Since 2000, Sea Shepherd has maintained a strong, positive presence in the Galapagos Islands. From patroling the Marine Reserve stopping illegal fishing activities, to busting shark finners, to educating the local youth, Sea Shepherd carries out its mission of promoting ocean conservation using a wide range of methods and actions.

The Galapagos is our line in the sand. If humanity cannot protect such a unique and diverse ecosystem, we will not be able to protect any ecosystem. The Galapagos is a challenge and battlefield for the effort to halt human greed and destruction. These Enchanted Isles are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and this means all of us have a responsibility to help protect them from illegal exploitation.

Sea Shepherd & the Galapagos Facts about the islands and Sea Shepherd’s history there Environmental Threats Read about the challenges facing the islands Field Reports Written by our local Ecuador & Galapagos Director Related Articles View reports and press releases issued by Sea Shepherd Video Watch documentation of our successes and our PSA’s

Campaigns Defending Sharks Longline Confiscation Operation Mangrove Project Protect Sea Cucumbers