Aqua Liveaboard, Galapagos

Name: Itinerary A - Diving Trip (Baltra - Baltra)
Start: 2026-11-24
End: 2026-12-01
Location: Galapagos

9.1 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers

from $ 584 / day Check dates

“Extraordinary experience, highly recommended.”
MANUEL M, Spain

Highlights

Both naturalist & diving itineraries are available, offering the best of both worlds
Diving itineraries visit the iconic Wolf & Darwin dive sites

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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14 Jul

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,195

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01 Sep

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,945

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08 Sep

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,975

FULL

15 Sep

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,975

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22 Sep

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,195

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29 Sep

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,195

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06 Oct

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,745

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13 Oct

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,745

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10 Nov

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,195

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17 Nov

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$ 5,975

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24 Nov

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$ 5,195

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01 Dec

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 5,195

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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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Boat features

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Fine Cuisine
Al Fresco Dining
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Buffet style
Local Food

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Spanish.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 1998

Year renovated: 2023

Length: 26 meters

Deck area: Width 5.5 meters

Beam: 5.5 meters

Top speed: 10 knots

Cruising speed: 9 knots

Engines: 2 Cummins 270 HP

Max guests: 16

Number of cabins: 9

Number of bathrooms: 9

Tenders: 2 Caribe (C-20 & C-17) with 50 HP Yamaha four stroke outboards

Fuel capacity: 2291 gallons

Freshwater maker: 1200 gallons

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Aqua Reviews

9.1 Superb

Vessel

8.5
Crew

9.2
Food

9.6
Diving

9.2
Value

8.8

8.8 Fabulous
Rachel O
United States

Great trip!
Trip was very well run, crew was lovely and efficient, guides were knowledgeable and helpful, food was awesome! Definitely recommend!
Recommended for
Crew and guides. Itinerary. Food.
13 Jun, 2026

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..
04 Apr, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Anna B
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.
14 Apr, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Adrienne Y
United States

Fun boat and once in a lifetime diving
The crew did a great job of setting a fun atmosphere with little celebrations throughout the trip (welcome and last dive, holidays, crossing the equator). Guides had great knowledge of the sites and were able to help us see all the species we were most interested in.
Recommended for
Fun atmosphere. Attentive and friendly crew. Great dive briefings and guide knowledge of sites.
01 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sam H
United Kingdom

World class diving on a comfortable boat
World class diving on a comfortable boat. Dive site were incredible, even if we were not blessed with great visibility and currents. Rooms were comfortable, good and plentiful food.
Recommended for
Dive experiences. Great guides. Friendly crew.
14 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
Andy L
United States

Great trip...wonderful crew!
The diving was very, very interesting - lots of sharks (2 whale sharks), and all the other stuff that you are supposed to see in the Galapagos. The crew was very attentive and went out of their way to make the trip great.
Recommended for
Diving, crew, food.
05 Aug, 2022

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
23 May, 2021

9.6 Exceptional
Ana Sandra M
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.
20 Feb, 2026

10 Exceptional
Laura P
Switzerland

Fantastic One-Week Diving Trip on Aqua
My boyfriend and I went on a one-week liveaboard trip on Aqua, and it was an amazing experience! The boat was simple but very well maintained, and the staff was fantastic—extremely friendly and professional. They took care of everything we needed. The dive guides were excellent and explained everything clearly. The rental diving equipment seemed new and in great condition. We loved all the dives, even though we traveled during the warmer season, which is considered less popular than the colder months for liveaboards in the Galápagos. Still, we saw plenty of marine life, and it was worth every dollar! The service on board was excellent. The boat was always clean, and the food was delicious and varied. There were also snacks and juices after the dives, which we really appreciated. I highly recommend this liveaboard—it’s absolutely worth it!
Recommended for
Dive guides and sites. Food. Staff on board.
12 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Shintaro K
Japan

Best Diving Cruises
Diving on Wolf Island and Darwin Island was exactly what I had imagined and I had the best week. Meals and desserts also change daily, so you can enjoy daily meals.The price range is reasonable and highly recommended.
Recommended for
Diving, of course. Friendly and helpful guide and crew. Different meals and desserts every day.
03 Sep, 2025

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9.1 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Nicholas M
Australia

