Aqua Mekong

Luxury sailing in Cambodia & Vietnam

A magnificent presence on the Mekong river, Aqua Mekong showcases modern architecture and interiors by renowned architect Noor Design

As part of a fleet which was named the World’s Best River Cruise Line by Travel + Leisure in 2023 and 2024, the Mekong river cruise ship’s 20 spacious, air-conditioned suites feature full-length windows that offer spectacular panoramas of the ever-changing scenery.

As the Aqua Mekong charts a luxurious passage across Cambodia and Vietnam, onboard guests embark on an inspiring journey of local flavors with a dining experience crafted by Michelin-starred consulting chef David Thompson. The ship’s bar menu, created by renowned spirit experts and cocktail designers Proof & Co, echoes a similar locally-minded philosophy.

Aqua Mekong guarantees utmost safety, comfort, and exclusivity for off-shore excursions, featuring the only private fleet of tender boats on the Mekong river. The four tenders bring guests on highly personalized day trips to explore the Mekong Delta. Enjoy twice-daily excursions to landmarks, temples, and villages, discovering local culture and traditions along the way.

Flavors of the Mekong

The dining experience aboard Aqua Mekong is shaped by award-winning Australian Chef Benjamin Cross, showcasing the finest flavors of Vietnam and Cambodia in refined style. Drawing on the bounty of the Mekong’s waterways and fertile lands, Chef Cross crafts inventive yet authentic dishes using locally sourced, peak-season produce, inspired by the region’s rich culinary heritage and served in a communal style.

Alongside fine dining and onboard cooking demonstrations, guests can accompany the culinary team to bustling local markets, discovering the produce that shapes each day’s dishes, from freshly caught river fish to newly harvested Asian greens. Coconut, lemongrass, coriander, and turmeric feature across the menus, adding distinctive regional notes.

Chef Cross began his career over 25 years ago at the legendary Raes on Wategos in Byron Bay, before honing his craft under Australian culinary icons Janni Kyritsis at MG Garage and Neil Perry at Rockpool’s Group in Sydney. His journey took him abroad to some of the world's most celebrated kitchens, including Seamus Mullen’s Tertulia in New York City and Santi Santamaria’s three-Michelin-starred Can Fabes in Catalonia, Spain. Since relocating to Bali in 2008, he has developed a series of acclaimed restaurants, from Masonry and Fishbone Local to Bar Vera.

Special dietary needs

At Aqua Expeditions, we believe in creating exceptional culinary experiences which cater to every guest’s unique needs. With cuisine being an integral part of our expeditions, we do our best to accommodate special dietary requirements and preferences.

Our talented chefs are well-versed in a variety of preparations and can cater to vegetarian, vegan, kosher, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, as well as other more specific preferences. Whether it’s allergies, dietary restrictions, or lifestyle preferences, our team will do their best to serve you world-class meals of your choice.