Does the guide accompany us on each island?
Yes. By law, all Galapagos cruises are guided by a National Park Service-certified guide. On Galapagos cruises, the guide holds an information meeting each evening in the lounge area to discuss the itinerary for the next day. During this meeting he/she will describe the flora and fauna that passengers may observe on the island. Questions concerning biological, geological and human history are always welcome. The guide accompanies the group on all shore excursions. On land-based tours are also guided. Galapagos guides are licensed by the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora and most have a university degree in biology, or related discipline. There are 3 levels of naturalist guide, although you are most like to come across II and III who are allowed to guide up to 16 people. All must pass various courses applied by the Galapagos National Park authorities. The basic differences according to the regulations are not entirely clear in places. Level III: Ecuadorians or foreigners w
