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
Aqua Blu is a 28-guest Lindblad Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 1968. This page lists 2 upcoming departures across 2 itineraries in Asia, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
Aqua Blu at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 3%
A small expedition-size ship at 1,140 gross tons — #542 of 565 ships we track. 41 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
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 (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- 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.
Where Aqua Blu sails, month by month
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Itineraries & Sailings
Next: Oct 26, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Next: Nov 8, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 2 itineraries and their departure dates
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
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| 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 → |
Aqua Blu FAQ
What flag does Aqua Blu sail under?
Aqua Blu is registered in Indonesia.
How many passengers does Aqua Blu hold?
Aqua Blu carries about 28 guests with roughly 32 crew.
How old is Aqua Blu?
Aqua Blu entered service in 1968 and was last refurbished in 2019.
How big is Aqua Blu?
At 1,140 gross tons and 60 m long, Aqua Blu is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 3% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.