Galapagos National Park
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In 1959, Ecuador designated 97% of the land area of Galapagos as a National Park, and then in 1986. The Galapagos Marine Reservewas created in 1998, by the Special Law for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of the Galapagos Province. The islands have been recognised internationally as a Man and Biosphere Reserve, and as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The Galapagos Islands remain well preserved as a natural environment in large part due National Park Rules. These rules are established by the Galapagos National Park Services, and enforced by park wardens and trained guides.
