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Hurtigruten More Than Doubles Galapagos Expeditions For 2023

Image: Guests kayaking from the MS Santa Cruz II. (photo via Hurtigruten Expeditions) ((photo via Hurtigruten Expeditions))
Image: Guests kayaking from the MS Santa Cruz II. (photo via Hurtigruten Expeditions) ((photo via Hurtigruten Expeditions))
Lacey Pfalz
by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 8:47 AM ET, Tue December 14, 2021

Hurtigruten Expeditions is more than doubling its number of Galapagos expedition cruises for 2023, adding three new year-round itineraries ahead of its January 7, 2022 inaugural Galapagos sailing.

The inaugural sailing is a six-night Eastern Galapagos small-ship expedition, but the new itineraries will offer four- to eight-night options. The four-night Northern Galapagos cruise, the four-night Western Galapagos cruise, and the eight-night combination cruise that covers both parts of the Galapagos are available to book now for travel in 2023 and 2024.

Each new itinerary, as well as the inaugural itinerary, comes with an expanded pre- and post-cruise program, including a stay at the luxury rainforest hotel, Mashpi Lodge, outside of Quito for three nights either before or after the cruise.

Guests on expeditions to the Galapagos will enjoy the newly renovated MS Santa Cruz II, with upgraded cabins including new family and single cabins, suites and public areas, like the Science Corner, where guests can learn about the science behind this unique corner of the globe.

"The iconic Galápagos can be considered a planet within planet Earth due to its distinct wildlife and pristine landscape. This is one of the most distinct and pristine destinations there is. We are exceptionally proud to offer even more chances to sustainably connect with this adventure travel treasure," said Asta Lassesen, CEO of Hurtigruten Expeditions.


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Lacey Pfalz

Lacey Pfalz

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Lacey Pfalz is Associate Editor at TravelPulse. She's a passionate advocate of responsible travel and believes the best travel experiences happen outside of a planned itinerary. Lacey currently lives in rural Wisconsin. She can be reached at [email protected].

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