Santa Cruz Ship Info

Size: 237 feet

Passengers: 90

Facilities: Air conditioning, glass bottom boat, bar, Jacuzzi, library

Accommodations: Balconies (some guest rooms), family accommodations

Description:

The 43 cabin M/V Santa Cruz, built exclusively for Galapagos Islands cruising was completely renovated in 1998, having been redesigned and refurbished inside and out. 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. Its capacity is for ninety guests.

The Santa Cruz Expedition Team consists of a Chief Naturalist and five Naturalists. All will delight guests with diverse natural history explanations, superb on-deck talks, and eye-catching lectures regarding natural history issues. Their multimedia presentations and recaps will complement the day's activities. Together with the Captain, they will plan the day's program. They are masters of Galapagos' knowledge. Soon enough, our Naturalists will become the highlight of your voyage. At night, when pitch-dark starry skies are seen, stargazing is an amazing nocturnal activity. The southern skies are beautifully arranged with exuberant constellations.

Santa Cruz Itineraries

Galapagos Explorer

Comprehensive seven-night luxury Galapagos tours and cruises featuring classic Galapagos environments as well as less-traveled isles on your choice of luxury ships or yachts. Encounter unique animal species that gave rise to Darwin's theory of evolution. Small-group excursions, swimming and snorkeling opportunities provide an unparalleled experience. Tour Quito's colonial district, artisan studios and Equator monument. Explore the Galapagos on this luxury Galapagos Tour.

Galapagos Highlights

Sample some of the diverse island that make up this famous island chain during this exotic escape that features a 3-night Galapagos cruise. This Galapagos Islands cruise features the intimacy of small-group nature excursions, and swimming & snorkeling opportunities that inspire. Explore Quito's colonial district, artisan studios and equator monument.

Galapagos Discovery

Delve into classic Galapagos environments on a 4-night luxury Galapagos cruises that delve into classic Galapagos environments and offer thrilling close-up animal encounters. Small-group nature excursions, and swimming and snorkeling offer you opportunities to experience that sense wonder and of personal discovery. Tour Quito's colonial district, artisan studios and equator monument.

Ecuadorian Explorations

Quito is one of South America's most delightful and culturally rich colonial cities. You have the opportunity to meet two of its most famous artists. Explore Ecuador's exceptional artisan villages in the Andean countryside and the country's most noted native market in Otavalo. Travel into the heart of Mindo-Nambillo Cloud Forest and hike in El Pahuma Reserve. Discover life on along the rim of an extinct volcano, Pululahua Crater. Venture into the islands made famous by Charles Darwin on your five-day Galapagos cruise aboard the Santa Cruz, designed for a voyage of exploration and amazement.