6Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
The Galápagos Islands are a living laboratory of evolution and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The unique wildlife and diverse ecosystems found here played a crucial role in Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection. However, the islands are facing challenges from invasive species, habitat destruction, and tourism impacts. A visit to the Galápagos provides an opportunity to see some of the world’s most unique creatures, like the giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies, in their natural habitat.
