Santa Cruz II
Why cruise on this ship?
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.
Dining
Mouthwatering meals and creative cocktails await you aboard MS Santa Cruz II. With creativity and dedication, our cheerful staff draw inspiration from everything from the weather to the region’s flavours and local ingredients.
Beagle Restaurant
Features
- Experience: Complimentary
- Food type: Varies
Entertainment
The social areas located across the MS Santa Cruz II allow travellers to converse about their passion for travel. There are multiple decks, including the Ocean, Horizon, Panorama, Expedition, and Sky Decks. Each space offers guests a comfortable seating area and an immaculate view of the nearby islands. Every social space is exquisite.
Sky Deck
The Sky deck offers spaces where guests can relax and enjoy their Galápagos expeditions basking in the sun at the very top of the ship. The sun deck and fitness room are located here.
Features
- Sun Deck
Outdoor Terrace
The Outdoor Terrace is located on Deck Three.
Features
- Lounge
- Observation Point
Panorama Bar & Lounge
This large and well-lit area is not only the main bar, but also the place where most ship events will take place (welcome and farewell cocktail), and doubles as an ideal place for lectures. It’s the ideal site to chill and relax with Wi-Fi hot spot and direct access to our al fresco terrace.
Features
- Lounge
Reception
Features
- Reception
Discovery Room
The Discovery Room is located on Deck Three.
Features
- Lounge
Expedition Lounge & Bar
The Expedition Lounge & Bar with Science Corner and Library is located on Deck Three.
Our Natural History Library is located on the Expedition Lounge in the Expedition Deck. Please check with the naturalists for books to read during the voyage. After reading, guests are kindly requested to please return the books to the library. A selection of general subject books and natural history books are found, but for anything related to Natural History of Galápagos, please ask the Expedition Leader for advice.
Features
- Library
- Lounge
Panorama Deck
Guests can relish the Galápagos Islands landscapes at the rear terrace, which also doubles as an area for enjoying Happy Hour specials or freshly barbecued snacks. On the same deck, guests are also welcome to hang out at the indoor Expedition lounge & bar or visit our state-of-the-art bridge.
Features
- Observation Point
Evolution Hall
Evolution Hall is located on Deck Three.
Features
- Art Gallery
Gift Shop
The Gift Shop is located on Deck Two.
Features
- Shop
Expedition Launch Pad
The Expedition Launch Pad can be found on Deck 1.
Features
- Zodiacs
- Expeditions
Shore Excursions
We offer every day, in addition to the core activity (generally, a hike), a variety of activity options approved by the national park:
- Snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Coastal explorations (aboard our inflatable dinghies, otherwise known as pangas)
- Glass-bottom boat rides
- Biking (on Santa Cruz island only)
These activities will be explained in advance by the Expedition Leader and guides. A sign-up sheet is placed in the expedition room, Expedition deck. These activities cannot be booked in advance and are all free of charge. Please note the number of the participants per activity is limited.
Features
- Excursions
- Bikes
- Zodiacs
- Kayaks
- Snorkeling
- Paddle Boarding
Health and fitness
Whenever you feel the need to get your body moving, exercise facilities are on hand to get your pulse up. And whether you’re relaxing after a day of fascinating lectures, or a long hike, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to relax your body and mind.
Fitness Room
Our fitness center is equipped with yoga mats, set of weights, 2 treadmills, 2 stationary bikes, and an elliptical trainer for those guests who do not want to let their routine slide.
Features
- Gym
Hot Tubs
For a nice relaxing time our two hot tubs with capacity for 5 guests each. Located on the Expedition deck are ideal.
Features
- Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
Kids and teens
All guests must be 18 years old on or before the day they are scheduled to embark on their cruise; we do not maintain facilities or services on board for younger individuals.
No Hurtigruten Expedition ships feature children’s playrooms.
Accommodation
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.
Darwin Suite, Panorama Deck
Our three Darwin suites on the Panorama deck feature double picture windows, and offers superb comfort and deluxe amenities.
Available with a twin or double bed, and if more space is desired, these suites can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin.
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Explorer cabin, Panorama deck
With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located as on the Panorama deck.
Beds convert from double to twin upon request.
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Explorer cabin, Expedition deck
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 as on the Expedition deck.
Beds convert from double to twin upon request.
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Explorer Cabin, Horizon Deck
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.
Beds convert from double to twin upon request.
Features
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
- Double or Twin Configuration
Explorer family cabin, Horizon deck
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 2 Explorer family cabins located on the Horizon deck. Cabins are equipped with twin beds and a sofa bed (ideal for children under 12).
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Sofa Bed
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Voyager single cabin, Horizon deck
Features
- One Single Bed
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Safe
- Telephone
- Desk
Deck plans
Deck 5
- Observation Deck
- Fitness Room
Deck 4
- Observation Deck
- Panorama Lounge & Bar
- Toilets
- Cabins
Deck 3
- Hot Tubs
- Observation Deck
- Science Corner
- Discovery Room
- Expedition Lounge & Bar
- Library
- Toilets
- Cabins
Deck 2
- Reception
- Medical Center
- Shop
- Toilets
- Cabins
Deck 1
- Beagle Restaurant
- Expedition Launch
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