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Santa Cruz II

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Overview


When you are exploring the Galápagos islands with us onboard the MS Santa Cruz II, you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in high quality surroundings. The small size - with a guest capacity of maximum of 90 allows for a cozy yet classy environment. You'll easily feel at home on board.


With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community.

When you are exploring the Galápagos islands with us onboard the MS Santa Cruz II, you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in high quality surroundings. The small size - with a guest capacity of maximum of 90 allows for a cozy yet classy environment. You'll easily feel at home on board.

This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your cruise from start to finish. Enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, increase your knowledge of the Galápagos Islands with your fellow travellers in the Science Centre or maybe mingle out on the multiple decks.

While exploring the Galápagos, you'll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin's footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. MS Santa Cruz II's amenities easily appeal to all world explorers.

An HX Hurtigruten Expeditions trip includes everything from daily excursions and activities to our onboard Science Centre, meals, gratuities, drinks* and more. All designed to give you the expedition experience of a lifetime.

Ship Statistics
Year Built 2002
Refurbished 2021
Length 236 ft
Width 42 ft
Tonnage 2,664
Speed 10
Passenger Capacity 90
Crew Size 0
No. of Deck 5
No. of Cabin 48
No. of large Cabin 0
No. of wheelchair Cabin 0
Services & Amenities
Sun Deck YES
Lounge YES
Observation Point YES
Reception YES
Library YES
Shop YES
Facilities
Double or Twin Configuration YES
Lounge Area YES
Shower YES
Toiletries Provided YES
Suite Benefits YES
Safe YES
Hair Dryer YES
Desk YES
Sofa Bed YES
One Single Bed YES
Room Service Available YES
TV YES
Telephone YES
  • Observation Deck
  • Fitness Room
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  • Observation Deck
  • Panorama Lounge & Bar
  • Cabins

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  • Hot Tubs
  • Observation Deck
  • Science Corner
  • Discovery Room
  • Expedition Lounge & Bar
  • Library
  • Cabins

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  • Reception
  • Medical Centre
  • Shop
  • Cabins

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  • Beagle Restaurant
  • Expedition Launch
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Beagle Restaurant (complimentary)

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Onboard the ship, there are fifty cruise cabins that provide ample space for each and every guest. Each cabin has a private bathroom. There are options available for single travelers, couples, groups and families.

The best accommodation on our expedition ships. Spacious, private, and with wide windows to watch the world drift by, suites are comfortable and calm havens at sea.

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Darwin Suite
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Explorer Family Cabin, Horizon Deck
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Explorer Cabin, Expedition Deck
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Explorer Cabin, Horizon Deck
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Explorer Cabin, Panorama Lounge

Your ship gives you everything you could wish for in a home away from home: places for stimulation, relaxation, and meetings with your fellow guests. With a Scandinavian-inspired décor and all modern conveniences, MS Santa Cruz II does it in comfort and style.

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Sky Deck
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Outdoor Terrace
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Panorama Bar & Lounge
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Reception
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Discovery Room
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Expedition Lounge & Bar with Science Corner and Library
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Panorama Deck
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Gift Shop
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Fitness Room
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Hot Tubs