What We Do

Projects Galapagos protects San Cristobal through conservation action, education, and partnerships that keep wildlife and communities thriving.

The main objectives of Projects Galapagos

Projects Galapagos was set up with two main objectives that guide our daily work across San Cristobal Island.

Protect the Galapagos Islands and educate the local population through programs in our Community Centre and local schools.
Work hands-on with the Galapagos National Park to control and protect wildlife in this World Natural Heritage Site.

Projects Galapagos mission

Projects Galapagos Association was established to make San Cristobal a beacon for conservation and education. We focus on the island, its community, and the flora and fauna that are unique to this region, supporting the development of the Galapagos Islands' resources and natural treasures.

What our partners say

“The programs of Projects Galapagos are a great success within the San Cristobal community; they are developing a sustainable culture of education and conservation for our Island.”

— Henry Cobos, Mayor San Cristobal

“The unwavering support we receive from Projects Galapagos has had a direct impact on achieving our conservation goals on San Cristobal Island.”

— Galapagos National Park

“Projects Galapagos is making a positive impact on the management and preservation of San Cristobal through regular collaboration with the Municipality.”

— Municipality of San Cristobal

“Volunteers from Projects Galapagos allow us to provide invaluable support and one-on-one care to our most vulnerable children.”

— Gina Zambrano, Director, Corazones Unidos

Achievements of Projects Galapagos

Taught English to hundreds of local students in the Community Education Centre.
Taught more than 700 elementary and high school students about recycling and waste reduction.
Developed San Cristobal’s first library to build a culture of literacy.
Assisted teachers across local primary and high schools.

Monitored approximately 3,000 sea lions on San Cristobal Island.
Helped eradicate eye infections and injuries from marine debris.
Controlled introduced plants in giant tortoise nesting areas.
Planted over 3,500 endemic saplings and plants since 2017.
Collected over 6,000 kgs of rubbish from coastal and community areas since 2013.

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