimes you just gotta sigh & scroll," while a more aspirational comment stated, "This will be mine."
The video has also reignited discussions on the environmental footprint of such vessels. Superyachts emit substantial carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming and extreme weather. A 2024 Oxfam International report analyzed 23 superyachts owned by 18 billionaires, finding each emitted an average of 5,672 metric tons of carbon annually—comparable to the emissions from 1,323 gas-powered vehicles driven for a full year, or 14.4 million miles driven by an average vehicle, per the Environmental Protection Agency.
For context, the average American produces 16 tons of carbon over a lifetime, according to Perch Energy, making a single superyacht's yearly output far exceed that figure. Similar concerns apply to private jets; a Yale Environment 360 report noted that prolific private fliers emitted at least 2,645 tons of carbon in 2023.
The video was published on March 6, 2026.
