M/V Santa Cruz Galapagos Cruise Description:
The 46 cabin M/V Santa Cruz Galapagos, built exclusively for cruising the Galapagos Islands, 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, an expert crew, the most knowledgeable multilingual nature guides and menus that feature the very best international cuisine and celebrated Ecuadorian dishes. Its capacity is for ninety guests.
KEY FEATURES
- The M/V Santa Cruz Galapagos Cruise is a ship among our Galapagos luxury travel selection.
- Built exclusively for Galapagos cruising with am ideal 90-passenger capacity.
- Travel plan includes daily activities like hikes in land, snorkeling and rides in a glass-bottom boat.
- Expert naturalist guides (Level III) knowledgeable in Galapagos Islands will lead all excursions.
- Top-notch itineraries and high-quality cabin design and crew service.
Security equipment: ABS classification +A1E + AMS #7907 853 SOLAS (safety of life at sea), ISM certificate complying with the IMO resolution A.788 (19), automatic fire controls, life jackets in each cabin, lifeboats (two 66-man, two 25-man), life rafts (two 16-man, two 10-man), and 5 zodiac for ship to shore transportation. ACCOMMODATION & DISTRIBUTION: Boat deck: 2 master suites (double bed + sofa bed), 2 junior suites (twin beds + sofa bed), 4 superior cabins (twin beds), 2 superior cabins (double bed), 7 standard cabins (twin beds), 1 standard cabin (double bed), and 1 standard (single cabin). Main deck: 9 standard twin cabins, 4 standard quadruple cabins. Upper deck: 12 standard win cabins, 2 standard triple inside cabins. Departure Day:Departure dates for 4, 5 and 8 day cruises start on Mondays.
Technical Specifications |
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Length LOA | 237.3 ft / 72.35 m |
Beam | 38.86 ft / 11.85 m |
Engines | 2 Sulzer engines, 1620 BHP each |
Speed | 13 knots |
Crew | 52; 6 multilingual nature guides and Medical Officer permanently on board |
Capacity | 90 passengers |
Rebuilt | Talcahuano, Chile (1998) |
Electricity | 110 volts in the cabins with 220 volt sockets available in reception and dining areas |
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS - NORTHERN GALAPAGOS
MONDAY – FRIDAY | |
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MONDAY | Am: Baltra Island Airport Pm: Santa Cruz Island: Las Bachas beach |
TUESDAY | Am: Santiago Island:Buccaneer Cove Pm: Santiago Island: Puerto Egas |
WEDNESDAY | Am. Rábida Island Pm: Bartolomé Island |
THURSDAY | Am: Genovesa Island: Prince Philip Steps Pm: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay |
FRIDAY | Am: Santa Cruz Island: Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Transfer to Baltra Airport (GPS). |
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS - WESTERN GALAPAGOS
THURSDAY – MONDAY | |
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THURSDAY | Am: Baltra Island Airport Pm: Santa Cruz Island: Cerro Dragon |
FRIDAY | Am: Isabela Island: Punta Vicente Roca Pm: Fernandina Island: Punta Espinoza |
SATURDAY | Am: Santa Cruz Island: Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station. PM: Santa Cruz Island: Various activity options to be chosen on-site |
SUNDAY | Am: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay Pm: Floreana Island: Champion Islet and Cormorant Point |
MONDAY | Am: Transfer to Baltra Island to the Airport (GPS). |
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS - EASTERN GALAPAGOS
FRIDAY – THURSDAY | |
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FRIDAY | Am: Baltra Island Airport Pm: Mosquera Islet |
SATURDAY | Am: San Cristóbal Island: Cerro Colorado Pm: San Cristóbal Island: Punta Pitt |
SUNDAY | Am: Santa Fe Island Pm: South Plaza Island |
MONDAY | Am: Santa Cruz Island: Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station. PM: Santa Cruz Island: Various activity options to be chosen on-site |
TUESDAY | Am: Española Island: Punta Suárez Pm: Española Island: Gardner Bay |
WEDNESDAY | Am: Santa Cruz Island: Eden Islet Pm: North Seymour Island |
THURSDAY | Am: Transfer to Baltra Island to the Airport (GPS). |
NOTE: Cruise Itinerary is subject to change due to Galapagos National Park dispositions or to circumstances beyond our control (force majeure).
Our specialized sales agents can give you better information through the email.
Normally prices include the following:
Prices include:
Accommodation in double cabin.
All meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
All Transfers in Galapagos: Airport – Yacht – Airport.
Transfers between islands.
Excursions on the islands.
Bilingual speaking nature guide ( English – Spanish).
Prices do not include:
Airfare from mainland Ecuador.
Galapagos National Park entrance fee: US$ 100.00 per person.
Migratory Control Card: US$ 20.00 per person.
Alcoholic drinks and sodas.
Medical & Travel Insurance.
Tips.
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