Santa Cruz II
Why we recommend
The Hurtigruten Santa Cruz II offers an exceptional Galapagos cruise experience, featuring various cabin categories to suit every traveler. With multilingual guides onboard, it ensures inclusive, expert-led excursions for a deeper understanding of the islands’ wonders. Its modern design, top-notch amenities, and expedition focus make it the ideal choice for luxury exploration
- Multiple cabin categories available
- Multilingual guides for diverse travelers
- Expert-led, enriching island excursions
- Modern, spacious design and amenities
- Glass-Bottom Boat avilable on board
- Gift Shop
- Single cabin available on board
- Medical Officer 24/7
- Fitness room
Santa Cruz II description
Experience the Galapagos Islands aboard the luxury cruise Santa Cruz II. Enjoy tailored itineraries, premium amenities like a bar, lounge, gym, hot tubs, solarium, library, and gift shop. With a 1:2 crew-to-passenger ratio, 24-hour infirmary, and certified guides, every aspect of your guided excursions and onboard experience is exceptional. Discover the best of the Galapagos in style and comfort.
Cabins
The Santa Cruz II offers 50 luxury accommodations for up to 90 passengers across three decks—Panorama, Expedition, and Horizon. Choose from Voyager Single, Explorer Double, and Explorer Triple cabins, with 36 interconnecting options perfect for family-friendly travel or groups. Each cabin features convertible twin or double beds, air-conditioning, a safety deposit box, and ample space, ensuring a comfortable Galapagos cruise experience.
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Santa Cruz II prices
| Accommodation | 4 nights | 6 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Explorer Cabin | $ 8,372 | $ 11,105 |
| Darwin Suite | $ 11,528 | $ 12,028 |
| Explorer Family Cabin | $ 9,377 | $ 12,491 |
| Voyager Cabin | $ 9,377 | $ 12,491 |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
These rates are valid all year round, except for high-season departures.
Rates includes
- Accommodation on board
- All meals while on board
- Purified water, coffee, and tea available during the cruise
- All non-alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
- Transfers in the islands during operational days
- English speaking naturalist guide
- Islands excursions and activities according to the Itinerary
- Internet
- Snorkel equipment (mask, tube, & fins)
- Wetsuit
- Kayaks
- Paddle board
Rates not includes
- Domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands
- Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
- Migratory Control Card
- Travel, cancellation and medical insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
Santa Cruz II - 4 Nights 'Northern'
Baltra
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Santa Cruz Island, Las Bachas
Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz's north shore in the Galápagos Islands. Offers breathtaking wildlife, including American Flamingos, nesting G…
Santiago Island, Buccaneer Cove
Buccaneer Cove, once a pirate haven on Santiago Island, boasts a protected bay, dramatic cliffs teeming with seabirds, and a stunning dark r…
Santiago Island, Puerto Egas
Puerto Egas, known for its black sand beaches and 1960s salt mining, offers an inland hike to a salt crater for birdwatching. Explore its ru…
, Rabida Island
Rabida Island features a striking reddish beach and volcanic terrain. It also features a Galápagos Sea Lion Colony, diverse land birds like …
Bartolome, Bartolome Island
The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea. Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking pa…
Genovesa, Prince Phillip's Steps
A steep path winds through a lively seabird Colony to 25m high cliffs: Spot Nazca and Red-footed boobies, Great Frigatebirds, and more. Pass…
Genovesa, Darwin's Bay
A coral beach with a 750m trail leads through vibrant seabird colonies. Discover a Red-footed Boobies Colony on the cliffs while Nazca Boobi…
Santa Cruz Island, Santa Cruz Highlands
Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration wi…
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Full Technical Details
Technical details & deck
The Santa Cruz II, constructed in 2002 and renovated in 2021, is one of the largest luxury cruise ships in the Galapagos. With a 90-guest capacity, 235 ft length, and 11-knot speed, it offers spacious amenities and a superior cruising experience, making it perfect for exploring the breathtaking Galapagos Islands in style.
- Type
- Cruise Ship
- Year of construction
- 2002
- Guest Capacity
- 90 Guests
- Length
- 235 ft (72 m)
- Beam
- 44 ft (13 m)
- Speed
- 11 knots