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8-night Galapagos Islands - In Darwin’s Footsteps (Eastern Route)

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MS Santa Cruz II
cruise info

  • HX Expeditions: MS Santa Cruz II
  • |
  • April 22, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Quito
    | Wed Apr 22, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Quito
    | Thu Apr 23, 2026
  3. Day 3
    Quito
    | Fri Apr 24, 2026
  4. Isla Baltra
    | Fri Apr 24, 2026
    | Depart 2:00 PM
  5. Isla Mosquera
    | Fri Apr 24, 2026
    | Arrive 2:00 PM
  6. Day 4
    Isla Mosquera
    | Sat Apr 25, 2026
  7. Isla San Cristobal (Puerto Baquerizo Moreno)
    | Sat Apr 25, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  8. Punta Pitt
    | Sat Apr 25, 2026
    | Arrive 3:00 PM
  9. Day 5
    Punta Pitt
    | Sun Apr 26, 2026
  10. Isla Santa Fe
    | Sun Apr 26, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  11. South Plaza
    | Sun Apr 26, 2026
    | Arrive 1:00 PM
  12. Day 6
    South Plaza
    | Mon Apr 27, 2026
    | Depart 4:00 AM
  13. Puerto Ayora
    | Mon Apr 27, 2026
    | Arrive 6:00 AM
  14. Day 7
    Puerto Ayora
    | Tue Apr 28, 2026
  15. Punta Suarez
    | Tue Apr 28, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  16. Gardner Bay
    | Tue Apr 28, 2026
    | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  17. Day 8
    Eden Islet
    | Wed Apr 29, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  18. North Seymour
    | Wed Apr 29, 2026
    | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  19. Day 9
    Isla Baltra
    | Thu Apr 30, 2026
    | Arrive 8:00 AM
  20. Quito
    | Thu Apr 30, 2026
Sailing Features
  • 8 Nights
  • Apr 22, 2026 / Apr 30, 2026
  • Quito
  • Quito
  • MS Santa Cruz II
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $200 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Oceanview
Studio/Single
Suite
Oceanview
Explorer cabin

Size: 15.2 m2?
- Large window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Bathrobes and slippers, available on request.
- Guests: 2

Oceanview
Explorer cabin

Size: 15.2 m2?
- Large window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Guests: 2

Oceanview
Explorer cabin

Size: 14-15 m2?
- Large window
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Guests: 2

Oceanview
Explorer family cabin

Size: 17.2 m2?
- Large windows
- Double bed (optional twin)
- Sofa bed, suitable for a child under 12 years of age
- Guests: up to 3

Oceanview
Voyager Single cabin

Size: 12 m2?
- Large picture window
- Single bed
- Guests: 1

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MS Santa Cruz II cruise ship

HX Expeditions:   MS Santa Cruz II

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 Center 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.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    2002
  • Registry:
    Ecuador
  • Last Refurbished:
    2021
  • Gross Tonnage:
    2,664 T
  • Beam:
    44 ft (13.4 m)
  • Maximum Speed:
    10.5 knots
  • Ship Length:
    236 ft (71.8 m)
  • Passenger Capacity:
    90
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