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Santa Cruz II
Santa Cruz II is a HX Hurtigruten Expeditions cruise ship, in service since 2002. She measures 2,664 gross tons and carries 90 guests. She sails Galápagos itineraries.
About Santa Cruz II
Santa Cruz II is a 90-guest Galápagos expedition ship owned by the Ecuadorian company Metropolitan Touring, which formed a partnership with Hurtigruten's expedition arm in 2021; HX now sells her voyages alongside its own ships. Built in 2002 at the ASENAV yard in Chile, she measures about 72 meters and 2,664 gross tons, with 50 cabins on three decks, including Darwin Suites. A 2021 refurbishment renewed her cabins and public areas. She sails year-round among the Galápagos Islands, with guests flying in and out through Baltra, and has a Science Center, a main lounge and bar used for lectures, and two hot tubs on the Expedition deck.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
Home port: Baltra, Galápagos.
Flying in for your cruise?
Santa Cruz II sails from Baltra, Galápagos. The airport is Galapagos Baltra (GPS), with 1 lounge to wait in before you board.
The lounge at Galapagos Baltra on Lounge FrogEvery ship sailing from Baltra, GalápagosQuick answers
Which cruise line operates Santa Cruz II?
Santa Cruz II is operated by HX Hurtigruten Expeditions.
How big is Santa Cruz II?
Santa Cruz II measures 2,664 gross tons and 72 metres in length, with 5 decks.
How crowded does Santa Cruz II feel?
Santa Cruz II has a passenger space ratio of 29.6: 2,664 gross tons for 90 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Santa Cruz II feels busy for her size.
How many passengers does Santa Cruz II carry?
Santa Cruz II carries 90 guests at double occupancy.
When did Santa Cruz II enter service?
Santa Cruz II entered service in 2002 and was last refurbished in 2021.
Where does Santa Cruz II sail?
Santa Cruz II sails Galápagos itineraries. Her home port is Baltra, Galápagos.
Which airport should I fly into for Santa Cruz II?
Santa Cruz II sails from Baltra, Galápagos. Fly into Galapagos Baltra (GPS), which has 1 airport lounge listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Santa Cruz II?
HX Hurtigruten Expeditions publishes the deck plans for Santa Cruz II; this page links to Deck plans.
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