# Aqua Expedition Pte.

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/aqua-expedition-pte

- Industry: Travel & Leisure
- Headquarters: Singapore, Singapore
- Website: www.aquaexpeditions.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.9M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 6, 2013)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Aqua Expedition Pte. Ltd. offers luxury river, ocean, and island cruises, providing bespoke travel experiences focused on responsible ecotourism and aquatic biodiversity conservation.Founded in 2007, Aqua Expedition Pte. Ltd. is headquartered in Singapore and specializes in luxury travel experiences on unique waterways. The company has successfully completed a total of 3 deals and raised USD 28.00 mn in its latest funding round, a Buyout in January 2025 led by Bison Capital. Francesco Zugaro, the founder, has a background in luxury travel and has been influential in shaping the company's distinctive offerings.Aqua Expeditions specializes in luxury river, ocean, and island cruises, providing bespoke travel experiences that emphasize responsible ecotourism and conservation of aquatic biodiversity. The company’s offerings include private charter services aboard a fleet of superyachts and river ships, allowing exploration of remote destinations like the Mekong River in Vietnam and Cambodia, the Amazon River in Peru, and the Galapagos Islands. Their itineraries cater to affluent travelers and adventure-seekers, integrating local culture and wildlife excursions with world-class dining and immersive experiences across Southeast Asia, the South Pacific, and Latin America.In the most recent financial year of 2023, Aqua Expeditions generated revenue of USD 32.06 mn, with an EBITDA of USD 544,679. The company’s revenue is driven by sales of luxury cruise experiences, primarily booked directly by customers for private charters or through tailored expedition packages, reflecting the premium nature of their offerings.Aqua Expeditions aims to expand its offerings and reach new markets by developing innovative cruise experiences and targeting new geographic regions for growth. The recent acquisition by Ponant, set to be completed by January 2025, will enable Aqua Expeditions to leverage additional resources and expertise to enhance its service offerings. The company is focused on utilizing its latest funding to support these growth initiatives, ensuring the expansion of its luxury cruise experiences in emerging markets.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 6, 2013, $7.9M — Luminor Capital

## Investors

- Luminor Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/luminor-capital) — Series A