Santa Cruz II

Vessel Type: Expedition Vessel

Length: 71.8 meters

Passenger Capacity: 90

Built / Refurbished: 2002 / 2015 / 2018 / 2021

The Santa Cruz II is a 90-guest Galapagos expedition vessel offering four- and six-night itineraries across the Eastern, Northern, and Western islands. Designed to maximise wildlife encounters, excursions include hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, coastal exploration, and glass-bottom boat rides, all led by an onboard Expedition Leader and Naturalist Guides. Guests benefit from a 24/7 Medical Officer and small guest-to-guide ratios for safe and personalised exploration, ensuring every trip combines adventure with comfort.

The ship spans five decks, featuring outdoor and indoor social spaces, lounges, bars, two hot tubs, a fitness room, and the Beagle Restaurant. Accommodations include 50 cabins—Voyager, Explorer, Explorer Family, and Darwin Suites—all with private bathrooms, large picture windows, air-conditioning, in-room safes, and ample storage. Many cabins interconnect for families or groups, while amenities such as snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, a glass-bottom boat, and low-bandwidth Wi-Fi support a comfortable, immersive, and sustainable Galapagos experience.