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The M/V Santa Cruz has been
totally remodeled, with extended decks in order to accommodate for upgraded and
more spacious cabins as well as larger deck areas. The 90 passengers can choose between
suites, double or single cabins, magnificently appointed and equipped. Fully carpeted
and air conditioned, it is the right size cruise ship for a comfortable and relaxed
vacation in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.
Master Suite |
Junior Suite |
On the Boat
Deck, two new luxury master suites with double beds and a private
balcony, and two junior suites, have been added as well as six superior class
cabins with twin beds. These new cabins, together with those previously
existent, give the ship a very high standard of accommodation in comfort and
style. All the cabins and bathrooms on all decks have been renovated.
Fine dining aboard the
Santa Cruz
Safety is our primary concern and the Santa Cruz has
been certified with the highest International Classifications:ABS (American Bureau of
Shipping), IMS (International Management System for the Safe operation of Ships and for
pollution prevention) and SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea). Operations and
services are maintained by a 48-person crew.
Itinerary, program, activities, flexibility,
service... These have been also renovated and improved. An Excllent Itinerary will provide
a most complete vision of the Galapagos main highlights within a flexible program that
will allow passengers to choose between shorter or longer hikes, Zodiac cruises,
glass-bottom boat, swimming activities, etc., often been able to do at least two
activities on each location. The itineraries have been planned to offer the best of the
archipelago in such a way to ensure the continued preservation of this unique
ecosystem. "Excellent trip!
Our guide was very well organized and knowledgeable. There was a
very good choice of food, well prepared. Our cabin (on the outside)
had a huge window so we could see where we were and what was going
on. The bars were well stocked and nothing was too much trouble." -
Georgina Baines, UK
2008 Rates
All rates are per person, in US dollars and subject to change at any time
For departures between Dec 17-31
a 50% deposit is required to secure your reservations.
Children under 12 receive a 25%
discount
when in same cabin with two adults
No discounts available over the Christmas and New Years dates
Double cabins for single use have a 100% single supplement
NEW FUEL SURCHARGE:
3 nights = $72 US per person
4 nights = $96 US per person
7 nights = $168 US per person
| M/V Santa Cruz |
Fri-Mon
4 day/3 night |
Mon-Fri
5 day/4 night |
Mon-Mon/Fri-Fri
8 day/7 night |
Boat Deck Master Suite
with Balcony
166 sq ft |
$2143 |
$2858 |
$4999 |
Boat Deck Junior Suite
235 sq ft |
$1861 |
$2481 |
$4342 |
Boat Deck Superior
Twin/Double
156 sq ft |
$1777 |
$2369 |
$4147 |
Boat Deck Single Standard
124 sq ft |
$2457 |
$3276 |
$5734 |
Boat Deck Twin Standard
Plus
124 sq ft |
$1704 |
$2272 |
$3976 |
Boat Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1630 |
$2174 |
$3804 |
Upper Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1491 |
$1988 |
$3479 |
Main Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1415 |
$1887 |
$3303 |
PEAK SEASON from
March 17-23 & Dec 22-Jan 4 add $100 US per person
2009 Rates
All rates are per person, in US dollars and subject to change at any time
For departures between Dec 17-31
a 50% deposit is required to secure your reservations.
Children under 12 receive a 25%
discount
when in same cabin with two adults
No discounts available over the Christmas and New Years dates
Double cabins for single use have a 100% single supplement
NEW FUEL SURCHARGE:
3 nights = $72 US per person
4 nights = $96 US per person
7 nights = $168 US per person
| M/V Santa Cruz |
Fri-Mon
4 day/3 night |
Mon-Fri
5 day / 4 night |
Mon-Mon/Fri-Fri
8 day / 7 night |
Boat Deck Master Suite
with Balcony
166 sq ft |
$2272 |
$3029 |
$5299 |
Boat Deck Junior Suite
235 sq ft |
$1973 |
$2630 |
$4603 |
Boat Deck Superior
Twin/Double
156 sq ft |
$1884 |
$2511 |
$4396 |
Boat Deck Single Standard
124 sq ft |
$2604 |
$3473 |
$6078 |
Boat Deck Twin Standard
Plus
124 sq ft |
$1806 |
$2408 |
$4214 |
Boat Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1728 |
$2304 |
$4032 |
Upper Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1580 |
$2107 |
$3688 |
Main Deck Twin Standard
124 sq ft |
$1500 |
$2000 |
$3501 |
PEAK SEASON from
APRIL 6-17 & Dec 22-Jan 5 add $130 US per person
| Other Amenities & Services |
- Bar - Lounge, Boutique
- Gift Shop
- Email, radio, telephone, and Fax
communications.
- PA system
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Multimedia natural history
lectures
- Stargazing Program
- Glass bottom boat
- Jacuzzi
- Reading Room and Natural History
Library
- Air conditioned throughout
Itinerary:
4 day is Friday to Monday
5 day is Monday to Friday
8 day is Monday to Monday and Friday to Friday
Monday: Baltra Airport & Cerro Dragon
Tuesday: Bartolome & Puerto Egas, Santiago Island
Wednesday: Rabida Island & North Seymour Island
Thursday: Highlands of Santa Cruz & Charles Darwin Research Station
Friday: Interpretation Center, Airport & Cerro Brujo, San Cristobal
Island
Saturday: Gardner Bay, Hood Island & Punta Cormorant, Floreana
Island
Sunday: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina & Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela
Island
Monday: Baltra Airport & Cerro Dragon
* All itineraries are subject to change
at any time for any reason
Detailed
Itinerary and Program
2 Master suites
double bed + sofa bed
2 Junior suites twin beds + sofa bed
4 Superior cabins twin beds
2 Superior cabins double bed
7 Standard cabins twin beds
1 Standard cabin double bed
1 Standard single cabin
12 Standard twin cabins
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Upper Deck Standard |
|
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11.1 x 11.1 feet
Measurement: 124 sq. ft. |
13 Standard twin
cabins
|
Main Deck Standard Twins |
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11.1 x 11.1 feet
Measurement: 124 sq. ft. |
Technical
Information:
- Construction : Bilbao, Spain,
1979
- Reconstruction : Talcahuano,
Chile, 1998
- Category : First Class
- Gross Tonnage : 1675
- Capacity : 90 guests
- Length : 72.35 meters (237.3
feet)
- Beam : 11.85 meters (38.86 feet)
- Speed : 13 knots
- Electricity : 110 Volts in the
cabins with 220 Volt sockets available in Reception and Dining
area.
- Engines : 2 Sulzer engines, 1620
BHP each
- Navigation : Gyrocompass, auto
pilot, radar, echo-sounders,
- Equipment : GPS and Radio
Director Finder
- Safety Classification : ABS
classification +A1E + AMS #7907 853 SOLAS (safety of life at
sea) ISM certificate Complying with the IMO
resolution A.788(19) Automatic fire controls
- Life Jackets : In each cabin
- Lifeboats : Two 66-man, two
25-man,
- Life Rafts : Two 16-man, two
10-man
- Zodiacs : 5 for ship to shore
transportation
- Boston Whaler : 1 with
glass-bottom with for underwater observation
- Owner : ETICA / Metropolitan
Touring
- Decks : 4 (Sun deck, Boat deck,
Upper deck, Main deck)
- Crew : 52
- Naturalist : 6 multilingual
(includes Chief Naturalist)
- Medical Officer : Permanently
on board
Reservations
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