Galapagos: Plan your dream trip

Plan your dream trip to the Galapagos Islands with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the history, wildlife, seasons, islands, activities, and more. Galapagos Islands, island group of the eastern Pacific Ocean , administratively a province of Ecuador. The islands became internationally famous as a result of their being visited in 1835 by Charles Darwin; their unusual fauna contributed to his groundbreaking theories on natural selection. Discover the “living laboratory” that inspired the work of Charles Darwin. The Galápagos Islands are located 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) from the South American mainland but a world apart from... A guide to help you decide where to go and what to see in the Galápagos Islands including top destinations, wildlife, and attractions.