Santa Cruz

Prices per person from US$1,500 (3 nights)

The 47 cabin M/V Santa Cruz, the only large ship built exclusively for Galapagos Islands cruising, was completely renovated in 1998, having been redesigned and refurbished inside and out. The entire ship is air-conditioned. 

On the Boat Deck, two new luxury master suites with double beds and a private balcony, and two junior suites (with twin beds that can be joined to form a double) have been added as well as six superior-class cabins with twin beds. These new cabins, together with those already existing, give the ship a very high standard of accommodation in comfort and style. All the cabins and bathrooms on all decks have been renovated, and provide more choices, including single, double, triple, and quadruple accommodations.

The Sun Deck has been lengthened and a new deck-bar and Jacuzzi have been installed, along with an observation area for dolphin and whale watching. The dining room, lounge and bar have been elegantly remodeled and there is a new reading room and library.

Amenities include: spacious cocktail lounge, dining room, sunning areas and a small boutique. Travelers looking for the stability of a large ship will find the Santa Cruz attractive. No children under 6 years old are allowed.

Santa Cruz details

class	Deluxe
type	Small cruise ships
pax	90
cabins	47
length	237 feet
speed	13 knots
nights	3/4/7
sailings	Fri(3), Mon(4), Mon/Fri(7)
diving	No

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Testimonials

Hello Laura estamos en hotel Reina Isabel de Quito. Desfortunadamente, mi novia tiene el gripe (my spanish has improved this month) but the timing of her sickness couldn't be better since she waited it out until we left the cruise our month was excellent we even got engaged on a horseback riding trip in Podocarpus park near Loja ! The guide was nice enough to even take pictures for us the hotels were great we loved the Mercure in Quito - it has very comfortable beds unlike some of the other places........ Marc B, USA

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