What are the onboard Naturalist guides skills and qualifications?
The guides are trained by the Galapagos National Park with the help of the Charles Darwin Research Station. There are three levels of guides: Naturalist Guide I A native of the islands or resident of the archipelago for many years, with a high school diploma, who has a sound knowledge of the region and speaks English. He must pass the course of Naturalist Guide I, and can lead a group of 10 visitors maximum. Naturalist Guide II Ecuadorian by birth or by naturalization, who has achieved a high school education or has a university background in biology or related fields, or in tourism. He has to be fluent in English, French or German, and pass the course of Naturalist Guide II. He can lead groups of up to 16 visitors. Naturalist Guide III Ecuadorian by birth or by naturalization, and, in the case of a foreigner, must have legal working papers. He has to show proof of a degree in biology or related fields, or in tourism. He must be fluent in Spanish, English, then French or German. He mus
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