Aqua Liveaboard, Galapagos
9.1 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Extraordinary experience, highly recommended.”
Highlights
The M/Y Aqua liveaboard in the Galapagos offers the choice of 7-night diving itineraries or 3, 4 or 5-night naturalist itineraries. Nine cabins spread over 3 decks cater to 16 guests onboard and a choice of twin or matrimonial bedding. Each room features a private en-suite bathroom, individually controlled air-conditioning, and storage space. Main and upper deck cabins also have picture windows to offer sea views. Social areas dotted around the yacht include a shaded outside lounge, sun deck, indoor lounge, and library and dining area. The cuisine served on board combines local Ecuadorian and international cuisine.
A wide range of activities is included in all itineraries, giving guests a chance to get up close and experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. Naturalist cruises include guided hikes, bird-watching, and incredible photography opportunities. Divers will be blown away by the amazing marine biodiversity, with the chance to see whale sharks, schooling hammerheads, and even Mola Mola. A spacious dive deck has plenty of room for kitting up and gear storage. Two diving tenders make diving from the MY Aqua a comfortable experience, and enriched air nitrox is available for those certified. Divers will also receive a personal marine rescue GPS, a storm whistle, a diving beacon, and a surface marker tube for added safety and peace of mind.
Note: 50 logged dives is the minimum required experience for the Aqua, due to the more advanced conditions of certain dive sites.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-200 USD per trip), Visas and Fees (20 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Travel Insurance, Gratuities (40 USD per day), Local Flights (470-510 USD per trip), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox (150 USD per trip), Nitrox Course (250 USD), Rental Gear (250 USD per trip), Scuba Diving Courses.
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Aqua Reviews
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- 9.1 Superb
- Vessel 8.5
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.2
- Value 8.8
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Anna B
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Poland
It was amazing trip.
The boat isn't very new and luxury, but is big enough and super clean. Everything is well organized we had no problems during all the way. The Crew take really good care and food is very good. Thank You
- Recommended for
- The Crew - very friendly and professional. amazing food. it was very clean, cabin was cleaning every day.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Peter R
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Slovakia
Amazing experience worth repeating
My first trip to Galapagos . I have enjoyed every minute of it. Crew of Aqua were devoted, hard working. Cabin cleaned spotlessly. Diving instructors ( specially Max ) made our dives special every time. Food was amazing, well above expectations. Would be more than happy to go again!
- Recommended for
- Spectacular diving. Great crew support. Very tasty food.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Nancy T
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United States
Aqua live aboard provides a great way to explore the underwater wonders of the Galapagos Islands.
The unique diving experience; diving with sharks, rays Mola molas, sea lions and marine iguanas was a highlight that was made all the better by the efficiency of the organized crew getting divers in and out of the water. The food was excellent, served buffet style with many options, it was hard not to over eat. In most cases there was a soup or appetizer and always dessert. There were two long transits that went through the night. Several passengers experienced varying levels of sea sickness. Come prepared with anti nausea medication.
- Recommended for
- Experienced guides and crew were excellent.. Food was plentiful and tasty with good variety.. The star of the show was the access to the unique dive experience..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Greg R
- United States
Aqua, the crew and the diving are awesome.
The crew of the Aqua does a great job. They are friendly and accommodating. Diving is simply amazing.
- Recommended for
- Food was great.. Crew was awesome.. Diving was great..
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Ana Sandra M
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Spain
Adopt me in your boat
Nitrox should have been included in the price, since it us almost compulsiry to use it in this kind of diving trip. For the rest, all very good and pleasant. Extraordinary dive masters
- Recommended for
- The staff, all of them. Efficiency. The dives in Darwin.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Caroline D
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Canada
Such a great trip with highways of hammerhead sharks!
It was a great experience, the guides are very knowledgeable, patients, helping and adapting the plan to the conditions of the water and the divers.
- Recommended for
- So many different underwater species to see. Staff. Darwin and wolf islands.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sterling K
- United States
Incredible experience with a great company!
Easy to book, beautiful and clean boat, loved the eating and hanging out areas, comfortable bed, and incredible scenery. More wildlife than I could have dreamed! Food was plentiful and so many options. Delicious every day!
- Recommended for
- Seeing a whale shark and manta ray up-close. The food, boat, and dive staff. The gorgeous landscape and scenery.
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- 7.6 Good
- Rosanne C
- United States
Challenging dives, diverse and plentiful wildlife, excellent crew service
This was a bucket list trip and it lived up to my expectations. We were lucky in that the 14 divers on board got along so well. The meals and snacks were plentiful and delicious. The dive master, Max, was a local and very experienced. He kept us well-informed and prepared for the dives which was important because the current was quite strong on many of the dives. Compared to other dive boat prices, this was a good deal; however, don't forget to add in all the extra costs when budgeting. I ended up spending an extra $900 at the end of the week from nitrox, gear rental, gratuities, etc... Worth it for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but just factor it in during planning. The only downside to my week is that the cabin I had (upper twin bunk) was VERY small and shared with a . A few of the other double rooms were much larger. So consider your room selection carefully.
- Recommended for
- Diversity of and proximity to Wildlife (the marine iguana dive was magical!). The efficiency and care of Dive Crew. Crew service and Friendliness.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Taylor L
- United States
Great diving
Aqua is a comfortable boat with a wonderful crew. Food, drinks, and facilities were excellent. Rental gear is in very good shape and the crew maintains the boats and equipment very well. The crew and dive guides prioritize safe diving. They were also very flexible and rearranged the itinerary to fit the conditions as best as possible. The diving was great - all kinds of sharks, rays and mola mola, etc. Plus, unlike other dive boats, Aqua’s dive guides are also naturalists and were able to lead panga visits to islands so we could learn about and photograph wildlife above the water between dives. Great trip, we highly recommend it!
- Recommended for
- Dive itinerary, crew and guides were great
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- 9.2 Superb
- Jacek G
- Poland
Great experience
Fantastic trip and unforgettable experience. The boat is not new but it is clean and well maintained and offers everything you need on a diving trip. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Great guides, who not only take care of their divers but have extensive knowledge about dive sites, wildlife and Galapagos archipelago as well.
- Recommended for
- Diving. Staff/guides. Food.
