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Underwater view of a snorkeler watching a young sea lion and a green sea turtle from a respectful distance

FREE GUIDE · WILDLIFE

The wildlife calendar on one page.

A free PDF: what you can see in the Galapagos each month, and where.

Galapagos wildlife by month — Reference image only.

01 / INSIDE

What is inside

Year at a glance

Air, water and seas for all 12 months.

Month by month

Breeding, nesting and highlights.

Species finder

Where and when for 18 species.

Routes

Eastern, western, northern and central.

Responsible viewing

Park distance and photo rules.

Next steps

Tools and contact.

02 / DOWNLOAD

Get your copy

Free printable PDF you can share with your group. Enter your email, confirm it in your inbox, and the download unlocks right away.

We will send a confirmation email. Your download link appears right after you confirm.

Reference guide only; fees, routes and vessel details change, so confirm before you book.

03 / USE IT WITH

Pair it with our free tools

04 / FAQ

Galapagos Wildlife by Month (Free Guide): questions

Is the Galapagos Wildlife by Month really free?

Yes. Confirm your email and the download link appears right away; share it with your group.

Who wrote this guide?

Our team of local experts who have traveled the islands more than 40 times. We are not a travel agency or a cruise operator.

Does it include prices?

No. Fares change by date and channel; only government fees are listed, with a note to confirm.

Can I print it?

Yes. It is formatted for Letter-size paper.

Can you help us plan after reading it?

Yes. Email hola@galapagosislands.cruises with your dates and group.

WILDLIFE

Ready to plan for real?

Send your dates and group size to hola@galapagosislands.cruises; we reply with options that fit.

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.