How many of the 21 islands in the Galápagos Archipelago are inhabited?

4 islands are inhabited.

Santa Cruz is the most inhabited with a population of around 12,000 people, followed by San Cristóbal, Isabela, and Floreana. Map

Where are most of the visitors to the Galápagos Islands from?

Ecuador!

Around 82 thousand visitors per year are Ecuadorian, followed by 34 thousand from the United States, and 3 thousand from France. Ecuadorian Flag

How much is the entrance fee to visit the Galápagos National Park?

$100 per adult, $50 for children under the age of 12 years old.

The money is used to improve sustainability, tourist experiences, and conservation management on the island. National Park Sign

What percentage of the islands are considered to be the National Park?

97%

Virtually all of the land surface of the Galápagos Islands are considered to be protected National Park territory. The other 3% is used for living purposes. San Cristobal

How many of the 21 islands in the Galápagos Archipelago are inhabited?

4 islands

Santa Cruz is the most inhabited with roughly 12,000 people, followed by San Cristóbal, Isabela, and Floreana.

Where are most of the visitors to the Galápagos Islands from?

Ecuador

Around 82 thousand visitors per year are Ecuadorian, followed by 34 thousand from the United States, and 3 thousand from France.

How much is the entrance fee to visit the Galápagos National Park?

$100 per adult
$50 per child

The is a one-time fee which lasts for 60 days. The money is used to improve sustainability, tourist experiences, and conservation management.

What percentage of the islands are considered to be National Park?

97%

Virtually all of the land surface of the Galápagos Islands are considered to be protected National Park territory. The other 3% is used for living purposes.

La Música es Medicina

Every weekend, the streets of San Cristóbal fill with the sounds of DJs’ and musicians playing traditional Latin dance music for both tourists and locals. But while music is a key to the culture of the island, there are very few opportunities for music education in the public schools.

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Campués smiles as she watches her students perform. Three students perform next to her with one of them playing guitar.