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6-night Galapagos Islands - Nature And Wildlife Expedition Cruise (Northern Route)

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MS Santa Cruz II
cruise info

  • HX: MS Santa Cruz II
  • |
  • May 30, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Quito
    | Sat May 30, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Quito
    | Sun May 31, 2026
  3. Day 3
    Quito
    | Mon Jun 1, 2026
  4. Day 4
    Isla Baltra
    | Mon Jun 1, 2026
  5. Day 5
    Isla Baltra
    | Mon Jun 1, 2026
    | Depart 2:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    Las Bachas
    | Mon Jun 1, 2026
    | Arrive 3:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Las Bachas
    | Tue Jun 2, 2026
    | Depart 2:00 AM
  8. Day 8
    Isla Santiago (Buccaneer Cove)
    | Tue Jun 2, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  9. Day 9
    Isla Santiago (Puerto Egas)
    | Tue Jun 2, 2026
    | Arrive 1:00 PM
  10. Day 10
    Isla Santiago (Puerto Egas)
    | Wed Jun 3, 2026
    | Depart 4:00 AM
  11. Day 11
    Isla Rabida
    | Wed Jun 3, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  12. Day 12
    Isla Bartolome
    | Wed Jun 3, 2026
    | Arrive 2:00 PM
  13. Day 13
    Isla Bartolome
    | Thu Jun 4, 2026
    | Depart 1:00 AM
  14. Day 14
    El Barranco, Genovese Island
    | Thu Jun 4, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  15. Day 15
    Darwin Bay
    | Fri Jun 5, 2026
    | Depart 1:00 AM
  16. Day 16
    Itabaca Channel
    | Fri Jun 5, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  17. Day 17
    Isla Baltra
    | Fri Jun 5, 2026
    | Arrive 8:00 AM
  18. Day 18
    Quito
    | Fri Jun 5, 2026
Sailing Features
  • 6 Nights
  • May 30, 2026 / Jun 5, 2026
  • Quito
  • Quito
  • MS Santa Cruz II
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $200 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

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Oceanview
Suite
Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 23 Explorer cabins located on the Horizon deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located on the Panorama deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 17 Explorer cabins located on the Expedition deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Voyager Single Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer a single bed and plenty of space for solo travelers. There are 2 Voyager cabins located on the Horizon deck. Bathroom. Size 12 sq.m.

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MS Santa Cruz II cruise ship

HX:   MS Santa Cruz II

When you are exploring the Galápagos islands 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 onboard.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    2002
  • 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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