Tourists observe a giant Galápagos tortoise, illustrating rising overtourism pressure on the islands

Overtourism in Galápagos: What a Local Naturalist Guide Wants You to Know

Source: this article draws on the interview and data published in Volta ao Mundo magazine (“Planeta Verde” section, January 2026 issue, pages 24–25), featuring naturalist guide Marco Andrés Vizcaino Garcia. Quotes have been translated from the original Portuguese; visitor figures are credited to the Galápagos National Park Directorate and the Galapagos Conservation Trust. Galápagos is […]

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Marco Vizcaino, guía naturalista certificado y CEO de Galaapp, en Galápagos

Marco Vizcaino, CEO de Galaapp, habla con Mongabay sobre el futuro del turismo en Galápagos

Nota editorial: este artículo se basa en la entrevista original publicada por Mongabay (“As Galápagos ecotourism booms, top naturalist guide urges sustainability”, enero 2025). Todas las cifras y citas textuales de Marco Vizcaino provienen de esa fuente. Entrevista y reportaje realizados por el periodista Erik Hoffner para Mongabay. Cuando un medio de conservación y ciencia […]

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Best time to visit the Galapagos Islands in 2026 with Galaapp

Best Time to Visit the Galapagos Islands in 2026: Weather, Wildlife & Travel Tips

Planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands in 2026? One of the most common questions travelers ask is: when is the best time to visit Galapagos? The good news is that Galapagos is a year-round destination. Because of its unique location near the equator, the islands offer wildlife encounters, ocean adventures, hiking experiences, and unforgettable […]

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