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Expedition Overview
The luxurious M/V Santa Cruz II, is designed to offer first class service to all its passengers. The ship is considered to have one of the top 5 guest to space ratios of all Galapagos passenger vessels. It has 50 cabins available for 90 passengers. Santa Cruz offers a “Pirates on Board” tour with multiple activities for the little ones, as well as diving classes designed for youngsters. This makes the cruise ship famous for family trips.
Itinerary
ITINERARY EASTERN/ 7 DAY CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Friday | Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Mosquera Islet |
| Saturday | San Cristobal Island: David Rodriguez Breeding Center | San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point |
| Sunday | Santa Fe Island | South Plaza |
| Monday | Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Tuesday | Española Island: Suarez Point | Española Island: Gardner Bay/ Osborn Islet |
| Wednesday | Santa Cruz Island: Eden Islet | North Seymour |
| Thrusday | Baltra: 14 Transfer to Baltra Airport |
ITINERARY NORTHERN/ 5 DAYS CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Monday | Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Santa Cruz Island – Bachas Beach |
| Tuesday | Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove | Santiago Island: Egas Port |
| Wednesday | Rabida | Bartholomew Island |
| Thursday | Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip’s Steps | Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay |
| Friday | Santa Cruz Island: El Chato Tortoise Reserve | Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
ITINERARY WESTERN/ 5 DAYS CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Thursday | Baltra: Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill |
| Friday | Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point | Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point |
| Saturday | Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Sunday | Floreana Island: Baroness Viewing Point/ Post Office Bay | Floreana Island: Champion Islet/ Cormorant Point |
| Monday | Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
What to Expect
Accommodation: Cabins
Location: ecuador - galapagos
Season: year-round
Meeting Point: Baltra Airport
Trip Type: Cruises
Activity: Kayaking, Snorkeling, Swimming, Climbing, Wildlife
Activity List
1
.- The luxurious M/V Santa Cruz II, is designed to offer first class service to all its passengers. The ship is considered to have one of the top 5 guest to space ratios of all Galapagos passenger vessels.
2
.- The Santa Cruz II has been awarded worldwide for its excellence in service.
3
.- The cruise ship offers guests a wide variety of deluxe room options, from single, double, twin, family or large suites.
4
.- It offers tourists several activities such as: kayaking, snorkeling and swimming.
5
.- It has one of the best children's programs available in the islands.
6
.- Santa Cruz uses responsible fuel consumption.
Additional options
What is the food like?
Throughout the adventure, you'll be fueled by delicious local food, such as seafood with plenty of local fresh fruits. Lunch usually consists of soup, main dish and juice, a warm and filling meal after a big day of adventure.
SANTA CRUZ II ACCOMMODATIONS
- Explorer Cabin: Expedition Deck : 17 cabins
Explorer Cabin: Horizon Deck : 23 cabins
Explorer Family: 2 cabins
Panorama Deck : 3 cabins
Darwin Suite : 3 cabins
Voyager Single: 2 cabins
Pre-Post Trip Accommodation
Pre- post trip accommodation in Quito (Twin/ Double) - USD 100 Per Night
Pre- post trip accommodation in Quito (Single) - USD 100 per Night
Transfers
Private airport transfer - USD 38 per person
Ships & Deck Plans
Year of construction: 2015
Type: Cruise Ship
Lenght Feet: 17.8 ft
Lenght Meters: 22 m
Beam Feet: 13.4 ft
Beam Meters: 4 m
Capacity: .
90 passengers
Crew: .
60 Crew members
1 Cruise Director
7 Bilingual Guide
Cabins: .
Explorer Cabin: Expedition Deck : 17 cabins
Explorer Cabin: Horizon Deck : 23 cabins
Explorer Family: 2 cabins
Panorama Deck : 3 cabins
Darwin Suite : 3 cabins
Voyager Single: 2 cabins
Snorkel equipment: .
Equipment included (mask, snorkel, fins)
Ship Specifications
SANTA CRUZ II PRICES
| PRICES 2022 | ||
| 5 Day Cruise | 7 Day Cruise | |
| Explorer Family Cabin | $4,448 | $5,965 |
| Explorer Cabin | $4,734 | $6,348 |
| Voyager Cabin | $5,465 | $7,321 |
| Darwin Suite | $5,741 | $7,704 |
| PRICES 2023 | ||
| 5 Day Cruise | 7 Day Cruise | |
| Explorer Family Cabin | $4,448 | $5,965 |
| Explorer Cabin | $4,734 | $6,348 |
| Voyager Cabin | $5,465 | $7,321 |
| Darwin Suite | $5,741 | $7,704 |
What´s Included
✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED
Transportation
Cruise, marine taxis All transfers in Galapagos (airport-yacht-airport transfers are only guaranteed if the flight has been booked through us). Share transfers from main hotels in Quito or Guayaquil
Accommodations
Accommodation on board and/or hotel of Puerto Ayora.
