Aqua Expeditions

Aqua Expeditions has pioneered small-ship exploration with an emphasis on intimacy, flexibility and region-specific design. With a fleet of purpose-built vessels, the brand focuses on authentic discovery across some of the world’s most biodiverse regions including the Amazon, Mekong, Galápagos and East Indonesia. Each ship is crafted to reflect its environment while offering a superyacht-inspired setting, combining modern design, locally influenced interiors and panoramic views.

Guests on board enjoy a seamless balance between comfort and adventure. Cabins and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary finishes and private spaces designed to maximise connection to the water. A near 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio ensures highly personalised service, complemented by award-winning cuisine curated by renowned chefs such as Pedro Miguel Schiaffino and Benjamin Cross. Wellness facilities, plunge pools and yoga sessions provide restorative experiences between excursions, while public spaces encourage both social connection and quiet reflection.

Each journey is guided by expert naturalists and cultural interpreters. Excursions are tailored to the destination, whether kayaking through Amazon tributaries, biking along Mekong rice paddies, diving in Komodo National Park or snorkelling with manta rays. The small group size allows for flexibility, spontaneity and access to remote sites often unreachable by larger vessels. Itineraries adapt to conditions and wildlife encounters, ensuring each voyage feels unique.

Sustainability sits at the heart of Aqua’s operations. Partnerships with 4Ocean, the Charles Darwin Foundation and local conservation groups support marine and riverine ecosystems. The fleet reduces single-use plastics and champions local sourcing in food and materials. Guest participation in citizen science and conservation education deepens engagement with the environments explored.

Aqua’s innovative approach has earned global recognition. From the Amazon’s Aqua Nera to the Galápagos’ Aqua Mare, the brand demonstrates how small-scale, design-led exploration can deliver both luxury and ecological stewardship. Its reputation for excellence continues to grow as it expands into new regions while remaining true to its ethos of meaningful discovery.

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