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The MS Santa Cruz II is an expedition vessel operated by HX-Expeditions, specially designed for cruises to the Galápagos Islands.

Technical Specifications

Renovated in 2021, The MS Santa Cruz II measures 235.6 feet in length and 44.0 feet in width; it can accommodate up to 90 guests in 50 cabins and suites, offering an intimate, comfortable atmosphere.


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Itinerary : North Seymour, Las Bachas, Buccaneer Cove, Puerto Egas, Rabida, Bartolomé Island, Prince Philip’s Steps, Bahia Darwin, Itabaca Channel, North Seymour

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MS Santa Cruz II
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MS Santa Cruz II

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MS Santa Cruz II

5 d

Ocean view Stateroom

North Seymour

07/26/2027

from

5 164 $CA

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15-29 Jun 2026

13-27 Jul 2026

10-24 Aug 2026

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Itinerary : North Seymour, Dragon Hill, Ponta Vicente Roca, Punta Espinoza, Puerto Ayora, Floreana Island - Galapagos, Punta Cormorant, North Seymour

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MS Santa Cruz II
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MS Santa Cruz II

3 other departures

MS Santa Cruz II

5 d

Ocean view Stateroom

North Seymour

07/08/2027

from

5 164 $CA

On-board meals included

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24 Jun 2027

22 Jul 2027

23 Dec 2027

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Itinerary : North Seymour, Dragon Hill, Ponta Vicente Roca, Fernandina, Puerto Ayora, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet, Punta Cormorant, North Seymour

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MS Santa Cruz II
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MS Santa Cruz II

14 other departures

MS Santa Cruz II

5 d

Ocean view Stateroom

North Seymour

09/03/2026

from

5 967 $CA

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11-25 Jun 2026

09-23 Jul 2026

06-20 Aug 2026

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Itinerary : North Seymour, islote mosquera, Puerto Baquerizo, Punta Pitt, Santa Fé Island, South Plaza, Santa Cruz Island - Galapagos, Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay, Eden Islet, North Seymour

HX-Expeditions
MS Santa Cruz II
On-board meals included
MS Santa Cruz II

14 other departures

MS Santa Cruz II

7 d

Ocean view Stateroom

North Seymour

06/05/2026

from

7 239 $CA

On-board meals included

Other departures:

19 Jun 2026

03-17-31 Jul 2026

14-28 Aug 2026

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Itinerary : North Seymour, islote mosquera, Punta Pitt, Puerto Baquerizo, Santa Fé Island, South Plaza, Puerto Ayora, Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay, Eden Islet, North Seymour

HX-Expeditions
MS Santa Cruz II
On-board meals included
MS Santa Cruz II

56 other departures

MS Santa Cruz II

7 d

Ocean view Stateroom

North Seymour

01/15/2027

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8 102 $CA

On-board meals included

Other departures:

01-29 Jan 2027

12-26 Feb 2027

12-26 Mar 2027

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Ship staterooms

Ocean view Stateroom

Ocean view Stateroom

Surface area: from 151 to 161 sq. ft. Deck location: 1 Cabin equipment: - One double bed or 2 twin beds - Bathroom with shower - Large window

Ocean view Stateroom

Suite

Suite

Surface area: 323 sq. ft. Deck location : 3 Suite equipment: - One double bed or 2 twin beds - Lounge area with sofa bed, 2 armchairs and table - writing desk - Bathrobes and slippers available on request - 2 large windows - Bathroom with shower

Suite

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Amenities and Life On Board

On board, guests enjoy a range of facilities, including a dedicated science center for lectures—providing deeper insights into Galápagos wildlife, flora, and geology—a library, observation decks, a restaurant, the Beagle Restaurant, which serves flavorful Ecuadorian and international dishes prepared with local ingredients, a lounge bar, two hot tubs, a fitness room, and a sun deck.

Environmental Protection

HX-Expeditions places a premium on environmental protection. The MS Santa Cruz II is equipped with modern technologies to reduce its environmental footprint, including a certified wastewater management system and engines optimized to limit CO₂ emissions. In addition, no single-use plastic is used on board, in line with the company’s strict Galápagos conservation policy.