The world’s most expensive shisha: these $100,000 models that drive collectors c

Thought a €300 shisha was already expensive? Some hookahs now cost more than a brand-new car. The Desvall x Bugatti collaboration, for example, comes in at around $100,000 for a single shisha. At that level, it is no longer a smoking accessory but a luxury piece, on the same level as a high-end watch or fine jewellery.

Desvall focuses on the most exclusive materials: titanium, carbon fibre, precious metals, crystal… all hand-assembled with an insane level of finish. The Bugatti signature adds that hypercar dimension: the shisha becomes a status symbol, an object you display in your living room the way you would showcase a supercar in a glass-walled garage.

Anima & Meduse: shishas over €3,000 that turn heads

Just below those crazy $100,000 pieces, you find brands like Anima or Meduse, clearly on the podium of the world’s most expensive shishas, yet still within reach if you are not a billionaire.

Anima creates shishas designed as true art objects, with porcelain or premium glass bodies, gold finishes, Italian leather and sculpted bases. Some models easily go beyond €3,000, especially when they combine several prestigious materials and special finishes. These are hookahs made for designer interiors, not for a random corner of the living room.

On the Meduse side, the shisha takes the shape of a jellyfish in hand-blown glass. The organic bases, sometimes lit by LEDs, turn each model into the centrepiece of the table. The most advanced Meduse shishas are often priced between €1,000 and €1,500, and can climb higher depending on the options. It is exactly the kind of shisha you photograph before even taking the first puff.

Porsche Design Shisha & co: “accessible” luxury (for a few thousand euros)

Between the €200 shisha and the $100,000 one, there is a highly coveted segment: shishas at a few thousand euros, designed for design enthusiasts and high-end venues.

The Porsche Design Shisha, created by the Porsche Design studio, fully embraces minimalist luxury: sharp lines, noble materials, clear automotive DNA. Its price sits in the several‑thousand‑euro range depending on version and retailer, making it totally out of reach for the general public but extremely desirable for collectors.

Even without the Bugatti logo, “classic” Desvall shishas go very high already: several thousands, even tens of thousands of euros as soon as you mention gold, titanium or extensive customisation. Here, you pay for rarity, finish and prestige.

El‑Badia’s “realistic luxury” shisha vision

In France and across Europe, El‑Badia plays a key role: bringing the luxury shisha universe within reach (relatively speaking) of those who do not have $100,000 to spend on a hookah. The luxury shisha category on the website gathers models starting at a few hundred euros and going above €1,000, depending on brand and configuration.

You will find premium shishas between €250 and €800 to step up your game without completely blowing the budget, as well as ultra high-end models that cross the symbolic €1,000 mark when crystal, artistic collaborations or limited editions come into play. The idea: offering expensive shishas, yes, but ones you genuinely want to use every day.

Hooky X Orlinski, Anima, Meduse: the very best at El‑Badia

For those who want something truly outrageous in their living room, El‑Badia carries a few legendary pieces that blend art, design and serious budgets.

The Hooky Steel X Orlinski is one of the most spectacular. This collaboration with sculptor Richard Orlinski results in a shisha with sharp, geometric lines clearly inspired by contemporary art. The Exclusive Edition version is limited, numbered and hand-signed by the artist, and is priced above €1,000 depending on the edition. You can check it out here: Hooky Steel X Orlinski Exclusive Limited Edition and Hooky Steel X Orlinski.

El‑Badia also distributes Anima shishas, such as the Anima Lotus + Gold Floor, which pushes the luxury dial very far: architectural design, gold finish, sculpted glass base. It looks more like a piece from a design gallery than something from a regular smoker’s shelf.

On the Meduse side, the range offered by El‑Badia showcases hand-blown glass hookahs shaped like jellyfish, with an aquatic look and incredible presence on the table. You can dive into the Meduse universe here: Meduse shisha. Prices clearly sit at the top end of the market, far above a classic shisha.

Maklaud, Wookah, Steamulation, Kaloud: technical luxury, noble wood and futuristic vibes

Around these ultra‑spectacular models, El‑Badia also offers luxury brands that hit hard in other ways: sculpted metal, noble woods, German engineering or futuristic design.

• Maklaud: sculpted metal stems, heads inspired by mythological creatures, a raw, powerful look. Depending on the series, a Maklaud can easily go from €500 up to €1,000 and beyond.
• Wookah: a combination of noble woods and glass or crystal bases. Most models range between €300 and €700, with a very warm, chic feel.
• Steamulation: German shishas at the cutting edge of technology, with adjustable airflow, highly efficient purge systems and flawless finishes. Many premium models comfortably exceed €500.
• Kaloud (on the shisha side): beyond its famous Lotus heat management systems, the brand offers complete shishas like the Krysalis range, which break away from traditional hookah codes with futuristic design and very precise control over heat and flavour.

These brands let you enter the world of luxury shisha without going straight for the €10,000 madness, while delivering a real jump in quality and enjoyment compared to standard models. For a full overview, the El‑Badia luxury shisha category is the ideal starting point.

So, how much for “the most expensive shisha in the world”?

Putting the numbers on the table, it looks something like this:

• A Desvall x Bugatti can reach around $100,000.
• A top-of-the-range Anima easily goes above €3,000.
• A well-equipped Meduse is often between €1,000 and €1,500.
• A Porsche Design Shisha or certain ultra high-end shishas sit in the “several thousand euros” zone.
• The “accessible” luxury shishas at El‑Badia (Maklaud, Wookah, Steamulation, some Kaloud, Hooky X Orlinski, etc.) generally range between €300 and €1,000.

In short: if you absolutely want “the most expensive shisha in the world”, you will have to go for the Desvall x Bugatti madness or ultra‑bespoke hyper‑luxury. If you want a shisha that stands out, gets everyone talking and genuinely delivers a high-end experience, the luxury shisha selection on el-badia.com is more than enough to make your setup gloriously over the top… in the best possible way.