Galapagos Wildlife Photo Expedition

Travel with us to the Enchanted Isles to discover a natural realm like none other. Our naturalist Expedition Leaders reveal unique wildlife encounters at eye level—meet tortoises, iguanas, sea lions, blue-footed boobies and more, as we explore this magical realm both above and below the water.

There may be no nature destination on earth as special as the Galapagos Islands, where unique animals show no fear of humans. In this video, see what it's like to snorkel with sea lions and sea turtles, hang out on the beach with marine iguanas, and more!

The Galapagos Islands are a photographer’s paradise, home to some of the world’s most approachable and unique wildlife. Photo Expedition Leader Fernando Romo Sirvent shares his expert tips for capturing wall-worthy images during your adventure in the Enchanted Isles. Whether you’re photographing blue-footed boobies in flight, sea lions coursing through the currents, marine iguanas sunning on black lava rocks, or giant tortoises roaming the highlands, Fernando covers everything from recommended gear to camera settings and field techniques.

Great travel photos start before you ever leave home! In this practical presentation, Photo Expedition Leader Laura Geissinger shares her favorite backyard photography tips to help you feel confident behind the lens. Get comfortable with your camera settings, learn techniques to practice at home, and build habits that will help you react quickly when the perfect moment occurs in the wild. Whether you're new to photography or hoping to sharpen your skills, this session is packed with suggestions to help you capture better images—wherever you roam.

What's it like to grow up in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth? Find out at the debut of our short film, Growing in the Galapagos: A Nat Hab Guide Story. When Josy Cardoso was a child, her single mother moved her family to the Galapagos to help build a better life for her two young daughters. Watch to see how Josy's unique upbringing and supportive mother led her to pursue an exciting career as a naturalist Expedition Leader in this video premiere presentation, followed by a Q&A with Josy and filmmaker Andrew Ackerman.