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‘Good Morning America’ Reports from National Geographic Endeavour II

On February 21-26, 2022, Good Morning America joined us aboard National Geographic Endeavour II as part of GMA's "Extraordinary Earth" series—the first time a U.S. television crew has ever broadcast live from the Galápagos.

Giant tortoise helps repopulate the Galápagos’ tortoises

Good Morning America, February 23, 2022

Wild Encounters in the Galápagos

Good Morning America, February 25, 2022

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Commemorating a Historic Milestone in the Galápagos

The decades-long effort to protect the Galápagos Islands realized an important milestone on January 14 when Ecuador’s president Guillermo Lasso signed a decree to conserve more than 23,000 square miles of ocean around the Galápagos Islands and beyond. Lindblad Expeditions founder and Co-Chair of the Board Sven Lindblad was honored to witness this historic moment.

Galápagos & UNESCO: Two Giants in Conservation

Galápagos National Park was inscribed as the very first UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978—and since that milestone, it’s continued to garner an array of other accolades from the organization. Check out this visual timeline for more.

The Spirit of Galápagos

When you ask yourself where you can go to feel revitalized, take a page out of Darwin’s history, and tap into the spirit of Galápagos. Thanks to the hard work of enlightened conservation, the islands still look nearly the same as they did when Darwin explored them in 1835.

Making a Difference

Erupting volcano in Galápagos safeguards pristine ecosystems

Good Morning America, February 24, 2022

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Wild Personalities: Shark

As diverse as they are, there is one thing all sharks have in common. As apex predators, they all play a critical role in regulating marine ecosystems—from Polynesia’s tropical reefs, to the icy waters of the Arctic, and Galapagos’ nutrient-rich seas.

Wild Personalities: Blue-footed Booby

Known for their flashy feet and comical courtship dance, blue-footed boobies have become synonymous with the Galápagos Islands. Large numbers can be found all through the archipelago.

Wild Personalities: Marine Iguana

As their name suggests marine iguanas have a unique claim to fame—they’re the world’s only swimming lizards! Foraging for algae and seaweed, larger animals dive down to 50 feet and feed for up to 20 minutes; smaller individuals feed on the exposed intertidal region.

Drone captures incredible wildlife in Galápagos Islands

Good Morning America, February 23, 2022

Wolf Volcano Erupts in Galápagos

When the largest volcano in the islands began erupting, our expedition leaders and ship captains worked quickly to modify the itinerary to give guests a mesmerizing view.

Santa Cruz Island and Wolf Volcano, 1/11/2022

On January 11, 2022, shortly after the crew learned that Wolf Volcano was active, National Geographic Endeavour II changed course to give guests a close-up look. Expedition Leader Paula Tagle describes the thrilling experience.

'Good Morning America' in Galápagos: Photo Highlights, February 24, 2022

Guests and staff caught iconic views of the islands from the top of Bartolomé Island; down on the beach, they spotted penguins and sea lions with plenty of personality.

'Good Morning America' in Galápagos: Photo Highlights, February 23, 2022

At Cerro Dragon on Santa Cruz island, guests got a bird's eye view of the surrounding landscape, and the rocky beaches at Bahía Borrero were a prime place to photograph birds and other wildlife.

'Good Morning America' in Galápagos: Photo Highlights, February 22, 2022

Today, guests got to meet giant tortoises on Santa Cruz Island and witnessed rare volcanic activity on Isabela Island.

'Good Morning America' in Galápagos: Photo Highlights, February 21, 2022

Our guests and naturalists explored the rocky shores of Floreana Island, spotted flamingos in a brackish lagoon, and took in the iconic view of Kicker Rock.

The 'mail barrel' in the Galápagos is the islands’ own pony express

Good Morning America, February 22, 2022

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6 Surprising Things You Can See in Galápagos

Everyone knows the chief reasons you go to Galápagos—the legendary wildlife, the far-flung natural beauty, the rich scientific history. But within these storied islands, there are some other surprising sights that make a trip to Galápagos even more exhilarating than you imagined. Here, just a few unexpected things you'll find.

5 Things You Didn't Know About the Galápagos Islands

Once you journey through these lava-sculpted islands straddling the Equator, 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, you'll understand why they inspired Darwin: practically everything you encounter here is so fascinatingly different from the rest of the world.

Galápagos Guest Impressions: An Environmental Scientist Heads to the Islands

Environmental scientist Mike Zickel reflects on the most memorable, surprising, and humbling moments he and his family experienced when they visited Galápagos aboard National Geographic Islander.

‘GMA’ explores the Galápagos archipelago

Good Morning America, February 21, 2022

Galápagos Wildlife Above & Below

Galápagos was put on the map by Darwin, his finches, and the other unique creatures he studied on the shores of this legendary archipelago. But if the famed naturalist had donned diving gear, he would have found another incredible world beneath the waves—a vibrant ecosystem, now protected by the Galápagos Marine Reserve and home to more than 3,000 species. Here are a few of our favorite land and sea counterparts.

Galápagos Surprising Wildlife Moments

See what surprising moments are in store for you when you travel with us to the Galápagos Islands.

Galápagos Wildlife Behaviors Decoded

Galápagos wildlife is legendary for its lack of fear. You can stand mere feet from all kinds of interesting creatures—including some endemic ones found only on these islands—and carefully contemplate their fascinating daily behaviors. Take a look at some of our favorite animals in action.

Up close look at Galápagos Islands

Good Morning America, February 20, 2022

What's A Day Like—In Galápagos?

Galápagos is like no other place on Earth. And being on expedition is unlike any other kind of travel. So, what does it mean to be ‘on expedition,' when no two days are alike? Here’s a look at the unique shape a given day might take.

Galápagos: Share it With Family

The Galápagos are the most interesting islands on Earth—where incredible encounters with wildlife happen like nowhere else—and you’ll make one-of-a-kind family memories. Each trip offers plenty of daily opportunities to come together over meals and activities and share new discoveries made, challenges conquered, or goals achieved.

5 Must-Have Experiences in Galápagos

Among the many memorable moments of an adventure in this stunning, remote archipelago are these iconic experiences you simply can't miss when you visit Galápagos.