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Santa Cruz II

This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your sailing in all aspects.

About Santa Cruz II

This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your sailing in all aspects. Enjoy delicious food in the nice restaurant, learn with fellow travellers in the Science Centre or maybe mingle out on the many decks?

While exploring the Galápagos, you´ll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin´s footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. The MS Santa Cruz II´s amenities easily appeal to all world explorers.

MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally sustainable and socially conscious with the local community, the operation is carbon neutral.

Ship Facts

Launch year	Refit year	Language	Gross tonnage	Length	Width	Currency	Speed	Capacity	Deck count	Cabin count	Electrical plugs
2002	2021	en	2664	71.8 meters	13.4 meters	USD	10 knots	90	5	48	types: US 2 Pin 110v adapters provided: false

Accommodation

Onboard the ship, there are fifty cruise cabins that provide ample space for each and every guest. Each cabin has a private bathroom. There are options available for single travelers, couples, groups and families.

Darwin Suite, Panorama Deck

Our three Darwin suites on the Panorama deck feature double picture windows, and offers superb comfort and deluxe amenities.

Available with a twin or double bed, and if more space is desired, these suites can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin.

Facilities

Double or Twin Configuration
Lounge Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Suite Benefits
Safe
Hair Dryer
Desk

Explorer cabin, Panorama deck

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located as on the Panorama deck.

Beds convert from double to twin upon request.

Facilities

Double or Twin Configuration
Lounge Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Safe
Hair Dryer
Desk

Explorer cabin, Expedition deck

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 17 Explorer cabins located as on the Expedition deck.

Beds convert from double to twin upon request.

Facilities

Double or Twin Configuration
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Safe
Hair Dryer
Desk

Explorer Cabin, Horizon Deck

Beds convert from double to twin upon request.

Facilities

Shower
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Safe
Hair Dryer
Desk
Double or Twin Configuration

Explorer family cabin, Horizon deck

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring.

There are 2 Explorer family cabins located on the Horizon deck. Cabins are equipped with twin beds and a sofa bed (ideal for children under 12).

Facilities

Double or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
Room Service Available
TV
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk

Voyager single cabin, Horizon deck

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer single bed, and plenty of space for solo travelers. There are 2 Voyager cabins located on the Horizon deck.

Facilities

One Single Bed
Shower
Room Service Available
TV
Safe
Telephone
Desk

Entertainment

The social areas located across the MS Santa Cruz II allow travellers to converse about their passion for travel. There are multiple decks, including the Ocean, Horizon, Panorama, Expedition, and Sky Decks. Each space offers guests a comfortable seating area and an immaculate view of the nearby islands. Every social space is exquisite.

Sky Deck

The Sky deck offers spaces where guests can relax and enjoy their Galápagos expeditions basking in the sun at the very top of the ship. The sun deck and fitness room are located here.

Outdoor Terrace

The Outdoor Terrace is located on Deck Three.

Panorama Bar & Lounge

This large and well-lit area is not only the main bar, but also the place where most ship events will take place (welcome and farewell cocktail), and doubles as an ideal place for lectures. It’s the ideal site to chill and relax with Wi-Fi hot spot and direct access to our al fresco terrace.

Reception

Located at the main intersection on the ship, the reception is the place where you will find the central bulletin board with daily program and other valuable information on the expedition experience.

Discovery Room

The Discovery Room is located on Deck Three.

Expedition Lounge & Bar

The Expedition Lounge & Bar with Science Corner and Library is located on Deck Three.

Our Natural History Library is located on the Expedition Lounge in the Expedition Deck. Please check with the naturalists for books to read during the voyage. After reading, guests are kindly requested to please return the books to the library. A selection of general subject books and natural history books are found, but for anything related to Natural History of Galápagos, please ask the Expedition Leader for advice.

Panorama Deck

Guests can relish the Galápagos Islands landscapes at the rear terrace, which also doubles as an area for enjoying Happy Hour specials or freshly barbecued snacks. On the same deck, guests are also welcome to hang out at the indoor Expedition lounge & bar or visit our state-of-the-art bridge.

Evolution Hall

Evolution Hall is located on Deck Three.

Gift Shop

The Gift Shop is located on Deck Two.

Dining

Beagle Restaurant

Mouthwatering meals and creative cocktails await you aboard MS Santa Cruz II. With creativity and dedication, our cheerful staff draw inspiration from everything from the weather to the region’s flavours and local ingredients.

Enrichment

Expedition Launch Pad

The Expedition Launch Pad can be found on Deck 1.

Shore Excursions

We offer every day, in addition to the core activity (generally, a hike), a variety of activity options approved by the national park:

Snorkeling
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Coastal explorations (aboard our inflatable dinghies, otherwise known as pangas)
Glass-bottom boat rides
Biking (on Santa Cruz island only)

These activities will be explained in advance by the Expedition Leader and guides. A sign-up sheet is placed in the expedition room, Expedition deck. These activities cannot be booked in advance and are all free of charge. Please note the number of the participants per activity is limited.

Health & Fitness

Fitness Room

Our fitness center is equipped with yoga mats, set of weights, 2 treadmills, 2 stationary bikes, and an elliptical trainer for those guests who do not want to let their routine slide.