This map shows the sea surface temperatures around the Galapagos Islands and Cocos Island in the Pacific Ocean on March 18, 2007. If you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning ...

The remote Galápagos Islands of the Pacific, about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, have no historic monuments, only a handful of human settlements and the barest smattering of amenities such as ...

There's no place like the Galapagos Islands. One of the most biodiverse spots on Earth, visitors will leave here having seen something entirely new, like a marine iguana or colony of Darwin's finches.

Xavier Castro is a writer who works at the Galapagos Conservancy, where he dedicates himself to educating the public about ...

The Galápagos Islands are a spectacular natural treasure, offering a unique opportunity to witness the forces of change, both natural and human. It was here in 1835 that Charles Darwin's observations ...

As a South American travel specialist, I've traveled to the Galápagos Islands several times. Travelers can expect to see species like the giant tortoise and the blue-footed booby. Adventurous visitors ...