Aqua Expeditions Launches First Superyacht Sailing in the Galapagos Islands

WHY IT RATES: The seven-suite Aqua Mare can sail with as much as 16 friends on extremely intimate, ultra-luxury expedition cruises on seven- or-14-night itineraries across the celebrated South American archipelago that few ever get to expertise. — Laurie Baratti, TravelPulse Affiliate Author

Aqua Expeditions, the posh small-ship expeditions chief, expanded its fleet with the launch of Aqua Mare, the primary superyacht now crusing amongst Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands. The seven-suite vessel presents friends a selection of two extremely personalised seven-night itineraries exploring the archipelago’s japanese and western areas, in addition to two 14-night voyages.

Aqua Mare was designed and constructed by the world-renowned Italian CRN yard with {custom} interiors by Francois Zuretti. The ship can accommodate as much as 16 friends in seven individually designed suites which vary in measurement from 215 sq. toes to an 861-square-foot Proprietor’s Suite, the biggest suite on this distant vacation spot, full with a 215-square-foot rest room. Aqua Mare is the primary of its class within the Galapagos Islands, providing friends five-star luxurious and personalised service aboard a top-of-the-line superyacht.

Unfold over 4 decks, the 164-foot ship encompasses a six-person jacuzzi, outside barbecue space and exercise zone, in addition to shaded and open solar decks. A standout function of the superyacht is its distinctive ‘Seashore Membership’ situated on the aft of the decrease deck, full with a hydraulic opening panoramic beam-to-beam window – a primary for the Galapagos Islands.

The Aqua Mare encompasses a one-to-one crew-to-guest ratio, an Aqua Expeditions model customary. With a crew of 16, together with two naturalist guides, the Aqua Mare presents an unparalleled five-star expertise in one of many world’s most sought-after locations.

Aqua Expeditions as soon as once more teamed up with award-winning Peruvian chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, to curate a culinary program that attracts inspiration from the coast to the Pacific. For the Aqua Mare, Schiaffino created a Peruvian Japanese Nikkei-inspired menu made with the freshest sustainable components sourced from native suppliers all the way in which to the Andes of Ecuador. Menu highlights embody Galapagueña lobster lettuce wraps with Acevichado dressing, potato llapingachos, tuna crudo, barbecued plantains, shrimp ceviche and extra.

Two custom-made, military-grade black rib tenders present twice-daily expeditions led by two world-class naturalist guides; every group is capped at solely eight friends. Aqua Mare can also be geared up with double kayaks, paddle boards and snorkeling gear.

Charges on Aqua Mare begin from US$9,450 per particular person for a 7-night itinerary, together with all meals and drinks (non-alcoholic, premium wines and beer); native transfers to/from really useful flights; all excursions; Galapagos Park entrance charges and INGALA transit card; laundry service and web. A 7-night constitution for as much as 16 passengers begins from US$196,000, together with home spirits and a personal masseuse for 5 hours per day.

For extra info, go to aquaexpeditions.com.

SOURCE: Aqua Expeditions press launch.