In the southwestern Galapagos, you’ll witness the true origins of the archipelago, a land where volcanic forces have sculpted a dramatic and otherworldly landscape, and also—a land where recent creation unfolds. Fernandina Island, our first destination, is renowned as one of the most untouched environments on the planet, where life continues to evolve in isolation, entirely immune from human influence. This region provides remarkable glimpses into the unique adaptations of the local wildlife, which is complemented by a visit to the Charles Darwin at the Research Station—a site where we’ll get to learn more about the intricate science that’s at play in the Galapagos. Ultimately, the pristine environments on this trip, many of which are untouched by human intervention, are guaranteed to reveal nature’s adaptability and resilience.