Volcanika Ecological Adventures
Galapagos Island Hopping
Giant Tortoise, Santa Cruz Is.
The mission of Volcanika is to provide first-class island hopping and conservation-based ecotourism in the Galapagos Islands. Our company offers an unforgettable Galapagos experience to visitors from around the world. It is our wish that tourism in the Galapagos will help to preserve the ecosystems we rely on, as well as nourish the communities that reside here. Our itineraries ensure that visitor dollars are spent within the local Galapagos economy through hotels and restaurants. We strive to bring our clients the best service while respecting the environment and providing conservation education within our program. Our certified, bilingual guides inform clients of the pressures threatening the ecosystems and encourage them to respect the visitor sites and cultivate a conservationist attitude. We abide by the environmental laws while always looking to reduce our ecological footprint upon the islands. It is our goal to provide a friendly, relaxing and educational experience for our clients as well as a reliable, healthy working environment for our employees.
Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido) and Marine Iguana
Kicker Rock at sunset
What sets us apart:
Andrés is an experienced Galapagos National Park certified guide who speaks fluent English and Spanish. He grew up on the Galapagos and has worked on many of the luxury vessels that tour the islands. His passion has always been the protection of the amazing archipelago he calls home. He has now decided to start his own, locally-based company to provide first-class service to visitors.
Role: to educate visitors on the flora and fauna of the islands while ensuring passenger safety and reducing impact to the natural environment.
PADI Dive Instructor/Naturalist Guide: Daniel Moreano
Daniel is one of only a handful of fully certified PADI instructors in Ecuador. He also has many years experience as a certified, bilingual National Park guide. He is a skilled and professional diver who will make you feel comfortable whether you are interested in taking a course or simply diving for pleasure. He also has plenty to share about the Galapagos marine and terrestrial ecosystems.
Role: to provide safe and educational dive excursions and courses. To educate visitors on the flora and fauna of the islands.
Coordinator: Claire Havens
Claire brings to the company organizing and networking experience in order to implement efficient systems and orchestrate itineraries. She has completed a B.A. with a biology minor and has years of experience working for the hospitality and service industry. She speaks Spanish and English and has a passion for conservation biology.
Role: to provide great customer service through organizing itineraries, dealing with client requests and overseeing crew schedules.
- Focus on conservation
- First class service
- Locally-owned, family business
- Small groups of 16 or less
- Exciting itineraries
- Certified, bilingual guide
- Bilingual tour coordinator
- PADI certified dive instructor
Andrés is an experienced Galapagos National Park certified guide who speaks fluent English and Spanish. He grew up on the Galapagos and has worked on many of the luxury vessels that tour the islands. His passion has always been the protection of the amazing archipelago he calls home. He has now decided to start his own, locally-based company to provide first-class service to visitors.
Role: to educate visitors on the flora and fauna of the islands while ensuring passenger safety and reducing impact to the natural environment.
PADI Dive Instructor/Naturalist Guide: Daniel Moreano
Daniel is one of only a handful of fully certified PADI instructors in Ecuador. He also has many years experience as a certified, bilingual National Park guide. He is a skilled and professional diver who will make you feel comfortable whether you are interested in taking a course or simply diving for pleasure. He also has plenty to share about the Galapagos marine and terrestrial ecosystems.
Role: to provide safe and educational dive excursions and courses. To educate visitors on the flora and fauna of the islands.
Coordinator: Claire Havens
Claire brings to the company organizing and networking experience in order to implement efficient systems and orchestrate itineraries. She has completed a B.A. with a biology minor and has years of experience working for the hospitality and service industry. She speaks Spanish and English and has a passion for conservation biology.
Role: to provide great customer service through organizing itineraries, dealing with client requests and overseeing crew schedules.
