SANTA CRUZ CRUISE SHIP
Be the first to visit the Galapagos Islands on the newly redesigned Santa Cruz II. With itineraries created in order to see only the best of the best in the Islands, the Santa Cruz II has 3 Galapagos itineraries. On the ship you can enjoy over 10 areas dedicated to the onboard community with a bar and lounge, gym, hot tubs, solarium, lounge and library, and a gift shop to buy loved ones back home. With a crew of 50 and a ratio of 1:2 per passenger it is guaranteed that all your needs will be met, even more so with a 24 hour infirmary. Get excited and ready to absorb tons of knowledge on your excursions with only the highest certified guides available.
The three decks of Santa Cruz II host 90 guests throughout 50 modern cabins. Guests may choose from a variety of options, which include single, double and family cabins. However, if they desire something more lavish, we also offer the exclusive Darwin Suites, which meet an exceptional standard of accommodation on the boat’s Panorama Deck.
The Santa Cruz II’s Gastronomy Director, Byron Rivera (a graduate of Cordon-Bleu), guides the preparations of our delectable and elegant Ecuadorian and international cuisine. Our menus predominantly feature fresh food such as fish from the surrounding waters, and locally grown fruit and vegetables. Guests have the option of enjoying these meals indoors in the tasteful Beagle Dining Room or outside in the fresh air on the Panorama Deck.
Specifications:
- Refurbishment: 2015
- Construction: 2002
- Type of Vessel: Expedition Vessel
- Capacity: 90 guests / 50 cabins
- Lengh: 71.8 metres / 235 feet
- Beam: 13.4 metres / 43 feet
- Speed: 10.5 knots
- Engines: 2 Cummins engines KTA 38 – MO of 850 HP each
- Life Rafts: 14 (27 passengers each)
- Crew: 60
- Naturalist Guides: 8 (Includes Expedition Leader)
- Guest-Crew Ratio: 1:5 (3 guests per 2 crew members)
- Certifications: ABS, SOLAS 74, ISM, ISPS, MARPOL
RATES INCLUDED
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- Yacht accommodation, private bathroom, air conditioner, hot and cold water.
- 3 daily meals
- Naturalist bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
- Transfers in the Islands
NOT INCLUDED
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- Airfare ticket
- Galapagos entrance fee
- Transit control card
- soft and alcoholic beverages
- snorkeling gear