Galapagos wildlife

The unique geography of the Galapagos Islands has given rise to some truly remarkable wildlife, from marine iguanas to giant tortoises, while the surrounding seas are some of the richest on Earth.

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The Islands

The Galapagos Archipelago is made up of 13 major islands and numerous smaller islands, islets and rocks, with four of the islands inhabited by humans: Floreana, Isabela, San Cristobal and Santa Cruz.

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Conservation challenges

Galapagos has a permanent population of around 32,000 and is visited by more than 200,000 tourists each year. The increasing human footprint poses a number of threats to the Archipelago’s wildlife.

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Why Galapagos matters

From mist-wreathed volcanoes where tortoises trample, to the blue depths where hammerheads gather in their hundreds, Galapagos is the theatre where nature puts on its greatest show.

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Travelling responsibly

Visiting Galapagos is often a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Being prepared and informed will help you get the most out of your visit whilst ensuring that you keep your impact to a minimum.

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