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Our Most Popular Trip: Two of South America’s most spectacular destinations in one itinerary
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The best of Patagonia on both sides of the border
Days: 8 | From: $5,050/per person
Explore this fascinating country's most iconic sites
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Experience the highlights of this fascinating and culturally rich country
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The best of South Africa: a world class safari, spectacular Cape Town, plus magnificent Victoria [...]
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Track the Great Migration through the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania
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Experience Rwanda's gentle mountain gorillas in the wild, and discover its varied wildlife and lush [...]
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From the renowned Okavango Delta to extraordinary Hwange National Park via Victoria Falls
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Temples, Taj, and Tigers: see quintessential India on this immersive journey
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The highlights of Bangkok, northern Thailand, and the southern beaches
Days: 16 | From: $19,200/per person
An immersive exploration of the art, culture, and history of Japan
Days: 10 | From: $9,625/per person
The Best of Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome
Days: 11 | From: $8,495/per person
An Extraordinary Private Journey from Barcelona to Andalucía via Madrid
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France: An Extraordinary Private Journey from Paris to the castles of the Loire Valley and [...]
Days: 11 | From: $13,380 per person
An extraordinary alpine journey from Zurich to Zermatt
Days: 16-23 | From: $9,395/person
One of the most classic of Arctic programs, with polar bears and magnificent scenery.
Days: 10-23 | From: $8,590/person
The most popular and classic Antarctica cruise option
Days: 6-23 | From: $6,950/person
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Days: 6-23 | From: $4,795/person
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Days: 10| From: $12,450/per person
Follow the herds of the Great Migration through some of Africa's most iconic safari destinations [...]
Days: 7 & 5 | Contact us for pricing
The Santa Cruz II has 50 cabins accommodating 90 guests. The ship offers large indoor and outdoor social areas, including a library, bar and lounge, barbecue and al fresco dining, and sun deck with Jacuzzi. The ship has multiple lecture areas for nightly activities and seminars. The Santa Cruz II has an average of 11 guests per guide, one of the best guest-to-guide ratios in the islands. Meals are planned by a Cordon Bleu trained gastronomy director. Activities include excursions in the glass-bottomed boat, kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
The Santa Cruz II has 3 Darwin Suite Cabins (325 square feet) located on the Panorama Deck, 43 Explorer Double Cabins (163 square feet) located on the Panorama Deck, Expedition Deck, and Horizon Deck, 2 Voyager Single Cabins (127 square feet) located on the Horizon Deck, and 2 Explorer Triple Cabins (192 square feet) located on the Horizon Deck. All beds (except those in the Voyager Single Cabins) can be converted from twins to double.
All cabins have private bathrooms, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Construction: completed in 2002; refurbished in 2015 Type: Expedition Yacht Length: 235.5 ft. / 71.8 mts. Beam: 44 ft. / 13.4 mts. Engines: 2 Cummins engines KTA 38 – MO of 850 HP each Speed: 10.5 knots Accommodations: 43 Explorer Double Cabins with private facilities; 2 Voyager Single Cabins with private facilities; 2 Explorer Triple Cabins with private facilities; 3 Darwin Suite Cabins with private facilities Crew: Captain, 8 Bilingual Naturalist Guides, Medical Officer, plus 50 crew members
Monday Arrive to Baltra / Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)
Tuesday Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Puerto Egas
Wednesday Rábida / Bartolome
Thursday Genovesa: Prince Philip Steps / Darwin Bay
Friday Tortoise Reserve (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Thursday Arrive to Baltra / Cerro Dragon (Santa Cruz)
Friday Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinoza (Fernandina)
Saturday Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands
Sunday Floreana: Post Office Bay / Punta Cormorant
Monday Return to Mainland
Friday Arrive to Baltra / Mosquera
Saturday San Cristobal: Cerro Colorado / Punta Pitt
Sunday Santa Fe / South Plaza
Monday Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands
Tuesday Española: Punta Suarez / Gardner Bay
Wednesday Eden Islet (Santa Cruz) / North Seymour
Thursday Return to Mainland
Trip length: 5 and 7 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 90, in 50 cabins
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