Before we begin, I have a confession: while the Galápagos may be on the bucket list for most, it was never on mine. As a traveller who thrives on high-intensity adventure – culture woven into human chaos and being pushed out of my comfort zone – I had held a secret apprehension that I would get bored. Instead, I found something I needed more than excitement: peace. Sheer, utter, blissful peace.

The pristine wonders and abundant wildlife of the Galápagos need little introduction. One of the world’s most biodiverse natural habitats, the unique conditions scattered across the 16 volcanic islands enabled Darwin to develop his theory on evolution by natural selection, and remains a living laboratory for the world’s leading scientists.

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