When is the best time to visit the Galapagos Islands?

There is no single best month to visit the Galapagos. The best time depends on the traveler’s priorities: weather, water conditions, snorkeling, wildlife activity, or specific species. This is where Charles Darwin was inspired to draw up his theory of evolution and the origin of species!

Biodiversity thrived in a territory of volcanic material that emerged from the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago. Cormorants forgot to fly, iguanas learned to swim, turtles became gigantic, and sharks mild. This is a place where sea lions show off their swimming skills and blue-footed boobies perform their elegant two-step mating dance right in front of you.

The archipelago is located in the Pacific Ocean 600 miles, or 965 km, off the Ecuadorian mainland. Its wonders include impressive geological formations, old and new outcrops, various types of cones and tunnels formed by underground streams and currents and white, red and black sand beaches with extraordinary landscapes highlight the diversity of life itself.

Even though weather conditions keep evolving around the globe, in general, here is a summary of what visitors may expect throughout the year:

To learn more about planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands, explore our related articles:

• Exploring the Galapagos Islands on an Expedition Cruise
• The Main Attractions of the Galapagos Islands: Island by Island
• Galapagos National Park: Rules and Regulations