Built in 1990, with an overall length of 89.35 m and reaching 17 knots, the M/V Galapagos Explorer II is the most elegant of the vessels cruising the Galapagos' waters. Designed to provide both comfort and scientific information to 100 passengers visiting the Galapagos National Park, this vessel travels up to the remotest islands of the Archipelago.

The M/V GALAPAGOS EXPLORER II was part of the International Cruise Line "Renaissance" and operate in the Galápagos Islands since February 1998. It is not only a vessel adapted to the eco-tourism operations that provides environmental education and interpretation on the Galapagos, it also has all the installations and necessary services to guarantee guided experiences on the islands

Internal TV system that allows the passenger to have 3 channels, one with documentaries on the islands or natural history, another with entertainment movies, and the last one with the Daily program of the vessel. Southern Right Whale Adoption has certified that Canodros S.A. has adopted No. 71-75. Through the Southern Right Whale adoption program of the Whale Conservation Institute June 1999. Passenger assistance in four local Airports: Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristóbal and Galapagos Flight booking is warranty with your cruise reservation. Bilingual Staff on board and on all the Airports.

Two glass bottom boats. Passenger will have the opportunity to have an underwater experience, without diving or snorkeling. For passengers that are unable to do this activities, on board this bottom boat, they can observe the variety of species in the Islands.

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Renaissance balcony suite

Erickson Deck   2 Renaissence panoramic suit (505, 506) Deluxe cabins (519, 518, 517, 516, 515, 514, 513, 512, 511, 510, 509, 508, 507)

Marco Polo Deck   Premium suites

Columbus Deck   Classic suites

Magullan Deck   Classic suites