Santa Cruz II Ship, Galapagos Islands Ecuador. The Santa Cruz has gained worldwide recognition for its excellent standards, including superb service, expert crew, the most knowledgeable multilingual naturalist/guides and menus that feature the very best international cuisine and celebrated Ecuadorian dishes. She offers large public areas for relaxing aboard, all in an informal and friendly atmosphere.
Cruise Overview
Features Bar – Lounge, dining room, Boutique, Gift Shop, Email, radio, telephone, and Fax communications, PA system, Snorkeling Equipment, Multimedia natural history lectures Stargazing Program, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi, sun deck with bar, Reading Room and Natural History Library, Air conditioned throughout, Aromatherapy Center, Medical officer.
Specification
Technical Specifications
| Length | 237 ft (72 m) |
| Beam | 38.9 ft (11.9 m) |
| Capacity | 90 passengers |
| Accommodation | 48 cabins, all with private facilities and fully air-conditioned |
| On Board | Sun deck, bar, Jacuzzi, observation deck |
| Speed | 14 knots |
Itinerary
Itinerary “E”
(Eastern Islands)
7 Days – 6 Nights
| Friday: | AM: Baltra Is: airport and transfer. PM: Mosquera Islet: Mosquera Point. |
| Saturday: | AM: San Cristobal Is: TortoiseBreeding Center. PM: San Cristobal Is: Punta Pitt. |
| Sunday: | AM: Santa Fe Is. PM: South Plaza Is. |
| Monday: | AM: Santa Cruz Is. Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Is. |
| Tuesday: | AM: Española Is. Suarez Point. PM: Española Is: Gardner Bay / Osborn Islet |
| Wednesday: | AM: Santa Cruz Is: Eden Islet PM: North Seymour |
| Thrusday: | AM: Baltra Is: Airport and Transfer |
Itinerary “W”
(Western Islands)
5 Days – 4 Nights
| Thursday: | AM: Baltra Is: airport and transfer PM: Santa Crusz Is. Dragon Hill |
| Friday: | AM: Isabela Is: Vicente Roca Point PM: Fernandina Is: Espinoza Point |
| Saturday: | AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station PM: Santa Cruz Is. |
| Sunday: | AM: Floreana Is: Post Office Bay PM: Floreana Is: Champion Islet & Cormorant Point |
| Monday: | AM: Baltra Is: airport and transfer |
Itinerary “N”
(Northern Islands)
5 Days – 4 Nights
| Monday: | AM: Baltra Is: airport and transfer PM: Santa Cruz Is: Bachas beach |
| Tuesday: | AM: Santiago Is: Buccaneer´s Cove PM: Santiago Is: Egas Port |
| Wednesday: | AM: Rábida Is.: Red Beach PM: Bartolomé Is. |
| Thursday: | AM: Genovesa Is: Prince Phillip´s Steps PM: Genovesa Is: Darwin Bay |
| Friday: | AM: Baltra Is: Airport and Transfer |
What’s Included?
- Transfers airport/yacht/airport in Galapago
- Airport reception and assistance in Galapagos
- Double or single accommodation
- Guided expeditions according to the itinerary
- Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish)
- Cruise Service Officer
- Activity daily briefing
- All meals and snacks
- Soft drinks and juices
- Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail
- Supplied expedition gear
What is not included?
- Round trip to Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($200 – subject to change)
- Transit Control Card ($20 – subject to change)
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Travel and health insurance
- Micro SD Card








