CAT I: Owner's Suite 202

Located on the main deck, a grand suite like this rarely becomes available unless you charter an entire superyacht. At 80 square meters, Aqua Mare’s Owner’s Suite boasts a California King bed and multiple closets with grand beam-to-beam size. Eight large windows plus two more in the bathroom add to the opulent luxury. A separate study can be conveniently closed off for private dining or to accommodate two more guests on a sofa bed and pullman bed.

The bathroom features a large double shower, separate toilet, and vanity with sofa for added comfort.

Additional features include a large hydraulic 40" TV hidden from view, two armchairs, and veneer craftsmanship of the highest standards. It has a separate fresh intake valve and is a suite made for an Alist guest who expects only the best of the best. Along with the amenities offered to all Aqua Mare guests, booking the Owner’s Suite includes unlimited access to high-speed Starlink WiFi and complimentary beverages including cocktails, house wines, and all beers and non-alcoholic drinks.

CAT II: Cabin 201

This 26 square meter cabin is located on the Main Deck and is among the first suites to be booked. A comfortable king-sized bed faces a large window, allowing you to enjoy spectacular views from your bed. Two custom built-in armchairs provide space to catch up on reading or plan for your next excursions.

The ensuite bathroom has a walk-in shower and plenty of counter space and storage capacity. A separate closet area provides some privacy for the early riser in the couple. An automatic built-in popup TV entertains you in case you want to catch up on your latest Netflix episodes that can be air-played on to the large 40-inch screen. Raw silk wall panels ensure a high level of luxury

CAT III: Cabin 101

On the lower deck, accessed by a circular staircase, this cabin is serene with ample light from two oval portholes. With a double bed, exquisite veneer panels, and suede ceilings, it exudes luxury. A leather-top desk and chair offer a stylish workspace. Complete with a flat screen TV and Apple TV, the suite ensures entertainment. The bathroom, lit by its porthole, features double sinks and ample storage. A spacious walk-in shower and armchair highlight its size.

CAT III: Cabin 102

Located on the lower deck and very quiet, this spacious suite is one of a kind with a large private Jacuzzi and separate sauna for two. So, if having your own spa is important then you should book this cabin quickly. A double bed and a leather vanity desk allow you to enjoy the natural light via two portholes.

There is plenty of closet space to unpack and even a small corner cabinet fully fitted with a minibar. It will be difficult to find a reason to leave your suite thanks to all the unique pampering aspects of the suite.

CAT IV: Cabin 103

For those wanting a twin cabin that is located on the lower deck, this is the perfect fit. If you're traveling with family, there is also the option to transform it into a triple cabin. Two large lower twin beds and one beautifully tucked-in Pullman twin bed to accommodate three adults comfortably. Two portholes and one in the bathroom provide natural light throughout the cabin. A leather-top desk and chair are also present in the suite. This craftsmanship is reflective of the Italian CRN yard's versatility and attention to detail, as seen in all of Aqua Mare's suites. The spacious bathroom is fitted with top-of-the-line finishing including Italian marble and veneers.

CAT IV: Cabin 104

Located on the lower deck and with a large bathroom, this well-lit suite is sure to please the most demanding of guests. This suite comes fitted with a double bed, a small leather-topped desk, and comfortable chair to provide that much needed laptop station or vanity space. The two portholes allow plenty of natural light to illuminate the suite. The bathroom features its own porthole, double sink, and large shower, providing comfort at its best. This cabin has ample space to enjoy a rest after following in Darwin's footsteps but worlds apart from the galleon he sailed.

CAT V: Cabin 301

Located on the Bridge Deck, this suite complete with double bed is located on the highest level of the yacht. The cozy small bathroom suits all needs. Ample closet space to unpack fully for your seven nights onboard. The suite also comprises a leather-top desk and chair. A great room with plenty of natural light and wonderful private view from the large panoramic window.