Activities
All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary (itinerary subject to change) with English speaking naturalist guide
Meals
All meals (Describe in the itinerary), water, coffee and tea
Equipment
Snorkeling equipment
🚫 WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Roundtrip flight to Galapagos Islands Airport transfers in Galapagos (only included if the Galapagos flight has been booked through us on the scheduled cruise dates. If your arrival/departure is different from our scheduled cruise flights, the shuttle service is not included)
Entrance
Galapagos National Park entrance fee (USD 100 pp, subject to change) Transit Control Card (USD 20 pp, subject to change)
Meals
Not described in the itinerary Soft & alcoholic Drinks
Insurance
Travel insurance and other items of personal nature
Others
Wet Suits, for renting 5 days: USD 25 8 days: USD 35 Snorkeling gear, for renting 5 days: USD 25, 8 days: USD 35 Tips and Gratuities Personal expenses. Extra drinks.
What to bring?
What do I need to bring
Passport
Travel insurance
Airline tickets
Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
Fleece top
Shirts/t-shirts
Pair of short
Pairs of long trousers
Pair hiking pants/track pants
Sport sandals
Watch or alarm clock
Quick dry clothing
Rain coat
Waterproof binoculars
Bug spray
Sun cream
Flashlight
Sun Hat
Waterproof camera if possible
Swimming suit
Waterproof backpack
Water bottle
Tennis shoes
Hiking shoes
Money belt
Sunglasses
First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, antihistamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking.
FAQS
How much should I tip?
Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice; however, we suggest the below as a guideline per person.
Guides: USD 10- USD 15 per day
Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
What Do I Do about drinking water?
The tap water in the Galapagos Islands is not always friendly on the stomach for those who haven't been in Latin America for a while. There is purified water in each of the accommodation which you can use to fill up each morning, so be sure to pack a reusable water bottle or two.
What’s the weather like?
The Galapagos Islands lie directly on the Equator, so you can expect it to be warm for most of the year. However, it’s not always tropical and Caribbean-like: wind and rain are definitely possible at certain times of year. It’s wise to know these weather patterns before planning your trip so you know when to visit and what to expect.
The hottest season is generally from December to April with average temperatures ranging from a low of 70 F to a high of 84 F (22 – 31 C). It’s also the rainy season.
May to November is considered the “cool” season with average temperatures ranging from a low of 68 F to a high of 82 F (19 – 27 C) and frequent overcast skies.
What vaccinations do I need?
For the Galapagos Islands, Covid vaccination is required.
What Travel Insurance do you recommend?
World Nomads Insurance with a coverage of USD 200 000
What is the currency?
US American Dollars
What is the minimum age for this trip?
8 years old as a minimum age.
Expedition Overview
The luxurious M/V Santa Cruz II, is designed to offer first class service to all its passengers. The ship is considered to have one of the top 5 guest to space ratios of all Galapagos passenger vessels. It has 50 cabins available for 90 passengers. Santa Cruz offers a “Pirates on Board” tour with multiple activities for the little ones, as well as diving classes designed for youngsters. This makes the cruise ship famous for family trips.
Itinerary
ITINERARY EASTERN/ 7 DAY CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Friday | Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Mosquera Islet |
| Saturday | San Cristobal Island: David Rodriguez Breeding Center | San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point |
| Sunday | Santa Fe Island | South Plaza |
| Monday | Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Tuesday | Española Island: Suarez Point | Española Island: Gardner Bay/ Osborn Islet |
| Wednesday | Santa Cruz Island: Eden Islet | North Seymour |
| Thrusday | Baltra: 14 Transfer to Baltra Airport |
ITINERARY NORTHERN/ 5 DAYS CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Monday | Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Santa Cruz Island – Bachas Beach |
| Tuesday | Santiago Island: Buccaneer Cove | Santiago Island: Egas Port |
| Wednesday | Rabida | Bartholomew Island |
| Thursday | Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip’s Steps | Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay |
| Friday | Santa Cruz Island: El Chato Tortoise Reserve | Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
ITINERARY WESTERN/ 5 DAYS CRUISE
| WEEKDAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |
| Thursday | Baltra: Arrival to Baltra Airport and Transfer to the boat | Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill |
| Friday | Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point | Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point |
| Saturday | Santa Cruz Island: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center | Santa Cruz Island: Highlands |
| Sunday | Floreana Island: Baroness Viewing Point/ Post Office Bay | Floreana Island: Champion Islet/ Cormorant Point |
| Monday | Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport |
What to Expect
Accommodation: Cabins
Location: ecuador - galapagos
Season: year-round
Meeting Point: Baltra Airport
Trip Type: Cruises
Activity: Kayaking, Snorkeling, Swimming, Climbing, Wildlife
Activity List
1
.- The luxurious M/V Santa Cruz II, is designed to offer first class service to all its passengers. The ship is considered to have one of the top 5 guest to space ratios of all Galapagos passenger vessels.
2
.- The Santa Cruz II has been awarded worldwide for its excellence in service.
3
.- The cruise ship offers guests a wide variety of deluxe room options, from single, double, twin, family or large suites.
4
.- It offers tourists several activities such as: kayaking, snorkeling and swimming.
5
.- It has one of the best children's programs available in the islands.
6
.- Santa Cruz uses responsible fuel consumption.
Additional options
What is the food like?
