Comfortable spaces and large picture windows illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, offering elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring
This state-of-the-art expedition vessel is perfect for exploring the Galapagos. At just over 70m in length, this 5-deck ship has ample social areas which are both indoor and outdoor. Some of the vessel's fabulous facilities include a bar and lounge, restaurant, barbecue, gift shop, fitness room, library, two hot tubs and a glass bottom. The Santa Cruz Il’s Swedish-design cabins reflect the latest in cruise trends. Comfortable spaces and large picture windows illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, offering elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. The ship has 50 cabins for 90 guests, 36 of which can be interconnected, offering flexibility for guests from single travellers to families.
Refurbishment: 2015
Construction: 2002
Gross Tonnage: 2664 tonnes
Passenger Space Ratio: 29.6
Type of Vessel: Expedition Vessel
Capacity: 90 guests / 50 cabins
Length: 71.8 metres / 235 feet
Beam: 13.4 metres / 43 feet
Speed: 10.5 knots
Electricity: 440V – 220V – 110V throughout ship
Engines: 2 Cummins engines KTA 38 – MO of 850 HP each
Fire Detector: Fire detectors throughout
Life Jackets: In each cabin
Life Rafts: 14 (27 passengers each)
Landing Boats: 6
Owner: ETICA (METROPOLITAN TOURING)
Decks: 5
Crew: 52
Naturalist Guides: 8 (Includes Expedition Leader)
Guest-Crew Ratio: 3 to 2
Medial Officer: Permanently on board
Certifications: ABS – SOLAS – ISM by resolution IMOA788(19)
Panorama Deck: 3 Darwin Suites, 3 Explorer Double Cabins
Expedition Deck: 17 Explorer Double Cabins
Horizon Deck: 2 Voyager Single Cabins, 2 Explorer Triple Cabins, 23 Explorer Double Cabins, infirmary.
Cabin Details
Explorer Family Cabin
17.8m², 3 single beds, located on the horizon deck, includes large picture window, air conditioning, private bathroom with hair dryer, electrical outlets & safety deposit box.
Explorer Family Cabin
Explorer Cabin - Horizon Deck
15.2m², 2 single beds or 1 double bed, large picture window, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hairdryer, electrical outlets & safety deposit box.
Explorer Cabin - Horizon Deck
Explorer Cabin - Expedition Deck
15.2m², 2 single beds or 1 one double bed, large picture window, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hairdryer, electrical outlets & safety deposit box.
Explorer Cabin - Expedition Deck
Explorer Cabin - Panorama Deck
15.2m², 2 single beds or 1 double bed, large picture window, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hairdryer, electrical outlets & safety deposit box.
Explorer Cabin - Panorama Deck
Voyager Cabin
11.8m², located on horizon deck, 1 single bed, large picture window, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hairdryer, electrical outlets & safety deposit box.
Voyager Cabin
Darwin Suite
30.2m², located on the panorama deck, 1 double bed, 2 large picture windows, L'Occitane-en-Provence bathroom amenities, bathrobes, take-home coffee table book, air conditioning, hair dryer, electrical outlets, safety deposit box, reading lights, internet access, wetsuit usage & expedition photos and videos on a CD.
Darwin Suite
Western Galapagos Islands
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