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Tauck Santa Cruz II

Operating for Tauck in the Galápagos, the recently refurbished Santa Cruz II sleeps 90 guests in 50 staterooms, offering flexibility for families and solo travellers.

About Tauck Santa Cruz II

Get ready to embark on a ship built with Galápagos Island cruising in mind! Conceived for operations in remote areas like the Galápagos Archipelago, the new Santa Cruz II boasts five spacious decks with modern interiors designed by renowned Swedish ship designer Richard Nilsson. Just over 70 meters long, the new vessel sleeps 90 guests in 50 contemporary designed staterooms – 36 of which can be interconnected, offering flexibility for families and single travellers. Guests can choose from luxuriously appointed double and triple Explorer cabins, or opt for the more exclusive Darwin Suite, an exceptional standard of accommodation on the Panorama Deck. All staterooms are equipped with air conditioning, a large picture window, hair dryer, iPod / MP3 docking station, numerous electrical outlets, in-room safe, reading lights and more. Santa Cruz II features ample, indulgent spaces crafted from choice materials, including wide hallways and broad stairwells. Passengers can truly relax in the beautifully designed communal areas and viewing platforms, including indoor and outdoor dining options, two lounge bars, a well-stocked library, two indulgent ocean view hot tubs and a state of the art gym. Dining in the colourful Beagle Dining Room or al fresco on the Panorama Deck is a delight for all ages on board Santa Cruz II; shipboard menus include creative Ecuadorian dishes and international cuisine featuring freshly caught seafood and locally grown produce that everyone in your party is sure to enjoy. Bon voyage!

Accommodation

Guests can choose from luxuriously appointed double and triple Explorer cabins, or opt for the more exclusive Darwin Suite, an exceptional standard of accommodation on the Panorama Deck. All staterooms are equipped with air conditioning, a large picture window, hair dryer, iPod / MP3 docking station, numerous electrical outlets, in-room safe, reading lights and more.

Darwin Suite

The Darwin Suite, located on the Panorama Deck, measures 325 square feet (30 square meters), with double picture windows, providing superb comfort and deluxe amenities for more discerning guests. Additionally, the suite can be interconnected with an Explorer double cabin to increase space by another 163 square feet (15 square meters

Beds: 2 large twin beds convert to double (105 cm x 91 cm) x 2

Bedding: Superior quality bed linen in all cabins. 2 pillows, one hypoallergenic and one with memory foam. Sheets are 60% cotton and 40% polyester of the best quality and duvet as a cover. Panorama deck cabins have 2 extra pillows of same type.

Windows: 2 (138 cm x 90 cm)

Balconies: None

Cabin Furnishings: 2 night desks, 2 chairs, 1 corner desk, 1 sofa, 2 small armchairs, 1 center table, 1 high table

Private Bathroom: Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities: Biodegradable shampoo & soap, hairdryer, mirror, facial tissue, towels. Under request at reception we have available for guests: sewing kit, shower cap and vanity kits.

Cabin Amenities: Walk-in closet and space under bed (space for suitcases); telephone; iron (upon request); pen & memo pad; expedition map; sports bottle; extra blanket; inset tablet with free WiFi in each suite available for use during trip upon request; in-cabin national and international magazines.

Facilities

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Desk

Explorer Double Cabin

Santa Cruz II’s Swedish-designed cabins reflect the latest in cruise trends. Comfortable spaces and large picture windows illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, offering elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. Guests will enjoy 64% more cabin space than on the vessel’s predecessor. Explorer Cabins are located on the Expedition, Horizon, and Panorama Decks.

Beds: 2 large twin beds convert to double (105 cm x 91 cm) x 2

Bedding: Superior quality bed linen in all cabins. 2 pillows, one hypoallergenic and one with memory foam. Sheets are 60% cotton and 40% polyester of the best quality and duvet as a cover.

Windows: 1 (138 cm x 90 cm)

Balconies: None

Cabin Furnishings: 2 night desks, 1 chair, 1 corner desk

Private Bathroom: Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities: Biodegradable shampoo & soap, hairdryer, mirror, facial tissue, towels. Under request at reception we have available for guests: sewing kit, shower cap and vanity kits.

Cabin Amenities: Ceiling light; under-the-bed closet (space for suitcases); telephone; iron (upon request); pen & memo pad; expedition map; sports bottle; extra blanket

Facilities

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

Explorer Triple Cabin

Santa Cruz II’s Swedish-designed cabins reflect the latest in cruise trends. Comfortable spaces and large picture windows illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, offering elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. Guests will enjoy 64% more cabin space than on the vessel’s predecessor. Explorer Cabins are located on the Expedition, Horizon, and Panorama Decks.

Beds: 2 large twin beds convert to double (105 cm x 91 cm) x 2, plus a sofa bed (105 cm x 91 cm)

Bedding: Superior quality bed linen in all cabins. 2 pillows, one hypoallergenic and one with memory foam. Sheets are 60% cotton and 40% polyester of the best quality and duvet as a cover.

Windows: 1 (138 cm x 90 cm)

Balconies: None

Cabin Furnishings: 2 night desks, 1 chair, 1 corner desk, 1 sofa bed

Private Bathroom: Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities: Biodegradable shampoo & soap, hairdryer, mirror, facial tissue, towels. Under request at reception we have available for guests: sewing kit, shower cap and vanity kits.

Cabin Amenities: Ceiling light; under-the-bed closet (space for suitcases); telephone; iron (upon request); pen & memo pad; expedition map; sports bottle; extra blanket

Facilities

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Sofa Bed
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Desk

Entertainment

Passengers can truly relax in the beautifully designed communal areas and viewing platforms, including indoor and outdoor dining options, two lounge bars and a well-stocked library.

Expedition Lounge & Library

The Expedition Lounge & Library is located on the Expedition Deck.

Dining

Dining

Creative Ecuadorian and international cuisine featuring freshly caught fish and seafood and locally grown organic fruit and vegetables is spotlighted on menus served in the colourful Beagle Dining Room and al fresco on the Panorama Deck.

Health & Fitness

Gym

There is a state of the art gym on the sky deck.

Hot Tubs

With indulgent ocean views, there are two hot tubs on the sky deck.

Deckplans

Sky Deck

  • Solarium/Sky Deck
  • Gym

Panorama Deck

  • Panorama Bar & Lounge
  • Al Fresco Dining
  • Bridge
  • Darwin Suites
  • Explorer Double Cabins

Expedition Deck

  • Hot Tub
  • Discovery Room
  • Expedition Lounge & Library
  • Explorer Double Cabins
  • Explorer Triple Cabins

Horizon Deck

  • Reception
  • Medical Centre
  • Gift Shop
  • Explorer Double Cabins
  • Explorer Triple Cabins

Ocean Deck

  • Beagle Dining Room
  • Crew Quarters

Ship Facts

Launch year2002
Refit year2015
Languageen
Gross tonnage2664
Length70 meters
Width13.4 meters
CurrencyUSD
Speed11 knots
Capacity90
Crew count50
Deck count5
Cabin count50
Large cabin count2
Electrical plugs types:
adapters provided:
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