Aqua Expeditions
Aqua Expeditions is a luxury small-ship expedition company operating six vessels across 12 destinations worldwide, including the Amazon, Mekong, Galápagos, Indonesia, East Africa, and the Arctic, offering intimate voyages with personalized service and expert-led excursions.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Singapore
- CEO
- Francesco Galli Zugaro
About
Aqua Expeditions is a globally recognized leader in luxury small-ship expeditions, curating immersive journeys to some of the world's most remote and biodiverse destinations. Founded in 2007 by Francesco Galli Zugaro in Peru, the company has grown from a pioneering luxury river cruise operator in South America to a globally recognized brand with operations spanning three continents. Headquartered in Singapore, Aqua Expeditions operates an award-winning fleet of six vessels sailing 12 destinations, including the Peruvian Amazon, Mekong River, East Indonesia, Galápagos Islands, East Africa, and the Arctic Circle. The company's boutique expedition vessels host just 16 to 40 guests, offering an intimate floating safari experience that features elegantly designed cabins, a remarkable 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio for highly personalized service, world-class cuisine prepared by renowned chefs, and expert-led small-group excursions. From exploring the lungs of the planet in the Amazon rainforest to diving in the world's most biodiverse marine habitats of the Coral Triangle, Aqua Expeditions provides once-in-a-lifetime experiences that combine adventure, nature, culture, and culinary excellence. The company is committed to responsible ecotourism, prioritizing sustainability and supporting local communities across all destinations.