Aqua Mare
Luxurious super-yacht offering premium comfort, service, and exceptional Galapagos naturalist safaris
per person
per day
Overview
- Stay on board the first super-yacht to sail the Galapagos
- Sumptuous social spaces with wrap-around seating and flatscreen TVs
- Outdoor Jacuzzi, workout zone, and a water-level ‘Beach Club’ lounge
- Make use of snorkeling gear, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more
The first true super-yacht offering scheduled itineraries in the Galapagos Islands, Aqua Mare takes an iconic once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the next level - out-performing other yachts in the region when it comes to speed, range, space, and style. An extravagant suite of world-class watersports facilities, including snorkling gear and unique tenders, are on hand to help guests experience the island's renowned wildlife and nature through tailor-made, expert-led excursions. After a day spent exploring, this vessel’s expansive size, personalised service, and indulgent luxuries, such as an outdoor Jacuzzi and delectable cuisine, provide the perfect respite.
Upcoming trips
Cabins
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Amenities
Boat
Dive facilities
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Vessel
Vessel information
Designed in 1998 by Italian luxury yacht builders, CRN Yachts, and extensively refurbished in 2021, this impressive vessel is part of the Aqua Expeditions family - an operator devoted to offering intimate expeditions to distant parts of the world, and bringing families and friends together on voyages to remote destinations. The 50-metre Aqua Mare is the epitome of style and elegance, with all the facilities and furnishings expected of a luxury super-yacht. The vessel’s interior makeover, courtesy of famous yacht designer, François Zuretti, ensures Aqua Mare’s inner spaces perfectly complement the rich history of its destination - providing the ultimate retreat while exploring the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Galapagos Archipelago.
This vessel is the first of its kind to sail the Galapagos islands, allowing guests to explore the dramatic volcanic landscapes, encounter endemic wildlife, and experience educational excursions in a way never before offered around the islands. With a maximum speed of 17 knots, Aqua Mare out performs any other yacht in the region, allowing explorers on board to experience the entirety of the wild and magnificent archipelago. Catering to a maximum of only 16 guests, Aqua Mare offers an engaging 1:1 guest to crew ratio, including two onboard expert naturalist guides, as it ventures into unspoiled sanctuaries to witness the beauty of nature and wildlife.
Onboard Aqua Mare
Aqua Mare presents seven spacious individually-designed, sea-facing suites with premium furnishings, personalised details, and fittings worthy of royalty - including the largest owner’s suite in the archipelago. Aqua Mare’s stellar menu has been created by Peruvian chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, taking inspiration from the dramatic landscapes and flavours of the South American Pacific coast, as well as the Peruvian Nikkei style, to deliver a world-class dining experience. The vessel’s cocktail list also benefits from local influences, while the curated wine list pays careful attention to South American vineyards. Meals are served in the main deck dining room which is furnished with marble dining tables.
On the Upper Deck, guests can mingle over an evening drink at the Lobby Bar, before heading to the all-weather outdoor dining area. Above, Aqua Mare’s impressive sun deck is equipped with a barbecue area, an outdoor six-person Jacuzzi, and a workout zone. The highlight of the lower deck is the ‘Beach Club’ lounge, so-called because it is located at water level and serves as an extension of the outdoors.
Excursions from Aqua Mare
This vessel also carries a comprehensive suite of top-of-the-line, non-motorised watersports facilities, with tandem and single kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling gear, with two military-grade tenders on hand to transport guests between excursions. Rendezvous scuba diving excursions can also be organised on selected itineraries.
Top tips
- The sun deck is the ideal space for an early morning guided meditation, sunset cocktails, evening grill party, and to enjoy the clear night skies.
- Let the bubbles dissolve the day’s aches and pains, as you enjoy a late-night open-air movie screening on the large television screens either side of the Jacuzzi.
- Aqua Mare comes equipped with its own onboard telescope for stargazing.
Conservation
Aqua Expeditions is committed to upholding a high standard in responsible travel - beginning with the design, furnishing, and function of its vessels, and continuing throughout its operations. Through the use of eco-friendly products on board, technological advancements in waste management, rethinking food and beverage supply chains, and community engagement, Aqua Expeditions demonstrates a commitment to improving its environmental and socio-economic impact.
Aqua Expeditions helps to support the local economy by employing staff from within the community and contributing to social projects which also enrich guests’ experience. Exploring the daily lives and customs of local communities is an integral part of every Aqua Adventures journey, encouraging guests to return home with a deeper understanding of the local culture and their challenges. Aqua Expeditions has also paved the way for more sustainable river and sea explorations, educating crew, guests and locals on the importance of preserving these fragile ecosystems.
The operator has also worked to improve fuel efficiency, reduce engine and energy emissions, innovate onboard waste management, and source environmentally-friendly and ethical materials for each vessel’s design. In the spirit of conservation, Aqua Mare sources only the finest ingredients with a focus on ethical and sustainable produce, supporting local and regional farmers, fishermen and providers.
