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Galapagos Islands Travel Guide

People of Galapagos Islands

Population

13,755,680

Age Distribution

0-14 years

228,319 (Male), 2,196,685 (Females)

15-64 years

4,271,848 (Male), 4,301,149 (Females)

65 years and over

330,302 (Male), 373,377 (Females)

Population Growth Rate

2%

Ethnic Groups

FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS BASED ON ECUADOR INCLUDING GALAPAGOS: Mestizo (mixed Amerindian and white) 65%, Amerindian 25%, Spanish and others 7%, black 3%

Religions

Roman Catholic 95%, other 5%

Languages

Spanish (official), Amerindian languages (especially Quechua)

Life Expectancy

Total

76.62

Among Males

73.74

Among Females

79.63

Nationality

Noun

Ecuadorian(s)

Adjective

Ecuadorian

Literacy Rates

Definition

age 15 and over can read and write

Total

91%

Among Males

92%

Among Females

90%

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Things to do in Galapagos Islands

Travel Information for Galapagos Islands

Background Information for Galapagos Islands

Why Travel to Galapagos Islands?

  • Snorkelling through waters teeming with life, while inquisitive fur seals come to play and turtles offer a cautious gaze as they glide past.
  • Enjoying a weeklong cruise taking you to a variety of fascinating corners of Galapagos, accompanied by a professional expert guide with a deep belief in the need to protect these areas.
  • Spending a few days on land in and around the small village of Puerto Villamil, including a hike to the top of Volcán Sierra Negra and gazing down into its magnificent crater.