AQUA BLU

Aqua Blu’s crew totals 25, including a cruise director, dive instructor, paramedic and English-speaking guides. With a maximum capacity of 30 guests, this is one of the highest crew to staff ratios in the water.

ACCOMMODATION

Spread across four decks, 15 sea-facing contemporary suites have all been individually designed and are available in three categories with two pairs of inter-connecting suites ideal for families.

BOAT FACILITIES

• Sundeck with outdoor seating
• Barbecue
• Spa with jacuzzi
• Exercise zone
• Indoor lounge bar
• Library
• TV room
• Salon and dining room

OUT & ABOUT

• Walking excursions on Komodo Island
• Diving sites
• Snorkelling

WINE & DINE

A key focus is on cuisine and Michelin-starred chefs from around the globe have been brought in to create mouth-watering menus synonymous with the spice routes from Africa to the Middle East and Asia.

BOAT SPECIFICATIONS

• Year Built: 1968 as British Naval Explorer HMS Beagle
• Year Converted: 2006
• Year Refurbished: 2019
• Cabins: 15 suites across 4 decks in 3 different suite categories
• Ports of Embarkation: Bali, Labuan Bajo, Maumere, Ambon, Sorong
• Vessel’s Registry: Indonesia
• Type of Vessel: Ocean-and-sea Expedition Yacht
• Length: 198 feet / 60 meters
• Beam: 37’ 05” / 11.4 meters
• Draft: 13 feet / 4.2 meters
• Cruising Speed: 10-12 knots
• Electricity: 220V and 110V
• Engines: 4 x 660hp Lister Blackstone
• Generators: 2 x Volvo Penta 225kW, 1 x Volvo Penta 80kW (backup)
• Stabilizers: Quantum Zero Speed
• Safety: ISM Compliant/RINA Class/SOLAS Certified