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Santa Cruz II

The MS Santa Cruz II offers an intimate and high-quality experience while exploring the Galápagos islands, with a maximum capacity of just 90 guests that fosters a cozy and classy atmosphere. Operating with carbon-neutral practices, the sleek and spacious ship is committed to environmental sustainability and social consciousness. Guests can enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, deepen their knowledge in the Science Center, and mingle on the multiple decks. Designed to appeal to all world explorers, the MS Santa Cruz II provides the best service and a relaxed environment to return to after actively engaging in daily excursions across the islands. An HX Expeditions trip includes everything from daily excursions and activities to the onboard Science Centre, meals, gratuities, drinks and more. Read Cruise Norway’s MS Santa Cruz ship review here.

Launch year
2002
Refit year
2021
Length
72 meters
Speed
10 knots
Max. capacity
90

Upcoming expeditions

Cabins

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DS: Darwin Suite

Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Santa Cruz II and reserve one of our Darwin Suites. With two large windows, you’ll enjoy superb views in premium comfort. These spacious suites feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking, as well as a sofa bed suitable for a child under the age of 12. If more space is needed, these rooms can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a safe, and USA two-pin plug sockets. There’s a daily turn-down service, and you’ll also get a welcome gift in the form of a Galápagos wildlife book.   Two large windows

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Sofa bed, suitable for a child under 12 years of age

  • Bathrobes and slippers on request

  • Guests: up to 3 | Size: 30.3 m2

  • Cabin code: DS

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FH: Explorer Family Cabin, Horizon Deck

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

  • Large windows

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Sofa bed, suitable for a child under 12 years of age

  • Guests: up to 3 | Size: 17.2 m2

  • Cabin Code: FH

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EE: Explorer Cabin, Expedition Deck

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

  • Large window

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Guests: 2 | Size: 15.2 m2

  • Cabin Code: EE

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EH: Explorer Cabin, Horizon Deck

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

  • Large window

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Guests: 2 | Size: 14-15 m2

  • Cabin Code: EH

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EP: Explorer Cabin, Panorama Lounge

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

  • Large window

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Bathrobes and slippers, available on request.

  • Guests: 2 | Size: 15.2 m2

  • Cabin Code: EP

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USP: Explorer Cabin, Panorama Lounge

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

  • Large window

  • Double bed (optional twin)

  • Bathrobes and slippers, available on request.

  • Guests: 2 | Size: 15.2 m2

  • Cabin Code: EP

Restaurants

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Beagle Restaurant

The MS Santa Cruz II has a team of trained staff members that utilize locally-sourced organic food to prepare every dish. This ship provides a Le Cordon Bleu (a trained Gastronomy Director) and a wide variety of culinary experiences that encompass all diets and preferences. Each and every meal served onboard is exquisite.

Entertainment

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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.

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Outdoor Terrace

The Outdoor Terrace is located on Deck Three.

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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.

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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.

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Discovery Room

The Discovery Room is located on Deck Three.

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Expedition Lounge & Bar with Science Corner and Library

Facing the front of the ship, the Expedition Lounge – complete with a refreshment station and library – is a fantastic place to admire the beauty of the Galápagos’ Islands from inside. The Science Corner includes a glass cabinet, a microscope and a whale vertebrae clone, a perfect learning zone about our science activities.

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Panorama Deck

Located on Deck 5

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Gift Shop

The Gift Shop is located on Deck Two.

Health & Fitness

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Fitness Room

Our fitness centre 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.

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Hot Tubs

For a nice relaxing time our two hot tubs with capacity for 5 guests each. Located on the Expedition deck are ideal.

Deck plans

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Deck 3

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