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Andrés Cruz
Celebrating 65 Years of Conservation: Join the CDF and GNP Open House!

A special year deserves a special celebration. The Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) opens its doors in collaboration with the Galapagos National Park (GNP), our strategic partner with whom we have worked hand in hand for 65 years.

Agustín Gutiérrez/CDF
Record Year for Vermilion Flycatcher Season and Advances in the Recovery of the Mangrove Finch

Record Year for Vermilion Flycatcher Season and Advances in the Recovery of the Mangrove Finch

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Timekeepers: Lessons from Giant Tortoises

What can giant tortoises teach us about health, science, and hope?
Follow researcher Gislayne Mendoza from her roots in San Cristóbal to the rugged landscapes of Galapagos. Her story unveils surprising virus discoveries, the power of local science, and why protecting these ancient creatures means protecting the delicate balance between wildlife, people, and planet.

Schmidt Ocean Institute
Academic Collaborations

Whether you're a scientist seeking to collaborate , a student aspiring to complete your graduate degree under our guidance, or a university looking to establish a semester abroad program in the Galapagos, the Charles Darwin Foundation is here to provide support.

Paúl Mayorga-CDF
Urban and rural restoration

While a mere 3% of the Galapagos Islands are home to people, our presence in this small fraction of the archipelago has put the native vegetation at risk. Our restoration program in urban and rural areas engages the local community in conservation and restoration efforts to secure the long-term health of these unique ecosystems.

Patricia Jaramillo Díaz/CDF
Baltra regenerates: a decade restoring an island in the heart of the archipelago

Baltra Island is coming back to life after more than a decade of restoration. Thanks to over 8,000 native plants introduced by the Charles Darwin Foundation and partners, ecosystems are regenerating naturally, offering new hope for Galápagos conservation.