Lead visits
Every landing and snorkel follows the guide.
GALAPAGOS GUIDES · NATURALISTS
The person who makes the trip.
Your naturalist guide leads every landing and snorkel, explains what you see and keeps you and the wildlife safe.
Galapagos naturalist guide — Reference image only.
01 / WHAT THEY DO
A guide’s job
Teach
Evolution, geology and wildlife behavior.
Protect
Keep distance rules and trail rules.
Brief
Each evening, the plan for tomorrow.
Adapt
Pace and focus for the group.
Safety
First aid and water safety awareness.
02 / ASK
Questions to ask about your guide
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04 / FAQ
Galapagos Naturalist Guides: questions
Are Galapagos guides licensed?
Yes, by the Galapagos National Park Directorate, which sets training and license levels.
How many people per guide?
Park rules cap guided groups at 16 visitors per naturalist.
Do guides speak English?
Most cruise guides are bilingual Spanish/English; other languages can be requested.
Can I choose my guide?
Usually not by name, but you can choose boats known for strong guides.
Which boats have the best guides?
Email hola@galapagosislands.cruises; we know the boats where guiding stands out.
NATURALIST GUIDES
Great guides make great trips.
Tell us your interests and we pick boats known for guides who share them.
Galapagos is unlike anywhere else on Earth: wildlife that does not run from you, islands still shaped by volcanoes, and a park that limits every visit. Tell us how you like to travel and we will match you with the right boat.