In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, 1000 kilometers from the mainland lay the Colon Archipelago or the Galapagos Islands; contains species of flora and fauna which are not found in anywhere else on the world. With their landscapes of granite and lava, constitute one of the most marvelous and amazing natural history museums. The Galapagos Islands are the perfect setting to understand the evolutionary changes that have led to a new perspective of life on earth.

The Galapagos Islands besides being chosen on July 10th, 2008 as the WORLD’S BEST ISLANDS by Travel & Leisure ’s 2008 World’s Best Awards winners overall, they also have been recognized with the following attributions:

• 2000 - The world's top all around dive site by Rodale's Scuba Diving
• 1990 - The islands waters are declared a "whale sanctuary"
• 1989 - Named one of the “Seven Underwater Wonders of the World” by CEDAM International
• 1986 - By Presidential Decree the water around Galapagos are a "Marine Resources Reserve"
• 1984 - UNESCO declares Galapagos a "Biosphere Reserve"
• 1979 - UNESCO declares Galapagos a "Natural World Heritage"
• 1959 - The islands are declared a National Park

The islands were once shelter to buccaneers and nowadays it is a paradise for tourists and scientists. We invite you to be part of this unforgettable experience; you can now explore and visit those beautiful and hidden endemic islands sailing on board our different cruise options:

• High Range

• Mid Range

• Low Range

• Diving boats

• Land-based diving tours

• Daily land tours

• Etc.

 

 

"My time in Ecuador and the Galapahos were the best 10 days of my life! I’m not even joking.   I couldn’t imagine having a better  time.  The boat, the animals, the other guests, the crew, it was AMAZING.  Thanks so much for making my vacation go so smoothly!"

Teresa Miller, USA