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Our Sustainability Initiatives: Protecting the Galapagos Together

Sustainability

How Galapagos Travel Center Supports Conservation and Communities

Everything we do impacts the environment around us, so in collaboration with local and international organizations, Galapagos Travel Center is committed to sustainability, conservation, and building community efforts. In doing our part, we have created three pillars of sustainability:

When choosing to travel with us, you are supporting these efforts as well; you are helping the Galapagos Islands live on for future generations.

By choosing us, you are embarking on a 100% carbon neutral journey. And you are also personally contributing to the following social and environmental actions:

Carbon Footprint Offset: Travel That Gives Back

Galapagos Travel Center's 100% carbon-neutral initiative is possible through the partnership with the Jocotoco Conservation Foundation and the Buenaventura Protected Reserve. This foundation promotes reforestation and conservation efforts that offsets greenhouse gas emissions. For every passenger that travels with us, we offset 1.5 tons of CO2.

How do we calculate our carbon footprint?

  • Flights to and from Galapagos for our passengers
  • Emissions generated during our passengers' Galapagos cruises
  • Emissions generated in office: electricity and car fuel for staff commutes.

Galapagos Conservation: Protecting Wildlife and Ecosystems

In partnering with the Galapagos Conservancy and the Giant Tortoises Protection Project, the focus is to preserve the iconic giant tortoise population. This project helps recover ecosystems and supports conservation research. By traveling with us, you are protecting 1 Galapagos giant tortoise.

Learn more about the Galapagos Conservancy here!

Sustainability

Social Support: Strengthening Communities in Ecuador and the Galapagos

Galapagos Travel Center supports two foundations, both in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands:

  • The Jonathan Foundation works to help children with disabilities and older adults in poverty, and each passenger that travels with us, provides 1 full meal for someone in need.
  • The Charles Darwin Foundation (Galapagos) promotes environmental education and training for local communities.When traveling with us, you are supporting environmental education for 2 children.
Charles Darwin Foundation

Supporting the World Sustainability Foundation

In partnership with the World Sustainability Foundation (WSF), which plays a significant role in promoting biodiversity conservation and community support, Galapagos Travel Center has curated an exclusive trip to raise funds for conservation efforts.

Click here to learn more about our special sustainability-focused journey!

Galapagos Sustainability Tour
WSO Certification

Certified Sustainable Travel: Leading by Example

Galapagos Travel Center is the first Ecuadorian travel agency to receive the Friend of the Sea/Friend of the Earth certification. To receive this prestigious certification, companies must meet strict standards of animal welfare, social accountability, and waste & energy management. This certification is recognized globally and reflects our role as a pioneer in sustainable travel in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

Why Sustainability Matters: The Galapagos Travel Center Difference

When booking with a sustainable travel agency, your journey supports conservation, communities, and helps the planet. It is our mission to promote conservation efforts; we want to do good and leave a positive impact on the Galapagos Islands and beyond.

Connect with the Galapagos team now to book your dream eco-friendly trip!

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