Signature highlights
A small, long-range explorer yacht with strong naval heritage, five decks and access to remote Indonesian cruising grounds. Expedition equipment supports diving, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding and shore excursions.
Aqua Blu
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About Aqua Blu
Aqua Blu is a 28-guest expedition yacht permanently based in East Indonesia. Originally commissioned in 1968 as the British Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Beagle, she was later converted into a private yacht and refurbished for expedition cruising in 2019. Her compact five-deck layout provides 14 cabins, indoor lounges, outdoor dining, a sundeck, spa, hot tub and fitness area. The ship is designed for access to remote destinations throughout Indonesia’s Coral Triangle, with equipment and boats supporting snorkeling, diving and shore exploration.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Lindblad Expeditions
- Builder / shipyard
- Brooke Marine, Lowestoft, United Kingdom
- Registry / flag
- Indonesia
- Call sign
- YCWM2
- IMO number
- 4902921
- MMSI
- 525600798
- Draft
- 4.2 m
- Previous names
- HMS Beagle; Titan; Fjordtank; Bitank
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining includes Indonesian, European and Mediterranean influences, with indoor and outdoor dining areas and a lounge bar.
Entertainment
Public spaces include two lounges, a library and TV room, a bar, an outdoor sundeck and social areas for relaxing between excursions.
Staterooms & suites
The current operator lists 14 individually designed cabins across five decks, with a refined brass-and-ivory interior scheme and private cabin spaces suited to a small-ship expedition experience.
For families
No dedicated children's program or family-specific facilities were identified on the current official ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a spa offering Balinese massage and aromatherapy, an outdoor workout area, fitness equipment and a hot tub.
Accessibility
No detailed accessibility specification was identified on the current official ship page.
Environmental features
No vessel-specific sustainability specification was identified on the current official ship page.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Next: Oct 26, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Next: Nov 8, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 | Indonesia’s Coral Gardens and Komodo Dragons Aboard Aqua Blu | 14 | Asia | Book → |
| Nov 8, 2026 | Nov 21, 2026 | Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat Aboard Aqua Blu | 13 | Asia | Book → |