Easy 10 out of 10
Diving the Galapagos was a bucket list item. This trip crossed it off and then immediately put it right back on again. Daniel and Jesus were brilliant dive guides and ensured we saw everything there was. The crew are brilliant too and work well together. They operate like ninjas where tasks are done without you even seeing or asking. Well oiled machine!
Recommended for
Dive Guides and crew - they work as a team to give a great experience. Boat and gear all well maintained. No issues at all. Food was good quality and plentiful for every meal..
24 Jan, 2026

9.2 Superb
Nancy T
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..
14 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
Alex R
United Kingdom

September 2025.
Had a great week on Aquas Pengiuno live aboard. The crew are outstanding, attending to every need with no issue. The quantity, quality and variety of doos was incredible considering its prepared on board in a small kitchen. The diving was amazing as you would expect at this location. All diving is done from RHIB’s and again the crew helping you get kitted up and into the RHIB are outstanding. So helpful. The dive guides are incredibly knowledgeable about the locations and history of the dive sites and islands. Added an extra element to the trip to understand the formation of the islands. Being there in September we were lucky enough to see everything we hoped to including whale shakes. Hammerheads, manta rays and even orcas. If I was lucky enough to go again, I would go with this boat again. Everything from being met at the airport to the diving was managed seamlessly by the company and the crew.
Recommended for
The Crew.. The variety of food.. Dive deck..
29 Sep, 2025

10 Exceptional
matthieu R
France

Sensational
it s been a sensational week in all a spect! The diving was simply unreal and the Galapagos are incredible! On top of this, this entire crew has been great! Great guides, great service and food, nice boat, all that with a smile, in one word it s been a phenomenal trip! Thanks a lot for an unforgettable week
Recommended for
Stunning diving & great crew!
02 Mar, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
Virginia F
Australia

Friendly liveaboard with great food
Overall, the trip was really enjoyable. We saw lots of sealife and the crew was friendly and helpful. There were 6 dives at Wolf Island at the same repeated dive site, and 5 dives at Wolf at the same two dive sites. The aim of these dives was to see sharks. We saw lots of different sharks, which was great, but it would have been better to mix it up more and do more dives in the other islands as well.
Recommended for
Food was fantastic. The crew was friendly and helpful. The cabins were comfortable.
21 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Christoph B
Switzerland

The safari had far exceeded my expectations
Breathtaking dives at the best dive sites and unforgettable nature experiences in the Galapagos archipelago.
Recommended for
Diving, Crew, Food
12 Feb, 2022

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9.2 Superb
Natascha F
Netherlands

Way beyond expectations Awesome!
The guides did their best to show everything the Galapagos has to offer and made sure everyone got to see it.
Recommended for
The guides, their expertise, service.
05 Aug, 2022

Translated from Dutch

9.2 Superb
Nicolas M
France

Amazing experience on the Aqua boat
This trip with Aqua was amazing, I never saw so much wildlife in one trip. We managed to see almost all of the animals we wanted to see, even the ones that we didn't dream of seeing. The real point added by this cruise is that you have a very good itinerary, for a cheaper price than the others, on a boat that is medium sized and survives a bit better the waves than smaller boats. Also the crew was all from the Galapagos, which is nice to give back to the local community. The boat isn't really new but it does the job. The divemaster allowed themselves to modify a bit the itinerary to give us a couple more dives in Darwin were the conditions were amazing. This added flexibility is definitely a plus. Beware, if you dive during the cold season, it does get quite cold and they only provide 7mm, which probably won't be enough for you. Also only go on this cruise if you're experienced or ready to dive in challenging conditions. The divemasters expect you to be proficient and mostly autonomous after the first couple dives. Very pleasant liveaboard, definitely recommends
Recommended for
The wildlife, the itinerary, the crew
07 Aug, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Ailig S
United Kingdom

First liveaboard, and what a way to start!
Highlights were diving with sea lions, penguins, iguanas, hammerheads, schools of eagle rays, and massive oceanic manta rays. The crew worked really hard to make it as an enjoyable trip as possible. Will definitely be back.
Recommended for
Best things were the unique locations, the crew, and the dive guides.
08 Mar, 2023

10 Exceptional
Rafael C
Spain

Great !
We saw everything that could be seen. Great guides.
Recommended for
Incredible crew
05 Jul, 2021