Sun Deck

• Jacuzzi & Sun Beds
• Shaded Dining Area
• Outdoor Barbeque Area

Upper Deck

• Cabin 301
• Aft Outdoor Dining
• Panoramic Lounge

Main Deck

• Cabin 201
• Cabin 202
• Indoor Dining Room

Lower Deck

• Cabin 101
• Cabin 102
• Cabin 103
• Cabin 104
• Swim Platform
• Beach Club

Panoramic Lounge

An impressively large space with beam-to-beam windows, the main lounge is the heart of Aqua Mare. The center of the space is furnished with a stately U-shaped sofa where guests may find respite after morning and afternoon excursions, watch lectures on two large flatscreen televisions presented by our expert naturalist guides, or curl up with a signature Assouline edition of Darwin’s ‘On The Origin of Species’.

Sun Deck

Aqua Mare’s iconic sun deck is the ideal setting to enjoy the volcanic scenery of the Galapagos Islands. Here, you will find a spacious outdoor barbecue area, an outdoor six-person jacuzzi and sunbeds, as well as a convertible outdoor workout zone.

Beach Club

Located at the lower deck, this multipurpose room is one of the highlights of Aqua Mare. Named the ‘Beach Club’ because it is located at water level, it serves as an extension of the dynamic Galapagos Islands landscape and boasts a swimming platform from which many excursions are launched. This room serves as a pre-excursion briefing space and is also ideal for guests to come together to swap stories after a busy day of activities, or simply take advantage of the wraparound sofa, large panoramic windows and flatscreen TV for a lazy family movie night indoors.

Bridge

Positioned above the main deck, this command hub offers an unobstructed view of the sea. Manned by our exceptional crew, it ensures the safety and precision of your journey through the Galapagos Islands.

Galapagos Excursions

As the first true superyacht to sail the Galapagos Islands, Aqua Mare’s sophisticated interiors and social spaces set the stage for the most exclusive way to navigate this remote destination. Featuring the archipelago’s best guest-to-guide ratio – with only eight guests per expert naturalist guide – guests can be assured of a highly captivating and personalized, private Galapagos cruise experience like no other. Aqua Mare takes guests on a truly immersive journey fueled by our one-of-a-kind approach to small ship expedition cruising and vast experience exploring the world’s most exotic destinations. 

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling

Snorkeling is a wonderful way to experience the incredible biodiversity found in the waters surrounding the Galapagos Islands. Many snorkeling sites in the archipelago feature shallow, gentle waters frequented by marine wildlife. As with land species in the Galapagos Islands, those underwater don’t shy away from humans either, making sea adventures delightful. Be prepared for playful sea lions and gentle sea turtles to swim harmoniously around you while on our luxury Galapagos cruise.

Aqua Mare provides each guest with their own snorkeling gear to keep throughout the entirety of their voyage, which includes a mask, snorkel, fins, and a wetsuit. Our favorite snorkeling sites in the Galapagos Islands include:

• Las Bachas Beach: An important nesting site for the Pacific green turtle, this is a prime location for a Galapagos turtle excursion to encounter these aquatic species while swimming in the beach’s calm, crystal-clear waters.
• Sombrero Chino: A hotspot where the unique Galapagos penguins and white-tipped reef sharks are frequent sightings.
• Espinoza Point: A spot for up-close encounters with epic marine iguanas, a rare reptile species only found in the Galapagos Islands.

Scuba diving in the Galápagos Islands is available through certified third party local operators licensed under the Galápagos National Park framework. Aqua Mare does not provide or arrange diving services. Guests can coordinate in advance with the selected operator to arrange diving experiences during their Aqua Mare itinerary. All diving is independent of, and the sole responsibility of, the chosen dive operator.

Kayaking & Paddle Boarding

The Galapagos Islands’ feature areas designated for kayaking and paddle boarding activities. These calm waters offer the perfect scenario to explore the shore landscapes and marine life from a unique perspective. Aqua Mare is equipped with eight top-of-the-line double-kayaks and two paddle boards for guests of all ages to venture out on their own and at their own pace.

The main locations for kayak and paddle adventures in the Galapagos Islands include:

• Tagus Cove: Kayaking in this deep-water bay will take you close to the shore, where flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins hang out on the cliff ledge. As a former pirate hideout, you will be able to see their graffiti left on rock walls as evidence of their presence.
• Espumilla Beach: Take your pick between a kayak or paddleboard to catch a glimpse of octopi, moray eels, and even sharks, while Galapagos hawks circle overhead.
• Darwin Bay: A beautiful coral beach for excellent chance encounters with sea lions, boobies, frigate birds, and hundreds of colored reef fish.