Throughout the adventure, you'll be fueled by delicious local food, such as seafood with plenty of local fresh fruits. Lunch usually consists of soup, main dish and juice, a warm and filling meal after a big day of adventure.
SANTA CRUZ II ACCOMMODATIONS
- Explorer Cabin: Expedition Deck : 17 cabins
Explorer Cabin: Horizon Deck : 23 cabins
Explorer Family: 2 cabins
Panorama Deck : 3 cabins
Darwin Suite : 3 cabins
Voyager Single: 2 cabins
Pre-Post Trip Accommodation
Pre- post trip accommodation in Quito (Twin/ Double) - USD 100 Per Night
Pre- post trip accommodation in Quito (Single) - USD 100 per Night
Transfers
Private airport transfer - USD 38 per person
Ships & Deck Plans
Year of construction: 2015
Type: Cruise Ship
Lenght Feet: 17.8 ft
Lenght Meters: 22 m
Beam Feet: 13.4 ft
Beam Meters: 4 m
Capacity: .
90 passengers
Crew: .
60 Crew members
1 Cruise Director
7 Bilingual Guide
Cabins: .
Explorer Cabin: Expedition Deck : 17 cabins
Explorer Cabin: Horizon Deck : 23 cabins
Explorer Family: 2 cabins
Panorama Deck : 3 cabins
Darwin Suite : 3 cabins
Voyager Single: 2 cabins
Snorkel equipment: .
Equipment included (mask, snorkel, fins)
Specifications
Ship Specifications
SANTA CRUZ II PRICES
| PRICES 2022 | ||
| 5 Day Cruise | 7 Day Cruise | |
| Explorer Family Cabin | $4,448 | $5,965 |
| Explorer Cabin | $4,734 | $6,348 |
| Voyager Cabin | $5,465 | $7,321 |
| Darwin Suite | $5,741 | $7,704 |
| PRICES 2023 | ||
| 5 Day Cruise | 7 Day Cruise | |
| Explorer Family Cabin | $4,448 | $5,965 |
| Explorer Cabin | $4,734 | $6,348 |
| Voyager Cabin | $5,465 | $7,321 |
| Darwin Suite | $5,741 | $7,704 |
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7
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FROM $4,448
What´s Included
✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED
Transportation
Cruise, marine taxis All transfers in Galapagos (airport-yacht-airport transfers are only guaranteed if the flight has been booked through us). Share transfers from main hotels in Quito or Guayaquil
Accommodations
Accommodation on board and/or hotel of Puerto Ayora.
Activities
All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary (itinerary subject to change) with English speaking naturalist guide
Meals
All meals (Describe in the itinerary), water, coffee and tea
Equipment
Snorkeling equipment
🚫 WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Roundtrip flight to Galapagos Islands Airport transfers in Galapagos (only included if the Galapagos flight has been booked through us on the scheduled cruise dates. If your arrival/departure is different from our scheduled cruise flights, the shuttle service is not included)
Entrance
Galapagos National Park entrance fee (USD 100 pp, subject to change) Transit Control Card (USD 20 pp, subject to change)
Meals
Not described in the itinerary Soft & alcoholic Drinks
Insurance
Travel insurance and other items of personal nature
Others
Wet Suits, for renting 5 days: USD 25 8 days: USD 35 Snorkeling gear, for renting 5 days: USD 25, 8 days: USD 35 Tips and Gratuities Personal expenses. Extra drinks.
What to bring?
What do I need to bring
Passport
Travel insurance
Airline tickets
Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
Fleece top
Shirts/t-shirts
Pair of short
Pairs of long trousers
Pair hiking pants/track pants
Sport sandals
Watch or alarm clock
Quick dry clothing
Rain coat
Waterproof binoculars
Bug spray
Sun cream
Flashlight
Sun Hat
Waterproof camera if possible
Swimming suit
Waterproof backpack
Water bottle
Tennis shoes
Hiking shoes
Money belt
Sunglasses
First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, antihistamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking.
FAQS
How much should I tip?
Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice; however, we suggest the below as a guideline per person.
Guides: USD 10- USD 15 per day
Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
What Do I Do about drinking water?
The tap water in the Galapagos Islands is not always friendly on the stomach for those who haven't been in Latin America for a while. There is purified water in each of the accommodation which you can use to fill up each morning, so be sure to pack a reusable water bottle or two.
What’s the weather like?
The Galapagos Islands lie directly on the Equator, so you can expect it to be warm for most of the year. However, it’s not always tropical and Caribbean-like: wind and rain are definitely possible at certain times of year. It’s wise to know these weather patterns before planning your trip so you know when to visit and what to expect.
The hottest season is generally from December to April with average temperatures ranging from a low of 70 F to a high of 84 F (22 – 31 C). It’s also the rainy season.
May to November is considered the “cool” season with average temperatures ranging from a low of 68 F to a high of 82 F (19 – 27 C) and frequent overcast skies.
What vaccinations do I need?
For the Galapagos Islands, Covid vaccination is required.
What Travel Insurance do you recommend?
World Nomads Insurance with a coverage of USD 200 000
What is the currency?
US American Dollars
What is the minimum age for this trip?
8 years old as a minimum age.