--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 156854b5-31e7-4352-a99b-72a9ab97b971 slug: 2247455 voyage_code: GPS-GPS-0-SCGAL2627W cruise_line: HX Expeditions ship: MS Santa Cruz II departure_date: return_date: nights: 6 embarkation_port: Quito disembarkation_port: Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island starting_price_usd: 6090.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T23:19:17Z --- # Galápagos Islands – Iconic Wildlife & Sublime Scenery | Western Route > HX Expeditions · MS Santa Cruz II · Oct 27 – Nov 2   (6 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | HX Expeditions | | **Ship** | MS Santa Cruz II | | **Duration** | 6 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Quito | | **Disembarkation Port** | Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island | | **Starting Price** | 6,090 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | GPS-GPS-0-SCGAL2627W | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church. ### Day 2: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church. ### Day 3: Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 4: Fernandina Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Fernandina Island is the third largest, and youngest, island of the Galápagos Islands, as well as the furthest west. Like the others, the island was formed by the Galápagos hotspot. The island is an active shield volcano that has most recently been erupting since April 11, 2009 ### Day 5: Santa Cruz Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Santa Cruz Island is the largest of the Channel Islands, off the coast of Southern California. Its many sea caves include the vast Painted Cave, on the northwestern side. The island has many trails, including around Scorpion Canyon, with opportunities to see the island scrub jays. Scorpion Beach features kelp forests. Smugglers Cove has tide pools. Cavern Point offers Pacific Ocean views and seasonal whale sightings. ### Day 6: Floreana Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $6,090 | | Suite | $7,938 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Explorer Family Cabin** (Code: FH) With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 2 Explorer family cabins located on the Horizon deck. Cabins are equipped with twin beds a... **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EP) With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located as on the Panorama deck. **Voyager Single Cabin** (Code: VH) With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer single bed, and plenty of space for solo travelers. There are 2 Voyager cabins located on the Horizon deck. **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EH) With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 23 Explorer cabins located as on the Horizon deck. **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EE) With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 17 Explorer cabins located as on the Expedition deck. ### Suite Cabins **Darwin Suite** (Code: DS) Our three Darwin suites on the Panorama deck, featuring double picture windows, will provide superb comfort and deluxe amenities for more discerning guests. Available in twin or double bed and if more space is desired, they can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin. ## Ship Information ### MS Santa Cruz II With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community. This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your cruise from start to finish. Enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, increase your knowledge of the Galápagos Islands with your fellow travellers in the Science Center or maybe mingle out on the multiple decks. While exploring the Galápagos, you'll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin's footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. MS Santa Cruz II's amenities easily appeal to all world explorers. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 90 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 2,664.0 | | Length | 232.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Quito *Coordinates: -0.229498, -78.5243* Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de JesÃ... ### Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island *Coordinates: -0.459667, -90.2714* Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Fernandina Island *Coordinates: -0.37, -91.55* Fernandina Island is the third largest, and youngest, island of the Galápagos Islands, as well as the furthest west. Like the others, the island was formed by the Galápagos hotspot. The island is an active shield volcano that has most recently been erupting since April 11, 2009 ### Santa Cruz Island *Coordinates: -0.38, -90.3667* Santa Cruz Island is the largest of the Channel Islands, off the coast of Southern California. Its many sea caves include the vast Painted Cave, on the northwestern side. The island has many trails, including around Scorpion Canyon, with opportunities to see the island scrub jays. Scorpion Beach features kelp forests. Smugglers Cove has tide pools. Cavern Point offers Pacific Ocean views and seaso... ### Floreana Island *Coordinates: -1.28333, -90.4333* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2247455 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2247455 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2247455.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2247455/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/hx-expeditions/ms-santa-cruz-ii/other/69000.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 23:19:17 UTC