Guided Hiking Adventures

On an Aqua Mare cruise itinerary, each day is an opportunity to explore a new island and discover its unique natural riches. Walking trails allow guests to venture deep into habitats and encounter endemic wildlife.

Aqua Mare’s expert guides are incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to the region’s landscape, flora, and fauna. They’ve been handpicked by Aqua Expeditions to offer an enriching, entertaining, and highly educational Galapagos tours. Whether it’s easy beach walks or on more challenging hikes, they will share the most valuable insights about the islands’ history, geology, and wildlife. Some of the best hiking or walking paths include:

• Sullivan Bay: one of the most geologically interesting sites due to its magnificent display of pahoehoe lava landscapes, a type of smooth basaltic lava flow solidified into an uneven terrain of swirling and rippling patterns.
• Bartolome Island: a challenging climb up 374 wooden steps to a viewpoint that offers a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the Galapagos Islands and the iconic Pinnacle Rock.
• Los Gemelos (Twin Craters): Two huge sinkholes formed by magma chambers where visitors have the chance to observe diverse birdlife and lush green vegetation.
• Egas Port: Offers a relaxing walk along its black sand beaches and lava shoreline as Sally Lightfoot crabs cross your path and fur seals are found resting peacefully in the rocky caves.
• Rabida Island: Known as the red island for its beautiful Mars-like landscapes of a peculiar reddish color, caused by the oxidation of iron oxide in its soil – a product of its volcanic origin.

Up-Close Wildlife Encounters

More than 9,000 different species of flora and fauna populate the Galapagos Islands. Among these are remarkable creatures found nowhere else in the world – giant tortoises with lifespans of 150 years, some of the only penguins found north of the equator, iguanas that have learned how to swim, and a bird that lost its ability to fly. It is no wonder these enchanting islands are famously referred to as a “living laboratory of evolution”.

Due to the lack of predators in the region, the animals and birds of the Galapagos do not feel threatened by humans. This lack of a defensive instinct makes it possible to approach and observe them up close – while still maintaining the safe distance required by the National Park, of course. Every island you visit on your Aqua Mare voyage will present magical encounters with exotic life forms. Here are a few visits to look forward to:

• Suarez Point: Chance to see a large colony of waved albatrosses, an extremely rare bird species only seen on Española Island. The trail also includes sightings of sea lions, nesting colonies of blue-footed boobies and Nazca boobies, and red- and green-colored marine iguanas.
• South Plaza: A small island where visitors can walk through colorful Galapagos carpetweed and giant Opuntia cacti, as well as spot beautiful seabirds such as the endemic swallow-tailed gull. This is the only place in the world where hybrid iguanas can be found – the result of crossbreeding between a male marine iguana and female land iguana.
• Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill): Home to a robust population of land iguanas, where guests will also come across arid zone vegetation such as cacti and Palo Santo trees and might be able to spot flamingoes at a hidden saltwater lagoon.
• El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve: Amazing encounters with giant tortoises in their natural habitat, as well as Darwin’s finches and short-eared owls in a beautiful area of pastures and Scalesia forests.

Swim Platform

Dive into aquatic bliss straight from our superyacht. This spot invites you to dive from yacht to sea, providing direct access for a refreshing plunge into crystal-clear waters.

Aft Outdoor Dining

The diverse and dynamic cuisine served onboard Aqua Mare deserves to be presented in a spectacular setting, and the Aft Outdoor Dining Room is the perfect location with its sweeping views. Enjoy communal meals at the grand 16-seater table or simply watch the surrounding islands from the comfortable daybeds at the aft of the yacht.

Indoor Dining Room

For a change of scenery, dine in Aqua Mare's indoor dining room, a stylish retreat offering a cozy alternative to open-air settings. Ideal for intimate meals and special occasions, this refined space combines culinary delights with an elegant ambiance for a memorable dining experience.

Shaded Dining Area

Savor exquisite cuisine aboard Aqua Mare in an intimate outdoor setting. Enjoy the company of your loved ones, friends, or colleagues as you embark on a culinary journey amidst breathtaking views.