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Luxury Expedition Ship
The Galápagos

Aqua Mare
Superyacht

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Highlights

Luxury Accommodations: Aqua Mare offers elegant and spacious suites with modern amenities, including panoramic windows and en-suite bathrooms, providing one of the most comfortable and elegant stays in the Islands.
Gourmet Dining: Onboard chefs prepare gourmet meals using fresh, local ingredients. The dining experience, enhanced by a selection of fine wines, offers a culinary journey that complements the adventure.
Personalised Service: With a high crew-to-guest ratio, Aqua Mare ensures personalised and attentive service. The experienced crew includes naturalist guides who provide an enriching and educational journey.
Exclusive Itineraries: Aqua Mare offers a variety of exclusive itineraries that cover both the eastern and western routes of the Galápagos Islands, ensuring guests can explore diverse landscapes and ecosystems.
Expedition Equipment: The yacht is equipped with kayaks, snorkelling gear, and zodiacs, allowing guests to explore the diverse marine life and pristine beaches up close.
Onboard Amenities: Aqua Mare features a range of onboard amenities, such as a jacuzzi, sun deck, and lounge areas, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and socialising while enjoying the stunning views of the archipelago.
Sustainable Travel: The yacht operates with a strong commitment to sustainability and conservation, incorporating eco-friendly features like energy-efficient engines and waste treatment systems to minimise environmental impact and promote sustainable tourism.

Features

Constructed: 1998, refitted in 2022
Capacity: 16 guests
Guides: 2
Crew: 16
Speed: 10 knots
Size: Length: 50m, Breadth: 9.6m
Restaurants: Indoor and outdoor dining areas
Leisure: Gym, Jacuzzi, kayaks, paddleboards, snorkelling equipment
Stabilisers: Equipped with a state-of-the-art stabilising system to ensure a smoother sailing experience
Cabins: 7 large Zuretti-designed suites feature large windows, private bathrooms with rainfall showers, and modern amenities including climate control, memory foam pillows, and espresso machines. Cabins can be configured with either two twin beds or one king-sized bed. Some cabins have interconnecting doors, ideal for families.
Top tip: This is the perfect ship to consider for a full charter, the layout and facilities really lend themselves to the most amazing yacht for any family or group of friends.

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How to get there

Itineraries start and end in Itineraries start and end in either Puerto Ayora or Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, both of which involve a flight from mainland Ecuador of between 2 and 3.5 hours from Guayaquil or Quito respectively.

Are children welcome?

Yes, children are welcome on the Aqua Mare superyacht in the Galápagos. The yacht offers family-friendly accommodations, including interconnecting cabins and cabins with pull-down bunks, which are ideal for families. Additionally, the personalised service and experienced naturalist guides help ensure that the experience is educational and enjoyable for guests of all ages. However, it’s always best to check with the cruise operator for any specific age restrictions or special requirements for children.

Giving back

The sustainability program of the Aqua Mare in the Galápagos focuses on minimizing its environmental impact and promoting conservation efforts in the delicate ecosystem of the Galápagos Islands. Key elements of their sustainability program include:

Eco-friendly Design and Technology:
- The Aqua Mare is equipped with energy-efficient engines and a state-of-the-art stabilising system to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
- The yacht has advanced waste treatment systems to ensure that waste is managed responsibly and does not harm the environment.
Sustainable Practices:
- The crew follows strict waste management protocols, including recycling and proper disposal of waste materials.
- Efforts are made to reduce single-use plastics on board, using alternatives such as reusable water bottles and biodegradable materials.
Local Sourcing:
- The yacht’s dining services prioritize using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to support the local economy and reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting goods.
Conservation and Education:
- Aqua Mare employs knowledgeable naturalist guides who educate guests about the unique wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation challenges of the Galápagos.
- The yacht supports local conservation initiatives and organizations that work to protect the Galápagos environment and its inhabitants.
Responsible Tourism:
- Itineraries are carefully planned to minimize the environmental impact on visited sites, ensuring that tourism activities do not disturb the natural habitats.
- Guests are encouraged to follow responsible tourism practices, including respecting wildlife, staying on designated paths, and following guidelines provided by guides.

By incorporating these sustainable practices and technologies, the Aqua Mare aims to provide an environmentally responsible and enriching experience for its guests while helping to preserve the pristine environment of the Galápagos Islands.

Why we love Aqua Mare

Aqua offer some incredible expeditionary cruises around the world and their experience in different environments really shows in every departure. Add that to a refined level of service and you have one of the most luxurious experiences in the Galápagos.