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Ship & River Boat

Where Basecamp is a Floating Paradise

This Outpost features just 20 hardwood suiteswith amenities that punch above theirweight—an ideal base for exploring theMekong's ancient temples and floatingvillages.

Global Safari Award 2026Global Safari Winner · 2026Best in Flow — Luxury on the Mekong RiverOur own award, given by UNCHARTED®

Why it's unique

Discover the rich heritage and traditions of Indochina aboard the Aqua Mekong, a stylish river safari where modern luxury meets intimate exploration.

Spend your days on excursions to tributary towns, exploring places like Tân Châu's silk markets and Cái Bè's century-old courtyard houses. Back on board, enjoy features typical of larger ships: a screening room, plunge pool, gym and spa.

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The stay

Aqua Mekong at a glance.

Type
Ship & River Boat
Ideal For
Couples
Experience
Wildlife Viewing
Geography
River
Collection
Ultra-Luxe · Romantic Getaways
When To Go
Year-round

Where it is

Mekong River, Cambodia and Vietnam

Aqua Mekong

Mekong River

The Mekong River winds through Cambodia's ancient temples and floating villages before crossing into Vietnam's vibrant delta.

How To Get There

Most cruises depart from Phnom Penh.

Flora & Fauna

Along the Mekong, are water buffalo grazing, kingfishers and herons diving for fish, lotus flowers floating in backwaters, and dense groves of bamboo, palm, and banana trees.

Cultural Impact

The cruise supports local artisans, while Aqua Expeditions partners with organizations like 4Ocean to remove plastic from waterways and educate communities on waste management.

Journeys

Journeys built around Aqua Mekong.

Southeast Asia23 Days / 22 NightsSwoonworthy Southeast Asia
  1. Capella Hanoi
  2. Avana Retreat
  3. Anantara
  4. Aqua Mekong

This is a dreamy, fascinating journey through misty mountains, ancient Khmer temples rising up from the jungle, Hoi An’s artisans shops, Hanoi’s bánh mì stalls, and multi-day sail down the mighty Mekong River.

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