Project Mako Shark – Walk-through Overview

Project Mako Shark is a 26.5-meter explorer yacht designed by Rıza Tansu and built by Tufan and Yachting Co. With a naval-inspired exterior and minimalist luxury interior, it merges long-range capability with refined living. Here is a detailed walk-through of the yacht, deck by deck and zone by zone.

Styling

Inspired by naval vessels and the agility of mako sharks, the yacht features a high bow, sharp, purposeful lines, and a subdued gray–navy color scheme and signature circular portholes, a sheltered foredeck, and a “warship‑style” silhouette echo Rıza Tansu’s Tiger Shark Class aesthetic.

Combining striking aesthetics with robust engineering, Project Mako Shark is constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, allowing her to excel in the most demanding conditions. With exterior and interior styling by Rıza Tansu, Project Mako Shark has been meticulously modelled, rendered and engineered by Tufan and Brothers, who are responsible for her naval architecture.

Project Mako Shark’s design prioritizes spacious social areas, seamlessly integrating them to encourage interaction, while maintaining flexibility for privacy. Each area has been carefully crafted to maximize natural light and enhance the connection to the surrounding seascape.

The Project Mako Shark is a striking 26.5 m (87 ft) with 200GRT, explorer yacht conceived by Rıza Tansu in collaboration with Boutique Turkish shipyard Tufan and Yachting Co.. It stands at the intersection of military-inspired performance and refined luxury.

• Offers two distinct layouts: one fully crew‑operated (with upper‑deck captain’s cabin) and another owner‑operated (replacing the cabin with a lounge)
• Accommodates 10 guests across five staterooms: a forward master suite (with office and en‑suite bathroom) on the main deck, plus three doubles and a twin below decks
• The main salon exudes modern comfort—soft gray sofas, dark wood floors, large windows—and blends seamlessly with an al‑fresco dining area on the aft deck. The upper sundeck includes both a helm station and lounge areas optimized for socializing and sunbathing

 

 

Exterior AreasMain Aft Deck

You board via the wide swim platform, which also serves as a tender boarding area optional with hi-lo swimming platform or 6 step transformer that can be used as gangway as well. The main aft deck offers a shaded al-fresco dining space for 8 guests, with deep lounge benches, teak decking, and a seamless transition into the main salon through sliding glass doors. Optional 3rd control station can be fitted on the port side or STBD side.

Foredeck

The foredeck is designed for utility, with high bulwarks and gunwales for safety, and optional sunpads. Depending on the layout, it can be used for anchor equipment or tender storage. It houses DATA Hydraulic horizontal windlass.

Foredeck provides U shaped seating with a coffee table that can be installed on hi-lo platform ,once on high positon that can be converted into sunbed protected by the sun shading.

 

Upper Deck / Sundeck

This space includes lounge seating, sunbeds, and an open-air helm station. In the crewed version, it includes a captain’s cabin and nav station; in the owner-operated version, it becomes an upper salon or sky lounge with optional bar or BBQ facilities or galley set up. The area has an access from the main deck behind the pantry or galley ( option to be chosen) via interior stairs.

Upper deck aft houses the telescopic crane that can hold up to 1000kg and the tender to be positioned there for longer and rough conditions to be protected from high swells. Area can also be setup for al-fresco dining under the protection of sun shading.

Sun deck houses the military style mast from the pens of Riza Tansu. Secondary exterior helm station is positioned for owner operated version. U shaped seating is positioned facing aft. High protection hand rails provides protection.

 

Swim Platform

The stern platform provides direct access to the sea, ideal for swimming, scuba diving, or optional tender boarding  up to 5.50mt It is finished in anti-slip teak with integrated lighting with manual swimming ladders.

Through the platform, there is an access to either optional lazarette or directly to the engine room where Mako Shark houses the Cummins X15 -630HP heavy duty engines.

Interior AreasMain Salon

A bright and open space with cool greys, brushed oak flooring, and matte black accents. It includes an L-shaped sofa, media center, and large panoramic windows. All furnitures can be loose or to the selection of the new owner.

Day head is also positioned

Dining Area and Galley

The dining area seats 8 and is seamlessly integrated with the salon. The galley is compact and efficient with Siemens appliances and designed for both crew or owner use.

Master Suite

Located forward on the main deck, the master suite is full-beam with a king-sized bed, office space, optional walk-in wardrobe or with massive storage areas, and en-suite bathroom featuring double vanities and a large rain shower in the bow.

All portlights in the master suite.  are openable thus create a natural ventilation for the master suite.

Guest Cabins – Lower Deck

The lower deck houses four guest cabins: two VIP doubles, one twin cabin, and one convertible double/twin. Each cabin includes an en-suite bathroom and natural light and air through large portholes openable. Parquetry floor comes as a standard on Mako Shark.

Crew Area

Forward on the lower deck, the crew area includes two bunked cabins, a shared head or separated head  a crew mess, and direct access to the galley and technical spaces through port side stairs. Full privacy is guaranteed on board of Mako Shark between guests and the crew.  

Upper Deck Configuration Options

The yacht offers two configurations: a crewed layout with a captain’s cabin and helm on the upper deck, or an owner-operated layout that replaces these with a sky lounge or lounge room.

Final Thoughts

Project Mako Shark delivers a unique balance of naval toughness and luxurious cruising. Every inch is designed with purpose—from her panoramic salon to the open sundeck—and she stands as a compact explorer yacht capable of transoceanic journeys without compromising on elegance.

 

 

Bullet Points

 

• Differentiates itself with military-grade styling, sturdy materials, and exceptional autonomy hidden behind a refined, minimalist interior.
• Built with a robust steel hull and aluminum superstructure, engineered for transoceanic travel
• Length: 26.5 m; Beam: 7.5 m; Draft: 1.8 m—compact enough for many marinas and shallow‑water cruising.
• Either owner operated or crew operated version
• LFP battery configuration available to offer silent nights without running generators.
• 5 cabin layout with main deck master , accommodating 10 guest and 4+1 crew.
• 200GRT , the highest number in the market under 24mt St/Alu yacht
• The Mako Shark exemplifies the “pocket explorer” trend: a yacht small enough for flexible docking but capable of long-range capability up to 4500Nm range at 8knots.