10 Exceptional
Ry F
United States

Dive the Galapagos aboard the Aqua!
Because the dive companies cooperate, we had spectacular dive sites to ourselves. We were not there for high season, but still saw an incredible selection of biodiversity. The food onboard was delicious and plentiful. On many liveaboards, we are the youngest divers, but this trip was full of really fun younger people. We would dive with the Aqua again!
Recommended for
The best 3 things about the Aqua were the crew, the food, and amazing diving.
24 Apr, 2023

9.2 Superb
shunjiro T
Japan

I was able to see everything I wanted to see.
I didn't think I would be able to see all the fish at all the points. Whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays, sea lions, iguanas, mambo, ginger tornados. It was the most spectacular dive I've ever done.
Recommended for
We were able to see whale sharks, mambo, and sea lions.
07 Jul, 2023

10 Exceptional
Brett K
United States

Incredible experience!
World class diving and an incredible experience in the Galapagos. Juan Carlos and Jesus were fantastic. Highly recommend Aqua!
Recommended for
Knowledgeable dive instructos. Amazing diving. Great crew and boat experience.
31 May, 2025

10 Exceptional
Stacy G
United States

Amazing trip! Didn’t want to leave
I had an amazing time aboard the Aqua. From the moment I met with the crew, everything was a breeze. I didn’t need to worry about anything during the duration of the trip. The days and schedule were organized so well. The staff took care of everything so all we really needed to worry about was waking up on time :)
Recommended for
Boat, crew, ease of everything.
24 Feb, 2020

10 Exceptional
Gabor F
Hungary

Aqua liveaboard
I'm 67, with 500+ dives, and this was my first liveaboard, so I was a bit anxious. But, the trip fulfilled all my expectations, the crew is the best, food was excellent, the dive guides did their best to show us everything that is "available" this time of the year.
Recommended for
everything. everything. everything.
17 May, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Verena W
Germany

What a week! Magical wildlife and lovely people!
This week was the best diving of my life: hundreds of hammerhead sharks, several whale sharks, turtles, iguanas, dolphins, and most playful sea lions. Every dive was very unique and had another highlight! Please bear in mind that diving can be challenging due to currents and cold water but definitely worth it. The divemasters Juan Carlos and Jesus were super professional and made the diving experience super safe and most importantly great fun! The whole boat crew was so kind and helpful and the boat was very new and comfy. Surprisingly I had a great night's sleep! Also food was great! I am a vegetarian and was super happy in addition veggie protein sources were provided with every meal. The highlight of the week was all the interesting and lovely travel companions who became a little family.
Recommended for
Every dive was just another highlight, great guides, lovely people.
29 Jun, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Francois D
France

Exceptional dives at an "affordable" price
The encounter with a school of hammerhead sharks and a school of dolphins in Wolf; being alone in the world on the beautiful and wild sites of Darwin and Wolf; Starry skies from the upper deck
Recommended for
Quality of the dives, friendliness, "affordable" price for this service.
01 Mar, 2024

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10 Exceptional
Charles-Henri B
France

The best Liveaboard experience ever ! Highly recommended !
1) Darwin : a must in diving experience! 2) The boat Aqua : one of the best ratio price/quality for Galapagos liveaboards 3) The high quality of service orientation of the staff : the best customer experience among the 10+ dive cruises I had in the past 20 years
Recommended for
Professionalism
04 Aug, 2022

9.2 Superb
MATTHEW A
United States

Great crew, dives and experience.
Wolf island had the best visibility and shark density. Cape Douglas was shallow and the surge was strong, but the sea life was some of the best, with Marine Iguanas, seals, octopus, etc. The shallow dive provided good light for video too. And the surge was actually a lot of fun.
Recommended for
All the support from the crew, the meals and the dives.
07 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
Johann Rudolf N
Germany

An incredible week full of wonderful diving
Wow! What a week! The crew is doing everything to make the best stay for everyone on board. I loved the hot showers right at the dive area on the boat and the fresh towels after each dive! :) There were plenty of vegan and vegetarian food options and snacks after each dive. The food was delicious! The diving gear was professional, everything worked well. The guiding under water was always amazing! I loved every single dive!! But make sure to know how to dive in these strong conditions before going on a boat around Galapagos ;) The cabins were cleaned every day. As I said, the crew is the best!! Each cabin has its own bathroom with shower and toilet. Thank you for a wonderful week and see you someday in the future :) Muchas gracias amigos!
Recommended for
food, crew, diving
15 Jan, 2024