Aqua Delfina

Costeau's Safari ~ 4 Islands in 5 Days & 4 Nights

This cruise is dedicated to the legendary Jacques-Yves Cousteau, a pioneering oceanographer and filmmaker who revolutionized marine conservation and brought the wonders of the underwater world to the public. 

Dive into the Dalmatian Sea’s embrace, where snorkeling reveals a world of vibrant colors. Encounter mesmerizing underwater gardens, graceful sea creatures, and a symphony of life beneath the shimmering surface. Immerse yourself in a realm of breathtaking beauty, where vibrant reefs, exotic marine life, and crystal-clear waters promise an exhilarating adventure that will leave you in awe.

1. Day: We will start our 4-day journey in the afternoon from Split, heading towards the island of Brač. Upon arrival, we’ll satisfy our hunger. Afterward, we’ll proceed to our first snorkeling experience, mostly at the Cove Martinovica, if the weather permits. After an exciting time exploring underwater, we’ll enjoy the night sky and drift into a sound sleep.

2. Day: The next morning we’ll set sail from Brač Island towards Šolta Island. We’ll navigate along its northern side and anchor at the „Shipwreck Kontesa“ in the Bay of Nečujam on Šolta. After exploring this underwater world of crab, fish & friends, we’ll continue our boat tour and head to the west side of Šolta Island to stop at the beautiful sandy beach of Šipova. In the evening, we’ll take a short hike to a unique location with an astonishing view. We’ll likely spend a dream-night at Šipova Beach.

3. Day: On the third morning, after our morning dive, we’ll sail from Šolta to Drevenik Island and have fun splashing and diving around in the Blue Lagoon. The entire afternoon may be spent leisurely exploring the aquamarine waters or the land of the 3-Island triangle. We’ll rest overnight under the shining moon at the Blue Lagoon.

4. Day: On the fourth morning, we’ll sail towards Čiovo Island, anchor in „Rat Cove“. Afterwards, we’ll head along Čiovo’s southern side towards Our Lady of Prizidnice and stop at a hidden, secluded sandy beach, explore a reef nearby, and enjoy a beautiful night there, if the weather permits.

5. Day: After our final morning snorkel session, sunbath and deeper reflection on the days we’ve spent together, we’ll head to Marjan Hill in Split, returning to our starting point around noon.

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Culinary Choices:

  • Option 1: À la carte options excluded from the cruise
    – Enjoy an à la carte experience at exquisite restaurants or konobas throughout your cruising tour. (Each order is separate.)
  • Option 2: Plant-based lunch included in the cruise (drinks and snacks separate)
    – Relish a delicious plant-based lunch prepared by our onboard chef.
    – Delight in a pre-ordered plant-based dinner menu at a selected exquisite restaurant or konoba.

In both options, a nourishing morning muesli parfait is included and featured on board (except on the first day of the cruise).

In Option 2: Please inform us about food allergies etc. in advance – at least 2 weeks before the start of your cruise – otherwise these cannot
be taken into account!

Note: *The Boat Tour’s Course- and Destination Directions are changeable by the Captain!

 






The Under-Waterworld of Thousand Sea Urchins

 
Fishes blue and green,
Seashells, one by one; 
Lobsters had been seen,
already they are gone.
 
Little Riffs with Corals, 
Medusas, wand’ring Seastars,
looring Crabs in Cave Portals
move like Underwater-Cars.
 
A Beauty which may bribe,
the Sun is shining through,
Seahorses in their Tribe,
all around is Blue.
 
The own gigantic Galaxy,
beyond our Dimension;
Dolphins‘ singing in the Sea,
just one Thing to mention.
 
Floating then in liquid Salt , 
winding like an Eel,
getting through without a Fault,
gliding like a Seal;
 
This Dream is too fantastic,
glowing in the Heart,
to dive deep is very drastic,
to be now of this World a Part.
 
Time to take a Risk,
a crime if we don’t do,
arise now from the Disk,
let’s make the Dream come true.
 
Diving is the driving Passion,
cause it blows the Mind away,
not an Old Man’s fancy Fashion,
it slowly shows another Way.
~
Madava










 






Die Unter-Wasserwelt der Tausend Seeigel

 
Fische blau und grün,
Muscheln, eine nach der andern;
Gesehen wurden Hummer – kühn, 
nur bis sie weiter wandern.
 
Kleinriffs mit Korallen,
Medusen und Seesterne,
Krabben in Höhlenportalen
bewegen sich wie Autos gerne.
 
Schönheit die bestechen kann,
scheinende Sonnenschau,
Seepferdchen im eignen Stamm,
alles drum herum ist Blau.
 
Die gigantisch eigne Galaxie,
jenseits uns’rer Dimension;
Delfine singen im Meer wie nie,
man sollte dies erwähnen schon.
 
Wie in flüssig‘ Salze schwebend,
gewunden wie ein Aal,
ohne Fehler sich erhebend,
gleitend wie der Wal;
 
Dieser Traum ist zu fantastisch,
er erglüht im Herzensschein,
tief zu tauchen ist sehr drastisch,
um Teil jener Welt zu sein.
 
Risiko ist an der Zeit,
wär‘ ein Verbrechen s’nicht zu tun,
erhebt euch von Bequemlichkeit,
lasst jenen Traum wahr werden nun.
 
Tauchen, treibend‘ Leidenschaft,
weil’s den Verstand wegblasen tut,
nicht Mode alter Manneskraft,
zeigt einen andren Weg zu gut.
 ~

 Madava