The MV Santa Cruz (1,675 tons) is specially designed for Galapagos cruising and accommodates a maximum of 90 passengers in single, twin and triple cabins, each with private shower and toilet. Launched in 1979, and renovated in 1998, she is fully air-conditioned and fully carpeted throughout. There is a spacious cocktail lounge, bar, dining room, sun deck (with Jacuzzi) and observation area. A small shop sells film (limited stocks), tee-shirts, sun protection cream, postcards and locally made souvenirs.