Aqua Blu
A vessel of naval heritage, refitted for the frontiers of East Indonesia.
The Experience
A Day Aboard Aqua Blu
Mornings aboard Aqua Blu start at the dive platform, where the first briefing happens as the sun rises over the water and the scent of reef mixes with salt air. The two excursion skiffs are already in the water. One heads toward the dive site, the other toward a beach that only shows up on the captain's personal charts. The remaining guests take breakfast on the Forecastle Deck, where coffee arrives before anyone has to ask.
Afternoons shift pace. The Sun Deck fills with guests who have just returned from snorkeling or kayaking. The spa books quickly: a Balinese massage therapist works through the afternoon. At 10 knots, Aqua Blu moves between anchorages with efficiency, arriving at the evening's position in time for drinks in the Sky Lounge before the kitchen sends out dinner. With thirty crew for thirty guests, the ratio holds at a level where attention never slackens and nothing is rushed.
The Vessel
Technical Specifications
International Safety Classification
Aqua Blu holds the highest international classifications in safety and is equipped with Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers for optimal comfort across open-water passages. Her steel construction, built to naval specifications, and her 2024 refurbishment mean she meets stringent standards for extended ocean voyaging in remote waters across the Indonesian archipelago.
Accommodation
Fifteen Private Sanctuaries
Aqua Blu's 15 suites range from 14 to 34 square meters across four decks. The vessel was originally fitted out under Dutch yacht designer Cor D. Rover during her 2006 conversion; her current interiors were refreshed in 2024 by Birgit Galli Zugaro. Plush carpets, neutral tones, and organic bath amenities define the rooms, while overhead rainfall showers in every en-suite bathroom reflect the quality of finishing throughout the vessel. The largest suites feel more akin to boutique hotel rooms than anything built for a hull. Whether guests book a double or twin configuration, they find the same quiet attention to detail: well-calibrated reading lights, climate control that responds without fuss, and sightlines through portholes to whichever island happens to be passing.
Sixty meters of steel hull, five tenders in the water, and thirty crew standing by before breakfast.
The Team
Meet the Crew
A one-to-one crew-to-guest ratio enables attentive, unobtrusive service. The team is led by a Cruise Director and includes three Naturalist Guides, dive professionals, and a spa therapist trained in Balinese technique. Every role aboard is filled with purpose.
The Navigator
Extensive experience on long-range passages through East Indonesia's most remote archipelagos
The Culinary Director
Indonesian, European, and Mediterranean cuisine. Fresh, sustainably caught seafood is the kitchen's signature
The Marine Expert
Certified dive professionals with deep knowledge of the reefs in Raja Ampat, Komodo, and the Banda Sea
The Wellness Guide
Balinese massage and aromatherapy treatments available throughout the voyage
Charter Rates
Aqua Blu Pricing
Bali, Komodo, Spice Islands
Regular season
$377,000 /week
Raja Ampat departures
Raja Ampat season
$396,000 /week
Holiday Season
Holiday season (departures from 20 December)
$415,000 /week
Gross rates for a 7-night charter, plus 12% Indonesian VAT. Raja Ampat and holiday-season departures are priced as shown. Longer charters are quoted on request.
Included
- Full crew, all meals, and non-alcoholic beverages
- House wines and beer
- Laundry service
- Fuel for the planned itinerary
- All excursions and island visits
- Snorkeling and dive equipment, Divemaster guiding
- Non-motorized water sports
- National park and marine reserve fees
- Group transfers on recommended flights
- Starlink satellite WiFi
Additional
- Air tickets
- Private transfers
- Spa services
- Boutique purchases
- Crew gratuities (customary 10-15%)
Aqua Blu Itineraries
Itineraries planned around Indonesia's seasons for optimal conditions and wildlife. Each begins here, then becomes yours through the planning conversation.
Raja Ampat
The Last Paradise
Both north and south Raja Ampat in a single week.
Bucket List
Dive Ultramarine
The best dive sites discovered over two decades of exploration.
Wildlife
Nihi Sumba Expedition
Wildlife encounters across four islands in seven nights.
Where Aqua Blu Sails
Raja Ampat from November through March. Komodo from April through September. Other destinations and times of year on request.
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Aqua Blu FAQ
How much does it cost to charter Aqua Blu?
Aqua Blu charters at USD $377,000 for a 7-night charter in regular season, plus 12% Indonesian VAT. Raja Ampat departures are $396,000 and holiday-season departures from 20 December are $415,000. The 2027 rates are $395,700 regular, $435,300 Raja Ampat, and $415,500 holiday season. Longer charters of 10 nights and above are quoted on request.
How many guests can Aqua Blu accommodate?
Aqua Blu accommodates up to 30 guests in 15 suites, comprising 10 double-configuration suites and 5 twin-configuration suites. Suite sizes range from 14 to 34 square meters, all with en-suite rainfall bathrooms and organic amenities.
Where does Aqua Blu cruise?
Aqua Blu operates in Komodo National Park and Bali waters from April through October, transits the Banda Sea and Spice Islands during the shoulder months of April and October, and sails Raja Ampat from October through April. She covers the full breadth of East Indonesia's main charter regions.
Is Aqua Blu suitable for diving?
Yes. Aqua Blu carries dive equipment for guests of all certifications, dedicated dive tenders, and operates in waters that include some of the world's top dive destinations. Raja Ampat's reefs, Komodo's currents, and the Banda Sea's blue-water walls are all part of the regular itinerary range. Discover SCUBA experiences are available for novices.
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