Near the north pole of Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, lies a vast sea named Kraken Mare, which covers some 400,000 sq.km. Kraken Mare was named after the legendary sea monster, the Kraken. But Kraken Mare does not host cool blue water. Instead, this body is made of liquid methane that sloshes and slurps in Titan’s dim orange sunlight. Tides up to 5 m. tall roll across it. Kraken Mare has also displayed bright, short-lived features, christened “Magic Islands,” which are huge bubbles of nitrogen that rise up from the alien sea’s shadowy depths and burst at the surface.
What Сan You Do Here:
- sunbathe all year round, there are 58 hotels on the seashores with different star ratings for every taste (each has its own unique atmosphere and entertainment). The transgalactic Pirates’ Cave Hotel houses an amusement park with amusement rides and water slides;
- take a ride on a speedboat, scooter or motor yacht (snacks or dinner on board and an amazing photo session);
- a paradise for fans of water sports – surfing, parasurfing, yachting – all the necessary equipment, rent of all boats types;
- annually in July Kraken Mare hosts Built for Speed regatta;
- night excursion with watching the incredible “Magic Islands” (group or individual trips on a boat / yacht without an overnight stay are possible). Also this wonderful phenomenon is available for guests of the Kraken Palace hotel (located in the central part of the sea, from all rooms and from all terraces in the evening you can enjoy this phenomenon).
Nearest Tour Dates: flights to Saturn and its moons take place every 2 weeks all year round.
Tour Duration: from 2 weeks.
Restrictions:
- be sure to follow the signs for smoking areas. Methane is an explosive substance, thus, the safety of staying and traveling by sea is very important. For smoking, fireworks and bonfires in unauthorized recreation areas, tourists will be fined. In case of a repeated violation or in a situation that threatens the safety of other guests and staff, violators will be deported from Titan and banned from entering for 5 years;
- book your trip in advance, as demand for this destination remains high all year round.