The Galapagos Islands need your help
Galapagos is one of the most extraordinary places on Earth, but it is also particularly vulnerable. Plastic is arriving on ocean currents, littering its beaches. Invasive species are devastating the birds, plants and the famous giant tortoises. And overfishing is taking a heavy toll on marine life.
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What we do
Galapagos Conservation Trust was founded in 1995 and is the only UK-registered charity to focus exclusively on the conservation and sustainable development of the Galapagos Archipelago and its unique biodiversity. We work with scientists, authorities, NGOs and local communities to tackle key threats to the unique biodiversity of Galapagos, including invasive species, plastic pollution, climate change and overfishing. Together with our project partners we gather the evidence needed for maximum conservation outcomes, whilst ensuring strong educational and communications campaigns garner public and political support for interventions.
Our impact
85 p
in every £1 we raise goes directly towards conservation in Galapagos
18.9 %
of Ecuadorian waters are now protected
£ 1.8 m
raised in 2023 – our best year yet
30 %
by 2030 – our goal for ocean protection
The latest from our blog
Tracking whale sharks from the air
Pacific islands pay the price for the world's plastic addiction
Understanding the movements of giant tortoises: an interview with Cristian Peñafiel
Single-use plastics in Galapagos: A persistent problem
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Become a member from just £4 a month and support our vital conservation work in Galapagos.