Aqua Mare
The Galapagos Islands’ first true superyacht experience
As the first true superyacht in the Galapagos Islands, the 50m Aqua Mare takes an iconic once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the next level. With her expansive size and world-class pedigree, she boasts 30 percent more indoor volume than most yachts her size, making her the perfect respite after active days exploring the remote wildlife and dynamic nature of the Archipelago.
Aboard the Italian CRN Yacht-built Aqua Mare, guests will find seven large Zuretti-designed suites, including an 80 sqm Owner’s Suite, extravagant indoor and outdoor social spaces, elegant finishing, and immaculate attention to detail, making it the first of its kind in the region, and the ultimate retreat while exploring the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Galapagos Archipelago. Exclusivity is combined with the most personalized service enabled by two naturalist guides for 16 guests, on top of the islands’ most exclusive one-to-one crew to guest ratio.
A tale of elegance and legacy
A truly stunning example of signature Italian luxury mega yacht builders CRN Yachts, Aqua Mare is a vessel of distinction in every way. Designed and built in 1998, the 50m superyacht incorporates original custom interiors by famous yacht designer François Zuretti, and timeless exterior styling by the Italy-based Studio Scanu.
Originally consisting of five elegant staterooms, the 2021 refurbishment led by Aqua Expeditions Director Birgit Galli Zugaro sees Aqua Mare add two spacious cabins to the already luxurious mix. A personalized interior makeover that complements the rich history of its destination, Aqua Mare reveals the personalized Aqua Expeditions touch and is ready to be enjoyed in all her sophisticated and contemporary glory.
Sophistication and safety
Having attained the highest international classifications (ISM, Lloyd’s Register) in safety, the vessel is additionally equipped with Koop Nautic Sea Rocq Underway stabilizers that allow for comfort at rest or while sailing at a maximum speed of 17 knots, faster than anyone in the Archipelago.
Aqua Mare’s range outperforms any other yacht in the region, with a cruising range of 4,800 nm, allowing for explorers on board to experience the entirety of the wild and magnificent Archipelago at its most varied and intimate.
Passengers are accommodated in seven sea-facing Design Suites across three decks.
- Upper Deck: 1 Cat V Design Suite measuring 16 square meters / 172 square feet
- Main Deck: 1 Cat I Owner’s Suite measuring 80 square meters / 861 square feet, 1 Cat II Design Suite measuring 26 square meters / 280 square feet
- Lower Deck: 2 Cat III Design Suites measuring 28 square meters / 301 square feet 2 Cat IV Design Suites measuring 22 square meters / 237 square feet
Accommodations and Cabins
- Upper Deck: 1 Cat V Design Suite measuring 16 square meters / 172 square feet
- Main Deck: 1 Cat I Owner’s Suite measuring 80 square meters / 861 square feet, 1 Cat II Design Suite measuring 26 square meters / 280 square feet
- Lower Deck: 2 Cat III Design Suites measuring 28 square meters / 301 square feet 2 Cat IV Design Suites measuring 22 square meters / 237 square feet
- Sun Deck with Panoramic Dining, Outdoor Seating, Lounge Sofa, Outdoor Barbecue area, Outdoor 6-person Jacuzzi, and Outdoor Workout Zone
- Upper Deck with Bridge, Main Panoramic Lounge, Library, Lobby Bar, and Outdoor Deck
- Main Deck with Indoor Dining Room, Pop-Up Boutique, and Outdoor Dining and Lounge Area
- Lower Deck with Swim Platform, and Indoor Panoramic Beach Club
On Board Living and Social Areas
- Sun Deck with Panoramic Dining, Outdoor Seating, Lounge Sofa, Outdoor Barbecue area, Outdoor 6-person Jacuzzi, and Outdoor Workout Zone
- Upper Deck with Bridge, Main Panoramic Lounge, Library, Lobby Bar, and Outdoor Deck
- Main Deck with Indoor Dining Room, Pop-Up Boutique, and Outdoor Dining and Lounge Area
- Lower Deck with Swim Platform, and Indoor Panoramic Beach Club
- Year Built: 1998
- Year Refurbished: 2021
- Year Operational: 2022 (Inaugural voyage June 2022)
- Cabins: Seven suites across three decks in five different suite categories
- Ports of Embarkation: Baltra Airport (Seymour Island) and Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island)
- Vessel’s Registry: Ecuador
- Type of Vessel: CRN Superyacht Explorer
- Length: 163.1 feet / 49.73 meters
- Beam: 30.4 feet / 9.27 meters
- Draft: 10.4 feet / 3.17 meters
- Cruising Speed: 10 – 12 knots with a maximum speed of 17 knots
- Electricity: 380/220V 50/60Hz
- Engines: 2 x CAT 1978 HP CAT 3516R
- Generators: 2 x 205kW CAT 9.9, 1 x 80kW Northern Lights Night Generator, and 1 x 50kW Emergency Generator
- Stabilizers: Koop Nautic, Sea Rocq, Underway
- Safety: ISM Compliant/Lloyd’s Register (PC)
Ship Specifications
- Year Built: 1998
- Year Refurbished: 2021
- Year Operational: 2022 (Inaugural voyage June 2022)
- Cabins: Seven suites across three decks in five different suite categories
- Ports of Embarkation: Baltra Airport (Seymour Island) and Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island)
- Vessel’s Registry: Ecuador
- Type of Vessel: CRN Superyacht Explorer
- Length: 163.1 feet / 49.73 meters
- Beam: 30.4 feet / 9.27 meters
- Draft: 10.4 feet / 3.17 meters
- Cruising Speed: 10 – 12 knots with a maximum speed of 17 knots
- Electricity: 380/220V 50/60Hz
- Engines: 2 x CAT 1978 HP CAT 3516R
- Generators: 2 x 205kW CAT 9.9, 1 x 80kW Northern Lights Night Generator, and 1 x 50kW Emergency Generator
- Stabilizers: Koop Nautic, Sea Rocq, Underway
- Safety: ISM Compliant/Lloyd’s Register (PC)
