Luxury River & Yacht Cruises
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A distinguished global leader in luxurious small ship cruises, Aqua Expeditions explores the world’s most wildlife- and culture-rich locations aboard best-in-class vessels of an elegant current design. Onboard, Aqua Expeditions presents tailor-made five-star itineraries, a highly-exclusive 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio with customized service, connoisseur cuisine, and expert-guided journey things to do and excursions.
Aqua Expeditions Special Offers
Savings On | RIVER | YACHT
Aqua Blu and NIHI Sumba
An exclusive Aqua Blu voyage combined with iconic NIHI hospitality
Authentic and untamed. Take the path less traveled together with two iconic hospitality brands to experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the remote and rugged vistas of East Indonesia.
Nihi Sumba’s inclusions
- All meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning/afternoon snacks and all non-alcoholic drinks.
- Return transfer from Waikelo Harbor and Tambolaka Airport.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in NIHI Sumba’s signature open-air Safari vehicle.
- 1x 60-minute massage, per person.
- 1x Swimming with horses, per person.
- Chocolate Making Class at Chris and Charly’s Chocolate Factory.
- Wi-Fi Internet.
- Mini Bar.
- 6 pieces laundry, per person per day.
- Tour of the Sumba Foundation Projects and mountain biking.
- Activities by sea: stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling around Nihiwatu beach.
- Scheduled group yoga & meditation classes at the Yoga Pavilion.
Villas included in this package: Raja Mendaka Estate, Puncak Villa, Mamole Tree House, and 2 x Kanatar Villas.
Aqua’s inclusions
- Private charter accomodation for up to 30 passengers (15 cabins).
- All meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning/afternoon snacks while onboard.
- Non-alcoholic drinks, premium wines and beer.
- All expert-guided land and shore excursions including park fees.
- Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits.
- Scuba diving and equipment.
- All available non-motorized water sports – kayak, stand up paddleboard, floats.
- Outdoor gym, equipment and scheduled meditation sessions.
- Laundry.
- Group transfers to/from vessels on recommended flights.
- Internet with limited connection.
Terms and Conditions: Aqua Blu and NIHI Sumba Deposit and Cancellation Policies
- First deposit of 10% of gross charter cost is required at reservation, with 20% due 180 days prior to departure, and final payment due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations made 181 days or more prior to departure will be refunded 50% of the deposit, with the remaining 50% retained as a service charge.
- For cancellations made 180 days to 91 days prior to departure, all monies received are non-refundable.
- For cancellations made 90 days or less prior to departure, payment of full net client hire cost will be applied as penalty.
Early Bird Bonus 2021 & 2022
Enjoy 20% off when you book to travel across all departure dates in 2021 and 2022. This promotion is valid for Design Suites 101 and 103 on Aqua Mekong, Aria Amazon, and Aqua Nera, and Design Suites 201 and 203 on Aqua Blu*. Dreaming of adventures where ancient tales, exotic wildlife, and unparalleled beauty converge? Make your travel goals come true by sailing aboard Aqua Expeditions amidst modern luxury, innovative cuisine, and bespoke service!
Terms and Conditions
- Savings are applicable on all 2021 and 2022 departures for Aqua Mekong, Aria Amazon, Aqua Nera and Aqua Blu.
- Booking must be made by Dec 31, 2021.
- Flexible booking conditions are applicable to all bookings made in 2021 until further notice.
- This promotion is applicable on top of Aqua Mekong’s Summer Rate.
- This offer cannot be combined with other additional promotions, offers, or discounts.
- Aqua Expeditions reserves the right to withdraw special offers at any time and without notice
*Only applicable for a 7-night trip on Aqua Blu.
25% Local Resident Offer
For departures in 2021, residents living in Vietnam, Cambodia, Peru, and Indonesia can enjoy 25% off the total rack rate of your local Aqua Expeditions voyage. For departures in 2022, residents living in Indonesia can enjoy 15% off the total rack rate of your Indonesia Aqua Expeditions voyage. Aqua Expeditions vessels are flagged in the countries they operate in therefore can guarantee easy and safe access to every local port of call.
Terms and Conditions
- Booking must be made by Dec 31, 2021.
- Proof of residency is required to redeem this offer.
- Flexible booking conditions are applicable to all bookings made in 2021 until further notice.
- This promotion is applicable on top of Aqua Mekong’s Summer Rate.
- This offer cannot be combined with other additional promotions, offers, or discounts.
- Aqua Expeditions reserves the right to withdraw special offers at any time and without notice.
Past Guests: Loyalty Program
In the spirit of gratitude for their loyalty, Aqua Expeditions wants to reward their valued guests with some special benefits. For any past guest that traveled with them before, a confirmed and guaranteed room upgrade will be granted. This will be valid if you book directly with them or through your Northstar Travel advisor.
- For the Aria Amazon, Aqua Nera and Aqua Mekong, past guests pay the lower (first floor) deck rate for their suite and enjoy a suite on the upper deck.
- For the Aqua Blu, past guests enjoy a free upgrade to a suite of the next higher category.
If there is no suite upgrade available at the time of booking or before the date of departure, a complimentary massage will be provided to the past guest (per person):
- 60 minute massage on the Aria Amazon, Aqua Nera and Aqua Mekong
- 3 x 60 minute massage on the Aqua Blu
Aqua Expeditions Videos
Luxury Amazon Cruises on the Aria Amazon
Luxury River Cruising on the Mekong river only with Aqua Mekong
Aqua Expeditions | New Luxury Cruise Destinations 2019 | Indonesia
YouTube Channel
Aqua NERA Itineraries – Setting a new standard for luxury on the Peruvian Amazon, Aqua Nera bears the hallmarks of contemporary style and generous interiors that Aqua Expeditions cruise ships are known for. One of Peru’s finest chefs, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, delivers a remarkable Peruvian cuisine experience.
Virtuoso Benefits on Your Sailing
Guests may also be entitled to the following complimentary benefits. Please consult your NorthStar Virtuoso travel advisor for restrictions that may apply.
ONE COMPLIMENTARY MASSAGE ONBOARD!
No trip along the Mekong or Amazon Rivers would be complete without a relaxing visit to an Aqua Expedition spas. Book the Aria Amazon, Aqua Nera, Aqua Blu, or Aqua Mekong luxury cruises through your NorthStar Virtuoso Travel Advisor and receive ONE COMPLIMENTARY MASSAGE ONBOARD!
Advise the Aqua Expeditions’ Reservations Executive of your Virtuoso membership at the time of booking to receive this amenity.
*Valid for one (1) 50-min massage treatment onboard the Aria Amazon or one (1) 60-min massage treatment onboard the Aqua Mekong, per guest. * Valid for the treatment of your choosing from the spa menu, subject to availability.
Restrictions may apply, please see Terms & Conditions for details.
Aqua BLU Itineraries – Presenting a brand-new cruise experience in the pristine East Indonesian Archipelago, Aqua Blu is a long-range explorer yacht sailing the region’s most prized destinations, including Komodo National Park, Spice Islands and Raja Ampat on unforgettable 7- and 12-night itineraries.
Aria Amazon Itineraries – Custom-built to explore the Peruvian Amazon and the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve in absolute comfort and luxury, with minimal impact to the delicate Amazonian environment. 16 spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows give guests a full view of the Amazon’s majestic river and rainforests.
Aqua Mekong Itineraries– Charting a luxurious passage on Asia’s Mekong River across Cambodia and Vietnam, the 205-foot Aqua Mekong showcases award-winning modern design with comprehensive amenities such as a spa, gym, and river-facing plunge pool. 20 spacious suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramas of the ever-changing Mekong scenery.
