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.
Read moreAfter exploring Antarctica with us last year, we’re excited to announce that Good Morning America and Amy Robach will be joining us again, this time in the magical islands of Galápagos! Tune in to GMA February 21-26 as Amy reports live from the 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.
‘GMA’s’ Amy Robach conquers fear, snorkels with sharks on last day in 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.
Find out more about how Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic works to make a positive impact on the places we travel
Making a DifferenceErupting 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.
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Photo Highlights from the Field
Enjoy a daily roundup of week's best images, as sent in by our field staff and guests.
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.
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Get to know Galápagos
